Podcasts about business mindset

If you've been feeling stuck, stalled, or like you just can't move forward in your business, today's episode will show you exactly why — and give you a simple process to identify what's really holding you back so you can finally get moving. READ MORE HERE

Back to just me this week (you guys loved Michael, the DMs cracked me up

You've been telling yourself something that sounds completely reasonable — but it's actually the one thing standing between you and everything you've been dreaming of. Today we're calling it out.

Manchmal ist das Wertvollste, was jemand für dich tun kann, einfach ehrlich zu sein. In dieser Folge teile ich deshalb fünf Dinge, die mir im Online-Business immer und immer wieder begegnen und die ich so selten laut genug ausspreche. Hol dir einen Notizzettel, hör rein und nimm dir den einen Punkt mit, bei dem du kurz schluckst. Das ist deine nächste Aufgabe.

AI can write content. It can design logos, generate scripts, build entire websites in minutes.But here's the one thing it will never be able to do — live your life.In this episode, I'm making the case that your story is the most valuable business asset you own right now. Not your resume. Not your credentials. Your actual journey — the setbacks, the pivots, the moments you didn't know if you were going to make it — that is what the marketplace is hungry for in 2026.I'm sharing my own arc — immigrating from Cameroon, playing three years in the NFL with the Baltimore Ravens, pivoting into corporate America as a Senior Scrum Master, and now building my own business from the ground up — to show you that every chapter of your story contains a lesson someone will pay to learn.If you've been sitting on your story thinking it's not enough, this episode will change how you see yourself.In this episode you'll learn:Why the AI content flood is actually making your authentic voice MORE valuable, not lessThe three story assets you're sitting on and not monetising right nowHow to identify your core transformation and turn it into a productThe four-step framework to go from story to incomeWhy authenticity is the only competitive advantage AI can never take from youYour story is not a side note. It is the product.

Send us Fan MailAre you actually resting, or are you just escaping?In this solo episode of The Mindset Cafe Podcast, Devan Gonzalez breaks down the difference between real rest and avoidance disguised as self-care. Taking a break, sleeping in, skipping the gym, watching Netflix, scrolling your phone, or stepping away from work can all look like rest on the outside — but the real question is what happens after.Real rest helps you recover, think clearly, regulate your emotions, and return to your standards. Escape gives you short-term relief but creates long-term pressure, guilt, anxiety, and more distance from the life you know you need to face.This episode will help you identify whether your “break” is actually helping you come back stronger or quietly lowering your standard. Devan breaks down real-life examples in fitness, business, mindset, relationships, and personal discipline so you can stop running from what needs to be handled and start building planned recovery with purpose.You'll learn how to tell the difference between rest and escape, why self-care can become a trap when it removes accountability, how avoidance shows up in fitness and entrepreneurship, and the simple test to know whether your break is restoring you or pulling you further off track.If you've been feeling burned out, unmotivated, behind, anxious, guilty, or disconnected, this episode will challenge you to be honest without attacking yourself. Rest if you need rest. But stop running and calling it recovery.Support the showThanks for listening & being part of the Mindset Cafe Community.----------------------------------------------Follow On Instagram https://www.instagram.com/devan.gonzalez/Let me know what topics or questions you want covered so we can help you achieve your goals faster.----------------------------------------------Are you taking the right supplements to maximize your mind and body in fitness & health. Take a FREE Quiz to see if you are.> FREE QUIZ

In this episode of How-To with Gino Barbaro, Gino sits down with real estate investor and entrepreneur Lon Welsh to discuss today's real estate market, investment opportunities, and what separates average investors from elite investors. Lon Welsh is the founder of Ironton Capital, Your Castle Real Estate, and First Alliance Title, with more than 20 years of experience in commercial real estate acquisition and development. Whether you're an active investor, passive investor, or just getting started in real estate, this episode is packed with actionable insights and high-level investing strategies.TIMESTAMPS — Lon Welsh 00:00 – Introduction 01:12 – Meet Lon Welsh 03:28 – Current real estate market update 06:54 – What elite investors are doing differently 10:11 – Market opportunities investors are watching 13:42 – Passive investing strategies explained 17:06 – Risk management in today's economy 20:18 – How busy professionals can invest in real estate 23:47 – Building long-term wealth through real estate 26:32 – The mindset of elite investors 28:44 – Final investing advice from Lon Welsh 29:48 – Closing thoughts

Hey guys, so I posted a carousel on Friday night breaking down my funnel and honestly the DMs have been wild.The part that shocked people the most? I sell 40+ courses every month with no ads and no launches. People just find them and buy.So I'm walking you through the whole thing in this episode.How I go from a post on Instagram to a $7 course sale to people buying again and again. The customer ladder. The Google Doc method for the mastermind. Why 72% of people actually finish my courses and come back.The mechanics are simpler than you think, and I promise 90% of you are missing step one.Come listen. I think this one's going to be useful

