March 9th, 2009 posted by admin in News
Looks like the tour will be slowing down just a bit right now. We have run into a few things that must be taken care of here locally that prevent me from traveling at the moment. We will obviously start back up very soon and again go teach people around the country how to make money on the Internet. I hope everyone we have seen this year is excited about making money online and learning more and more as time goes on.
One thing that is very important is people WANT TO LEARN MORE all the time. We have implemented a 2 day training class for everyone that enrolls in our program so we can spend two full days teaching and helping everyone this year. This is something NEW for 2009 and just one of the things we are implementing to make sure we teach and share as much knowledge as we possibly can with everyone we meet around the country.
Our country is in a state of “shock” right now with the current real estate market, stock market volatility, and job loss rate. It’s time that people in this country realize we are a country of “opportunity” not suppression like many other countries around the world. You have the opportunity as a US citizen to do start your own business and use the Internet as your gateway. My advice to everyone doctors, lawyers, nurses, school teachers, mechanics, and those that lost their jobs is to start your own Internet business now! I don’t care if you do that by attending one of my events or by just reading information on the Internet and doing it on your own.
What we do and what we teach is something that works RIGHT NOW. This works in this economy, with this stock market, in this real estate market…… It can work for you to!
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February 17th, 2009 posted by admin in Helping Others
I was watching “Extreme Home Makeover” the other night with my girlfriend and I have to say I was really touched. I rarely get a chance to watch TV these days, but something about the story I saw unraveling before my eyes on TV really hit home to me. I realized just how much these people were changing this family’s life. Yeah I realize its a reality TV show that’s filmed for ABC or whoever to make a profit, but does that really matter? The show still has such a positive outcome. They are helping a family who really needs a break, and in the process creating opportunity. They create an opportunity for this family to live a better life, and possibly help others around them.
It got me thinking about my own life and the road I am traveling. I realized that every week I am doing the same thing for people just in a different way. I am creating opportunity for people around the country to learn, profit, and become successful Internet business owners. It may not have all the jazz and spunk of a new home and a new car, but the end result is somewhat the same. I remember I met a couple of guys from Birmingham, Alabama ( I won’t mention their names because I have not asked their permission as of right now ). Anyway these two guys showed up early to my night event so I had the opportunity to have dinner with them. They discussed with me how they were married with high monthly bills and really just needed to find a way out. They were both driven and motivated to be successful, but they didn’t really know what to do to get there.
I asked them how they got the money to enroll in my program. One stated to me that he had attend the event the previous day and decided he wanted to enroll but didn’t have the money. So instead of letting the opportunity pass him by he decided to take action and make it happen. He found out about a dirt bike race ( which i actually found out was a very big event ) that would pay about $300 if you qualified ( which means getting in the top 10 ). So he decided to go race. The guy was sitting there in front of me telling me that he just got off a dirt bike racing track where he earned the money to enroll in my program.
WOW. Thats all I could really think about at the time. Then he went on to tell me about the great bikes everyone else had and the sponsorships they obtained from big names in the industry. He raced on a bike that was 5 years old and worked on by him and his friend not some big name company with expensive mechanics. I was impressed. I always like to see people take a step in the right direction to better themselves and never let anyone discourage you from obtaining your dreams.
So yea it’s true that I create opportunity for people around the country each and every week. However, I want to thank all of you that have attended my events for creating opportunity for me. An opportunity for me to get to know you and your story. An opportunity for me to learn from you things I would have never learned in my life. An opportunity for me to see there are so many good people in this country that refuse to be discourage by the negativity that consumes us on TV every day of the week. An opportunity for me to see people (just like my friends from Alabama) take action for themselves. I have to say I am blessed with the opportunity to be doing what I am doing right now.
To those guys in Alabama. A special note to you (and you won’t know it until you read this blog) I plan on getting you a nice sponsorship from myself and some other companies we work with in our industry. New bikes, trailers, clothing, and everything else you need to continue being successful and doing what you love doing. It’s not always about doing what I do, but rather doing what you love and what makes you happy. I appreciate you enrolling in my program and I plan on working with you step by step to make you find success in this business. I also plan on helping you continue to achieve the success you desire in your other business.
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February 1st, 2009 posted by admin in Entrepreneurship
As I lay in bed finally after returning home from a 3 week tour I am reminded of what I saw on our brief three week tour. Thousands of people flocked to our conferences to hear what I had to say about making money online and building financial freedom. One thing that really stood out to me was the number of people who told me they had lost their life savings in the stock market and in real estate. If you’ve seen my show then you know my story and why I started my first business online. My father lost his life savings in the stock market just like millions of people have with the recent stock market plunge.
