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Seth Buechley
Do you want to grow a valuable business and avoid wasting years learning every lesson the hard way? Then discovering the strategies and insights of winning leaders and organizations is critical to your success.
As a business leader and entrepreneur for nearly 30 years, I’ve spent my life building, and occasionally selling, businesses that grew from nothing into businesses that have generated hundreds of millions of dollars.
As an investor, as an author, and as the CEO of Cathedral Consulting, I’ve seen first hand the power of having a guide to help navigate through the roadblocks of scaling a business, which is why I’ve made it my mission to help leaders build valuable businesses the right way.
The Business Done Right podcast is the place where I have the privilege of connecting you with the ideas, people, and resources that will guide you towards your true potential, maximize your impact, and create your legacy. Interviewing the likes of: Jeff Brown, Ken Barnes, Dan Miller, James Kramer, Aaron Walker, Jim Cripps, Trevor Mauch, and Jesse Cole.
Tim Hawkin's 30 years of high-performance sales and marketing executive leadership with brands like Coke & Levi Strauss is nothing to flinch at. But, more than that, Tim understands how people work. That's why when leaders get stuck in their business and can't seem to crack through the next income ceiling, Tim is the guy to help unblock them. If you're an entrepreneur with momentum wanting to understand better how culture and leadership affect your sales team's ability to produce at a high level, this episode is for you. Listen in!
Connect with Tim: https://www.cathedralconsulting.com/tim-hawkins
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If you’re a distracted entrepreneur, you might want to listen in. Ryan Ingram is one motivated & passionate guy — and it’s evident by his accomplishments. From semi-pro racquetball player to an accomplished police officer, weightlift record-setter — the lift goes on! What’s really interesting about Ryan is his drive to make a difference for his family and community. Today, we talk about his 500-year vision, why he’s passionate about restoring the city he lives in, and how he’s navigated life with a strong, clear focus. Enjoy! Mentioned in this episode: * Ryan Ingram on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3FQEPKs * If you need help building (or selling) a valuable business, reach out to Cathedral Consulting at info@cathedralconsulting.com * Questions for Seth? Send us your feedback at hello@BDRPodcast.com * Pick up your copy of Ambition: Leading With Gratitude: https://www.amazon.com/Ambition-Leading-Gratitude-Seth-Buechley/dp/1943425833
Natalie mills is the person responsible for NBC's product of the year for 2020 — "blingy" face masks and having celebrities don her affordable jewelry. But she started out as a young girl stringing together sea shells with nail polish. But, what does any of this have to do with leadership? It's Natalie's mindset. There are a few very, very powerful concepts we can learn from strong-willed, faith-forward immigrants like Natalie Mills. Her attitude and outlook towards her team and life are astonishing. Dive into this episode with us as we learn what it takes as a leader to not only build a successful business but take that business above and beyond where others think is even possible.
Resources For You:
• NatalieMills.com
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• Pick up your copy of Ambition: Leading With Gratitude
What if you didn’t have to spend so much money on advertising? What if there was a more stable customer basis already in your sphere of influence or just within reach? Today we going to unpack your greatest asset, your network. With us is business networking expert Brian McRae. Brian has built a successful company in the mortgage industry based on a key principle that he calls the IRA or, “Inventory of Relational Assets.” We are going to be discussing how you can effectively grow and manage your network and how to prioritize the right people within your sphere. If you want to work smarter not harder, want to be able to serve more people with less advertising fees to your business you will love today’s episode. So buckle up for a deep dive into making the most of your network and influence.
Full Show Notes at https://BDRPodcast.com * If you need help building (or selling) a valuable business, reach out to Cathedral Consulting at info@cathedralconsulting.com
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The last two years have been fraught with worry, anxiety, and uncertainty. As things are starting to come back this year how do we capitalize powerfully both in the market and in our personal lives? In today’s solo episode we are going to unpack key lessons learned during 2021 and how we can propel ourselves into 2022 by setting an achievable game plan for the next three years. We are going to dive into three critical questions every entrepreneur should be asking themselves going into the new year, while we understand more about the different mindsets we can have when we approach any situation. Also, stay tuned for the three words that will define Seth’s life in 2021 and a special bonus for those who stick around to the end of the episode. Grab your coffee and sit back as we launch into today’s dive into taking on 2022 with a fury! Full Show Notes at https://BDRPodcast.com * If you need help building (or selling) a valuable business, reach out to Cathedral Consulting at info@cathedralconsulting.com
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Ever wondered what it’s like to become a huge success in the corporate world and then pivot into entrepreneurship? Are you currently working in a corporate day job and wondering if this is an option for you too? Well, in today’s episode we are taking a walk in the shoes of just such a person. David Hartin was given the opportunity to leave a lucrative job high up in a large wireless cellular carrier and launch a startup company in the same industry. Along his journey, he has learned many valuable lessons in what is required to take a small startup to a prospering business and eventually to the sale of the business for profit. Enjoy today’s episode as we discuss crucial elements of a successful and sellable business. Full Show Notes at https://BDRPodcast.com
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Have you ever felt stalemated in your business? You know things have plateaued. You know things have to change. Perhaps you’ve tried to implement different workflows and improvements in the past and there just wasn’t buy-in from your team to truly implement the changes. Or perhaps the particular methods weren’t even right for your business to begin with. Today we are speaking with Former Starbucks President Mike Hudspeth. Mike has a long history of leadership in the restaurant industry including Applebee's, Chili’s Global, and Starbucks. He is an expert at orchestrating change that is both timely for the season the business is at and implementing the changes into the workplace. So sit back, grab that cup of coffee and let's dive into today’s episode!
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What do Warren Buffet, Bill Gates, and Elon Musk all have in common? Each of these three men is an avid reader. Behind every great leader, you will often find a great reader. Today we are unpacking why you should be making a daily habit of opening up a book. With us is our guest Jeff Brown co-author of, Read to Lead, where he unpacks the simple habit to expand your influence and boost your career. It’s no secret that many of the struggles you run into on a daily basis, other great men and women have gone through before. You can access all their solutions to problems you face every day just by reading. Buckle up for today’s episode as we drive into the number 1 way to accelerate your income, grow your intelligence, broaden your mind and live a more fulfilling life.
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- Pick up your copy of Seth’s Book, Ambition: Leading With Gratitude
We spend more time at our work than anywhere else during our week. Additionally, we spend more time with co-workers and employees than with any other people. In today’s society, it has never been more important to be a bold witness of your faith in your workplace. For your clients, co-workers, and employees, you are often the closest someone will come to being inside a church or having an encounter with God. It is vital that we live in a manner worthy of the gospel. We are blessed to have Henry Kaestner on today’s show. Henry is co-founder of Faith Driven Entrepreneur and Faith Driven Investor Ministries. He has particular expertise in what it means to be a follower of Christ first and on mission in the workplace. Today we are diving into his upcoming book, Faith Driven Entrepreneur co-authored with J.D. Greear, Chip Ingram, and with a foreword by recording artist Lecrae. Buckle up for an exciting episode as we dig into the calling of the Lord and what that looks like in the workplace for entrepreneurs.
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- Pre-order your copy of Faith Driven Entrepreneur at https://www.faithdrivenentrepreneur.org/
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If you need help building (or selling) a valuable business, reach out to Cathedral Consulting at info@cathedralconsulting.com
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- Pick up your copy of Seth’s Book, Ambition: Leading With Gratitude
We all know that flashy and compelling branding has the potential to grab a potential customer’s eye. But let’s take it a step further shall we? It is the culture and mission of a company that drives the new customer to become a long-term customer that you will keep. Today we are diving into how to cultivate and build not just a compelling brand but a business culture and depth that people will relate to. We will look at the importance of not just knowing your values but truly understanding and living out your vision and living by example so your people also live the same mission. Today we are back with our guest, Trevor Mauch, CEO of Carrot, one of Oregon’s fastest-growing software development companies. Trevor is an expert at cultivating a company’s culture. Buckle as we take a deep dive in today’s episode!
Full Show Notes at https://BDRPodcast.com
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- CarrotCamp.com - A mastermind for Real estate investors & Agents - by Carrot.com
Have you ever felt like people are watching you? Have you ever known the pressure of the public eye? Whether you like it or not, the way you live, act, and make decisions in difficult situations is being monitored by others and yourself. This means that to be a person of integrity can be incredibly challenging and involve some short-term suffering. However, the rewards of integrity are everlasting. Today we dive into unpacking what it means to live a life of integrity and how to accomplish it. Buckle up for an authentic live environment as we get an inside look at this special speech from The CarrotCamp Mastermind event.
Full Show Notes at https://BDRPodcast.com
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If you need help building (or selling) a valuable business, reach out to Cathedral Consulting at info@cathedralconsulting.com
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- CarrotCamp.com - A mastermind for Real estate investors & Agents - by Carrot.com
Ever wondered how to make yourself “unfireable”? Want to learn how to be so valuable to your employee and your company that you are indispensable to them? From the unpaid intern who was sleeping on the floor of a fellow co-worker to the president of a Nascar Hall of Fame Pro Sports team, this is the story of today’s guest Dave Alpern. President of the Joe Gibbs Nascar Racing Team, Dave has incredible insight on how to make yourself into some who provides tremendous value to your employer. Today we dive into Dave’s story and a company that grew from 15 employees to over 500.
Full Show Notes at https://BDRPodcast.com
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If you need help building (or selling) a valuable business, reach out to Cathedral Consulting at info@cathedralconsulting.com
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Covid not only caused extreme business, economic, and lifestyle shutdown, but Cyber threats are now at an all-time high. With the advent of moving employees to work from home, the security measures many businesses relied on to protect their company and assets are now compromised. It is so crucial to understanding the threat. Today we are going to take a deep dive into understanding cybercrime and how to better put in place safety measures that will keep your company safe and secure. Buckle up for a sobering ride as we welcome cybersecurity expert Kris Bliesner onto today’s show.
Get your free 2021 strategic planning guide at https://cathedralconsulting.com/strategyFull Show Notes at https://BDRPodcast.com
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If you need help building (or selling) a valuable business, reach out to Cathedral Consulting at info@cathedralconsulting.com
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Questions or Topic Ideas? Send us your feedback at hello@BDRPodcast.com
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Pick up your copy of Seth’s Book, Ambition: Leading With Gratitude
Have you ever wrestled with finding where your passions in life intersect with your career? Ever struggled to find fulfillment in your career? In today’s episode, we have Tyler Lafferty speaking to us on how to find our purpose and fulfillment. As a successful serial entrepreneur, Tyler has worked with corporations such as Amazon, Netflix, McDonald’s, Disney and so many more providing digital advertising services. He has special insight into how to grow your network, find solid mentors, and find true fulfillment in your calling and vocation. Get ready for an exciting ride in today’s deep dive with an incredibly successful entrepreneur!