Send us Fan MailWhat happens when your business, motherhood, and responsibilities continue to grow… but your inner capacity feels stretched thin?In this deeply honest and powerful conversation, I welcome mindset and entrepreneur coach Coach Clem to The Good Enough Mompreneur Podcast to talk about the hidden emotional weight so many women silently carry while trying to “hold it all together.”Coach Clem, a UK-based mindset coach originally from France, has supported hundreds of women — many of them mompreneurs — through growth, transition, burnout, overwhelm, and the internal pressure that often goes unseen. Together, Angela and Clem explore the importance of inner stability, why awareness alone isn't enough to create change, and how many of the behaviors we label as “self-sabotage” are actually intelligent protection patterns formed over time.This conversation is a reminder that you do not have to build your business from survival mode — and that sustainable success begins within.In this episode, we discuss: Why ambitious women often feel overwhelmed even when life looks successful  The invisible expectations placed on moms and entrepreneurs  How social media fuels the “not enough” feeling  Reframing self-sabotage as intelligent protection  The connection between perfectionism, people pleasing, and burnout  The three life seasons: growth, realignment, and survival  Why awareness alone doesn't create lasting transformation  How to begin building inner stability in everyday life  The importance of alignment in motherhood, business, and personal growth  Why this inner work matters not just for us — but for our children, too Memorable Moments from the Episode:✨ “You do not have to prove your worth through exhaustion.”✨ “A strength taken too far can become self-sabotage.”✨ “You can build success from alignment instead of survival mode.”✨ “Inner stability is not a luxury — it's a foundation.”Connect with Coach Clem:

Send us Fan MailIs your self-storage business keeping up with the digital revolution?Scott breaks down the essential shift toward remote management and how technology is redefining customer experience. From online reservations and automated payments to AI-powered chatbots and interactive virtual tours, Scott explains why a seamless digital experience is now a necessity...not just a luxury. He shares lessons learned from implementing kiosks, strategies for maximizing uptime, and tips for leveraging automation to reduce costs while increasing customer satisfaction. Whether you're already embracing remote management or just starting to explore the possibilities, this episode is packed with insights to keep your self-storage business ahead of the competition.WHAT TO LISTEN FOR5:41 Lessons from the First Self-Storage Kiosks14:31 Keeping Customers Engaged with Automation20:59 Social Proof & Online Reputation23:24 Avoiding Customer ChurnLeave a positive rating for this podcast with one clickCONNECT WITH USWebsite | You Tube | Facebook | X | LinkedIn | InstagramFollow so you never miss a NEW episode! Leave us an honest rating and review on Apple or Spotify.White Label Storage helps self-storage owners manage their facilities like a performance business, not a guessing game. Using facility-level data and custom technology tools, the team drives smarter pricing, marketing, and operational decisions with no gut-based revenue management.Website | LinkedIn(410) 693-5166 

Are you actually cut out for business ownership? Today I share 3 big things to consider as you decide whether to start a business or are starting one now. READ MORE HERE

  Need help with your own business strategy, impact, visibility or personal brand ? Get in touch: hello@mydailybusiness.com  Connect with My Daily Business: Instagram: @mydailybusiness_ TikTok: @mydailybusiness Email: hello@mydailybusiness.com Website: mydailybusiness.com Resources mentioned: AI Monthly Chat Group for Small Business Owners My Daily Business courses - mydailybusiness.com/courses Want to get your #smallbusiness sorted in 2026? Check out our 1:1 business coaching packages from a one-off session to 6-months of coaching. Want to know more about AI and how to harness it for your small businesS? Join our new monthly AI chat for small business owners. You can join anytime at www.mydailybusiness.com/AIchat Try out my fave AI tool, Poppy AI here and use discount code FIONA. We also love Descript. Connect and get in touch with My Daily Business via our shop, freebies, award-winning books, Instagram and Tik Tok.

