Grow Sell and Retire: Recent Episodes

Bart Dalton

Business and Life Success tips for LAZY over-achiever.
This podcast gives you the tips it took me 20 years to get right! Your business can be a lonely place, but hugely rewarding! In Grow, Sell and Retire, my goal is for you to have the tools available to make things happen in your business to create real change. Your business has two rockets and this is the ROCKET FUEL to bring you one step closer to feeling wealthy.

B.D. interviews Stacey Brown Randall, who he likes to call the referral ninja.

Feeling stuck when it comes to referrals? Want to finally unlock the secret to consistent, high-quality business growth—WITHOUT having to awkwardly ask or pay for leads? The “Referral Ninja” herself, Stacy, just dropped ALL the gold on our latest episode of Grow, Sell and Retire!

Tune in as Stacy shares: 🌱 Her proven strategies for building a REFERRABLE client experience (it’s NOT just about doing great work!) 💡 The real KPIs you MUST track to know if you’re missing out (and how to skyrocket your ROI) 💌 Creative ways to wow clients that actually turn them into referral machines 🧠 The #1 mistake that’s leaving referrals and $$$ on the table… and HOW to fix it 🔥

Plus: What makes her technique binge-worthy for ANY business owner!If you’re tired of outdated, awkward referral tactics and want actionable, genuine ways to create lasting growth, THIS is the episode you can’t afford to miss.

Website:
Her main website, which features both her books and more about her methodologies, is:
https://www.stacybrownrandall.comBook – The Referable Client Experience:
More details and purchasing options for her latest book can be found here:
https://www.referableclientexperience.comLinkedIn:
You can connect with Stacy directly on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/stacybrownrandall

Welcome to another episode of GSR Place! This time, host B.D. Dalton is joined by Walter Crosby—Michigan Wolverine, B2B sales expert, and the voice behind the "Sales and Cigars" podcast with over 225 episodes under his belt. Walter’s journey from fending for himself in the wild world of sales in New York City to coaching teams to boost their numbers by up to 43% is nothing short of inspiring. Together, B.D. and Walter dive into the realities of building and coaching successful sales teams, the must-have traits for high performers, and the common mistakes business owners make when hiring and managing salespeople. Get ready for actionable advice on hiring, training, and retaining the best sales talent, plus Walter’s take on the most expensive mistakes you can make in sales—and how to avoid them. If you’re looking to grow your business or just sharpen your sales edge, this conversation is packed with straight talk, useful takeaways, and a touch of Big Ten rivalry. Tune in and let’s get growing!

https://helixsalesdevelopment.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/walterlcrosby/

On today’s episode of Grow, Sell and Retire, I sat down with Scott White, the Life Is Too Short Guy, to talk about how real happiness isn’t just about chasing success—it’s about perspective, gratitude, and the small changes we make every day. Scott shares powerful, practical tips like starting your morning with gratitude, smiling more, and investing in your social network. The big takeaway? Success follows happiness, not the other way around. Life is too short—so shift your mindset, build those relationships, and enjoy the journey.

https://www.lifeistooshortguy.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottewhite2/

B.D. Dalton sits down with Steven Puri—a battle-tested entrepreneur who’s raised over $21 million, and whose career spans iconic film studios like DreamWorks, 20th Century Fox, and Sony. Steven shares his fascinating journey from being the son of two IBM engineers and a “code monkey” in his teens, to working at the intersection of creativity and technology in Hollywood, to founding the Suka Company—a company devoted to helping people maximize productivity and happiness, especially in our new world of remote work.

Together, B.D. and Steven dive into actionable strategies for thriving in hybrid and remote work environments, drawing on lessons from both the film and tech industries. They talk about the importance of deep work and flow states, why company culture and vision can’t be outsourced, and how leaders can blend in-person and remote collaboration for maximum creativity and productivity.

Steven also opens up about his motivation for starting Suka, the art of timeboxing, and what it really takes to make progress on your biggest goals.Whether you’re an entrepreneur, remote team leader, or just craving some inspiration for leveling up your productivity, this episode is packed with practical tips, memorable stories, and a healthy dose of good humor. So tune in for some wisdom, some laughs, and maybe even the permission to finally delete those “fat clothes” from your closet!

https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-puri/
https://www.thesukha.co/

Ever wondered if chasing that first million is really worth it? On today’s GSR episode, B.D. sat down with Lucy Cohen, founder, author, and champion of doing business differently. We talked about why focusing on what truly matters—like time, freedom, and personal fulfillment—often beats fixating on big revenue targets. Lucy shared her journey from disrupting traditional accountancy with subscription models to building systems that scale. Her biggest tip? Pay yourself first and build for the business you want tomorrow, not just today. If you’re ready to rethink growth and put yourself back at the center of your business, this episode is for you!

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucycohen/

Have you ever wondered what it takes to build a real community, create a movement, and make a true impact—while still having a ton of fun? Don’t miss the latest episode of GSR Place, where our host B.D. sits down with the unstoppable Ben Keane: founder of Rebel Book Club, RAAISE (helping fund climate change startups), and Superfli!

From living on a remote island in Fiji to launching a decade-strong book club, Ben shares jaw-dropping stories, game-changing lessons on tribe-building, and the secrets behind turning big ideas into REALITY.

🌎📚Get ready for candid conversations about: ✨ The wild origin story behind Rebel Book Club ✨ Why building a community beats just chasing customers ✨ Making what the world really needs (not just another product!) ✨ Startup wisdom you’ll ACTUALLY want to try.

This episode will inspire you to stop scrolling and take action on your boldest ideas.

https://benkeane.com

When it comes to thriving in life and business, it’s not just about what you do—it’s about where you do it. In today’s session with Ryan Frederick, we unpacked why your environment, community, health, and finances are all shaped by the places you choose—whether you're launching a company or planning your next chapter in life. The right place can fuel your happiness, connections, and success. Don’t just plan your finances—plan your place. Take three minutes for a 'place check'—it could change the way you work and live!
👉 https://www.here.life

Want to master the art of negotiation in business and life? In this episode of the Grow, Sell and Retire podcast, I sat down with Molly Bloomquist—a 20-year US government vet turned negotiation expert. Molly shared game-changing insights on preparing for negotiations, the power of silence, reading body language, and the importance of empathy and sincerity. Her secret? Active listening, staying flexible, and making real human connections to achieve the best outcomes. If you want to level up your negotiation game, you’ll want to hear Molly’s top tips!
www.mollyblomquist.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/molly-blomquist/

Welcome to another episode of GSR Place, where host B.D. Dalton digs deep into the secrets of growth, marketing, and personal branding for the “lazy overachiever." In today's episode, B.D. is joined by the incredible Stacy Cohen—a seasoned entrepreneur and PR/marketing agency owner from New York with over 25 years of experience.

Introduced by Allison Kluger, Stacy shares her dynamic journey, starting as a 14-year-old home waitress all the way to writing two books on personal branding: “Brand Up” and “Brand Up 2.0.”Together, they dive into the value of building your personal brand early, the importance of authentic self-reflection, and the power of going beyond the average to truly set yourself apart—no matter your field.

Stacy explains her signature Discovery, Development, and Delivery framework for branding, dishes out actionable advice for amplifying your value (without bragging!), and offers real-world stories of branding wins and lessons learned.Listen in for practical strategies, inspiring stories, and Stacy’s Brand Up Challenge—guaranteed to get you thinking differently about how you present yourself to the world. Whether you’re a student, a business owner, or a professional hungry for growth, you’ll walk away with tips you can use right now to strengthen your brand and seize new opportunities.Let’s jump in!

In this episode, host B.D. Dalton is joined once again by Robert Siegel, lecturer at Stanford’s Graduate School of Business, investor, operator, and now author of “The Systems Leader.”

Together, they dive into the crucial role that systems—and the leaders who master them—play in guiding both billion-dollar companies and small businesses through today’s constant change and crisis.Robert shares insights from eight years of research, unpacking the five key “cross pressures” that challenge modern leaders, from balancing innovation with execution to navigating global turbulence.

Drawing from stories of CEOs at companies like Accenture and Waste Management, Robert and B.D. explore real-world examples of how the best leaders operate at the intersection of competing priorities, make tough choices with humility, and find purpose amid chaos.Whether you’re managing a massive team or just starting out, this conversation offers practical tools, reflective questions, and actionable advice to help you become a systems leader—one who doesn’t just survive the new normal but thrives in it. So sit back, get ready to learn, and discover how to grow, sell, and retire on your own terms.

Welcome to another episode of the Grow, Sell and Retire podcast! In this engaging conversation, host B.D. Dalton sits down with the dynamic Carrie Freeman, whose career journey has taken her from the clean rooms of Intel’s state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities, to spearheading sustainability and community engagement initiatives, and even to running a sparkling wine business. Together, they dive into how Carrie made her bold leaps across industries, what she’s learned about leading purpose-driven businesses, and the million-dollar insights she’s gained along the way.