Get your free 2021 strategic planning guide at https://cathedralconsulting.com/strategyFull Show Notes at https://BDRPodcast.com
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If you need help building (or selling) a valuable business, reach out to Cathedral Consulting at info@cathedralconsulting.com
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For things are as exciting as seeing your company grow not only in revenue but in headcount. However, they are many challenges that come along with a hyper growth company. Today we are unpacking the most effective way to scale your company and the important role that investing in your HR plays in that. Here today on the podcast is HR expert Andrew Bartlow to help us better understand why not investing in your Human Resources department is such a crucial mistake!
Get your free 2021 strategic planning guide at https://cathedralconsulting.com/strategyFull Show Notes at https://BDRPodcast.com
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If you need help building (or selling) a valuable business, reach out to Cathedral Consulting at info@cathedralconsulting.com
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Running a small business is a challenging undertaking any day, but have you ever wondered what it’d be like to have your family members as co-workers. We are taking a deep dive into the ins and outs, the huge benefits and some of the pitfalls of life in a family business. In today’s episode we have guest Charles Bailes who works in a family business of which he is fourth generation. Buckle up for an amazing ride as we uncover some of the pivotal keys to their success and better understand the family business dynamic.
Get your free 2021 strategic planning guide at https://cathedralconsulting.com/strategyFull Show Notes at https://BDRPodcast.com
- If you need help building (or selling) a valuable business, reach out to Cathedral Consulting at info@cathedralconsulting.com
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- Pick up your copy of Seth’s Book, Ambition: Leading With Gratitude
The wrong people in your business can cause extreme anguish and turmoil. Likewise if you foster the wrong type of environment for your employees you can cause that same anguish. The number one thing that sets apart good companies from great companies is the type of business culture we have. Today we dive into why culture matters with culture expert Bretton Putter as he shares with us what he learned from interviewing over 400 startups.
Get your free 2021 strategic planning guide at https://cathedralconsulting.com/strategyFull Show Notes at https://BDRPodcast.com
- If you need help building (or selling) a valuable business, reach out to Cathedral Consulting at info@cathedralconsulting.com
- Questions or Topic Ideas? Send us your feedback at hello@BDRPodcast.com
- Pick up your copy of Seth’s Book, Ambition: Leading With Gratitude
Have you ever wondered about how to maximize your impact and crush tasks throughout your work week? Last time on the podcast we talked about how to recharge and recover after the painful experience that was 2020. In today’s episode we are going to focus on three powerful exercises that will help you to crush 2021 in your personal and professional life and help you be able to measure and attain your goals for success.
Get your free 2021 strategic planning guide at https://cathedralconsulting.com/strategyFull Show Notes at https://BDRPodcast.com
- If you need help building (or selling) a valuable business, reach out to Cathedral Consulting at info@cathedralconsulting.com
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- Pick up your copy of Seth’s Book, Ambition: Leading With Gratitude
2020 will be for years to come a year that was not ordinary. For many this last year has been extremely difficult, soul rending and earth shattering. Going into 2021 we need to reset and reorder our mindset so that we can excel in the coming year. In today’s episode we look back at the last year and ask ourselves five questions that will help us dive deeper into how we go forward and how to make the most of the difficult situations life throws at us.
Get your free 2021 strategic planning guide at https://cathedralconsulting.com/strategyFull Show Notes at https://BDRPodcast.com
- If you need help building (or selling) a valuable business, reach out to Cathedral Consulting at info@cathedralconsulting.com
- Questions or Topic Ideas? Send us your feedback at hello@BDRPodcast.com
- Pick up your copy of Seth’s Book, Ambition: Leading With Gratitude
Business is very much like a family road trip. If you don’t know your destination it will be incredibly difficult to reach your end goal. Every step along the way is important in how effectively you can achieve your success. In today’s 3rd and final part of this three part series we dive into what winning looks like. Mark is going to help you to better understand what your vision of success looks like in your business and how to effectively accomplish your end goal while harnessing the creative power of strategic planning!
Get your free 2021 strategic planning guide at https://cathedralconsulting.com/strategyFull Show Notes at https://BDRPodcast.com
- If you need help building (or selling) a valuable business, reach out to Cathedral Consulting at info@cathedralconsulting.com
- Questions or Topic Ideas? Send us your feedback at hello@BDRPodcast.com
- Pick up your copy of Seth’s Book, Ambition: Leading With Gratitude
In a day and age with so much competition and the constant race towards the bottom, it has never been more crucial to know your market. Have you ever been undercut by a competitor offering a similar service at a more affordable rate? In part two of this three part series we dive into knowing the market and how it can help you better understand your customers needs and potential weaknesses in your competitors and yourself.
Get your free strategy guide at https://cathedralconsulting.com/strategy
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Have you ever sat down to plan how your going to really scale your business next year, only to walk away feeling more unclear than when you started? And even worse, have that plan fall apart 6 months in? In part one of this three part series we dive deep into strategic planning from someone with over 35 years of experience, and has ran strategic planning for $750M corporate divisions.
Listen in to find out how the most successful organizations are planning out their year and making sure their time, energy, and money are going only towards the highest-leverage initiatives.
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Kevin has sold the perfect lifestyle business. But now he must go through the tough pains of transitioning out of leadership in a business he loved into his next phase. In Part two of this two part series, hear about Kevin’s bittersweet transition out of his role as CEO as we explore the different models of business leadership and how Kevin’s Christian faith impacts his work life.
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Kevin thought he’d never sell. He’d built the perfect lifestyle business - a valuable saas company with a team of 38 remote employees, and beautiful balance of freedom and impact. But one day, a phone call from one of the world's largest private equity firms changed everything. In this 2 part series, hear about why and how Kevin’s built and sold his business for more than he could’ve ever dreamt of.
So you know you want to buy a business. Maybe you decided it’s time to put your cash to good use. Maybe you plan to buy out a competitor! Whatever your reason, we’re going to guide you through the most important questions and considerations to help you prepare for this exhilarating journey. It’s all about making thoughtful, informed, strategic decisions when it comes to buying a business. Are you ready?
Listen to M&A Matters Part 1 - Valuing Your Business
Listen to M&A Matters Part 2 - Selling Your Business
The Conversation: 3:54 - Today’s Moment of Truth, John 11- Why does Jesus allow struggles and suffering to take place?
9:06 - The first and most important question to ask yourself when buying a business: “What problem am I trying to solve?”
11:29 - The approach - How to avoid scaring off prospective sellers
13:08 - The due diligence steps every buyer needs to make before acquiring a business
14:01 - How to mitigate risk - Are you able to identify and transfer the value of the business?
15:51 - Is an earnout the right option for you?
18:51 - Are you buying stocks or assets?
20:14 - How PPP Loans are affecting acquisition in today’s economy.
21:56 - Think you’re ready to make an acquisition? Here’s our final tip and why you should consider having someone to guide you along the way.
Resources For You:
- If you need help building (or selling) a valuable business, reach out to Cathedral Consulting at info@cathedralconsulting.com
- Questions for Seth? Send us your feedback at hello@BDRPodcast.com
- Pick up your copy of Ambition: Leading With Gratitude
Have you ever dreamt of that long-awaited, glorious day when all of your grinding away suddenly pays off? I mean, literally! Whether you’re thinking about selling your established business or you’re trying to scale your new startup, you need a gameplan. Which is why in part two of M&A Matters, we’re going to teach you exactly what you need to pay attention to in order to avoid the pitfalls of a bad exit plan, and most importantly how to build a business of real value. Listen in.
As an entrepreneur, have you ever wondered about the finish line? What I mean by that is, do you know the actual value of the business you’re working so hard to build? In part 1 of this crash course on mergers & acquisitions, I’m going to teach you about 4 key things you can focus on to add more value to your business. I’m also going to go over the different ways business are valued, so you can know what’s best for you. Ready to build a business of real value? Let’s dive in.
The Conversation: 4:04 - Today’s Moment of Truth - “Cleanse Me From My Sin” aka There are no shortcuts to a clean heart before God
8:22 - Why would you value a business? Here are the top reasons...
10:00 - How to value a business - Method #1: The discounted cash flow model
12:55 - How to value a business - Method #2: Market-based analysis
13:25 - How to value a business - Method #3: Assets & appraisals
14:00 - How to value a business - Method #4: Cost to build
15:48 - How to dramatically increase the value of your business using The Four Pillars of Excellence
16:26 - Pillar #1: Finance and accounting
16:54 - Pillar #2: Sales and marketing
17:12 - Pillar #3: Systems and workflow. Is my business based off my own skill or a trained team with well-documented systems?
18:10 - Pillar #4: People and culture. Is the value of my business identifiable? Is the value of my business transferable?
With so much negativity and uncertainty in the current climate, I think it’s vital to take a step back and ask ourselves “How am I responding as a leader?” This episode will be a change of pace as we talk about 3 things you should be doing right now in order to not only survive, but thrive during these wildy uncertain times. Because it’s in times like these when we’re tested, that our true character shines.
One of the most amazing things about the entire Coronavirus situation is the change it has introduced into our lives. I have spent years, like most of us, getting caught up in being too busy for the things that matter most. Only now, because of factors outside of our control, we are being forced to slow down and rethink our priorities. In this episode, I want to share with you a silver lining and some of the most radical ways this epidemic can change us for the better, if we allow it. Listen in.
If I told you there was a tried and true, simple way to gain the upper hand over your competition, would you want to know the secret? Well, it’s called organizational health, and it’s something many leaders are ignoring. But, when done right, asking these six questions will completely change the game for your people, your profits, and your happiness. It’s time to get a gauge on your health and start thriving, not just surviving. Listen in.
The Conversation: 3:11 - Learn this one simple secret to keeping your life on track through different seasons.
12:39 - Today’s Moment of Truth - What to do when you’re disengaged and uninspired while reading the word.
19:24 - A quick introduction to Building Culture.
23:17 - Step #1: Build a cohesive leadership Team - If you don't have this, you'll never be able to develop organizational health.
28:36 - Step #2: Create Clarity by answering these 6 simple questions.
29:05 - Patrick Lencioni’s 6 Key Questions to organizational health and why they matter
29:05 - 1) Why do we exist?
33:13 - 2) How do we behave?
35:04 - 3) What do we do? (practically)
35:55 - 4) How will we succeed?
39:02 - 5) What's most important right now?
43:49 - 6) Who's Doing What?
Resources For You:
- The Advantage: Why Organizational Health Trumps Everything Else In Business by Patrick Lencioni
- TheTableGroup.com
- The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer
- The CarrotCast Podcast & Trevor Mauch’s Energy Audit
- If you need help building (or selling) a valuable business, reach out to Cathedral Consulting at info@cathedralconsulting.com
- Questions for Seth? Send us your feedback at hello@BDRPodcast.com
- Pick up your copy of Ambition: Leading With Gratitude
In a world full of internet gurus and thought-leaders galore, I fear there’s something that might be becoming a lost art - Mentoring. The role of a “mentor” can be vague to many of us. Do I really need one? How do I find one? What should I ask them? The truth is, every single one of us needs someone that we can trust with life’s most important decisions. That’s why I’m diving into my personal story of how mentorship changed my life and breaking down what really makes a great mentor. Listen in.
