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On The Success Ascent, we take a deep dive with high-performing entrepreneurs, business owners, and thought leaders, uncovering what they learned on their success journey. I will be asking my guests to share what they did right and what they would never do again so that listeners can walk away and begin to implement what they heard right away to increase their results. I will also share my insights as a business owner, coach, consultant, and entrepreneur over the last 30 years. We value your time and our goal is to provide content that will create a return on the investment of time you spend with us. We look forward to you joining us on The Success Ascent!
Nathaniel (Nate) Dodson, Esq. is a Partner and Principal Attorney at Crowdfunding Lawyers, a securities and investment law firm representing business and real estate syndications and investment opportunities throughout the US. He has represented over $2 billion in real estate and business transactions. Before Crowdfunding Lawyers, Nate was an investment broker and advisor specializing in investment sales, structures, and asset protection.
In this episode… Once you’ve learned to work on your business rather than in it, you must consider a long-term growth plan. This may involve a strategic exit or investment opportunities to grow your personal capital. How can you develop a strategy to build a thriving business and personal empire?
Entrepreneurial attorney Nate Dodson learned to transition from practicing law to scaling his firm, allowing him to acquire other firms in similar disciplines. Raising additional capital and scaling your business to new heights requires considering fundamental aspects like growth methods and rate and capital sources. You can source investments by identifying opportunities in markets like real estate and home improvement, partnering with investors in your network, or engaging in crowdfunding. However, the method you choose must align with your personal and professional growth goals.
In today’s episode of Destination Business Freedom, Pat Mancuso hosts Nathaniel (Nate) Dodson, Esq., Partner and Principal Attorney at Crowdfunding Lawyers, to talk about business and personal investment opportunities. Nate explains the importance of preemptive networking, investor relations, and identifying ripe investment opportunities.
Adam Webb is the Owner and Managing Partner of Quazar, a boutique investment banking firm specializing in M&A services. In his role, he helps privately held businesses in the lower-middle market sell or grow through acquisitions. Adam has led deal teams and negotiated favorable outcomes for clients in dozens of transactions with an aggregate value of hundreds of millions of dollars. Before Quazar, he was the Senior Associate of Risk Management at RSM, where he specialized in helping clients perform internal audits and implement internal controls to maintain compliance.
In this episode… Most entrepreneurs generating $10-20 million in yearly revenue are so involved in the daily grind of their business that they haven’t even considered an exit. When it’s time to retire, they often discover their company’s value is lower than their targeted range. How can you prepare for an exit while ensuring an ideal sale valuation?
With experience securing M&A deals for lower-middle market companies, Adam Webb often has to break the harsh news that most business owners won’t walk away with $20 million from their transactions. You must consider transaction expenses and deal structures like escrows, equity rolls, where you retain some ownership in the business, and SBA finance deals, where the seller finances the buyer. These structures take time and understanding, so it’s crucial to begin planning your exit at least five years in advance and disclose any outstanding company information to avoid value decreases or deal collapses during due diligence.
Tune in to the latest episode of Destination Business Freedom as Pat Mancuso hosts Adam Webb, the Owner and Managing Partner of Quazar, to talk about optimizing your business for an exit. Adam shares how he determines business value during a transaction, the worst transaction he has ever witnessed, and how to reduce M&A taxes.
Pat Mancuso is the CEO of Mancuso Consulting Group and a highly recognized thought leader dedicated to helping CEOs, business owners, and entrepreneurs maximize their potential through coaching and consulting. After over 30 years of working with company owners, leaders, and sales teams, Pat has over 25,000 hours of coaching and consulting experience. As a serial entrepreneur who has launched multiple successful companies, Pat understands how to sustainably scale a business. He helps businesses improve their leadership and performance through a proprietary system, RSTMM® — Recruit, Select, Train, Manage, and Motivate, which enables companies to select, train, manage, and motivate the right people in the right positions.
In this episode… As the end of the year approaches, many businesses find themselves in financial ruin from decisions made without proper consideration. How can you anticipate and prevent losses and make informed decisions for the future?
With decades of experience transforming business sales processes, Pat Mancuso emphasizes refining your sales system to incorporate a results-oriented approach and reach your end-of-year goals. Rather than selling your products and services to potential clients, consider assessing how their needs align with your offer and adjust your proposal based on their drive and urgency levels. Additionally, with the deadlines for business tax returns approaching quickly, businesses must obtain ongoing visibility into their finances, including their P&L statements, to develop a future-proof strategy that bases decision-making on cash flow.
Welcome back to Destination Business Freedom with Pat Mancuso, as he’s interviewed by Chad Franzen of Rise25 about savvy business forecasting strategies. Pat talks about the importance of reassessing your business priorities during the fourth quarter, how to close the gap between company sales processes and professional expertise, and why proactivity is crucial to anticipate rising taxes.
Ivan Polic is the Co-founder of Jumpstart Your Exit, which partners with million-dollar brands to help them grow, scale, and exit their businesses. As a strategic growth specialist, he has acquired, restructured, scaled, and exited small-to-midsize businesses to maximize returns. Having founded his business with his wife Mariana, they have served as advisors to small- and medium-sized businesses and on over 300 board of directors meetings in various industries and economic sectors.
In this episode… Many entrepreneurs don’t even consider the possibility of a business exit during the launch and growth stage. However, when operations suddenly go awry, and they become too overwhelmed to continue, they realize their company isn’t primed to sell. How can you integrate an exit strategy into your business from the start, ensuring you can pivot during tough times?
After losing 95% of his revenue and risking bankruptcy, business exit strategist Ivan Polic realized he had to restructure his entire enterprise to prepare for an exit. He began by developing a report that allowed him to visualize and predict his current and future cash flow based on the company’s financial and operational conditions. Through this deliberate and conservative approach, Ivan kept the business alive to evaluate buyers before staging a profitable exit. If you’re facing turmoil in your business and want to exit fast, you must identify each possible risk to present buyers with an accurate representation of your business, ensuring a smooth and timely exit.
In this week’s episode of Destination Business Freedom, Pat Mancuso joins Ivan Polic, the Co-founder of Jumpstart Your Exit, to talk about how he developed an exit strategy to navigate a business crisis. Ivan shares how he rebuilt his business with a supportive team, the importance of disclosing risks to maximize business value, and the turning point for his eventual exit.
Brett Gilliland is the Founder and CEO of Elite Entrepreneurs, a company that helps $1 million business owners scale to $10 million and beyond. Having spent 10 years helping Infusionsoft grow from $7 million in revenue to over $100 million, he is an expert in organizational development, leadership, and strategy. Brett built Elite Entrepreneurs inside Infusionsoft and has helped hundreds of seven-figure business owners achieve new levels of success.
In this episode… The $1-3 million phase is perhaps the most pivotal and challenging stage of business as entrepreneurs struggle to separate their lives from their companies and identify an ideal role for themselves. How can you gain clarity in your vision to build the life and business you deserve?
Having faced many trials and tribulations in building his entrepreneurial mastermind, including falling short of culture recognition and navigating revenue declines, Brett Gilliland has discovered the secret to scaling past $1 million. Entrepreneurs in this stage must identify and build their company’s purpose, vision, and values. The purpose involves determining why your business exists beyond financial gain, and the core values comprise the company’s culture and dictate team dynamics. A vision entails developing your business’ trajectory, allowing you to map out your growth goals and final destination.
Join Pat Mancuso in this episode of Destination Business Freedom as he chats with Brett Gilliland, the Founder and CEO of Elite Entrepreneurs, about his entrepreneurial insights for scaling. Brett describes his experience developing Infusionsoft’s culture, Elite Entrepreneurs’ value-added events, and how he identified business opportunities.
Brian Kurtz is the Founder and CEO of Titans Marketing, a direct response marketing educational, coaching, and consulting company. For nearly 40 years, he has employed proprietary direct marketing principles that have allowed him to scale a publishing company to $150 million. As a self-proclaimed serial direct response marketer, Brian has marketed and sold newsletters and books through infomercials, email, and the internet. He is also the author of Overdeliver.
In this episode… Exiting your business doesn’t mean you have to sell it immediately. It’s an intricate process requiring years of planning and reverse-engineered strategies. How can direct response marketing help you map out your destination, and what strategies are essential for growth?
With the advent of digital marketing, the industry has become saturated with channels, methods, and strategies, making it overwhelming for small-to-midsize businesses to establish a presence without breaking their budget. According to direct response marketing pioneer Brian Kurtz, marketing is everything, but you don’t have to advertise on every channel to achieve results. However, you should explore both online and offline strategies like social media and direct mail to remain relevant. Brian suggests conducting research and evaluating your financial assets to determine an ideal method for your business, allowing you to plan your exit effectively.
Join Pat Mancuso in this episode of Destination Business Freedom as he welcomes Brian Kurtz, the Founder and CEO of Titans Marketing, to discuss designing a marketing plan that fits with your business landscape. Brian talks about the role of QR codes in direct marketing, the lessons he learned when pricing and marketing his products and services, and how to define business freedom.
Adi Klevit is the Founder and CEO of Business Success Consulting Group, which identifies, creates, and documents processes to help businesses scale. She has 25 years of experience as a trained industrial engineer, management consultant, and business executive. With this knowledge, Adi helps organizations and companies improve efficiency and performance.
In this episode… Do you feel like your business is controlling you rather than the other way around? Thoroughly documented systems and processes can reverse this dynamic, creating a structured environment where efficiency leads to financial success and personal freedom. How can you implement these procedures and ensure consistent follow-through?
As a master of efficient business processes, Adi Klevit maintains that documenting and updating operational protocols leads to consistent experiences, satisfied customers, and an empowered, aligned team. If you’re unsure of where to begin, implement the systems that will generate the most ROI to maximize benefits across the most crucial areas of your business. Additionally, you must commit to regularly updating and improving these processes to maintain efficiency and adapt to fluctuating market conditions.
Tune in to the latest episode of Destination Business Freedom as Pat Mancuso hosts Adi Klevit, the Founder and CEO of Business Success Consulting Group, to talk about how meticulous systems and processes lead to business freedom. Adi speaks about avoiding common entrepreneurial mistakes, how to adapt and pivot your business for success, and how she discovered her entrepreneurial spirit.
Jen DeVore Richter is an outsourced CMO driving millions of dollars in yearly revenue for various brands and clients. As a former Marketing Executive at NASA turned entrepreneur, she placed in the Top 10 for Marketer of the Year and has been featured on top shows and stages for direct response marketers like Russell Brunson and Dan Kennedy. Jen is also the author of Outsource Your Marketing and has created the #1 YouTube channel for magazine publishing and building six-figure businesses.
In this episode… Is the grind of the corporate world holding you back from what you truly desire? Venturing into entrepreneurship means bridging the gap between financial success and living life on your terms. How can modern digital marketing strategies help you achieve your entrepreneurial dreams?
Having transitioned from corporate confines to business ownership, celebrity-renowned marketer Jen DeVore Richter has gained the insights and strategies for building and growing an entrepreneurial business. She emphasizes identifying and creating an initial offer that outperforms the competition, highlighting your unique value proposition and boosting sales. Employing direct response marketing principles and modern digital strategies like magazine funnels can enhance consumer outreach and position your brand as a prominent industry thought leader.
In the latest Destination Business Freedom episode, Pat Mancuso sits down with outsourced CMO Jen DeVore Richter to talk about leveraging marketing for business growth. She shares how YouTube can be a game-changing marketing strategy, why entrepreneurs should begin with the end in mind, and how to apply AI to your marketing efforts.
Pat Mancuso is the CEO of Mancuso Consulting Group and a highly recognized thought leader dedicated to helping CEOs, business owners, and entrepreneurs maximize their potential through coaching and consulting. After over 30 years of working with company owners, leaders, and sales teams, Pat has over 25,000 hours of coaching and consulting experience. As a serial entrepreneur who has launched multiple successful companies, Pat understands how to sustainably scale a business. He helps businesses improve their leadership and performance through a proprietary system, RSTMM® — Recruit, Select, Train, Manage, and Motivate, which enables companies to select, train, manage, and motivate the right people in the right positions.
In this episode… Many business owners rush to hire talent only to regret the decision later when the candidate doesn’t align with the company. Finding talent for your business isn’t just about filling a vacancy quickly; it requires a careful and strategic approach. How can you strike the balance between urgency and attentiveness in the hiring process?
According to leadership consultant Pat Mancuso, hiring can either bridge the gap between financial success and personal freedom or create operational challenges within a business. Before making any hire, entrepreneurs must develop a standardized recruitment system that reduces bias and improves hiring decisions. This system should involve conducting behavioral assessments on potential hires to determine role fit and team dynamics. You should also train leaders on utilizing this system effectively to avoid costly turnovers. Through proactive recruitment, business owners can enable swift, strategic growth opportunities.
In the latest Destination Business Freedom episode, Pat Mancuso is interviewed by Chad Franzen of Rise25 about techniques for successful hiring. Pat discusses the long-term costs of a poor hire, the crucial components of an effective hiring system, and how to evaluate candidate behaviors.
Ryan Tansom helped turn around his $21-million family business and facilitated its 8-figure sale in 2014. Leveraging this experience, he founded multiple companies and created the Independence by Design™ Framework, a guide for business owners to achieve personal clarity, play the game, and maximize independence. Over 1,500 entrepreneurs have attended his workshops, gaining a new mindset for decision-making and helping them create freedom over their time, optimize cash flow, increase equity value, or prepare for a future exit. He's been involved in numerous transactions and speaks at industry conferences and CEO Masterminds, including Vistage Worldwide and Entrepreneurs’ Organization. Ryan has also been podcasting for over eight years, with over 400 episodes featuring guests like Gino Wickman, Mike Michalowicz, Jack Stack, ITR Economics, John Warrillow, and editors from Inc.Magazine (Bo Burlingham) and HBR (Tom Stewart).
In this episode… If you struggle to align your business growth with the life you aspire to live, daily business decisions may be distracting you from your personal goals. How can understanding the financial intricacies of your enterprise make the difference between scraping by and achieving true independence?
While maximizing his company’s top-line revenue earned him a spot on the Inc. 5000 list, entrepreneurial coach Ryan Tansom lost tens of thousands of dollars. Rather than focusing on short-term growth goals, he advises identifying and aligning long-term personal and business objectives. This requires concentrating on equity valuation to make informed operational decisions that increase your company’s value and achieve your desired freedom. Additionally, building a working knowledge of finance allows you to manage your cash flow and capital effectively, supporting sustainable growth and informed decision-making.
Join Pat Mancuso in this episode of Destination Business Freedom as he interviews Ryan Tansom about harmonizing your personal and business lives. He shares how he transformed and sold his family’s business, how to overcome the loneliness of entrepreneurship, and why business owners need financial acumen.
Roland Frasier is the Principal Co-founder of EPIC Network, an M&A network for business owners and entrepreneurial investors. As an investor, business strategist, and serial entrepreneur, he has built, acquired, and sold over 1,000 businesses. Roland has been the co-founder and principal of six Inc fastest-growing companies in real estate, food service, e-learning, and SaaS. As the host of the Business Lunch Podcast, he has interviewed business celebrities like Sir Richard Branson, Sara Blakely, Arnold Schwarzenegger, and Martha Stuart. Roland is also the co-author of Business Wealth Without Risk.
In this episode… How do some of the most successful entrepreneurs reach both financial stability and personal fulfillment? A combination of strategic thinking, a relentless pursuit of learning, and alternative wealth-building approaches contribute to this sense of freedom. How can you transform your business approach to achieve similar results?
