Ready to operationalize your business? This is a show for operators, business managers, operations directors, and integrators to help you manage the nitty gritty of running a thriving online business.
What is the most urgent crisis that any business can face? If you've ever been in a pinch over cash flow, you understand just how much pressure and stress that can place on a business. It clouds your decision making, puts you into desperation, and can cause massive disruption to your operations and team. Having been in this situation once in a prior business, cash flow is now something that I'm particular about keeping an eye on. And I know that there's more I can do to level up my own understanding of how to best navigate ongoing cash flow considerations. Which is why I was excited to connect with Peter Kingma, author of CASH IS KING. Kingma has thirty years of experience helping companies drive operational resilience with better cash management. In his book he offers his unparalleled perspective on the necessity of developing a “cash culture.” We discuss: Cash flow management and its importance in business Managing cash flow and metrics for business success Financial planning, inventory management, and forecasting demand Cash flow management and leadership in business Developing a cash culture and firm grasp on your financial operations is a game changer at any level of business growth. I know you'll find that it's just as important for maintaining business operations as it is for scaling your business. Links Purchase Cash is King today! https://www.amazon.com/Cash-King-Maintain-Liquidity-Opportunity/dp/1119983355 Learn more at https://www.adamliette.com Activate The Warrior Within https://www.adamliette.com/awaken-the-warrior
This whole world we live in is amazing. The way we can connect with people the way we can get aligned with people and meet people in online in a way that just wasn't possible a couple years ago. And I know I'm preaching to the choir, you all do that the same. And it's really fun how, when we're in our businesses, when we're running it, it can feel very stifling. If you let it, it can feel like the walls are closing in around, you can feel like you got this whole big weight on your shoulders. But that doesn't mean you have to do it alone. As a matter of fact, the most inspirational leaders that I've ever worked with in my entire life, still have coaches. It's knowing that you don't know it all. It's knowing that you need help knowing that you it's not that you're not enough, it's that you are an unfinished product. And I think that's a very healthy thing to to just recognize and say I'm unfinished. I'm not perfect, I need someone else, if nothing else, to point me in the right direction when I need it, to keep me moving forward, because that's what growing is all about. Which is why I am super excited to have Joe Calloway with me. Joe is a performance coach and advisor who helps great companies get even better. So he's an author, coach, speaker and his client list reads like, whoa, who are these people? He's the author of four ground-breaking business books, including becoming a category of one how extraordinary companies transcend commodity and defy comparison, which received rave reviews from the New York Times. We discuss: The idea of having a simple mantra or phrase that can guide the team and have tactical application The value of coaching and exchanging ideas. Leadership, management, and caring for employees. Developing a "filter system" for ideal types of clients to work with This was an incredible episode that I am so proud to have been part of! If you're not connected with Joe already, do yourself a favor and take a listen to this episode. Connect with Joe on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joecallowaycoach/
What does your team need from you during times of change? Change is inevitable in a business and you will encounter this at some point during your career. It can come from many places including opportunity, crisis, chaos, or turnover. But the process is very similar. I've been on both sides of these situations (and I'm sure you have as well) As you're navigating these waters, don't forget about your team. They're feeling the same apprehensions as you. The same fears and same uncertainty. How you lead in this situation will determine the ultimate success of your strategy. Links Learn more at https://www.adamliette.com Activate The Warrior Within https://www.adamliette.com/awaken-the-warrior
What does it take to build an empire? There are so many things that are consistent with the many leaders that I've been fortunate to have interviewed on this show. A tenacity for getting things done, willingness to do what no one else would do, and a positive energy that is infectious are just a couple of them. Today I was really excited to speak to someone about a platform that I've only just barely even used: Etsy. I'm thrilled to have the opportunity to speak to Dylan Jahraus. Dylan is a $1.5M Etsy seller with a corporate e-commerce background. She's consulted 2,000+ Etsy sellers from 30+ different countries within a variety of categories– digital, POD, handmade, supplies and vintage! We discuss: Journey into Etsy - Dylan discusses her journey from starting a small Etsy shop to scaling it into a $400,000 annual business. Dylan reflects on her transition from a seller to a coach, helping others succeed on Etsy. The Art of Scaling and Fulfillment - Dylan emphasizes the importance of building a scalable model and outsourcing tasks like fulfillment. She shares her experience of employing military spouses to handle fulfillment, enabling her to focus on growing the business. Etsy SEO and Building Brand Loyalty - Dylan dives into the intricacies of Etsy SEO, emphasizing its differences from traditional search engine optimization. She highlights the significance of functional SEO and the impact of brand loyalty on Etsy. Building an Etsy Empire - Dylan shares her journey of transitioning from a solo seller to a coaching business, emphasizing the importance of providing value and building a strong team. She reflects on the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship compared to corporate life. I'm still so excited by how much I learned from this amazing interview and can't wait to apply these lessons into my own business. Even if you aren't selling on Etsy, these are universal skills that will apply to your business as well. Links Dylan's Website: https://dylanjahraus.com/ Follow her on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeO8Gmc2B-3G2fgcFnRR4Xw Learn more at https://www.adamliette.com Activate The Warrior Within https://www.adamliette.com/awaken-the-warrior
