Everyday Business Leader: Recent Episodes
Gregory Gray
Everyday Business Leader is a weekly world-wide podcast for leaders seeking excellence. The show is produced by Gray.University, a leading educational community for aspiring leaders. We believe leaders should influence and inspire excellence in business and life for their teams and the next generation of leaders. Podcasts we produce are typically topic based solos. If you want a specific question or topic addressed, then please submit your ideas to office@Gray.University.
It is always the time to lead your team proactively and with certainty. Be an intentionally optimistic leader.
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Why silos are bad for your business...
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How to make your Vision Story come to life!
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Cash will not solve this...
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Do you have a crafted, written Vision Story? This is one of the keys to living the lifestyle you and your family desire. It's also they way to ensure you get pointed to "WHERE" you should be going.
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Do your employees care? Do you know for sure? What are you doing to build a team that cares about your business and your mission as much as you? Listen in to our conversation with Elizabeth to learn how.
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Commitment requires investment. Without deciding what you are willing to invest, you cannot be fully committed.
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Leaders admit when they are wrong and take FULL responsibility. Without doing this, they erode trust and lose respect.
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Rocky Lalvani is the Profit Answer Man. He is my go to guy for small business financial wisdom. Listen and enjoy the conversation as he tells us how to increase profits.
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Joel (pronounced Joe L) Louis is THE funnel master. Listen in to understand what a funnel is and why every business needs one or maybe more than one.
If I were starting a business today, and I am starting another soon...more to come on that...this is where I would start.
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Courage takes place in the presence of fear. Grow a faith larger than fear and move forward through action.
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Listen and learn about the differences between an employee and an independent contractor. This is very important to get right. Nance does a great job walking us through this seemingly complicated subject.
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If you want to build a business that runs without YOU, listen to the conversation that Skylar Lewis and I have about his journey. It is textbook. It is literally how we guide you at Business Owner Freedom.
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How you think, speak and act is crucial to achieving the success you desire.
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You are one awkward conversation away from solving the issue that is keeping you up at night. Have that conversation today!
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The Process is the Product. Until you realize this and act on this, you will miss some great advantages in your business.
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Growth cannot occur without change. if we aren't changing, we aren't growing.
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A leader should lead in such a way, that even if you don't agree with them, you can respect them.
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Listen in to my conversation with Wayne Mullins of Ugly Mug Marketing. We walk through the stages of a business and then how to build evangelists for your business. he teaches us how to differentiate ourselves and our brand. Listen in!
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Episode 100 is a mixture of 'loves' for me. I love small business and i love my cows :). Listen and understand how you business is like a cow - they are both living entities - and what you need to be focusing on.
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Rich Allen brings us a clear way to understand the principles of business - the bike. Listen in to the clarity he brings us. You will enjoy this!
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Join me today in a discussion with John Nemo. He outlines for us the way to grow business to business without ads!
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Your Health is one of the best investments you can make for your business.
If you want to invest in something that not only helps you directly, but also adds value to your business, invest in your health. It will give yo the energy and stamina to do what needs to be done, while working on your business.
Health starts with mindset.
Kari talks with us about how learning, deciding and then taking action is the key to changing your health journey. You can either decide to change, which is what we recommend OR an event may force you to change. That is what happened to me in 2017. I had no choice but to change. I was stopped in my tracks and had to make smart choices quickly.
She gives us her five step formula.
This formula is what I eventually figured out on my own. I wish I had access to her and her course then. Well, you do. I suggest you fin our more form her if you are interested in changing or need to change due to some health issues.
Go to the quiz she mentions and start your journey.
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SURVIVE or THRIVE? You have a choice you need to make. It will set you up or knock you backwards. Yes, we all want to survive, however we can't live there long. We were meant to thrive!
"Which will you choose?" Gregory Gray
If you truly desire to create a new vision now, and THRIVE, join us at https://BusinessOwnerFreedom/VisionStory.
It is at no charge for you to go through our course that launches on Friday, April 10th. Join now!
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FEAR - are you experiencing anxiety with a pending recession, the coronavirus, business worries, employee troubles, customer concerns, family matters....? We talk about where to begin, which is with our thoughts. We must handle anxiety when it comes our way. We have to step through the fear and take action.
"What is it going to take?" Tevis Trower
Tevis walks us through how to combat these thoughts. She talks about our baseline fear of survival and how that drives our thoughts. We have to listen to the voice of wisdom. In the end, we have one life to live and give.
"No one here gets out alive." Jim Morrison, The Doors
It may sound unrelated, but we talk about self-respect and self-care and how that plays a central part in dealing with fear. Listen in an enjoy the conversation.
"Do or do not, there is no try". Yoda
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Do you have beliefs that need to be broken so you can find the breakthrough that you need so you can meet your purpose in life? Listen in to Greg Yates' story to find out how a super 'successful' guy had to be broken to find his true breakthrough.
"I needed the business more than the business needed me." Greg Yates
Greg had up to 14 companies at one time. He even retired at 37 and contemplated his future. He got busy again and by the world's definition was super successful.
"Everything in my life is taking me where God intended me to go." Greg Yates
After being incarcerated and hitting the proverbial rock bottom, his beliefs were broken wide open. He has diligently and intentionally rebuilt proper beliefs. Listen in and find out how.
He is now helping the world through his mess turned into a message. I know he has impacted me in a positive way. He may just strike a cord with you as well. Listen to his powerful story.
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It truly is an inside job, isn't it? When we realize this and focus on this, everything can change for the better. We may very well be sabotaging on purpose.
"Either you learn enough to where you want to change,
or you hurt enough to where you have to change."
Align your inner world to the success you want in the outer world. Success in one area doesn't necessarily translate to other areas. We have to take ownership to change these things.
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Legacy - a word that has different meanings to different people. When you think of your legacy, what does it mean to you? How would you define it? Mark Delaney helps us answer what legacy means and how we can obtain it.
Listen to this conversation with open ears and an open mind. The gold Mark hands to us may just change your life as it has mine. He will teach us why we may just be one awkward conversation away from our lasting legacy.
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Stress, overwhelm and burnout - they have ruled the lives of many business owners. I for one had to look into the eyes of burnout and face it head on. Man o' man did I learn some important lessons.
Listen to my conversation with Sheila Southerland as she takes us on a journey she went on as she reinvented herself. She teaches us how to focus on the right things so we can escape the false belief that 'self care is selfish'. It is not only not selfish but necessary for you, your business and your people. Listen in!
Get in contact with Sheila at Reignite Your Purpose.
Affiliate link to the book 'Who Moved My Cheese'.
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We hear every day how video is the key to business growth. Video persuasion is the new frontier for each of us in the world of building trust with an audience that wants to buy from us. It is something we cannot ignore. As a matter of fact, we need to master video.
Rick Cesari is a direct response video pioneer. He has touched many brands that are household names. In this conversation he teaches us how to grow our video persuasion. I have focused my business strategy in 2020 on video. I am all in - listen and find out why.
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Affiliate link to Influence by Robert Cialdini
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Darcy Sullivan is a marketing expert and the President of Propel Marketing and Design. She guides us through the key aspects of what it takes to set up your company's marketing process correctly.
I personally can testify to Ready. Set. Rank., her program for doing it yourself. It was a great educational and implementation experience. If you are looking for guidance with your marketing reach out to Darcy and team.
To reach Darcy go here.
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For additional insights and links about the episode go to www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com. While you are there be sure to join our community. We look forward to getting to know you.
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Scott Reib is the founder of Next Level Legal Coaching and Senior Attorney at Reib Law. Our conversation will help you answer the question - "Is your business shatterproof?"
Scott is an excellent attorney with a legal mind for small business. Listen to his suggestions and recommendations to protect and grow your business.
To reach Scott's free offer to you click here.
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For additional insights and links about the episode go to www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com. While you are there be sure to join our community. We look forward to getting to know you.
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Gary Brackett is a champion, no question. Listen to us speak about what it takes to be a champion, specifically in business. He overcame amazing odds to become a champion in football and he continues this course as he is becoming a business champion.
Gary has a heart of a champion and the determination of a lion. He will continue to succeed in business and life. Follow him as you grow and learn.
To reach Gary click here.
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If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes. We are preparing more episodes, so join us again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Business Owner Freedom Podcast!
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Liz Germain is the go to expert on YouTube. I follow her closely and consider her my YouTube coach. You should listen to her advice in this episode as it is an extraordinary conversation.
If you are not using YouTube for your business, you are missing out. At the very least you need to consider it. Listen, take notes and implement!
You can reach Liz for more information at LizDoesVideo.com
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Sonny Hobbs is the Founder of Culleoka Company, a natural based solutions business. He previously was the Founder and CEO of Cannon Industrial Products, which he recently sold. Learn from him as he takes us through his journey of growing a business. He speaks to us about being vulnerable to grow ourselves and our business. You will learn much from this conversation.
Affiliate links for the books we discuss in the episode:
How the Mighty Fall, Jim Collins
Dig Your Well Before You're Thirsty, Harvey Mackay
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Business Owner Freedom book
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Transform Your Business to Create the Lifestyle You Desire
The Business Owner Freedom book is live on your favorite book sellers now! The book is what we coach business owners through to find freedom with their business and in their lives.
This is the amazon affilate link to Business Owner Freedom.
Enjoy the free resources that come along with the book. For those that pre-ordered or signed up for the waiting list, you have some bonuses coming to you. More to come about that!
Enjoy the Journey!
Steve Gordon, Founder of The Unstoppable CEO, walks us through customer orbits. Especially for high ticket sales, this episode delivers. Steve brings a clear understanding of how important this is to understand and why this can make a difference in the growth of your business.
Reach out to Steve here for his free resources
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Business Owner Freedom book
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Brandon Vaughn, CEO of Automate Grow Sell, talks with us about why business is like a teeter-totter. His experiences in buying, growing and selling businesses is extraordinary. You will thoroughly enjoy the insight he brings to us. If you are a service based business, you especially need to listen in.
This is an affiliate link to the book he mentioned on amazon:
E-Myth
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Alex Castro, CEO of M Corp, is an Information Technology and Business Strategy expert. Listen in to learn about measurements, execution and winning!