In this episode of The How To Show Podcast, we break down the mindset, strategies, and practical steps needed to create long-term wealth through real estate investing. From building passive income streams to scaling your portfolio and avoiding common mistakes, this conversation is packed with actionable insights for both beginners and experienced investors.  Whether you're looking to leave your 9–5, generate cash flow, or create generational wealth, this episode will help you understand how real estate can become a vehicle for true financial freedom. This episode was brought by Wheel barrow profits. want to start into multifamily? Go check wheelbarrowprofits.com We're here to help create real estate entrepreneurs... About Jake & Gino: Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and owners who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $350M in assets under management. Connect with Jake & Gino here --> https://jakeandgino.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Gen Z is booing AI at graduations…even though over half of them use it regularly. Are we letting fear, not facts, drive the conversation? In this episode, David and Londa unpack the backlash against AI in recent commencement speeches, from Eric Schmidt's booed address to music execs facing student pushback. They dig into Gallup data on Gen Z's real attitudes toward AI, explore how fear-mongering and weak critical thinking distort the narrative, and argue for curiosity and adaptability instead of panic. The conversation then connects tech anxiety to real-world decisions in business and real estate—urging listeners to focus on long-term needs, not short-term noise. Three business takeaways 1. Fear is bad strategy. Letting anxiety about AI (or any tech shift) drive decisions keeps leaders reactive instead of innovative. 2. Adoption beats avoidance. Early, thoughtful use of AI creates leverage in markets like real estate and mortgages while competitors are still resisting change. 3. Think in decades, not days. Whether it's tech or property, focus on long-term fundamentals and real needs rather than chasing or fleeing short-term headlines. #AIGraduation #GenZAndAI #BusinessMindset #AdaptOrGetLeftBehind #RealEstateAndAI

If you've ever told yourself you're just not a salesperson, that belief is probably costing you more than you realize. In this episode, Dr. Kasey Jo Orvidas talks about how money mindset beliefs create resistance to selling, but that isn't a character flaw. It's a story. This episode helps you unpack that story. In this episode, she covers:Why coaches with a strong "helper" identity often unconsciously reject selling, and the research behind why this happensHow selling is already woven into your everyday life in ways that don't feel slimy at allThe difference between influence and manipulation, and why conflating the two is holding you backWhy not talking about your services isn't humility, it's fear, and who's actually paying the price for thatThe one reframe that removes most of the pressure around selling your offer If you've ever felt like selling goes against who you are as a person or that you're "a coach not a salesperson", this episode is for you. Episodes Referenced: Episode 41: The 7 Principles of Persuasion (Applied to Health and Fitness Coaching)EP 63: 3 Steps to Overcome Self-DoubtEP 62: How to Overcome Impostor Syndrome: Mindset Shifts to Try Sources: Aquino & Reed, 2002Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion by Dr. Robert Cialdini Get on the priority list for my brand new 2-Day Money Mindset Workshop Connect with me on Instagram! 

Send us Fan MailWhat if the future of self storage was hiding in the narrow streets of Italy? Scott records from Tuscany, Italy and shares a fascinating realization about how limited space, dense urban living, and evolving consumer behavior are shaping the future of storage worldwide. Comparing the massive self storage footprint in the U.S. to Italy's dramatically under supplied market, Scott explores whether the demand for storage is universal human behavior or simply a matter of supply catching up. He breaks down the changing habits of younger generations, the rise of mobility and smaller living spaces, and why those trends are actually fueling storage demand instead of killing it. WHAT TO LISTEN FOR:55 Is Self-Storage Demand Universal Across the World?2:29 Does Italy Have a Storage Problem or a Storage Opportunity?3:22 Are Younger Generations Making Self-Storage Obsolete?5:10 What Specialty Storage Trends Are Changing the Industry?7:40 Where Is the Next Decade of Self-Storage Growth Headed?Leave a positive rating for this podcast with one click CONNECT WITH USWebsite | You Tube | Facebook | X | LinkedIn | Instagram Follow so you never miss a NEW episode! Leave us an honest rating and review on Apple or Spotify.

Entrepreneurship was in Eric's blood long before he ever closed a deal. Fresh out of college with a construction management degree, he already knew one thing for sure: he wasn't built to be an employee. Discover how he turned that instinct into a thriving real estate career through creative strategies, consistent action, and the Freedom Mentor Apprentice Program.

What does “good design” actually mean beyond aesthetics? In this thoughtful and wide-ranging conversation, Fiona chats with strategic designer and founder of Relative Systems, Dhiren Das, about circularity, sustainable systems, urban design, AI, and why the future of business requires deeper thinking around people, place, and impact. You'll learn: What strategic design thinking actually means in practice Why circularity and sustainability are becoming business essentials How AI may reshape design, creativity, and human knowledge Need help with your own business strategy, impact, visibility or personal brand ? Get in touch: hello@mydailybusiness.com    Connect with Dhiren Das and Relative Systems: Instagram: @relativeprojects LinkedIn: Dhiren Das Website: relative.systems Email: studio@relativeprojects.com Connect with My Daily Business: Instagram: @mydailybusiness_ TikTok: @mydailybusiness Email: hello@mydailybusiness.com Website: mydailybusiness.com Resources mentioned: AI Monthly Chat Group for Small Business Owners My Daily Business courses - mydailybusiness.com/courses Want to get your #smallbusiness sorted in 2026? Check out our 1:1 business coaching packages from a one-off session to 6-months of coaching. Want to know more about AI and how to harness it for your small businesS? Join our new monthly AI chat for small business owners. You can join anytime at www.mydailybusiness.com/AIchat Try out my fave AI tool, Poppy AI here and use discount code FIONA. We also love Descript. Connect and get in touch with My Daily Business via our shop, freebies, award-winning books, Instagram and Tik Tok.