Carrie shares valuable lessons on building impactful, sustainable companies—drawing from her experiences at Intel, her work driving social innovation at Second Muse, and her most recent foray in the wine industry. The episode is packed with actionable advice, including how to energize teams, make better business decisions, and focus on what truly matters as a leader. Whether you’re looking to reinvent your business, get inspired by stories of transformation, or just curious about what a pantyhose factory tour is like, this episode is not to be missed!

Find Carrie here for speaking and other engagements. https://www.linkedin.com/in/carrie-freeman/

Health & Profits: The Productivity Connection In a revealing conversation with B.D. Dalton II, Dr. Pat shared groundbreaking insights on the direct connection between health optimization and business profitability. What began as an observation of struggling professionals in Boston evolved into a comprehensive approach that's transforming how forward-thinking companies view wellness programs. Rather than promoting health as merely a lifestyle benefit, Dr. Pat demonstrated how targeted interventions like gut health improvement and detoxification directly enhance workplace productivity, decision-making quality, and client-facing presence—all measurable factors that impact the bottom line.

The interview took a fascinating turn when B.D. pressed Dr. Pat on implementation strategies for busy organizations. Dr. Pat outlined her proven framework, including annual team health assessments that identify productivity gaps, engaging health challenges with clear business metrics attached, and establishing the right internal champions who can communicate ROI to decision-makers. A compelling case study revealed how one company's accounting department experienced a 64% error rate reduction and 31% faster project completion after implementing these targeted health interventions—without any other operational changes.

Perhaps most valuable for B.D.'s business-focused audience was Dr. Pat's practical approach to health as a competitive advantage in client relationships and networking. She explained how the face-gut connection impacts first impressions during sales meetings, while improved cognitive clarity enhances negotiation outcomes. "The most overlooked profit center in your business isn't a department or product line," Dr. Pat concluded, "it's the untapped potential of your team's mental and physical performance." This perspective offers business owners a refreshing framework: strategic health investment as a direct path to improved financial performance rather than simply another wellness initiative.

Forget the outdated concept of retirement! Wealth management veteran Russ Hill (with 55 years of industry wisdom) shares game-changing strategies for business owners who want more than just a long life—they want a purposeful, profitable one. Drawing from his 96-year-old travel agent mother's inspiring journey and Stanford's innovative "road atlas" for life planning, Russ reveals how today's entrepreneurs can build businesses that support their health, wealth, and legacy. This conversation delivers practical wisdom on:
* Creating business transitions that preserve your purpose and passion * Protecting your most valuable business asset (your health) through strategic lifestyle investments * Building age-diverse teams that blend wisdom with technical innovation * Establishing financial foundations that support longevity without sacrificing quality of life * Leveraging continuing education to stay competitive in rapidly evolving markets

Perfect for business owners who want to grow, sell, and thrive—without burning out along the way.

In this episode of the Grow Sell and Retire podcast, B.D. Dalton II sits down with branding expert Barry to dive deep into the world of differentiation in business. They explore the power of authenticity, consistency, and how understanding your unique selling points can skyrocket your brand’s market presence.
Barry shares his wisdom on:
- Why being real and consistent matters in branding
- How leaders shape a brand’s identity and boost employee loyalty
- The game-changing practice of refocusing on customer needs to drive market share
- How 'jam sessions' and active listening can unlock your team’s best ideas
- Using direct customer feedback to define your brand’s core strengths and avoid empty buzzwords like "quality" or "service"
🎯 Actionable Next Steps for Listeners:
- Identify your business’s unique qualities by asking your customers
- Define and name your differentiators—ditch the generic terms
- Share your brand identity with your team to boost retention and improve customer satisfaction
Barry’s transformation story of pushing a company’s market share from 30% to 70% by listening and responding to customer feedback will leave you inspired and ready to take action in your own business.
Tune in to learn how to differentiate your brand, inspire your team, and create a market presence that sticks!

How do you grow from $10 million to $500 million? Here's some tips.
Get ready for an energizing and insightful episode of the Grow Sell Retire Podcast, where B.D. Dalton sits down with the brilliant Melanie Dulbecco, CEO of Torani! In this episode, Melanie dives into her journey through the Liquor Era, Café Era, and now the booming Consumer Era, sharing what it takes to empower teams and lead them through growth and transformation. Her contagious energy and hands-on approach to leadership will leave you feeling inspired and ready to take on your own business challenges.
Melanie doesn’t just talk about success; she lives it! She discusses her philosophy of setting three-year plans to keep teams aligned and motivated, with a laser focus on actionable goals. Her insights into Torani's incredible journey, including how they looked to trailblazing companies like Cliff Bar for guidance when scaling from $50 million to $100 million, are invaluable for any business owner with big dreams of expansion.
Tune in to hear all about Melanie’s “Success Journeys,” where she gathers wisdom from those further ahead in their growth trajectory, and learn how you, too, can leverage the experience of others to power your own success. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to grow, scale, and empower their team like never before!

Want to learn secrets about improving your business image, enhancing your communication in the boardroom or just want ways to engage and motivate team members? This episode Allison Kluger, whose pedigree goes from Good Morning America to teaching classes along side American idols like A-Rod and Tyra Banks, gives so many tips from her life time of helping people communicate to sell and enthrall. You will have frame works to get team mates on board and give you the confidence to drive in the direction in your life you know you want to. Don't miss this awesome episode. More about Allison here https://www.allisonkluger.com/

In this episode of the Grow Sell and Retire podcast, B.D. Dalton sits down with Peter to delve into his remarkable career and his latest book, "Leading from the Jump Seat." With a background that spans 25 years as a Royal Air Force pilot and a collaboration with Simon Sinek, Peter brings a wealth of experience to the table. He explains the "jump seat" philosophy, emphasizing learning from every experience and sharing those lessons in an accessible way. B.D. is captivated by Peter's storytelling and eager to explore the practical insights from his book.
Peter shares an intense personal story from his time as a co-pilot, navigating an emergency with a novice captain. This incident underscores the vital themes of trust, teamwork, and leadership under pressure. The conversation expands to discuss the transition of leadership, the empowerment of others, and fostering a sense of belonging within teams. Peter highlights the necessity of aligning personal beliefs with organizational goals, building strong relationships, and creating an environment of mutual trust and support. For more from Peter, click here.

Hey folks! Tune in to the latest episode of B.D. Dalton's dynamic business podcast where he sits down with Glenn Kramon, the editorial genius from The New York Times and a seasoned Stanford professor. This episode is a goldmine for anyone looking to elevate their written communication game. Glenn shares his top tips, emphasizing the importance of standing out with his mantra, "Be one in a million, not one of a million." He also reveals the power of the PS as a secret weapon to engage and personalize your messages. The conversation is not just informative but also filled with lively banter and insightful anecdotes.
Glenn doesn't just stop there; he dives into the BLUF method—Bottom Line Up Front—stressing the value of getting straight to the point. His advice? "Get rid of the organ music before church. Get to the point. It shows respect." This episode is packed with practical strategies and engaging stories, making it a must-listen for anyone serious about mastering the art of communication. So, grab your headphones, hit play, and get ready to transform the way you write with insights from one of the best in the business!

Brain and Brawn: Two Powers of Herculean Business:
In this dynamic episode, B.D. Dalton II sits down with Robert Siegel to dive into the pivotal themes of digital transformation and systems leadership, as unpacked in Robert's enlightening book "The Brains and Brawn Company". They dissect how the most successful firms are those that effectively meld the digital with the physical, and how traditional companies can evolve to keep pace with rapid technological advancements.
Key Points Discussed:

Adapting to Business Changes: B.D. and Robert delve into the relentless evolution of the business landscape, highlighting the crucial role of leaders in steering their teams through the waves of change brought about by AI and global events like the Covid-19 pandemic. The necessity for leaders to develop both their cognitive and emotional intelligence is underscored.
Venture Capitalist's Insight: As a seasoned venture capitalist, Robert shares his three-fold criteria for investment: market potential, team execution capability, and business model defensibility. He lays out the attributes he values in CEOs and the strategic importance of corporate venture capital.
Expanding Knowledge: Robert advocates for broadening one's horizon through diverse sources of information, stressing the significance of staying abreast of technological trends and their business implications.
Technology and Systems Leadership: The conversation shifts to practical technology use and the overarching concept of systems leadership. Robert provides a peek into his upcoming book, aimed at equipping leaders to better navigate the complexities of modern business environments.