This is an affiliate link to his book on amazon:
Measure, Execute, Win
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Jennifer Garrett is very accomplished with experiences such as being a JAG (Judge Advocate) and a Fortune 100 Executive, as well as being a Boundary-pusher. She teaches us today about how to move the ball in our business.
This is an affiliate link to her book on amazon:
Move the Ball
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Ric Lindberg is a technical wiz and yet an empathy and connection expert. Those two things don't often come packaged together. Listen to our conversation about how connection and data do actually belong together.
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Tom Libelt tells us why we shouldn't be listening to the experts with regards to our marketing. Specifically, he means a platform expert. As Tom is an expert of sorts in the industry, he shows us how to choose the right channel for our business. I found this conversation very helpful.
For additional insights and links about the episode go to www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com. While you are there be sure to join our community. We look forward to getting to know you.
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We speak with Andy Paul about how to serve others through selling. We even discuss a movie about selling and a book he recommends. We discuss the BALD Formula and the MICE Formula as well. Listen in and learn how those of us who don't like to sell can actually do so without 'selling'.
For additional insights and links about the episode go to www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com. While you are there be sure to join our community. We look forward to getting to know you.
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Derek Champagne speaks with us about telling our story and finding our identity. He is a creative guy using his fabulous skills building businesses and nuturing people.
We talk about building a legacy and living our real value among other things. We also reference some great books and other resources. Check out the show notes for more information.
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Michelle Williams, Founder of Scarlet Thread Consulting and a Profit First Certified Coach, takes us on a journey of how "owning' your business is the first step to profits.
"Every choice leads to or away from profitability." - Michelle Williams
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Kayse Morris is a former teacher turned entrepreneur. She is lighting up the world with her podcast and insta stories. Listen in as she shares with us some great insights into marketing your business on social media. I said it in the episode, and I'll say it again here... Kayse is a shooting star and we will remember back to when she was in the beginning of her journey, as this episode captures. Learn from her and then go take action!
For additional insights and links about the episode go to www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com. While you are there be sure to join our community. We look forward to getting to know you.
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Shane Walker walks us through some very important points about our businesses, while sharing his journey. Listen in and learn from an entrepreneur who has been through the process of starting and growing businesses many times.
We touched on these things and more in the episode:
- How legacy begets legacy
- The impact of fear
- Pursuing Freedom by building a system
- The challenge of building a tribe
- Financial disciplines
- Changing behaviors
- The Proactive Budget software
- Identifying the why
For additional insights go to www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com to join our community. We look forward to getting to know you.
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The Power of Focus will move your business and life to the next level. In the book The ONE Thing, Gary Keller speaks to finding the one thing you should be working on right now. Listen in to learn how you can benefit from this.
The books mentioned:
The ONE Thing
The Greatest Salesman in the World
The Greatest Miracle in the World
The notes are in our blog at www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com.
Go here to apply for the Business Owner Freedom Mastermind. It will change your business and life. Get out of isolation and join now!
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If you have questions or show subject suggestions, you can submit those via email to askgreg@gregorygray.com.
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Special Episode as 'We Remember'. Let us each use our Freedom to do great work in this world.
Communication - Part 8 and final episode of a multi episode Masterclass on Communication. You will want to listen in and take action on each of these episodes as we progress. It very well may change your business and change your life!
The notes are in our blog at www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com.
Go here to apply for the Business Owner Freedom Mastermind. It will change your business and life. Get out of isolation and join now!
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If you have questions or show subject suggestions, you can submit those via email to askgreg@gregorygray.com.
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This is a great episode about the power of systematization and hiring key people. It will truly lead to your growth and freedom. Listen to the first hand experience of Matt Johnson and how he leveraged his business to build the lifestyle he loves.
"Where do I change the outcome?" - Matt Johnson
We touched on these things and more in the episode:
- How building a team and systems are the keys to success.
- The first step to freedom was...
- Why focus is also a key.
- Be a system builder or hire a system builder
- Find your key roles and delegate the rest.
- How to determine the niche you need to fill.
- Shift what you talk about to beliefs and values.
"You have to let go to grow" - Greg
"Also say no to grow" = Matt
Listen to Matt at the YOUx Podcast
Books mentioned:
Rocket Fuel
Scale
All Life Is Problem Solving
For additional insights go to www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com to join our community. We look forward to getting to know you.
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Communication - Part 7 of a multi episode Masterclass on Communication. You will want to listen in and take action on each of these episodes as we progress. It very well may change your business and change your life!
The notes are in our blog at www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com.
Go here to apply for the Business Owner Freedom Mastermind. It will change your business and life. Get out of isolation and join now!
Connect with Business Owner Freedom:
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If you have questions or show subject suggestions, you can submit those via email to askgreg@gregorygray.com.
If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes. We have prepared more episodes for the upcoming weeks, so join us again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Business Owner Freedom Podcast!
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This conversation with Logan Rena touched me in my inner being. She coached me during our conversation and gave me so much to not only think about but to implement change.
Listen in and let me know if she doesn't impact you as well. Seriously, reach out to me at AskGreg@GregoryGray.com and let me know what you thought of this episode. We want to hear from you!
"Choosing Joy Everyday" - Logan Rena
We touched on these things and more in the episode:
- Who was I...?
- Learn to trust yourself again
- Success or purpose
- Prioritizing correctly
- Purpose time - push up and jumping jacks
- It is really about mindset
- "Fear is cool" - choose purpose and gift over fear
- Pick one thing and master it before moving on
- Say 'no' with a period
- Self-love is not selfish
- Forgiving yourself
- Write vows to yourself
"Your soul can only receive what it believes" - Logan Rena
Contact Logan Rena
Also check her out on Soulkation Podcast
Get Logan's book Never Ask For Permission Again.
The other book we mentioned was The Big Leap. It is one of my top 10 influential books.
For additional insights go to www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com to join our community. We look forward to getting to know you.
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If you have questions or show subject suggestions, you can submit those via email to askgreg@gregorygray.com.
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Communication - Part 6 of a multi episode Masterclass on Communication. You will want to listen in and take action on each of these episodes as we progress. It very well may change your business and change your life!
The notes are in our blog at www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com.
Go here to apply for the Business Owner Freedom Mastermind. It will change your business and life. Get out of isolation and join now!
Connect with Business Owner Freedom:
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If you have questions or show subject suggestions, you can submit those via email to askgreg@gregorygray.com.
If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes. We have prepared more episodes for the upcoming weeks, so join us again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Business Owner Freedom Podcast!
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This is a must listen episode with Terry Lammers telling us the plain truth about our businesses. He tells us why we should be treating our business daily like we are planning to exit. He also discuss one of the best growth strategies to employ. Listen and take notes and then take action!
For more information go to www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com/blog
Our discussion today included these points and more:
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His worst business purchase experience.
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Non-competes and why they are a necessity.
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How financials drive value in your company.
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Non-financial characteristics that impact the value of your company.
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The best strategy for growing your business.
and so much more...
Contact Terry
Get Terry's kindle book for free! here
For additional insights go to www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com to join our community. We look forward to getting to know you.
Join the Business Owner Freedom Mastermind.
Connect with Business Owner Freedom and Gregory:
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If you have questions or show subject suggestions, you can submit those via email to askgreg@gregorygray.com.
If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes. We are preparing more episodes, so join us again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Business Owner Freedom Podcast!
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Communication - Part 5 of a multi episode Masterclass on Communication. You will want to listen in and take action on each of these episodes as we progress. It very well may change your business and change your life!
The notes are in our blog at www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com.
Go here to apply for the Business Owner Freedom Mastermind. It will change your business and life. Get out of isolation and join now!
Connect with Business Owner Freedom:
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If you have questions or show subject suggestions, you can submit those via email to askgreg@gregorygray.com.
If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes. We have prepared more episodes for the upcoming weeks, so join us again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Business Owner Freedom Podcast!
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We talk with Adam Lean today about understanding the financial picture of your business. Adam is the founder of The CFO Project. His mission is to help business owners become more profitable by understanding their financial status and then taking action to improve it. On Aug. 21, 2019; Adam and I will be conducting a FREE Webinar to dig deeper into how you can be more profitable now. Sign Up for the webinar here.
For more information go to www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com/blog
Our discussion today included these points and more:
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Cash Flow is the first reason for failure.
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How focus is the key.
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Delegation and leverage.
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3 ways to get cash for your business.
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Account receivables, Inventory and Expenses and how they relate to class.
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The P&L and Balance Sheets explained.
and so much more...
Contact Adam
For additional insights go to www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com to join our community. We look forward to getting to know you.
Join the Business Owner Freedom Mastermind.
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If you have questions or show subject suggestions, you can submit those via email to askgreg@gregorygray.com.
If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes. We are preparing more episodes, so join us again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Business Owner Freedom Podcast!
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Communication - Part 4 of a multi episode Masterclass on Communication. You will want to listen in and take action on each of these episodes as we progress. It very well may change your business and change your life!
The notes are in our blog at www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com.
Go here to apply for the Business Owner Freedom Mastermind. It will change your business and life. Get out of isolation and join now!
Connect with Business Owner Freedom:
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If you have questions or show subject suggestions, you can submit those via email to askgreg@gregorygray.com.
If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes. We have prepared more episodes for the upcoming weeks, so join us again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Business Owner Freedom Podcast!
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Amy Simpkins is an MIT Grad, Aerospace Engineer, former space craft hands-on project member and Founder of muGrid Analytics, a renewable energy consultancy. Along with all of those accomplishments, she is also an entrepreneur coach. She joins us today to share her experiences and wisdom. Find out where your business is in the Spiral!
For more information go to www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com/blog
Our discussion today included these points and more:
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It is good to fail fast.
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Everyone is an innovator.
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Design is an iterative process at best.
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Divergent and Convergent thinking.
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How to use the spiral to create new products and services.
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The balance between releasing a product and waiting for perfection.
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We should be using our intuition more (this is from a data minded person!)
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Embrace the humanness.
and so much more...