So I woke up this week and lost 150 followers overnight. Sigh…But what happened next was not what I expected at all. I did one tiny thing, took me less than five minutes, and the results genuinely shocked me.Come listen. I think this one's going to stick with you

What does it really mean to “Boss Up”? In this episode of the Jake & Gino Podcast, bestselling author, entrepreneur, and CEO Scott Abbott shares the mindset shifts required to stop thinking like an employee and start taking ownership of your life, business, and future. With more than 30 years of experience scaling companies and generating billions in revenue, Scott breaks down the habits, systems, discipline, and execution strategies that separate high performers from people who stay stuck consuming information.   If you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure about your next step, this conversation will challenge you to level up and take action.  This episode was brought by Wheel barrow profits. Start your journey here! wheelbarrowprofits.com TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro + Presenting Scott Abbott 01:45 What “Boss Up” Actually Means 05:10 The Mindset Shift From Employee to Owner 09:20 Why Most People Stay Stuck 13:40 Consumers vs Executors 17:55 Accountability Changes Everything 22:10 Discipline & Financial Success 26:35 Humanizing Good Systems 30:20 Building a Business Operating System 34:15 AI & The Future of Business 38:00 Coaching, Leadership & Growth 41:45 “Why Don't You Want To Be Your Best?” 45:10 How to Identify Momentum in Business 47:30 Final Advice for People Feeling Stuck 48:45 Closing Thoughts We're here to help create real estate entrepreneurs... About Jake & Gino: Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and owners who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $350M in assets under management. Connect with Jake & Gino here --> https://jakeandgino.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on Inspire + Move, I'm sitting down with Anna Lozano for a collab episode with her podcast the Prosperity Playground! Anna is a founder, investor, mentor and energetics-in-business expert who has built, scaled, and successfully exited a national brand. Together in this two part episode, throw it back to  unpacking our early days in network marketing, the lessons that shaped us as entrepreneurs, and the full-circle moments that have led us to where we are today. From building a product-based business from scratch to navigating identity shifts after an exit, Anna shares her behind-the-scenes moments of entrepreneurship, the power of intention, and what it truly looks like to build something aligned and impactful.Tune in to hear: • How network marketing can build resilience, confidence, and foundational business skills • Building and exiting a successful product-based business • Why relationship building and long-term connection are key to major opportunities • How intention, alignment, and energetics play a role in business growth and decision making • What happens when you lose your identity after an exit and how to rebuild with purposeIf you're in a season of building, pivoting, or redefining your next chapter, this episode is your reminder that every step, every lesson, and every connection is leading you exactly where you're meant to go. Trust the process, stay open, and keep moving forward. Don't miss part 2 of our chat!Anna's Links:Listen to The Prosperity Playground PodcastWebsiteInstagramFacebookARE YOU COMING? Million Dollar Personal Brand Workshop May 21st! Get Your Tickets Here!Get on the Mentor Collective Mastermind waitlist:https://chrisharder.me/mentor Let's Connect!• INSPIRE + MOVE EVENTS• Instagram• Private Coaching• Website• Facebook• TikTok

Send us Fan MailThis is a REPLAY of an episode first published in December 2025.Is this the moment to get bold with your next self storage move, or the moment to back away?Scott Meyers sits down with broker and former principal investor David Perlleshi of Franklin Street to unpack why today's selective market may actually be the best buying climate since the mid two thousands. David traces his path from acquiring and expanding mom and pop facilities in the Carolinas to brokering nearly two hundred properties nationwide, giving him a rare view from both the ownership and sales sides. He explains how values have reset to twenty sixteen through twenty eighteen levels, why true motivation now separates real sellers from market testers, and how smart buyers should think in price per foot rather than fixating on yesterday's cap rates. Along the way he shares what makes a great buyer in the eyes of a broker, the biggest mistake sellers make when they decide to list, and why self storage is not a set it and forget it asset but a real operations business that rewards speed, preparation, and collaboration.WHAT TO LISTEN FOR:50 How did David go from principal investor to national self storage broker?5:09 What is really happening with pricing, values, and supply in self storage today?7:56 How can you tell if a seller is truly motivated to meet the market?11:27 Why are buyers and lenders chasing stabilized deals and avoiding stalled lease up projects?18:22 What separates a merely good buyer from a great buyer in the eyes of brokers?Leave a positive rating for this podcast with one clickConnect with guests: David PerlleshiWebsite | LinkedIn | X | Facebook| Instagram| EmailCONNECT WITH USWebsite | You Tube | Facebook | X | LinkedIn | InstagramWhite Label Storage helps self-storage owners grow revenue, improve operations, and scale more efficiently with a tech-enabled management approach. The team supports key parts of the business, including facility operations, marketing, and customer experience, giving owners a stronger platform for growth. Website | LinkedIn(410) 693-5166 