B.D. and Robert's discussion serves as a masterclass for modern entrepreneurs and established business leaders alike, offering insights and strategies to thrive in today's fast-paced and interconnected world. Tune in for a blend of practical advice, forward-thinking strategies, and leadership wisdom. More info on Robert Siegel
https://robertesiegel.com/

Want to Crush the Competition? Here is episode 3 of our mini Series from Dave Dodson.
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Small Business Strategy: Key to Growth
The discussion revolved around the importance of business strategy, especially for small business owners. B.D. and David spoke about the significance of strategy for business growth, even for companies with a small market share. David shared insights from their book, "The Manager's Handbook," and their collaborations with thought leaders such as Michael Porter. They emphasized that having a clear strategy can help businesses stand out in their respective markets. The conversation also touched upon the importance of forming a strong team to execute the strategy and understanding the market dynamics. David suggested that listening to the market and being open to advice are crucial steps in designing a successful strategy.
Market Insights and Strategy Focus
David emphasized the importance of gathering information from employees, customers, vendors, and competitors to better understand the marketplace. They highlighted the need for a specific definition of quality from the customer's perspective and the importance of sticking to a strategy. B.D. questioned the reluctance of companies to ask customers and competitors certain questions, such as why they do or don't exclusively buy from them. David explained the value of open-ended questions and the insights they could provide, as well as the role of trade shows in gathering information. They also stressed the importance of maintaining focus on the strategy without losing sight of the company's mission, vision, and values.
Integrating Leadership and Management Skills
David stressed the importance of integrating various skills of leadership and management, such as hiring and retaining good people, maintaining a focus on priorities, and adhering to quality, to achieve maximum performance. They emphasized that these elements should not be selectively applied but should work together. B.D. raised the concern of how to ensure that employees and clients understand and buy into the company's strategy, to which David responded that setting and maintaining priorities, saying no to distractions, and having specific tools in place can help maintain focus. B.D. shared their personal application of these strategies with clients and expressed plans to provide them with books on the subject.
Operating Plan Development Process
David explained the process of developing an operating plan, emphasizing that it's not merely a budget but a strategic document that outlines focus areas, priorities, and day-to-day operations. They highlighted the importance of involving key stakeholders in the planning process and seeking outside advice. David also stressed the need for leaders to communicate and emphasize the plan's importance throughout the organization. They shared examples of successful companies, such as Southwest Airlines, where all employees are aware of and committed to the operating plan.
Maintaining Corporate Culture and Strategy
B.D. and David discussed the concept of maintaining corporate culture and strategy. B.D. expressed interest in how to ensure a strategy continues to work, prompting David to explain the title of Chapter 21, "Walk behind the Tractor". They shared their father's experience of manufacturing pharmacy equipment, and how they would follow customers to understand their use of the product. David emphasized the importance of understanding the end user's experience, particularly for software companies, where the IT department may not fully understand the product's use. The discussion concluded with David explaining how companies can adapt the "walk behind the tractor" concept based on their specific needs.
Strategy and KPIs in Business Operations
B.D. and David discussed the importance of a clear and actionable business strategy, suggesting that it should be adjusted and honed as needed. David emphasized that this strategy should guide a business's daily operations and that the team must be aligned with it. They also highlighted the importance of selecting appropriate key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of the strategy. Using a lumber yard as an example, David explained that a business should identify its target market and tailor its strategy accordingly.
Key Performance Indicators in Business Strategy
David stressed the significance of setting the right Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in business strategy. They explained that if contra indicators arise, it doesn't necessarily mean the strategy is wrong; it could mean the KPIs are incorrect or the strategy is being implemented in the wrong way. They highlighted the importance of making adjustments early and not waiting until year three to recognize and adjust a wrong strategy. They also emphasized the need for business leaders to be willing to receive advice and surround themselves with a good board to bounce strategies off of.
Seeking Advice for Better Decisions
David emphasized the importance of seeking and taking advice to make better and faster decisions. They suggested a strategic approach to seeking advice, which includes structuring conversations to maximize value and building habits and norms within an organization to encourage decision-making and advice-taking. David also mentioned the concept of teachers and managers, advising to shift mindset to that of a teacher. The discussion concluded with David recommending Rob Siegel, a Stanford author, for a future podcast.
https://davedodson.com/

Michael Watkins gives the Lazy Over Achievers tactical strategies to make amazing things happen.
1. Navigating the Geopolitical Business Maze with Michael Watkins
In this eye-opening episode, B.D. Dalton II chats with the illustrious Michael Watkins, straight out of scenic Zurich. They dive deep into Michael's riveting new book, focusing on mastering the art of strategic thinking in the often unpredictable realms of geopolitics and business. Michael, a celebrated author and award-winning thinker, shares six key principles vital for any business leader. From the nuances of mental disciplines like pattern recognition and systems thinking to the crafty art of political savvy, this discussion is a goldmine for anyone looking to steer their ship through today's turbulent business waters.

Time Travel and Vision: Unlocking the Secrets of Business Success
Ever wondered what it would be like to witness Steve Jobs in action, crafting the vision for Apple or Pixar? Michael and B.D. take you on a journey of 'business time travel,' exploring how vision and execution shape the destiny of companies, big and small. Michael's insights into system thinking and the ripple effects of business decisions offer a unique perspective for listeners. Though a cliffhanger moment leaves us craving more, the dialogue here is a treasure trove for entrepreneurs and business leaders alike.
Global Trade and Pivoting: Lessons from the Real World
Get ready for some real-world drama as Michael recounts how a stuck ship in the Suez Canal and a volcanic eruption in Iceland threw global trade into chaos. This segment highlights the butterfly effect in global supply chains and the importance of adaptability and strategic pivoting in business. Michael's discussion with B.D. about strategic management, including fascinating examples like Airbnb and Instagram, illustrates the power of adaptability and the critical role of strategic thinking in leadership.
This episode is not just a conversation; it's a masterclass in strategic business thinking. Don't miss out, tune in, subscribe, and follow B.D. Dalton's 'Grow, Sell, and Retire' podcast for more such insightful episodes! 🚀🎧

Episode 2 of Crushing the Competition with Dave Dodson
This episode with is part of three episodes designed to deliver punch and focus in three parts The Manager's Superpowers, Employee Heroes and lastly, Leveraging Strategy
Dave Dodson is the guru behind the amazingly useful The Manager's Handbook (not boring; inside joke from original episode #134)

Employee Training and Development
B.D. and David discussed the importance of employee training and development in an organization. David emphasized that a manager's role is not just about managing but also about teaching and coaching employees. They highlighted that an employee can be a 'hero' within the company by excelling at their job. The discussion also touched upon the significance of decision-making skills, with David suggesting a process to help employees improve this skill.
Creativity and Productivity Framework
David and B.D. discussed the importance of having a clear process or system in place to guide employees' creativity and productivity. David explained that, contrary to taking away freedom, a framework actually allows for more creativity by giving a clear direction. They used the example of running a good meeting and hiring processes as instances where a system can enhance the creative process. B.D. brought up the idea of celebrating employees, and David suggested that true employee morale comes from a sense of teamwork and shared purpose, rather than superficial rewards.
Team Morale and Feedback Loop Debate
David and B.D. had a discussion about the importance of establishing a feedback loop to boost morale in a team. David emphasized the need to set priorities and reward team members who succeed, asserting that this approach would inherently boost morale. B.D. raised concerns about how to handle team members who might resent those being rewarded. This question remained unresolved by the end of the segment.
Success, Problems, and Coaching Strategies
David emphasized the importance of defining success and rewarding it. They also addressed the issue of handling people with more fundamental problems in the workplace. They suggested asking whether the problem lies with the player or the coach, focusing on behaviors rather than the person, determining if the problem is skill-based or attribute-based, and figuring out if the person is coachable. David shared their personal experience of using these methods to help a senior officer become one of the best CEOs they knows.
Hiring Process: First 100 Days' Importance
B.D. and David discussed the importance of the first 100 days in the hiring process, particularly in integrating new employees into the team. David emphasized the need to evaluate the initial decision to hire someone, including the risk of hiring a potentially unsuitable candidate. They also highlighted the importance of a structured transition for new employees, including comprehensive training and understanding of company norms. David concluded that successfully navigating the first 100 days significantly increases the likelihood of retaining talented employees long-term.
Employee Retention and Performance Management
David and B.D. discussed the challenges of employee retention in a competitive job market. David stressed the importance of not just keeping employees, but also ensuring that star performers are embedded within the company. They also discussed the evolution of management, moving from a system of rank and yank to a more sophisticated approach of measuring and coaching employee performance. David suggested that if a company has 10 people, it doesn't necessarily need to get rid of 2 or 3, but rather, focus on changing their behavior to ensure success. B.D. asked about the three key performance indicators (KPIs) David would focus on if starting a company. David suggested focusing on quality, the ability to attract and hire talent, and teaching the organization to manage distractions and stay focused.
Standing Out in Business: Shifting Roles and Creating Super Teams
David and B.D. had a conversation about the importance of standing out in business by doing more than the competition. David stressed the need for business leaders to shift their role from being a teacher to a coach, and to teach their team these skills. They also discussed the idea of creating super teams.
https://daviddodsonauthor.com/