There are risks of being wired as an entrepreneur. We like to run at 100 mph for weeks, months, and years on end, always chasing the next big thing. The world is our oyster and anything is possible! But do we ever look back to see what lies in the wake of our ambition? In my recent talk I gave to entrepreneurs from all around the country, I share the hard questions we should all be asking ourselves, but more importantly - how to find that one thing we’re all searching for, without letting go of our ambition.
The Conversation: 2:50 - Today’s Moment of Truth - How to handle anxiety according to the bible & How to chase our dreams without getting burnt out.
9:00 - My talk with 15 high-level entrepreneurs from around the country.
11:56 - Our biggest blind spots as entrepreneurs & how we can protect ourselves from the things that drag us down and hurt those we care about most.
16:38 - One of the biggest life lessons I’ve ever learned. We need to “Recognize, Value, and Protect” what we’ve been given.
19:50 - Developing your own practice of gratitude.
22:25 - Struggle with motivation? Listen to this.
23:25 - The gift of limits - Why it’s sometimes okay to relax and simply take care of the things you’re responsible for, for a season.
26:05 - The three biggest breakthroughs in my life after discovering discovered gratitude.
Resources For You: * Meet Trevor Mauch and my friend from Carrot at https://carrot.com/about * If you need help building (or selling) a valuable business, reach out to Cathedral Consulting at info@cathedralconsulting.com * Questions for Seth? Send us your feedback at hello@BDRPodcast.com * Pick up your copy of Ambition: Leading With Gratitude
If you’re leading or working with non-profits, you’re going to get a ton of value out of this episode. Our guest is Anthony Baugher. Anthony has over 20 years’ experience as an administrator, consultant, fundraiser, and educator, and is currently the Director of Ministries and Non-Profits for Cathedral Consulting. He’s here to share with you some of his best advice and strategies for running a healthy non-profit, one that is enjoyable, sustainable, and most importantly - makes an impact. Listen in!
The Conversation:
02:05 - Today’s Moment of Truth: How to find and maintain true motivation
06:03 - Meet Anthony Baugher, Director of Ministries and Non-Profits for Cathedral Consulting
12:52 - Tying business to purpose - how non-profits are started and how they can get back on track
15:36 - “Getting out and telling the stories of non-profits has become more crucial than we've ever seen.”
17:36 - Why non-profits can't afford to wait until there's a crisis to join a development program.
22:13 - The most important key concept non-profits need to understand: The Gratitude Cycle
26:18 - The transformation of heart and mind that takes place in donors
29:13 - Hear the story of Camp Attitude - the massive impact Anthony's non-profit is making on kids with special needs
35:35 - Always being asked to join boards? Here’s how to be on a board the right way, how to structure a board properly, and most importantly - how not to make it a waste of your time.
41:57 - Finally, Why Anthony chooses to invest his time in the world of non-profits
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d_OJsBGzclo
Resources For You:
- Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-baugher-35816810b
- Learn more about Camp Attitude: http://www.campattitude.org/
- If you need help building (or selling) a valuable business, reach out to Cathedral Consulting at info@cathedralconsulting.com
- Questions for Seth? Send us your feedback at hello@BDRPodcast.com
- Pick up your copy of Ambition: Leading With Gratitude
Where did we get the idea that when it comes to leadership, we’ve got to carry our burdens alone? Sometimes it’s so easy for us to become siloed in our businesses, to get so lost in the weeds that we begin to lose sight of what made us successful in the first place. When this happens, you need a coach. For nearly two decades, Greg Salciccioli has coached and consulted leaders to realize their goals and improve their own leadership, their teams, and organizations. Listen in on my conversation with him today!
6:31 - Gregs passion for coaching as a career.
9:12 - Is there a stigma around professional coaching?
16:04 - Learning to embrace other passions in order to grow.
18:19 - Outside insight: Giving permission to someone that you trust, to speak into your life and hold you accountable.
21:43 - Wired to create: Understanding the gift of limits and what to do when you've started too many things!
26:10 - Systematic Renewal: How to prevent burnout and live with more energy.
33:33 - Behind the scenes at coachwell: a look at their unique intake process.
38:47 - Millennials: What it takes to retain a happy, satisfied, vibrant workforce.
41:44 - Skills of the Future: Greg’s best advice for the next generation entering the workforce.
Resources For You:
- Connect with Greg: greg@coachwell.com or www.coachwell.com
The Enemies of Excellence: 7 Reasons Why We Sabotage Success - If you need help building (or selling) a valuable business, reach out to Cathedral Consulting at info@cathedralconsulting.com
- Questions for Seth? Send us your feedback at hello@BDRPodcast.com
- Pick up your copy of Ambition: Leading With Gratitude
If you’re like me and most other entrepreneur-minded people, you’re probably ambitious. Ambition is great! However, blind ambition is something that can really come back to hurt you. That’s why it’s so important to take a step back and evaluate before diving head first into a new venture. I’ve put together this list of questions to help save you some pain and trouble along the way, in hopes that you’ll start a business that’s more fulfilling than you could’ve ever imagined.
The Conversation: 2:52 - How to be angry without sinning. What the book of Ephesians means for our happiness.
8:46 - #1 What do I enjoy doing? - “Why would I want a business where I’m doing something that pulls me in the direction of doing something I fundamentally don’t like?”
9:51 -#2 Where do I have expertise? - “Where has my training equipped me with knowledge that other people are interested in?” “It’s very difficult to be a true expert in multiple industries”
12:07 - #3 Where will I focus? - “What industry will I be pursuing? Who in this world needs what you love to do?”
13:31 - #4 Do I need an operating partner? - The best and worst reasons to choose a business partner and the #1 most important thing if you decide to partner up with someone.
16:29 - #5 What’s the business model? - Why a subscription model could be a great asset and what you can learn from it.
18:57 - #6 How will I build value of the business? - “What parts of the business should I focus on growing if I want to sell the business later on?”
21:55 - #7 How will I exit this business and collect the value? - “Did you build a brand that is enduring and independent of you?”
Resources For You:
- The Bible Project: Ephesians Overview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y71r-T98E2Q
- If you need help building (or selling) a valuable business, reach out to Cathedral Consulting at info@cathedralconsulting.com
- Questions for Seth? Send us your feedback at hello@BDRPodcast.com
- Pick up your copy of Ambition: Leading With Gratitude
What if you could have real freedom in your business and spend more time with the people that matter most? What if you could spend your days doing work that matters for people who really care...and be profitable every month? What if you could discover real purpose through your business? Scott Beebe, author of Let Your Business Burn: Stop Putting Out Fires, Discover Purpose, And Build A Business That Matters, has a true passion for liberating business owners and delivering them from the chaos of the day-to-day. Tune in to this conversation to living your life and business on purpose.
"Our definition of a hero is someone who makes courageous decisions and takes courageous actions." - Scott Beebe
The Conversation: * 13:14 - The three most important questions you as a business owner need to ask yourself - #1: What do you want? * 14:42 - #2 What barriers exist that keep you from getting there? * 15:00 - #3 If nothing changes, what will happen in three years? You'll probably still be stuck in chaos. * 15:23 - The real reason why 96% of businesses fail within 10 years. * 17:09 - Theology to a pharmaceutical company and running business as a ministry. * 21:42 - The roadmap to deliverance from Chaos: your vision, your dashboard, your mission, and your financial barn. * 29:41 - What’s the one thing winning business are doing, that others are not? * 40:19 - How faith and work are not two separate things.
Resources For You: * Get Scott’s book, Let Your Business Burn: Stop Putting Out Fires, Discover Purpose, And Build A Business That Matters on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2ENmKyu * Connect with Scott's business: https://www.mybusinessonpurpose.com/ * Connect with Scott on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottebeebe/ * If you need help building (or selling) a valuable business, reach out to Cathedral Consulting at info@cathedralconsulting.com * Questions for Seth? Send us your feedback at hello@BDRPodcast.com * Pick up your copy of Ambition: Leading With Gratitude
Have you ever had that moment in a conversation where you come to an important observation about the person you’re talking to and you just can’t find the courage to address the issue and call it how it is? I can relate. And I believe that real leadership and real love have the courage to confront things in our own lives and in the lives of those we’re privileged to serve. That’s why in this episode I’m going to give you the tactics and techniques that will empower you to speak truth into the lives of those around you.
The Conversation:
3:01 - Today’s Moment of Truth: Galatians 4:9 How do we respond when somebody calls us out?
5:08 - Why speaking the truth to leaders is so important and why I aim to fulfill my God-given potential as a leader.
8:24 - How to address the elephant in the room #1: Do it privately
9:52 - But, what do you do when the other person freaks out?
10:54 Don’t let the elephant get swept under the rug. The different places this shows up.
13:50 - Our responsibility as business consultants when we find out our customers are in danger.
14:40 - “Real leadership and real love has the courage to confront things in our own lives and in the lives of those we’re privileged to serve”
We’ve got a big announcement in this episode! As we look back on the past 40 weeks of the podcast, we’re also planning ahead for something exciting. This episode is all about finding your focus, niching down, and getting clear on where you’re going. Listen in and join me on this next chapter of our journey. I hope you enjoy it.
The Conversation:
5:12 - Looking back and looking ahead: The future of Business Done Right
8:37 - Discovering the gift of limits, getting clarity of thought, and figuring out where you want to go
10:15 - Why we're choosing to niche down in these 3 industries with Cathedral Consulting
12:23 - Wireless Infrastructure
14:47 - Automotive Finance
15:54 - Ministries and Non-Profits
18:20 - The future of the Business Done Right Podcast
22:21 - How we can help: executive strategic coaching, peer mentoring groups, and more...
24:15 - Where we can: corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions, valuation analysis, family run business, financial systems
We don’t go into business with small goals. We go into business wanting to make a bigger impact. Yet, most of us revert back to the trial and error approach, instead of following proven methods to success. Successful leaders don’t just teach people what works, they teach people how they think. It’s developing the right mindsets for the right situation that helps us win. Today, I’m going to teach you the 6 keys that will help you transform your thought process, focus on your audience, and win your market.
The Conversation:
9:12 - #1 Be clear on your Audience -”Who do you want to serve, who are you best suited for, and who do you care about?
11:35 - #2 Hire a leader with credibility - "You're going to have to be the leader, or you're going to have to to find one. “Success will hinge on your leadership”
13:53 - A leader with credibility is going to have empathy with your client
15:06 - #3 Commit to thought leadership - “For me, I’m not committed to a vertical unless I’m committed to thought leadership.”