Have you ever felt completely alone or exposed in your business? As you're building your business you will have times where you feel completely vulnerable and like there's no one there to help you. Because, in many cases, there isn't. While this is exhilarating for some, for most of us this can lead to indecision, wishy-washyness, burn out, or constant context-shifting in what we're working on. In this episode, I discuss the lessons that I've learned not only in business, but also draw on my experience as a special operator to help you through these times. There are key strategies that you can begin employing today that will help ensure you come through these periods with success. Happy hunting! Links Learn more at https://www.adamliette.com Activate The Warrior Within https://www.adamliette.com/awaken-the-warrior
What's the most important metric for your business? It's not a trick question! It's your profit. Profit enables us to not only have a better life, but also increase our impact and make a greater mark on the universe. We can reach more people, help more clients, improve the lives of our clients all while making our own lives more enjoyable. Which is why I wanted to bring on my friend Marcia Riner. Marcia is the go-to guru for all things business growth and greater profitability. With over 25 years of experience under her belt, she's the brains behind Infinite Profit, where she's known as the Profit Booster™️, a business growth strategist, and leading as the CEO. We discuss: - Profitability and cost reduction strategies for businesses - How to empower employees to find inefficiencies and improve company operations - Creating revenue centers through empowering team members. - Building a profitable business with long-term growth The good news is that profit centers and opportunities are all around us in our business. The bad news? You need to make the decision to pay attention and take action to realize the potential profits that you're sitting on. I highly recommend connecting with Marcia and your not-so-humble host to help you bring your business to the next level. Links Profit With A Plan Podcast with Marcia Riner: https://www.marciariner.com/ Download your FREE Profit Booster Playbook http://www.BoostingProfit.com Learn more at https://www.adamliette.com Activate The Warrior Within https://www.adamliette.com/awaken-the-warrior
If you could fix one thing to move your business forward, what would it be? As a business operations coach, I have the fortune to be able to work with businesses in multiple different niches and industries. And yet, what holds many of them back are common characteristics. The bad news is that without fixing these parts of your business you'll always feel like you're pushing a boulder up a mountain. The good news… they are all within your control! Fix the foundation of your business and watch the results start to come easier and allow you more freedom to move forward with what drives you.
When you're faced with difficulty in your business, who do you turn to? For many years, I've been fortunate to have several close people that I can truly share what I'm going through. The most powerful of these relationships have come through Mastermind groups. Joining a Mastermind is a great step forward that will have a tremendous impact on your business. You'll have real accountability and sound advice from people that have not only been there before, but have an understanding of your business. That's why I was so thrilled to meet Jeremy Shapiro. Jeremy runs Bay Area Mastermind and has a unique knack for helping entrepreneurs to get out of their own way, create the business that supports their freedom, and help them enjoy more of their lives. In this deep interview, we uncover a wide variety of difficulties that many business owners face and how to navigate those waters. After getting time with Jeremy, I'm encouraged to continue the mastermind that I'm already part of, but also consider the next step that I'll take on journey. Links Join Jeremy's Mastermind: https://BayAreaMastermind.com/ Learn more at https://www.adamliette.com Activate The Warrior Within https://www.adamliette.com/awaken-the-warrior
Do you remember the first time you truly discovered entrepreneurship? If I ask you to tell me about this moment in time, it's likely that this will evolve into a story. One that has twists, turns, successes, and failures. And ultimately teach something that you learned along the way. That's the power of storytelling and as leaders we must find ways to use story throughout our communication. In this episode I go through a couple of tips that I've used to improve my own storytelling in a very natural way. Whether you're a natural storyteller or not, this episode will help you elevate your skills to have an even greater impact. Links Learn more at https://www.adamliette.com Activate The Warrior Within https://www.adamliette.com/awaken-the-warrior
What's the most valuable tool that you have to inspire people? I've been observing influential people for years and notice that they all have one critical similarity. They all tell stories. It makes sense when you consider that the entire human experience is rooted in storytelling. From the earliest days of caveman we've been telling stories to convey greater meaning. Inspiring others to take action or learn lessons. So let me ask you… what stories do you have to tell? As I would discover during this episode, there are actually 7 essential stories that we need as leaders in our companies. Which is why I turned to my new friend Kurian to help me learn more. Kurian Mathew Tharakan is the founder of the sales and marketing strategy firm StrategyPeak Sales & Marketing Advisors and a 27-year veteran of the sales and marketing industry. He has consulted for companies in numerous sectors. Kurian is also the author of the Amazon Bestseller, “The 7 Essential Stories Charismatic Leaders Tell,” which details how anyone can move people and mountains with the power of story. I hope this moves you into action, documenting and telling your own story. And giving yourself the permission to share and be vulnerable to inspire those around you. On the next episode we'll continue to explore storytelling and the impact that it can have in your life and business. See you soon. Links Buy Kurian's Book: https://www.goodreads.com/author/quotes/19904486.Kurian_Mathew_Tharakan Learn more at https://www.adamliette.com Activate The Warrior Within https://www.adamliette.com/awaken-the-warrior
If you could quickly create a more inspired and efficient team, would you? Steven Pressfield's The War of Art is one of my favorite books and has really helped me to become more focused and a professional in my art. And find ways that we can build our business to reflect these principles. In this episode I cover 4 areas that you can start applying today to make your team more effective, more creative in their work, happier with their outputs, and more stable in their workload. Enjoy fighting the resistance! Links Learn more at https://www.adamliette.com Activate The Warrior Within https://www.adamliette.com/awaken-the-warrior