With deep knowledge and expertise in business acquisitions, Roland Frasier advocates for strategic investments and acquisitions to build wealth. Owning and selling investment-worthy businesses at a multiple of their profits can increase your net worth. Before acquiring any business, you must identify your entrepreneurial passions and acquisition criteria to carve a unique and fruitful path. Roland also suggests trading your investments for equity to increase your wealth and business stakes. By making intentional actions, you can shift your financial trajectory and achieve transformative personal and professional freedom.
Tune in to this episode of Destination Business Freedom as Pat Mancuso chats with Roland Frasier, the Principal Co-founder of EPIC Network, about building a pathway toward financial freedom. Roland imparts keen insights on consultative equity, scaling businesses, and unlocking the potential to earn decades’ worth of profits in a singular fiscal year.
Tonya Eberhart is the Founder and CEO of BrandFace, LLC, a personal branding company that helps coaches, consultants, and other experts become thought leaders in their industry. She is also a speaker, the bestselling author of Brandface, and the host of the Be BOLD Branding podcast. Known as the “Branding Agent to Business Stars,” Tonya has helped hundreds of clients present themselves to attract their ideal prospects and profit from their purpose.
Michael Carr is the Co-founder and COO of BrandFace, LLC and the bestselling co-author of BrandFace for Real Estate Professionals. As the President and CEO of Michael Carr & Associates, an auctioneer practice and real estate company, he has been involved in the sale of over 78,000 homes and is licensed in 31 states in the US. In 2013, Michael became America’s Top Selling Real Estate Auctioneer.
In this episode… Presenting yourself and your business as an authority figure is tough, especially when many other businesses are competing for attention from similar audiences. How can you convey your unique value proposition in a crowded market?
Through distinct yet intertwined entrepreneurial journeys, brand leaders Tonya Eberhart and Michael Carr discovered the power of developing personal brands to position themselves as industry thought leaders. Through their proprietary 3D Freedom Formula, they recommend defining your unique value proposition to communicate your brand’s message to your target audience. It’s also crucial to develop compelling brand imagery so customers can recognize your brand among competitors. By leveraging your personal story and displaying your brand across all marketing channels, you can develop meaningful connections and foster loyalty and trust with your customers.
In this episode of Destination Business Freedom, Pat Mancuso hosts the Founders of BrandFace, Tonya Eberhart and Michael Carr, to talk about personal branding for business freedom. Together, they discuss the common pitfalls entrepreneurs face in branding and marketing, and how a well-crafted, authentic personal brand can save time and money by attracting ideal clients.
Ryan Deiss is the Founder and CEO of The Scalable Company, where he helps entrepreneurs build operating systems to scale their businesses. He is also the Founder and CEO of DigitalMarketer, the Founding Partner at Scalable Equity LLC, and the Founder and host of the Traffic and Conversion Summit, North America’s largest digital marketing conference. As a serial entrepreneur, author, and investor, Ryan is a digital marketing expert and the author of Get Scalable.
In this episode… Some entrepreneurs can build businesses that thrive without them. What separates these entrepreneurs from the rest who struggle with overwhelming challenges and growth stagnation? How can you transition your business from a self-reliant operation to a scalable enterprise that can function without constant founder involvement?
A digital marketing titan and a master of scalable systems, Ryan Deiss once struggled to manage his cashflow and felt trapped in the “founder’s paradox,” the concept that entrepreneurs must decrease their operational role to increase the company’s growth. To build, scale, and exit your business, you must identify its value propositions before creating strategic processes to maximize them. Your business can function independently when you establish a dedicated fund for business expenses to manage cash flow, prioritize strategic planning, become proactive in your personal and professional life, and embrace the “founder’s paradox” to enable scalability.
In this episode of Destination Business Freedom, Pat Mancuso welcomes Ryan Deiss, the Founder and CEO of The Scalable Company, to discuss the perspective shifts needed to scale. Ryan explained how he overcame significant business challenges, the importance of aligning personal values with business ambitions to set goals, and the delicate balance between family life and entrepreneurial endeavors.
Marc Cove is the Chief Development Officer at First Resource Bank, a full-service financial institution serving small businesses, entrepreneurs, and individuals. As a seasoned business advisor and commercial business banker, he has over 30 years of experience in the banking industry, focusing on business strategy and optimizing debt and capital architecture. Before First Resource Bank, Marc served as one of the founding partners of Platinum Bank, which he helped scale to over $300 million in assets.
In this episode… Most small-to medium-sized business owners need capital to either kickstart their ventures, expand their companies, or purchase another operation. Yet with so many capital options available, they struggle with the process. What documentation do you need to obtain capital?
With a knack for formulating out-of-the-box ideas, seasoned business banker Marc Cove recommends building a network of professionals, like attorneys, bankers, and accountants, who can be honest with you about your situation and help you through the process. Additionally, you should begin developing a business exit plan upon launch to build intrinsic value and position the company as an attractive option for potential investors. When compiling documentation, include a transparent financial statement containing tax returns, mortgage information, and any past debts.
In this episode of Destination Business Freedom, Marc Cove, the Chief Development Officer at First Resource Bank, joins Pat Mancuso to talk about obtaining capital for long-term business plans. Marc explains why you need to let others lead, how the new SBA loan requirements impact businesses, and the current and future capital market.
Chris Prefontaine is the Founder of Smart Real Estate Coach, a community of associations across North America that empowers professionals to invest in real estate. With over 30 years of experience in the industry, he has coached more than 30,000 people in the US and Canada, helping them grow their real estate businesses. Chris is the best-selling author of Real Estate on Your Terms and The New Rules of Real Estate Investing.
In this episode… Business owners make countless daily decisions that determine their companies’ trajectories. However, making these decisions in siloes impedes progress toward the ultimate objective. How can you make informed choices to propel your business closer to your desired destination?
Decisions surrounding cash flow can make or break your business, as veteran real estate coach Chris Prefontaine discovered when attempting to make single-handed decisions as a solopreneur. After discovering real estate investing, he realized he could build a strong business in the industry to provide cash flow for other ventures. His approach involves structuring deals by financing your investments as an owner to achieve low interest and tax rates and a debt-free mortgage. You can accrue cash flow over time before selling the property for a favorable price. No matter your approach to real estate, Chris says to create a niche in the market that serves your current business needs.
Tune in to the latest episode of Destination Business Freedom as Pat Mancuso chats with Chris Prefontaine, the Founder of Smart Real Estate Coach, about investing in real estate to finance your business. Chris talks about the three-day pay system, the role of mindset in real estate success, and how to navigate the volatile real estate market.
Dr. Jeremy Weisz is the Co-founder of Rise25, a company that helps B2B business owners connect with their ideal prospects, referral partners, and strategic partners through a done-for-you podcast service. Dr. Jeremy has been involved in podcasting for 11 years and was a senior producer for one of the early business podcasts; he assisted in putting all of their systems in place and helped them add volume, feature, and edify various business leaders.
Dr. Jeremy has also been running his own podcast, Inspired Insider, since 2011. He has featured top entrepreneurs, founders, and CEOs of companies such as P90X, Atari, Einstein Bagels, Mattel, the Orlando Magic, and many more through video interviews. Dr. Jeremy also founded a nutritional supplement business and continues to run his own chiropractic and massage facility, Chiropractical Solutions & Massage.
In this episode… Entrepreneurs are characterized by resourcefulness, diligence, and audacity, which allow them to take on any venture that comes their way. Yet this path isn’t successful immediately, requiring years of trial and error to achieve financial freedom. What can you learn from an entrepreneur who stumbled into multiple ventures before finding a rhythm?
After attending chiropractic school, multifaceted entrepreneur Dr. Jeremy Weisz began training at various offices while reading business books and consuming entrepreneurial-related podcasts on the side. Through a series of bootstrapping progressions, Dr. Jeremy acquired a commercial office space to launch a chiropractic business. Yet his passion for podcasting grew, sparking a partnership and another business. He emphasizes the value of clear communication and mutually beneficial relationships in business, noting that phone conversations are the most effective when communicating with clients, and while you may disagree with your business partner, remaining open-minded to one another’s ideas is crucial.
Join Pat Mancuso in today’s episode of Destination Business Freedom as he interviews Dr. Jeremy Weisz, the Co-founder of Rise25, about strategies for growing a business through partnerships and relationships. Dr. Jeremy relays the most challenging aspects of his entrepreneurial journey, the five steps for profiting from a podcast, and the importance of process documentation.
Pat Mancuso is the CEO of Mancuso Consulting Group and a highly recognized thought leader dedicated to helping CEOs, business owners, and entrepreneurs maximize their potential through coaching and consulting. After over 30 years working with company owners, leaders, and sales teams, Pat has over 25,000 hours of coaching and consulting experience. As a serial entrepreneur who has launched multiple successful companies, Pat understands how to sustainably scale a business. He helps businesses improve their leadership and performance through a proprietary system, RSTMM® - Recruit, Select, Train, Manage, and Motivate, enabling companies select, train, manage, and motivate the right people in the right positions.
In this episode… Living a fulfilling life while working towards your business goals is possible with the right guidance, strategies, and hacks. With an experienced guide, you can navigate the complexities of business ownership and master the art of wealth creation. How do you bridge the gap between financial prosperity and personal freedom?
Entrepreneurial leader Pat Mancuso shares his experience and interactions with over 15,000 entrepreneurs, CEOs, and business leaders over the years. Pat explains that for both business and personal success, you must understand where you are, where you want to be, and how to get there. With proven techniques for time management, effective prioritization, and cultivating a growth mindset, you can pave the way for sustainable success in both your professional and personal endeavors.
In this episode of the Destination Business Freedom podcast, we flip the scripts as Rise25’s Chad Franzen interviews Pat Mancuso, the CEO of Mancuso Consulting Group, to discuss how to strike the perfect balance between business success and personal fulfillment. Pat talks about his transition to his new podcast, his experience in the consulting business, and why getting into a business partnership is a pivotal decision.
Jeremy Delk is a serial entrepreneur with a passion for disrupting industries. Since 2001, his businesses have earned hundreds of millions in revenue, created 100’s of high-paying American jobs, as well as other notable distinctions. He jumped into entrepreneurial ventures with the naivety of a child and the tenacity of a tycoon. He started the day trading at the age of sixteen, learning and failing with each trade. By the age of 19, he earned 30K to 50K a day as a day trader from the desk of his college classroom. As quickly as the money came, it vanished just as fast. After amassing almost 2 million in his early twenties as a day trader, it took him only four days to lose it all! The tech bubble has a way of making people go broke quickly. His knowledge and skill as a day trader would help him land a job as one of the youngest brokers at Fidelity trading institutional equities in Boston and later in New York. He was earning great money, but it didn’t fulfill the entrepreneurial spark within him, so he decided to go out on his own. Delk Enterprises has grown from making $6,000 in its first year in business to a diversified VC fund that has built and exited investments in both private and public transactions. Today, more than 20 years later, Delk Enterprises has holdings in biotech & healthcare, consumer brands, technology, building materials, and real estate development. Jeremy now focuses on investing in and advising entrepreneurs through speaking. His upcoming book shares his reality of the Good, Bad, and UGLY of entrepreneurship. It serves as a not-so-subtle reminder of fundamental principles he’s learned through his journey: while great times don’t last forever, neither do the truly bad ones. Here's What We Cover: Entrepreneurs' approach to fear and failure How to plan to fail to succeed Biggest mistake entrepreneurs make Rigid plans actually hold us back The DNA of an entrepreneur Know what you are good at Taking risks and the setbacks that come along with it The good, bad, and ugly of entrepreneurship Learning is a superpower You don’t value what you know because you know it Put yourself in your customer's vantage point The 90% formula
Connect With Jeremy: https://jeremydelk.com/ (Website) https://www.facebook.com/DelkEnterprises (Facebook)
Erik Swanson is an award-winning International Keynote Speaker, 5-times #1 International Best Selling Author, & a Habits & Behavioral Coach. You can easily find Erik sharing stages with some of the most talented and famous speakers in the world, such as Brian Tracy, Nasa's Performance Coach Dr. Denis Waitley, from the book & movie 'The Secret,' Bob Proctor, Jack Canfield, John Assaraf, Millionaire Maker Loral Langemeier, Co-Author of 'Rich Dad Poor Dad' Sharon Lechter, Legendary Motivator Les Brown, among many others! Mr. Swanson has created and developed the Habitude Warrior Conference which has a 2-year waiting list and includes 33 top named speakers, all in a 'Ted Talk' style event that has quickly climbed as one of the top 10 events not to miss in the United States! Erik's motto is clear: "NDSO!" No Drama - Serve Others! Here's What We Cover NDSO-No Drama-Serve Others Three types of people in the world Don’t let people rent space in your mind Letting people get through the cracks The concept of a practicing CEO Combat leadership and how it applies to business leadership Knowing yourself in the moment is the biggest challenge for CEO’s There is too much time spent on poor leaders In the military everyone is in charge at some point of something Interview other leaders to learn leadership 2 questions to ask every leader The importance of building benches You are always training your replacement Cost of enabling poor leaders Most companies have strategies written on a wall and never visited again
Connect With Erik https://www.facebook.com/mrawesomeswanson (Facebook) https://habitudewarriorconference.com/ (Website)
Blaine Oelkers is America’s Chief Results Officer® and a leading authority on Personal Implementation. He is an expert on creating valuable doneness. He has always loved to help people get results and knows which habits bring success and results, and how to create them instantly and stick with them for a lifetime. He is also a TEDx Speaker, Co-Authored 3 Books, and is a graduate of Purdue University & Stanford University’s Social Entrepreneurship Program. Here's What We Cover Enjoy the plateaus for a moment Knowing when to quit, while at the same time we need to push through difficulties In partnerships, you must decide in the beginning how things will end It’s always about your response What is a Chief Results Officer? The linking of a new habit to a habit you have already mastered Mind showers Bad habit elimination Surfing the urge Dialing down the resistance Concept of WYTABA Win early and win often Profits are better than wages
Connect With Blaine https://www.facebook.com/chiefresultsofficer/ (Facebook) http://selfluence.com/?fbclid=IwAR2CzRRg5KI47BOx1EwaJXN5CsSX394iQSzPxAdcmzywHyfC83u6pAmcgnA (Website) https://www.linkedin.com/in/blaineoelkers/ (LinkedIn)
Doug Wing began working at Little Giant building ladders when he was just 10 years old. Growing up with Hal as a father gave Doug a foundation of faith, persistence, service and a love of all things fast, of course. He used that foundation to help build the brand and lead the sales team at Little Giant. He has more than 40 years of experience in manufacturing, operations, sales, sales leadership, and executive management. Today, Doug carries on the legacy of Hal in his service to his church, his charity work, and in his business ventures. He is the author of Giant Success a book detailing how Hal Wing achieved worldwide acclaim, taking The Little Giant Ladder Company from his garage to the top of an already well-established category with his vision, innovation, commitment to quality, integrity, work ethic, and gumption. Here's What We Cover It takes a long time and a lot of effort to build a strong company Treat your people like family The challenge of finding the right people Hire by attitude and work ethic Waiting too long in letting someone go Lead with heart If it’s not a good deal for everyone at the table, it’s not a good deal People are your most important asset in any company Most companies have strategies written on a wall and never visited again You can tell customers anything you want to as long as it’s the truth If you concentrate on building the business and not the man you will not succeed, but if you concentrate on building the man, you will build both
Connect With Doug https://www.dougwing.com/ (Website) https://www.facebook.com/doug.wing.98 (Facebook) https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-wing-a792168/ (LinkedIn)
Marty Strong is a retired Navy SEAL officer and combat veteran. He is a novelist, a practicing CEO and Chief Strategy Officer, and the author of Be Nimble: How the Creative Navy SEAL Mindset Wins on the Battlefield and in Business, and a second book, Be Visionary: Strategic Leadership in the Age of Optimization, set for release in December 2022. Marty's traveled to over forty countries, been shot at in a few, survived cancer twice, and experienced the loss of his oldest son. He has spent a lifetime meeting challenges head-on, succeeding in three professions, anticipating crisis, and leading through crisis and chaos. Here’s What We Cover The concept of a practicing CEO Combat leadership and how it applies to business leadership Knowing yourself in the moment is the biggest challenge for CEO’s There is too much time spent on poor leaders In the military everyone is in charge at some point of something Interview other leaders to learn leadership 2 questions to ask every leader The importance of building benches You are always training your replacement Cost of enabling poor leaders Most companies have strategies written on a wall and never visited again