Contact Amy
muGrid Website
Spiral, by Amy Simpkins
For additional insights go to www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com to join our community. We look forward to getting to know you.
Join the Business Owner Freedom Mastermind.
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If you have questions or show subject suggestions, you can submit those via email to askgreg@gregorygray.com.
If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes. We are preparing more episodes, so join us again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Business Owner Freedom Podcast!
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Communication - Part 3 of a multi episode Masterclass on Communication. You will want to listen in and take action on each of these episodes as we progress. It very well may change your business and change your life!
The notes are in our blog at www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com.
Go here to apply for the Business Owner Freedom Mastermind. It will change your business and life. Get out of isolation and join now!
Connect with Business Owner Freedom:
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If you have questions or show subject suggestions, you can submit those via email to askgreg@gregorygray.com.
If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes. We have prepared more episodes for the upcoming weeks, so join us again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Business Owner Freedom Podcast!
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Meg Brunson is not only creative, she is a Facebook expert that teaches us today how to get started with Facebook. Even if you do not want to do this yourself (I know I don't), it still pays to learn so you can be sure the team you hire is doing it the best way for your business success. Listen in as she carries us from an elementary understanding to a solid way to run ads for your business. I really enjoyed this conversation and am implementing what I learned today!
And oh by the way, she used to work at Facebook :)
For more information go to www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com/blog
Our discussion today included these points and more:
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The three Big Steps to Facebook Ads
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What qualifies a warm audience.
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To boost or not to boost. Be aware of the blue button.
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The big difference between Google and Facebook.
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The details on how to test ads.
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How to split test at the campaign level.
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The three types of ads we should be running.
and so much more...
Contact Meg
The plan Meg mentioned
The Kajabi link to a discount (limited time)
For additional insights go to www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com to join our community. We look forward to getting to know you.
Join the Business Owner Freedom Mastermind.
Connect with Business Owner Freedom and Gregory:
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If you have questions or show subject suggestions, you can submit those via email to askgreg@gregorygray.com.
If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes. We are preparing more episodes, so join us again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Business Owner Freedom Podcast!
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Communication - Part 2 of a multi episode Masterclass on Communication. You will want to listen in and take action on each of these episodes as we progress. It very well may change your business and change your life!
The notes are in our blog at www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com.
Go here to apply for the Business Owner Freedom Mastermind. It will change your business and life. Get out of isolation and join now!
Book Mentioned: Speed of Trust by Stephen Covey
Connect with Business Owner Freedom:
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If you have questions or show subject suggestions, you can submit those via email to askgreg@gregorygray.com.
If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes. We have prepared more episodes for the upcoming weeks, so join us again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Business Owner Freedom Podcast!
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Adam Coffey takes us through how to use other people's money to grow your business. He also teaches us how to sell your business multiple times. His insight and deep experience make for a wonderful conversation. Listen in!
For more information go to www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com/blog
Our discussion today included these points and more:
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Private Equity - what it is.
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There is $1.4 Trillion in committed capital on deck.
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How to sell your company multiple times.
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The Buy and Build Model.
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Why culture is the great differentiator.
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The secret sauce to have revenue rain from the sky.
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The catalyst in the industry is fragmentation and volatility.
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The Key Characteristics of a business that has private equity interests.
and so much more...
Contact Adam
The Private Equity Playbook by Adam Coffey
For additional insights go to www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com to join our community. We look forward to getting to know you.
Join the Business Owner Freedom Mastermind.
Connect with Business Owner Freedom and Gregory:
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If you have questions or show subject suggestions, you can submit those via email to askgreg@gregorygray.com.
If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes. We are preparing more episodes, so join us again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Business Owner Freedom Podcast!
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Communication - the most important skill for any business owner or leader! We kick -off a multi episode Masterclass on Communication. You will want to listen in and take action on each of these episodes as we progress. It very well may change your business and change your life!
The notes are in our blog at www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com.
Go here to apply for the Business Owner Freedom Mastermind. It will change your business and life. Get out of isolation and join now!
Book Mentioned: Speed of Trust by Stephen Covey
Connect with Business Owner Freedom:
Website
If you have questions or show subject suggestions, you can submit those via email to askgreg@gregorygray.com.
If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes. We have prepared more episodes for the upcoming weeks, so join us again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Business Owner Freedom Podcast!
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Matthew Bivens and I go deep but in a fun way. It is a wonderful conversation that did me as much good the first time as it did the second and third time I listened to it. This is one you will want to share with others! It will challenge you and uplift you all at the same time.
"Being intentional on what you want to experience." - Matthew Bivens
For more information go to www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com/blog
Our discussion today included these points and more:
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Finding your purpose.
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Defining success.
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Your small "s" and big "S" successes.
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What ALL means.
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The 6F's - and you have heard my five F's before.
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Is balance possible?
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Are you personally accountable?
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What does it mean to keep your agreements?
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Being intentional in your experiences.
and so much more...
Contact Matthew
Books Mentioned on the show:
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The One Thing by Keller
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The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People by Covey
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QBQ! The Question Behind the Question (not mentioned but on the subject) by John G. Miller
For additional insights go to www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com to join our community. We look forward to getting to know you.
Join the Business Owner Freedom Mastermind.
Connect with Business Owner Freedom and Gregory:
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If you have questions or show subject suggestions, you can submit those via email to askgreg@gregorygray.com.
If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes. We are preparing more episodes, so join us again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Business Owner Freedom Podcast!
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Ed Eppley brings us wisdom in our conversation. We run the full length of a business from what makes it real to leadership. He outlines clearly what it takes to be successful. Join me in this conversation with Ed.
For more information go to www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com/blog
Our discussion today included these points and more:
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What a real business is.
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How to reduce risk to those who may want to buy your business.
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Why systems and processes are critical.
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What is a sustainable competitive advantage.
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Build your business for a specific customer.
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Be willing to have the courage to polarize.
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The pond that says "Focus".
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Why strategic planning is so important.
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What PEST is.
and so much more...
Contact Ed
The book Let's Be Clear by Ed Eppley.
For additional insights go to www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com to join our community. We look forward to getting to know you.
Join the Business Owner Freedom Mastermind.
Connect with Business Owner Freedom and Gregory:
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If you have questions or show subject suggestions, you can submit those via email to askgreg@gregorygray.com.
If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes. We are preparing more episodes, so join us again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Business Owner Freedom Podcast!
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If you want to increase your local market presence, listen to this episode and follow the suggestions. Bradley Benner gives us some incredible ways to maximize our use of what Google provides to us at no charge. Listen, take notes and implement!
For more information go to www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com/blog
Our discussion today included these points and more:
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The power of a mastermind
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Three main areas to focus on for a local business.
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Why you need to be in the top three listings on google.
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Google My Business (GMB).
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The importance of a mobile format.
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Why a small footprint local marketing agency may be best for your business.
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What marketing should cost a small business.
and so much more...
Contact Bradley
For additional insights go to www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com to join our community. We look forward to getting to know you.
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If you have questions or show subject suggestions, you can submit those via email to askgreg@gregorygray.com.
If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes. We are preparing more episodes, so join us again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Business Owner Freedom Podcast!
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This is the podcast to listen to if you want to solidify your processes and incentivize your employees, while building an awesome sustainable culture. Patrick Johnson brings a full cup to us by walking us from Vision to Implementation. Any business owner, no matter the business model, can learn from Patrick's experiences.
For more information go to www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com/blog
Our discussion today included these points and more:
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Being specific in your niche.
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Having a clear vision for your life and business.
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Using an action system
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Understanding your customers journey.
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Making the customer experience effortless.
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Building and intentional culture.
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Incentives and benefits.
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Processes and systems.
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Expectations.
and so much more...
Contact Just Love Coffee
Contact Patrick
Books:
12 Week Year
The Effortless Experience
For additional insights go to www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com to join our community. We look forward to getting to know you.
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If you have questions or show subject suggestions, you can submit those via email to askgreg@gregorygray.com.
If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes. We are preparing more episodes, so join us again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Business Owner Freedom Podcast!
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Disruption, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Thinking Exponentially are some of the key identifiers of an Exponential Entrepreneur. Are you and exponential entrepreneur. Listen and find out.
For more information go to www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com/blog
Our discussion today included these points and more:
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Exponential Entrepreneur Definition.
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How to start up with less stress and maximizing valuation.
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The 5 Rings of Importance - starting with purpose.
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The convergence of exponential technologies.
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Crowdsourcing and the underutilization.
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MTP, massive transformative purpose.
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Why setting a purpose is the clear first step.
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Small business can use exponential technology to disrupt their business.
and so much more...
Contact George
Special Show Page
For additional insights go to www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com to join our community. We look forward to getting to know you.
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If you have questions or show subject suggestions, you can submit those via email to askgreg@gregorygray.com.
If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes. We are preparing more episodes, so join us again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Business Owner Freedom Podcast!
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In our conversation, Shannon Miles takes me on the journey from start up to CEO. She is the CEO of Belay Solutions and Co-Founder, along with her husband Bryan. They have been on a nine year journey together filled with doubt, growth and major success. If you have not heard the Belay story, listen in as you will learn so many keys to grow your business and yourself.
"The day the business doesn't need you, then you own it." said per Jeff to Bryan, in a story Shannon shares with us.
For more information go to www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com/blog
Our discussion today included these points and more:
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The three year start.
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Why they use the term "team member".
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Mindset of transitioning to business ownership.
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Intentionally developing leaders is a key to growth.
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How feeling inadequate can drive you, and it's normal.
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Continual Learning.
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Introspective work.
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Balancing priorities.
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Leaders must model self care.
and so much more...
Contact Shannon
For additional insights go to www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com to join our community. We look forward to getting to know you.
Join the Business Owner Freedom Mastermind.
Connect with Business Owner Freedom and Gregory:
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If you have questions or show subject suggestions, you can submit those via email to askgreg@gregorygray.com.
If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes. We are preparing more episodes, so join us again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Business Owner Freedom Podcast!
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Are you investing outside your business? There are several ways to invest outside your business - giving, investments and a big why. Join me today in discussion with Paul Moore about how to invest in passive instruments for a diverse income stream. More importantly we talk about giving and finding your big why.
