Connection Loop by Dubb

In this episode of Connection Loop , join us as we discuss the art of transformational branding with Toni Bubb . Sitting down with Dubb founder Ruben Dua , Toni shared many different insights on transformational branding, including the following: When it comes down to developing a personal brand or a brand for your business, you need to know what your core values are. You must also know your missi...

In this episode of Connection Loop , we are proud to share our conversation with Ryan Conlan . Speaking with Dubb founder Ruben Dua , Ryan shares insights and advice related to making disabilities a superpower. Some of the insights exchanged in this episode include the following: Opportunities to become a TEDx speaker can come from anywhere. For Ryan, he was able to leverage a professor’s advice t...

For this episode of Connection Loop , Dubb founder Ruben Dua was pleased to speak with Kenyatta Turner . Both Ruben and Kenyatta shared many different insights related to behavioral science and optimizing performance. Some of those insights included: Self-awareness is the secret ingredient that can help us accomplish anything. With a deep self-awareness and personal development, we can essentially...

In this episode of Connection Loop , we are going to take a deep dive into how to leverage podcasting for PR, branding, and sales. Dubb founder Ruben Dua sparks with Jeremy Ryan Slate about the power of podcasting, exchanging awesome insights like the following: As a podcaster or would-be podcaster, the big thing that you should be paying attention to is using your podcast to promote something els...

In this episode of Connection Loop , Dubb founder Ruben Dua discusses self-healing and the art of joy with Elise Micheals . Some of the insights shared in this episode include the following: Deliberately working on self-healing can help you avoid years of suffering and struggle. In other words, confronting our problems head-on, while uncomfortable, can accelerate us toward our goals. We need to re...

In this episode of Connection Loop , Dubb founder Ruben Dua and Enrique Gonzalez explore many topics related to storytelling and video marketing. Some of the insights shared in this informative episode include: Most of the problems that we face come from things that we don’t know. Going back to your center point (which is yourself) can help you identify and confront those problems. Story is critic...

For as much potential as entrepreneurship and the business world can offer, the road to business success isn’t a straight line. No matter what you’re trying to accomplish, there are going to be roadblocks and obstacles in the way. In fact, there may be some major setbacks that may want you to completely give up. But for those entrepreneurs and employees that stay optimistic and keep chipping away...

Regardless of your sector or industry, it is absolutely critical to treat your colleagues like human beings. That being said, the unfortunate reality is that there are plenty of companies that fail to do so. It is all too easy to focus on the numbers and shareholder value rather than helping their employees do their best work. Even though there may not appear to be a significant ROI right away, ma...

For as much as we want to think we have full control over our lives, there are both internal and external forces that constantly affect us. Whether it is the constant media noise that we cannot escape or long-standing limiting beliefs, these forces cause us to perform below our potential. The bad news is that these forces are difficult to put to the side or overcome. But having said that, it is po...

LinkedIn has dramatically changed in the past number of years. From solely being a source to find a new job to its current mission of helping users manage their professional identity, the platform has become an increasingly important part of our work lives. The good news? We are only in the early innings. LinkedIn is going to become an even more effective tool that you can use to accomplish your b...

If you have been following the podcast for some time, you know that we love stories. As humans, we are wired for stories. For thousands of years, humans have been gathering around literal and metaphorical campfires to exchange stories. Even though we have come a long way from those moments around the fire, storytelling has become an even more critical way to build human connections. Whether you ar...

We’re now living in an era where there are plenty of tools to help you promote yourself or your business. Better yet, nearly all of these tools are free. Through hard work and paying close attention to your audience’s wants and needs, you maximize your odds of achieving your marketing goals, Yet while there are plenty of tools, we want to spend this episode of Connection Loop focusing on LinkedIn...

It’s safe to say that life and business are full of challenges. From that customer who is refusing to pay its invoice on time to the star employee who is thinking of quitting, we often spend our days putting out the fiercest fires. Yet some of us may be facing more challenges than others. Whether it is due to factors beyond your control or internal barriers that are sabotaging your success, it is...

LinkedIn has come a long way from being a platform solely for job hunters. Now, LinkedIn has expanded its mission and has become a platform where you can manage your professional identity. Whether you are an up-and-coming employee trying to make a name for yourself or an entrepreneur looking to develop new business, LinkedIn can offer you plenty of opportunities. At its core, however, LinkedIn is...

Whether you are a solo founder or work in the sales department of a blue-chip company, you’re likely thinking about overcoming stress and maximizing your performance. However, these topics are especially important in the year 2020. The rise of COVID-19 and its medical and economic uncertainty have certainly raised our stress and anxiety levels. Because of this, it’s valuable for all of us to take...

The “old-school” vision of corporate America often conjures up images of serious, stuffy boardrooms with people dressed in their formal best. Much of their attention is focused on maximizing profit and enhancing shareholder value. This vision of corporate America, however, is rapidly changing. Now, corporate America is a place where seemingly “non-businesslike” things, like spiritual mindfulness,...

In this episode of Connection Loop , Dubb founder Ruben Dua discusses empowered entrepreneurship with Wassim Dabboussi . Ruben and Wassim share many important insights about entrepreneurship in this episode, including the following: Being an empowered entrepreneur is about being authentic. It is also about thinking of the impact that you have on the world. No matter what sector or industry that yo...

We’re now living in an era where podcasts have become extremely popular. Clearly, you agree. In fact, you may be thinking about starting your own podcast, whether it is for your company or for yourself. While there are plenty of opportunities to create a successful podcast, creating a number one ranked podcast is a much more difficult task. That said, it isn’t impossible. It is possible—so long as...

Whether you want to start your own business or are already an entrepreneur, it’s fair to say that you are in for a thrilling and exciting ride. There really is nothing like developing a business idea and seeing that idea become a reality. Having said this, starting and scaling a business is difficult. From achieving product-market fit to finding the right team members, there are many moving parts...

Today’s workforce is a mix of ambitious, driven people striving to accomplish their career goals. Nonetheless, the modern-day workforce continues to have conscious and unconscious biases. For instance, there are still biases against women who are looking to advance in the workforce. While there has been some progress in recent years, there is still plenty of work to do. To learn more about advanci...

Whether you are trying to stay in touch with your customers or trying to build your company’s social media profile, you’ll definitely want to leverage the power of video. Video allows you to build real, human connections through authentic storytelling. Yet while the benefits of video are clearly evident, the actual act of creating and editing video can be intimidating. Luckily, however, you can si...

When hearing the term “business success,” it’s easy to think of things like converting that huge, key prospect or hiring that rockstar employee. Yes, these things are important in achieving your business goals. Nonetheless, there are other things that are essential for business success. One of those things is designing your life to succeed in business. Being deliberate and strategic about the life...

LinkedIn has gone through a dramatic change in the past several years. What used to be a hub solely for individuals seeking jobs or companies looking to hire has transformed into a hub for managing your professional identity. Ultimately, LinkedIn is a fabulous place to grow your personal brand and generate more business. Yet while the opportunity is there, it can be difficult to stand out on such...

One of the best things about the Internet is that you can create compelling content that spans the entire planet. No matter your skills or background, there are plenty of tools out there that can help you create high-quality marketing videos. Better yet, those videos can help you grow your personal brand, connect with members of your audience, and even attract clients. To explore how to attract cl...

For the past several months, we have seen a dramatic increase in the number of paid newsletters on the Internet. From the rise of Substack to the continued importance of the creator economy, there are now opportunities for talented individuals to make money writing about the things they love. That being said, the actual process of creating and building a paid newsletter is easier said than done. T...