Crushing Competition Ep 1 Management Superpowers Leadership Priorities B.D. and David engaged in a conversation about strategic management and the concept of 'employee heroes'. David shared their motivation behind writing their book, emphasizing the need for a practical handbook on leadership implementation. They highlighted the importance of consistent leadership and setting priorities, using the example of Sam Walton. B.D. praised the book and asked David to share more examples of 'superpowers in action'. David shared a story about the founder of Southwest Airlines and how focusing on a 10-minute turn helped save the airline from bankruptcy. They stressed the importance of setting and adhering to priorities, especially in times of crisis. David also discussed Steve Jobs' management style at Apple Computer, emphasizing their focus on setting and adhering to priorities, and their process of bringing key managers together to identify and focus on important tasks. Superpowers in Management: Focused Approach David and B.D. discussed the importance of a focused approach and the concept of 'superpowers' in management. David emphasized that the key to success is not merely relying on instinct or gut feel, but rather, adhering to a specific process that ensures optimal results. They cited examples from their own experience and research, underscoring the significance of critical skills such as effective hiring and feedback. B.D. shared personal anecdotes on how David's methods have positively impacted their organization, including the recent hiring of two new employees. Hiring Practices and Day Management Discussion David and B.D. discussed the importance of process-driven hiring in selecting top talent for their organizations. David emphasized the significance of a candidate's likeability and snappy answers in the hiring process, while also highlighting the need to focus on the outcomes a candidate can bring. B.D. questioned who was currently leading in hiring practices, with David mentioning Amazon and Mckinsey and Company as examples of companies with strong hiring processes. Additionally, David shared their strategy of condensing complex hiring information into a concise manager's handbook to make it more accessible for busy readers. Finally, the conversation shifted to the underrated skill of effective day management, a topic inspired by David's conversation with the COO of Disney. Productivity Tips From Harvard Study David shared insights from a study they conducted at Harvard, which revealed that CEOs have specific strategies to manage their day and filter out digital noise. They suggested a few tactics to improve productivity, such as reducing meeting times by 20 minutes and ruthlessly unsubscribing from distractions. They also emphasized the importance of setting limits on email-checking frequency. B.D. appreciated the advice, noting that implementing these tactics could save a significant amount of time. Powerful Questions and Employee Heroes B.D. and David discussed the importance of asking powerful questions in management, with David referencing Steve Jobs' habit of asking "What did you say no to today?" They also touched on the concept of creating employee heroes, emphasizing the role of teaching skills and embracing collaboration within an organization. The conversation ended with David highlighting the significance of teaching essential skills to the entire team, rather than relying solely on one individual's leadership.
Find more about Dave on https://daviddodsonauthor.com/

In this awesome GSR podcast we learn to get back to basics to get stratospheric returns from your next event. Nick Gray gives B.D. and the Lazy Over Achiever massive top tips on making the 2 Hour Cocktail party your next and best event ever.

Networking Events: Focus on Interests, Not Resumes
1.In this engaging episode, B.D. Dalton II chats with Nick Gray, a renowned entrepreneur and author, about the evolution of networking events. Nick shares his journey from launching a multimillion-dollar business to mastering the art of networking. He emphasizes the significance of organizing events that cater to the interests of attendees, rather than their professional resumes. They both express their distaste for traditional networking norms and advocate for events centered around genuine human interactions.

Event Attendance Strategies Discussed
The conversation shifts to strategies for boosting event attendance and engagement. Nick advises choosing mid-week days for events to avoid the weekend rush and stresses the importance of clear communication regarding event timings. B.D. inquires about effectively conveying these details to attendees, and Nick underscores the need for setting expectations early, including specifics about name tags and icebreakers.
Team Building and Icebreakers
B.D. shares an innovative team-building exercise involving a quickfire business plan creation. The discussion then moves to icebreakers, with Nick suggesting simple, inclusive activities to help introverts feel at ease. They agree on avoiding complex or controversial topics, focusing instead on creating a welcoming and judgment-free environment.
Event Hosting Advice From Nick to B.D.
Nick offers B.D. valuable tips on event hosting, including the importance of rapport building and the benefits of hosting intimate events at home. They share experiences of meeting influential individuals through these events and discuss the advantages of small, conversation-focused gatherings.
Social Event Hosting Strategies
Nick and B.D. delve into the nuances of hosting social events. Nick advocates for small, carefully curated gatherings, emphasizing the quality of interactions over the quantity of attendees. They discuss personal invitation strategies and the balance between conversation and other event elements.
Event Planning Strategies and Follow-Up Tactics
The episode wraps up with Nick outlining his upcoming event in New York and sharing effective strategies for generating interest and managing follow-ups. They highlight the importance of timely party closure and efficient contact exchange, using modern platforms for event management.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in elevating their networking and event hosting skills, packed with practical advice and insightful strategies from Nick Gray.
More about Nick and buy his book here: https://nickgray.net/

In the latest "Grow Sell and Retire" episode, B.D. Dalton II is joined by Jeanne, a dynamic consultant and coach renowned for aiding coaches and consultants in skyrocketing their sales. The episode delves into Jeanne's eclectic career journey, beginning as a fashion designer, then venturing into acting and executive recruitment on Wall Street. After overcoming numerous challenges, Jeanne transitioned into a successful online coach, mastering organic marketing to triumph over debt and achieve impressive financial success. Their conversation highlights the importance of monetizing skills and expertise, showcasing Jeanne's role as a 'knowledge broker' and the significance of a positive money mindset. For more about Jeanne's journey and insights, visit her website at www.jeanneolmor.com
The discussion also focuses on practical strategies for goal-setting, client acquisition, and taking high-impact actions in business. Jeanne emphasizes the need for clear goals, overcoming the fear of investment, and prioritizing actions that directly generate revenue. The irony of underutilized sales opportunities in the digital era is also discussed, stressing the importance of proactive client engagement. This part of the conversation is pivotal for listeners eager to refine their business strategies and achieve tangible results.
Wrapping up the episode, B.D. and Jeanne touch upon the significance of ending the year on a high note, with strategies to make December a high-performing month. B.D. shares insights into his diverse business ventures, including consulting, financial advising, and innovation labs for automotive companies, and plans for upcoming projects. This blend of personal success stories and practical business advice makes for an inspiring and informative episode, perfect for entrepreneurs and business enthusiasts alike.
Link to find Jeanne here:
https://jeanneomlor.com/

"I called his book boring... It was anything but and his idea that Crushing your competition has a formula was awesome. This is a no BS chat with David Dodson who shows us the 5 traits and practical tools that we need to build a formidable business. This based on years of research, hands on application and interviews with CEOs from Apple, Southwest Airlines and many more.

Success tips for the Lazy Over Achiever.

B.D. Dalton and Wayne Mullins Grow Sell and Retire Podcast

Top tip: When a team member brings you, the owner, a problem "Ask don't answer"
To learn more about serial entrepreneur and all around great guy Wayne's secrets, listen to the podcast.

B.D. Dalton conducted a discussion with Wayne Mullins, who operates out of Alexandria, Louisiana. Wayne shared his entrepreneurial journey, explaining that his marketing and business degree led him to the sales profession, which eventually enabled him to start his own business. The name of his company is based on a quote from ad agency founder David Ogilvy, emphasizing the importance of effectiveness over aesthetics in marketing.

Mindset, Culture, and Entrepreneurial Tension
Wayne discussed the importance of mindset and continuous effort in building a high-performance culture within creative sectors, contrasting it with the common entrepreneurial mindset that views team members as a necessary evil. He emphasized that culture requires ongoing attention and effort, and highlighted the tension between alignment and autonomy. wayne suggested that to reset or reprogram an existing, perhaps successful, but culturally adrift company, an apology from leadership for allowing the culture to slip and for becoming complacent is necessary. He stressed the importance of clarity on expectations and avoiding the path of least resistance. wayne also suggested that entrepreneurs should avoid being a hero all the time and instead empower others to help solve problems.

Encouraging Self-Sufficiency for Leadership Development
Wayne discussed the importance of shifting from being the sole answer provider to encouraging team members to think for themselves. He shared his method of asking questions instead of providing immediate answers, emphasizing the value of fostering leadership qualities among team members. He also acknowledged that this approach may initially result in more mistakes but stressed the importance of tolerating these mistakes as part of the learning process.

Strategic Marketing & Daily Improvement
B.D. and wayne discussed the significance of strategic marketing, particularly in challenging times. wayne emphasized the value of strategic thinking and compared it to building a boat from a box of Legos. He also stressed the importance of daily incremental improvement. wayne shared his philosophy of daily improvement and the compounding effect of small, consistent steps. He emphasized the necessity of seeking and applying good advice, tailored to the company's current stage. He advised against getting distracted by long-term goals and instead urged staying mindful of short-term objectives.

Entrepreneurial Efficiency: Daily Routine Discussion
wayne shared his philosophy of maintaining a consistent daily routine, which he found to be highly efficient and effective as an entrepreneur. He revealed that he follows the same morning and evening routines every day, which he likened to "capstones" that structure his day. His routine includes meditation, reading, and physical exercise. He also touched upon the power of affirmations in his routine, even if not directly. B.D. asked about the specifics of wayne's routine, but the details were not provided in the transcript.

Diverse Thought, Shared Goals: Managing Conflict in Growth-Mindset Teams
B.D. and wayne discussed how to handle conflicts within a team that has diverse thought processes but shared goals. wayne emphasized the importance of incremental progress and a growth mindset, and how these principles can unify a team regardless of personal routines or ethos. He also talked about the range of clients they work with, from startups to large corporations, all of whom are growth-oriented and willing to challenge the status quo. The conversation ended abruptly without a clear conclusion.