For more information go to www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com/blog
Our discussion today included these points and more:
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Know Yourself.
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How he became an "investor" in his mid 30's.
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Money Management.
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How he found himself in a debt hole.
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Give your way out of debt.
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Investing without the big swings of risk.
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How to invest correctly.
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The Big Why!
and more...
Contact Paul
For additional insights go to www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com to join our community. We look forward to getting to know you.
Join the Business Owner Freedom Mastermind.
Connect with Business Owner Freedom and Gregory:
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If you have questions or show subject suggestions, you can submit those via email to askgreg@gregorygray.com.
If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes. We are preparing more episodes, so join us again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Business Owner Freedom Podcast!
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Do you have what it takes to allow a Coach into your business and life? Seriously, this is an important question. We will discuss today what is takes to be coached and what to expect from a Coach. The notes are in our blog at our website.
Go here to apply for the Business Owner Freedom Mastermind. It will change your business and life. Get out of isolation and join now!
Connect with Business Owner Freedom:
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If you have questions or show subject suggestions, you can submit those via email to askgreg@gregorygray.com.
If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes. We have prepared more episodes for the upcoming weeks, so join us again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Business Owner Freedom Podcast!
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If you want a Master Class in the Business Basics, this conversation is for you! We cover it all with Gerald as he takes us on a journey from mindset to legacy. I am absolutely pumped about this episode. As we will describe further within the episode - it is DOPE!
"Being Brilliant in the basics is what makes any team move from being ok to being elite." - Gerald W Jones II
For more information go to www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com/blog
Our discussion today included these points and more:
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Mindset and upbringing.
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Being conservative but still being an entrepreneur.
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Teams and performance - focus on the basics.
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The three basics of small business.
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Why micromanaging prevents getting the right things done.
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How to diagnose issues in your business.
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Vision and mission can keep your team moving and making decisions.
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Exit planning is a necessary responsibility.
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You will leave a legacy - good or bad.
and more...
Contact Gerald
For additional insights go to www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com to join our community. We look forward to getting to know you.
Join the Business Owner Freedom Mastermind.
Connect with Business Owner Freedom and Gregory:
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If you have questions or show subject suggestions, you can submit those via email to askgreg@gregorygray.com.
If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes. We are preparing more episodes, so join us again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Business Owner Freedom Podcast!
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Do you know what kind of leader you are? Does your perception line up with your people's perception? Listen in and see if you can identify how you lead. We also talk about how to learn more about yourself. The notes are in our blog at our website.
Go here to apply for the Business Owner Freedom Mastermind. It will change your business and life. Get out of isolation and join now!
Connect with Business Owner Freedom:
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If you have questions or show subject suggestions, you can submit those via email to askgreg@gregorygray.com.
If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes. We have prepared more episodes for the upcoming weeks, so join us again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Business Owner Freedom Podcast!
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If you have an inkling of an idea you may very well have a credible business in your hands. In my conversation with Dane Short, CEO of Zymbol, you will hear first hand how an idea turned into a movement. You can do this too!
"...turning our story into their story." - Dane Short
For more information go to www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com/blog
Our discussion today included these points and more:
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How to get started with grass root efforts.
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The power of emotional connection.
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People are actually tattooing their brand!
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The importance of what it means when people pay you.
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The QVC experience.
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What is a Zymbologist?
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How the story is the thread that holds it all together.
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Listen to how they give back. This may be the most important part of the whole brand.
and more...
Contact Dane
For additional insights go to www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com to join our community. We look forward to getting to know you.
Join the Business Owner Freedom Mastermind.
Connect with Business Owner Freedom and Gregory:
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If you have questions or show subject suggestions, you can submit those via email to askgreg@gregorygray.com.
If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes. We are preparing more episodes, so join us again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Business Owner Freedom Podcast!
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Having a leadership pipeline is a must if you want to grow and protect the future of your business. Once you get a pipeline built you will wish you had done so long ago. Listen in and learn. The notes are in our blog at our website.
Go here to apply for the Business Owner Freedom Mastermind. It will change your business and life. Get out of isolation and join now!
Connect with Business Owner Freedom:
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If you have questions or show subject suggestions, you can submit those via email to askgreg@gregorygray.com.
If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes. We have prepared more episodes for the upcoming weeks, so join us again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Business Owner Freedom Podcast!
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My conversation with Mr. Biz is one every business owner needs to listen to. It may not be something your excited talking about, but when it becomes an issue you will be all ears! So work on it now BEFORE it becomes and issue.
If you find yourself in a tough spot with cash, don't hesitate to reach out to someone today who can help you. It's that important!
For more information go to www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com/blog
Our discussion today included these points and more:
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What is King? Listen and find out why cash is critical.
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Why Profit does not equate to cash.
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Terminologies that every business owner needs to understand.
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Credit Cards - when are they a good thing?
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Lines of Credit - when to use.
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What you need to know about terms for receivables and payables.
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How pricing may be a key way to solving your cash issues.
and more...
Contact Ken
For additional insights go to www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com to join our community. We look forward to getting to know you.
Join the Business Owner Freedom Mastermind.
Connect with Business Owner Freedom and Gregory:
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If you have questions or show subject suggestions, you can submit those via email to askgreg@gregorygray.com.
If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes. We are preparing more episodes, so join us again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Business Owner Freedom Podcast!
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Delegation is a powerful art. As a leader and business owner knowing how to delegate properly is critical. It entails trust and a time tested formula. Listen in and learn. The notes are in our blog at our website.
Go here to apply for the Business Owner Freedom Mastermind. It will change your business and life. Get out of isolation and join now!
Connect with Business Owner Freedom:
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If you have questions or show subject suggestions, you can submit those via email to askgreg@gregorygray.com.
If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes. We have prepared more episodes for the upcoming weeks, so join us again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Business Owner Freedom Podcast!
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This conversation with Dave Fuller really hit a cord with me. It may very well touch you as well. If stress, adrenal fatigue or burnout is looming, you need to listen to this. If you've never experienced it as an entrepreneur or business owner, just know the bear is always just around the corner, lurking and waiting to pounce.
You will also find out how to get Dave's book Profit Yourself Healthy for free! For more information go to www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com/blog
Our discussion today included these points and more:
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Bear Story
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Business Turnaround Story
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Business Fatigue
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Adrenal Fatigue
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Importance of Rest
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Self-Care
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Authenticity
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The Uncomfortable Zone
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The need for a Coach
Contact Dave
For additional insights go to www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com to join our community. We look forward to getting to know you.
Join the Business Owner Freedom Mastermind.
Connect with Business Owner Freedom and Gregory:
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If you have questions or show subject suggestions, you can submit those via email to askgreg@gregorygray.com.
If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes. We are preparing more episodes, so join us again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Business Owner Freedom Podcast!
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Simplicity. What are the corner stones of simplicity? Listen and find out. The notes are in our blog at our website.
Go here to apply for the Business Owner Freedom Mastermind. It will change your business and life. Get out of isolation and join now!
Book mentioned: Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod
Connect with Business Owner Freedom:
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If you have questions or show subject suggestions, you can submit those via email to askgreg@gregorygray.com.
If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes. We have prepared more episodes for the upcoming weeks, so join us again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Business Owner Freedom Podcast!
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You will enjoy this conversation with Annemarie Cross. She is an expert podcaster and more importantly a fantastic marketer and strategist. You need to listen to this all the way through even if you do not ever want to be a podcaster. There are some key items within this conversation that works for ALL business types. If you want to set your business apart from the rest, listen in.
"Speak to an audience of one" - Annemarie Cross
Our discussion today included these points and more:
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The importance of messaging.
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The reason why she shut down award winning podcasts.
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How to expand your reach through channels.
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Speak to your current clients in your messaging.
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A powerful way to build a podcast series.
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Monetization of your message.
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Criticality of your brand message.
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How to productize your business.
"Every single message has to deliver value." - Annmarie Cross
Contact Annemarie
Her book, Industry Thought Leader
For additional insights go to www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com to join our community. We look forward to getting to know you.
Join the Business Owner Freedom Mastermind.
Connect with Business Owner Freedom and Gregory:
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If you have questions or show subject suggestions, you can submit those via email to askgreg@gregorygray.com.
If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes. We are preparing more episodes, so join us again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Business Owner Freedom Podcast!
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Are you spring cleaning? If not, you should be, but it may be different than you think. The notes are in our blog at our website.
Go here to apply for the Business Owner Freedom Mastermind. It will change your business and life. Get out of isolation and join now!
Book mentioned: Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod
Connect with Business Owner Freedom:
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If you have questions or show subject suggestions, you can submit those via email to askgreg@gregorygray.com.
If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes. We have prepared more episodes for the upcoming weeks, so join us again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Business Owner Freedom Podcast!
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Join me in a conversation with Josh Elledge, from Up My Influence, about how we as business owners can increase our influence in our market and industry. He gives us great insights and the secret sauce to making it happen.
Our discussion today included these points and more:
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Authority
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Branding
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Profile
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Influencers
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The best way to serve
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What to say to Journalists
and much more...
Contact Josh
Books he recommended:
Marketing Rebellion by Mark Schaefer
Known by Mark Schaefer
For additional insights go to www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com to join our community. We look forward to getting to know you.
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The Vision Story Mini Course is ready to go. We officially launched it May 1st. Go here to get started on your vision.
If you have questions or show subject suggestions, you can submit those via email to askgreg@gregorygray.com.
If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes. We are preparing more episodes, so join us again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Business Owner Freedom Podcast!
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What can you do to get the results you want? Thoughts - Emotions - Actions - Results. The notes are in our blog at our website.
Go here to apply for the Business Owner Freedom Mastermind. It will change your business and life. Get out of isolation and join now!
Connect with Business Owner Freedom:
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If you have questions or show subject suggestions, you can submit those via email to askgreg@gregorygray.com.
If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes. We have prepared more episodes for the upcoming weeks, so join us again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Business Owner Freedom Podcast!
