This is Life with Pejman Ghadimi

Change takes time, but adapting can happen instantaneously. Anticipate change and obstacles so you are prepared to handle them without hesitation. Today, your host, Pejman Ghadimi, is joined by Joe who is involved in a growing company specializing in vapor products. No matter what industry your are in, product sales come with hundreds of obstacles, but there are always solutions. As a bonus, Pejman provides some insight into his unique strategy for starting a business by utilizing the ability to recycle customers or resources, which he outlines in his upcoming new book, RADIUS. Buy Third Circle Theory: http://www.thirdcirclebook.com Check out RADIUS: http://www.powerofradius.com  

It's very easy to pitch someone, but can you close the deal every time? An IT professional who opened his own company and soon to be author, Paulo, joins your host, Pejman Ghadimi, to discuss what networking REALLY is about when conducted properly. Getting your name out there based on your trustworthiness, reliability, and your ability to build a relationship with people and consumers will ultimately get you to the top faster than trying to sell your product or business at every possible opportunity when you don't take the time to UNDERSTAND your consumer. As a bonus, Pejman shares some of his knowledge and experience with being a successful author. Buy Third Circle Theory: http://www.thirdcirclebook.com/

It takes a different mindset to be successful in anything, you must be relentlessly focused on the smallest detail. Today, your host, Pejman Ghadimi, discusses overcoming anxiety and fear, how to successfully network and the most important characteristic a successful entrepreneur should possess. Interviewing him today is Arnold who just landed his first client, and wants to know how he can maintain control of the business relationships. As a bonus, Pejman also shares a strategy building a solid reputation when you're just starting out without offering your services for free. Buy Third Circle Theory: http://www.thirdcirclebook.com/

How does success come to fruition? Today, your host, Pejman Ghadimi, tells the story about how the Secret community has come to hold over 30,000 members world wide and how he came up with Third Circle Theory. Interviewing him today is John who is curious about the path to PJ's success and mindset. As a bonus, Pejman also shares what his end goal is for Secret Academy and what he looks for in potential employees. Buy Third Circle Theory: http://www.thirdcirclebook.com/

So, you've gone ahead and created an awesome product. You can't wait to share it with the world and rake in that cold hard cash. But wait, how exactly do you get people to pay for your product? Today, your host, Pejman Ghadimi, discusses baiting your customer base, using feedback to help your marketing hit its mark, and when to offer your product free. Interviewing him today is Jiran, who just launched an app and wants to know how he can monetize it. As a bonus, Pejman also shares a strategy for turning downloads into a solid customer base. Buy Third Circle Theory: http://www.thirdcirclebook.com/

What do the day-to-day activities look like in the life of a successful entrepreneur? Today, your host, Pejman Ghadimi, talks about his morning routine, the structure of his average day and how he deals with business problems when they inevitably arise. Interviewing him today is Louis-Pierre who is curious about the path to Pejman's accomplishments and mentality. As a bonus, Pejman also shares what he would do if his circumstances were different as a 20 year old just starting out in the world of business. Buy Third Circle Theory: http://www.thirdcirclebook.com/

Who couldn’t use a few more hours in the day or week? One of the biggest challenges to starting a company is determining out how to harmoniously integrate your professional and personal life together. Today, your host, Pejman Ghadimi, discusses how to find work-life balance, remain productive and efficient. Interviewing him today is Vaclav, who is having difficulty balancing his work and personal life, and wants to learn how to stay motivated to ensure the time spent working really counts. As a bonus, Pejman also shares his perspective on taking a break from work to refresh. Buy Third Circle Theory: http://www.thirdcirclebook.com/

The university system has sold us an illusion of self-application. Students have been hold the magic ticket to a good life is “go to college and you’ll get a good job”. No need for leadership. No need for maturity. No need for people skills. No need for honing your passion and drive. No need to learn negotiation. No need for personal application. Just follow the yellow brick road and you’ll get there. Wrong. Today, your host, Pejman Ghadimi, discusses how to know if it's time to quit school, how to know when a passion is a viable career move and how to find success without a diploma. Interviewing him today is Hugo, a 16 year old exchange student from Sweden who is wondering whether he should quit school or pursue entrepreneurship. As a bonus, Pejman also shares his secret to success in business without incurring student loan debt. Buy Third Circle Theory: http://www.thirdcirclebook.com/