What happens to an industry that's in disruption? Is this a time to stay away because the future is uncertain, or an opportunity for innovation and making your mark on the future … … and how do we navigate this changing paradigm? Everyone that made their mark did so by taking the first step. The good news is that we aren't alone in this journey. We have friends, associates, and other experts that we can connect with and work through I had the opportunity to connect with Karim Kerachni from Property Guys. He's a serial entrepreneur who's passionate about new challenges, building systems and processes, and bringing value to many. We discuss: The importance of practicing and gaining confidence in your communication skills Entrepreneurship mindset and habits for success Industry disruptions and the opportunity for new innovation to occur The potential for gaining new clients through partnerships and not taking losses personally It's been a pleasure getting to know Karim and I'm eager to see the disruption that's coming to the real estate industry. There are many opportunities abound and it's amazing to see that entrepreneurs have so much in common from industry to industry. Links Connect with Karim: http://Info.propertyguys.com/Mass Learn more at https://www.adamliette.com Activate The Warrior Within https://www.adamliette.com/awaken-the-warrior
What are your wildest goals and dreams for the next year? Five years? Ten years? We tell ourselves that when we achieve our goals that we'll be able to become this person that is successful. Adopting the habits and ways of interacting with the world that we we see from those that have achieved success. But the truth is, we have it all backwards. You need to become that person in order to achieve the success that you desire. Discover more about how to shift your personal and professional habits to conquer your goals. Links Learn more at https://www.adamliette.com Activate The Warrior Within https://www.adamliette.com/awaken-the-warrior
Great leaders are also readers! I've heard this several times throughout my leadership journey and have found that reading is the medium that I most enjoy to continue my professional education. But reading isn't enough. You aren't magically gaining new skills just because you go through the content. Implementation is where it's at. Which is why I sat down with Nick Hutchinson. Nick is the author of Rise of the Reader: Strategies for Mastering Your Reading Habits and Applying What You Learn. Nick is the visionary force behind BookThinkers, a growing 7-figure marketing agency that seamlessly bridges the worlds of authors and readers. We explore: SMART strategies for reading with intention and quickly applying the lessons to your goals Reading habits and strategies for incorporating it into daily life Simplifying complex information and author relationships Personal development, books, and connecting with others Whether you're an avid reader or hesitant to devote time to reading, this interview will give you new perspectives that will certainly help you on your own journey. Links Purchase a copy of Rise of the Reader https://a.co/d/blPZB5M Learn more at https://www.adamliette.com Activate The Warrior Within https://www.adamliette.com/awaken-the-warrior
How do you know when it's time to make your first hire? While there are many different thoughts behind this, my experience is that this shouldn't be solely determined by revenue but also by process. That is, do you have a process that you are handing over to your new employee? In this episode, we'll be exploring how to give yourself every advantage that you can during the critical starting phases of your business to set yourself up for success. Links Learn more at https://www.adamliette.com Activate The Warrior Within https://www.adamliette.com/awaken-the-warrior
No matter how good your processes are on a team, you'll need to also acquire the best talent to perform the many tasks that are needed for your team. That's no small task for many entrepreneurs. This is where my buddy Daniel Jones comes in! Daniel runs a company called Octo Tasker HR and is known as the VA guy. He puts together teams by recruiting, training, and facilitating whole teams of people to come into your company to do the various tasks that you need to grow. And as I found out in our interview, that's only part of his big picture vision for what is going to be possible. What I love the most about Daniel is that this is a truly win-win scenario for both the entrepreneur and the employee that he helps place. We explore: Cultural fit in international business partnerships Remote work, training, and team productivity Workplace communication, time tracking, and employee evaluation Remote workforce development and job placement Daniel is someone that I've not only gotten to know, but have referred people to for their hiring needs. His process is sound and the case studies of successful placement are second to none. Be sure to visit the VA guy and take your business to the next level with the talent you need! Links Connect with Daniel on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dpjonessr Learn more at https://www.adamliette.com Activate The Warrior Within https://www.adamliette.com/awaken-the-warrior
What's the best project management tool for your business? The secret truth to that is… there is no perfect tool. In fact, they all operate pretty much the exact same way with minor differences. What makes the tool work for you, however, is whatever you're putting into it. How you're setting up projects and workflows. After helping numerous entrepreneurs with their project management systems, I've put together this list of Do's and Don'ts to help you avoid the traps that I've seen. Take these steps and you'll have a more successful implementation and greater enthusiasm from your team to use the tool. Links Learn more at https://www.adamliette.com Activate The Warrior Within https://www.adamliette.com/awaken-the-warrior