17:50 - #4 Build a megaphone - Figure out how you're going to get your ideas out to your audience… Trade associations, Trade publications, Brand ambassadors, and more.
21:15 - #5 Design your offers
25:54 - #6 Build your brand - “Your name and what you stand for needs to be clear to the market...continue to consistently deliver on what it is that you offer the world.”
Hiring & Firing. These two words can bring anxiety and other mixed emotions to any business owner. It’s never easy, it’s not always fun, and there’s plenty of room for error. But thankfully, there’s also room for great opportunities… opportunities for growth and expansion, flexibility and freedom. Today, I’m going to teach you my 8-step framework for transitioning employees, the same exact one I use to guide CEOs at Cathedral Consulting, so you can get the right people on your team and build a meaningful, valuable business, the right way.
The Conversation: 5:27 - The biggest mistakes most employers make when it comes to hiring...
7:54 - “Hire Slow, Fire Fast.”
8:52 - Staff require care and feeding
9:45 - You’ve been promoted to Chief Reminding Officer.
10:26 - Why you can't scale without people.
12:27 - What do you do when it's just not working out?
16:22 - Make the hard decision and go with your gut.
18:02 - "It's not the ones you fire that will drive you nuts"
20:09 - Treating others with dignity - The right way to fire someone.
24:32 - Debriefing...
Today’s guest is someone who holds a deep passion for educating business owners. He’s a technology leader who is thoughtful, intentional, and has a heart to serve other entrepreneurs. Frank Ableson is the president of Navitend, a Managed Service Provider located in the NY Metro area. He's also the creator of a powerful platform for leading organizations called EncourageWork.com. His story is one that will challenge your mission and inspire you to choose impact over independence. Enjoy!
The Conversation:
2:19 - Understanding the difference between information and intelligence, and wisdom.
6:36 - Frank's journey and the story behind Encourage Work.
14:54 - Where Navatend is at, where Frank is headed on his journey
16:36 - Lifestyle business vs Performance/growth business.
20:15 - We all have a choice: Independence or impact.
21:39 - The bigger mission behind Navitend, driven by Psalm 1:3.
23:14 - Integrating faith into business and taking the opportunity to be challenged.
Resources For You:
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Check out Frank’s work at www.encouragework.com and www.navitend.com
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If you need help building (or selling) a valuable business, reach out to Cathedral Consulting at info@cathedralconsulting.com
- Questions for Seth? Send us your feedback at hello@BDRPodcast.com
- Pick up your copy of Ambition: Leading With Gratitude
In part 2, we’re wrapping up the question of, “How do I get the capital I need for my business?” Last week was about finding investors and now we’re looking at the different debt options available. Our guest today is an expert in corporate finance and has a background as a corporate banker having successfully completed dozens of mergers and helped many business owners find success.
The Conversation: 5:12 - Using debt as an investment: Why to choose equity vs debt.
8:48 - What types of debt instruments are available to me?
10:14 - Venture debt and mezzanine debt.
14:47 - Another debt provider: senior secured debt providers.
17:02 - What is debt underwriting?
19:04 - Cash advance loans.
24:13 - Purchase order financing and accounts receivable factoring.
30:40 - Notification and non-notification factoring.
33:31 - Line of Credit, equipment loans, and commercial real estate mortgages.
45:12 - The most efficient cost of capital.
Getting the capital you need to grow your business can be overwhelming, and sometimes even daunting. Our guest today is going to break down the different options that are available and guide you through which ones might be best for your business. He's an expert in corporate finance and has a background as a corporate banker having successfully completed dozens of mergers and helped many business owners find success.
The Conversation: * 9:09 - Equity 101 - Round 1: Relationships. Where to start looking for equity partners during the early stages of your idea and why your network is one of your most important assets. * 13:06 - What to know about risk and return. * 16:10 - Round 2: The seed round. You now have a tangible product or service. Let’s look at Angel Investing and other high net-worth individuals. * 19:02 - Round 3: Series A. You have an operating business that's proven to be successful, and now you need to scale up * 21:40 - Round 4: Venture Capital. “You’re in the big leagues now!” From$100k to $100million, what you need to know about finding someone to partner with. * 25:47 - Representation - How to hire an adviser, such as an investment banker to represent your company in order to get funding. * 28:31 - Governance: What comes with the money? It's not just about the price of the capital. What else should you be looking out for? * 34:47 - The Final Round: The Exit Strategy - Buyout firms, private equity firms, and more. * 37:07 - Why do companies go public?
Resources For You: * Connect with Brian on LinkedIn. * Reach out to us at info@cathedralconsulting.com * Questions for Seth? Send us your feedback at hello@BDRPodcast.com * Pick up your copy of Ambition: Leading With Gratitude
I recently had the opportunity to give a speech to a group of future business leaders here in southern Oregon where I was able to inspire them and help them realize that extraordinary success is possible no matter where you come from. I also delivered some important tips and tools to save them from some of the stress and pressures that we can experience when following the calling of business. If you have a high school or college age student in your life, help them on their journey by sharing this episode. I know when I was a kid, this insight would have been absolutely invaluable.
The Conversation: * 6:50 - My message to the next generation of business leaders: Things to believe, Areas to focus, and Someone to find. * 8:27 - Profit comes from adding value. The more you can help someone, the higher the profit. * 10:37 - Being called to business is a purpose. How extraordinary success is available to anyone. * 14:24 - “The Inside Game” - How you think and how you lead is more important than your skills. * 17:22 - Explore your options - Take the pressure off finding exactly want you want to do in life, right off the bat. * 20:05 - Think about career - what industries, businesses, and most importantly people, do you want to work with? * 23:29 - Find a mentor to guide you through life’s most important decisions. * A mentor has wisdom they’re willing to share. * A mentor wants to get to know you. * A mentor loves you, that gives you advice solely for your benefit.A mentor shares your values.
Resources For You:
- Reach out to us at info@cathedralconsulting.com
- Questions for Seth? Send us your feedback at hello@BDRPodcast.com
- Pick up your copy of Ambition: Leading With Gratitude
There’s nothing easy about a family business. But when done right, it has the potential to be one of the most rewarding experiences as an entrepreneur. Nathan Bainbridge thought he was heading for a career in politics in his 20’s when one day he got a phone call from his Dad… That’s when everything started to change. Today, Nathan shares his experience - a powerful father-son story that many of us can relate to. Tune in, hear his struggles, learn from his lessons, and find out how you can apply them in your own business.
The Conversation: * 09:28 - Nathan’s story - growing up with Dad who built his own business after barely graduating high school. * 14:54 - Jumping into politics and working for a US Senator. * 17:16 - Easter of 2014, The phone call Nathan received, finding out Dad was in the hospital and things weren’t looking up. How he transitioned from politics into the family business. * 27:08 - Why mission, vision, and culture is more important than any strategic plan for every family business. * 30:40 - Brothers in business - How to work through your differences while preserving the relationships that matter most. * 41:30 - Nathan’s most valuable lessons learned from running a family business.
44:29 - How growing in faith and growing as a leader pushes the business forward. Resources For You:
- Connect with Nathan on LinkedIn
- If you have a family-run business in need of guidance, please reach out to us at info@cathedralconsulting.com
- Questions for Seth? Send us your feedback at hello@BDRPodcast.com
- Pick up your copy of Ambition: Leading With Gratitude
Rich Allen, the founder of Tour De Profit, is an expert in making it easy to understand exactly what makes businesses thrive. Through his eye-opening bicycle framework, he is going to guide us on how we can get a clear focus and generate profit in our own businesses.
The Conversation: * 08:35 - Rich's Journey from very humble beginnings. * 19:26 - View your bicycle like a business. * + 1) Handlebars: Vision and Leadership. + 2) The Frame: Organization structure, job responsibilities, and accountability systems. + 3) The Wheels - The front is our ability to win new customers. The back is our ability to serve those customers and deliver on your promise. + 4) The Brakes: Our financial controls + 5) Monitor: Your Metrics... Your indicators + 6) The seat: Our people programs... compensation, communication plans, incentives, and rewards.
- 26:04 - The power of building a community, trust, friendship.
- 34:20 - Two things for every business needs to drive engagement faster than anything else.
- 40:31 - Find your routine and rhythm, every day.
Resources For You:
- Connect with Rich Allen at https://tourdeprofit.com/
- Questions for Seth? Send us your feedback at hello@BDRPodcast.com
- If you need help building (or selling) a valuable business, reach out to Cathedral Consulting at info@cathedralconsulting.com
- Pick up your copy of Ambition: Leading With Gratitude
Today, I’m going to teach you a framework for Solving Problems. One of my favorite leadership questions is, “What problem are we trying to Solve?” Life is full of problems and nothing important gets done until some ambitious person gets a bit fed up and says… “I’m going to fix that.” This framework is tried and true and can be applied to any area of your business. Listen, learn, and implement!
The Conversation: * 01:49 - Moment of Truth: Comparison is the thief of joy. * 05:57 - Step #1: Face the problem. Get in touch with the WHY behind your problem and decide that you’re going to focus on solving it. * 06:56 - Step #2: Clarity of Thought. Bring it to a mentor, a coach, your spouse, or your peers. * 08:41 - Step #3: Get Clear on Leadership. You have to decide who has the ball. * 09:24 - Step #4: Resources. Assess the tools you have to work with. What are the resources that I can access as a solopreneur or corporate executive? * 10:22 - Step #5: The Plan. An assessment of the realistic resources you have should come first. * 11:49 - Step #6: The Management Phase. Why do good plans sometimes fail to lead to results? * 13:18 - Step #7: A Feedback Loop. Measuring results and implementing improvements.
Resources For You:
- Questions for Seth? Send us your feedback at hello@BDRPodcast.com
- If you need help building (or selling) a valuable business, reach out to Cathedral Consulting at info@cathedralconsulting.com
- Pick up your copy of Ambition: Leading With Gratitude
Trevor Mauch is back with us for part two of our interview where we break down everything from habits to coaching to mindset - everything we’re doing to stay consistent and focused while successfully lead our organizations. Trevor Mauch, is the CEO of Carrot, Oregon’s fastest-growing software company and #699 on the Inc 5000 list. He’s a hardcore entrepreneur and he joins us today to share his story of how he’s managed to turn what was once just a spark of an idea into a highly-profitable and impactful brand with over 25 employees (and over 5,000 clients!) nationwide. We have an invigorating conversation about the growing pains he’s had to go through and why, unlike his past ventures, he can still see himself running this company 5-10 years out.
The Conversation: * 6:08 - What’s the difference between transactional leadership and transformational leadership? Transactional leadership worked for Trevor until Carrot hit around the $1 million revenue mark. It’s reacting and delegating. It’s creating basic processes for how to complete tasks. Transformational leadership is empowering and unleashing your team, ultimately freeing you up from small tasks. It’s done by asking “What’s the outcome we're looking for? and “What’s the way we measure success?” and “What’s blocking you?” Write down where they're blocked and invest in the time to train them on decision making, then design a process that guides them through the right questions to ask.