It's been almost 4 years since Pejman Ghadimi shared with the world his concepts in Third Circle Theory. It has impacted thousands of young entrepreneurs as they launch their new businesses and helped others achieve better awareness of the world around them. However, does Pejman really practice what he preaches? Today, your host, Pejman Ghadimi, discusses how the concepts in his book came about and the impact the book has had on his own life. Interviewing him today is Payam, who wants to understand how to truly implement the Third Circle Theory concepts into his own life, how to prioritize his business and how to manage his finances. As a bonus, Pejman also shares his view on launching a business and ensuring the ultimate goal includes an end plan.  Buy Third Circle Theory: http://www.thirdcirclebook.com/

Starting a business is a little like buying a car: You need to do some research before taking the plunge. Today, your host, Pejman Ghadimi, discusses how doing your due diligence can mean the difference between success and failure. Interviewing him today is Noah, who wants to learn how to get his foot in the door in a niche market and how to validate that his product idea is worth investing his time into. As a bonus, Pejman also shares his strategy for running the numbers on business ideas before you open your doors.  Buy Third Circle Theory: http://www.thirdcirclebook.com/

Developing your business network is essential in growing your company. However, 21st Century technology has changed the way we all network. Instead of cold calling or sending out unsolicited email, we’re seeking out connections on social media and referrals to help build our networks – and ultimately business. Today, your host, Pejman Ghadimi, discusses how networking is more than just throwing your name out there like in days’ past; it’s about creating meaningful relationships in your industry and proving that you’re a trusted resource. Interviewing him today is Mauricio, who wants to learn how to build up his network, how to use social media to advertise and how to explain the value of his services to his clients. Buy Third Circle Theory: http://www.thirdcirclebook.com/

If you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or have a business venture, you’ve already thought long and hard about it. You’ve been thinking about the big day. The day when you can finally quit making someone else rich and start focusing on working for yourself. Today, your host, Pejman Ghadimi, discusses how to know if it's time to quit your day job and determine exactly which of your ideas is worth pursuing. Interviewing him today is Joe who is looking for guidance as he decides whether to quit his day job and leap into one of his business ideas full force. As a bonus, Pejman also shares the number one thing that has contributed to his success as a serial entrepreneur...   Buy Third Circle Theory: http://www.thirdcirclebook.com/

Leading a team isn’t easy, and it requires specific skills that not everybody has. Even if you have these skills in spades, at some point, you’ll find yourself faced with the challenge of dealing with an unhappy employee. Today, your host, Pejman Ghadimi, discusses how to build the right brand culture from day one to prevent bad employee habits, keeping your team motivated and figuring out how to pay them. Interviewing him today is Matt, who owns a clothing startup and needs help dealing with his employees who may not share his vision of success. As a bonus, Pejman also shares an analogy to help you deal with opposing employee views and their criticisms. Buy Third Circle Theory: http://www.thirdcirclebook.com

More and more entrepreneurs are providing their clientele with self published eBooks - but is it always successful? Today, your host, Pejman Ghadimi, discusses the growing world of online publishing. Interviewing him today is Ben, a personal trainer who recently created an eBook and isn't sure about how to get it in the hands of his clients. Pejman provides Ben with advice to get his book noticed; ranging from whether to offer the content for free, getting testimonials from known experts in the field, and how to gain customer trust with your online content. As a bonus, Pejman also shares a proven strategy to get testimonials from national experts in your field! Buy Third Circle Theory: http://www.thirdcirclebook.com/

To be inspired is great, but to inspire others is incredible. Today, your host, Pejman Ghadimi, discusses how to drive inspiration to others, when to share your personal struggles, overcoming fear and being authentic in your approach. Interviewing him today is Nikki who inquires how Pejman became such the inspirational figure he is today and how she can inspire those in need in her community. As a bonus, Pejman also shares the story of why he was inspired to start the Secret Entourage Academy. Buy Third Circle Theory: http://www.thirdcirclebook.com/

Anyone can come up with a business idea, but the hard part is executing that idea into reality... and doing it successfully. Today, your host, Pejman Ghadimi, discusses how to know which of your business ideas to pursue, what skills you need to ensure success and where ideas even come from.  Interviewing him today is Karan, a Secret Entourage Academy member who is inquiring about what skills are best if you're not sure where you're going yet and how to come up with the perfect business idea to ensure success. As a bonus, Pejman also shares the story of his path from poor immigrant to wealthy entrepreneur living the American dream - ANYONE CAN DO IT. Buy Third Circle Theory: http://www.thirdcirclebook.com/