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We have all been through storms in life, and if not, we certainly will. As a business owner the time to prepare for a storm is when the sky is clear. Trying to react when a storm happens is too late. Listen to my conversation with Molly Grubb as she clearly articulates how to prepare for the storms, before it is too late.
"Stress test your business." - Molly Grubb
Our discussion today included these points and more:
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How much wealth is tied up in most small businesses.
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Free up wealth in your business.
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Exit strategies
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Investment strategies.
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Multiple revenue streams.
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Four Pillars of a dynasty.
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Abundance.
and much more...
Contact Molly - she has provided some free resources for you here as well. Take advantage of her offer.
For additional insights go to www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com to join our community. We look forward to getting to know you.
Join the Business Owner Freedom Mastermind.
Connect with Business Owner Freedom:
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The Vision Story Mini Course is ready to go. We officially launch it May 1st. Go here to get started on your vision.
If you have questions or show subject suggestions, you can submit those via email to askgreg@gregorygray.com.
If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes. We are preparing more episodes, so join us again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Business Owner Freedom Podcast!
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Today we discuss Vision and Action. Which is most important? Listen in and find out. As a tandem, they are critical to the success of your business. Go to our show notes to find out the seven steps of a Vision Story we discuss in this podcast. The notes are in our blog at our website.
We will be announcing in Episode 36 how you can get the Vision Story Mini Course. It's coming soon! It launches May 1st.
Go here to apply for the Business Owner Freedom Mastermind. It will change your business and life. Get out of isolation and join now!
Connect with Business Owner Freedom:
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If you have questions or show subject suggestions, you can submit those via email to askgreg@gregorygray.com.
If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes. We have prepared more episodes for the upcoming weeks, so join us again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Business Owner Freedom Podcast!
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Mindset is such a crucial piece to business success. As owners, we must work on developing the right and correct mindset to serve others. Join me today with Jen McFarland as we discuss mindset with regards to clarity and taking action. You will enjoy her perspective and insights.
"Change doesn't have to be hard." - Jen McFarland
Our discussion today included these points and more:
- What type of leader are you?
a. do it my way leader
b. researcher leader
c. last minute leader
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The key question to root cause fear.
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Learn to fail by taking action.
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Ways to dispel fear and inaction.
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How others can balance you - team.
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Be engaged to facilitate change.
and much more...
Contact Jen
Jen's podcast
Jen's Business Growth Tools
For additional insights go to www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com to join our community. We look forward to getting to know you.
Join the Business Owner Freedom Mastermind.
Connect with Business Owner Freedom:
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If you have questions or show subject suggestions, you can submit those via email to askgreg@gregorygray.com.
If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes. We are preparing more episodes, so join us again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Business Owner Freedom Podcast!
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"...bathes me in happy dust." - Janet McMahan
This is a special episode for me. While we normally reserve Wednesdays for a solocast, today you will hear from me, as well as a conversation I had with a special lady, Janet McMahan. Our history goes back 40 years, with a very important connection to a global figure. Listen in to the journey and how a seemingly small interaction guided me towards a new trajectory in life, and it is why I am speaking to you today.
"What is your laughing place?" - Janet McMahan
Our conversation contained the following:
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Her tenacity to succeed.
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The Zig story that impacted many.
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My inspiration that has impacted many.
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Self Care
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Thinking as a child again.
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Finding yourself.
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Loving your people.
Listen in to this very accomplished lady take us on a journey of transition and incredible insights.
Books referenced:
See You At the Top by Zig Ziglar
The Greatest Salesman in the World by Og Mandino
The Artist Way by Julia Cameron
For additional insights go to www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com to join our community. We look forward to getting to know you.
Join the Business Owner Freedom Mastermind.
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If you have questions or show subject suggestions, you can submit those via email to askgreg@gregorygray.com.
If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes. We are preparing more episodes, so join us again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Business Owner Freedom Podcast!
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Really! You must get prepared for your divorce before you get married in business. As Business Owners we must look ahead and mitigate risks and take advantage of opportunities. The Legal aspects of our businesses has never been more important than it is today. Join Autumn Witt Boyd and me in a great discussion about small business and how we should prepare.
Our discussion today included these points and more:
1. Entities
2. Levels of Taxation
3. CPA's, Attorneys and other experts.
4. S Corps
5. The contracts you must have in place.
6. Employees vs. Independent Contractors.
7. Co-Founders and Partners.
among many other things.
Contact Autumn
For additional insights go to www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com to join our community. We look forward to getting to know you.
Join the Business Owner Freedom Mastermind.
Connect with Business Owner Freedom:
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If you have questions or show subject suggestions, you can submit those via email to askgreg@gregorygray.com.
If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes. We are preparing more episodes, so join us again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Business Owner Freedom Podcast!
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Join me today as we discuss why You Are Not Your Business. So What Is You Identity? We will answer that and give you my story that shook me from the mindset of success to reality. It kicked off a big change in my life and has paid dividends for years to come.
Go here to apply for the Business Owner Freedom Mastermind. It will change your business and life. Get out of isolation and join now!
Connect with Business Owner Freedom:
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If you have questions or show subject suggestions, you can submit those via email to askgreg@gregorygray.com.
If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes. We have prepared more episodes for the upcoming weeks, so join us again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Business Owner Freedom Podcast!
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This show was flipped! I get coached today by Ian Rajkumar, an expert on building confidence for on-camera applications. You will follow along as Ian opens our minds to some incredible insights. Whether you are looking to do videos or not, listen in. This information is powerful for many areas of our struggles.
Our discussion today included these points and more:
1. The Get On Camera Confidence Program.
2. Social Suicide
3. Emotional Hacking
4. Logical vs. Emotional Brain
5. Our Reality and the Five Senses
6. The emotion destroyer technique
7. My struggles in doing videos.
Contact Ian
For additional insights go to www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com to join our community. We look forward to getting to know you.
Join the Business Owner Freedom Mastermind.
Connect with Business Owner Freedom:
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If you have questions or show subject suggestions, you can submit those via email to askgreg@gregorygray.com.
If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes. We are preparing more episodes, so join us again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Business Owner Freedom Podcast!
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Join me today as we discuss moving from your comfort zone to being uncomfortable and why this is necessary. It is truly the only way to grow. We talk about fear, growth, and continually challenging yourself. Listen to my recent challenge of stepping into the uncomfortable zone.
We remind you of the Mastermind we are forming for Business Owners. Go here to apply for the Business Owner Freedom Mastermind. It will change your business and life.
We highlight this Friday's episode with Ian Rajkumar. He will walk us through what it takes to get confident on camera. If you are interested in his course, check it out here.
I reference the book, This is Marketing by Seth Godin.
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If you have questions or show subject suggestions, you can submit those via email to askgreg@gregorygray.com.
If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes. We have prepared more episodes for the upcoming weeks, so join us again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Business Owner Freedom Podcast!
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Join me in a discussion with Jeff Tippett, an expert on persuasive communication. He will walk you through his story of how he used persuasive communication in a very important part of his life and discuss the many factors of importance of knowing how to be persuasive. Communication is a key part of all we do as business owners. Listen and learn!
Our discussion today included these points and more:
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Book reference for his new book - Unleashing Your Superpower
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His story of using persuasive communication in a really important life event.
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Defining persuasion.
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The secret weapon for closing.
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The three C's.
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Why being an expert is part of persuasion.
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The importance of communication.
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This applies to introverts too.
Contact Jeff
For additional insights go to www.BusinessOwnerFreedom.com to join our community. We look forward to getting to know you.
Connect with Business Owner Freedom:
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If you have questions or show subject suggestions, you can submit those via email to askgreg@gregorygray.com.
If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes. We are preparing more episodes, so join us again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Business Owner Freedom Podcast!
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Join me as we discuss the communication process. Are you aware of the different pieces of the process and how important each is? What is the first step in communication? You will learn this and more.
We remind you of the Mastermind we are forming for Business Owners. We highlight this Friday's episode with Jeff Tippett. It is all about persuasive communication. He's the superman's superman!
Connect with Business Owner Freedom:
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If you have questions or show subject suggestions, you can submit those via email to askgreg@gregorygray.com.
If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes. We have prepared more episodes for the upcoming weeks, so join us again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Business Owner Freedom Podcast!
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Join me in a discussion with Matt Miller, a former Airforce Pilot and Advertising Executive that has become a successful Franchisor. He will walk you through his journey of start to growth. He will also layout the future plans they are making for expansion. Learn from the gold nuggets shared in our conversation.
"Don't be too high on the idea you got to begin with" - Matt Miller
If you have an idea and need to get started, this show is for you.
Our discussion today included these points and more:
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When incentives for employees can be a deterrent.
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Book reference - Rich Dad Poor Dad
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How One Machine started it all.
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How they became a franchisor.
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How building a business that serves others is a key.
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Involving your children in the business can be an educational journey.
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A new business, that may very well be more impactful than the current business, has been seeded from this business.
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Why you need to 'get in the game' and let the market direct you.
Contact Matt
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Join me as we discuss what leads to behaviors. The two factors are often misunderstood and mistaken. They are critical as they affect behaviors of your employees and of you, the Business Owner.
We remind you of the Mastermind we are forming specifically for Business Owners and announce a Coaching Group we are forming that begins in April. We highlight this Friday's episode as it will be taking you on the Journey from start up to today of a Franchisor, while keeping benevolence as part of the equation.
The Big Leap referenced in the conversation.
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Join me in a discussion with Sally Hendrick, Facebook expert and owner of Social Media Traffic School. She will show you, the Heroic Small Business Owner, the ins and outs of Facebook for your business.
If you are interested in growing your presence on-line and specifically with targeted ads, this show is for you.
Our discussion today included these points and more:
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Geo Targeting
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Small video ads
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Retargeting
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The importance of why, how and what to successful ad strategies.
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Look A Likes
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Email marketing with Social Media
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Nurturing Ad Sequences
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The BAD Blue Button.
Contact Sally
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Join me as we answer questions on systems and processes and discuss your vision story. We also announce a new Mastermind we are forming for Business Owners. We highlight this Friday's episode as it will be of interest if you are interested in figuring out how to us Facebook for your business.