Here is my suggestion to everyone in America. Build your financial freedom via online businesses! One thing you don’t read about in the paper or see on tv everyday is information about online businesses closing or sales dropping off. In my opinion the safest thing to do with your time and money is invest it in yourself. Start an online business and build wealth one day at a time online. Quit investing money in other companies and falling stocks. Quit investing money in real estate and getting into debt. Start your own business!
Just my advice for the night!
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January 18th, 2009 posted by admin in Entrepreneurship
Well our first trip of 2009 tour was successfully completed. Week one took us to Birmingham, Alabama (close to home!). It was a great area and we had a huge turn out. I want to personally thank everyone for being so supportive. I actually met a few people that knew Justin K. (from our tv show) so that was really interesting. We are now headed back out for another two straight weeks of conferences. One of the main questions I am being asked is how the state of the economy has affected our business model. I am starting a new section to this blog called “Affiliate Marketing” just to stay up to date on the industry itself and inform you of changes and growth in the industry. I know that many businesses are really hurting right now because of our economic issues in this country, however, our business model is very sound and remains steady and profitable. We look forward to seeing everyone next week at our events!
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January 3rd, 2009 posted by admin in Entrepreneurship
So you’ve seen from my last post my highlights for 2008. I have to say it was a great year, and I certainly think a successful year for me both as a person and as a businessman. 2009 comes with many questions and many obstacles I must overcome. I have so many goals and so many aspirations it’s sometimes hard to just settle down and focus on one or two things. My mind races so much fast than it really should, but I have spent some time thinking about what I want to accomplish in 2009 and my best advice for you for the new year.
My goals for 2009:
1. I really want to create another successful online business providing a service to Internet users. This will tie in with my “best advice” to you for 2009. With the recent changes in the economy a true entrepreneur learns to adjust and survive. My current businesses all provide services to Internet users, and therefore have been pretty much unaffected by the current conditions. I always talk about “diversification” and how important I really believe it is to ongoing success in any business. This year I want to diversify even more and reach out to more people with different products and services.
2. I want to get my book “The Hidden Millionaire” published by a major publisher. I self published the book because from a business standpoint it just makes sense. You actually make more money that way than if a publisher picks up the book. However, my main goal for the book was to get my story, my lessons, and my advice in the hands of millions of people around the world. Obviously a publisher is going to make that a little easier for me to accomplish. Some things are simply not about money, but rather personal goals and desires.
3. I would really like to get on the speaking tour this year. I have always wanted to deliver keynote speaches or teach people around the country how to really make their businesses grow. I have spoken to quite a few companies to represent me as a public speaker this month and plan on choosing one very soon. Delivering my message to people is really important to me and I think this would be a great way to accomplish that goal.
4. I want to meet Donny Deutsch from “The Big Idea”. I have TRIED SO HARD to get on that show! It’s absolutely rediculous. Yes I know I was on CNN, Fox, and many other news related shows but being on “The Big Idea” is just one of my lifelong goals. So if anyone out there wants to write them an email for me please go ahead 
5. I would love to see my ChristmasForKids.us charity catch on in other states. We have been really successful here in my home town, but it’s really time for this to catch on around the country. I have some ideas on how to make that happen and I hope to be able to accomplish that this year.
The Top 3 Things You Should Focus On In 2009
1. Invest in yourself. Listen I know people all over the TV are telling you “the economy is bad” and “get ready for a bloodbath in 2009″ but hey have you seen the businesses that ARE doing well? These don’t seem to be talked about quite as much as the ones going bankrupt. I read today that the average salary for a MLB outfielder dropped from 16 million a year to 10 million a year. I am sorry but that doesn’t scream “financial crisis” to me! They are playing a GAME and making 10 million a year in a “bad economy”. The fact of the matter is yes we are going through some tough times in this country, but the great thing about the United States is it’s a country of opportunity. If you are a true entrepreneur you will have the vision and ability to adapt and be successful no matter the situation. There are plenty of industries still thriving and the Internet just happens to be one of them. Open your eyes to the WORLD OF OPPORTUNITIES that surround you and forget about the hype you hear on TV.