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Jeremy Slate is the founder of the Create Your Own Life Podcast, which studies the highest performers in the world; including the former CIA Director, Super Bowl Champions, Hall of Fame Athletes, and even a four-time Indianapolis 500 winner. He studied literature at Oxford University and is a former champion powerlifter turned new media entrepreneur. He specializes in using podcasting and new media to create trust and opinion leader status. In Apple Podcasts, he was ranked #1 in the business category and ranked #78 in the Top 100. Jeremy was named one of the top 26 podcasts for entrepreneurs to listen to in 2017 + 18 by CIO Magazine, top podcast to listen to by INC Magazine in 2019, and Millennial Influencer to follow in 2018 by Buzzfeed. He’s also a contributing editor of New Theory Magazine and Grit Daily. After his success in podcasting, Jeremy and his wife, Brielle, founded Command Your Brand to help visionary founders use the power of podcasts to change the world. Here's What We Cover Our biggest ceilings are many times ourselves Success can come from being forced to do something you have never done before Confronting things we don’t like Life experiences teach us a lot On-demand is where people are going for information Passive observer versus creator of your own life You should promote more in a down economy Sales, marketing, and public relations Know, like, and trust factor You’ll become passionate when it becomes effortless
Connect With Jeremy https://commandyourbrand.com/ (Website) https://www.jeremyryanslate.com/ (Website) https://www.facebook.com/Jeremyryanslate/ (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/jeremyryanslate/ (Instagram) https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremy-ryan-slate-bb7b284a/ (LinkedIn)
Since 2004, Diane Pleuss has matched hundreds of entrepreneurs with their perfect fit franchise opportunity, while successfully guiding them to avoid rookie mistakes – at no cost to her clients. As a result, they are creating wealth, making an impact in their marketplace, and enjoying the systems already in place to accelerate their path to success. Here’s What We Cover People many times shortchange themselves Today’s environments are providing opportunities that may not have been available in the past Finding money to start a business People buy an established business and decide to do it their own way Asking questions about yourself is very important before moving into a business of your own Do what you say
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Merit Kahn has coached & trained entrepreneurs and sales teams for more than 20 years and people are always surprised when she tells them the secret is to "Stop selling... and start getting SELLected." She is the CEO of SELLect Sales Development, Emotional Intelligence Expert, and Certified Speaking Professional. Nobody wants to be sold, but people want to SELLect the right solutions to their challenges. She teaches The Open for Business Framework so entrepreneurs, business owners, and professionals can expand their influence, impact, and income without feeling pushy or aggressive. Here's What We Cover We create our own ceilings Thinking we must do it all ourselves We can’t be a genius in everything Be more open to seeking the advice of those who have done what you want to do Are you OPEN to….. Nothing really happens until someone is open to seeing your value 1st step to a closed deal is an open mind Once you know you aren’t a match for a client, cut bait early Learn everything you can about people
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Erin Ley is a World-Class Speaker, #1 Bestselling Author, and Empowerment & Success Coach. She is the Host of the streaming “Life On Track” summit and TV show, inspiring viewers worldwide about making the most of life’s opportunities. She is also the creator of the popular “Life On Track” coaching program. They call Erin “The Miracle Maker!” As a cancer thriver at age 25, happily unstuck single Mom of 3 at age 47, successful Entrepreneur at age 50, and serial manifester when it matters most. Erin has shown thousands upon thousands across the globe, how to become victorious by being focused, fearless, and excited about life and your future! Ms. Ley is the author of several books, including the popular #1 bestseller “WORKLUV: A Love Story.” Clients are empowered for life-change through her coaching, audio programs, educational videos, and live seminars. Here's What We Cover Mindset ceilings Doubt is a dream crusher Who are you internally? People don’t know who they are Growth from adversity The concept of vision and decision Holding yourself accountable Celebrate life and you will have a life worth celebrating
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Len Herstein knows the danger of complacency. He just wishes he had known earlier. He is the author of Be Vigilant! Strategies to Stop Complacency, Improve Performance, and Safeguard Success. Your Business and Relationships Depend on It, he’s on a mission to empower organizations and individuals to safeguard the success they’ve worked so hard to achieve. Len has a 30+ year history in business, marketing, and entrepreneurism. Before founding ManageCamp Inc and producing 19 annual iterations of the world-acclaimed Brand ManageCamp marketing conference, Len worked in brand marketing and innovation for Coca-Cola, The Campbell Soup Company, and Nabisco. In 2015, Len answered a higher calling to public service when he became a Reserve Sheriff’s Deputy with the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office in Colorado. It wasn’t long before Len realized he was learning valuable lessons through his law enforcement training that could be applied directly back to his business. The most important lesson, and one of the very first he learned, was the concept that complacency kills and vigilance saves. Len has developed actionable strategies to help business leaders stop complacency, improve performance, and safeguard success through vigilance. Here's What We Cover Micro failures Fail fast and fail cheap Overvaluing existing relationships It always takes more time and effort than you think Focus on building relationships beyond the transactions Giving before asking for business Approaching relationships with a selfless point of view Fighting complacency Survivorship bias Vigilance is about awareness Strategies to overcome complacency The concept of it’s all about them
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Jake Harris is a best-selling author on distressed commercial real estate, bringing 18+ years of experience in real estate, construction and investment management, and has been a featured national speaker on his expertise. Over the past 6 years, he has managed, developed, and acquired $200m+ in projects and over $250m in the development pipeline. Here's What We Cover Playing the long game Moving the goalposts of your goals Leveraging everything The people closest to you may be holding you back All limitations are self-limitations There is distress in all markets Perspective on Commercial and Residential Real Estate
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Brandon T. Adams is an Emmy Award-Winning Producer and Host of the TV Series Success in Your City. Brandon is a video marketing expert and advisor that has helped companies and individuals grow their revenue, brand, and high-level business relationships through video marketing strategies, in-person events, and TV production. He is an expert in video production, fundraising ($60 million to date), in-person events, and creating TV shows. He is also the youngest Featured Cast Member & Associate Producer for Think & Grow Rich the Legacy-based on Napoleon Hill’s best-selling book “Think and Grow Rich” (130 million copies sold). Here’s What We Cover Use your mind to bring people together The power of Think and Grow Rich Become a person of value What holds people back from playing the long game We overestimate what we can do in the short term You need to let go of the good to get to the great How to get the attention of people you want to build relationships with Coming from contribution and how you want to impact others You become what you think about most of the time If you are the smartest one in the room, you are in the wrong room
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Ozioma Egwuonwu is an internationally celebrated speaker, strategist, scholar, and expert in Transformational Strategy and systems change. She is the Chief Strategic Transformation Officer of BurnBright International, a transformational training, coaching, and consulting company specializing in the development and activation of human potential. Ozioma is also the founder of World Dream Day, the first-ever global empowerment day dedicated to activating ideas, goals, and dreams. With an estimated reach in 2020 of 74 million, World Dream Day is considered one of the most successful created holidays in recent history. Here’s What We Cover How to activate your potential Being an entrepreneur is about consistency The importance of relationships The blind spots around hiring World Dream Day The challenges of clarity The emotional connection to your business
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Anthony Trucks is a former NFL Athlete, American Ninja Warrior on NBC, international speaker, host of the Aww Shift podcast, and the founder of Identity Shift coaching. He uses cutting-edge science and psychology to upgrade how you operate so you can elevate your life and business to reach your full potential. After being given away into foster care at 3 years old, being adopted into an all-white family at 14, losing his NFL career to injury, and more he learned how to shift at a very young age, and now his life mission is teaching others how to Make Shift Happen in their lives. Here’s What We Cover Breaking through barriers we don't even know exist The emotional connection to your business If you want to get somewhere, you have to stop being the bottleneck Mistakes are a byproduct of doing something and having something unexpected happen Your identity and how to understand it Toxic vs guiding guilt Hustle harmony Designing your future self It takes a little more to be a champion Own your shift
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Bob Kilinski has 40+ years of experience in operating, managing, and teaching in the real estate brokerage industry. As the Vice President of a prestigious real estate company in New Orleans, Gertrude Gardner Realtors, he headed up both the residential and the commercial divisions, helping to expand the company to 22 offices throughout the city and surrounding areas. Bob opened his own Keller Williams market center in New Orleans in June 1998, which grew to 75 agents in one year. Because of his enthusiasm for the Keller Williams concept, he bought the rights to develop the Southeast Region which includes Georgia, Tennessee, and Alabama. Bob also loves to share and give back! He was the recipient of the Keller Williams Robert B. Carter award in 2006 for his involvement in developing a relief program for families who suffered the devastative effects of Hurricane Katrina (New Orleans, 2005). Here’s What We Cover Being an entrepreneur is about accumulating equity You don’t fail, “IT” fails Don’t do what you don’t know anything about Get to know yourself and be real honest Work for yourself What is your gift zone? Know who you are Things happen not because of us, but because of those around us Watch your ego Set back are wisdom creators Look for a Track record and passion in others you want to get in business with Luck is where preparation meets opportunity Live your life, all others are already taken
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Pete Mohr is a life-long multipreneur, he has owned and operated businesses in the service sector as well as retail since 1994. He has owned franchises, started his own businesses, and bought and sold some along the way as well. As a former business broker, Pete helped people buy and sell businesses and now uses that background in helping business owners create turn-key businesses so that they can enjoy the freedoms that entrepreneurship can deliver. His passion is helping other business owners and leaders cut through the frustration and chaos of running their businesses by providing systems and frameworks that simplify their life as a leader. Here’s What We Cover The ups and downs of entrepreneurship Hurdles moving to the next level of growth The 4 P’s of Business- Product, Processes, People, Profit Aligning all the processes in your business Accountability is overlooked Your organizational chart is an accountability chart Have accountabilities be as low as possible in the organization Control the controllable’s, let the uncontrollable go What is the wheel of momentum? Definition of a system
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Trey Taylor is the Chief Executive Officer of Taylor Insurance Services, Managing Director of trinity | blue consulting, and Founding Partner of Ascend Partners. In 2013, Trey was named one of Georgia Trend Magazine’s 40 Under 40. Frequently featured as a Keynote speaker, he has addressed attendees at the Human Capital Institute, the Ascend Conference, and many other engagements. Here's What We Cover Spend quality time in your own head before you can lead others Culture, people, and numbers Lack of focus leads CEO’s down the wrong path The least common dominator culture Your culture is your only strategic advantage The difference between a good CEO and great CEO
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For over 30 years Bob Burg has been successfully showing entrepreneurs, leaders, and sales professionals how to communicate their value and accelerate their referral business. Although for years he was best known for his sales classic, Endless Referrals, it’s his business parable, The Go-Giver, coauthored with John David Mann that has created a worldwide movement. While part of a four-book series, The Go-Giver itself has sold more than one million copies and been translated into 30 languages. It was rated #10 on Inc. Magazine’s list of The Most Motivational Books Ever Written and was on HubSpot’s 20 Most Highly-Rated Sales Books of All Time. Here’s What We Cover Failures are part of the journey of success Concepts of desire and belief The definition of a SYSTEM 3 major principles for entrepreneurial success The essence of influence is pull Misconceptions around being a Go-Giver Great salesmanship is always about the other person Money is an echo of the value you provide
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Stormie Andrews is the Founder of Yokel Local. He is an award-winning author, having co-authored "Power of the Platform, Speakers on Success" with Jack Canfield, Brian Tracy, and Les Brown. In July 2020, he released, “The World’s Best Buyer Persona System” which is the foundational first step to outsmarting your competition. The system is so effective, he was recognized by Intercon as one of the Top 50 Tech Visionaries in the world. Here's What We Cover in This Episode The importance of keeping commitments to yourself The benefits of hiring a business coach sooner in the journey The world’s best buyer persona system What are digital employees? Understanding the pain points of your buyer The marketing wheel exercise How to outsmart your competition when they can outspend you
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Darrell Evans is a serial entrepreneur, investor, and co-founder of Yokel Local Internet Marketing. He and his team have helped entrepreneurs and companies to generate over $300M in revenue online since 2011. He’s personally started and/or operated 6 businesses since the age of 20). He’s also the host of The MindShift Podcast. He is passionate about entrepreneurship. When he appears on podcasts, he loves sharing the lessons, mistakes, and breakthrough frameworks that have helped him and hundreds of other businesses market profitably, grow sales predictably and build superstar teams. Here’s What We Cover in This Episode Books and authors can be mentors Importance of keeping commitments to yourself Superstar DNA- Definite Natural Ability Don’t hire people to do their job, hire people to perform their gifts Paint a picture for people as to where they are going Hire early and often Pick your lane How ignoring your intuition is one of the biggest mistakes entrepreneurs make The road from inspiration to realization Though there is more, less is better- choose your lane Stop majoring in minor things
Connect With Darrell https://www.darrellevans.net/ (Website) https://www.facebook.com/darrellevansfan (Facebook) https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrdarrellevans/ (LinkedIn) https://twitter.com/mrdarrellevans (Twitter) https://www.instagram.com/mrdarrellevans/ (Instagram)
Josh Jankowski and Mike Gallagher are the founders of GGMS, Gallagher Group Marketing Suite, a digital marketing system built exclusively for Sierra Interactive that currently services over 500 teams and brokerages across the United States and Canada. GGMS's mission is to help real estate businesses close more transactions by leveraging scalable lead engagement, digital marketing, and automation solutions. Here’s What We Cover in This Episode The sacrifices of being an entrepreneur Lean into failures Slow down to speed up Building the proper team around you Let go of things others can do sooner than you feel comfortable Getting a Coach is essential Finding balance is important. Make the best use of time every second of your day
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John Meese is the author of the #1 bestseller http://surviveandthrivebook.com/ (Survive and Thrive: How to Build a Profitable Business in Any Economy (Including This One)). He is on a mission to eradicate generational poverty by equipping entrepreneurs with the tools and training they need to build thriving businesses from scratch. John is the CEO of http://cowork.inc/?ref=johnmeese.com (Cowork Inc), co-founder of https://gonotable.com/?ref=6 (Notable), and he regularly publishes interviews and insight on his https://johnmeese.com/podcast/ (Thrive School podcast). He has worked closely with multiple clients who have repeatedly hit the Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing privately-owned businesses in America. Here's What We Cover in This Episode The best way to end generational poverty is to build a business Entrepreneurship has a weird relation in today’s world Difference between thinking as an entrepreneur versus an employee Are you focused on input or output? We are all-time travelers, we can’t go back Your business is built on people Profit is a scorecard in how to view humanity
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Tommy Breedlove is Wall Street Journal and USA Today Best Selling Author of the Book, "Legendary”… Empowering driven people to be pros in Leadership, Business, & Relationships...Challenging Men to stop chasing the Ghost of “More” & “When.” As a Premiere Leadership, business, relationship, and mindset coach who is a regularly featured keynote speaker at global events, Tommy started his 20-year corporate career at one of the largest financial consulting firms in the world, and eventually became a shareholder, the International Practice Leader, and a member of the board of directors for one of the largest public accounting and financial firms in the southeast U.S. At the top of his career, Tommy experienced a transformational moment inspiring him to walk away from the corporate world to change his life and follow his true calling. He now serves clients and audiences everywhere by empowering them to build and live Legendary Lives. He guides people to discover a life of significance without compromising their drive or ambition. The simple tools he shares shows them how to work in their zone of brilliance, obtain financial confidence, and live with meaning and balance. The goal is to help everybody to become the person they’ve always wanted to be. When Tommy isn’t speaking or serving his clients, he enjoys traveling the world, hiking, and spending quality time with his wife and two dogs Here's What We Cover in This Episode Chasing shiny objects, get laser-focused Your zone of brilliance Listen to what people are telling you and what they are looking for Check your ego at the door Watch out for control issues as an entrepreneur. Being more vulnerable about reality is very important. Participate in your own rescue