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24:14 - Trevor never used to be a morning person. Who can relate? A habit tracker is the key tool that changed it for him.
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30:28 - Accountability can be misconstrued. You can create it for yourself through social pressure, measurements, and honesty.
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33:06 - Let’s wrap it up. Consistency can be perceived as boring. In reality, consistency in our lives unleashes the best innovation and creativity. Find your habit triggers, find them, make them convenient, and get the conviction to become the leader you need to be.
Resources For You:
- Learn more about Trevor’s company Carrot.
- Access Trevor’s free 2019 Epic Planning call.
- Listen to Trevor Mauch on the Carrotcast & Episode 5 of Business Done Right.
- Questions for Seth? Send us your feedback at hello@BDRPodcast.com
- If you need help building (or selling) a valuable business, reach out to Cathedral Consulting at info@cathedralconsulting.com
- Pick up your copy of Ambition: Leading With Gratitude
If you could improve one thing about yourself as a leader, what would it be? Whether it’s leading our families, our employees, or an entire enterprise, we are all challenged at one point to step up and lead. Our return guest, Trevor Mauch, is the CEO of Carrot, Oregon’s fastest-growing software company and #699 on the Inc 5000 list. He’s a hardcore entrepreneur and he joins us today to share his story of how he’s managed to turn what was once just a spark of an idea into a highly-profitable and impactful brand with over 25 employees (and over 5,000 clients!) nationwide. We have an invigorating conversation about the growing pains he’s had to go through and why, unlike his past ventures, he can still see himself running this company 5-10 years out. The Conversation: * 9:07 - Once you have a vision for your future, your dreams will begin to materialize quicker. Think long term for your family and your business - create a life list! Where do you want to wake up in 5, 10, 25, 50 years? The life Trevor was living as a serial-entrepreneur and freelancer actually wasn’t the life he wanted. The struggle is what happens when you get there.
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13:00 - Many of us as entrepreneurs tend to “cycle” every 3-5 years or so and get bored of the very thing that we create. We need to practice patience and persistence and focus on what resources that we have right in front of us. Become an expert in one thing before branching out and focus on niching down in your industry.
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18:20 - Make yourself “less relevant”. Being a great leader sometimes means taking a step back and empowering your team to step in. Learn how Trevor has created systems and processes allowing him to gain more freedom and flexibility, while still being the voice of the brand.
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21:30 - Leaders must make tough decisions. When we avoid them, we put the successes of our business, our team, and ourselves at risk. Hear why zero turnover may not ALWAYS be a sign of a healthy culture.
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29:04 -Work within your unique ability, run in your own lane, and niche down. Know your WHY. “Prosperity comes from purpose.” - Trevor Mauch
Resources For You:
- Hear the story behind Carrot.
- Access Trevor’s free 2019 Epic Planning call.
- Listen to Trevor Mauch on the Carrotcast & Episode 5 of Business Done Right.
- Hear the story behind Carrot.
- Questions for Seth? Send us your feedback at hello@BDRPodcast.com
- If you need help building (or selling) a valuable business, reach out to Cathedral Consulting at info@cathedralconsulting.com
- Pick up your copy of Ambition: Leading With Gratitude
Ever feel like your marketing has drifted in “reaction mode”? That’s a dangerous, but common, place any organization can easily slip into when it comes to our marketing efforts.
With so many websites, programs, and social media channels to choose from it can feel daunting to know where to start and what to do next. Our guest on Episode 28 has a simple 5-step framework for breaking out of reaction mode and getting serious traction with your marketing message.
Derek is a Serial Entrepreneur with over 15 years experience developing effective marketing campaigns and on this episode, he shares the Five Critical Steps of every successful marketing plan.
The Conversation:
08:41 - How Derek learned grassroots marketing in a crowded industry and made his living as a musician and entrepreneur in Hollywood, CA.
11:44 - Exhausted and searching for more, Derek chooses a life in a cubicle for the opportunity to build his first product and be a part of something bigger.
17:32 - How Derek’s unhappiness in his job literally made him sick and sent him to the hospital, forcing him to make dramatic changes in his life.
22:06 - Fast forward to where Derek is today - CEO of The Artist Evolution. Now, let’s dive into the 5 Crisis points of a brand... #1 Get clear on who you are so that clients will aspire to be like you.
24:22 - #2 Do you really know who your customers are? Once you know your customer's journey, you can understand how you can best serve them. Broadcasting doesn't work anymore. Know and study your customers and your competition.
32:54 - Roll up your sleeves and do community with your customer so it doesn't just look like your trying to sell to them. Build a brand that has value, one that your target audience can trust.
34:04 - #3 Have the right tools. Map out your customer ’s journey and make the tools, systems, and solutions match.
38:21 - #4 Have a plan. If you don't have a plan and a clear vision for where you’re headed, how are your customers supposed to know you? + Advice for geo-specific, brick and mortar businesses - Radio and T.V. aren't dead!
41:38 - #5 Execute the plan. Make it happen. If you've tried a marketing plan, you should be able to look back every step of the way and see how you implemented it and what worked.
46:04 - Wrapping up with Derek - His take on identity, knowing who you are in Christ, and how faith plays out in the workplace.
56:19 - A Word for 2019: Excellence. Ask yourself, do you want to be the best version of yourself that you can be? Let’s break through the barriers to excellence... comfort, complacency, business.
01:00 - 5 Simple Rules for Marketing Recap:
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- Know WHO you are. What do you stand for and what differentiates you?
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- Know WHO your customers are. Do you understand their pain points AND aspirations?
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- Have the right tools. WHAT’s working in today’s world?
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- Have a plan.
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- Go work the plan and execute. Marketing ideas are only worth the work you put into them.
Resources for you:
- Don't Buy A Duck: Stop Wasting Money & Only Do Marketing That Works! by Derek Champagne
- Connect with Derek at https://www.derekchampagne.com/
- Questions for Seth? Send us your feedback at hello@BDRPodcast.com
- If you need help building (or selling) a valuable business, reach out to Cathedral Consulting at info@cathedralconsulting.com
- Pick up your copy of Ambition: Leading With Gratitude
A rapid-fire recap of the guests featured on the Business Done Right podcast in 2018! Listen to learn what you may have missed, then use the links below to listen to the episode or get in touch with our guests via social.
It’s been an incredible first year launching the podcast! After delivering a new episode 27 weeks in a row, I think we MIGHT be getting the hang of it :).
One of my true joys is being able to connect people with the leaders we feature on the show. Take this trip down memory lane and recap the highlights. If you missed an episode, now’s your chance to go back.
Thank you for listening to the Business Done Right podcast in 2018...here’s to an even better 2019!
With Gratitude,
Seth
Ep 5: Trevor Mauch, CEO at Carrot. Follow Trevor on Instagram or visit his personal site at www.trevormauch.com
Ep7: James Kramer, CEO of Legacy Wireless. Connect with James on Linked In
Ep 9: Dan Miller, Author of the widely acclaimed 48 Days To The Work You Love and No More Mondays. Connect with Dan Miller at 48days.com. Follow Dan Miller on Facebook
Ep 11: Aaron Walker, Businessman and Life Coach, founder and leader of View From the Top & the Iron Sharpens Iron mastermind. Connect with Aaron on Facebook or email him at aaron@viewfromthetop.com.
Ep 13: Dr. Ken Barnes, Author of Redeeming Capitalism. Connect with Ken: Linkedin.
Ep 16 Daniel Jeremiah, A world-class videographer who has honed his craft of telling stories through video.Check out Daniel Jeremiah’s work at danieljeremiah.com. Connect with Daniel on Instagram and YouTube
Ep 18: Jim Cripps, Senior VP of Sales for Absolute Wireless. Connect with Jim at PeopleSalesandProfit.com and BackwardsBowler.com
Ep 20: Henry Kaestner, Growing Tech Start-ups Through Faith, Family, Work, and Fitness. Connect with Henry and his podcast at FaithDrivenEntrepreneur.org. Learn more about Bandwidth and Corporate Chaplains of America
Ep 22: Jeff Brown, An iTunes Top 10 podcast host, mentor, and speaker. Connect with Jeff at readtoleadpodcast.com and podcastguestacademy.com
Ep 24: Monique Clohesy, Finance Director at Cathedral Consulting. Connect with Cathedral Consulting on Facebook.
Ep 26: Jesse Cole, Owner of the Savannah Bananas and Fans First Entertainment. Connect with Jesse Cole at http://findyouryellowtux.com
Jesse Cole is the Owner of the Savannah Bananas and Fans First Entertainment. His mission is to reinvent the game of baseball and teams have welcomed more than 1 million fans to their ballparks selling out over 32 consecutive games! Cole is an in-demand speaker and author of “Find Your Yellow Tux – How to Be Successful by Standing Out” released in January 2018. Cole is also the host of the Business Done Differently Podcast. He’s an expert at developing people and helping them find their story and stand out. If you want to hear powerful storytelling, solid strategies, and life-changing insights, listen in! You won’t be disappointed. Find Jesse Cole on Facebook or at http://findyouryellowtux.com
What you’ll discover:
- 06:30 - Who is the guy in the yellow tux?
- 12:27 - How everyone has something about themselves that makes them stand out.
- 15:53 - Forgetting what other people might think about you.
- 17:54 - Everyone has something that makes them stand out. How are you remarkable? How are you memorable?
- 19:42 - “We over me” Why selfish ambition isn’t sustainable and how to find joy as a leader.
- 24:55 - What Jesse Cole learned from Gary Vaynerchuck and his media team.
- 30:47 - Mentoring and millenials.
- 36:00 - Love is better than like - why you shouldn’t be so focused on the number of followers you have on social media.
- 37:01 - How Savannah Bananas is making massive impact and changing lives through baseball games.
6 key insights from Seth and Jesse’s conversation:
#1: Don’t be afraid to get people’s attention. In a noisy world, in order to make an impact, you’ve got to be remembered. What are you doing to be remembered?
#2: Take small bets. Jesse innovated bit by bit through trying new promotions and strategies.
#3: Choose We over Me. Don’t get to the finish line to find out you’re alone.
#4: How do you build culture? What do you stand for? Talk about it every day and become the “Chief Reminding Officer” of your organization.
#5: Love is better than like. What are you doing to make your clients and your team really love each other?
#6: Connection. Connect with your team and take time to understand them and what makes them tick.
