Join Coach Dan Gordon as he talks with Wayne Altman, a military veteran who turned his tinnitus into a successful business, Melody Clouds. Wayne shares how he discovered the power of binaural beats and solfeggio frequencies to relieve his condition and decided to help others by creating an affordable, effective solution. In this episode, learn about Wayne’s journey from military service to entrepreneurial success, his challenges, and the lessons he learned along the way. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or seeking inspiration to tackle challenges, this episode has valuable insights and motivational stories.
Five Badass Q&As
Q1: What caused your tinnitus?
A1: Bombs and bullets during my eight years in the military.
Q2: How did you discover the solution to your tinnitus?
A2: Someone introduced me to binaural beats, and within seconds, I realized they could provide me with silence for the first time in 30 years.
Q3: Why did you decide to share your solution with others?
A3: I wanted to help other people who suffer from tinnitus and provide an affordable solution, unlike overpriced alternatives.
Q4: How did you start Melody Clouds?
A4: I bought a domain and started putting together files, learning about licensing along the way so that I could own all my content.
Q5: What advice do you have for new entrepreneurs?
A5: Surround yourself with positive people, focus on something you’re passionate about, and use analytics to understand and reach your audience.
Five Badass Quotes
1. The power of yes led me to incredible opportunities and connections.
2. Silence for the first time in 30 years was life-changing.
3. Don’t look in your sister’s bowl unless you put more in it.
4. Know your audience and provide real value to them.
5. You're right Whether you think you can or can’t.
Five Badass Takeaways
1. Embrace the unknown to find unexpected opportunities.
2. Turn personal challenges into solutions that help others.
3. Use the power of yes to open doors and create connections.
4. Focus on customer experience and provide real value.
5. Surround yourself with positive, supportive people.
Contact Info
Melody Clouds website: https://melodyclouds.com
Chapters
00:00  Introduction
05:31  Meeting Wayne Altman
08:27  Wayne’s military background and tinnitus
10:55  Discovering binaural beats
14:25  Transitioning to an entrepreneurial mindset
19:52  Starting Melody Clouds
24:52  Customer experience focus
29:33  Using analytics to find customers
36:26  Managing uncertainty
49:54 Plans for Melody Clouds
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