Overview: In this episode, we invite Alex Bilodeau on the Think Bold, Be Bold Show! Alex is a true phoenix entrepreneur who helps businesses rise from the ashes. His business and expertise focus on social media marketing through Facebook and Instagram ads. Alex also has a podcast, The Phoenix Entrepreneur! His mantra is to never give up and always be rising from the ashes while conquering the day. Tune in to hear how Alex’s business has evolved and how you can improve your social media marketing! 5 Golden Nuggets Shared: 1. Make a decision and act upon it. In order to change things, you have to decide what you want and take action from there. 2. Look at the trees and not just the forest. Think about what industries you can best serve with your expertise. 3. You don’t need a ton of money to start a business. Be creative and bootstrap what you have within your means to make it happen. 4. If you have an idea, you just need to start. Start by doing some research, see if the idea is needed or wanted. 5. If you are unique in your approach to your business, there is no competition for you. Stand out, be authentic, and serve your customers to the best of your ability. 3 Bold and Kick-Ass Quotes: 1. “Don’t try to complicate things.” - Alex Bilodeau 2. “Launch off the cliff and build a plane as you go.” - Alex Bilodeau 3. “You have to attend events, you can’t just sit in your house. Get out there.” - Alex Bilodeau Take advantage of Alex’s special promotion for our listeners! (Limited to 10 guests) http://riseupsocialmarketing.com/thinkbold/ Click the hyperlink below to connect directly with Alex! Website: www.riseupsocialmarketing.com Podcast: www.riseuppodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alex.bilodeau.5?fref=search Click the hyperlink below to connect directly with us! Website: http://www.ThinkBoldBeBold.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThinkBoldBeBold/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thinkboldbebold/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/thinkboldbebold Sponsored by Mavericks Mastermind Until next time, Do Something Nice for Someone!