The Inspired Daily Grind: Recent Episodes
Daniel Griggs
Entrepreneurship is highly praised in the 21st century, but its saturated with false perspectives. Being an entrepreneur is a lifestyle. Just like life itself, it's a a daily grind. Everyday decisions have the ability to lift you up and change your life. Not all decisions will lead you to greatness and some are more difficult to make.
Being an entrepreneur takes focus on responsibilities and handling distractions with swiftness and dedication. I will help you to figure out the next best move to make to take your business from point A to point B. Most people talk about the success they already have.
On The Inspired Daily Grind I will share my inspiration, strategies and knowledge behind the daily grind that it takes to reach success in your business.
You don't know how strong you have to be until you face obstacles that challenge you as an individual. If you really want to build a business, then sacrifice tv shows, Netflix, and social media. You want the private jet, Ferrari, and all other fortunes? Then get ready to work harder than you can ever imagine. Your words and dreams mean nothing. Your actions are everything.
Ramon Tookes got into real estate investing at the age of 19 for the money. But over the years his entrepreneurial journey has changed his initial intent into a passion. As a real estate investor, author, coach, and speaker Ramon hosts Flipology 101 2 day bootcamps in the entire nation in over 20 cities.
Don't say you're going to make 6 or 7 figures if you can't show a plan on how you'll do so. Don't say I'm going to play in the NFL, NBA, MLB, MLS or any pro sport if you're depending on one form of hard work to get you that opportunity. Do everything with purpose and intent.
Your talent, your great idea, or your connections mean nothing. The opportunities you want will come when you put in the applicable work to accomplish them. Change your expectations or change your work ethic .
Kevin Hong ran into a problem when building his business. Over 90 % of his potential clients wanted to have face-to-face meetings with him to close on deals. Short on capital, and with the pressure on, Kevin told his team that he'd live out of a van and travel all over to have meetings with as many movie theaters as possible. At first they laughed at him hysterically, but his idea was what eventually brought Dealflicks up to a $15M valuation.
The conversation of work life balance will always be never ending. I look at it as balancing the decisions you make at certain moments. "Do I get on this phone call in my home office or play with my kids?" "Do I get on my laptop and work or spend this next hour or so with my significant other?" I dive deep into how I view balancing running two companies and spending quality time with my family.
Alex Berman is the guy that believes in "conquering your niche". What do I mean by that? Well first off, he's the founder of an agency that caters only to web design and digital marketing agencies. His success and expertise in cold emailing, networking events, cold calling, and everything sales will keep your head spinning. Grab a pen and paper so you can take notes!
Jean Ginzburg had no plans on being an entrepreneur and starting her on company, while working for a marketing agency. Now, with over 11 years experience, a best-selling author of her new book "Win New Customers: How to Attract, Connect, and Convert More Prospects into Customers in 60 Days Using Digital Marketing" and CEO of Ginball Digital Marketing, Jean goes into detail about her entrepreneurial journey.
Running a business is all about making money, period. 8 out of 10 business will fail - this is fact. You know why they fail? They didn't make enough money to stay in business. Your personal brand is used to drive more business. Likes, shares, and comments on Facebook and Instagram doesn't do that. Establish this mindset "If my business doesn't make money, I don't have a business."
Today's show is another AMA - Ask Me Anything. The questions that rolled in my DM and that we'll discuss are: Should I be an entrepreneur or an employee? Have I always been an entrepreneur or knew that I would be an entrepreneur? My answers are definitely not of the norm.
My biggest weakness as an entrepreneur and running a business. Entrepreneurial heart, but don’t know what industry to build a business in. When do you need to hire. Keeping your goals BIG or small.
Krish left a well paying 6 figure job at the age of 23, to go full fledged into his business - only to fail epically. Krish chats about his entrepreneurial journey, morning routine, and the challenges he’s faced while building his businesses.
Do I think Gary Vaynerchuk is really about the hustle and grind he preaches? The best book to read to help not get burnt out in your business. How to start, and build your own web design agency.
If you’re not scheduling out your day then that means you’re more likely all over the place and creating additional stress. To truly achieve goals you have to set a plan. And it begins with structuring your everyday routine.
Are you willing working as hard as you possibly can to make your dreams and your vision a reality? And even if you believe you are, what’s it like compared to your competition? All we have is our work ethic. No matter where you come from in life or what your circumstance may be, one thing we all have control over is how hard we are willing to work.
Those that love to compete have a particular mindset. It doesn't matter what they face, they have their minds made up that the end result will be them winning. In business so many failures come from companies not wanting to compete. They keep doing what they've always been doing and some fresh young company comes and steals their customer base because their not willing to adapt and change for the better. Will you tuck your tail and run when faced with adversity or will you look at that challenge in the eyes and say "bring it on!"