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Robert Raymond Riopel is the best-selling author of Success Left a Clue. He is also the creator of the interactive web platform and app called AmentorA. After going from $150,000 in debt to completely financially free by the age of 32, Robert discovered his passion for training others because he felt that if he could even assist one person in their financial freedom, it would be all worthwhile. Throughout the years Robert has helped thousands of open-minded people to take action, make their dreams a reality, and be seen as an authority in their field. He believes that every person has information and value that they can share with others but most of the time they fail because they don't believe in themselves. That is why he made it his mission to be of service to others, helping them with their growth and development. Here's What We Cover in This Episode Everything happens for a reason and the reason is there to serve me Look for lessons in every situation Event + Response= Outcome One step in the right direction is worth 1000 years of thinking about it 6 life-changing habits to achieving your dreams The importance of a mentor Marketing is different than branding Learn, do it, teach it Confidence vs arrogance Life-changing phrases
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Tonya Eberhart is the founder of BrandFace® and Branding Agent to Business Stars. She’s also the author of four books on personal branding. BrandFace® started as a project when Tonya was selling vacuum cleaners door to door to pay her way through college. Her approach was discovered by someone in the radio industry, and that began a career-long journey of helping serious professionals become recognizable business stars through the power of personal branding. Now, they are the only comprehensive personal brand-building system across the globe. Her mantra is, "People don't do business with a logo. They do business with a person." She helps speakers, podcasters, authors, coaches, real estate agents, solopreneurs, and business owners to STAND OUT from their competition and attract their ideal customers so they can become recognized & sought-after authorities. Here's What We Cover in This Episode Why someone should do business with you Businesses must niche down You can’t help everyone Look for your passions Marketing is different than branding What is required to be done behind the scenes that no one sees? People do business with a person, not a logo Define, Develop, Display Process H.E.A.P Method Find your people You can’t be everything to everyone
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Preston Weekes is a professional business builder, strategist, closer, and coach for impactful high-net-worth individuals. Preston's mission is to make the world work for 100% of humanity. His primary love is to work with people to create lasting permanent change and empower others to create more in the world. His newest project is FormulaEQ.com where he has partnered with London's top performance coach to bring the most powerful mindset training ever created. Preston also founded Operations X in 2015 offering useful solutions to business owners to provide actionable solutions to help the success rate of the Private Business. With Operations X, they consult and train organizations and leadership in sales, messaging, branding, marketing, and operational cost reduction. His mission has always been to help the success of the people and uplift the lives of everyone he interacts with. It is his goal to provide growth in our world and create prosperity. Here's What We Cover in This Episode The steps in the entrepreneurial journey Get in business with the right people One bad apple spoils the rest of your team The ceilings of success Always be looking ahead to the next ceiling Your biggest setbacks can become your biggest opportunity EQ= Emotional Intelligence How fear is impacting our lives and businesses Routines that support high-level success How to experience self-love and joy
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How do you go from pro soccer player to VP of one of the largest mortgage companies in America – more importantly what did he learn along the way, the answer is A LOT! Once an Olympic USA Soccer Player, Brian Covey quickly learned how to get "cut" and literally... get cut. Fitness and mindset became masteries for Brian very early as his career was affected by the 2007 market crash just years after his soccer team days came to an end, right when he was raising toddlers with his wife Nicole. Brian has mastered the art of a growth mindset, the art of winning, and the art of staying fit. He believes in integration and health over all things. Brian is an executive at loanDepot, a proud father, an influencer, a top-rated podcaster, and just simply, a fabulous soccer dad. Here's What We Cover in This Episode We all face adversity, no matter who we are Don’t let anyone limit your success Become a student of your game Be a great teammate no matter what team you are on Routines that support high-level success Integration over balance Why not me, why not us? The why not question Be yourself Fake it until you make it is a myth Be intentional about the people you invite into your inner circle
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After working on numerous local, state, and national political campaigns, Scott Miller joined the Disney Development Company where for nearly four years he was part of the team that designed and built the famed city of Celebration, Florida (Walt Disney’s original vision for EPCOT Center). Scott built a 25-year career in the world’s most respected and influential leadership development firm serving in nearly every role imaginable at FranklinCovey. He currently serves as the Special Advisor on Thought Leadership for the FranklinCovey Company and is the host of their weekly podcast series, On Leadership with Scott Miller. Scott is also a multi-bestselling author, radio and podcast host, leadership coach, columnist, and global keynote speaker. Here's What We Cover in This Episode Most people don’t fear failure, they fear others seeing them fail Success is making a mistake and dusting yourself off Make and keep promises to clients Balance your time across all parts of your business Not everyone should be a leader Just own your own messes Marketing is precisely understanding your customer’s circumstances Great leaders are more concerned about what is right versus being right Don’t confuse emotion with fact There is a difference between being efficient and being effective
Connect with Scott https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottmillerj1/ (LinkedIn) https://www.scottjeffreymiller.com/ (Website) https://www.instagram.com/scottmillerj1/ (Instagram) https://www.facebook.com/scott.miller.9469545 (Facebook) https://youtu.be/Cf0xsBDSMZ0 (Watch the Full Episode on YouTube )
Chris Naugle has dedicated his life to being America’s #1 Money Mentor. His success includes managing over 30 million dollars in assets in the financial services and advisory industry and tens of millions in real estate business, with over 200 transactions and an HGTV pilot show. In 20 years, Chris has built and owned 16 companies, with his businesses being featured in Forbes, ABC, and House Hunters. He is currently the co-founder and CEO of FlipOut Academy™, founder of The Money School™, and Money Mentor for The Money Multiplier. As an innovator and visionary in wealth-building and real estate, he empowers entrepreneurs, business owners, and real estate investors with the knowledge of how money works. Innovating what it takes to break the chains of financial slavery, Chris is driven to deliver the financial knowledge that fuels lasting freedom. To date, he has spoken to and taught over ten thousand Americans. Here's What We Cover in This Episode The importance of understanding business financials Understanding marketing and branding are critical to entrepreneurship Focus on your one thing Going into business is about solving someone else’s problem Every failure teaches you what not to do next time Solve your money problems by taking control of your money Compound Interest is the 8th wonder of the world-Albert Einstein The problem is not what you don’t know It’s never about your resources, it’s about how resourceful you can be Lead with what you love, and the money will follow
FREE Resources- https://www.chrisnaugle.com/resources/ (Resources - Chris Naugle) Connect with Chris https://www.linkedin.com/in/thechrisnaugle/ (LinkedIn) https://www.chrisnaugle.com/ (Website) https://www.instagram.com/thechrisnaugle/?hl=en (Instagram) https://www.facebook.com/TheChrisNauglePage (Facebook) https://youtu.be/qMGick_WNRc (Watch the Full Episode on YouTube )
Tim Shurr is an award-winning Leadership Speaker and Consultant. Tim helps top business leaders, franchisees, and associations earn millions in annual revenue and develop unbeatable cultures using his One Belief Away method. Tim’s approach is so effective, he’s been featured on ABC, NBC, CBS, FOX News, and the TEDx stage. He’s also the founder of the Legend Summit and host of the popular, How To Be Mesmerizing podcast. Tim is a bestselling author of six books including The Power Of Optimism, Get Out Of Your Way, and One Belief Away, along with numerous audio and online training courses including The Sales Mastery Course, Prosperity Mindset, and The Awakening! Here's What We Cover in This Episode Working harder on ourselves than our business Scarcity versus the abundant mindset Give first, give most, and give often Transaction vs transformational leaders Why do Olympic athletes have coaches? Are you taking your pit stops? We are always responding to a suggestion Shifting from stress to success What matters is how you show up Fill yourself up so you can fill others up
FREE GIFT- www.powermindsetprogram.com Connect with Tim https://www.linkedin.com/in/timshurr/ (LinkedIn) https://timshurr.com/ (Website) https://www.instagram.com/realtimshurr/ (Instagram) https://www.facebook.com/TimShurr (Facebook) https://youtu.be/8Ow2IvoTJgk (Watch the Full Episode on YouTube )
Adrian Sabatino is a great example of an entrepreneur who understands diversification and creating multiple streams of income. He also practices what he preaches when it comes to balancing and leading by example. Adrian has over 20 years of real estate experience in the Southwest Florida area. He owns and operates multiple businesses, including The Summit Group, is the Operating Principle of the Keller Williams Naples and Marco Island Market Centers, has personally flipped over 100 homes, and builds single-family homes and investment properties. Here's What We Cover in This Episode How financial stress can lead to other issues Being a good salesperson is important in the growth of any business 3 pillars of building wealth How information is more valuable than money Limiting beliefs around deals in today’s market Getting things done now so you can have what you want later Make a plan that is important to you, put it on paper, and share it with others Saying yes to everything is the worst advice to follow You are going to mess up…and that is ok!
Connect with Adrian https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrian-sabatino-b3a059149/ (LinkedIn) https://www.freefloridahomesearch.com/ (Website) https://www.instagram.com/adriansabatno/ (Instagram) https://www.facebook.com/adrian.sabatino.1 (Facebook)
Asher Carr is a first-generation college graduate with a passion for serving people through the world of real estate and inspirational speaking. In his first year as a Client Engagement & Operations Coordinator, he brought in millions of dollars in closed sales volume for his team at Keller Williams Capital Properties, a top 1% real estate brokerage in Washington, DC. Through real estate, Asher learned the art of “service before sales” under Keller Williams and continues to transform the lives of clients by meeting and exceeding their needs. In his new memoir, From Broke to BOLD, he shares the highs and lows of a young man striving to build a life worth living and a legacy worth leaving through one of the best vehicles for wealth generation: real estate. Here's What We Cover in This Episode Don't let a setback be your step back One door closes and another one opens Hiring is an investment in the person and their potential Real Estate investing is an opportunity anyone can take advantage of Be willing to do whatever it takes Growth is about being vulnerable It matters who you are in business with Everyone is born with a purpose
Asher's Book Recommendation https://www.amazon.com/dp/B095L2T6M1/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1 (From Broke to BOLD: A Testimony Into Real Estate Through Faith, Family, and Business by Asher Carr) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1612680054/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=1612680054&linkId=234a01f75adb6b0281af006c20225410 (Rich Dad's CASHFLOW Quadrant: Rich Dad's Guide to Financial Freedom by Robert T. Kiyosaki ) Connect with Asher https://ashericarr.com/ (Website) https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashericarr/ (LinkedIn) https://twitter.com/ashericarr?lang=en (Twitter) https://www.instagram.com/ashericarr/?hl=en (Instagram) https://www.facebook.com/ashericarr7 (Facebook)
Do you know anyone that’s worked with Sir Elton John or Elon Musk, sent people down to see the wreck of the Titanic on the sea bed or closed museums in Florence for a private dinner party and then had Andrea Bocelli serenade them while they eat their pasta – you do now! Quoted as “The Real Life Wizard of Oz" by Forbes and Entrepreneur Magazine, Steve Sims is the best selling Author of "BLUEFISHING - the art of making things happen”, sought-after coach and a speaker at a variety of networks, groups, and associations as well as the Pentagon and Harvard – twice! Here's What We Cover in This Episode Ask wealthy people how they became successful The value of relationships in doing business Successful people lean into failure There is no such thing as failure, it’s about learning We have to check out the people we get information from People today overcomplicate things Things don’t happen to you, they happen for you Get going, then get good
Steve's Book Recommendation https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071CJZZS5/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1 (Bluefishing: The Art of Making Things Happen by Steve Sims) Connect with Steve https://www.facebook.com/SteveDSims (Facebook) https://www.stevedsims.com/ (Website) https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevedsims/ (LinkedIn) https://www.instagram.com/stevedsims/?hl=en (Instagram)
Working with many diverse startups and corporations over the last 25 years, Claire Chandler experienced that most companies fall apart once they start to scale. As a solution to this business timebomb, she created the ’Whirlpool Effect’ - a revolutionary way to align your leaders and teams around a unifying vision that attracts, retains, and motivates the right talent to achieve your mission. Claire’s simple yet powerful process is helping many companies find and fix bottlenecks that are choking their business performance so they can rapidly scale while reducing their growing pains. Here's What We Cover in This Episode Surround yourself with a mentor, coach, and consultant early on in the entrepreneurial process As an entrepreneur, there is little structure and definition at the beginning of your journey The Whirlpool Effect vs The Churn Effect Don’t let others limit who you are and how you act How to fix organizational churn Attracting talent and retaining them The messiness of entrepreneurial growth The Dashboard Model- http://www.thedecisiondashboard.com/ (www.thedecisiondashboard.com)
Connect with Claire https://www.clairechandler.net/ (Website) https://www.facebook.com/coolclaire (Facebook) https://twitter.com/TalentBoost (Twitter) https://www.linkedin.com/in/clairechandlersphr/ (LinkedIn) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC43Iz8yWW1gPKN6PkF-wi4g (YouTube)
Lysa Miller is an expert on agency growth and positioning, relationship building, sales empowerment, and all things B2B and social branding. She is a serial entrepreneur growing two digital agencies. Lysa founded the digital and social marketing firm http://ladybugz.com/?fbclid=IwAR1SSGsK98ZHsA_cPRybfZ56CSkgVP72WpaAS2JQ7BcZVZ0ipn428doWiMk (ladybugz.com) and merged that to become the co-founder of 3 Media Web one of the ten largest web development agencies in Massachusetts. Here's What We Cover in This Episode Do what you enjoy doing and do it with those you enjoy doing it with Go with your instinct Do something different than what everyone else is doing Overcome challenges by sharing your credibility Empower others around you Pay attention to how your clients treat you at the beginning of the relationship Have standards SEO services are the key to being found
Connect with Lysa https://www.ladybugz.com/ (Website) https://twitter.com/lysapreneur?lang=en (LinkedIn) https://www.instagram.com/lysapreneur/?hl=en (Instagram) http://www.facebook.com/lysapreneur (Facebook) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzbGLNVwyo3cFtEkf8gScMQ (YouTube)
After a traumatic high-school football injury in 1993, Rodney Flowers was bound to the confines of his wheelchair. Although Rodney was told his recovery prognosis was unfavorable, he knew he would turn things around, make an impact on the world, and walk again. It took 18 years for Rodney to regain the ability to walk. He came out the other side stronger than ever – with a new vision for his future. Today, Rodney is a three-time international bestselling author, acclaimed resilience and reinvention expert, and a keynote speaker. He is the author of the life-affirming and highly-inspiring Amazon bestselling book, Get Up! I Can't. I Will. I Did...Here's How! which teaches empowering life principles to transform your spirit and motivate you to awaken the amazing power within you to overcome any challenge. Here's What We Cover in This Episode The powerful questions we must ask ourselves to create change You must create success in your mind first There is no value in giving up Who do I need to be? Resistance is your friend Resilience is your friend Resilience can be learned with the right coaching and training Possess a game changer mentality Obstacles and challenges are variables in the equation Uncertainty is a blank slate Take full responsibility for whatever is going on in your life
Rodney's Book Recommendation https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00WGXD58S/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1 (Get Up!: I Can't. I Will. I Did... Here's How! by Rodney Flowers) Connect with Rodney https://rodneyflowers.com/ (Website) https://www.facebook.com/RodneyFlowersfans/ (Facebook) https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodneyflowers/ (LinkedIn)
Matt Sweetwood is a serial entrepreneur with over 25 years of experience. He is a start-up founder, professional speaker, author, coach, and photographer. However, his greatest achievement is having raised five successful children to adulthood as a single dad. He is a frequent national TV and publication contributor and has a #1 best-selling book, “Leader of the Pack.” In his book, he details his journey to success as a father and as a business leader. Here's What We Cover in This Episode You must prove yourself every day We have 3 voices; head, heart, and gut Don’t dismiss others' criticism out of hand Things don’t go in a linear fashion We tend to stay in situations or circumstances longer than we should
Matt's Book Recommendation https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07BYCR1M1/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B07BYCR1M1&linkId=4e0a503a9453010dba7e920a6ccb3b8e (Leader of the Pack: How a single dad of five led his kids, his business and himself from disaster to success by Matt Sweetwood) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B008O4TY3I/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1 (Relentless: From Good to Great to Unstoppable by Time Grover) Connect with Matt https://msweetwood.com/ (Website) https://www.linkedin.com/in/msweetwood/ (LinkedIn) https://twitter.com/MSweetwood?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor (Twitter)