Resources:
- Connect with Jesse Cole at http://findyouryellowtux.com
- Questions for Seth? Send us your feedback at hello@BDRPodcast.com
- If you need help building (or selling) a valuable business, reach out to Cathedral Consulting at info@cathedralconsulting.com
- Pick up your copy of Ambition: Leading With Gratitude
Quotes from this episode:
Before you do any of the great things you stand for, you’ve got to create a tension. - Jesse Cole
Everyone has something that makes them stand out. How are you remarkable? How are you memorable? - Jesse Cole
As a leader, you work for your people, they don’t work for you. - Jesse Cole
Whenever we have challenges, if you start focusing on short-term profits, your long-term values disappear. - Jesse Cole
Don’t get to the finish line only to find out that you’re alone. - Jesse Cole
Want to attract and retain top talent and build a high performing team? When we’re undertaking any project that’s bigger than ourselves, we simply have to work with other people. There’s only so many hours we can work, so we’re always going to need to the help of others to achieve big things. Picking your team is actually one of the most important opportunities for a leader. It’s the team that will make or break us. Seth has spent the over 2 decades building high performing teams and wants to break down what he’s learned in this episode, so you can do the same in your business.
What you’ll learn about:
- 09:33 - The worst way you can build a team.
- 13:43 - Key #1: Aim High- Recruit the best or go after people you believe can truly become great.
- 14:28 - Key #2: Take the lid off. Communicate that a person's role is truly unlimited.
- 15:50 - Key #3: Feed them. Have the capital structure in place to pay and equip them to perform.
- 16:36 - Key #4: Dabble, but don't micro manage.
- 17:51 - Key #5: Express appreciation, because business is personal.
- 18:54 - Key #6: Clear obstacles. Don't control your people, liberate them.
- 20:43 - Key #7: Let them shine. Let them accept the awards you could have accepted.
- 21:51 - Key #8: Offer flexibility.
Resources:
- Questions for Seth? Send us your feedback at hello@BDRPodcast.com
- If you need help building (or selling) a valuable business, reach out to Cathedral Consulting at info@cathedralconsulting.com
- Pick up your copy of Ambition: Leading With Gratitude
In the first of four special episodes, Seth will be guiding us through Cathedral Consulting’s four Pillars Of Excellence and how his team uses them to help businesses scale and build value. The first pillar is one that defines reality, one that every business has to get right. Seth and Monique Clohesy, Director of Cathedral Consulting will be teaching you how you can get your accounting house in order by implementing best practices, so you can begin increasing the value of your business, today.
What you’ll learn about:
- 05:42 - Why every business needs timely, accurate, and relevant accounting information.
- 08:24 - How do I scale a business?
- 13:26 - Small businesses fraud and embezzlement.
- 15:28 - Between bookkeepers, accountants, CPAs, and CFOs… who’s keeping track of the money in your business?
- 22:20 - Which accounting tools or software should you be using?
- 27:48 - From cash accounting to accrual accounting.
- 30:02 - Aligning focus in organizations with multiple business units.
- 34:37 - What’s the point in business Consulting?
Resources:
- Questions for Seth? Send us your feedback at hello@BDRPodcast.com
- If you need help building (or selling) a valuable business, reach out to Cathedral Consulting at info@cathedralconsulting.com
- Pick up your copy of Ambition: Leading With Gratitude
One of the biggest opportunities for impact we have is passing on our values, knowledge, and wisdom to the next generation. Our legacy is the one thing that will stick around long after we’re gone. The decisions we make today and how intentional we are with those who surround us will have tremendous impact, for better or for worse. But, how do we take practical action to make sure that we’re actually investing in a legacy? It’s too easy to stay focused on our own initiatives that we lose sight of what truly matters. That’s why today, we’re going to teach you step-by-step, how you can create a legacy for the people you care about the most.
What you’ll learn about:
- 08:26 - Growing a legacy putting it off being intentional those most important to you
- 11:04 - Practical first steps to ar starting your legacy right now.
- 12:36 - Leaving a legacy centered around virtues.
- 15:12 - How one father’s intentional legacy building gave us John C. Maxwell.
- 17:52 - The powerful legacy that gave us Teddy Roosevelt.
Resources:
- Questions for Seth? Send us your feedback at hello@BDRPodcast.com
- If you need help building (or selling) a valuable business, reach out to Cathedral Consulting at info@cathedralconsulting.com
- Pick up your copy of Ambition: Leading With Gratitude
One of the biggest opportunities for impact we have is passing on our values, knowledge, and wisdom to the next generation. Our legacy is the one thing that will stick around long after we’re gone. The decisions we make today and how intentional we are with those who surround us will have tremendous impact, for better or for worse. But, how do we take practical action to make sure that we’re actually investing in a legacy? It’s too easy to stay focused on our own initiatives that we lose sight of what truly matters. That’s why today, we’re going to teach you step-by-step, how you can create a legacy for the people you care about the most.
What you’ll learn about:
- 08:26 - Growing a legacy putting it off being intentional those most important to you
- 11:04 - Practical first steps to ar starting your legacy right now.
- 12:36 - Leaving a legacy centered around virtues.
- 15:12 - How one father’s intentional legacy building gave us John C. Maxwell.
- 17:52 - The powerful legacy that gave us Teddy Roosevelt.
Resources:
- Questions for Seth? Send us your feedback at hello@BDRPodcast.com
- If you need help building (or selling) a valuable business, reach out to Cathedral Consulting at info@cathedralconsulting.com
- Pick up your copy of Ambition: Leading With Gratitude
Jeff Brown is an iTunes Top 10 podcast host, mentor, and speaker. He’s had the opportunity to interview John Maxwell, Seth Godin, Dan Miller, Daniel Pink, Simon Sinek, and Gary Vaynerchuck. Over the years, he’s learned a thing or two about leadership. Jeff shares with us his unique perspective that can help you achieve breakthrough right now. He shares his insights into the process of becoming an entrepreneur, and a few simple changes we can make to bridge the gap between intention and implementation. Listen in!
What you’ll learn about:
- 12:12 - The main difference between being stuck and getting traction.
- 14:30 - Dynamics for a great mastermind.
- 15:08 - Jeff’s (almost) quitting story: from employee to entrepreneur.
- 20:11 - How Jeff created over 10 income streams using his expertise.
- 28:23 - How to get the most out of what you’re reading.
- 31:02 - The massive impact that journaling made on Jeff's life.
- 32:39 - The one thing the person you look up to is doing in order to be successful.
- 34:46 - To hire or not to hire? Scaling your business without employees.
- 40:00 - Humility & marketing: how do we handle self promotion when it’s necessary?
Resources:
- Connect with Jeff at readtoleadpodcast.com and podcastguestacademy.com
- Questions for Seth? Send us your feedback at hello@BDRPodcast.com
- If you need help building (or selling) a valuable business, reach out to Cathedral Consulting at info@cathedralconsulting.com
- Pick up your copy of Ambition: Leading With Gratitude
“There is no greater cause than the people nearest you who look to you as a leader. Leading with gratitude requires that we break out of the mental model that places us on the white horse, saving the day. We move past the idea that we’re the smartest person in the room and we take on the responsibility of building up the people around us.” - Seth Buechley. This episode is all about growing as a leader, and a huge part of growing as a leader is helping grow the people that surround us.
What you’ll learn about: * 07:07 - Why focusing on others is one of the best things you can do for yourself as a leader. * 09:30 - How to be the mentor you wish you had. * 13:01 - How to be an effective mentor. * 13:26 - The power of words spoken over someone's life. * 14:28 - The impact Seth's Dad made as an intentional mentor. * 16:04 - Grow your team and grow your business by identifying your weaknesses. * 16:52 - The value of overlooked, self-motivated individuals. * 19:14 - Focusing on culture.
Resources: * Listen to Episode 15: Become the Mentor You Always Wanted * Questions for Seth? Send us your feedback at hello@BDRPodcast.com * If you need help building (or selling) a valuable business, reach out to Cathedral Consulting at info@cathedralconsulting.com
Explore the challenges and insights gained scaling from $0 to $300 million in revenue with two start-ups. Seth dives into that journey with Henry Kaestner, Managing Principal in Sovereign's Capital, a private equity venture fund investing with faith-driven entrepreneurs. Prior to co-founding Sovereign's Capital, Henry was co-Founder, previous CEO, and then Chairman of Bandwidth.com (NASDAQ:BAND) and its sister company, Republic Wireless. The founding values of Bandwidth are: Faith, Family, Work, and Fitness (in that order). Over the next 30 minutes, you’ll get to hear his story, his struggles, and how he finds joy and purpose in his work, every day.
What you’ll learn about:
- 11:02 - Lessons from founding and funding Bandwidth.
- 17:35 - Why your employees need to know WHY you do what you do.
- 19:14 - 2 stories of breakthrough with Bandwidth employees.
- 23:43 - Are your employees motivated? 4 things every business needs to motivate someone.
- 26:02 - Your identity as an entrepreneur.
- 29:12 - Mixing ministry and business.
- 31:49 - How Henry stays hungry and focused in his career.
Resources:
- Connect with Henry and his podcast at FaithDrivenEntrepreneur.org
- Henry’s money story... $$$
- Learn more about Bandwidth and Corporate Chaplains of America
- Questions for Seth? Send us your feedback at hello@BDRPodcast.com
- If you need help building (or selling) a valuable business, reach out to Cathedral Consulting at info@cathedralconsulting.com
Do you feel like you should be further along in your career by now? Do you have a sense that you were made for something bigger, but for some reason you just feel stuck? The good news is, you’re not the only one. Seth shares tactics and perspective to become the leader you’re called to be. Enjoy this episode and send us your questions at hello@bdrpodcast.com
What you’ll learn about:
- 08:41 - Committing to personal growth in order to lead others and stay fully charged.
- 09:33 - How perfectionism might be keeping you from your full potential.
- 10:54 - Breaking down 2 common limiting beliefs.
- 13:45 - 3 steps to discovering and growing your strengths...
- 15:40 - #1 The importance of Personality assessments.
- 16:08 - #2 Grow your strengths before patching your weaknesses.
- 17:22 - #3 Look for roles that fit your strengths.
- 17:53 -
How to find a mentor. Check out Episode 15! It’s all about mentorship... what makes a great mentor and how to become one.
Resources:
- If you’d like to have Seth as your personal coach, email us at hello@BDRPodcast.com to receive an application.
- If you need help building (or selling) a valuable business, reach out to Cathedral Consulting at info@cathedralconsulting.com
- Tools for Self-Assessment: StandOut, Myers-Briggs MBTI
Recommended Reading:
- Ambition: Leading with Gratitude by Seth Buechley
- The War of Art by Steven Pressfield
Jim Cripps knows has successfully built a valuable business around people and culture. As Senior VP of Sales for Absolute Wireless, he has helped earn the company the award of Nashville’s fastest-growing business for 4 consecutive years. This interview is tactical and inspiring. We’ll cover some of the biggest issues businesses face in hiring, retaining, and growing millennials, incentivizing a sales team, and much more. Jim’s strategies are surprisingly simple and can be implemented in your own business today. Oh! Lastly, Jim also happens to hold a Guinness World Record. We’ll uncover that, too.
What you’ll learn about:
- 06:47 - The 5 core values that drive Nashville’s fastest-growing business.
