Chris Collins Unleashed - Business Performance and New Streams of Revenue

Business performance leader Chris Collins sits down with journalist and author Cal Fussman. Cal is a Writer at Large for Esquire magazine, known for the ‘What I've Learned’ column, and is known from his interview techniques and skills rooted from extensive experience in the interviewing and journalism world. Some of Cal’s interviews include Mikhail Gorbachev, Jimmy Carter, Ted Kennedy, Jeff Bezos, Richard Branson, Jack Welch, Robert De Niro, Clint Eastwood, Al Pacino, George Clooney, Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Hanks, Bruce Springsteen, Dr. Dre, Quincy Jones, Woody Allen, Barbara Walters, Pelé, Yao Ming, Serena Williams, John Wooden, and Muhammad Ali. Although Cal has a slight cold, he reveals some of his most compelling and useful interviewing techniques. Chris then discusses and compares these life-changing techniques to major components in the business performance world including customer service, people connection, and sales. This is a must listen show, as you will get full-access into one of the leaders in interviewing sharing his most important tips and techniques when it comes to the interview process and hiring skills. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Problems that businesses can run into when scaling too fast. Various issues include hiring systems and cash flow issues. If you have a business and you want to scale and grow, this is MUST-LISTEN episode so that you don’t run into any deal-breaking problems along the way. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Friend and C.E.O of Bluefish, a personal concierge service for VIPs and Executives, Steve Sims. In PART ONE of this fascinating two-part podcast, Steve Sims unravels some of his secrets in how to create and sell unforgettable experiences. Amongst the mind-blowing stories of setting up a dinner in the Accademia Museum of Florence, under the statue of David and being serenaded by Andrea Bocelli, Steve discusses his essential tools for building a business where the experience is the commodity, such as under promise over deliver, the issue of self-marketing and letting others add credibility and how to build and have access to a super exclusive network. In PART TWO, Steve continues with incredible stories building up what became BlueFish. He discusses moments of fear or failure, his exclusive connections, transparency and authenticity and making clear that you should never try to be something you’re not. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Doubling sales without new customers? On this today's show, we discuss a few some simple tools and processes that can double sales for a business in the gym industry. We use the gym we go to every day - Equinox in Los Angeles, as our case study example. Without increasing foot traffic or growing a bigger customer following, we break down some simple steps and ideas that would completely transform the sales of an Equinox (or any gym for that matter) using the customer base that already exists. Challenge yourself to take these tools and tips, and think how it could be applied to other businesses in different industries. In addition, the show includes some special features on ‘Amazing Moments In Business’ with comedian Daniel Z Barber and ‘Millennial Work Problems’ with Andy Pifko and Molly Schreiber. Follow us on Social Media Twitter - @bulldogcollins Facebook - /chrisbulldogcollins Instagram - @chrisbulldogcollins See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Do you have presence? What is presence? And how do you establish it? How do you command a room and use presence as an effective business tool that will create connections and a lasting impact? Diving in, we discuss authenticity, self-pride and how to be aware of your demeanor, with the understanding of what effect it can have on clients, potential clients, colleagues and other leaders and entrepreneurs you engage with. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Inside scoop of personal concierge service for VIPs and Executives with Steve Sims ... friend and CEO of Bluefish.  In part two, Steve continues with his incredible stories of how Bluefish came to be. He discusses the moments where he faced the fear of failure, how he made his exclusive connections, the importance of transparency and authenticity, and the idea that you should never try to be something you’re not. Be sure to check out Steve's newly-released book: Bluefishing: The Art of Making Things Happen. It's available now! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