Christine Patton, of POWER WITHIN, is an Elite Performance and Resilience Trainer, who works with business and professional people to eliminate burnout and become unstoppable. She is a retired lawyer and judge who is familiar with the stress that comes from driving forward in one’s craft. She is the founder of the Mental Edge in Sports Performance, the author of Showing Up: Becoming the Me I Want to Be -Aligning Your Life and Work for True Success, and is also a certified trainer/coach with the HeartMath Institute. Here's What We Cover in This Episode What is the measure of success? The answers are all inside Learn to be quiet Flipping the switch How to become resilient The heart map system The voice of your soul The soundtrack of your life Quick coherence technique
Christine's Book Recommendation https://amzn.to/2RFqFXE (Showing Up: Becoming the Me I Want to Be by Christine Patton) Connect with Christine https://www.facebook.com/chris.patton.9235199 (Facebook) https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrispatton1/ (LinkedIn) https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrispatton1/ (Twitter) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLtiA0Lt6-O8e3BP63kS1AQ (YouTube) https://powerwithin.ca/ (Website )
John Davis is a dynamic speaker, accomplished leader, and expert in managing people to peak performances during change. He has over 20 years of experience speaking for Fortune 500 clients and a broad swath of industries including healthcare, financial, insurance, retail, and the military, at hundreds of conferences, seminars, and retreats. His background in peak performances stems from his work as a fight director and stunt coordinator for stage and film as well as his work for the military. His ability to engage individuals, unite teams, and drive change was instrumental in increased profitability of three regional theme parks by more than 60% in under six months of his direction. During this time, John was a professional comedian who brought his unique entertainments to bear for our military on six USO tours to the front lines of both Iraq and Afghanistan. John was also a college professor at Oberlin. His fascination with personal development led him to study the neuroscience of performance. He developed peak performance protocols based upon the fight or flight response, called the “Five F Protocols.” Based upon the primal reactions of the fight or flight response, the “Five F Protocols” have proven over the years to drastically reduce learning curves and all but eliminate self-defeating thoughts that hinder performance. Here's What We Cover in This Episode Mental flexibility What is your present moment? Leveraging your present moment Letting go of past moments How to break out of a fear cycle The role of your subconscious mind Fear is negatively focused uncertainty Five F Protocols Shifting from learning a skill to the knowledge of a skill How to manager fear The weakest link in your company is the weakest attitude
Resources https://www.corporateactionhero.com/free-gift-page.html (FREE GIFT - The Corporate Action Hero) Connect with John https://www.facebook.com/CorporateActionHero/ (Facebook) https://www.linkedin.com/in/corporateactionhero/ (LinkedIn) https://www.corporateactionhero.com/ (Website)
As a successful entrepreneur, Adam Markel knows the challenges that come with starting a business. He is the co-founder of More Love Media. He has also invested in a variety of organizations and founded multiple successful businesses like a multi-million dollar law firm. He empowers high achievers and inspires his audience to reinvent themselves. His approach is rooted in a belief in never-ending self-development and leading from his heart. He is the author of the bestseller Pivot: The Art and Science of Reinventing Your Career and Life. He introduces his pivot principles which provide a guide for entrepreneurs and corporate professionals for developing skills and capabilities to achieve success in their work life and private life. Here's What We Cover in This Episode Being an entrepreneur provides for freedom There are no straight lines in the universe Always have a place where you can go to cultivate hope Failure and mistakes create humility Relationships are the most important ship we ever sail The root of resilience is about recovery Code of conduct Pause, ask, choose
Adam's Book Recommendation https://www.amazon.com/dp/B010MHA6E0/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1 (Pivot: The Art and Science of Reinventing Your Career and Life by Adam Markel) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1728238749/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=1728238749&linkId=d938ee9d7187091c781d956e9d79b087 (The I Love My Life Challenge: The Art & Science of Reconnecting with Your Life: A Breakthrough Guide to Spark Joy, Innovation, and Growth by Adam Markel) Connect with Adam https://adammarkel.com/ (Website) https://www.linkedin.com/in/adammarkel/ (LinkedIn) https://twitter.com/adammarkel?lang=en (Twitter)
Most people spend over a third of their awake hours at work. If you aren't happy and fulfilled with your job, you waste 30% of your life. John Clidy didn't want to be a part of that statistic. So, he took action in his own life. His happiness and his family were the core of his decision to leave a six-figure career. He wrote Leaving 6 Figures to help families reverse that statistic and live a life with no regrets. He is involved with Real Estate in numerous ways. He is currently the Regional Director of the Greater PA Region, an Operating Principal of Keller Williams Realty Washington Township, and an investor. His team has sold over 400+ million dollars in sold sales volume since inception. John believes that you must go after your dreams if you want to be successful and 100% happy with your life. Here's What We Cover in This Episode Be professional in how you treat everyone Leadership is what you do when others are not watching Be disciplined is your schedule The importance of learning leverage at a high level What are your glass balls? Understand how money works
John's Book Recommendation https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1734604700/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=1734604700&linkId=4783a43ec9ee3572c1849f223a2cfc2c (Leaving 6 Figures by John Clidy) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/194883653X/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=194883653X&linkId=7b659c71209965d915b0ecf120686e9e (Indistractable: How to Control Your Attention and Choose Your Life by Nir Eyal) Connect with John https://www.facebook.com/JohnClidyKellerWilliamsRealty (Facebook) https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-clidy-7b19896/ (LinkedIn) https://www.theclidygroup.com/ (Website)
Shaun Rawls is the Founder and CEO of Rawls Consulting, a progressive, growth-minded organization that invests in people, businesses, and all aspects of residential and commercial real estate. In his book “F-it-less,” Rawls offers new meaning and purpose to the term and mindset, “F-it!” by giving the reader a breakthrough transformational process to take action over giving up or giving in. Rawls spent 25 years working in real estate, ultimately building Atlanta’s #1 residential real estate firm, “The Rawls Group of Keller Williams.” Here's What We Cover in This Episode We don’t get it right by being right How entrepreneurs struggle with leverage How we have to experience to learn Trust yourself and bet on yourself Your business must have a bigger vision so others are included Avoid living with mediocrity in your business Face the music about your own limitations
Shaun's Book Recommendation https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1948677482/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=1948677482&linkId=efb27f2fde2a29e3bf98c4ec359d9ada ("F"-It-Less: 18 F-Words to Reframe and Repurpose Your Life by Shaun Rawls) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1647820715/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=1647820715&linkId=e78745c4a6a9a85e6e661269728b150c (Invent and Wander: The Collected Writings of Jeff Bezos, With an Introduction by Walter Isaacson) Connect with Shaun https://www.facebook.com/ShaunRawls (Facebook) https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaun-rawls-85391a9/ (LinkedIn) https://shaunrawls.com/ (Website)
Greg Larson is the author of Clubbie: A Minor League Baseball Memoir, a cinematic tell-all about his two seasons as a clubhouse attendant in the Baltimore Orioles organization. As a stand-up comedian, he performs regularly in Austin, Texas. As an editor and owner of Apollo Media, his clients’ works have been featured in Forbes, Entrepreneur Magazine, the USA Today Bestseller List, and The Wall Street Journal Bestseller List. Here's What We Cover in This Episode Success Bias Curiosity around failure and the struggles to succeed Perseverance in overcoming rejection Mentors are essential on the journey of success Be true to yourself and your values Building relationships is so important
Greg's Book Recommendation https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08MQ9GBVZ/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B08MQ9GBVZ&linkId=a3b78413531fc19f82d633a2f5e43957 (Clubbie: A Minor League Baseball Memoir by Greg Larson) Connect with Greg https://www.facebook.com/greglarsonclubbie (Facebook) https://www.linkedin.com/in/greglarsonauthor/ (LinkedIn) https://www.clubbiebook.com/ (Website) https://www.instagram.com/greglarsonclubbie (Instagram) https://twitter.com/clubbiebaseball (Twitter)
Travis Rosbach is a lifelong student of business, acting as an advisor, consultant, public speaker, and business coach to a wide range of industries, celebrities, individuals, and even countries. He not only shares his tradecraft with others but practices it in the many startups he is currently involved with. Travis is the founder of the billion-dollar brand Hydro Flask. In addition, his experience includes US Merchant Marine Boat Captain, Commercial Airline Pilot, Long-Standing World Explorer, SCUBA Dive Master/Instructor, and much more! Here's What We Cover in This Episode We all have ideas, and most don’t take action Success is about being all in. Are you willing to pound the pavement to make it happen? Who are your mentors and what do you fill your mind with? Creating your tribe and followers The day after success The more successful you become, the more people will throw rocks Motivation when times get challenging
Connect with Travis https://www.tumalogroup.com/ (Website) https://www.linkedin.com/in/travisrosbach/ (LinkedIn)
Steve Farber is the president of Extreme Leadership, Incorporated, and the founder of The Extreme Leadership Institute, organizations devoted to the cultivation and development of Extreme Leaders in the business community, non-profits, and education. Coaching and inspiring Extreme Leadership at all organizational levels is Steve’s passion, and he does so with a style that is part strategist, part social commentator, and all energy. He is the author of, “Love is Just Damn Good Business" which addresses love as a hard-core business principle that generates measurable results. Here's What We Cover in This Episode It’s all about people Peaks and valleys are a part of the entrepreneurial journey What is your message to the world? Say what you need to say in your own voice and put your ego aside Encourage the heart, recognize and celebrate others LEAP- Love, Energy, Audacity, Proof Love is a practice and discipline All businesses have a culture, be intentional about your culture What should love look like in the way we do business?
Steve's Book Recommendation https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1260441229/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=1260441229&linkId=c0404e505c4077ad319d4e174c957833 (Love is Just Damn Good Business: Do What You Love in the Service of People Who Love What You Do by Steve Farber) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0989300218/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=0989300218&linkId=5a3139c0e19a9fc98793ab8d03c9684c (The Radical Leap (A Personal Lesson in Extreme Leadership) by Steve Farber) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0671885537/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=0671885537&linkId=517228638a4f772dcc33e86bd35f0965 (Theft of the Spirit: A Journey to Spiritual Healing by Carl Hammerschlag) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1400046831/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=1400046831&linkId=7ed46e0f3422d4ef528b66ef91c83c63 (Love Is the Killer App: How to Win Business and Influence Friends by Tim Sanders) Connect with Steve http://www.stevefarber.com/ (Website) https://twitter.com/stevefarber?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor (Twitter) https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevefarber/ (LinkedIn) https://www.facebook.com/stevefarber/ (Facebook)
Jim Fischetti is a speaker, coach, and consultant who is committed to transforming lives and developing leaders, who want to do the same. He is passionate about growing sales organizations and individuals within them who are ready to go beyond the next step and move toward greatness. He is the author of, "Vision to Results: Leadership in Action" which was voted by Forbes as one of the Best Books on Leadership in 2019. Here's What We Cover in This Episode Being an entrepreneur is an uncapped opportunity What is the skill set you need to go to the next level? As a leader, do you leave a big hole? The recipe for success; good leaders, big vision, and alignment Get results and then build relationships Hire to your culture As a leader, your job is to make your vision bigger Three powerful questions to ask yourself when you first meet someone Think bigger
Jim's Book Recommendation https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1544513968/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=1544513968&linkId=c4d4ebbbddc00d624b53c3edab540bbe (Vision to Results: Leadership in Action by Jim Fischetti) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0071484353/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=0071484353&linkId=29e235a27d6c57a517f48cb8091f1456 (The Essential Wooden: A Lifetime of Lessons on Leaders and Leadership by John Wooden) Connect with Jim http://www.coachwithjim.com/ (Website ) https://www.facebook.com/jim.fischetti (Facebook) https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimfischetti/ (LinkedIn)
Josh Elledge is a serial entrepreneur and the founder of UpMyInfluence.com. He has seen it evolve into a purpose-driven platform bent on totally democratizing access to influence. They turn entrepreneurs into influencers, thought leaders, and authority experts so they can achieve more sales, revenue, and opportunity. Using his PR experience as a U.S. Navy journalist, he became an influencer with his digital consumer advocacy and lifestyle brand SavingsAngel.com which has grossed more than $6 million in sales. Here's What We Cover in This Episode Be illogically generous with your time If you work on your generosity in business, business is quite easy Be of service to others Start small to build your influence and make yourself presentable to others Invest 1-2 hours per week on your perceived online authority Difference between influence and authority
Josh's Book Recommendation https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1591843081/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=1591843081&linkId=f156250e89b88927c627b43b5878bac7 (Go-Givers Sell More by Bob Burg) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0578419866/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=0578419866&linkId=9a6d1eecde9ffe65e2fb30755246c1c0 (Marketing Rebellion: The Most Human Company Wins by Michael Schaefer) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0593189647/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=0593189647&linkId=d95b68ae5d396fe01717173ca28d3d07 (Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits and Break Bad Ones by James Clear) Connect with Josh https://upmyinfluence.com/ (Website) https://savingsangel.com/ (Website 2) https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshelledge/ (LinkedIn) https://www.facebook.com/joshelledge/ (Facebook) https://twitter.com/joshelledge/ (Twitter) https://www.youtube.com/upmyinfluence/ (YouTube)
Frank Crinite is one of America's top car sales consultants selling more than 100+ cars a month from Piazza Honda in Springfield, PA. While he continues to sell cars every day, Frank has a mission to change the way salespeople are trained to adapt to the changing sales environments in dealerships today. Frank has personally sold more than 16,000 cars by building a loyal customer database, following a robust game plan, and becoming a marketing machine. Here's What We Cover in This Episode You must always evolve and grow It's not no, it's no problem Humanize yourself on social media Be transparent You need to partner with reciprocal businesses It’s about customer flow Earn the right to ask for a referral by giving world-class customer service Stop reading your own press There is always another level
Frank's Book Recommendation https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0671646788/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=0671646788&linkId=8093a216d9a41cf6c3d59b3ef4b4b953 (The Magic of Thinking Big by David Schwartz) Connect with Frank https://www.instagram.com/frankcrinite/?hl=en (Instagram) https://www.linkedin.com/in/frank-crinite-8a4a3367/ (LinkedIn) https://www.facebook.com/frank.crinite (Facebook) https://courses.frankcrinite.net/ (Frank's Sales Course)
John and Mark X. Cronin are a father-son team that founded John’s Crazy Socks. John is an entrepreneur who just happens to have Down syndrome. You may know them for being named EY Entrepreneurs of the Year or testifying before Congress or speaking at the UN. You may know them because John became “Sock Buddies” with President George H.W. Bush. Or you may know them for having grown a bootstrapped start-up to a $5 million dollar business in less than three years. John’s Crazy Socks is an internationally recognized social enterprise with a mission to spread happiness and show what people with differing abilities can do. Their mission infuses all aspects of their business. More than half of their employees have a differing ability. Their Giving Back Program starts with a 5 percent pledge of profits to the Special Olympics and has raised over $375,000 for their charity partners. They have attracted over 27,000 online five-star reviews. John’s Crazy Socks has over 230,000 Facebook followers and 50,000 Instagram followers. You will love their socks, but the socks are just the physical manifestation of the happiness they share. Here's What We Cover in This Episode Test your ideas People have differing abilities, not disabilities Know your values Know your purpose 4 Pillars to build upon- inspiration and hope, giving back, socks you can love, making it personal
John and Mark's Book Recommendation https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1591846447/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=1591846447&linkId=98353e98d401bbba1e37f3d3403e0381 (Start with Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action by Simon Sinek) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0307887898/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=0307887898&linkId=4437bffd49758edba6ce2690fec34f04 (The Lean Startup: How Today's Entrepreneurs Use Continuous Innovation to Create Radically Successful Businesses by Eric Ries) Connect with John & Mark https://johnscrazysocks.com/ (Website) https://www.facebook.com/johnscrazysocks/ (Facebook) https://twitter.com/JohnsCrazySocks (Twitter) https://www.instagram.com/johnscrazysocks (Instagram)
Randy Gage is a thought-provoking critical thinker who will make you approach your business — and your life — in a whole new way. He is the author of 14 books translated into 25 languages, including the New York Times bestsellers, Risky Is the New Safe, and Mad Genius. Here's What We Cover in This Episode Find others who believe in you and your vision Not everyone is cut out to be an entrepreneur Have you burned your boat? People have to be open to change Mind viruses are toxic Everyone has a vision of their life What is your prosperity quotient?