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Join me in a discussion with Aaron Muller, author of Lifestyle Business Owner. This is a great book. He is also an entrepreneur and multiple business owner. He and his wife run the LBO Academy as well.
If you are interested in owning a business but not running the business this is a great episode for you. If you do not currently own a business but you are thinking of buying one, this is a must listen to episode.
Our discussion today included these points and more:
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What it means to be a lifestyle business owner.
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How initiative and action at a young age were the best education for Aaron.
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Why having the right consultant or coach has been a key to success.
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The first steps to becoming a lifestyle business owner.
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The keys to finding a broker to help you find the right business.
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Franchise vs. Non-Franchise.
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Does it take a lot of money to buy a business?
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Preparation for obtaining capital, such as a business plan or proforma.
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How partner support is a big key and blessing.
Own the Book - Lifestyle Business Owner
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Join me in a discussion with John G. Miller, author of QBQ. This is one of my all time favorite books and of course authors! I have recommended this book so many times. It is timeless.
"It all comes back to the Business Owner" - John G. Miller
If you want to become stronger in your personal accountability, then this podcast is for you. If you want to lead your team and the culture of your business in the area of personal accountability, then the QBQ is your guide.
Our discussion today included these points and more:
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How QBQ was birthed from idea to a book and more.
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John's journey led him to being a personal accountability guru, or as I call him, Godfather.
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Getting over victim thinking.
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Learn the right questions to ask.
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Where to start to make 'the change'.
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It begins with me.
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The definition of leadership.
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The three human traps.
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The wrong questions or IQ's.
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You must model, practice and own it.
Own the Book
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Business Owner, do you ever wonder if you are in the right business, or why you chose to be a business owner at all. If so, listen in as you might find some gold nuggets to help you start the process of figuring this out for your self.
Join Victor Hallock and me as we discuss in a live and unscripted coaching format his desire to transition his business focus and his life.
We covered several topics including...
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VISION STORY and the importance of starting here.
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What he learned from his past business.
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How to determine where he wants and needs to go next in his journey.
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What are the critical next action steps.
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What skills he needs to master.
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And much more...
We will follow up with him in a year to see his progress and if he agrees in a few weeks or so to see what details he determines fit his vision.
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Join me in a discussion with Craig Cody, CPA and Certified Tax Coach. It was an enlightening and rewarding conversation.
When planning your taxes for your business, there is no better time than today! Learn from what you have just experienced from last year's taxes and make positive changes now. Find the right CPA, and be proactive in your approach.
Our discussion today included these points and more:
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How being proactive helps your business tax situations.
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What is the biggest mistake owners make from his CPA point of view.
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The importance of your business entity.
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The importance of the what and how of communication.
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When to involve your attorney.
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Taking advantage of the recent tax changes - qualified business deduction.
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The relationship with your CPA and what you should expect.
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The 10 biggest mistakes that cost business owners thousands.
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Bookkeepers vs. CPA's - why each has their proper place in working with your business.
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How to get a free resource from Craig.
Contact Craig
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Join me in a discussion with Todd Palmer, CEO of Extraordinary Advisors. Here are some things we discussed.
"Life Well Lived but Not Well Planned" - Todd Palmer
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He fired his entire company and started over.
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How changing his mindset changed his trajectory.
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Where to start the reframing process.
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A great place to do a self or employee assessment for free.
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How he started hiring outside of his industry to grow his business and to get the right team - and you can too.
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What the biggest bottleneck is in most companies.
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How to tackle the hiring dilemma today.
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He gives an example of a cultural shift to keep the business progressing.
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How to identify the real leaders and why that is key.
Contact Todd
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Join me in a solo cast about a question I was asked, about the value of budgets. The value is hidden in the 'process'. Listen in to find out why!
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Allison De Paoli is a problem solver extraordinaire. She resides in and works from the great city of San Antonio. She has worked for over 25 years in the health benefits space as a consultant and advisor. In our conversation she helps us, Small Business Owners, understand how to navigate the decisions around providing Quality Care to our employees.
“You want to take care of your employees....and you need to control your costs.” – Allison De Paoli
If you are considering health insurance for your team or if you need to investigate affordable options, if you are currently providing benefits, this is a must listen to episode.
What You will Discover 1. How you start the process of getting Health Insurance for your employees while controlling costs. 2. Basic steps for forming a new group. 3. Understand the benefits of a group plan for your employees. 4. What you need to consider if you currently have a plan and need to cut cost. 5. Where a business owner should start and how to find a proper advisor in the quality care field. 6. Get an inside look at how a business advisor works and how engaging with one may help you get quality care and reduce costs. 7. Data - who owns the data and why it is important. 8. Understand the benefits advantage roadmap and some of the tools they recommend. 9. Level funding proposal - what it is and how it works. 10. Definitions of key terms. 11. Self Funded vs. Fully Funded To hear more from Allison, download and listen to the episode!
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Ryan Cote is a Partner and Director of Digital Services at Ballantine. He is also a husband and father. Listen to his expert take on how SEO should be utilized for the local business. His insights are clarifying.
We discuss:
Why SEO is key for a small business.
The pros and cons pf pay per click vs. SEO.
Why SEO is the long tail solution.
Insights into keywords and how they work.
Why 'good' content should be unique and provide high value.
How retargeting is the key to brand awareness.
Backlinks - what they are and how they work.
Listen for his tip at the end of the show - if you aren't taking advantage of it, you are missing out!
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Business Owner Freedom is a weekly podcast for created for small business owners. Some of the podcasts are interviews and a portion are topic based. We invite you to join us weekly to obtain multiple points of view. If you have specific questions, please reach out to us at askgreg@gregorygray.com. Today is a solo cast entitled Isolation is the Enemy.
What is Isolation Isolation can be described as solitude, being alone, being cut off (just to mention a few). Gregory explains the reasons many of us allow this to happen in our lives during this episode. As someone who works with business owners, Gregory sees many of the struggles they are experiencing and that they often try to handle on their own and become isolated. Business owners need to step out and get out from behind those things that cause them to be isolated. Be involved in a mastermind of business owners to network and share the daily struggles and gain advice.
“It can be said that isolation is the enemy of improvement; it can also be said that isolation is the enemy of excellence; it can also be said that isolation is the enemy of growth; and it can also be said that isolation is the enemy of healing.” – Gregory Gray
Eliminate the Isolation Points in Your Life Gregory advises business owners to hire a business coach, hire a smart and capable CPA that understands your business and hire an attorney to have at your disposal to answer your questions so you don’t make mistakes. These things alone will fasttrack your business in more ways than you can imagine. Joining a mastermind group also helps from being isolated.
“I am part of a mastermind group that has taken me to the next level; it is called ISI or Iron Sharpens Iron and is a men’s based mastermind group from all walks of life and we meet weekly. If you are interested in this mastermind you can go to viewfromthetop.com and Aaron Walker is the gentleman who runs this group.” – Gregory Gray
Step Out of Your Isolation Finding those people who will look you in the eye and tell you that you are going in the wrong direction in your business and discuss the reasons why and what else might be beneficial is crucial for business owners. Mastermind colleagues will challenge you and affirm you.
“I am asking you to step out of your isolation. Look for a mastermind group. Look for a group of friends to be your virtual board of directors to run things by in your business.” – Gregory Gray
Trust You need to surround yourself with people you can trust. People who will tell you the truth and help you when needed. People you can confide in and help you steer your business in the right direction. Look for the right fit in a mastermind and take your relationships to the next level.
“There is no better friend than one that will tell you the truth.” – Gregory Gray
If you have questions for us, you can submit those via email to askgreg@gregorygray.com. You can also go to Businessownerfreedom.com\mastermind if you are interested in joining a mastermind of like-minded business owners. Enjoy the Journey!
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Tracey Osborne is the CEO of Daring Woman, Inc. Listen to the story Tracey shares in this episode and how she found her purpose. She has been and continues upon an extraordinary journey. Check out the website for more information as well. You will hear about her business journey and how she was a typical corporate employee that moved into entrepreneurship for some life events, particularly to stay home with children and how that has spurred more entrepreneurial events in her life. Tracey is now transitioning into a new business today and you'll learn about how her great vision is starting to manifest itself into a wonderful business. Enjoy the journey.
Tracey Osborne-Entrepreneurial Journey Tracey actually started her entrepreneur journey when she was 18, trying to sell avon, but the past decade she has been a virtual assistant. Tracey didn't think she knew what she was doing, but she had the resources and the people that she could reach out to for help. Prior to that, Tracey was a vice president for a small finance company. It was just Tracey and the owner.
“We're really good friends and everything and it really taught me how to network because I had to, he just kind of threw me to the sharks one day and said, hey I'm, I have to go to this luncheon but I can't make it so I need you to go for me.” – Tracey Osborne
New Venture Tracey was experiencing a lack of joy with her job so she started doing some google research on a Saturday about virtual assisting. She then built a websites and by Monday her business was born. Her networking background enabled her to start telling some other really big networking people about her new business and within just a couple of months she was able to give notice at her job and she’s been home ever since.
“I am the cream of the crop now, but there was just so much to learn and my clients were all wonderful over the past 10 years, you know, they've taught me about business, they've taught me about softwares that I didn't know when and things like that. And so I was able to become one of the top virtual assistants in the industry before I decided to shut it down. So you did that business for how many years I did it for 10 years.” – Tracey Osborne
New Business Venture In July of 2017, Tracey had nagging voice saying that she needed to be doing something more. Tracy did not want to do business plans so she had to work her way through her business. She finally figured out that her business was a social impact organization that harnesses the power of media in order to help women find their voice and become unstoppable.
“So we just launched the first magazine. The print version is at the printer, but the digital digital version is up and we're already working on the next three, four issues. So I am really, really excited about it. It's a lot of fun and a lot of, I don't know what the heck I'm doing, but we're going to figure this out, which is probably my favorite way to think.” – Tracey Osborne
Challenges of Starting a Business One challenge that Tracey faced was trying to start her business alone. She didn't really have too many people to talk to and she had to call all her clients and cut down her workload. She no longer had the money to hire a coach, which is what she really needed. The challenge continued until Tracey was able to start bringing on some team members to help her out. She’s a survivor of domestic abuse, has been homeless and has her own story. Tracey wants this story to help somebody else who can't speak yet to the things that they might be alone and don’t know where to turn.