You'll learn: Why doing something that feels “impossible” can unlock momentum in your business How to identify the one thing you're holding yourself back from A simple mindset shift to move from “I can't” to actually trying Need help with your own business strategy, impact, visibility or personal brand ? Get in touch: hello@mydailybusiness.com  Connect with My Daily Business: Instagram: @mydailybusiness_ TikTok: @mydailybusiness Email: hello@mydailybusiness.com Website: mydailybusiness.com Resources mentioned: AI Monthly Chat Group for Small Business Owners My Daily Business courses - mydailybusiness.com/courses Want to get your #smallbusiness sorted in 2026? Check out our 1:1 business coaching packages from a one-off session to 6-months of coaching. Want to know more about AI and how to harness it for your small businesS? Join our new monthly AI chat for small business owners. You can join anytime at www.mydailybusiness.com/AIchat Try out my fave AI tool, Poppy AI here and use discount code FIONA. We also love Descript. Connect and get in touch with My Daily Business via our shop, freebies, award-winning books, Instagram and Tik Tok.

THE COMEBACK ECONOMY | How to Monetize Your Story When the Market Drops YoThe market crashed. Your story didn't."If you've been laid off, passed over, displaced by AI, or just feel like the economy left you behind — this episode was made for you.We are living through the most disorienting economic shift of our generation. Mass layoffs. AI replacing entire departments. The traditional career path collapsing in real time. And millions of people are sitting at home wondering — what do I do now?Here's what nobody is telling you:Every major economic downturn in history has created a new class of self-made people. The 2008 recession birthed Uber, Airbnb, and Instagram. The Great Depression built some of the most resilient entrepreneurs America has ever seen. And THIS moment — right now — is doing the same thing.The people who win in a down economy are not the ones with the most credentials.They are the ones who learned how to turn their story into their most valuable asset.And that is exactly what we break down today.In this episode you'll learn:

You'll learn: The difference between a “slow burn” crisis and an overnight crisis What to do if your business gets criticised online How to communicate price increases without damaging trust Need help with your own business strategy, impact, visibility or personal brand ? Get in touch: hello@mydailybusiness.com  Connect with The Sally Branson Consulting Group: Instagram: @thesbcgroup LinkedIn: Sally Branson Website: sallybransonconsulting.com Connect with My Daily Business: Instagram: @mydailybusiness_ TikTok: @mydailybusiness Email: hello@mydailybusiness.com Website: mydailybusiness.com Resources mentioned: AI Monthly Chat Group for Small Business Owners My Daily Business courses - mydailybusiness.com/courses Want to get your #smallbusiness sorted in 2026? Check out our 1:1 business coaching packages from a one-off session to 6-months of coaching. Want to know more about AI and how to harness it for your small businesS? Join our new monthly AI chat for small business owners. You can join anytime at www.mydailybusiness.com/AIchat Try out my fave AI tool, Poppy AI here and use discount code FIONA. We also love Descript. Connect and get in touch with My Daily Business via our shop, freebies, award-winning books, Instagram and Tik Tok.

What you'll learn in this episode: ● The 11 types of social media posts that attract clients ● How to build “parasocial relationships” that create instant trust ● Why your followers don't care how you look — only what you share ● Simple ways to turn community posts into powerful lead magnets ● The #1 daily habit that determines your success in real estate About the Guest: Bryon Ellington is the Chief Learning Officer at eXp Realty — a newly created role designed specifically for him. With a career spanning leadership positions at multiple top brokerages, Bryon is one of the most respected voices in real estate training and education. He is the visionary behind “Lead Mastering,” a program that blends research, top-agent strategies, and practical systems to help agents generate leads through mastery and consistency.