As entrepreneurs, our heart and soul is invested in our business. It's literally part of our identity and a large part of what keeps us going. But I think we're all aware that many decisions were made by our government which greatly impacted small businesses across the country. The good news is that seeing this happen has encouraged many to step up their own contribution, even coming out of retirement to contribute their knowledge and experience to the next generation of entrepreneurs. Which is why I couldn't wait to sit down with Chris Lautenslager. Driven by an unshakable desire to partner with the leaders of small and medium businesses, Chris founded GET LOOPED, LLC as a platform to showcase the value and benefits of a collective prosperity for people, businesses and communities. Today, he helps businesses and CEOs incorporate prosperity in collaboration with profitability into their business practices. We explore: The impact of the pandemic on small businesses and their importance to communities Company culture and employee value Hiring and retaining valuable employees Creating a fulfilling work environment Team collaboration, value creation, and communication in business I'm grateful to have come across Chris and look forward to seeing the impact that he can make for our generation. Be sure to check out his book The Prosperity Loop! Links Meet Chris https://get-looped.com/ Learn more at https://www.adamliette.com Activate The Warrior Within https://www.adamliette.com/awaken-the-warrior
Corporate America just doesn't get it. If you look at the various job openings around the country they are looking for high levels of education or absurd years of experience. Looking around my peers however, I see just the opposite. Whether it's through self-education or non-formal education we have all achieved tremendous levels of expertise without needing to go into massive debt, take ourselves out of the game for years, or study topics that are irrelevant to our needs. How are you looking to better yourselves and team this year? Links Learn more at https://www.adamliette.com Activate The Warrior Within https://www.adamliette.com/awaken-the-warrior
As entrepreneurs, we're constantly put in high-pressure situations that require our best performance. Often, these situations can arise with little to no preparation time. Having been in a number of these situations myself I've found that I'm always looking for new tricks to help me always show up as the best version of myself. Which is why I was excited to meet Anmol Singh. Anmol is considered the leading expert in the Trading Psychology space having helped thousands of traders all over the world dealing with Psychological and Behavioural issues that arise when high stakes on are on the line. He brings a unique view on Success and shows how the same concepts that he has used to Help Million dollar traders are applicable to our day to day lives, irrespective of the industry or career they are in. Discover: Personal recharging strategies for creatives. Managing your emotions in stock market trading The importance of checklists for entrepreneurs and traders Aligning work with personal values for maximum motivation and success I can say without a doubt that I've already implemented some of these techniques and just had one of the best months of my professional life, more than doubling previous months! Don't miss this amazing episode! Links Buy "Prepping for Success" https://preppingforsuccess.com Learn more at https://www.adamliette.com Activate The Warrior Within https://www.adamliette.com/awaken-the-warrior
Operators have a unique leadership role on the team. Entrepreneurs are uniquely positioned as the inspirational leader. They set the vision and provide the motivation to reach that vision. But along the way, your team will need continuous support to manage their emotions and stay committed to the goals that the organization has set. Working through their own limitations and growing pains that are a natural part of the journey. This is where the Operator is paramount to the success of your team. Because they are the emotional leader of the team. Providing the support and inspiration they need to continue moving forward. Learn more in this episode. Links Learn more at https://www.adamliette.com Activate The Warrior Within https://www.adamliette.com/awaken-the-warrior
Leadership is a never-ending journey. The most prolific leaders continue to learn, gain knowledge and apply it to their daily lives. They leverage their expertise and influence to make a greater impact on their organizations. As a traveler on this journey, I'm always seeking out new points of views and perspectives on how to continue to grow my own leadership skills. Which is why I was excited to meet Ron Reich. Ron is a passionate leadership/management development subject matter expert and coach with 28 years of experience in diversified industries. An expert facilitator, Ron believes in involving participants in their learning, leading to higher engagement and quality results. Join me to take another step on your own journey as we level up together. Links Follow Ron on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ron-reich-7809829/ Learn more at https://www.adamliette.com Activate The Warrior Within https://www.adamliette.com/awaken-the-warrior
Are meetings the bane of your existence? In a leadership position, being in command during a meeting is one of the most important parts of your job and where your leadership can shine and you can have the biggest impact. But with a few adjustments you can confidently go into any meeting with power, strength, and the ability to achieve your desired outcome. Links Learn more at https://www.adamliette.com Activate The Warrior Within https://www.adamliette.com/awaken-the-warrior
Facebook ads are one of the quickest ways to reach your audience and grow your business. Since first learning ads, the various tactics that have become best practice have changed rapidly and evolved over time. Depending on your level of expertise and time available, it may be more beneficial to bring in an expert that is immersed in the Facebook ecosphere to help you scale. There are over 10MM companies advertising on Meta, and 62% of them fail because they don't know how to advertise effectively. They don't have product / market fit. They don't know how to use Meta effectively. They don't know how to use data from advertising to make better business decisions. Which is why I sat down with Robert Brill from Brill Media to dive deep into what's working on Facebook. Discover hidden tricks to level up your own ads testing and grow your business today! Links Connect with Robert: https://brillmedia.co/ Learn more at https://www.adamliette.com Activate The Warrior Within https://www.adamliette.com/awaken-the-warrior
How long do people stay active towards most of their goals? We often start strong then start to drift away as a couple of weeks pass on. This isn't just true for things like new years resolutions, but also business goals. This is where I've found a lot of value in having checkpoints throughout any process or goal that I'm implementing. A deliberate place to stop, evaluate, and make any adjustments needed to move forward. Links Learn more at https://www.adamliette.com Activate The Warrior Within https://www.adamliette.com/awaken-the-warrior