“So by connecting these women through the blog for the magazine, through my podcast, we just launched an online community for women at thedaringwomanproject.org. By connecting these women, we can now come together and support one another and help these, help these women who need to know that they're not alone. It needs to know that there's light at the end of the tunnel and need to know that there is somebody out there who has their back.” – Tracey Osborne
To hear more about Tracey Osborne’s journey, download and listen to the episode!
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Danny Bauer is not only a good friend and fellow coach, he is a remarkable leader. He is the founder and author of Better Leaders Better Schools. He is impacting the world through developing leaders who in turn are impacting kids across the world. Listen to his wisdom and insight in this episode.
Danny Bauer-Three Ventures Danny has three ventures that takes approximately 70% of his time. Better Leaders Better Schools is a coaching program and leadership community. He serves school principals through a podcast, a mastermind, and coaching. He loves education and loves to teach. Danny helps others with their podcasting and their mastermind groups as well.
“What fires me up in the morning is the opportunity to help and serve people. I could trace that all the way back to high school; I loved tutoring my peers. When I saw that they got it, saw that light in their eye, see that longing in their heart and their operating within their strengths, and see their dreams become a reality that’s what gives me energy; that’s my oxygen.” – Danny Bauer
Starting a Business Danny claims that he had a lot of dumb luck at the beginning. He also had a job while starting his business. He dedicated his time to his job and focused 100% and then what time he had left he dedicated time to his business. Danny found the cultural fit in a district he was working in was not good. He found the woman of his dreams and decided that he would move overseas and began working virtually 100%. Now he has found a rich life.
“The way that I think about it is the school I left had about 1,300 kids, that is a pretty large school and impact. I work with 41 leaders now and if we say 1,000 kids per school, I’ve increased my impact to 41,000 through coaching.” – Danny Bauer
Scarcity
Easy connect to your customers
Manages his end of day energy windows
Challenges Danny does not want to fail in his virtual business. He is trying to replace is previous income with his virtual journey and has found some consistency. Coaching principals has been such a positive experience but deals with imposter syndrome being in an uncomfortable zone at times. It does get easier each time.
“I’m afraid of failure. It’s scary.” – Danny Bauer
Scarcity Model The one thing that would change Danny’s business would be exposure. He likes marketing and writing interesting copy and he knows that once people know what he does, they will find it a meaningful asset to their leadership. He has an application process to a permanently closed group and he has to vet the applicants to become members of his leadership community. Having scarcity to his mastermind made it explode.
“The scarcity model absolutely works.” – Danny Bauer
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Business Owner Freedom is a weekly podcast for created for small business owners. Some of the podcasts are interviews and a portion are topic based. We invite you to join us weekly to obtain multiple points of view. If you have specific questions, please reach out to us at askgreg@gregorygray.com.
Letting Go to Grow Your Business Example: A business that has been around for 15 years and only grew in the first 5 years has become stagnant and the owner refuses to let go. The business has leveled off and is stuck. Why is the business stagnant?
- They want to run the business from a command and control standpoint.
- They want to be the person that is seen as the smart person in the business-their ego keeps them from letting go.
- People-not hiring the best people
- Processes
High Performance Business “A performance business is one that can run with the business owner being absent for an extended period of time.” – Gregory Gray
A high performing business will have processes in place that people can follow when the business owner is gone. This creates a culture of trust and benefits the business. Customers want a business where employees have the autonomy to make decisions as needed. If these processes are not in place, this will limit your growth.
Hiring the Right Team Teaching your people to hire through the processes that are in place is essential to forming a high performing team. With the exception of key roles where the business owner should be involved, ensuring that systems are in place and clearly defined and understood by those who hire. A manager should be trusted to make the decisions to make the hire for their team without the business owner.
“Having a high performance team is a sure path to Business Owner Freedom.” – Dan Miller
Communication and Delegation True delegation is a part of communication and is extremely important. When you delegate you must give the employee the tools to make decisions. Authority must be given for success. The employer cannot assume responsibility of the delegation. The employee must assume the responsibility to get the task time. The employer must ensure that the employee does get the task done. Make sure your employees you delegate to have the tools and the right to make decisions to help grow your business.
“Delegation is giving somebody the responsibility to get something done.” – Dan Miller
To hear more about the four reasons a business may be stagnant and how to Let Go to Grow, download and listen to the episode!
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Dan Miller is the founder of 48 days and the author of 48 Days to the Work You Love. Along with being a successful entrepreneur, Dan is a Dad, Husband and Grandfather of an amazing family. Listen to his journey and how he built a business from a simple idea that served others. He has inspired me for years.
Dan Miller-Loving What You Do Dan loves what he does everyday. He looks forward to Monday mornings and surrounds himself with people who compliments his skills. Dan has always been an entrepreneur and started his business 48 Days after he went through difficult financial time. He found himself teaching sunday school with his wife about the transitions in life and the class just exploded with members. This is what triggered the start of his business.
“It’s not like I sat down and created a business plan for what I’m doing, it just kind of evolved right under my feet.” – Dan Miller
Transitioning to Charging Dan’s father was a pastor and he found himself challenged when transitioning to a business that monetized. Dan was of the mindset that he was volunteering his time in sunday school and people would see him in a different light if he began to charge. This was not the case and instead it gave his business credibility as he started to coach CEOs of large companies and Nashville celebrities. Dan also invests in himself and continues his learning and personal development.
“I have a formula that I recommend to people invest 3-5% of their income back into personal development.” – Dan Miller
New Possibilities and Opportunities Dan realized that you don’t always need the traditional kind of logistics to start a business. When Dan went through his horrendous business disaster it opened his eyes to many different possibilities. Dan approached the different ways you could expand a business by writing books, creating a course or giving a seminar.
“When I was freed from what I built that appeared to be a disaster, it opened my eyes.” – Dan Miller
High Level Mastermind Dan has always been part of a group of guys that shared ideas during a mastermind. He decided that he would start his own and started a high level personal mastermind and opened it up to invited friends. Dan now has opened an online community and intends to grow it to 2,500 members. At $36 per month, Dan will be making roughly $1,000,000. His business is always evolving and this is essential to Dan’s success. He is always building business and looking four years out.
“The worst thing for me is to get a business that is predictably successful and requires no new energy on my part. ” – Dan Miller
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Aaron Walker, Big A, is a 39 year entrepreneur, business owner, Dad and Husband. He leads a group of men in a Mastermind called ISI (Iron Sharpens Iron). As author of View from the Top, he outlines his journey in this episode.
Aaron Walker-God, Character and Integrity Aaron grew up in a very poor household but his dad taught Aaron about character and integrity. Aaron started working in a pawn shop at 13 years old. At age 18 Aaron approached two men with money and proposed that they open a pawn shop together and they formed a business. God blessed the business fourfold and Aaron eventually sold his business and was retired at 27 years old.
“I go back and bought the pawn shop I started with, we spent 10 years building it up to four times the size it was.” – Aaron Walker
Pivotal Moment in Life Aaron’s life came to an abrupt halt when he struck a pedestrian crossing the street with his car and killed him. Aaron was devastated. He took five years off after selling the business again and went to counseling and surrounded himself with accountability partners and coaching. Dan Miller talked him into coaching and Dave Ramsey invited him to come do EntreLeadership Master Series. Aaron loved this and branched out on his own.
“About five years ago I started View From The Top and God has just blessed that.” – Aaron Walker
Significant and Successful Aaron prayed for guidance from God and began to look outward to enable him to help others. He found that the more significant that he was with others the more successful he has become. Aaron found that he could be significant and successful.
“How to live a successful and significant life.” – Aaron Walker
Having a Growth Mindset Aaron wants everyone to be encouraged to have a can do attitude. With education, training and a growth mindset. Don’t live a life of being afraid. Eliminate the fear in your life and you will be successful.
“Don’t ever measure yourself against anybody else because you will always be sorely disappointed; do your own thing, stay in your own lane and do what you’re called to do.” – Aaron Walker
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Eric Poulin is a business owner, faith filled Dad and husband along with being an entrepreneur. Listen to his story for why he describes persistence as the key.
Eric Poulin-Excitement for Life and Business Eric’s entrepreneurial experience started with his business venture by mowing yards. He always knew he wanted to be in business for himself. He now has his own business in the construction industry.
“I’m alive in 2018, I live in in the United State of America and I get to try new things almost everyday with my children and my wife through the margin of being a business owner.” – Eric Poulin
Why Construction? Eric’s family was in the contracting business and he had been around it most his life. His first experience on his own was a trash out on a foreclosure for a realtor. Eric spent 2 weeks cold calling in Nashville.
“It wasn’t long before I had more work than I know what to do with.” – Eric Poulin
The Use of Technology Making it easy for your clients is essential. Eric was young and worked hard. He edged out his competitors by using technology. There were still companies in the business faxing proposals and Eric used software to communicate with his clients which differentiated his business positively from others.
“I was young enough not to be afraid of technology and used it for my benefit.” – Eric Poulin
Perplexing Challenges The biggest challenge Eric faced was surrounding himself with crews that clients needed. He went through many crews before they found the right guys to work with that would provide for their clients.
“Surrounding yourself with the right people is key and is very difficult at first.” – Eric Poulin
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Business Owner Freedom is a weekly podcast for created for small business owners. Some of the podcasts are interviews and a portion are topic based. We invite you to join us weekly to obtain multiple points of view. If you have specific questions, please reach out to us at askgreg@gregorygray.com.
Business Background The thought of going and getting a job instead of running your own business is a thought that sometimes crosses a business owner’s mind. Getting your business where you want to be is finding your way to a freeing lifestyle.
“Sometimes you hear the acronym J.O.B.-just over broke.” – Gregory Gray
Exciting and Rewarding Remember your purpose of starting a business and why you made that decision. Reflect on how you arrived at that decision and what spurred you to go out on your own. The majority of millionaires come from being business owners.
