ENTREPREGANDA | Season 1, Episode 42

"Next Opportunity" | The Evangelist

NO = Next Opportunity. Every rejection is redirection. We're getting flowy in 2026.

Host Michael Stewart-Isaacs delivers an inspiring episode on reframing rejection, honoring licensing legends, and launching a movement for 2026.

In this episode, we flow:

Rental Income Friday: The 7 Day Game Plan Advances
Day five—where assets generate recurring revenue. Michael reveals how every "NO" creates space for better opportunities that produce rental income streams you haven't discovered yet.

NO = Next Opportunity (New Meaning):
Michael redefines rejection: Every NO is a Next Opportunity. When clients, investors, or partners say no, they're redirecting you toward:

• An improvement (refine your pitch)
• A result (better fit partnerships)
• A benefit (protected from wrong deals)
• A transformation (elevated strategy)

People say yes when they believe the quality and quantity of improvement will be greater than the cost. Your job: prove the value exceeds the investment.

Headlines: Tech Pivots & AI Evolution

Meta Plans to Slash Metaverse Budget by 30%:
The metaverse bet shrinks. Michael analyzes what this means: Even giants pivot when ROI doesn't materialize. Adaptation isn't failure—it's intelligence.

Google's Gemini 3 Deep Think is Here:
Google's latest AI model brings advanced reasoning. Michael reveals opportunities for entrepreneurs leveraging deep-thinking AI for strategy, content, and innovation.

Honoring a Licensing Pioneer: Steven Ekstract:
Michael takes a moment to celebrate Steven Ekstract, a brilliant licensing industry leader who has mentored him since 2003.

Michael shares:
"Steven has been my inspiration to be part of the Licensing Industry. He guided me as a young entrepreneur trying to find my way, and even years later, he always has time to share wisdom when I call. I'm excited to celebrate this great pioneer and legend."

This is the power of mentorship—legacy built through generosity.

The Evangelist: A New Movement…"We Are Getting 'Flowy' in 2026!"
Michael launches The Evangelist—a movement for 2026:

"We are getting 'flowy' in 2026!" means:

• Moving with ease, not force
• Adapting like water to obstacles
• Creating momentum through alignment
• Building empires with grace and intention

Flow state = Peak performance. Next Opportunity mindset = Unstoppable momentum.

Tune in for an inspiring, flow-focused episode.

Special thanks:
ChiMax | I AM BRILLIANT