Hi everyone.

First off, this is a free podcast intended for you, especially if you are one of the millions of people around the world who's looking for a job, career, business, and/or investment opportunity every day!

My name is Jeff Ostroff. I'm the creator, host, and executive producer of Looking Forward. I created this podcast in June 2020 because I wanted to put something positive out there during the time of COVID. Positive in terms of the upbeat and clean content. Positive in terms of my energy and the valuable expertise shared by my guests. And positive in that I felt there was a great need to let people know that, even in troubling times, attractive opportunities are still knocking out there!

A little about me: Throughout my career, I've worked in the marketing and communications field: handling anything from speaking engagements, to training programs, to consulting and writing projects, to interviewing people, to newscasts, to being a party DJ and event host. I've served clients in a variety of industries and in multiple countries.

In recent years, I've created and launched one promotional show, Voices of the Founders, and two podcasts: Health Care on the Horizon,” and Looking Forward: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business, and Investment Seekers. I've also been a co-host of two other podcasts for my clients. In addition, I'm a podcast producer, advisor, columnist, and frequent podcast guest; a voiceover talent; and a B2B/B2C interviewer for businesses looking to promote their companies or better understand their prospects and customers.

And, if you are interested in seniors marketing, I'm the author of the Prentice-Hall Book, “Successful Marketing to the 50+ Consumer.”

I invite you to listen to any of our episodes. There are lots of them... and we've had well over 100 guests on Looking Forward. So, you have lots of trend topics and experts to choose from!

If you want to learn more about my business, Jeff Ostroff & Associates, LLC, please contact us at www.jeff-ostroff.com You can also check out my profile (and connect with me) on LInkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-ostroff-8142647

And, please, feel free to contact me about any Looking Forward episodes you have questions or want to provide feedback about... or any topics you think we need to cover in future episodes. Thanks! Jeff

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It seems like almost everybody’s talking about sustainability these days. But do you know the immense number of global opportunities that is and will create for job, career, business, and investment seekers?

My guest today, John Pabon, is an expert on sustainability. He’s traveled all over the world, and worked with both the public and private sectors in that domain. So, if anyone can speak to those opportunities, it’s John.

On this episode, John discusses (1) the widespread scope the world of sustainability covers, (2) major trends occurring in sustainability, (3) some significant differences in how countries in various parts of the world are addressing their sustainability challenges, and (4) how he believes the sustainability landscape will evolve over the next decade.

Of utmost importance, John lays out the broad swatch of opportunities available to in the sustainability realm to anyone from a job seeker to an investor, and he provides some solid tips for how to begin seizing those opportunities.

Now a bit about John: John Pabon has spent two decades in the business of saving our Earth. After leaving his role at the United Nations, John travelled the world studying the impacts of sustainability first-hand in factories, on fields, and in Fortune 500s.

Over his 20-year career, he’s had the privilege of working with the United Nations, McKinsey, A.C. Nielsen, and as a consultant with BSR, the world’s largest sustainability-focused business network. He is the founder of Fulcrum Strategic Advisors, Chair of The Conference Board’s Asia Sustainability Leaders Council, advises the UN, and serves on the board of advisors to the U.S. Green Chamber of Commerce.

John is also the author of two books: “Sustainability for the Rest of Us," and his latest book, “The Great Greenwashing: How Brands, Governments, and Influencers are Lying to You.” To learn more about John, go to https://www.johnpabon.com/ You'll also find him on social media sites, including Tik Tok and LInkedIn. https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnpabon/

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Have you ever thought about inventing something? It could be a product, an app, or something else that people or businesses need. My guest today, Brian Fried, is an expert on inventing. He’s not only an inventor himself, but he helps others who bring him their invention ideas.

On this episode, Brian covers such topics as (1) where do you get ideas for inventions, (2) who are the people who come up with inventions, (3) how is inventing things different nowadays than in the past, and (4) the differences between being an inventor in the U.S. vs. some other parts of the world.

As you’ll also learn from Brian, there are all kinds of things that might be improved by inventions. And, those inventions not only create opportunities for the inventors, but for the many professionals who can help them with their inventions. He then provides numerous tips for what's necessary to succeed as an inventor, including various things inventors have to consider and take action on.

Now a bit about Brian: Brian Fried, known as "The Inventor Coach," is a highly accomplished innovator, author, and speaker, boasting 15 patents under his name. He has effectively licensed and manufactured his inventions, gaining recognition through QVC, infomercials, catalogs, and major retailers.

For over 18 years, Brian has served as a guiding force for inventors, offering personalized coaching as an invention licensing agent and assisting in the commercialization of ideas. As a captivating speaker, Brian engages audiences with talks on innovation and invention, complemented by three authored books offering practical advice.

Beyond speaking and writing, Brian is the visionary founder of the National Inventor Club, a community that fosters collaboration and networking opportunities for inventors worldwide, guiding them through the intricacies of the invention process and providing invaluable resources for success.

In October 2023, Brian unveiled his latest creation—the Inventor Smart Community app. This innovative social media and resource center, available for download on Google Play and the Apple App Store, aims to create a vibrant community where inventors can connect, share ideas, and access valuable resources. Brian's dedication to empowering inventors is evident in his tireless efforts to provide accessible platforms for collaboration and knowledge sharing, ensuring that innovators worldwide can thrive.

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