Book Recommendations and Consistency in Reading
Wayne Mullins discussed his reading habits, mentioning "The Mountain Is You" by Brianna Weist and "The Choice" by Dr. Edith Edgar as particularly powerful books. He emphasized the importance of consistency, stating that it leads to remarkable outcomes in all aspects of life. wayne also mentioned his website, ugmugmarketing.com, as the best place for connecting with him and his team. He recommended his Instagram account, @fireyourself, for more personal content.
https://www.uglymugmarketing.com/

The Who brought us Tommy the Pinball Wizard and now the GSR Podcast brings you Richard Blank who is the Word Wizard who loves Pinball from the heart of central America in Costa Rica. Richard brings his secrets and tips and tricks around engaging clients, building teams and making things happen to move your business to the next level.
Escucha bien y vas a ver Pura Vida the love of life and business Richard has for the people that surround him.

Do you wonder how Dragons think? Piers Linney is an investor, entrepreneur, ex lawyer, ex Banker, and full time driven person. He looks at the world through the lense of efficiency, drive and making things happen. His new focus is how AI will change the world of business, hopefully for the better.
Listen to the show and follow Piers all over the socials. #growsellretire #dragonsden

Always looking for ways to make you a Lazy Over Achiever, B.D. Dalton interviews award winning author and visionary John Mullins. His latest book, Break the Rules, looks at the 6 Mindsets of Entrepreneurs from the founders of Nike to Amazon to Tesla there are traits you can build and leverage. We all know that thsoe are business Gods, but John gives his years of insights and focus to tell us how to deliver at our best amplifying our top traits. If you want the book go here. https://break-the-rules.net/ I have read it twice already.

You can’t talk politics at work. Maybe that is the problem. Seth Radwell the author of American Schism talks about how it might be our job as business owners to have factual political dialogue at work. There are always at least two sides to every story and hearing the facts from the other side can make a big difference. Seth gives us the tools to have a fact-based non-aggressive discourse about topics that affect us as citizens. Check out the findings and more here at https://sethdavidradwell.com/

Your trust community can help you make the most out of all you do in business and life. So many of us forget to ask THE main question because we are too proud. MIke share his insights and thoughts he gained at Russell Athletic and Rawlings and many other companies. His thoughtful directness allows stakeholders to feel heard.

Victoria Jenn Rodrigeuz is the President and Founder of The Female Collaborative, a global network for progressive women focused on revolutionizing the way women work and do business together.
-Her expertise includes career and life coaching, talent and organization development, brand elevation.

Achieving your dream career is possible, but potentially long-winded. In this episode Mark Herschberg uses his experience of launching and nurturing start ups to help us learn how to navigate your career through negotiation, networking and more.

Specialising in leadership and creation of business value Claire Chandler taps into 25 years of people leadership, human resources, and business ownership to help the investment community identify the leaders and businesses of the future. Having experienced her own business failures Claire shares how she transformed into a success story in this episode.

Leveraging his experience as a stage actor Tyler Foley brings a unique perspective to the world of consulting and coaching. In his book 'The Power to Speak Naked' Tyler provides us with the toolkit to take to the stage confidently and passionately and shares his secrets of how to bring gravitas to every room you walk in to.

A short and sweet episode which will catch you up with everything you need to know in the world of tech, finance and digitalisation.
Chris Skinner is a global tech influencer and financial guru. This is not one to miss!

Entrepreneur and author John Meese shares his tips on how to ensure that your business can survive and thrive in any economic climate.

With over 20 years of experience Michelle has helped 1,000 + businesses recognise their true value in order to exit rich. As one of only 3 women to hold M&AMI Master Intermediary qualification in the U.S. Michelle is the leading authority on buying, selling, and improving businesses, as well as increasing a business’ revenue streams.

Learn the value of and how to generate True Referrals for your business. Stacey Randall shares her key tips for growing your business through a system of referrals. Having learnt the importance of referrals the hard way Stacey is Wonder Woman of them, creating 100's of referrals for her business each year.

Learning to be a leader is hard, in this episode Minter Dial shares with us his expertise on transformation teaching us how to become the leader of tomorrow, today. More about You Lead, How Being Yourself Makes You A Better Leader - https://www.minterdial.com/books/you-lead

💡 In the upcoming episode of the Grow Sell Retire podcast, B.D. Dalton II speaks with Max Borges on How to be Fan-F*cking-Tastic in Business and Life!

Max Borges runs a PR agency that works exclusively with consumer tech companies. With more than 80 clients including many of the top CE brands, Max Borges Agency has been on the INC5000 list of fastest growing companies 9 for 9 years

Check out Max's latest book on amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/0578838354/ref=cm_sw_r_fa_api_glc_fabc_DrYbGbP9T8C2N?fbclid=IwAR3RL0pY8k1b4xuvdQYF_GmnmBaOv-U1KrkYx4xxdnvevJeHuRazZPkeJiw

How To Be Fan-f*cking-tastic!: Practical advice on how to stop sucking at life and start being Fan-f*cking-tastic!

Dr. Alan Barnard is one of the world’s leading #Decision Scientist and Theory of Constraints’ experts. Alan, a serial entrepreneur, is the Founder and CEO of Goldratt Research Labs, a company he co-founded in 2008 together with Dr. Eli Goldratt, creator of Theory of Constraints.

Jimmy Leach, former HuffPost UK Editor-in-Chief shares his 30-years of experience working in the digital and media industry.

Rich Keller brings a unique approach to personal #branding. With CATALYST as his ‘One Word’ personal brand, Rich is on a mission to transform one million lives, ‘One Word’ at a time. He understands the challenges associated with trying to discover what makes you stand-out.

How to stop looking for work and let your next job find you. In these times of uncertainty due to Covid-19, Jeff proves that we can aim towards a clear North Star, and that is to be forever employable. What better antidote to fears about present and future work situations?

Revolutions start in weird places and at their heart you find passionate people. Devin Dvorak is one of them, Real estate is an old and controlled profession in the states, How do you make it easier and more engaging for buyers/seller and agents. Devin shares thoughts with me on how his team's platform and ideas are shaping the roads of the future.

Are there times when you feel like you are drowning in your business? Is your world always changing? Well, Kim Ades has been helping CEOs and business owners turn challenges into opportunities for more than 15 years. This is your chance to make sure that you always come back to your best self. You deserve this when it comes to just surviving to Really Really THRIVING! She has the question that if you ask yourself then you will take you to your next level.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimades/

Lucy Werner is all about telling your story and making sure that it is heard. There are so many secrets and tips in this episode. If you have a plan to promote your business this is the episode for you.

We are talking about your sales story with an experienced salesperson. Kylie Denton has worked with large banks, individuals and corporates. Here is someone who is giving you all the stories to make your clients have better outcomes. Have a listed because Kylie's stories are amazing.

Retirement is changing for us all and here are some of the top tips those looking to retire in a different way. Henry Tapper the father of AgeWage and Pension PlayPen gives us top tips on making sure we have the three key elements to make it more fun and fruitful. #retire #growsellretire

100th episode Part 2 Sell: Selling your business has never been easier or has it? Mark Tibergien has been helping companies merge, acquire, sell and grow using tried and tested methods. Listen to the best selling author and industry pundit about whats makes a business worth more and how to value your best assets. #m&a #mergers

100th Episode part 1 Grow: In today's age of the unicorn and gazelle companies are out of control when it comes to Venture capital, angel investors and over the top valuations. In this episode the man, the myth the legend John Mullins, author of Customer Funded Business and other iconic books gives us the 3 reasons we need to focus on selling more stuff versus funding more debt.
Enjoy this interview and look up Johns books they are amazing.

When it comes to making your business grow you need to sell more stuff. Mike comes up with three things that you need to STOP doing today to start feeling more successful. Social media a good thing or bad thing? We will tell you our view. Mike is now an entrepreneur in residence at CAS business school, so he knows his stuff. Get in here and have a listen.

Want to... look over there... not get... bright shiny thing... not get distracted? Nir Eyal the author and speaker who is a one-man focus machine is here to help the GSR Listeners go to your next level. He is working to make us Indistractable. Today we will give you the 4 things that you need to do to not feel like you have wasted your time on a daily basis. You do not need to throw away your phones, laptops or TVs. Grab a cup of coffee and a pen and lets get down and focus.
www.nirandfar.com and www.indistractable.com will take you to some more cool stuff.

Tom Cheesewright is a man who knows the future. Well, at least he is a man to ask about knowing the future. His book High Frequency Change talks about the secrets and hidden pitfalls of not knowing what to look out for in the future. Are you spending 1 day every 6 months focussed on the future of your business? If not you should listen to this. #futurist #profits #nosurprises

Ever had one of those days, weeks, or even a year?
Ever wanted to be at the top of your game? Do little things get in the way of making big things happen? David and I go through tips, secrets, and stories to help you make amazing things happen. You can fast forward your life with us here on the Grw Sell and Retire podcast and get closer to the lazy over achiever status.