If you look at a high performing organization versus a struggling one, there is likely to be one key differential between the two. Leadership Leadership is one of those buzzwords that gets thrown about quite a bit, and yet few truly understand what it means to be a leader. To set the vision and then providing the supporting structure to ensure your team is able to follow through with what you set. Which is why I was excited to welcome Andy Neillie to the podcast! When the stakes are high – like they are now – it is vital that your managers function as high-performing leaders. Business owner, best-selling leadership author, and award-winning speaker, Andy Neillie knows what it takes to become a high-performing leader. And he can help your managers learn how to lead as well! This is one of the deepest conversations I think I've ever had on this subject and resulted in some immediate changes to my own leadership style. Which have proven to be highly effective in the company! Listen today to uncover these truths for yourself. Links Connect with Andy https://neillieleadershipgroup.com/ Free Resources available at https://leadershipmaterials.com/ Learn more at https://www.adamliette.com Activate The Warrior Within https://www.adamliette.com/awaken-the-warrior
“Have you tried this new tactic or tool?” This is what most of us are consistently hearing about when discussing solving specific business problems that come up in our lives. It's what I typically refer to as the “magic brush”. But in reality it's not going to solve our problems just create more noise and confusion in the process. Rather than looking for a new and sexy tactic, take a step back and look at things from a strategic perspective. I've found that I already have all the tools that I need but I need to apply them in a different direction. Begin with the end in mind and see the results that you are after! Links Learn more at https://www.adamliette.com Activate The Warrior Within https://www.adamliette.com/awaken-the-warrior
When looking at your company, what are the things that matter the most to your growth? If you're like most entrepreneurs, we tend to focus almost solely on our revenue numbers. But that only works up to a point. When you're revenue starts to exceed your ability to deliver, it's already passed time to start thinking about your operations. Which is why I was excited to bring Donna Dube onto the podcast to talk about operations. Donna is a certified Director of Operations, business growth strategist and host of the CEO Amplify podcast. She works with established online service based business owners who are ready to make a bigger impact and maximize their profit. We explore: How to use a goal-centered approach to create KPIs that matter to the growth of the company Why data can be your best friend, or worst enemy, depending on how it's used inside your business Secret tips to discover the tasks that you need to start delegating now to achieve the growth you desire How to allow yourself to still have creative freedom by creating an idea parking lot 6 game changing habits that fuel growth and allow entrepreneurs to get out of the weeds and day to day operations and become confident leaders steering their ship. This episode was an absolute joy and I look forward to staying in touch with Donna through the journey. Links CEO Power Hour: https://ceoamplify.ca/ceo-power-hour Learn more at https://www.adamliette.com Activate The Warrior Within https://www.adamliette.com/awaken-the-warrior
In the new year and trying to prioritize everything? If you're anything like me we get started with a bang and then quickly get overwhelmed with all the goals that we've put in front of ourselves. The problem isn't that you don't have the time, it's that your time is being used elsewhere. This is why I'm starting my year off with a detailed time study. In this episode I discuss how I use my time study to uncover areas of opportunity to optimize my inputs to achieve the goals that I've set. Doing this will help you better understand how your day is being used, how this impacts your energy, and to assess whether you should consider outsourcing an activity. Doing time studies will quickly help you improve your performance and set you up for a highly successful 2024. Links Learn more at https://www.adamliette.com Activate The Warrior Within https://www.adamliette.com/awaken-the-warrior
Have you ever had a Facebook Ad denied or (worse yet) ad account disabled? My entrepreneur groups are filled with horror stories from good-natured business owners who have this happen to them. And while there are many courses that will show you how to create Facebook ads, there are few resources that dive deep into Facebook policy and how to ensure you remain compliant. Which is why I was thrilled to meet Trevor Goodchild. Trevor has worked at Facebook and is a Facebook ad policy specialist. Goodchild specializes in Facebook bans, and has worked with the engineers who created the automations that shut down Facebook ad accounts. He's worked with SMBs to billionaires and celebrities including ad agencies of Tony Robbins, Harv Eker, Dean Graziosi, and more. In this conversation we discuss the nuances of remaining within Facebook policy, including one tip that I've never considered but will have immediate impact on almost every entrepreneur that I know who utilizes a VA for their ads. I ended up doing an audit of all my platforms immediately after doing this interview to protect myself. You may find yourself doing the same. Links Schedule a Discovery Call with Trevor: https://calendly.com/trevorwgoodchild/facebookexpert Learn more at https://www.adamliette.com Activate The Warrior Within https://www.adamliette.com/awaken-the-warrior
Who remembers last new years resolution? Yeah, me neither! And yet this is a perfect time to reflect on where we've been in the past 12 months to determine the direction that our life is going to be moving in the future. Take some time today to reflect and take an honest stock of the last year BEFORE you determine your next year will better enable you to learn from your experiences and make sure your plan is in a good place. Enjoy and good luck! Links Learn more at https://www.adamliette.com Activate The Warrior Within https://www.adamliette.com/awaken-the-warrior