“Being a business owner is exciting, it is rewarding.” – Gregory Gray
Vision Story Those individuals that want to start a business are coached by Greg’s to create a vision story and decide what your ultimate goal. Determine the style of business you want to run, the size of the business, and how the business will affect your family. Decisions need to be made on the front end.
“Structure your business around what you enjoy.” – Gregory Gray
A Growing Business Greg talks about how to structure your business whether you want to be in your business daily or have someone else run your business. The culture is also part of your vision. Having a clear vision will change your business and your life.
“Take specific actions, intentional actions towards your vision.” – Gregory Gray
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Kent Lewis is the President and Founder of Anvil Media. He shares his story with you, along with some great insights into digital marketing for the Small Business Owner. Listen for his Jerry McGuire moment.
Kent Lewis-Passion For Small Businesses As President and Founder of Anvil Media, Inc., Kent is responsible for ensuring the company is living its mission and vision by managing overall corporate strategy, including operations, business development, sales and marketing. Kent specializes in analytics, search engine and social media marketing services, Anvil is a digital agency which provides measurable marketing that moves clients’ businesses forward.
“My true passion is helping small businesses, of course the big clients pay the bills as well, but helping small businesses play against big companies and digital marketing flattens the field.” – Kent Lewis
Where Do I Start? When starting the process of marketing Kent recommends that you create a level of awareness and keep the customers engaged. Knocking on doors for follow-up isn’t easy but necessary. Your company must have a website; most small businesses use WordPress.
“While most companies focus on sales for growth, I’m suggesting focusing on delighting your current customers.” – Kent Lewis
The Three C’s Kent specializes in Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and advises that your website should include the following:
- Content
- Code
- Credibility
Listen to this podcast where Kent explains this in detail.
Standard Best Practices Depending on your audience and goals of your business, Anvil Media is a great resource to use. Kent and his team can assist you on your business journey and bring exposure.
“Brands are built on public relations and defended by advertising.” – Kent Lewis
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Brian McRae is a networking and relationship expert. He is a man of integrity and faith. He will walk you through how he identified a new business opportunity by taking action to grow his original business.
Business Background Marc currently is a straight commissioned employee of a local community based bank that does nationwide lending on the residential side. As part of his job he must build relationships and bring clients to the bank. In doing so, Brian became passionate about helping others and focuses on the concepts of studying, practicing and teaching.
Building a Coaching & Consulting Business Marc built a coaching and consulting business derived from his first business that was based around influence. He created Mastermind St. Louis, a networking event that discusses various topics in personal leadership, productivity and referral marketing.
“I love sharing, I love teaching; it’s really a coaching type event.” – Brian McRae
Need for Quality Working at a stable company and in the mortgage space for 16 years, Marc has a real passion for helping people with their mortgage needs. He was surprised by the need for good quality representation in a community.
“Providing good quality information that keeps them coming back; attendees were eating up the material and that fulfilled that need.” – Brian McRae
A Growing Business Marc’s Mastermind St. Louis began to grow. He started with 15 members and now has 280 members. As the event grew, people wanted to start reserving seats and sponsoring the event. Marc and his team run 11 events a year on the 3rd Thursday of every month taking off December.
“Running an event that is changing the way that business is done in that community; it’s being done in an authentic way with a giving heart.” – Brian McRae
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Patty Denny and her husband own and operate several Auto Collision Centers in the Pacific Northwest. She shares great insight into lessons learned along their journey. Listen for the one thing she would do differently.
Collision Industry Adventure Patty’s husband has always been in the collision business. He learned the trade from his father. They recently celebrated their 35th Anniversary in the business, April 1, 2018. They started with with 1 body chop and grew each year. They are not part of a franchise. Their daughter has been in the collision business with them for the 35 years they have been operating.
“The small businesses had the challenge of competing against the big MSO’s, now we are a bigger force to compete with the franchise.” – Patty Denny
Biggest Challenge Finding quality and reliable workers has been their biggest challenge. Patty attributes this to high schools taking out teaching this trade and dad’s aren’t teaching their children anything out in the garage anymore.
“The collision world or any trade that uses their hands and their head is a dying breed.” – Patty Denny
Training Quality People Patty and her husband are trying to work with vocational schools to help grow young people interested in this field. Schools are teaching the basics, but they are trying to hone their skills. They will job shadow to garner interest, some businesses will pay for their vocational school to get certified, but the young person must have the desire.
“Vocational schools teach the basics and then they get on-the-job training, especially the technology side; last 20 years our youth have not been getting hands on training like they used too.” – Patty Denny
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Not a Good Fit Gregory answers the question of an existing employee of several years not complying with the new culture initiative and the business’s new vision. He explains at one time this employee was a good employee and met the standard and now the company is moving in a different direction and has implemented clear expectations. The employee is struggling to meet expectations now and is not a good fit now since the business is following their vision. Greg says it’s imperative to address this behavior swiftly.
“If an employee whether they have been there ten plus years or whether they’ve been there only a few months and they don’t meet the values of the organization, there there is no fit.” – Gregory Gray
Addressing Non-Compliant Behavior It is essential to the culture of a business to address non-compliant behavior. You must ask yourself the following:
- Have you made clear expectations?
- Does the employee understand the values?
- Is the employee capable?
Business Owner Freedom advises to sit down with the employee and show them what expectations they are not meeting. Give them a timeframe to improve and list the behaviors that must change.
“As long as it’s nothing illegal, unethical or immoral, you can address it this way, First step is a verbal warning, second step is in writing and third step is termination.” – Gregory Gray
Hiring to Fit the Culture Gregory advises that you have a 7-12 step hiring process. You will learn more about the candidate. Here are the three main steps that Greg uses:
- Background Checks
- Interview Process
- Assessments
Always repeat the vision, values and expectations throughout the interviews. Reach out to Gregory with questions at askgreg@gregorygray.com
“It is easier to train skill, so hire on personalities, attitudes and culture fit.” – Gregory Gray
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Mark Hawk is Senior Director with Legal Shield as an Independent Representative. Mark has been on an unplanned but successful entrepreneurial journey the past several years. He will give some great insight into what he experienced.
Excitement Everyday Mark lives in the Jackson, TN area and has a mission everyday to help people. He is a believer and a family man. Mark gives thanks to GOD and his mission is to help people. His business, Legal Shield helps people with identity theft protection, affordable legal access and small business development.
Business Journey Mark was a second generation pastor and was not entrepreneurial minded. He was recruited and soon realized he had the vehicle to help people. The journey entailed a massive transition for Mark but he never gave up.
“It’s all about helping people, that is what drives me and what gets me going.” – Mark Hawk
Biggest Challenge Mark’s biggest challenges were shifting his entire mindset from employee to entrepreneur. He is an independent contractor, so it is sink or swim, or you don’t get a paycheck. In addition, Mark says staying focused and being consistent is essential to his business. Being in sales and marketing is difficult.
“When you get a regular paycheck it’s easy to lose focus and drift.” – Mark Hawk
Transforming Your Business Mark indicates that the one thing that would catapult his business is having insurance brokers finally recognizing the value added of Legal Shield. This company provides a membership for legal access for a monthly fee. If insurance brokers included this as a benefit in their packages it would take Mark’s business to the next level. Mark offers classes and trainings that can help your small business and your employees with identity theft protection, affordable legal access and small business development and would be happy to help you in any way he can. His contact information is below
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Business Owner Freedom coaches, educates and inspires CEO's, Executives and Business Owners to achieve freedom of time, money and purpose, while removing chaos and overwhelm from your business. We do this together through focus and clarity on the priorities of a highly developed Vision Story and Strategy. Together, we will build an incredible culture, dynamic leaders and powerful teams. We also systematize the business through processes to create sustainability. The end result is a predictable and growing business with a lifestyle you desire. If you have specific questions, please reach out to us at askgreg@gregorygray.com.
Defining Culture When defining culture, Gregory looks at it from the employees and customers perspective as they are defined differently. Culture encompasses relationships within a business. From the leadership perspective, Gregory challenges the leader by asking if they are intentional about the culture in their business. He also asks if you talk about the culture and do you have a clear list of values and a vision story that articulates what culture you want for your business.
“Culture is the conscious of your business.” – Gregory Gray
Why Culture is the Big Differentiator Greg explains through visual examples to show that people and processes are key instruments in your business. They must work congruently together and both must move in the same direction. As they work together it affects your purpose in business. Purpose leads to profits and performance.
“You will not achieve your purpose unless your people and processes are working congruently together.” – Gregory Gray
Building an Intentional Culture Business Owner Freedom focuses on being introspective as a leader. You can change the culture of any business by setting your vision story and asking your team to uncover your blind spots as their leader. Gregory also challenges listeners to take action by asking yourself as a leader the following questions:
- Do you have regularly established meetings?
- Have you asked your people about the culture of your business?
- If Gregory Gray were to walk into your business, what do you think he would garner about the culture?
“You’re gonna have a culture whether you work on it or not so you might as well spend a little bit of time and intentional effort and have a great culture.” – Gregory Gray
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Business Owner Freedom is a weekly podcast for created for small business owners. Some of the podcasts are interviews and a portion are topic based. We invite you to join us weekly to obtain multiple points of view. If you have specific questions, please reach out to us at askgreg@gregorygray.com.
Small Business Platform Gregory Gray left the corporate world to start a consulting adventure. Gray Solutions LLC creates a platform for the small business owner. Small business owners don’t have the time or resources that the big businesses do; hence the need for small business owners to garner and share knowledge with those businesses similar in size and resources.
Attributes of a Successful Business Business Owner Freedom will take you on a journey to share the attributes of a successful business. They will focus on vision, people, processes and even profits. The end result is to provide clarity so the overwhelming chaos is decimated and freedom is clear.
“We want to provide freedom; freedom of time, freedom of money, and even freedom of purpose..” – Gregory Gray
Goals of Business Owner Freedom In order to help you achieve success, Business Owner Freedom has the following goals:
- Tools
- Resources
- Inspiration
“Focus on running the business instead of the business running you.” – Gregory Gray
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