They say that to be successful, you need to take that first step. But what exactly is that first step? Today, your host, Pejman Ghadimi, discusses the value of a business plan, formal entrepreneurial educations, and what causes some people to have the fearlessness to take that leap of faith into their business venture when others hesitate and allow their dreams to fade away Interviewing him today is Joel, a member of the Secret Entourage Academy, who is inquiring about cultural and generational differences, how they affect the drive to succeed and how important is to have a success driven business plan before you get started. As a bonus, Pejman shares the THREE SECRET INGREDIENTS that make up every SUCCESSFUL Business idea. Buy Third Circle Theory: http://www.thirdcirclebook.com/

We are the result of our actions. Success is not an action, but a habit. Today, your host, Pejman Ghadimi, discusses which habits to nurture and which ones to avoid to help you become habitually successful in your next business venture. Interviewing him today is Ruben from Ohio who is inquiring about whether the skills required to become a success are inborn or if they can be learned, how to learn those skills and get on the right track, what to do if you can't afford formal education and what to do when life inevitably gets in the way.  As a bonus, Pejman also shares a routine that you can implement today that will help you build the right habits and stamina to ensure that you are successful in your next venture.  Buy Third Circle Theory: http://www.thirdcirclebook.com/

If you wouldn’t build a home on a cracked foundation, why would you build a business on one? Today, your host, Pejman Ghadimi, covers the many different ways that a solid foundation can propel your business into the rewarding business of your dreams. Interviewing him today is Amado who is asking some of the most essential questions covering forming solid business partnerships, how to prevent social media overload, assessing which “gurus” to learn from and what YOU will need to bring to the table. As a bonus, Pejman also provides some more insight into his own family background in the business world and dealing with cultural differences. Buy Third Circle Theory: http://www.thirdcirclebook.com/

Whether it's friends, family, hobbies or relationships, you will eventually find yourself in the position of having to make some hard decisions. However, it doesn't have to be painful. Joining our host, Pejman Ghadimi, is a physical therapy practice owner, Samir. Samir asks Pejman his advice on dividing personal life vs. business life at the beginning stages. Pejman's advice? There is no separation. Pejman also provides some insight on what is truly the difference between being a business owner and an entrepreneur, how our survival instincts can jump-start our momentum into motivation, and how Third Circle Theory teaches people how to lead purposeful lives. As a bonus, Pejman Ghadimi lets you in on his way of hiring and choosing the best employees based on character and what his strategy is on deciding who will be the best fit. Buy Third Circle Theory: http://www.thirdcirclebook.com/

Are you looking for an investor? Do you have a plan of action once you are granted the funds to invest in your business or venture? To complicate things further, what are you willing to compensate to the investor in return or the much-needed funding? All of these questions and more are subjects you should be considering before even deciding to explore investor options to take your business venture to the next level. You host, Pejman Ghadimi, is joined by David who is an entrepreneur in the automotive sales industry. Today, Pejman gives some critical advice in the field of – but not limited to – automotive sales and flipping cars on understanding and deciding how to establish business goals based on long-term growth and playing it smart when agreeing to accept an investment or partner into your business plan. As a bonus, Pejman Ghadimi gives us some great insight on why your environment is never the reason why you do or do not do something unless you are not in control of it. Are you the one making your decisions? Buy Third Circle Theory: http://www.thirdcirclebook.com/

We all struggle at some point in our lives with relationships, but what's more difficult than finding "the one"? Trying to find "the one" while being an aspiring entrepreneur. Join your host, Pejman Ghadimi, as he is joined by the "Timeshare Queen" herself, Becky. Becky asks Pejman what the right moves and decisions are to turn your talents into a prospering business based on your track record and how to do it without risking too much before the business idea has validated itself. However, it's all fun and games with business until you decide to add love to the mix! Pejman advises the mindsets to keep while looking for love and how to attract the RIGHT person for you without holding your expectations too high and driving away any possibilities too soon. Buy Third Circle Theory: http://www.thirdcirclebook.com/

Business operations, processes and goal setting are some of the topics your host, Pejman Ghadimi, covers in today's podcast. Join Pejman as small business owner and entrepreneur, Dominik, asks him to advise on the process of determining when it is time to drop your day job making someone else rich and go all in on your business. It is incredibly easy to make mistakes during this process. Don't set yourself up for short or long-term failure. Pejman Ghadimi gives some great advice on how to position your business and YOURSELF for success when making these transitions. You don't want to run back to your day job with your tail between your legs. Buy Third Circle Theory: http://www.thirdcirclebook.com/