Randy's Book Recommendation https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1884667376/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=1884667376&linkId=31b04c946971b75dcfc4a7ef272f1520 (Radical Rebirth by Randy Gage) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/111848147X/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=111848147X&linkId=c971c5b24ce576944c0fb1c8b3d86758 (Risky is the New Safe: The Rules Have Changed . . . by Randy Gage) Connect with Randy https://www.randygage.com/ (Website) https://www.randygage.com/radicalrebirth/ (Book Link) https://www.linkedin.com/in/randygage/ (LinkedIn) https://www.facebook.com/randygage/ (Facebook) https://twitter.com/Randy_Gage (Twitter) https://www.youtube.com/randygage (YouTube) https://www.instagram.com/randy_gage/ (Instagram)
Dominique "Dom" Brightmon, is an award-winning speaker and certified member of the John Maxwell Team. He is the bestselling author of "Going North!: Tips & Techniques to Advance Yourself", "Stay the Course: The Elite Performer's 7 Secret Keys to Sustainable Success", and contributing author for “Crappy to Happy: Sacred Stories of Transformational Joy”. Dom is the host of the Going North podcast, a top-rated self-help podcast that interviews authors from all over the world. Here's What We Cover in This Episode Use your car as an audio university The power of written notes Take one jewel away from anything you learn and implement How to have a rock-solid mindset using RAVE. R-Reading, A-Audio Immersion, V-Visual Stimulation, E-Encouragement A good day starts the night before The power of a victory log 3 skills to develop for anyone who desires success How to overcome imposter syndrome
Dominique's Book Recommendation https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1733854509/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=1733854509&linkId=cbd3678d9b188f2b98a60021fe56258d (Stay The Course: The Elite Performer's 7 Secret Keys to Sustainable Success by Dominique Brightmon) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0241187265/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=0241187265&linkId=8faf627aa1a4a9ddca00acbcd692d578 (Art of the Start 2.0: The Time-Tested, Battle-Hardened Guide for Anyone Starting Anything by Guy Kawasaki) Connect with Dominique http://dombrightmon.vip (Website) https://www.bizcatalyst360.com/author/dombrightmon/ (Website #2) https://www.linkedin.com/in/dombrightmon (LinkedIn) https://www.facebook.com/DomBrightmon (Facebook) https://twitter.com/DomBrightmon (Twitter) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeY-pRXmNIe-WSzOwrWLLJA/featured (YouTube) https://www.instagram.com/dombrightmon/ (Instagram)
Paul Slack is a serial entrepreneur with more than 20 years of digital marketing experience. He is the founder and CEO of Vende Social and the author of Social Rules! and Social Selling Rules! Paul is also a sought-after speaker in the digital marketing space. He has been featured in Success Magazine, Fox radio, and big stage events, and has trained tens of thousands of business leaders across the country on the best ways to leverage digital marketing for their businesses. Today he leads a team of digital marketing pros who love to work with busy executives who understand digital marketing is critical, but just don't have time or expertise to build & execute in a way that delivers real results. Here's What We Cover in This Episode How do you message to attract your ideal client? The importance of knowing your customer needs 4 pillars to generate online leads How to activate your audience 2 critical types of email Be a curator of your time
Paul's Book Recommendation https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0085BV8N4/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B0085BV8N4&linkId=9824586afe5ceb36ee1850b1eaf4a077 (Social Rules! - A Common Sense Guide to Social Media Marketing by Paul Slack ) Connect with Paul https://vendedigital.com/blog/author/paulslack/ (Website) https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulslack/ (LinkedIn) https://www.facebook.com/VendeSocial/ (Facebook)
Don Hobbs is a Personal Development and Marketing Expert, Speaker, Trainer, President of SUCCESS Magazine and has worked with Jim Rohn and Tony Robbins. Here's What We Cover in This Episode You don’t always have the path, just start moving Begin with the end in mind Opportunities many times come full circle Changes to how business is being done today Tear the factory down and reinvent as Andrew Carnegie did Watch your thinking about being invincible You are bigger than you know
Don's Book Recommendation https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1982109661/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=1982109661&linkId=818d32b4ba4921219dbc3864f2985bf6 (The Future Is Faster Than You Think: How Converging Technologies Are Transforming Business, Industries, and Our Lives by Peter H. Diamandis ) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1984877860/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=1984877860&linkId=8297f41530c7fb86ea79816513bf85b0 (No Rules Rules: Netflix and the Culture of Reinvention by Reed Hastings) Connect with Don http://www.SUCCESS.com (Website) https://www.linkedin.com/in/don-hobbs/ (LinkedIn) https://www.facebook.com/DonHobbsCoaching (Facebook)
Vanessa Pollock is the CEO/Founder of Pollock Properties Group at Keller Williams Premier Properties. She is also the founder of Closing for a Cause, an entrepreneur, business owner, and accomplished ballet dancer. Pollock Properties helped over 150 families with a sales volume of over $100,000,000 in 2020. Here's What We Cover in This Episode The care, serve, give model Building a business on a core mission The mindset of unparalleled service High tech, high touch, high design 3 deliverables that help her business stand out and attract clients You can’t lead others until you lead yourself What it means to be servant-hearted, community-focused, and generosity based
Vanessa's Book Recommendation https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0593328973/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=0593328973&linkId=cec0fced2c7b4622a5a946fcc2a176ab (The Practice: Shipping Creative Work by Seth Godin) Connect with Vanessa http://www.pollockpropertiesgroup.com (Website for Real Estate) http://www.careservegive.com (Website for Business Development) https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessapollock/ (LinkedIn) https://www.facebook.com/VanessaPollockRealtor/ (Facebook)
Ken Walls is a best-selling author, speaker, tech expert, master connecter, consultant, CEO, and entrepreneur. He founded Client Solution Innovations, a digital marketing, Web development, and social media firm in 2007 after spending years immersed in the tech world and on the Internet. Ken is the author of the #1 best-selling book called, Walls of Wisdom: Turning Pain Into Profit. His mission is to help others have their breakthrough. Here's What We Cover in This Episode The importance of effective communication Getting over fear Does not need to be perfect to take action Ask for help when you are struggling Always do more than you are paid for Don’t ever give up Don’t stop learning
Ken's Book Recommendation https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1548863475/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=1548863475&linkId=896ec845d80ae9551d4ef66d25ceeb5e (Walls of Wisdom: Turning Pain Into Profit by Ken Walls) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1119647134/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=1119647134&linkId=9cbc91e8acbc360b2383d2b54d5826ef (Go Live!: Turn Virtual Connections into Paying Customers by Jeffrey Gitomer ) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1640951512/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=1640951512&linkId=887e14e921dfad7a16ef2361255d1928 (Three Feet from Gold: Updated Anniversary Edition: Turn Your Obstacles into Opportunities! by Sharon Lechter) Connect with Ken http://www.kenwalls.com (Website) https://www.linkedin.com/in/realkenwalls/ (LinkedIn) https://www.linkedin.com/in/realkenwalls/ (Facebook)
Karen Briscoe is the creator of the 5 Minute Success concept. She is an entrepreneur, business owner, wife, mother, and author of several books. In October 2017, she launched the 5 Minute Success - The Podcast. With nearly 300 episodes, it has been ranked the number 1 most recommended on Overcast for Business Category and is part of Turnkey Productions with more than 2 million downloads. Karen’s most recent book, Flip Time/ Love Life is a Heroine’s Journey tale about loving the life you have while you create and co-create the life of your dreams. Here's What We Cover in This Episode The only thing stopping us is ourselves Success leaves clues The importance of getting leads The consult to sell process Connecting to build and to grow Mindset motivation principles The best investment is in yourself
Karen's Book Recommendations https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/193696127X/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=193696127X&linkId=91987f5987f1d971ae99a68157998639 (Real Estate Success in 5 Minutes a Day: Secrets of a Top Agent Revealed (5 Minute Success) by Karen Briscoe) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1936961350/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=1936961350&linkId=d4d588bf40958730baa649e4c4c08a31 (Commit to Get Leads: Success in 5 Minutes a Day (5 Minute Success) (Volume 2) by Karen Briscoe) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1936961423/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=1936961423&linkId=158f3b4bdc2a171df7634f4cb1a831a0 (Flip Time / Love Life: A Heroine’s Journey - A 5 Minute Success Story by Karen Briscoe ) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0062888749/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=0062888749&linkId=252ab915c92db782d4b144974b3f2de4 (The Happiness Project, Tenth Anniversary Edition by Gretchen Rubin) Connect with Karen http://www.5MinuteSuccess.com (Website) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHhcRljOELROCwKKmIsEttQ (YouTube) https://www.linkedin.com/company/5-minute-press/ (LinkedIn) https://www.facebook.com/groups/5minutesuccess/?ref=bookmarks (Facebook) http://www.5minutesuccess.com/podcast/ (Podcast )
Justin Stoddart is an entrepreneur, business owner, husband, father of 6, and author of, https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08P3WRKXR/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B08P3WRKXR&linkId=957420a79fb46c75d8ae2db97690a8ea (The Upstream Model.) Inside The Upstream Model, Justin shares hidden secrets to help you build a massive referral business while crushing Big Tech Competitors. As an industry challenger, educator, and leader, Justin is intent on helping to reshape the value proposition of well-paid professionals so that they can have a life of success and significance, income, and impact. Here's What We Cover in This Episode Figure out how to help a lot of people What are the relationships that are really important? Focus your talents and energy on what you are really passionate about How do I want to be remembered? Get excited about Mondays External vs internal problems Surround yourself with others who will challenge you and help you grow The Upstream Model- Others in your world know things before you do
Justin's Book Recommendation https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08P3WRKXR/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B08P3WRKXR&linkId=957420a79fb46c75d8ae2db97690a8ea (The Upstream Model: Hidden Secrets to Building a Massive Referral Business While Crushing Big Tech Competitors by Justin Stoddart) Connect with Justin https://justinstoddart.com/ (Website) https://www.upstreammodel.com/get-book (Book Link) https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinstoddart/ (LinkedIn ) https://www.facebook.com/JustinStoddartLIVE/ (Facebook)
Jeff Gargas is the COO and Co-founder of the Teach Better Team (Creators of www.teachbetter.com, The Grid Method, and Teach Further) and co-author of the book, “Teach Better.” He works with educators to increase student engagement and improve student success. He also offers 1-on-1 coaching for teachers who have a product or idea they want to share with others to better education. Jeff shares a refreshing perspective on education using The Grid Method. Here's What We Cover in This Episode Being a successful entrepreneur is about passion Grid Method-Framework for implementing student centered-self paced learning How much cash you have matters in running a business Build your company by listening to your audience Stay steady in spite of your up’s and down’s Don’t listen to others who may rain on your dreams
Jeff's Book Recommendations https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1949595668/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=1949595668&linkId=ac246094810f6ab6692ea72115ba489f (Teach Better by Chad Ostrowski, Tiffany Ott, Rae Hughart, Jeff Gargas ) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0241976278/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=0241976278&linkId=5e52a3e833343367d642b2ed6d96299c (The Go-Giver: A Little Story About a Powerful Business Idea by John David Mann & Bob Burg ) Connect with Jeff https://twitter.com/jeffgargas (Twitter) https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffgargas/ (LinkedIn) https://www.instagram.com/_JeffGargas (Instagram) http://www.teachbetter.com (Website)
Curtis McCoy is an American entrepreneur, business development expert, influencer, author, and keynote speaker. Curtis lost everything after being diagnosed with a malignant brain tumor but fought against all the odds to recover and return to the marketplace. He also survived Type-1 Diabetes, grand mal seizures, multiple comas, and recurring memory issues. Despite these challenges, Curtis is helping thousands to reach their goals through mentoring, speaking, and books. He is the author of four books, and his most recent release is, How To Be Successful: Think Like A Leader. Here's What We Cover in This Episode Importance of a positive mindset in spite of circumstances Challenges & setbacks Plan for the best and prepare for the worst Personal branding Put out consistent content and give more than you receive How leaders look at life Listen as much as you talk Social media content Pursue happiness Stand up for what you believe
Curtis' Book Recommendation https://amzn.to/33Jc0NY (How To Be Successful: Think Like A Leader by Curtis McCoy) Connect with Curtis https://SuccessMotivationInspiration.com/MCurtisMcCoy (Website) https://linkedin.com/in/MCurtisMcCoy/ (LinkedIn) https://facebook.com/MCurtisMcCoy (Facebook) https://twitter.com/MCurtisMcCoy (Twitter) https://youtube.com/c/SuccessMotivationInspiration (YouTube)
In spite of blindness, Jim Stovall has been a National Olympic weightlifting champion, a successful investment broker, the President of the Emmy Award-winning Narrative Television Network, and a highly sought-after author and platform speaker. He is the author of 40 books, including the bestseller, The Ultimate Gift, which is now a major motion picture from 20th Century Fox starring James Garner and Abigail Breslin. Five of his other novels have also been made into movies with two more in production. Here's What We Cover in This Episode How could I help someone with that problem? If you think you can, you can. Which voice will you listen to? If you have nothing to lose, you have everything to gain Activity vs Productivity Motivation, Communication, Implementation Start with the truth as you will always end with it Seek first to understand before you seek to be understood Every adversity is endowed with a greater good We make money by creating values for others You change your life when you change your mind Vision is infinitely more powerful than sight
Jim's Book Recommendation https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008AU9H7O/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B008AU9H7O&linkId=4bce0566f2ddf4bca6ca3b92b899523f (The Ultimate Gift by Jim Stovall) Connect with Jim http://www.jimstovall.com/ (Website) https://twitter.com/Stovallauthor (Twitter) https://www.facebook.com/jimstovallauthor (Facebook)
Genevieve M. Piturro founded the successful national nonprofit https://pajamaprogram.org/ (Pajama Program) twenty years ago. She is now a professional speaker, consultant, and author, and has appeared in various media, including The Oprah Winfrey Show. Her mission is to inspire people to listen to their hearts. She is also the author of the new popular memoir, https://www.genevievepiturro.com/ (Purpose, Passion & Pajamas: How to Transform Your Life, Embrace the Human Connection, and Lead with Meaning). Genevieve takes us through her story of a triumphant leap off the corporate ladder to bringing pajamas to children in shelters. She shares how to listen to the voice in your heart and understand that change can be scary. Here's What We Cover in This EpisodeYour heart voice What is your awakening moment? Keep asking and don’t stop asking for guidance or a sign It can be scary to make a change and take a risk One idea + human connection Who are your cheerleaders?