- 08:15 - How to build a strong team and culture through respect and transparency.
- 12:38 - Growing from 13 to 33 retail stores in just 4 months.
- 14:25 - The misconceptions around millennials, America’s largest workforce demographic & how to hire and train them for success.
- 17:09 - Practical and effective steps to build your own "warrior team" and give beyond the paycheck.
- 23:37 - The best way to fire or release an employee.
- 33:31 - The value of having a game plan and coaching your employees like a sports team.
- 36:42 - Why Jim would've fired his younger self.
- 40:57 - The best method for incentivizing your salespeople.
- 43:53 - Breaking down the values behind Absolute Wireless's rapid growth.
- 44:57 - How self-care impacts your level of success. “You can’t lead people properly if you’re not leading yourself well" - Jim Cripps
- 50:16 - Learn which Guinness World Record Jim Cripps holds!
Resources:
- Connect with Jim at PeopleSalesandProfit.com and BackwardsBowler.com
- Questions for Seth? Send us your feedback at hello@BDRPodcast.com
- If you need help building (or selling) a valuable business, reach out to Cathedral Consulting at info@cathedralconsulting.com
Recommended Reading:
- Gear Shift by Chris Wineberg
- Entreleadership by Dave Ramsey
- Ambition: Leading With Gratitude by Seth Buechley
No matter our job title, demographic, or financial status, we all seek to find our deeper calling in life. Many of us spend years diligently chasing after goals, only to be left with a feeling of wanting more when we finally achieve them. In this episode, Seth shares his insights from Chapter 7 of his book AMBITION: Leading with Gratitude. If you’re tired of life the way it is and want to experience change, listen to this episode. Hit the reset button on reality, find emotional stability, and become the leader you were born to be.
What you’ll learn about:
- 06:37 - Take control of your ambition and stop being driven by your life.
- 10:14 - Change the way you set your goals and stop setting yourself up for failure.
- 13:24 - Why “giving up” on obtaining greatness might be the best thing for you.
- 16:35 - How to find your purpose and practice the art of quitting.
Resources:
- Questions for Seth? Email him at hello@BDRPodcast.com
- Ambition: Leading With Gratitude on Amazon.com
- If you need help building (or selling) a valuable business, reach out to Cathedral Consulting at info@cathedralconsulting.com
Daniel Jeremiah is ambitious. Once a part-time barista, Daniel quickly climbed the corporate ladder of Dutch Bros. Coffee (America’s fastest-growing coffee franchise) to become their Vice President of Marketing. After landing what seemed like his dream job, he decided to take a leap of faith, leaving Dutch Bros to become a solopreneur. You’ll get a behind the scenes look into what it’s like to be a part of a team growing a half-billion dollar brand. You’ll also hear how Daniel pursued his passions as an employee, while simultaneously building towards a valuable business as a freelancer. Daniel is a world-class videographer who has honed his craft of telling stories through video. His story is inspiring and will challenge you on many levels. Check out his work at http://danieljeremiah.com/.
What you’ll learn about:
- 09:17 - Change your career path with goal-setting, mentorship, and intentionality.
- 11:50 - Building a strong brand for a half-billion dollar business.
- 14:32 - Why focusing on money might cause you to miss your passion and purpose.
- 18:35 - What Daniel realized when he hit his goal of making $100k in a year.
- 20:59 - Living out an authentic faith in life and business.
- 23:05 - Overcoming the fear of leaving your job to become a full-time freelancer.
- 27:01 - How training up your "competition" can be a financially and emotionally rewarding investment.
- 32:45 - Learn how to thrive as a new entrepreneur with self-management & setting boundaries.
- 36:26 - Work with mission, purpose, and impact as an employee or entrepreneur.
Resources:
- Check out Daniel Jeremiah’s work at danieljeremiah.com
- Connect with Daniel on Instagram and YouTube
- Questions for Seth? Email him at hello@BDRPodcast.com
- Ambition: Leading With Gratitude on Amazon.com
If you’re not actively mentoring, you’re missing out on one of the most rewarding experiences life has to offer. Mentoring doesn’t have to be awkward or even complicated. In this episode, Seth teaches how you can become the mentor you wish you had. Learn what makes a great mentor so you can find a mentor for yourself and become the kind of mentor people trust to help them with life’s most important decisions.
What you’ll learn about:
- 03:10 - Early capitalism and looking out for each other.
- 07:40 - What the word “mentor” really means.
- 09:55 - The 4 core characteristics of a great mentor.
- 15:57 - Why Jesus was the model for an ideal mentor.
- 18:52 - Peer networking groups and getting real with others.
- 21:00 - How to become the mentor you wish you had.
- 22:26 - How to walk in your authority.
- 26:38 - The simple secret behind the best mentoring.
Resources:
- Questions for Seth? Email him at hello@BDRPodcast.com
- Follow Seth on Facebook
- Ambition: Leading With Gratitude on Amazon.com
- Iron Sharpens Iron Mastermind Experience
It’s no longer a secret... too many of us entrepreneurs struggle to find happiness and fulfillment in our careers. Our insatiable appetite for success can leave us with a feeling of dissatisfaction. But, what if there was something you could do everyday to fix that, while still pursuing your passions? Listen to this episode and find out how Seth finds fulfillment in work and life, as a husband and CEO.
What you’ll learn about:
- 05:50 - The simple truth behind why you “can’t get no satisfaction”.
- 08:30 - Practical steps to becoming more grateful.
- 12:12 - Seth’s personal gratitude adjustment routine.
- 19:40 - How to discover an abundance mindset.
- 22:30 - What the studies show about people with happier lives.
Resources:
- Questions for Seth? Email him at hello@BDRPodcast.com
- Ambition: Leading With Gratitude on Amazon.com
Ken Barnes is the author of Redeeming Capitalism. He has spent most of his years as a senior international business executive, balancing life in the corporate world with duties as an ordained minister and theological scholar. He has done business on 6 continents and currently holds 4 advanced degrees in biblical studies. Ken shares with us how we can create flourishing capitalism by taking a hard look at our own lives and businesses.
What you’ll learn about:
- 13:40 - How capitalism reflects the morality of the culture in which it operates.
- 16:35 - Ethical egoism: why law and customs can’t be substituted for ethics.
- 18:28 - How our businesses can benefit from cardinal values that helped form early capitalism.
- 21:30 - Giving yourself permission to want and tying your want to something bigger.
- 25:43 - Short-termism: How to make long-term investments and leave a bigger impact
- 34:48 - The “treadmill” of wealth accumulation, how much is enough.
- 38:30 - America's Migration from traditional to post-modern capitalism.
- 43:20 - How can we help redeem capitalism?
Links & Resources:
- Connect with Ken: Linkedin or www.redeemingcapitalism.org
- Amazon: Redeeming Capitalism by Kenneth Barnes
Don’t wait until you’ve already achieved your goals to start preparing for success. If you’re anything like Seth, driven and highly-ambitious, then you can’t afford to miss these key insights. Hear what Seth has learned along his journey, so you can avoid making the same mistakes. We’ll learn some of the challenges of what it’s like going from owning a business to becoming an investor. This episode is about preparing yourself for wealth that is ahead of you and life’s many major transitions. If we want wealth without troubles, we must first learn to be good stewards of what we have and not get caught in the trap of comparison.
“Comparison is the thief of joy” - Teddy Roosevelt
What you’ll learn about:
- 14:30 - What happens when we reach our goals.
- 17:00 - The 4 stages of Sudden wealth Syndrome: Honeymoon, Wealth acceptance, Identity Consolidation, and Stewardship.
- 20:30 - How to manage through major transitions.
- 23:40 - What is affluenza?
- 26:40 - The reality of living a life of comparison.
Links & Resources:
- Order this month and get your signed copy of Ambition: Leading with Gratitude. Email us below!
- Questions? Email Seth at hello@BDRPodcast.com
- globalrichlist.com - Find out how you compare financially to the rest of the world.
- Connect with Henry Kaestner at sovereignscapital.com
Recommended books:
- Cashflow Quadrant by Robert Kiyosaki
- Managing Transitions by William Bridges
- Getting Things Done by David Allen
Businessman and Life Coach, Aaron Walker, has inspired many through his leadership, mentorship, and consistent pursuit of excellence. He enjoys helping others and believes experience is a great teacher. Aaron is the founder and leader of View From the Top & the Iron Sharpens Iron mastermind and has been featured as a guest on Entrepreneurs on Fire podcast with John Lee Dumas. He started his first of 8 businesses at the age of 18. At age 27 he sold to a Fortune 500 Company for well over $1 million. Over 39 years of entrepreneurship and marriage have given Aaron a wealth of experience, which he shares with us on this very special episode of the Business Done Right podcast.
What you’ll learn about:
- 11:35 - Live one life with no separation between work and faith.
- 14:50 - Hire to your weaknesses, not your strengths.
- 16:10 - Do what your good at and what gives you energy.
- 20:30 - What might you be lying to yourself about?
- 26:45 - Preventative maintenance in business.
- 30:05 - Build an international network by developing a giving mindset.
- 33:20 - Why your spouse might be the most valuable asset to your business.
- 37:30 - What Aaron would’ve missed if it weren’t for joining a mastermind.
Links & Resources:
- Check out www.ViewFromtheTop.com for more free resources from Aaron Walker.
- Connect with Aaron on Facebook or email him at aaron@viewfromthetop.com
- Interested in Aaron’s Iron Sharpens Iron mastermind? Check it out here.
- Download the Energy Audit from Trevor Mauch (Learn more on Episode 5)
- Books from this Episode:
- View From the Top by Aaron Walker
- The One Thing by Gary Keller with Jay Papasan
- Think & Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill
As human beings, it’s important to understand that every positive character trait we possess has an accompanying negative trait. As entrepreneurs, it’s important that we’re aware of these negative traits so we can deal with them proactively. This is crucial to not only our success but our overall health and quality of life, In Chapter 4 of Ambition: Leading with Gratitude, Seth methodically breaks down who we are as entrepreneurs and reveals these enigmatic negative traits.
What you’ll learn about:
- 09:35 - Every positive character trait has an accompanying negative trait.
- 10:20 - The secret behind Theodore Roosevelt's massive success.
- 15:15 - Entrepreneurs are bold.
- 13:30 - Entrepreneurs are determined.
- 16:00 - Entrepreneurs are goal-oriented...
- 17:25 - Entrepreneurs have a high rejection tolerance.
- 18:25 - Entrepreneurs are rules-averse.
- 19:50 - Entrepreneurs are independent.
- 20:35 - Entrepreneurs are curious.
- 21:15 - Entrepreneurs are under-resourced.