Victoria Westcott went from a burnt-out school teacher grading online lessons to the founder of a cleaning empire generating over $1.7 million in revenue—all starting with a free 21-day online course.In this episode of the UpFlip Podcast, Victoria pulls back the curtain on how she and her sister built Oak Bay Clean into a local powerhouse boasting 81% recurring revenue and over 200 five-star reviews. Unlike traditional commercial cleaning companies that undercut competitors and underpay staff, Victoria flipped the script. She implemented online booking, transparent pricing, and a revolutionary 60/40 revenue split that pays her cleaners roughly $45 an hour, paid out daily.Whether you are looking to start a local service business or scale an existing side hustle to new heights, Victoria's masterclass in local SEO, customer avatars, and treating your team like VIPs will give you the exact blueprint you need to succeed.What You'll Learn in This Episode:The Ultimate Naming Formula: How to practically guarantee page-one Google rankings by simply using the "Location + Keyword" naming strategy.Defining Your Ideal Customer Profile: Why you must build your business for "Jordan" (the busy, hands-off professional) and actively avoid "Nancy" (the micromanager).The 60% Talent Advantage: Why paying your cleaners significantly above the market rate actually increases your success, secures 5-star reviews, and eliminates turnover.The Day-One Pricing Strategy: A simple, competitive research method to perfectly price your services when you have absolutely zero experience.Landing Your First Client: How fully optimizing your Yelp and Google My Business profiles can get your phone ringing in under a week.Stop competing in a race to the bottom and start dominating your local market with systems that work!Tags: Cleaning Business, Retail Goods, Business Mindset, SEO, Side hustle, Google RankingsResources:Grow your business today: https://links.upflip.com/the-business-startup-and-growth-blueprint-podcast Follow Our Second Channel Here: https://next.upflip.com/spotify Connect with Victoria: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoriawestcott/

Send us Fan MailIs traditional self-storage losing its edge… and is pro storage the next great wealth-building frontier? Scott Meyers pulls back the curtain on what he calls the most significant opportunity in self-storage investing today: pro storage. With the traditional self-storage market now a $47 billion industry facing compressed yields, saturated development pipelines, and institutional pricing pressure, Scott makes the case for a virtually untapped asset class within the asset class. From storage condominiums and small bay flex space to luxury storage and enclosed RV/boat storage, this episode breaks down exactly what pro storage is, why demand is at crisis levels, and how savvy investors are funding and building these facilities right now. Investors who miss this shift may be leaving serious returns on the table. WHAT TO LISTEN FOR:56 Is pro storage the next major self-storage investing opportunity hiding in plain sight?2:43 What are the key differences between storage condos, small bay flex, and luxury storage?6:29 What does a typical pro storage facility look like and what infrastructure sets it apart?9:08 Where should investors build pro storage facilities and what is the 20-minute rule?12:25 How are developers and investors funding pro storage projects in today's market? Leave a positive rating for this podcast with one click CONNECT WITH USWebsite | You Tube | Facebook | X | LinkedIn | Instagram Follow so you never miss a NEW episode! Leave us an honest rating and review on Apple or Spotify.

In this milestone episode, Mark Hayward celebrates reaching the impressive achievement of 600 podcast episodes. Instead of opting for a reflective clip show, Mark decides to impart crucial business wisdom distilled from his vast experience. He emphasizes the ten fundamental pillars that universally underpin successful businesses, regardless of their size or industry. This episode is an invaluable resource for business owners looking to transform their understanding of how enduring enterprises thrive.Sales, according to Mark, is the core lifeline of any business, crucial for survival and growth. He stresses the importance of marketing as an essential tool for product and service visibility. Mark delves into the significance of fostering talent and leadership, highlighting how these elements drive business scalability and sustainability. By focusing on the essentials of finance and operations, Mark ensures that listeners grasp the importance of effective management practices. Throughout the episode, Mark shares insights into strategy execution and maintaining a resilient mindset, rounding off the crucial components required for business success.Key Takeaways:Sales is Oxygen: The backbone of business survival; crucial to prioritize.Consistent Marketing: Essential for visibility and reaching the right audience effectively.Talent and Leadership: Key drivers for business scaling and sustainability.Understanding Finances: Knowledge of numbers is vital to avoiding potential pitfalls.Holistic Strategy: Integrating all fundamentals harmoniously is key to long-term success.SPONSORCEOfriend.ai/offer Use code BGT10 for a month of free access. This awesome tool is an AI-powered advisory platform mentioned for strategic business planning.Unlock critical strategies and timeless advice in this landmark episode and continue your growth journey with more expert-driven insights from Mark Hayward. Don't miss the opportunity to apply these fundamentals to your business's advantage. Listen now!Support the showIf you want to watch the full video of this episode go to:https://www.youtube.com/@markhayward-BizGrowthTalksDo you want to be a guest on multiple podcasts as a service go to:www.podcastintroduction.comFind more details about the podcast and my coaching business on:www.businessgrowthtalks.comFind me onLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-hayw...Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@mjh169183YouTube Shorts - https://www.youtube.com/@markhayward-BizGrowthTalks/shorts