Ever had one of those ideas that you thought would be good on Dragons Den or Shark Tank? Want to hear how the professionals take things from idea to making money. Dhruva gives us his insights in some ideas on marketing, testing, getting clients and building communities. We discuss WeWork and ways for you to get ahead of the game. He is also a pretty cool guy and delivers his thoughts on the things shaping tomorrow in his blog Random Ideas Out There.

Ever wanted to make your company even better than it is? Silly question isn't it? Mark Green tells us how he asks the questions that get 400 million dollar CEOs and teams get more from change, work and life. His book Activators is a great resource for the business owner looking to avoid or dig themselves out of the Growth Trap.

Want to type less and produce more? Need a way to turn off your phone without missing contact with the most important in your life? Here are my top 5 things I am doing right now to save myself 2 days a month in time and effort.

Ever wanted to start a Side Hustle and make more then you are making in your day to day job? Mark Kenny tells us how he went from mild mannered, overworked and a bit bores accountant/IT guy to property investor, educator and business man. Best of all he is working with his wife and has time for his exercise regime and having a proper life. OH and he has a property empire too in 5 states and 100s of happy community members who learn from his team on how to build their empires. www.thinkmultifamily.com

Want to fire your banker? Build wealth? Think about markets in a different way. Mark Willis, amazon best selling author and top rated podcaster, talks about how to break the cycle of debt. Make your client the hero of the story. Make sure you tune in and track down more information on Notyouraveragefinancialpodcast.com

From Harvard to Belguim to Arizona, Rick Smith is trying to get rid of the need for bullets. He has come up with game changing ways to empower us. He also has some real prgmatic ways of looking at the business world. His book The End of Killing takes a look at making sure that humans can, at some point, live in a world without guns and war as we know it. Rick's helpful insights will take you to your next level and get you on target.

Do you have a love/hate relationship with money? Most of us do. Fanny and I will discuss some tools and ideas around getting to a better relationship with your wealth. If you plan to Grow, Sell and Retire then the sooner you get this sorted the better off you will be. https://fannysnaith.com/take-money-type-quiz/ Click here for some some fun and interesting money stuff.

Retire and Inspire co-authors share their stories of property investing problems to finding solutions that have allowed them to work with people like Anthony Robbins, creating wealth for their clients online. "We only have less than 100 years let's make them count and have fun."

For episode notes and useful resources, click here http://bit.ly/GSRPodcast

Have you ever had one of those days? OF COURSE you have. Tom Fortes-Mayer has been helping people go from Warrior to King for more than 20 years. It not all about deep breaths and inner peace. This is real life and building your focus for success, which isn't just money!!! Here is a big hammer for your Lazy Over-Achiever tool chest.

Do your clothes make you uncomfortable? Do they make others uncomfortable? Want to know the first three things the we humans look at to assess whether you are trustworthy? Here is my interview with Berith Sandgren-CLarke on 'What Shall I wear?' Lazy OverAchiever Massive....

The quote at the end makes it all come together. Jessica's ideas around making sure we are prepared for retirement from the inside resonate profoundly. There are so many time when we are playing a role that just takes us instead of us guiding it. Jessica uses her skills as a guide to make things happen for her clients and today she gives us, Lazy Over Achievers some of her super powers.

For regular bursts of inspiration, be sure to sign up to join the Lazy Over-Achiever's Club - sign up for free here http://bit.ly/BDCNewsletter

Where do cowgirls come from? If you said the actuarial profession then you might be a client of Retirement Coach Myles Smith. He has seen many of his client survive the "Monotony of retirement" by putting in place a plan. This is not about finances, it is about what makes you tick. Myles has seen many of his clients ride off into the sunset in amazing ways. Listen to the Retire Inspire 1 interview with my co-author. Let's make you the Lazy Over-Achiever you deserve to be.

INDY is all about making things happen for you and life. Andrew has worked with 100s of 50+ year olds and making sure that they live an amazing retirement and life prior to retirement. Sometimes it takes a crisis, but not for GSR listeners. Your road to Clarity startr here with Andrew and his audits. Sit back and get readyto make notes about a wealth mindset. www.bartdaltonconsulting.com

Have you ever looked around and said to yourself, "things are bad"? Have you felt so bad that you were given the rubbish territory on a sales team? Did you not get the right tools to make sure you could complete a task on time? Let's get Wild with Steven Shove! In this interview, he will explain why he left his high paying, high commitment job in London to set up adventures for professionals to find themselves and their WEALTH. Lazy Over Achievers will appreciate getting back to abundance.

Have you ever been trapped in a leadership role without the tools to pull yourself above water? Mike Davis-Marks offers first-hand ideas and tools to become better leaders, sharing what he has learned after 36 years as a submariner finishing off commanding the HMS Turbulent nuclear powered submarine. MDM's practical applications and easy to follow demeanour help you as a listener focus on being the type of leader you desire to be. Retire Inspire 1 coauthor brings us great things.

So what if you ahve all the money in the world and you can't enjoy it. Do you want to make sure that you can become a Super-Ager? Here are top tips from the man who has helped a 91 year old get rid of their walker permanently and brought the best out in his clients who travel the world to see him. My Grow Sell and Retire interview will look at making your WAKE UP CALL so you will be 4% better today.

Remeber when your grandma or mom or dad would read you stories and you would become so enthralled that you would want more and more? What if you could do that with your clients? Here is my interview with Sandy McDonald. She helps entrepreneurs tell their stories to sell more and make their lives easier and full of purpose. She is also a co author on Retire Inspire 1.

All of us want to retire. We just want to do it in different ways. Paul Wigley my co-author is going to share with you some of his tips, secrets and thoughts around making sure that you can retire in your Frank Sinatra style...My Way.... Get a piece of paper and let's listen to my interview with Paul Wiggley. It's about you and your wealth and your happiness.

Want to learn more about how machines will change your life? How do you save? What are the best invetments. Today's interview is all about how to make sure that you are interacting with the companies using AI and Machine Learning to save you time, money and effort.
Digital Human author brings us insights and fun.

Ready to immerse yourself into the digital age?

Tickets for Birmingham's best technology briefing, Disruption 2019, are on sale now!

http://bit.ly/Disruption2019

In this series of interviews with my coauthors on Retire Inspire 1, I will be taking into the minds of the people that brought you the best selling book. Vicki is one of the 25 most influential people in property according to the Telegraph. Is longevity killing our pesion pots? How do we make sure we can Grow, Sell and Retire better?

Hate borrowing money? Don't want to have too many people telling you how to run your business? John Mullins has written a book called The Customer Funded Business which takes us in depth into making a sustainable bootstrapped business that is less strapped for cash. Professor at London Business School. Find out more at www.johnmullins.com

The Entrepreneur's Godmother is here to give you a swipe with the magic wand of sales success. THe 4 Pillars of Sales will give you the basis to create your Lazy Over Achiever Status. Have you ever wondered why you couldn't close a sale or the prospect never called you back? Here are some tips to stop that from happening.
Hope you enjoy this awesome interview with the Entrepreneurs' Godmother. Alison Edgar.

Can't wait for the weekend? Want to make them even better? Here are a list of some amazing things to do on a Friday, and even more exciteing things not to do on a Friday to make your weak so much more productive. You can become the bext Lazy Over-Achiever and a milionaire(or multi) if you are there already. Make it an amazing day. Sales and business tips to make you have more fun and success.

Here are three things this Lazy Over-Achiever is doing to make it all come together. We are in such a rush and competing in a noisy world that if we work together and for the best interest of our clients that we will be wealthy. Here are 3.5 ideas to make your Friday and beyond a bit better. www.bartdaltonconsulting.com

Ever wanted to know more about social media and how we can use it to make better decisions and build better brands. Today we are going to the speak with Michelle Carvill about her thoughts and experiences from big brands, CEOs and maybe even a top Trump should be using social media to drive a better universe ahead.

We come into the world of bsuiness like warriors, but we wander around in he real world of business like Berzerkers. Swinging out swords attacking verything that moves. Use these three principles to focus your energy, Time and focus and give you back the option to become the "Lazy Over-Achiever that you deserve to be.

Computers interacting with us on an emotional level? Is it possible? Businesses being empathetic. Sounds like a distant future. Minter Dial's new book Heartificial Intelligence brings a new super heroe into your life! Ready to meet the man who will make you a better and more engaging person? Listen, Like, Love, and Share this great interview on the GSR Podcast www.bartdaltonconsulting.com

GSR listeners prepare to take notes and learn how you can be more effective and have more fun. Tim Buckle, part of Pro Steve Peters team will give us some points to work through and understand about our primal selves. Make sure you follow, like and subscribe.