2. Make 2009 a year of learning. Read books, blogs, and other informational products. Learn as much as you can about business and how to be successful. Worry less about going out, partying, shopping, and other activities that aren’t really going to broaden you as an entrepreneur. It’s amazing what you can really do when you put your mind to it. Stay focused and make it your personal goal to be a successful entrepreneur in 2009.
3. Help someone every time the opportunity presents itself. Our country is built on opportunity, however, some people are not given the opportunity to learn and grow as entrepreneurs. Some of the most successful people in this country were given some kind of help to get where they are today. I am not saying go buy people a bunch of gifts and things. Dedicate your “giving” to helping others learn so they can become successful.
So thats it for 2009. My personal goals and my best advice to you as aspiring entrepreneurs. I hope to write here more often than I was able to write last year. I will share my thoughts and knowledge with you as much as possible. I sure hope you learn something from me, my story, and my life.
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January 1st, 2009 posted by admin in Year Reviews
As promised earlier I am going to post my 2008 year in review today. Honestly I have to say that 2008 was a blessed year for me, my family, and my friends. Each and every year we all grow and learn so much that makes us better and more successful people. Here are the top 10 moments of 2008, well at least in my life:
1. My best friend in the world, Josh got engaged! Oddly enough this happened yesterday on New Year’s Eve. Josh is a great friend and partner in business. He works on my conference tour, contributes greatly to my charity ChristmasForKids.us, and handles just about anything and everything you can imagine for me. I think this was one of the highlights of my year simply because I know he has a great woman in his life and there is no doubt she has a great man in hers.
3. My first book, The Hidden Millionaire, was published and released on Amazon.com. I never really saw myself as an “author”, however, after meeting thousands of people around the country my eyes were opened to just how my personal story touched others lives. So many people were motivated to succeed after hearing my story I decided to share it with the rest of the world through my book. I must say writing a book was certainly more difficult than I originally expected, but in the end it was well worth the trouble. I am extremely proud to be referred to as an author, mentor, speaker, and business advisor. I never expected any of those titles just a few short years ago when I was headed to medical school.
4. A successful year for our conferences. I have to say in our second year of touring around the country our team did a great job! They were all wonderful to work with and deserve nothing but good comments. They were helpful, informative, and patient as we traveled the country teaching people how to create and run businesses online. A special thanks to everyone who contributed in 2008!
5. My brother graduated from college! A true highlight in my life not only did my brother finish school, but he also created his own online business that is hugely successful. They say sometimes the student surpasses the teacher and this may end up being the case! He is completely dedicate to being a successful entrepreneur and I am happy to just have pushed him in the right direction. So congrats Adrian on your success I am sure there is much more on the way!
6. Meeting new people and creating new partnerships was a big part of my 2008 year. Brent up north is working with me on a few deals, and I met him in a hotel in Washington. Kevin out west is working on a few things with me, and I have never even met him! Graig from MidWest a great guy handling all my book printing and shipping. To everyone that I have met this year thank you for broadening my horizons and teaching me along the way. I hope we all have a very successful 2009 working together to become smarter and more successful in every way.
7. My first nationwide interview on CNN aired. The feeling was incredible. Knowing that people all over the country were listening to what I had to say at one time. It was a bit nerve racking, however, it was worth it in the end. As a result of that interview I received about 300 emails from people around the country.
8. I was on the cover of Home Business Magazine and featured in many other newspaper articles, magazines, and radio shows around the country. I typicall tend to be more of a private person, however, in 2008 I stepped out of the box and began a media tour. I have to say it was successful and I enjoyed every second of it.
9. Meeting Cameron Johnson, author of You Call The Shots. You know I have written about his book and suggested it as a “required reading” if you want to be a successful entrepreneur. For me meeting Cameron was interesting because I have never met anyone my age that was really successful in business. Most of my friends are just now getting out of college. It was interesting to interact with someone who has written a book, given keynote speaches, and created successful businesses online before the age of 23. So to you Cameron I wish you all the success in the world in 2009.
10. ChristmasForKids.us – we had a wonderful 2008 year with our charity ChristmasForKids. I will be posting pictures, videos, and news clips of the entire event soon. Each year this charity seems to just grow bigger and bigger. My goal is to reach as many people as possible and positively influence them to give back in some way to those who need it most, and thats the children of our country.
These are just some of the highlights of my year……… Ill be posting more soon! Stay tuned.. as always comments are welcome.