You'll learn: The real difference between envy and jealousy (and why it matters) How to use envy as a signal for what you actually want A simple way to turn comparison into action instead of self-doubt Need help with your own business strategy, impact, visibility or personal brand ? Get in touch: hello@mydailybusiness.com  Connect with My Daily Business: Instagram: @mydailybusiness_ TikTok: @mydailybusiness Email: hello@mydailybusiness.com Website: mydailybusiness.com Resources mentioned: AI Monthly Chat Group for Small Business Owners My Daily Business courses - mydailybusiness.com/courses Want to get your #smallbusiness sorted in 2026? Check out our 1:1 business coaching packages from a one-off session to 6-months of coaching. Want to know more about AI and how to harness it for your small businesS? Join our new monthly AI chat for small business owners. You can join anytime at www.mydailybusiness.com/AIchat Try out my fave AI tool, Poppy AI here and use discount code FIONA. We also love Descript. Connect and get in touch with My Daily Business via our shop, freebies, award-winning books, Instagram and Tik Tok.

What you'll learn in this episode Why listening—not talking—is the ultimate sales skill The 3 steps of the CPI framework: connect energetically, ask adept questions, actively listen How to uncover what clients are afraid to admit Why setting emotional expectations prevents frustration and blame How to turn predictable problems into opportunities for trust The difference between fake rapport and real connection Why influence is something you're given, not something you chase How authentic listening positions you as the trusted expert To find out more about Dan Rochon and the CPI Community, you can check these links:Website: No Broke MonthsPodcast: No Broke Months for Salespeople PodcastInstagram: @donrochonxFacebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/NoBrokeMonths/Facebook: Dan RochonLinkedIn: Dan RochonTeach to Sell Preorder: Teach to Sell: Why Top Performers Never Sell – And What They Do Instead

How much cash is hiding in your business? See if you qualify for a Free Financial Health Check Financial Intelligence Toolkit Steve does not talk about his personal life much. But when he does, the response is always the same: people reach out and say they could have written that story themselves.In this episode he steps back from the frameworks and the financials and shares where he actually came from. Growing up without a dad, leaving home at 16, starting a business out of his sister's garage, hitting rock bottom, and eventually finding his way to a career in finance and then to founding Coltivar.If you are new to the show this is a great place to start. If you have been here a while, this one might surprise you._______________________________________Disclaimer:The views expressed here are those of the individual Coltivar Group, LLC (“Coltivar”) personnel quoted and are not the views of Coltivar or its affiliates. Certain information contained in here has been obtained from third-party sources. While taken from sources believed to be reliable, Coltivar has not independently verified such information and makes no representations about the enduring accuracy of the information or its appropriateness for a given situation.This content is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be relied upon as legal, business, investment, or tax advice. You should consult your own advisers as to those matters. References to any securities or digital assets are for illustrative purposes only, and do not constitute an investment recommendation or offer to provide investment advisory services. The Company is not registered or licensed by any governing body in any jurisdiction to give investing advice or provide investment recommendations. The Company is not affiliated with, nor does it receive compensation from, any specific security. Please see https://www.coltivar.com/privacy-policy-and-terms-of-use for additional important information.LinkedIn | YouTube coltivar.com

This week's episode is a real one.I'm talking about pitching Bizzy Bean, public speaking, and how crazy it is that in my mind I love attention and speaking… but my body reacts like I'm being hunted for sport.We get into the pressure of walking into rooms and pitching your business, the hacks I've learned for public speaking, and why I stopped trying to “act confident” and started showing up as my future self instead.I also talk about dealing with negative comments, people telling me my idea is too saturated, or straight up saying it won't work, and how easy it is to let that get in your head if you let it.Plus, how I pull myself out of a funk when I start spiraling, from movement, journaling, crying, buying myself a little treat, and learning how to reset instead of staying stuck there.Basically: how to keep building when people doubt you, and sometimes when you doubt yourself tooSupport the show

You'll learn: Why resourcefulness matters more than having everything figured out How to grow a team and step out of doing everything yourself What building a business really looks like behind the scenes Need help with your own business strategy or visibility or personal brand ? Get in touch: hello@mydailybusiness.com  Connect with The Cupcake Queens: Instagram: @thecupcakequeens Monique's Instagram: @moniquemilenkovic Website: The Cupcake Queens Monique's Book: Celebration & Inspiration Connect with My Daily Business: Instagram: @mydailybusiness_ TikTok: @mydailybusiness Email: hello@mydailybusiness.com Website: mydailybusiness.com Resources mentioned: AI Monthly Chat Group for Small Business Owners My Daily Business courses - mydailybusiness.com/courses Want to get your #smallbusiness sorted in 2026? Check out our 1:1 business coaching packages from a one-off session to 6-months of coaching. Want to know more about AI and how to harness it for your small businesS? Join our new monthly AI chat for small business owners. You can join anytime at www.mydailybusiness.com/AIchat Try out my fave AI tool, Poppy AI here and use discount code FIONA. We also love Descript. Connect and get in touch with My Daily Business via our shop, freebies, award-winning books, Instagram and Tik Tok.