If you've been in business for more than 5 minutes you know that getting attention in an increasingly crowded market can be difficult. Many spend years trying to gain traction. And yet there is so much research and data on what you can do today to make your ideas stick to your prospects' brain! Which is why I was excited to meet James I. Bond! For 35 years, he's been studying how ordinary products turned into blockbusters. Along the way, he uncovered a breakthrough -- something he calls BRAIN GLUE, that makes your ideas "sticky" so they stick to your prospect's brain like glue. This activates the emotional side of the brain, where decisions are made, making it much easier to get them to say YES to your ideas and buy your products. No matter where you are in your own journey, the skills taught in this book will help you in every aspect of business from product creation, marketing, and even leading your team. Activate your own brain glue and make an impact! Links Buy his Book https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BSK99M3J Learn more at https://www.adamliette.com Activate The Warrior Within https://www.adamliette.com/awaken-the-warrior
Collaboration held up as one of those highest things that we set to have on our teams. And yet it's too easy to just say “why don't you collaborate” as opposed to setting the conditions for it to actually happen. So when we say that, how can we actually help to ensure that it happens? Creating co-ownership of the outcome - giving them input and a stake in completing what's assigned Creating a framework for them to work from Asking prompting questions (in person or in a Google Doc) Giving direction (in person or in a Google Doc) Facilitation Open Office Hours Understand that some of these things are part of leadership and will never get fully out of your hands. But we can also train habits, like prompting questions or the value of a directed meeting. Those things will build over time and you'll find that people do it themselves. Encourage and celebrate that they are doing this when they do. Links Learn more at https://www.adamliette.com Activate The Warrior Within https://www.adamliette.com/awaken-the-warrior
Have you ever taken an online course that failed to meet your expectations? Or left you feeling like you didn't learn anything? Creating online courses is one of the most joyful and powerful activity that I've been part of in my professional life. But also one of the most frustrating. There are so many different things that we need to consider when creating an online curriculum and while there are many teaching these skills very few are moving past the first levels of course design. Which is why I was excited to meet Shannon Boyer. Shannon is an award-winning educator with more than twenty years of experience designing courses and curriculum. She helps online course creators produce stellar content that ensures more students achieve amazing transformations and write raving reviews using her Your Best Course program. Discover: Be aware of educational psychology to best facilitate their student's success The different types of interactions that students have in courses and how to best design their course for maximum impact Questions we should be asking ourselves to master curriculum design The MOST IMPORTANT KPI that you should be measuring to maximize both earnings and course course quality If you've ever considered creating an online course or have already created several, this episode is one of the most valuable conversations that I've ever had on this subject. Shannon is an amazing educator that I'm so thrilled to have met. Links Connect with Shannon: https://www.shannonlboyer.com/ Learn more at https://www.adamliette.com Activate The Warrior Within https://www.adamliette.com/awaken-the-warrior
The old perception that leaders can't be vulnerable is absolutely wrong. Vulnerabilities will build over time and create so much noise that they drown out everything. … and run the risk of eventually snapping and setting you on a bad course Rather than burying your vulnerable areas and pretending they don't exist, finding effective ways to harness your vulnerable areas will instead turn them into an ally. Working through the story, building protections and boundaries around yourself. Knowing what will activate this vulnerability in the future so you can preempt these feelings. Links Learn more at https://www.adamliette.com Activate The Warrior Within https://www.adamliette.com/awaken-the-warrior
Behind every personality-driven brand is a rock solid second-in-command. The person that holds the team and operations together. Having spent a number of years in this position, I'm all too familiar with what's required to keep everything moving forward. Which is why I was so excited to welcome Noor Barrage to the show! Noor was a founding partner of Impact School and became their operator as the organization began to grow. And it was through this collaboration that they were able to grow Impact School to a multi-million dollar enterprise that is having tremendous success and sustainable growth. Discover: How to lean into our natural tendencies and strengths to have the greatest impact on the organization Why creating a solid relationship with your partner can help you develop the trust needed to grow the company The Chimp Paradox and how to use this strategy to gain collaborative decision making Why our mood and energy level is felt throughout the team and how to make sure we are putting our best foot forward Navigating focus time vs. time that she's available for the team to enable us to move away from being in a reactive state This interview is really inspiring with actionable steps for both CEOs and their second-in-command to create the energy needed to propel your company forward. Links Impact School: https://impact-school.com/ Connect with Noor on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/noorvbarrage/ Learn more at https://www.adamliette.com Activate The Warrior Within https://www.adamliette.com/awaken-the-warrior
What's the most valuable asset that any of us have? It's our time. And yet how much are you utilizing your calendar throughout the day to keep yourself organized and on target. To communicate with team members and partners about your availability.. This is crucial as a leader and will send the right message to everyone that you work with. Today I'll be revealing 5 ways you can get started now. Links Register for my Virtual Happy Hour: https://www.adamliette.com/virtual-happy-hour Learn more at https://www.adamliette.com Activate The Warrior Within https://www.adamliette.com/awaken-the-warrior
Have you ever wished for a more natural, fun way to connect with your audience. In an era where the webinar is slowly dying and “discovery calls” have much to be desired, the paradigm will shift again. Enter Greig Wells. Greig is the best selling author of "Dare to Succeed" which he co-wrote with Jack Canfield of the Chicken Soup for the Soul series. He is a seasoned marketer with an impressive track record, having collaborated with high-profile figures such as Ryan Levesque, Dan Henry, Anik Singal, and Russell Brunson. And during the pandemic noticed that he was getting crazy traction by simply hosting online forums where people could form an actual connection with one another and the host. I was so inspired by talking to Greig that I've started doing virtual happy hours with my audience and already see how much fun this can be for all that participate. Links Discover Virtual Dinner Parties: virtualdinnerparty.com Register for my Virtual Happy Hour: https://www.adamliette.com/virtual-happy-hour Learn more at https://www.adamliette.com Activate The Warrior Within https://www.adamliette.com/awaken-the-warrior