Genevieve's Book Recommendationhttps://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1632992906/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=1632992906&linkId=483361e61c1b0606a0247f8fcaa6673a (Purpose, Passion, and Pajamas: How to Transform Your Life, Embrace the Human Connection, and Lead with Meaning by Genevieve Piturro) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1524746029/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=1524746029&linkId=1e3eb2b2f591068d8b9e3030f28aeb6c (The Girl with the Louding Voice: A Novel by Abi Daré ) Connect with Genevievehttps://pajamaprogram.org (Website) https://www.genevievepiturro.com/home (Website) https://www.facebook.com/GenPiturro (Facebook)
Brent Magnussen is a retired Army Veteran, author, business owner, and entrepreneur. Brent is the author of Roger Up, The Mission Ready Blue Print to Crush The Morning, Own the Day, and Become The Best Version of You. Brent shares the lessons he learned in the Military and how his mentors have impacted his life and success. Here's What We Cover in This EpisodeThe intention every day is to be better than yesterday The lessons learned from being on Combat Importance of having accountability in your life and business Tapping into reserves when you think you are done 15-second smile Morning Routine Seeing the finish line and chunking down action steps The healthy ego Have a plan
Brent's Book Recommendationhttps://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B088T5S6Q7/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B088T5S6Q7&linkId=092521970ad15677155d2ea19f6872a5 (ROGER UP: THE MISSION READY BLUEPRINT TO CRUSH THE MORNING, OWN THE DAY, AND BECOME THE BEST VERSION OF YOU by Brent Magnussen) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1640951830/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=1640951830&linkId=41a66182cd9d940c33921a98aeca4ac8 (Outwitting the Devil: The Secrets to Freedom and Success by Napoleon Hill) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0062364286/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=0062364286&linkId=c86706c1722b0ac9bf6db013a8140a8d (The Success Principles(TM) - 10th Anniversary Edition: How to Get from Where You Are to Where You Want to Be by Jack Canfield) Connect with Brenthttps://eaglerisespeakers.com/2019/07/16/brent-magnussen/#:~:text=Brent%20Magnussen%20is%20an%20American,%2Danticipated%20book%2C%20ROGER%20UP. (Website) https://www.facebook.com/brentcmagnussen (Facebook)
Myra Oliver is the author of the Amazon Best Seller, Down Home Money, and resides in Denton, Texas. She is also an investor, entrepreneur, business owner. Myra shares with us how becoming a Millionaire is easier than we think and you don’t have to start big. Her story from hairdresser to millionaire provides a road map to anyone who wants to grow their wealth. Here's What We Cover in This EpisodeLive in your passion It's not how much money you make, it's how much you keep Success is great, significance is better Every journey starts small What is your financial freedom number? Simple steps to becoming a millionaire Money can still be made in Real Estate
Myra's Book Recommendationhttps://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1544514735/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=1544514735&linkId=0b68490c0526cb1438fdef0eafaf3c40 (Down Home Money: A Simple Approach to Financial Freedom by Myra Oliver) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1601427972/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=1601427972&linkId=4ef4461d99047bf3f25517a0107c9609 (The More of Less: Finding the Life You Want Under Everything You Own by Joshua Becker) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0143115766/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=0143115766&linkId=8de3d71f5849088eba5967f88b636f6a (Your Money or Your Life: 9 Steps to Transforming Your Relationship with Money and Achieving Financial Independence by Vicki Robin) Connect with Myrahttps://downhomemoney.com/ (Website) https://www.facebook.com/myra.w.oliver (Facebook) https://www.linkedin.com/in/myra-oliver-83752a25/ (LinkedIn)
Patti Mara resides in Ontario, Canada, and is a coach, entrepreneur, and author of UpSolutions. She shares with us how the pandemic has changed business and the prospective business owners have on their customers. Here's What We Cover in This EpisodeEmbrace the opportunity for change Business is the value you create Trends that are putting pressure on businesses Focus on solutions, not sales Customers don’t even know what questions to ask UpSolutions recipe What is an educated observation?
Patti's Book Recommendationshttps://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B086L42W78/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B086L42W78&linkId=c9772a49bbdfa604c1277f4a257c7a4e (UpSolutions: Turning Teams into Heroes and Customers into Raving Fans by Patti Mara) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1401960588/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=1401960588&linkId=e4f36ac5fd3d179264421f9b8158bc65 (Who Not How: The Formula to Achieve Bigger Goals Through Accelerating Teamwork by Dan Sullivan) Connect with Pattihttps://www.pattimara.com/ (Website) https://www.facebook.com/thepattimara (Facebook) https://www.linkedin.com/in/pattimara/ (LinkedIn)
I am truly honored to be joined by Travis Mills, retired Army Staff Sergeant of the 82nd Airborne. Travis is a motivational speaker, entrepreneur, founder of the Travis Mills Foundation, author of Tough As They Come, husband, and father of two. He is one of only 5 quadruple amputees from the Iraq and Afghanistan wars to survive. On April 10, 2012, Travis’s life changed forever. He set his backpack down on the ground and an IED exploded taking both of his arms and legs. What he did next and his story are truly inspirational. Here's What We Cover in This Episode Leaders exude confidence, lead from the front, and never show fear Mindset around goals and objectives How we inspire and impact others sometimes without evening knowing it Life’s peaks and valleys and how to overcome them The inspiration to start a non-profit to impact others How to measure up to the very best in your industry You can change your narrative
Travis' Book Recommendations https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1101904801/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=1101904801&linkId=e8b9ee8c265ef7f265ffef9ef247b0a3 (Tough As They Come by Travis Mills) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1250183863/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=1250183863&linkId=a078dfb88afa34942c4856fdc747beb3 (Extreme Ownership: How U.S. Navy SEALs Lead and Win by Jocko Willink) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1250195772/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=1250195772&linkId=1ad9c9c6e789f59b7c0d0a47d7f2696c (The Dichotomy of Leadership: Balancing the Challenges of Extreme Ownership to Lead and Win by Jocko Willink) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1546034528/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=1546034528&linkId=f3bb7cc548e432549949afccd20e19fa (Beautifully Broken: An Unlikely Journey of Faith by Paige Wetzel) Connect with Travis https://www.travismills.org/ (Website) https://www.facebook.com/ssgtravismills (Facebook) https://www.linkedin.com/company/travis-mills-foundation/ (LinkedIn)
Craig Owen is a multiple Keller Williams Franchise Owner, entrepreneur, and father of 5 in San Antonio. Craig leads one of the largest real estate offices in the country with over 1100 agents. Craig discusses how great leaders lead through others. Relationships are the key to effective leadership. He says just because you have a special sauce, does not automatically guarantee success. It’s not the answers he gives people, it's the questions he asks. Here's What We Cover in This Episode How to measure up to the very best in your industry Attraction vs promotion Opportunities are earned Mastery takes time Relationships trump any dollar or task All companies rise and fall on their leadership Leadership is nothing more and nothing less than influence Consulting is critical, give people grace Value creation Leader vulnerability
Craig's Book Recommendation https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0671027034/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=0671027034&linkId=f20b3a6dd9269f5454699ece562329bb (How to Win Friends & Influence People by Dale Carnegie ) Connect with Craig https://www.kwsanantonio.com/ (Website) https://www.facebook.com/craig.owen.184 (Facebook) https://www.linkedin.com/in/craigowenrealestate/ (LinkedIn)
Dr. Randy Ross is an entrepreneur, business owner of Remarkable, and 3 times Best Selling Author. Randy’s books include Remarkable, Relationomics, and his most recent release, Hope Rises. In part 2 of our interview with Randy, he shares a powerful question to ask in getting life-changing feedback. He breaks down what a healthy relationship looks like between 2 people. In Randy’s latest book, Hope Rises he provides practical wisdom to effectively face challenges, difficulties, and setbacks. Hope is a dynamic motivational strategy based upon inspirational goal setting. It is the essence of what everyone needs to sustain themselves during difficult periods of time. One of the best pieces of advice Randy has received is to always seek continuous feedback for personal growth and development. Here's What We Cover in This Episode The 3 components for a healthy personal and business relationship The 4 types of coaching conversations RAW conversations The fastest way to be successful The 4 common beliefs that high hope individuals have The importance of being open to feedback What hope really is and what it’s not
Randy's Book Recommendations https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0801018838/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=0801018838&linkId=9c94e0deed5bfc308a98af586b745142 (Remarkable!: Maximizing Results through Value Creation by Dr. Randy Ross) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07MWFKQHG/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B07MWFKQHG&linkId=059f76454881ea3d5d5bc2beace27f2b (Relationomics: Business Powered by Relationships by Dr. Randy Ross) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08FXVYBFP/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B08FXVYBFP&linkId=73e9b7047458fa0a86a705c90d31a538 (Hope Rises: Make Your Life, Love & Leadership Soar by Dr. Randy Ross) Connect with Randy https://drrandyross.com (Website) https://www.facebook.com/Dr.RandyRoss (Facebook) https://www.linkedin.com/in/drrandyross/ (LinkedIn)
Dr. Randy Ross is an entrepreneur, business owner of Remarkable, and 3 times Best Selling Author. Randy’s books include Remarkable, Relationomics, and his most recent release, Hope Rises. Randy shared he started as a Pastor and how that experience led him to where he is today. As a pastor, he would have many conversations with business owners and realized how he could impact them and their businesses. His mission is to help people understand how to live with purpose. In his first book, Remarkable, he provides a road map on value creation. Randy defines true value creation as providing world-class service that blows people away and exceeds their expectations. That way when you leave their presence, they irrepressibly talk about you. People will do good business with organizations that do good. It's not just about making money, it's about making a difference. Doesn’t matter what you produce, it’s about the impact you have on people. The belief that people will gladly pay full price for those things is what brings true value to life. It is about taking care of people. This is commonsensical yet not common practice. Albert Einstein said, “Any fool can take something simple and make it complex through convolution and misdirection.” Relationomics is a business powered by relationships. Companies flounder when they do not build strong relationships with their people and teams. It gets off track when there is self-promotion, unhealthy competition, an I am going to win attitude, or where people use other people for personal gain. Randy shared his concept of net weaving vs networking. Net weaving is asking questions about the other person to understand their business and how you can help them. Most people are 2-3 introductions away from success. Value creation is contributing more to the other person than you take away. There are 2 kinds of people in the world, value creators and value extractors. The value creator is always thinking about how I can position myself to bring my very best to the table to contribute to others. You can’t go deep in relationships with the people you lead without knowing about them at a deep level. Today is the time to deepen relationships. Our world today is socially connected, relationally distant, and relationally bankrupt. We all need more authenticity and transparency. Authenticity is about being honest about yourself with yourself. Transparency is about being honest with yourself with others. What is the self-help conundrum? There is a lot of information and programs available for people, yet we can’t raise ourselves up on our own, because of blind spots. They are blind spots because we can’t see them. Here's What We Cover in This Episode The importance of relationships in business and life What is true value creation? Feedback is crucial for personal growth People do business with companies because of their impact
Randy's Book Recommendations https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0801018838/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=0801018838&linkId=9c94e0deed5bfc308a98af586b745142 (Remarkable!: Maximizing Results through Value Creation by Dr. Randy Ross) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07MWFKQHG/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B07MWFKQHG&linkId=059f76454881ea3d5d5bc2beace27f2b (Relationomics: Business Powered by Relationships by Dr. Randy Ross) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08FXVYBFP/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B08FXVYBFP&linkId=73e9b7047458fa0a86a705c90d31a538 (Hope Rises: Make Your Life, Love & Leadership Soar by Dr. Randy Ross) Connect with Randy https://drrandyross.com (Website) https://www.facebook.com/Dr.RandyRoss (Facebook) https://www.linkedin.com/in/drrandyross/...