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December 30th, 2008 posted by admin in Entrepreneurship, News
As we approach the year 2009 I would like to take a moment to thank everyone who has supported me and my business ventures this year. I certainly wouldn’t be a successful businessman without my right hand man Josh who takes care of just about everything and anything you can imagine. My entire staff has been wonderful and helped thousands of people around the country this year, and we look forward to having a successful tour around the country yet again in 2009. I hope each and every one of you have a fun and safe New Year’s Eve. I will be posting my “2008 in review” tomorrow! Stay tuned…
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December 8th, 2008 posted by admin in Helping Others
Growing up my parents always said to me “Anthony Stop and Think” about what you are doing, why you are doing it, and if good or bad will result from the decision you’re making. I lived my entire life by the “Stop and Think” principle. A few years ago I decided to start giving back and helping children during the holidays. I literally “Stopped and Thought” about what good would result from me helping these kids? Would they have a better self esteem because they wouldn’t be the only kids in school that didn’t celebrate Christmas? Would they be more compassionate as adults when they realized that someone that didn’t even know them was willing to help them out? Honestly what good comes from giving back to children at Christmas aside from just the joy of knowing they got gifts and presents on Christmas morning? I realized that so much good can and will come from giving back so I started a charity called ChristmasForKids in 2006.
Fast-forward two years to 2008. I’ve grown so much as a person because of the charities I have been involved in over the past few years. It’s a great feeling to know your helping someone in a way that they desperately need to be helped. This year our ChristmasForKids organization is going to reach out in many different ways to help children. Our first event was with the Burn Center in Mississippi. Each year this burn center brings in the kids that have been burned and simply can’t afford their medical bills let alone Christmas gifts. I was so touched by this I decided that we would help. So we spent our Friday night at Target with about 20 wonderful kids of all ages who were dealing with so much in their lives already, and it was great to see their faces light up at this event.
We took each kid shopping at Target for presents of all kinds really just anything that made them smile, and helped them forget the horrible event they had just been through. I was joined by my brother Adrian and his girlfriend Kaci, my sister Brittain, COO of Affiliate Income, Inc. Josh Siegal and his girlfriend Susan, as well as Greg Holloway, and Randall Saxton. The ChristmasForKids concept is simple we don’t care who you are your always welcome to help, and we certainly appreciate these guys and girls giving their time to shop with these kids on a Friday night.
This year we are filming a documentary on our “giving back” during the Holidays. I hope that it will inspire YOU as well as millions of others around the world to think about others and always give with an open heart.
Below are some pictures from our night at Target with these kids.
ChristmasForKids 2009
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November 26th, 2008 posted by admin in Helping Others, News
I want to personally wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving week. I hope you spend time with your family and focus on what’s really important in your lives, and thats being with the people who love and respect you the most. I will certainly enjoy my time with my family and friends. It has been a long year of traveling all over the country so it’s great to have everyone in one place at one time.
I also want to note that our ChristmasForKids charity is going to be participating in a few different functions this year so watch for updates, and for those of you who have emailed me your stories and request rest assured that I have personally read each and every one of them and will do my best to help you, your family, and your friends this year.
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November 25th, 2008 posted by admin in Entrepreneurship
Ok so maybe you’re already past 21 but hey you still want to retire young right? One thing I have noticed is that people are astonished when they hear about my success as an entrepreneur at such a young age. I think the reason for their “astonishment” is that they aren’t aware that I am not by any means alone. There are many young entrepreneurs in today’s digital environment. The implementation of the internet has opened the door for so many young people to become wealthy.
Years ago the idea of a 21 year old making millions of dollars was very farfetched to say the least. The only way that could occur is if they started a business, which probably would have caused them to drop out of school. Today you can finish school AND start your own business thanks to the internet. I have had the opportunity to meet many young entrepreneurs over the past two years and each one has their own unique story. I remember meeting Cameron Johnson (www.cameronjohnson.com) while in California this summer. Cameron has used the internet to make his first million dollars before even turning 21 years old!
If you want to learn more about young successful entrepreneur’s I suggest you check out www.retireat21.com. The site was founded by Michael Dunlop who was born in 1988! Here is a guy 6 years younger than me who’s got his own business online. He interviews many successful entrepreneur’s and helps share their stories of success with the world. His website generates an income for him, and inspires many young people around the world to be successful.
I’ve seen so many people make millions of dollars with things as easy as MySpace layouts, blogs, and simple applications online. The world is changing and so is the economy on a daily basis. The internet, however, remains a steady and viable medium to reach customers and create businesses at any age. If the stories seen on www.retireat21.com don’t inspire you to take the plunge and start your own business I really don’t know what will.
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