Are you sabotaging your own goals? While the gurus will tell you to reach big and set unrealistic goals, there is serious damage you could be doing to yourself and your team. Because when you accept not reaching goals, you are accepting failure as normal. As an acceptable part of doing business. However, what if you could learn to win every single day, creating a culture of winning within yourself and your team? Choose wisely! Links Learn more at https://www.adamliette.com Activate The Warrior Within https://www.adamliette.com/awaken-the-warrior
The sales process can feel very icky to many entrepreneurs. It's not a natural thing for many of us to engage in high-pressure sales situations. After a career as a highly successful sales leader, Darleen has found that so much of sales is inauthentic and forced. She's passionate about empathetic and relational sales and helps to empower entrepreneurs with the confidence to sell as an extension of who they are. Discover: How to insert your offer into your prospects decision making timeline Why the follow up is critical to keeping the connection with your prospects How to be more empathetic in your sales Why giving them more confidence in their decision making can enable greater sales volume How to incorporate a CRM to keep things organized As a fellow “ugh I hate sales calls” person, this was a breath of fresh air that makes me feel much better about my own sales process. If you've ever felt unsure about your own system, this is a great episode for you. Links Connect with Darleen https://dp-consults.com/ Learn more at https://www.adamliette.com Activate The Warrior Within https://www.adamliette.com/awaken-the-warrior
Within our companies there are so many different tasks that need to take place. While it's not realistic for you to know how to do all of these tasks, you should have an understanding about what your team does for you. Appreciating their inputs will give you a greater respect for their contribution and expectations for what they can handle. In this episode, I discuss three methods for doing this: Learning to do the task yourself Learning the process behind the task Done with you process creation This process will give you a better handle on your projects and gain new respect from your team members. Learn more at https://www.adamliette.com Activate The Warrior Within https://www.adamliette.com/awaken-the-warrior
It's no accident that our adversity and struggles will help us in the long run. It's through these moments of pain that we're able to move into the person that we're destined to become. Men particularly need this more than ever, Today I welcome Pete Taylor to the podcast. Pete is a growth coach and strategic advisor. You might know him as one of the founders of The Awakened Man Project and The Boardroom. Formerly running his own businesses for the last 7 years he now advises multiple businesses at board level and assists in the growth of others. Join us as we discuss: Why men need a community more than at any point in history in a world where men are encouraged to be less than masculine. The 3 types of discipline every man needs How to create boundaries that will serve your personal and professional growth A secret hack you can add to your daily routine that will help you continue to grow day after day For all the guys in my audience, this is an episode that can't be missed. We need each other more than ever to continue to grow. Discover Pete on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/pete_taylor Learn more at https://www.adamliette.com Join the Facebook Group: https://www.adamliette.com/facebook Free Mini Course on Hiring Your Next Team Member: https://www.adamliette.com/hiring-course-optin Apply for a Free Strategy Session: https://go.oncehub.com/AdamLietteMeeting
What is it about marketing that makes so many entrepreneurs anxious? After working with many entrepreneurs in various industries, I've noticed that the tactical aspects of marketing cause far too much hesitation and anxiety. However, if we're working from a plan and big picture concepts, there are ways that we can combat this anxiety and give our team systems to work from. It keeps things moving forward and also gives us the strategic outlook at what marketing activities need to take place to keep the business running forward. Today I'll discuss big picture marketing systems and how to quickly set up your own system to give you the momentum you need to start moving forward. Learn more at https://www.adamliette.com Join the Facebook Group: https://www.adamliette.com/facebook Register for my new Beta Group here: https://www.adamliette.com/beta Apply for a Free Strategy Session: https://go.oncehub.com/AdamLietteMeeting
Have you ever thought that your business was unique and had its own special challenges? I think we all have. But the truth is, the more businesses that I work with the more I realize that the most common problems and obstacles are similar from market to market. Which is why I'm excited to have Robert Indries with me today! Robert is a serial entrepreneur who has generated over 500,000,000 in 19 different sectors. We discuss: How systems and stability have enabled rapid growth in the companies that he works with That “We” is one of the most important words in growing his empire. Nothing has been done on his own How never starting a business alone gives you the accountability that will enable rapid growth Why creating rules around his business and personal discipline are key to his success I was truly amazed to hear someone with this level of success providing real solutions that we can all implement today. This is an episode not to be missed! Connect with Robert: https://robertindries.com/ Learn more at https://www.adamliette.com Join the Facebook Group: https://www.adamliette.com/facebook Free Mini Course on Hiring Your Next Team Member: https://www.adamliette.com/hiring-course-optin Apply for a Free Strategy Session: https://go.oncehub.com/AdamLietteMeeting