SOmetimes we all have down times and as business owners and entrepreneurs we don't get to have time off or a team to cheer us on. So here is a list of three things that I know will work to get you back on track to make it all come back together You are amazing and moving in the right direction by listening to this podcast and learning on a daily basis. #sales #entrepreneur #millionaire #goals

We have just come out of a long, hot summer and here are some remedies for the doldrums that are being created by apathy with many of our customers.
This podcast will help you focus on sales, get better clients and use technology to clear your cobwebs out.

rev #technology #sales

What does the future hold for you and your business. My interview with Erik P.M. Vermuelen will dive into some of the nuances of the business and future worlds. We will discuss Robots, Artificial Intelligenece and what firms have to do to harness the energy of change.
Hope you will be able to learn more and enjoy this dicuss with this amazing Global Futurist. Find more about him on Linkedin and Medium.

If you want to make big wealth you need to align your values with your goals. Then you have to find clients that believe the same thing. On top of that you have to get your employees to Stand and Deliver like Adam Ant said.
You want secrets on how to make your Secret Sauce even more sticky. Listen to this. #change #profit #success

WIll your firm be consumed by the technology that is coming in from the future? Will you need to have AI in your business? Do your competitors already use it? Lets sit back and listen to Chris Herd about Entrepreneurs, FInTech, and the future of banking. Here to make you more knowledgable Lazy Over-Achievers. www.bartdaltonconsulting.com

This guy has mentored 100s of business owners and financial advisers. He sits on boards and is a fire commissioner. This guys is a level headed beast that everyone looks up to when it comes to making decisions.
Mentors are the people that will take you to your next level and Bart will tell us how to and not to work with a mentor.

mentor #business #millionairemindset #success

We all get over loaded, no matter how good we are there are points in our lives when we just need to say, ENOUGH! Here are some practical tips to make sure that you are able to recharge, refuel, refocus and get out ther and kick some culo again. We never live to admit when we have arrived at too much, but it happens to us all! Get more out of life here and become that lazy over achiever. www.bartdaltonconsulting.com

Oops he did it again. Simon Barry is back and dropping knowledge bombs on business, marketing, sales and entrepreneurs. We have fun on the show discussing how to make sure that you get the most out of you, your enegy and your business. Follolw Simon @eggwhisk on Twitter and you can learn more about him here on this awesome interview.

Want to learn how to build a plan to land more clients consistantly? Here are the secrets from teh lazy over-achiever. I want to make you stop choking on the big stage, There is a story here about one of my Soccer Heroes and his golf prowess, also references to an Alec Baldwin film. We are going to learn the 3 stage process to make things come together and stop you from choking and start landing ideal clients. www.bartdaltonconsulting.com

It is July and the Tour De France is in full effect. This podcast will give you three challenges to make your business stand on the podium of your success. Most people think that winning the Yellow jersey is the only objective. there are so many other ways to get noticeed, earn money and recognition in the Tour and the winner is just one. In your business it is the same. The big issue is that most of us have dreams that just stay dreams in our heads. Some of us are more advanced which means we have goals. Which are dreams written down. There are very few of us in the small and medium size business world that have Objectives which are goals that have specific times, details and amounts. Learn here how to pedal faster, work with your team and succeed at a high standard.

Want to know more about creating a great client experience? Learn more secrets about how the big guys are making sure their marketing and client experiences are creating a better bottom line. This is my fun interview with Blockchain, IoT and Tech enthusiast and all around fun guy, Fausto Dassenno. www.bartdaltonconsulting.com

Our clients come to us successful, to a level, they want to be more profitable, take holidays without worry, and be able to appreciate all their success. So much of what they do is great, but they don't know which part is the best. We have assembled a Launch Package to make sure that they get the opportunity to get to their Next Level quickly. How do they do that? Planning, engaging, and doing something on a regular basis. Here is your 3 Things Today plan. Get ready to blast off! #launchpackage and #wealthinsomnia

You gotta know when to,,, do a number of things that will make you a better sales person. You need to make the efforts to keep people's body language, eye contact and other tells in your observations. When you are trying to change people's lives sometimes it can really make them nervous, mad, or even confused. Keep the sang of the famous Kenny Rogers in your thoughts and you will make things happen in lazy over-achiever fashion. www.bartdaltonconsulting.com

Want to be able to go on holiday and forget about working too hard? Are you scared about what people say about you behind your back as a boss? Are you a bad team member? Want to be a better one? Listen in and lets make you an A teamer. Here is my interview with the amazing Whitney Johnson. www.bartdaltonconsulting.com

Have you ever wanted to sell more? Dumb question, huh! Well this is the pidcast to lay out the system to make sure that you sell more and create a better client experience. You know that you deserve to be a lazy over-achiever and build wealth through your sales and marketing. The tools are here for you to make that happen. www.bartdaltonconsulting.com

Want to take your business 10x higher? Here is the way to do it by expending the energy on these 6 things 2 times per day, 5 days per week and you wll have a 10x multiplier by Selling more, engaging even more and fretting less. Make sure that you take the time to listen, Pass it along to your friends, like, follow and subscribe. www.bartdaltonconsulting.com

Want to have more clients, do things better, or make a change for the better? Today during my chat with the author of the amazing Award Winning book, The Change Catalyst, Campbell gives us some of his findings, tools and secrets into making sustainable buiness change, Join me for this 30 minute interview and change your life, for the better, now! www.bartdaltonconsulting.com

Want to increasr your client satisfaction. Jeff Belkora will give you secrets and ideas from his decades of client interviews. He will give you practical tips that will make it so that you will be more effective in talking to and listening to your clients. Also he will make it so that you have the tools today to be a more engaged listener. Sit back and take notes while we listen to my chat with @jeffbelkora from www.jeffbelkora.com

Have you eevr wanted to make it to your next level and you found you didn't have the people around you to make it happen. What tools did you put in place to make sure you were atracting the right people. Today in my interview with Shane Snow we will be discussing his findings in his new book Dream Teams.

Here is my interview to help you come to terms with what is happening in the Blockchain and Crypto world. What does it mean to you. How you can deal with it and become that next business person that is in the know. Here is the podcast to let you get your Crypto on. #millionairemindset #blockchain #crypto

"Now look at them yo-yo's that's the way you do it..."
We may not all be in Dire Straits.
If you wear Jeans to work, a five o'clock shadow, and trainers. What does that say about you at a client meeting?
Personal Branding is a huge phenomena right now, even though it is not new at all. Today on the GSR podcast we are going to go through the 3 As you need to make more money, fun and value in your life and in your business.
I want you to be a lazy over-achiever, Do more with less and make things happen. #millionairemidset #tips #secrets

This time we are going for personal branding around the letter L. Find out how to get clients to LOVE you and not LOSE too much of your precious time and energy. I want you to be a lazy over achiever. SUBSCRIBE and please share this with as many people as possible.

In this issue of personal bramd we are going to look at the letter E. This important letter is very focused on taking us to our next level as long as we apply it in copious quatities and ofter. List intently as we explore for less than 10 minutes how to make you a Lazy Over Achiever. www.bartdaltonconsulting.com

Karen Green has spent her life in and around creating amazing food business success. Her book Recipe for Success takes a look at the food industry and it's secrets. Make sure you listen and pay attention . Whether otr not you are in the food industry there are poignant tips on making your business have the recipe you need to create success. www.bartdaltonconsulting.com

Which tech is most important in the new economy?
This is my interview with Minter Dial co-author of Futureproof. This is all about the technologies that making the world a changing place. Listen to this interview with Minter and I discussiing all things Disruptive! www.bartdaltonconsulting.com

What are people saying about you behind your back? That is your personal brand. The sad thing is that in todays world we are judge even more frequently. Here are three Ns that will help focus you and your wealth on getting to your Next Level. www.bartdaltonconsulting.com

Personal Branding is soooo powerful! Here are the first of the items in the Personal Branding set of episodes. 3 Ts, want to know how to make sure people are only saying good things about you behind your back? Here are some ideas to implement today, LAzy Over-Achievers unite! www.bartdaltonconsulting.com

After a week of amazing connectiosn all the thoughts came back to basics this week. In the podcast there are some simple thoughts that if you apply them you will get back to centre and get to your next level. www.bartdaltonconsulting.com

Turnover is Insanity, Profit is Vanity and Cash is king... Not really but it is fun. How can you make more profit? Sell more? maybe, Profitable probucts? maybe... Profit Per Client is our big thing. So Let's figure out how to FIRE a couple of clients and make more money! www.bartdaltonconsulting.com

Business is all about making relationships to create a change. Whether it is a selling a service or working as a group to make a difference you need to pull in people to help you. Also you need to REPELL people that will waste your Energy, Time and Focus. So lets use these tips from the podcast to make things happen for your team and you. I want you to be a lazy over-achiever. More Wealth, Less Effort. www.bartdaltonconsulting.com

Do you ever want to sell your business?
What are the 4.5 things that will make it so your business is worth less? What would your business be worth if you solved them ahead of time? Listen her and figure out the 4.5 P s. SUBSCRIBE and visit our Website. www.bartdaltonconsulting.com

What if I told you I could make you close 200% better? What would your business look like if you had 200% more clients that purchased more? Would you listen to the podcast then?
I want to make sure that you are more successful today! Let's make sure that you get in and make changes to your systems that will help you succeed today! Like, Share and SUBSCRIBE! www.bartdaltonconsulting.com