How to create and sell unforgettable experiences - a special two-part episode of Chris Collins Unleashed. We sit down with friend and CEO of Bluefish, a personal concierge service for VIPs and Executives, Steve Sims. In this first episode, Steve unravels some of his secrets of how to create and sell unforgettable experiences. Amongst the mind-blowing stories of setting up a dinner in the Accademia Museum of Florence, under the statue of David and being serenaded by Andrea Bocelli, Steve discusses his essential tools for building a business where the experience is the commodity. Key to his success are ideas such as under-promise over-deliver, the challenge of self-marketing, letting others add credibility and the strategies to build and have access to a super exclusive network. Steve's book, Bluefishing: The Art of Making Things Happen, is available now! Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Part two will be out on Thursday! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode of Chris Collins Unleashed, we discuss one of our favorite topics: Gamification. It's the ultimate business hack and its implementation has long been a core part of our business turnaround process. In fact, I am so passionate about it, it is the subject of my Amazon best-selling book, Gamification: Playing for profits. But what is Gamification? In this episode, we break down the components of the system, and explain how it works and why it works. Through years of teaching these techniques, we have run into some hilarious situations that you don't want to miss. By the end of this episode, we can promise that you will want to implement Gamification into your business and turn it into a profit machine.  Gamification: Playing For Profits https://chriscollinsinc.com/product/gamification/ Gamification On-Demand Virtual Training https://courses.chriscollinsinc.com/gamification   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today, we re-visit a topic we covered a few episodes back: work/life balance. In this follow-up episode, we re-examine the topic through the lens of an entrepreneur who has prioritized their business and growth of their career over just about everything else. How can you maintain a healthy home life when you've made this commitment? This is often very difficult...but we're here to share our tips and help you strike that balance to your best ability. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Entrepreneurs are notorious for working countless hours to achieve their business goals. When fully grinding, 18 or even 20 hour days are becoming more commonplace. While devoting these extra hours towards your venture, another aspect of your life suffers directly. It's sleep. And it's more important than you think.  Today, we look at the science behind it, and for those who refuse to decrease their business hustle, we give you the essential tips to help keep your mind fresh and your body healthy during these long days.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In today's episode of Chris Collins Unleashed, we weigh in on the current political climate with the recent seemingly league-wide NFL player protest. We take a look at how perspective influences decision-making, highlighting the importance of understanding the full story before trying to fix things. As a leader, you need to take a 10,000ft view of your business to have a proper understanding of biased decision-making within an organization. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode, we take a look at the hair styling and beauty industry, focusing on how salons can dramatically increase profits. 8 out of every 10 hair salon businesses will fail. These are primarily family-owned, mom & pop businesses shutting down, so we want to give them the upper hand, and the ability to turn things around. A few simple changes can boost the margins, improve customer retention and allow the stylists to work more efficiently. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In part two of Unleashed with Freddy Negrete, we learn about his rise in the ranks, tattooing Hollywood stars and opening a shop of his own in Santa Barbara. Freddy touches on the mistakes he made with his own shop, that even lead to a lawsuit. Diving into business, Freddy explains his own strategy for working with clients and we share some advice about pricing. From opinions on numbing cream to the psychology of pain, and even a crazy tattoo contest, the stories continue in part two of this fascinating interview. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In part one of this special two-part series, we sit down with legendary tattoo artist, Freddy Negrete, to talk about the business of ink. From Freddy’s time in jail, where he learned the art of black and gray tattooing, to his apprenticeship with Ed Hardy, to smoking lovelies (a potent mix of pot and PCP), no stone goes unturned in this raw interview with one of the greatest tattoo legends of all time. Freddy shares the life-changing tips he received from mentors like Ed Hardy and Mark Mahoney, transitioning from a Chicano gangster into one of the most respected tattoo artists in the world. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Rapid growth of your business is good, right? In this week's show, we discuss the problems that business’ can run into when scaling too fast. Various issues include hiring systems and cash flow issues. If you have a business and you want to scale and grow, you need to approach and execute in the right way. Use our advice and avoid running into any costly mistakes along the way. Quick plug for next week's show...we have the legendary tattoo artist, Freddy Negrete, on to talk the business of body art. Subscribe now, and DO NOT miss this episode. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