No matter how seasoned you are in business, there is one thing that's inevitable. Failure. You will fail at something or come up short on your objectives. And while that may be inevitable, we have the choice in how we react to failure. Today I'll be taking you through my process as I dealt with my own setback this week. Learn more at https://www.adamliette.com Join the Facebook Group: https://www.adamliette.com/facebook Free Mini Course on Hiring Your Next Team Member: https://www.adamliette.com/hiring-course-optin Apply for a Free Strategy Session: https://go.oncehub.com/AdamLietteMeeting
Remote work is here for good, no matter how much some are fighting to return to the office. And for many of us, our companies are entirely virtual and have never been in an office together. While it's tempting to treat this environment as something completely different that doesn't need formal structure, it's been proven that structure and processes are even more essential for remote workers. Which is why I'm excited to have Valentina Thörne on the show. Valentina is a remote work systems expert who has helped thriving companies transition to and sustain distributed or hybrid models. Discover: How SOPs allow you to better respond to your team's needs Why treating remote work differently can be detrimental to your team How to set expectations to maximize performance and flexibility A neat Slack tip to clean up your general channels While I've been working remote for many years now, I found myself walking away from this episode with new ideas that will be implemented into my own team. Don't miss this episode if you want to see increased team performance and happiness within your own remote team. Book a call with Valentina: https://valentinathoerner.com/operations/ Learn more at https://www.adamliette.com Join the Facebook Group: https://www.adamliette.com/facebook Free Mini Course on Hiring Your Next Team Member: https://www.adamliette.com/hiring-course-optin Apply for a Free Strategy Session: https://go.oncehub.com/AdamLietteMeeting
Want to know a quick secret to providing continuous momentum for your team and keeping your finger on the pulse of your business? Keep score. Driven people need to know how they're doing. And value seeing their contribution in the business. If you leave this to chance you are holding them back from finding their groove and making big strides forward. This is the power of KPIs. Not only giving your team goals to reach towards, but making them tangible and connected to the success of the business. In today's episode I discuss creating KPIs and how to evolve them through the team over time. Learn more at https://www.adamliette.com Join the Facebook Group: https://www.adamliette.com/facebook Free Mini Course on Hiring Your Next Team Member: https://www.adamliette.com/hiring-course-optin Apply for a Free Strategy Session: https://go.oncehub.com/AdamLietteMeeting
Have you ever worked in the gig economy? Taking odd jobs and working in the industry can expose you to many best (and worst) practices of how businesses are being operated. And there are many lessons to be learned. Now, what do you do with those lessons? Today I'm joined by Angel Pretot from French Fluency. He has used the hard-learned lessons from learning languages to teach French in a much simpler way. As a former gig economy worker, he's been able to take that same mindset into how he manages his own business. In this interview, we discuss: Why working in the gig economy enabled his success in his business How to beat those that are heavily financed by bootstrapping your business Transitioning from 1-1 coaching into a group coaching program Creating personalized plans to maximize success with your clients How monthly payments simplify your business and provide stability It's been a pleasure getting to know Angel and I'm thrilled to be able to explore these topics with him. Connect with Angel here: https://www.frenchfluency.net/ Learn more at https://www.adamliette.com Join the Facebook Group: https://www.adamliette.com/facebook Free Mini Course on Hiring Your Next Team Member: https://www.adamliette.com/hiring-course-optin Apply for a Free Strategy Session: https://go.oncehub.com/AdamLietteMeeting
Delegation and Offloading are critical to growing your business and being able to give yourself the time and space to think strategically about the future. And yet so many of us approach offloading with a completely wrong mindset that not only holds us back, but prevents us from attracting the A-players we want to bring onto our team. On today's episode I'm going to flip everything you've ever heard about delegating upside down and give you some direction to make this incredibly successful for you, your team, the company, and the team member you ultimately delegate to. Learn more at https://www.adamliette.com Join the Facebook Group: https://www.adamliette.com/facebook Free Mini Course on Hiring Your Next Team Member: https://www.adamliette.com/hiring-course-optin Apply for a Free Strategy Session: https://go.oncehub.com/AdamLietteMeeting
When faced with adversity, we can either shrink away or rise to the occasion. Today's guest thrives on the latter and has been consistently pushing himself to evolve with the market and create opportunities. Andrew Bolis has 15 years of marketing leadership experience. He's currently a Fractional CMO & Business Growth Consultant. He builds marketing programs that help B2B companies acquire new customers and grow their revenue. Join me as we discuss: How to create synergy between marketing and sales teams The advantages that startups have compared to established companies in their marketing strategy Unique marketing tactics that will elevate your lead generation strategy How to leverage the expertise of a fractional CMO This interview has me rolling with new ideas that I'm putting into place as we speak and can't wait to see the results. Don't miss this amazing episode! Connect with Andrew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewbolis/ Learn more at https://www.adamliette.com Join the Facebook Group: https://www.adamliette.com/facebook Free Mini Course on Hiring Your Next Team Member: https://www.adamliette.com/hiring-course-optin Apply for a Free Strategy Session: https://go.oncehub.com/AdamLietteMeeting
Great leaders tell stories. Storytelling is one of the most basic elements of the human experience, dating all the way back to the earliest of times. And yet I've found few leaders that use storytelling as part of their persuasion and motivational strategies. They are missing a huge opportunity. Learn the 3 types of stories that you can employ into your business leadership and how to become a better storyteller in this episode Learn more at https://www.adamliette.com Join the Facebook Group: https://www.adamliette.com/facebook Free Mini Course on Hiring Your Next Team Member: https://www.adamliette.com/hiring-course-optin Apply for a Free Strategy Session: https://go.oncehub.com/AdamLietteMeeting
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