With entrepreneurship continuing to be the direction that so many of the younger generation wants to go, it's only right that I help them out by giving them significant advice based on my failures as well as others, to help them overcome future unexpected hurdles. This week we're focusing on Young College Entrepreneurs. To join this group, go visit facebook.com/groups/youngcollegeentrepreneurs
What are you looking forward to in 2018 for your business and career? If you haven't already, set your goals, put down your strategy, and go attack. Go from one level of greatness to the next. The only way to do this is, for 12 months, is to STAY FOCUSED!
Writing down your goals is always the first step, but don't just write them down and say I'll accomplish this big picture goal in 365 days. You need to break it down into segments: weeks, months, quarters, then a year. It's a lot easier to give up when the destination seems so far away. But if we view the big picture in different milestones, you have a greater chance of success. Find out more on this edition of the Inspired Daily Grind.
One of the best things Daniel did was write down his business goals. Once you do that, you can then begin working on strategy and figuring out how you'll accomplish them. But more importantly, when you write them down - rather on your phone, pen and paper, or white board - it creates a mentality in you and helps you have a more laser focus. Find out more on this edition of The Inspired Daily Grind.
Quit telling people that work a 9-5 that they should be an entrepreneur and have their own business. Instead, ask about their happiness and if what they do for 8 hours a day aligns with their goals.
There are more people, that don't work for themselves, that are happier than those that do. And according to statistics, most entrepreneurs fail.
Your career is about happiness and a lifestyle you enjoy. This can be obtained in more than one way.
8 to 9 out of 10 business are still failing. My point? Building a business is a journey. The moment you stop building is when your business will begin to gradually or quickly crumble. This goes for small business, solopreneurs, and big corporate companies. The odds are against those that lose their hustle.
On this episode we continue with the 17 Simple Questions to ask yourself before going into entrepreneurship, as well if you're already an entrepreneur. Questions 4-7. You have to listen to this one until the end because I drop a MAJOR gem for you to take into your week and really focus on.
On this episode we get through 3 of the 17 Simple Questions to ask yourself before going into entrepreneurship, as well if you're already an entrepreneur.
Candace Trinidad went from corporate, to stay-at-home, to full-time entrepreneur. Candace is the founder and owner of Luxe Blade Beauty, a line of luxury aftercare for premium microblading and permanent makeup. As someone that's always been into cosmetics, she's taken her passion, mixed it with her talent, and has created an eye-catching business out of it.
This episode is highlights exactly what The Inspired Daily Grind is all about: the journey of an entrepreneur. All of our paths to success are different and what we all have to be mindful about is that so many people are battling the same things and we get so caught up in these success stories that we forget that you have to go through some dark to get to the light at the end of the tunnel. Entrepreneurship is about figuring things out both in business and your life. What's your journey as an entrepreneur?
Cassie and Whitney both came from the corporate world, with no expectations to be future entrepreneurs. They unexpectedly team up to for My Brilliant People which is a program that educates entrepreneurs, corporate individuals, and small business on leadership both in their careers and relationships. This iron sharpens iron duo of women share their experiences and success in hopes to encourage others to live life with intent and purpose.
Customer service is still a thing. And because Kim Pfieffer, owner of A Sharper You, puts so much into her clients, it's paid off tremendously. Because of this she's established a referral based marketing machine for her brand. Kim began A Sharper You in 2014 and went through a few learning curves before building this strong brand presence. On this episode, she gives full detail about how she narrowed down her target audience, established great customer relationships, and how her flexibility as an entrepreneur means everything.
That's right, ASK ME ANYTHING! As I always like to put it, "closed mouths don't get feed." Over the years I've experienced a lot being an entrepreneur, building my business with only 9 bucks, and figuring out how to create a balance with family, work, and life. I had someone answer so many of my questions when I first began my journey. The best I can do is pay it forward and provide great advice and knowledge to others. There are no limits. ASK ME ANYTHING.
Amber Gray, founder & CEO of Trusty Oak, a U.S. based Virtual Assistant company, walked away from her 9-5 to start her own VA business. And get this, her very first client was the same company she left to start her own business!
In her newly released e-book: QUICK GUIDE TO DEVELOPING A DELEGATION STRATEGY - Amber sheds light on the major benefits of entrepreneurs using a virtual assistant, and how you can take back your day with smart delegation.
That's right, ASK ME ANYTHING! As I always like to put it, "closed mouths don't get feed." Over the years I've experienced a lot being an entrepreneur, building my business with only 9 bucks, and figuring out how to create a balance with family, work, and life. I had someone answer so many of my questions when I first began my journey. The best I can do is pay it forward and provide great advice and knowledge to others. There are no limits. ASK ME ANYTHING.
Jason Stubbs is the mortgage professional and your consumer advocate for all things real estate on his show Real Estate Radio in Austin, Texas. His competitive drive is what keeps him motivated and going as an entrepreneur. What's his "Why?" Staying humble, leaving his mark, and creating a legacy.