From Uber to Apple, Hobby Lobby to Chick-Fil-A, we’re seeing major corporations and leading business figures sticking to their political stances in this turbulent governmental era. In some cases, political and religious beliefs have changed the course of an organization's day-to-day operations, and in other cases, influential business figures have engaged governmental operations, to (at times) much displeasure of their very own customers. Also in this episode, we also seek to answer the question of whether our currently-polarized American political system is failing the common small business owner, aspiring entrepreneur, and hardworking Americans. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On today’s show, we discuss the mental game of success. In the world of high performance, mindset is everything. As an entrepreneur, you must have control over your mind, even when the stakes are incredibly high. We have been longtime advocates of meditation, visualization techniques, positive affirmations and other decision-making tools. You may be surprised to learn how many of the world's most successful people do it regularly. But why? What does it even do? You'll just have to listen to this episode and find out! Follow us on Social Media Twitter - @bulldogcollins Facebook - /chrisbulldogcollins Instagram - @chrisbulldogcollins See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode of Chris Collins Unleashed, we examine companies and industries that are flourishing versus companies and industries that are struggling or even facing extinction due to rapid developments in technology and cultural shifts. This episode is perfect for entrepreneurs and business owners who want to understand what is making previously untouchable companies such as JCPenney and Sears, as well as entire industries, collapse. We serve some advice for the leaders of JCPenney and Sears, and explain what changes we would make in order to save their businesses. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this special ‘World Beard Day’ episode of Chris Collins Unleashed, Chris and Gary sit down with the best bearded duo in sports, Maddison and Riley McKibbin of the AVP professional beach volleyball league. The guys talk competition, business, and of course, beards! And later dive into everything from the high-performance mindset, to transcendental meditation and how they deal with conflict in their brother/brother partnership. Don’t miss this episode as the guys discuss the tools they use to create a high performance-driven mindset, and the ways in which they’re working together to meet their goals. Follow us on Social Media Twitter - @bulldogcollins Facebook - /chrisbulldogcollins Instagram - @chrisbulldogcollins See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Should having the perfect work/life balance be your true goal? In this week's show, we discuss the vital topic of work/life balance. We look at what this balance actually it, and what it should mean to you if you’re starting a business vs. working for someone else, building equity for another company. In addition, we reveal tips and tools from our own experience in learning what it takes to thrive and have your business goals reach their full potential. Follow us on Social Media Twitter - @bulldogcollins Facebook - /chrisbulldogcollins Instagram - @chrisbulldogcollins See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this week's show, Chris and Gary speak up for the underdog, the companies going against the big, overpowering conglomerates that dominate the mass market industries, and the give you the secret weapon in this David vs Goliath fight. The number one tool that smaller business’ can use to create an edge in the market is your connection to the customer and creating a trustworthy, loyal bond. Chris talks about one of his favorite book shops, ‘Powell’s Bookstore,’ in Portland, Oregon and compares what they do to Barnes and Noble + Amazon. This sparks a similar thought for Gary who recently needed some tools from a hardware store for a home project. With a Home Depot opposite his local hardware store, he discusses what his local hardware store could do to retain a loyal following and customer base in order to stay in business alongside the giants of the hardware industry.  Chris also breaks down the 3 types of employees. Important to understand, this will help you hire the best personalities for customer service. Follow us on Social Media Twitter - @bulldogcollins Facebook - /chrisbulldogcollins Instagram - @chrisbulldogcollins See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Following last week’s show about the membership model in Equinox Health Clubs (and the profit opportunities they are missing), this week we discuss similar businesses, and how to effectively incorporate continuity in this system. Gary discusses joining a whiskey club, while Chris talks about Amazon and how other companies are realizing the potential of ongoing sales, reaching the conclusion that companies just need to do it! We also challenge Gary’s unwillingness to buy a helmet, and make a call to a special someone to help persuade him to get one after all of his accidents. This week’s show gives you tips and tools on improving your business with plenty of banter in-between! Follow us on Social Media: Twitter - @bulldogcollins Facebook - /chrisbulldogcollins Instagram - @chrisbulldogcollins See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Doubling sales without new customers? On this today's show, we discuss a few some simple tools and processes that can double sales for a business in the gym industry. We use the gym we go to every day - Equinox in Los Angeles, as our case study example. Without increasing foot traffic or growing a bigger customer following, we break down some simple steps and ideas that would completely transform the sales of an Equinox (or any gym for that matter) using the customer base that already exists. Challenge yourself to take these tools and tips, and think how it could be applied to other businesses in different industries. In addition, the show includes some special features on ‘Amazing Moments In Business’ with comedian Daniel Z Barber and ‘Millennial Work Problems’ with Andy Pifko and Molly Schreiber. Follow us on Social Media Twitter - @bulldogcollins Facebook - /chrisbulldogcollins Instagram - @chrisbulldogcollins See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

What makes you a boss? What makes you a leader? On this week's show, Chris Collins and Gary Daniel look at the differences between a boss and a leader. What makes a boss? What makes a leader? Which one are you, and what traits do each require? Chris and Gary answer these questions and more by comparing the different approaches that a boss and leader would take in business situations. This week’s episode also features two special segments written and produced for Unleashed by Molly Schreiber. The first shares the story of comedian Richelle Meiss and the time she got fired. In the second, Molly Schreiber takes a look at how Napster changed the music industry in Amazing Business Moments. Follow us on Social Media Twitter - @bulldogcollins Facebook - /chrisbulldogcollins Instagram - @chrisbulldogcollins See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Continuing with the brand new business podcast, Chris Collins Unleashed, Chris and Gary look into whether or not it’s good to go into business with family or friends. Gary discusses running a business with his wife, which almost ended in divorce. Chris has a lighter approach to the subject and suggests that if you have a cash heavy business, like a cartel or mafia, then family is the way to go! Gary believes that running business’ with family or friends blurs the home/work balance and the issue of hierarchy that runs within it. Feeling like it causes too much tension and can affect your marriage, Gary is not the advocate of such a business model. Chris feels like it’s possible and gives Gary certain situations in which family can be a huge asset. The experts share stories from running a business themselves and fixing businesses that dealt with family and friends. Listen to this week’s fun, but insightful episode of Chris Collins Unleashed, and you will receive the tools and guidance that can help you when thinking about starting a new business or improving the business you run today.  Follow us on Social Media Twitter - @bulldogcollins Facebook - /chrisbulldogcollins Instagram - @chrisbulldogcollins See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

What are the key differences between a great idea and great business? Welcome to the first episode and the launch of the brand new podcast, Chris Collins Unleashed! Today, we’re looking at a predicament many entrepreneurs face early in their venture...Is my great idea going to make a great business? Chris and Gary breakdown the important questions to ask yourself, and also share their thoughts on key skills to develop in these early phases. For more from Chris Collins, follow him on Twitter @BulldogCollins. Join The Pack by signing up at ChrisCollinsUnleashed.com, and gain access to exclusive Chris Collins Unleashed content, invites to live video Q&A sessions, and a copy of Chris’ leadership essentials e-guide. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Chris Collins Unleashed features the man himself, Chris "Bulldog" Collins, along with Gary "G-Man" Daniel as they dive into the biggest problems entrepreneurs and business owners face today. Episode 01 releases on Wednesday, July 12th. Let's get down to business. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.