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Bill Rancic

Winner of The Apprentice, Entrepreneur, Award-Winning Author & Media Personality

Bill Rancic

Winner of The Apprentice, Entrepreneur, Award-Winning Author & Media Personality

Biography

After bursting on to the scene as NBC’s first Apprentice, Bill Rancic has traveled to every part of the globe sharing his life experiences and business acumen with tens of thousands of leaders, businesses and organizations on a variety of important topics. His expertise ranges from why some companies thrive in chaos — and others don't — to the leadership behaviors needed in a world beset by turbulence, uncertainty and dramatic change.

What makes Bill so unique is that he is both a student and teacher of leadership and has a healthy obsession with what makes great companies and leaders tick. Having invested nearly two decades living the topic, Rancic has authored four books. These include New York Times best-seller You’re Hired: How to Succeed in Business and Life, which examines how some companies and leaders make the leap to superior results and the enduring classic Beyond the Lemonade Stand which teaches young people empowers them with the value of both money and positive self-image. In addition, Rancic co-authored I Do… Now What? with celebrity wife Giuliana Rancic where they share secrets to a supportive love and true partnership in marriage.

Driven by a relentless curiosity, Rancic really began his business journey when he graduated cum laude from Loyola University. He then went on to become a successful entrepreneur when he founded a monthly online subscription-based retailer. Since that time, he has inspired millions of people around the globe to work towards reaching their full potential, both in business and in their personal lives. He is currently co-owner of the RPM Restaurant Group which includes 7 restaurants and Giuliana Prosecco. Rancic appears regularly on numerous daytime broadcast and cable television programs such as Today, The View, Rachael Ray, Steve Harvey and various CNBC programs. He currently resides in Texas with his wife Giuliana and son Duke.

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Being a Winner

on Breast Cancer

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The Pause & Pivot Method

From a boat washing business in college to a million-dollar business and restaurant empire, Bill Rancic’s road to success has been paved with the ups and downs that anyone in business will have to overcome. This is a story you might hear again and again in the world of business speaking, but that does not mean Bill Rancic isn’t unique. He is. Bill is different.

What makes Bill different is his adaptability in an ever-changing business world, and his willingness to adopt strategies that reject conventional wisdom in the industry. He has been shaking up the old school business model from his first job out of college to his latest restaurant opening. This separated him from the pack while he crafted a personal and professional brand that has now established him as a household name. Now, your employees and business audiences worldwide can learn how he did it, right from the source.

His presentation will include a variety of success methods, including the new Pause and Pivot Method, created exclusively by Bill for these engagements. He will share this totally new technique, teaching audiences how to evaluate their business techniques in a methodical manner that will make them more productive in both long- and short-term situations. And productivity is key, after all. Providing this fresh ground-level perspective into the steps needed to pause and gain a deeper perspective, will help you pivot to reach the ultimate goal.

Bill will share takeaways that are immediately applicable in a range of business models and sizes. For anyone who wants to increase their return on investment, improve market share, or reap the benefits of a more productive, motivated workforce, Bill can help you grow. You just have to take advantage of this opportunity and learn to pause, pivot, and succeed.

In Sickness & In Health: A Conversation with Bill & Giuliana Rancic

Television Personalities, New York Times Best Selling Authors, Entrepreneurs, Executive Producers, Restaurateurs, Marketing Experts, Fertility Patients, Breast Cancer Survivor… Bill and Giuliana Rancic make a powerful team.

Most people are familiar with this couple from watching their life stories unfold during their seven year stint as reality stars on the Giuliana and Bill show. The Rancic's are dynamic speakers and highly sought after as both speakers, and event hosts. Giuliana and Bill travel around the world focusing on topics including breast cancer, infertility and entrepreneurship.

They inspire and motivate audiences of all sizes.

My Time With Trump: Lessons Learned While Working With President Trump

One thing Trump truly excelled at was knowing his audience

Whether he was speaking to business moguls, voters, or even the media, he had an uncanny ability to understand what would resonate with people. He could adapt his message to speak directly to their interests and concerns. This ability to connect was essential in both his business and political careers. On top of that, his leadership style stood out. Trump leads by being bold and aggressive—always on the offense. His approach is one of decisiveness and assertiveness, he never backed down from a challenge, and his commitment to standing by his promises, regardless of external pressure, was unwavering.

A defining characteristic of Trump is his tenacity, the ability to weather the storm

Literally, when we were flying to Ecuador on business, I recall a specific moment when we hit major turbulence, the other passengers and I were tightly gripping our armrests and visible sweat was pouring down our foreheads while President Trump sat back calmly reading the newspaper. “You have to whether the storm,” Trump calmly commented. The several moments  were tense, but Trump, ever the optimist, pushed through, reminding us that tough times are temporary and that success often lies on the other side of adversity. This tenacity, combined with his willingness to embrace the new—whether it's in politics, media, or technology—kept him constantly relevant.

He never shied away from new opportunities

Always staying ahead of the curve by embracing the changing landscape of media, including podcasts and social media, to stay connected with the public. It was clear that he never stopped thinking big, always aiming higher, which taught me to not only dream big but act boldly to make my dreams a reality.

Talk is cheap

Say what you’re going to do, and do what you say. It’s amazing the loyalty and respect that results. Rancic attributes living life according to this philosophy as one of the reasons for being hired in the first season of “The Apprentice.”  I didn’t talk a big game, and I wasn’t running my mouth. I just kept my head down, worked hard, and was able to quantify my work. Donald Trump has an amazing team around him, he says. In order to command respect and hard work from individuals, you have to be ready to work hard and be respectful.

The harder you work, the luckier you become. You can create your own luck

Trump continually strives for progress and improvement. He emphasizes the significance of never quitting, and characterizes Trump as his role model in this self-imposed adage. Twenty years ago, people wouldn’t take Trump’s call. He was a billion dollars in debt; he was in serious trouble, and he hung on. He kept fighting and fighting, and now he’s at the highest point he’s ever been in his life. There’s a lot of truth to hanging on and going at it even when you don’t think there’s a way out.

You’re Hired: How to Succeed in Business & Life

How to Use Challenging Times to Your Advantage

Innovation: How to Think Like an Entrepreneur in Corporate America

A Family's Journey of Cancer Survivorship

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