As founder & director of Total City Sports Volleyball in Austin, Texas, Lesley Heard never seen herself being an entrepreneur and business owner. Fortunately, her background from being a hard working athlete, and former volleyball player herself, is what helped prepare her to build this small non-profit, with only a few kids, to now over 700. She has developed a program that not only provides low-income girls the opportunity to be a better volleyball player, but also teaches them how to take that same work ethic used in sports and apply it to life.
Greg E Hill is a Motivational Speaker, Author, Entrepreneur, and Pod caster. But all those great talents were formed by staying tall in the pocket and not panicking and running. Mental health issues, losing $20,000 in one night, taking 7 years to receive a college degree -are just tips of the iceberg. Greg's story will inspire you beyond imagination. This is the journey of a guy that didn't allow his struggles to dictate his future.
The days of "build it and they will come" are over. Your idea sucks until you take action and transition it from an idea to an actual product or service. But once you know what it is that you're selling, you can't sit back and expect it to just work. You have to make it happen. Brainstorm, create a strategy, implement, critique, and repeat.
Todd Griffin, owner of Veteran Lawn Care & Landscaping, started his business with an electric weed eater, electric blower, and a mower that his dad passed down to him. Starting with little has grown to a lot. Todd is a US Army Veteran who's taken his military mindset, leadership, and work ethics to grow a great lawn care and landscaping company from nothing. As he likes to put it "I Served America, Now I'm Here To Serve You".
We all need some form of a support system but when it comes to entrepreneurship, I don't believe in being dependent on any person. Not your mom, dad, wife, husband, brother, sister, friends. Not anyone. Why? Because it's your vision. Not theirs. You can't expect others to understand a vision that's only given to you. If they support you, great. If not, no worries. Your daily grind needs to be self driven and fueled by YOUR VISION to create the lifestyle you want.
Building a business from ground up is never easy. In today's economy there are tons of startups and people diving into the entrepreneurial life. But what makes these people unique isn't their success, but the story behind their success. The hardships, the failures, balancing family & work, and unsuccessful expectations. In this episode I dive into the startup grind and how you should embrace your journey.
Being an athlete all my life, I've always carried that competitive and goal driven mentality into with everything I do, including being an entrepreneur. On this episode I chat with a long time friend, Juliann Johnson.
Her passion being a professional volleyball player in pursuit of making the 2020 Olympic team and bringing home the gold for USA, is the same as when she's in the recording studio perfecting a song and her vocals. Her athletic mindset, drive and passion is what keeps her focused both as an athlete and entrepreneur.
I reached out to Darryl Stevens back in 2015 when I was only a freelancer web designer, and trying build an actual agency. We were complete strangers to one another, and with open arms he mentored me. But little did I know, Darryl had a much deeper purpose as to why he's helped me. As successful as he is, his passion isn't driven by money but inspiring and helping others.
Chris Haywood is the creator of The Come Up Media which helps businesses connect with their customers through video storytelling. In the past, Chris has tried his hand at several entrepreneurial projects including running his own bootcamp, a healthy catering company, and public speaking to youth. The constant between his numerous career stops is the ability to connect with his audience. Through The Come Up Media, Chris hopes to help other aspiring entrepreneurs clarify their message so they can improve engagement and profit.
Social media is life now-a-day. It's how you stay connected with family, friends, who won the latest sports event, etc. What it's also being flooded with, is entrepreneurs being unauthentic.
Don't create a false perception of your success because, eventually, you'll begin to live out a false reality. Keep documenting, but show the struggle, the journey, and the day-to-day grind of what it takes to be a great entrepreneur.
Your passion is what drives your hard work and your hard work is what makes your vision become more and more clear. Grind in Silence and display your come up.
There's a cliche saying: Hard work doesn't go unnoticed. I like to say HUSTLE until you get noticed.
As an entrepreneur, as well as when I was a professional athlete, my hustle is what granted me the opportunity to have success. I didn't sit around and wait, I got up and worked. Hard work and smart work.
As an entrepreneur I called on every business that was on the local chamber of commerce, and figured out how to pitch these small businesses get a sale and feed my family.
As a professional football player I figured out the phone numbers and email addresses to 23 NFL teams. Then I called and emailed every single one of them, myself, until someone gave me a shot.
I didn't just workout hard in hopes of someone to notice. I HUSTLED, put myself out there, and made for sure that they did notice. As a professional football player I figured out the phone numbers and email address to 23 NFL teams. Then I called and emailed every single one of them, myself, until someone gave me a shot.
I didn't just workout hard in hopes of someone to notice. I HUSTLED, put myself out there an made for sure that they did notice.
This is the behind the scenes of entrepreneurship. What makes a great entrepreneur is the daily grind. Responsibilities, passion, and figuring life out itself to help reach the success you're pursuing.
I shed light on the daily grind. The realness. No beach selfies, Lamborghini, Ferrari's, or 16 bed room house.
I want you to be inspired by the build up. The journey of it all. The Daily Grind.