Nikki Ubaldini is an entrepreneur, and owner of multiple business ventures with her husband Gary in Tampa, Florida. Nikki and Gary founded the Ubaldini Group, a Mega Agent Team as their initial journey into real estate. Part 2 kicks off with Nikki telling us how life was good and things were going well for her and her family. As it does sometimes, life changed in a matter of minutes. She experienced the loss of her sister and then she heard the news no woman wants to hear. She was diagnosed with breast cancer. When it happened, she realized she had manifested her illness. This forced her to rethink her world and ask why this was happening for her, not to her. One thing she now had was time. She was able to work on herself. A discovery she had was how women and some men, can give up their power to doctors. After a lot of research, there were more treatments available than the traditional recommendations, many of which were better for her. This provided the impetus for Nikki to create a women’s group called WE; Women Empowered. Self-care is very important. You can’t take care of anyone else if you can’t take care of yourself. At the beginning of her health issues, she knew this was a sign of something bigger. In times like these, reflection becomes a big part of the process. You can’t be in control of everything and be in joy at the same time she thought to herself. In today’s world, one must take care of themselves. Focus on your routines and rituals and find your balance between work and yourself. Stop and ask yourself where is your DNA in the situation you are currently in. When someone comes at you, it’s not about you, it’s about them. Sometimes we hit ceilings of achievement not because of skill, but because we may be holding onto baggage that we have not let go of. Here's What We Cover in This Episode The importance of self-care The balance between personal life and business life is a health requirement Reflect where you have DNA
Nikki's Book Recommendation http://www.garyandnikkihomes.com/ (Website) https://www.facebook.com/NikkiUbaldini (Facebook) https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikki-ubaldini-65382310/ (LinkedIn) Nikki's Podcast- We are Women Empowered https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/we-are-women-empowered/id1488228192 (We are Women Empowered Podcast) https://wearewomenempowered.libsyn.com/# (Website) https://www.instagram.com/wearewomenempoweredpod/ (Instagram) https://www.facebook.com/wearewomenempoweredpod (Facebook)
Nikki Ubaldini is an entrepreneur and owner of multiple business ventures with her husband Gary in Tampa, Florida. Nikki and Gary founded the Ubaldini Group, a Mega Agent Team as their initial journey into real estate. This is part 1 of our session with Nikki as she shared so much value, we had to break it into 2 sessions. Before real estate, Nikki was a dancer in a Broadway-style venture. Having to constantly rehearse taught Nikki a foundational concept very early on, keep auditioning for the next opportunity and you will always be prepared. As an entrepreneur, she believes you can be good at more than one business opportunity at a time. Success is about tenacity. Tenacity is an important skill and there is no doubt Nikki is tenacious to her core. Many entrepreneurs stop when they get rejected. Nikki shared when she got rejected it was not about being good enough, it was that she just didn’t fit into their model. Fundamental skills are necessary for success and learning is one of those skills. As a learning junkie, Nikki studied others who were succeeding and emulated them and their actions at a very high level. She would seek out those who were the best at what they did in their field and even shadow them at times. The goal of reading a book or attending a seminar is to take just one idea and implement it in the next 7-14 days at a high level. This will then produce massive results. Don’t be afraid to implement new things and give them time to develop. The silliest thing we could ever do is change something because we are bored. Find a great coach who will force you to look at things from a different perspective and push you beyond your limits. Here's What We Cover in This Episode: You can be good at more than one business venture Having the right people around you Education is a fundamental key to being successful
Nikki's Book Recommendation: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1878424319/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=1878424319&linkId=7b5db204028710589fb7852c0a8d9559 (The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom by Don Miguel Ruiz) Connect with Nikki: http://www.garyandnikkihomes.com/ (Website) https://www.facebook.com/NikkiUbaldini (Facebook) https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikki-ubaldini-65382310/ (LinkedIn) Nikki's Podcast- We are Women Empowered https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/we-are-women-empowered/id1488228192 (We are Women Empowered Podcast) https://wearewomenempowered.libsyn.com/# (Website) https://www.instagram.com/wearewomenempoweredpod/ (Instagram) https://www.facebook.com/wearewomenempoweredpod (Facebook)
Dave Jenks is a successful entrepreneur, and co-author of the National Best Seller, The Millionaire Real Estate Agent. Dave told us he never started out thinking he would be an entrepreneur. His mentors and coaches had a significant impact on changing this thinking. They told him to learn everything you can from where you are at, at the time. Another powerful question to ask yourself is, What can I learn from this, no matter what this is? When it comes to success, mindset is crucial. The unplanned life is not worth living, according to one of Dave’s early mentors. You need to ascertain what you want in every environment you are in. Selling is a profession and a fundamental process based upon communications. In studying Dale Carnegie's works of How to Win Friends and Influence People and Stop Worrying and Start Living, Dave got clarity on the 1st of three Success Fundamentals, Human Relations. Human relations and the ability to relate to others was key in any endeavor. The second fundamental was public speaking. Standing up and speaking your mind whether for profession or belief was a critical piece to his success. Writing was his third fundamental key to success. Everyone can learn writing skills and the ability to write and create is so important. You never know where opportunities will show up. Every time you see an opportunity to learn a new skill, take it on. Happiness is not a result of being successful, it is the cause of being successful. Don’t wait for happiness, instead seek it out. This comes from the book, Feeling Good by Dr. David Burnes. Success is a momentum issue of your energy, attitude, and productivity. Keep in mind momentum can go either way. Written goals are another key to success. Less than 8% of people have written goals and are generally the ones who achieve goals at a high level. Learn the process of setting goals. Life is not without sets backs and challenges. Write your own story full of courage and insight. Do things when you are not confident, just go do it! Advice for entrepreneurs today, expand your bandwidth. What new skills and knowledge can we learn today to have success tomorrow? It is also about self-mastery of our own emotions and feelings during adversity. Believe in yourself and in your purpose. Do it with love and optimism. Use every opportunity to expand. Do it your own way. Here's What We Covered Having role models, coaches, and mentors make a big difference Be learning based 3 fundamentals of success Do not wait for happiness, seek it out
Dave's Book Recommendations https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HRCWGS8/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B00HRCWGS8&linkId=144f9085ca80c67d064826d0950718c6 (The Millionaire Real Estate Agent: It's Not About the Money...It's About Being the Best You Can Be! by Dave Jenks) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0671027034/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=0671027034&linkId=f24868d69f56315af76619b0daeb1760 (How to Win Friends & Influence People by Dale Carnegie) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0671035975/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=0671035975&linkId=3f6de930e5346b2b24c010899a1474f1 (How to Stop Worrying and Start Living by Dale Carnegie) Connect with Dave http://www.davejenks.com/ (Website) https://www.facebook.com/dave.jenks1 (Facebook)
Mo Anderson is the Vice-Chair of the Board and Co-Owner of Keller Williams Realty International, as well as the former CEO. Mo is also the author of A Joy-Filled Life. Growing up on a tenant farm, Mo thought she wanted to be a music teacher. She then decided to get into real estate, and like many agents, she struggled. In fact, she nearly failed out of the business. The story about how she survived and broke through the ceiling is one of destiny and one I know you’ll enjoy. The experience in her early days of real estate taught Mo the greatest business lesson in life she ever learned, “DO THE RIGHT THING.” When you do the right thing, you can change the course of someone’s life. After opening her own brokerage firm and becoming highly successful, she came across Gary Keller and Keller Williams Realty International. Mo became the CEO of Keller Williams and lead it from a small regional real estate company to its journey to becoming the #1 company in the world. The definition of true success is when you are at peace with yourself, the world, and your God in the middle of the storm. Trust will get you through the storm. Leadership is a place where people want to follow you. Leaders have followers. Respect for the leader is about consistency. To be a great leader, you have to dive deep into your faith. Your faith gives you the foundation for your values. Values are what help you establish your standards. She applies standards because she cares about people. In every opportunity, we have a responsibility. Next, we talked about culture. Culture is the predetermined way we treat each other. Win-win or no deal will never go away. It is foundational and eternal truth. When you have something built on eternal truths, it becomes your bedrock. The culture cannot just be about one person. It must be instilled first in the leaders and then the leaders instill it in their people. Mo's Book Recommendations https://amzn.to/34bFHH4 (A Joy-Filled Life by Mo Anderson) https://amzn.to/2EMjczI (The Dream Giver by Bruce Wilkinson) Connect with Mo https://www.facebook.com/moanderson (Facebook) https://www.linkedin.com/in/momentorship/ (LinkedIn) http://www.moanderson.com/new/ (Website) https://twitter.com/momentorship (Twitter) https://www.instagram.com/mo_mentorship/ (Instagram)
We are joined today by Linda McKissack, a highly successful entrepreneur, business owner, real estate investor, mentor, and author of, “HOLD: How to Find, Buy, and Rent Houses for Wealth” Linda shares how she discovered the importance of freedom while working her 8:00-5:00 job. She decided to get into real estate because she saw unlimited income opportunities. Life has unexpected twists and turns, and you must always be prepared. Her perspective is passive income is a way to be prepared. Linda stated, “Your greatest crisis if you wait long enough, can become your greatest blessing and certainly will WAKE YOU UP!" When we walk over dollars to get dimes, someone else is in control. Get good at creating freedom, time, money, and relationships. Linda’s definition of freedom comes right from her purpose statement. “I help successful, but overworked entrepreneurs understand the power of leverage and passive income so they can get freedom and margin for what matters the most.” Relationships grow as freedom grows. What is your freedom number? Your freedom number is the amount of passive income that would allow you to live the life you desire to live without having a job. Who can you be a HERO for? People won’t open the door to relationships without validity. There are 3 ways to get someone to self-discover: Great stories they can see themselves in Great questions that make them think Experience-what will it look like in a relationship
FREE GIFT- Text FREEDOMNUMBER to 33444 to receive the FREEDOM NUMBER worksheet. Connect with Linda: http://www.everythinglifeandrealestate.com/#/ (Linda's Podcast) http://lindamckissack.com/ (Linda's Website)
Today we hear from Michael J. Maher, author, entrepreneur, and business owner. Michael wrote The 7 Levels of Communication, created the Generosity Generation, and is the founder of his company, https://referco.com/ (REFERCO). A big part of life is making others feel special. Michael's wake-up call came when he experienced a near-death experience and while in the hospital he created The 7 Levels of Communication. He says writing power notes in blue ink captures the attention of the recipient. Handwritten notes are personalized and customized and have a long shelf life. Handwritten notes can also be sent to people we don't know very well. We have to feel the energy around others. Ceilings usually come from a lack of partnership. Today it is more about collaboration than competition. Collaboration is a kick-starter for energy. The consumer of today wants to be heard and helped. They want to be asked questions. Always be connecting. Nobody cares about your story until you hear their story. The ego era of the consumer was to find me, sell me, chase me, then sell me. Consumers of today say hear me, ask me questions, help me or connect me with someone who can. Many talk about marketing, few talk about communication. When you communicate correctly, you will never have to market. Create an army of ambassadors who tell your story for you. https://referco.com/ (REFERCO) was created to help companies develop programs to get their advocates/ambassadors to tell the companies story and help refer business to the company. Michael shared the concept of the Upward Spiral of LIFE. 1st Step is to Learn. Step 2 is to Implement. Step 3 is Fail and Step 4 is Evaluate. This process never stops and is always ongoing. No such thing as success or failure, only growth! Here's what we cover in this episode Everyone talks about marketing, few talk about communications The only reason to communicate with people online is to get them offline Nobody cares about your story until you’ve heard their story There is no such thing as success or failure-only growth The best scenario is to WIN and LEARN
Michael's Book Recommendation 7L: The Seven Levels of Communication: Go From Relationships to Referrals Connect with Michael https://www.facebook.com/groups/joingengen (Facebook GenGen) https://www.facebook.com/themaherteam (Facebook The Maher Team) https://www.facebook.com/themaherteam (Facebook ReferCo)
In this episode, we sit down with Scott Malouff, the Owner, and Founder of the Scott Malouff-International Group. Scott got the entrepreneur itch at a very young age. At 6 years old he sold 1,700 candy bars for a school fundraising event. He started out in the mall, owning kiosk businesses across the country. He then got into the entertainment business and quickly discovered the entertainment business had its pitfalls and responsibility for others’ behavior, which was not a comfortable place to be. He learned very early on as an entrepreneur how important influence was and to find the influencers. Scott’s grandfather was a Chief Master Sergeant in the Air Force and had a huge influence on his leadership. His Mom was a single parent and raised 6 kids. Training never stops for a successful entrepreneur and therefore growth never stops. Real Estate is the best investment one can make. Highly successful people going back for centuries, most often held real estate as a wealth tool. Scott came into real estate as a business owner, not as a real estate agent. He was all-in from the beginning. 70% of agents do not make it past their first year and there are a lot of limiting beliefs in real estate. John Maxwell says, “The most important piece of real estate is between our ears.” It is about people, not about the money, and understanding how to treat people. It is crucial to take advice from the right people. One measurement is to ask yourself, “Would I want to trade positions/switch chairs with that person today?” As bad as you want it for some people, they must want it for themselves. Scott discovered many say they want success; however, most are not willing to pay the price. Scott’s trajectory in closed units: Year 1-82 Units Year 2-151 Units Year 3-238 Units Year 4-410 Units-Exceeded $2,000,000 in Gross Revenue. Year 5-Goal is 500 Units Scott is clear he has more potential and he keeps pushing. We create our own ceilings. There are no ceilings. He said, “WE ARE JUST GETTING STARTED!” How did he grow his business in 4 years from zero to $2,000,000? The Right People The Right Systems Make sure you are profitable What has he learned about hiring others? Take the time upfront and know how to win/lose with them. Have a proven process and follow it. The process removes a lot of the bias. First 90 days is the engagement process and after 90 days we will get married. *Once you bring in the right people, it becomes about them. Scott’s vision is to create a big enough world so that others can grow into that world and experience opportunities themselves. “If someone comes into my organization and they are not performing, it is my fault,” Scott stated. Scott shared a performance conversation. He offers them a $2,000 check and tells them they have 2 weeks to perform or they can take the check right now. No one has ever taken the check. Sometimes people just need permission to move on. We asked Scott, if he could do it all over again, what would he do differently? Keeping your priorities in order and scheduling family and personal time. Sometimes we need to get, “CHIN CHECKED” where something happens to bring you back to reality. Instant gratification does not always happen. Having coaches and consultants train you is important. It comes down to the 3 C’s; consistency, character, confidence. Here's what we cover in this episode The importance of influence and how to find the influencers Training never stops for successful entrepreneurs and therefore growth never stops It's always about people It's crucial to take advice from the right people We create our own ceilings
Scott's Book Recommendation Profit First: Transform Your Business from a Cash-Eating Monster to a Money-Making Machine Connect with Scott https://www.facebook.com/scott.malouff (Facebook ) https://www.facebook.com/MalouffInternationalGroup (Facebook Malouff International...
In this episode, we sit down with Curtis Lewsey, the founder of AM Cards and the author of Appreciation Marketing. Curtis shares how a peer who was getting referrals from his territory, taught him one of the best lessons he's ever learned. “Get to know people for who they are, not what they do." Go deep with them and find out about their families, what they enjoy doing, and their hobbies. This advice allowed him to go from almost getting out of the business, to becoming #1 in sales out of 1,200 salespeople. He then shares some great questions to ask someone to get to know them. What is your story? Ask them about themselves. What led you into this business or job? How did you end up in this industry? What makes you feel the most alive?” There is a difference between purpose and passion. Sometimes people are in roles that are not their purpose. One of the biggest competitive advantages in business is to say, “THANK YOU.” When you show appreciation and gratitude, it seems to be common sense, although it is not common practice. Do it in a way that stands out! Create a WOW. “If you don’t build something you own, you may be wasting your time.” This prompted Curtis to start Appreciation Marketing Cards, also known as AM Cards. Do not try to get something alone. There is so much wisdom from others who have lived before you. Sometimes the opportunity in front of us provides us something we were not expecting. Have multiple mentors and coaches in various industries. What is AM Cards? Impact of the single card. One of Curtis’s mentors shared a great piece of advice, “Never outsource your heart.” Do not have your assistant call your best friend and wish them a Happy Birthday, YOU DO THAT! Sometimes we need to slow down to speed up. Do not expect anything in return, yet when you give, it will come back to you in multitude. A card or note leads to a conversation. Conversations lead to opportunities and opportunities lead to closed business. When you find something that works, keep doing that, and ask for feedback to improve your systems. Be coachable and be committed. Watch who you are getting advice from. Best advice you have ever received? William E. Bailey, who was a mentor for Jim Rohn shared a great quote. “Start with the truth because you are going to end with it.” Here's What We Cover in This Episode How to show up in people's lives and get to know them for who they are The power of gratitude and the unexpected thank you How to ask the right questions Appreciation Marketing Connecting with people Start with the truth as you will always end with it Understanding the value of having mentors and coaches in different areas of your life 30-day challenge
Curtis' Book Recommendation The Sticking Point Solution: 9 Ways to Move Your Business From Stagnation to Stunning Growth In Touch Economic Times Connect with Curtis https://www.facebook.com/curtislewsey (Facebook) http://amcards.com (AM Cards Website) http://www.referralsecrets.com (Referral Secrets Website)