Entrepreneurship & Media Innovation Expert; Founder of The Business Bully LLC; Author of "Pitch, Close, Upsell, Repeat"; Host of "The Business Bully Podcast"
Dave Anderson Biography
Dave Anderson is an entrepreneur, media professional, and business coach with a career spanning more than three decades in broadcasting, entrepreneurship, and business development. Anderson began his work in radio at age nine and later played a significant role in the national syndication of the Rickey Smiley Morning Show. He contributed to the development of Rickey Smiley's reality show and has worked with public figures such as Les Brown, George Wallace, and Rickey Smiley, gaining insight into building and sustaining public-facing brands.
With extensive experience in entrepreneurship and broadcasting, Anderson has been involved in the creation of early mobile alert platforms and was an early adopter of digital audio, contributing to the evolution of podcasting and digital media. His career reflects a deep understanding of media innovation, business strategy, and brand development.
In his speech, "Common Sense Ain't Common," Anderson discusses his personal journey, including overcoming homelessness and financial setbacks, and how he rebuilt his life and business using practical strategies. This experience informs his approach as a speaker and business coach, offering lessons in resilience and business growth.
Anderson is a bestselling author, business coach, college professor, stand-up comedian, and media executive. Through his company, The Business Bully, LLC, he has advised small and mid-sized businesses on strategies for profitability and growth. His book, "Pitch, Close, Upsell, Repeat," is among his published works, and his business insights have been featured in Ebony Magazine, The Breakfast Club, and The Huffington Post.
A member of the Forbes Coaches Council, Anderson is recognized as a business expert and sales trainer. His podcast, "The Business Bully Podcast," provides business advice and strategies for entrepreneurs and professionals. As a speaker, Anderson has addressed audiences ranging from corporate sales teams to aspiring entrepreneurs, sharing practical business strategies and sales techniques. His direct and unconventional style has established him as a prominent figure in business coaching, entrepreneurship, and media training.
Dave Anderson Speaking Topics
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Common Sense Ain't Common
Dave Anderson is a man who has gone from hero to zero and back again. With his speech, Common Sense Ain’t Common, Dave describes how he recovered from making well over six figures to being homeless for two years. Dave lost his job, his savings, and everything that mattered most to him. After a battle with depression, Dave was able to pull the pieces of his life together using the power of common sense.
With a voice his generation can easily relate to, Dave has produced a talk that pushes audiences to create a better life for themselves.
Dave Anderson Videos
Interview with Guest Speaker The Business Bully - YouTube
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