The Mindset Keeping You From Your Next Level | Social Proof Podcast

The Mindset Keeping You From Your Next Level | Social Proof Podcast

August 6, 2026 · 1h 1m

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David Shands and Donni Wiggins discuss the value of investing in business courses and conferences, emphasizing execution over mere information acquisition.

Is paying thousands of dollars for a course, conference, or business event actually worth it? In this episode of the Social Proof Podcast, David Shands and Donni Wiggins break down the conversation surrounding Invest Fest, business conferences, coaching programs, networking, and why some entrepreneurs walk away feeling transformed while others feel like they wasted their money. Donni shares how she once invested $5,000 into a course and used what she learned from that experience to help create a business that went on to generate millions. David and Donni also discuss why execution matters more than simply buying information, how to approach conferences strategically, the power of getting into the right rooms, dealing with criticism and negative publicity, protecting your reputation, and why entrepreneurs have to stop allowing social media opinions to make decisions for them. Sometimes the opportunity isn't the problem. It's what you do with the opportunity once you have it. Join David and Donni inside the Social Proof Circle and surround yourself with entrepreneurs who are serious about growing, executing, and taking their businesses to the next level. TheSocialProofCircle.com…

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