Do you have a business idea you're not sure will be successful? Are you unsure how to safely launch a new product or service without going all in and risking too much? Your host, Pejman Ghadimi, covers all of this and more as he is joined by Dorian who is a young agency owner from overseas. Dorian asks Pejman to share with him some of the best ways to ensure you're not risking too much and setting yourself up for failure when first launching a new product or service. As a bonus, Pejman Ghadimi also shares how to establish brand attributes for your company or business and how to provide value to ensure your brand image stays strong. Buy Third Circle Theory: http://www.secretentourage.com/store/third_circle_theory/

Join your host, Pejman Ghadimi, as he is joined by a student and business owner from Australia, Tyler. Tomorrow belongs to the people who prepare for it today. We have all heard this before, but do you actually live by this? According to Pejman Ghadimi, most obstacles can be easily overcome by early preparation. Understanding where to focus your goals, the importance of time management, and the incredibly underestimated benefits of self-education. Leveraging knowledge and experience is something we all do day after day. Making the right choices and sacrifices TODAY can make – or break -  your success in the future. Pejman shares how. As a bonus, Pejman discusses his take on mentorship, college, and even goes into detail on his own sacrifices being the family bread-winner beginning at only 14 years old and the decisions he made to be able to live life to its fullest potential. Buy Third Circle Theory: http://www.secretentourage.com/store/third_circle_theory/

Your host, Pejman Ghadimi, goes over a few very critical stages of understanding how to establish the RIGHT type of goals to grow your business. Join Pejman as young entrepreneur and small business owner, Sean, asks his advice about adjusting to more appropriate long term goals, the importance of building a financial cushion, and creating more sources of income through betting on yourself, diversification, and auxiliary means. As a bonus, Pejman also advises on how to deal with outside objectives and distractions and how to balance your personal and business life. Buy Third Circle Theory: http://www.secretentourage.com/store/third_circle_theory/

When it comes to ensuring that your business succeeds now and through the next generation the old adage, ‘when you fail to plan, you plan to fail’, comes to mind. Join your host, Pejman Ghadimi, as he provides solutions to some very common obstacles in family businesses as asked by Carlos. Today, Pejman discusses how to take an already established multi-generational company to the next level by examining your business processes, client base, vision projection and the best way to handle family business leaders who may be against changing from the old ways. As a bonus, Pejman provides insight on how to scale a business using vertical income leveraging and goes over the best strategy to planning when and how to adjust your public lifestyle image. Buy Third Circle Theory: http://www.secretentourage.com/store/third_circle_theory/

There are many types of mentoring relationships –  defining and establishing that relationship is critical. Today, your host, Pejman Ghadimi, covers the very diverse topic on mentorship. Interviewing him from Australia is Tyler to ask some of the most essential questions covering mentorship criteria, how to approach a potential mentor, the importance of identifying the relationship you want as a mentee and what you will need to bring to the table. Pejman even provides some insider information into his own experience on how he learned from others, as he covered in his best-selling book, Third Circle Theory. Buy Third Circle Theory: http://www.secretentourage.com/store/third_circle_theory/

Jumping into the world of entrepreneurship is risky business, do you know what is necessary to prepare yourself for this journey? Join your host, Pejman Ghadimi, as he explores some very important and frequently asked questions by social media, marketing and advertising expert, Andrew. In this episode, they talk about what defines an entrepreneur, some great ways to prepare yourself – physically and mentally – on taking the leap into entrepreneurship, college degrees in the entrepreneurial world and the hidden factor between choices and outcomes. As a bonus, Pejman even provides some very valuable self-accountability challenges to help you establish the right mindset for success! Buy Third Circle Theory: http://www.secretentourage.com/store/third_circle_theory/

Join your host, Pejman Ghadimi, as he answers another important question this week by JT Martin. With Generation Millennial developing the labels of entitled and lazy, is there still hope that this generation can get down to business and still become successful? Pejman and JT discuss the problems with Millennial mindsets, lack of aspirations, indecision on life goals, and the serious issue with the "work equals reward" concept. Buy Third Circle Theory: http://www.secretentourage.com/store/third_circle_theory/