This week so many people have been speaking about winning big contracts and hoping to close huge deals. I know that closing these deals can make lucrative business moves. Sometimes it can be the shackle that drags your business and you down a dark hole. Today we are going to discuss Measuring your Profit Per Client! SUBSCRIBE AND SHARE www.bartdaltonconsulting.com

What rituals could change your business and life! Here is a group of examples that I use to build my business, my life and all the folks around me! Want more? Please Follow, Like and SUBSCRIBE. www.bartdaltonconsulting.com

Greatest sales movie ever. GGGR. Alec Baldwin's young $80,000 BMW Driving horrible boss. He walks into a room full of sales guys. They don't know what hit em. Here are three tools that will make sure you will get the sale and ABC. Make sure you SUBSCRIBE and send this along to your friends. www.growsellandretire.com

Want to get more Gold, Frankincense and Mihr in your life?
Your business is good right now who, besides you is going to make it great? Here are the answers to bringing people who matter into your life. Don't wait for a star to guide your way. Listen to this podcast and make your list. SUBSCRIBE and follow. www.growsellandretire.com

What thing, if done today, would make your business fly to the next level. Here is the recipe in a simple and focused form. Collaborate and you will profit. I can give you the formula but you will jave to make it happen. PLEASE SUBSCRIBE I love to make things happen for my Universe. www.bartdaltonconsulting.com

That's right it's Wait Loss and not weight loss. We sit back and let things happen to us as entrepreneurs and business owners and that is horrible. Here are three things that can make your business and life better today. Give it your Gratitude, Theme and Refocus. Want more secrets for Lazy Over-Achievers? www.bartdaltonconsulting.com
Share, Like and Subscribe!

Customers are complex,,, no actually they are very simple in so many ways. When we want to make our cleints understand us and what we do, the easiest way is build packages around the purchase. Learn about the 3 Ps of Packages. Follow us and do more at www,bartdaltonconsulting.com

When are you most productve?
Here is a success tip from this Lazy Over-Achiever. You are the boss and control your own time, don't you? Here is a POWERFUL game changing tip from me to you. Listen, Like, Follow and Subscribe. www.bartdaltonconsulting.com

This one thing if done correctly WILL focus your business, reduce costs and make your business more valuable. Want to know the secrets for creating a niche and don't want to waste time. Listen here for your Next Level secrets for the Lazy Over Achiever. Subscribe and Follow us at www.growsellandretire.com

Scissors, Nutcrackers and Tongs make life simple. Here are some awesome levers that will take your Lazy Overachieving business to the Next Level. Make sure that you stop doing New Year's resolutions and start making life enhancements.

I'll wait to change things until... I am okay and I will start trying to improve when... Are these things you have ever said? No of course not. This simple episode will give you my three ways to combat the rubbish that you have in your head and give you the tools to make your next week one of your best.Follow and like the podcast and even SUBSCRIBE. www.bartdaltonconsulting.com

Why is the the reason for everything we do. Peter is going to tell us how to get wealthy using tools, techniques and thought processes around Find your Why. Peter and B.D. speak about how to make sure you create the space to invite success into your lives. These are powerful thoughts that can make HUGE things happen. You CON't miss this episode. www.bartdaltonconsulting.com #findyourwhy #peterdocker #simonsinek

Make more money in less time, keep clients happy and try not to be killed by lions! The Roman's had customer service to a tee. Learn how to apply these secrets to your business and creat Colosal outcomes for your clients and your business. www.bartdaltonconsulting.com

AMAZING! Take you and your business to 10X. Shane Snow is an author, speaker and all around innovator. My interview with him allows you a look deep into the heart of one of THE BOOKS that has influenced my life over the past 3 years. www.bartdaltonconsulting.com for transcripts and many more tools from today and other interviews. We discuss Elon Musk, James Paterson and other rule breakers and extraordinary leaders. www.bartdaltonconsulting.com www.shanesnow.com

Woo means more dough for you! Listen to this awesome interview with the Master of Woo. Mario Moussa. He will give you the 3 things you need to create Woo. This is the client engagement interview you do not want to miss.

TOOLS to build wealth!
Your business needs these three things to fight off the vampires and ghouls of wasted time. Here on this Halloween special I will tell you about the things that my top clients use to make sure you work your way to wealth. www.bartdaltonconsulting.com

If you are the smartest person in the room...
Have you not gone on vacation for a long time because of your business?
Want to know why you need to not be the smartest person? How do you get back to basics?
You need a break...
Listen to my rocket fuel to get you back to Grow Sell and Retire...

Do you have a friend that may have these bad charactersitics? They do too much?
They might not look at giving control to anyone else and work LONG hours?
Have an expensive payroll of peple that might not think like them?
Here are my secrets to make sure you are able to become the Lazy Over-Acheiver.

MAKE 2018 your next BEST year!
Here is a special Brodcast about what you will get when you come to Mission Control in Madrid next year. A couple of htis year's attendees give some insights. www.bartdaltonconsulting.com

Client Experience Culture will keep your clients wanting to come back to you againa and again. It will also make sure that they refer to you and your team for ever! There are 5 things you need to do and here is a list of how to make sure you build that Culture.

Want to avoid huge mistakes in your business? Autthor and all around amazing guy, Mark Tibergien CEO of Pershing Advisory Solutions joins me on the Podcast. We discuss how to build more value in your business. How pricing has become more sophisticated when it comes to buying businesses. Even though Mark's books apply to Financial Advisory businesses the practices really can be applied to make your business so much better, TODAY! Join me on this 30 min interview with one of the men who I designed my business and coaching style around.

Words can make or break your success.
Want to close more deals or create more clients for life?
Have you ever thought after you came out of a meeting, "I shouldn't have said that!" Michael Masklansky has spent nearly 20 years listening and studying how words can enhance our lives. Sit down and take note. This is one of those shows you want to listen to and then go out and get the book. Find out more at www.bartdaltonconsulting.com

This is an amazing chance to work with my coach and mentor Steve Moore. He has worked in the NFL, with Microsoft, and with some of the world's leading financial adviser. I know that you will LOVE this opportunity to GROW.
www.bartdaltonconsulting.com

We always talk about outside the box and breaking frontiers and shattering the glass ceiling. SPOILER ALERT: fences are good things. In this episode we will explore 3 fences that will help you grow your business. II know this will help you. It really took my businesses to the next level. www.bartdaltonconsulting.com

Want to sell your business for less???? Didn't think so. This episode of Grow Sell and retire is based on the principles of selling your business for more money. There are a number of factors that will solidify your sale value and most of them rely on your team. How do you get them on board and firmly placed in their seats! Listen to this and turn your emplyees into Uber-Advocates that will man the ship when you "sale" off into the sunset...www.bartdaltonconsulting.com

Tips and Secrets for the LAZY Over-achiever.
On today’s episode I am going to cover 3 concepts that make retirement so much more simple to imagine. These are life concepts and not financial advice.
1.First is the magic drawer:
a.Budget
b.Todays money vs Tomorrow money - Growth
2.Rule of 72
a.Cash is king unless you need growth
3.Diversification- Assets- Life/Work –Routine

Addiction makes your business valuable just ask Willy Wonka!
On todays episode I will give you the 3 ways to create addiction so when you sell your business the person who buys it can take care of your clients.
Addictions:
Chocolate
Exercise
Your iPhone
Game of thrones
Sorry those are mine....
How can we make sure that your clients have an addiction to your business?

Who is holding your business back and devaluing it?
You are!
Are you the one who does everything? The one who the clients will only speak to? This devalues your business.
Here are some Actions you can take to make sure that you really take it to the next level.
Systems, Processes and Actions available on www.bartdaltonconsulting.com

Want to sell your business?
THis podcast will refocus you on the only three things that they want to buy from it. Don't miss out.
There are many tricks and parts that go on behind the scenes but these three are the keys.
Go to www.bartdaltonconsulting.com for more info.

Have you become a slave to your business? Would you be better off as an employees? Does building your freedom have its problems?
Success isn't easy but hard work and resilience are things that are admirable. What tools do you need to have to make sure you know when to Fail and Move on to the next journey? Listen here.
More info visit www.bartdaltonconsulting.com

Ready to grow your business? Cut out some cleints!
When we are in a stage in our business where we do not just need to sell, sell, sell, it is important to work with cleints that are fun, profitable and understand value.
On this podcast we will look at the reason you need to use the Paredo prnciple on your business and start to grow with amazing clients so you can clone them into creating a super business.
Super businesses sell for lots more money and make it so you can retire EVEN better.

Busy? Don't waste your time.
In today's Grow, Sell and Retire we are taling about Growing your business by spending less time wasting your day in meetings and making all your communications make you money or save you time.
We have a number of Actions thta will give you back more time during your day and create more business for you faster.

Entrepreneurs Holy Grail, selling the business! Are you ready to sell your business? Is your business ready to be sold? This episode will walk you through some simple thoughts around key factors to get ready for selling your baby. Be warned there are people out there that will call your baby, your business, UGLY. So they can pay you less for it.