- 22:25 - Entrepreneurs are ambitious
Links & Resources:
- Have questions? We’d love to hear from you! Email us directly at hello@BDRPodcast.com
- Order your copy of Ambition: Leading With Gratitude on Amazon.com
Dan Miller is the author of the widely acclaimed 48 Days To The Work You Love and No More Mondays. He has been a guest on CBS’ ‘The Early Show,’ MSNBC’s ‘Hardball with Chris Matthews, and ‘Fox Business News with Dave Ramsey’…to hit some highlights. In this nugget-packed interview, Dan shares his best insights on topics that are often overlooked in the business realm. Join us and take a look into the mind of a guru and learn how to start doing more meaningful work, right now. Check out the show notes at bdrpodcast.com for additional resources.
What you'll learn:
- 5:25 Dan’s biggest takeaways from attending and speaking at Podcast Movement 2018.
- 7:20 Personal development as a budget line item - start investing 3-5% of your total income back into personal development.
- 13:20 How to stop measuring up to other people’s expectations.
- 17:40 Using personality and gifting assessments as tools for living life well.
- 22:15 Why you won’t reach your full potential without a coach.
- 26:45 What to look for in a coach - someone with a proven area of expertise in where you want to grow.
- 29:25 What is a mastermind? What makes a great one?
- 33:15 The 3 levels of mentoring you need in your life at all times.
- 34:20 The 3 things you need to consider when choosing your mentor.
- 36:40 Business with family: the benefits and potential pitfalls
- 40:40 How offsite retreats can help your team achieve effective, deep, meaningful work.
- 51:00 Going beyond your job and repurposing your message to create significant income.
Links & Resources:
- Connect with Dan Miller at 48days.com
- Follow Dan on Facebook
- Pick up your copy of 48 Days to the Work You Love
- For one-on-one coaching with Seth, email us at info@cathedralconsulting.com
“Disappointment is tied to expectation. How we experience satisfaction is tied directly to the expectations we set for ourselves. The more thoughtful, open, and realistic we are with the expectations we set for ourselves, the higher our level of satisfaction can be. Stated simply, satisfaction is having our expectations met.” Join us In Episode 8 as Seth dives into Chapter 3 of Ambition: Leading with Gratitude. Don’t let yourself go one more day without getting the knowledge you need in order to live every day with true satisfaction.
What you’ll learn about:
- 02:40 - Moment of Truth
- 05:12 - Chapter 3 of Ambition: Leading with Gratitude
- 08:10 - How to harness your ambition
- 09:40 - The key to satisfaction and learning to say no
- 15:55 - Wise counsel - the benefit of outside perspective on your business
- 19:35 - The Business Done Right assessment
Links & Resources:
- Call us at (917) 510-4688 or email info@cathedralconsulting.com for your free discovery call!
- For free leadership-focused content, subscribe to our newsletter at bdrpodcast.com.
- Ambition: Leading with gratitude is available on Amazon.com
James Kramer is the President of Legacy Wireless, the largest privately held wireless services and tower construction company in the Northwest. He’s strategically built this multi-million dollar business that runs without his day-to-day involvement. Tune in to hear the decisions and details made this possible for him, so you can apply them to your own business.
What you’ll learn about:
- 03:00 - Moment of Truth - Don’t overlook the treasures around you
- 11:30 - How to differentiate and stay relevant in an evolving industry: Hire good people, provide a culture of empowerment, and communicate well
- 13:25 - Why you need a mission and vision statement and more importantly a plan to execute
- 16:00 - Are you bringing the value and are you charging enough? Listen to James’ pricing philosophy
- 20:55 - Solopreneurship vs. business partners
- 23:00 - The nitty-gritty on how James created a business that runs without him
- 32:20 - College vs Trades
- 34:20 - How James’s business and faith intersect
Links & Resources:
- Get in touch with James
- NPR: High-Paying Trade Jobs Sit Empty, While High School Grads Line Up For University
“Almost always anxious” was Seth’s self-diagnosis that I’m sure many of us can relate to. Being an ambitious person and having audacious goals certainly comes with its struggles. In Chapter 2 of his book Ambition: Leading with Gratitude, Seth’s going to be sharing his story on the pivotal moments that led up to this realization and what mindset shifts he made to overcome it.
What you’ll learn about:
- 02:16 - The impact of intentional positivity
- 03:33 - The impact our words have on those following us
- 05:45 - Moment of Truth: The path from burdened to joyful.
- 09:30 - Chapter 2: A Great Divide
- 12:15 - Stasists vs. Dynamists
- 18:45 - What to do if you’re “Almost Always Anxious
Links and resources:
- The Future and it’s Enemies: The Growing Conflict Over Creativity, Enterprise, and Progress by Virginia Postrel
- To get your signed copy of Ambition: Leading with Gratitude visit BDRPodcast.com
- Read Psalm 32 (verse 8)
- If your business is in need of guidance, reach out to Cathedral Consulting: info@cathedralconsulting.com
“Do something that fuels you every day. Build a business that you're passionate about. Develop a mindset that pushes you to where you want to be.” Trevor Mauch is the CEO of Carrot, one of the fastest growing companies in America (top 20 in Oregon) that is well into the 7 figures per year in net-profits with an insanely amazing team of passionate people on a big mission. Trevor was also recently was named one of the Portland Business Journals “40 Under 40”. We recently had the opportunity to speak with Trevor about his entrepreneurial journey and how he very intentionally and unconventionally built his near $6-million business, one that aligns with his passions and unique abilities, on 5 non-negotiables and 9 core values. Learn from a guru and avoid creating a business you hate. Set your non-negotiables and build a business that earns you freedom, flexibility, and the ability leave an impact. His story is real and authentic and his insight is invaluable. Give it a listen, apply what you learn, and share it with a friend. Thanks for listening!
- 02:16 - Moment of Truth - When is fear a good thing?
- 06:11 - The interview with Trevor Mauch, CEO of a $6 million SaaS company
- 10:46 - Creating a job vs. a business
- 14:45 - Trevor’s visit to Gary Vaynerchuck’s first paid speaking gig
- 16:55 - The best and worst advice on starting a business around your passion
- 21:50 - “Just in case learning” vs. “Just in time learning”. Don’t let too much preparation become procrastination.
- 24:32 - How do you foster a mindset that propels you to the future and pushes you to your potential?
- 27:20 - Visualizing your future: a very simple and effective exercise to help you get from being unhappy and unfulfilled to leading your dream life.
- 34:17 - Preserving relationships while still having the tough conversations.
- 39:30 - The four “Pillars of Excellence” that Cathedral Consulting uses to help their clients
- 45:08 - Marketing insights for consistent, predictable income
Links & Resources:
- Learn more about Trevor’s company, Carrot, at oncarrot.com/about
- Visit his personal site at www.trevormauch.com
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Trevor’s 5 Non-Negotiables in Business:
- Singular focus on the BIG thing
- Have fun and have a big mission that you believe in at your core
- Be consistent and predictable
- Build a long-term valuable asset
- Find your purpose. Live and work within your unique abilities.
Books that Seth recommends:
- Think and Grow Rich by James Whittaker
- The Master Key System by Charles F. Haanel
- The Automatic Customer by John Worlow
- The 12-week year by Brian Moran
If your business is in need of guidance, reach out to Seth and his team at info@cathedralconsulting.com
This isn't an episode you want to miss! In episode four, we get to listen in on a speech that Seth gives to a group of leaders at a high-tech company in the Northwest. It’s full of nuggets of wisdom that will save you from making some of the same costly mistakes Seth did early in his career. We will learn very practical steps on how ambitious high-achievers can be satisfied, too. It’s time to reach for your potential, impact your world, and leave a legacy... This is your gratitude adjustment.
- 02:33 - Moment of Truth - Valuing all that you’ve been given
- 10:22 - “Sudden Wealth Syndrome”
- 14:27 - The two reasons that entrepreneurs struggle to feel satisfaction
- 16:13 - The one powerful and simple habit that will change your entire outlook on life
- 19:53 - Learn the recipe for “The Happiness Pie”
- 23:34 - The three-part framework for living a fulfilling life… this is gold.
- 28:41 - Leaving of a legacy
Links & Resources:
- Read Genesis: The story of Jacob & Esau
- Discover how to lead with Gratitude. Grab your copy of Ambition HERE!
- If you’re business is in need of guidance, connect with us at Cathedral Consulting.
How big is your God? How close is your God? We hope that this episode leaves you feeling encouraged as we explore God's character and how our relationship with him impacts not only our lives, but our businesses as well.
- 12:07 - Is it possible for ethics to be relative?
- 16:25 - Learn what separates the Bible from all other books of faith
- 17:15 - Who is God and what is he like?
- 22:20 - How your business is directly impacted by your view of God.
- 24:50 - The advantage we have over the people that lived around Jesus
- 28:40 - Maintaining perspective while looking forward
Links & Resources:
- Read James 4:13-15
- Discover how to lead with Gratitude. Grab your copy of Ambition HERE!
- If you’re business is in need of guidance, connect with us at Cathedral Consulting.
Why do we often struggle to feel a sense of satisfaction, no matter how much we achieve? Is happiness just a mythical place around the corner for ambitious people? Join us for the second episode of the Business Done Right podcast as Seth tackles these two questions and offers valuable insights on how to carve your own unique path to financial and professional success!
- 03:20 - Maintaining discipline during unexpected challenges
- 06:40 - A commune in the woods...
- 08:15 - How to avoid being driven by your dysfunction
- 10:37 - How being a "grievance collector" might be harming you
- 14:21 - Carving your own unique path to financial and professional success
- 17:06 - From commune to boardroom: Seth's first multimillion-dollar exit
- 20:57 - Next episode: What it means to do business in God's world
Links & Resources:
- The Wall Street Journal: School Is Expensive. Is It Worth It?
- Discover how to lead with Gratitude. Grab your copy of Ambition HERE!
- If your business is in need of guidance, connect with us at Cathedral Consulting.
- Read Daniel, Chapter 6
What does it mean to do business right? What is success? Is God even interested in our businesses? Join your host, Seth Buechley, on the very first episode of the Business Done Right podcast as he unpacks these questions while sharing observations and applications from God’s instruction manual for a truly successful life and business.
- 3:20 - Moment of Truth - How we can gain perspective on the gap between our perceptions and what we know is true by looking at Psalm 73.
- 07:45 - The conversation between Seth and his mentor that changed the trajectory of his life.
- 13:38 - The dangerous illusion of material success.
- 16:00 - How we define success matters...is it about the outcome or the process?
- 20:09 - Growing a tech company from $1 million to $60 million in revenue and Seth’s journey from client to CEO of Cathedral Consulting.
- 24:46 - Next episode sneak preview: More of how Seth’s entrepreneurial journey started, including growing up in a commune, skipping college, and building & selling a public company while in his twenties.
Links & Resources:
- Discover how to lead with Gratitude. Grab your copy of Ambition HERE!
- If you’re business is in need of guidance, connect with us at Cathedral Consulting.
- Read Psalm 73
- Read Joshua 1:8