What You'll Learn in This Episode: How to find skilled, reliable VAs from top global platforms The key traits that make a VA truly effective for your business Why communication and cultural alignment are essential How to treat your VA like a partner, not just an employee Ways to free up time and focus on high-impact work  

Send us Fan MailMost people mistakenly think opening a salon is about the exciting stuff.The logo. The branding. The social media. The aesthetic. The “grand opening” moment.But the truth is, the things that actually determine whether your salon succeeds are usually much less glamorous.In this episode, we break down what surprises people most about running a salon, what matters less than you think, what matters far more than expected, and why consistency, systems, leadership, and hard conversations are what truly build a business.We also talk about client fit, team culture, hiring, leadership standards, and why business growth is often slower and a lot more boring than most people imagine.Your business should serve you, so that you can serve others.And that starts with focusing on what actually matters.Key TakeawaysNot every client is the right client.  Surprise and delight create stronger loyalty than discounts ever will.  Logos and aesthetics matter less than owners think.  Social media is a tool, not the foundation of a business.  Consistency creates trust with both clients and staff.  Written systems reduce repeated problems and confusion.  Reliability matters more than perfection.  Leadership behavior sets the tone for the entire salon.  Culture is built slowly through repeated standards.  Growth usually comes from small decisions repeated over time.Time Stamps00:00 — Intro + opening takes 01:00 — Not every client is worth pursuing 04:00 — Surprise and delight moments with clients 06:00 — What surprises people about running a business 07:00 — Why logos and branding matter less than you think 08:00 — Social media obsession vs real growth 10:00 — Aesthetics clients barely notice 13:00 — Consistency matters more than perfection 14:00 — Communication + team interaction 15:00 — Systems and written expectations 16:00 — Reliability over perfection 17:00 — Leadership matters more than you realize 19:00 — Standards are easy to set, hard to hold 21:00 — Your team is everything 22:00 — Everything takes longer than expected 23:00 — Hiring and building culture takes years 26:00 — Developing people and individual growth plans 28:00 — Building systems takes time 29:00 — Why business growth feels boring 31:00 — Small decisions repeated over time 32:00 — Taking emotion out of leadership 34:00 — Final thoughtsLinks and Stuff:Our Newsletter Mentoring InquiriesFind more of our things:InstagramHello Hair Pro Website

Send us Fan MailWhat if you could cut your project cost in half on day one…before a single tenant moves in? Scott Meyers sits down with developer and investor Chris Koenig to pull back the curtain on one of the most compelling niches within self-storage investing: solar-powered covered RV and boat storage. Chris has built multiple facilities across California, including a 400-unit, 200,000-square-foot Pittsburgh, California project that generates approximately $120,000 in NOI per month, plus an additional $300,000 per month selling power back to PG&E. With $80 million of real estate currently under construction and a bold new venture into private vaults and safe deposit boxes, Chris reveals the dual-revenue model, the tax credit math, the site selection rules investors miss, and why this niche is one of the stickiest asset classes in all of self-storage. If you're looking for self-storage investment strategies that create real arbitrage at the capital stack level, this episode is essential listening right now. WHAT TO LISTEN FOR6:20 How does the solar tax credit structure turn a $20 million self-storage project into a $10 million one?10:10 What does the true ROI on solar look like for self-storage investors who run the numbers correctly?14:32 How should investors think about site selection for covered RV and boat storage versus traditional self-storage?24:32 Is the solar-powered RV boat storage business model sustainable through 2026 and beyond?29:23 What is the private vault and safe deposit box opportunity that most self-storage investors are completely missing? Leave a positive rating for this podcast with one click CONNECT GUEST: CHRIS KOENIG, MANAGING MEMBER | KINGSLAND COMPANIES LLCWebsite | LinkedIn | EmailCONNECT WITH USWebsite | You Tube | Facebook | X | LinkedIn | InstagramWhite Label Storage helps self-storage owners manage their facilities like a performance business, not a guessing game. Using facility-level data and custom technology tools, the team drives smarter pricing, marketing, and operational decisions with no gut-based revenue management.Website | LinkedIn(410) 693-5166 

You'll learn: Why feeling triggered by someone you admire can point to your core values How to use your values as a filter for decisions and direction The powerful question to ask yourself beyond your business or title Need help with your own business strategy or visibility or personal brand ? Get in touch: hello@mydailybusiness.com  Connect with My Daily Business: Instagram: @mydailybusiness_ TikTok: @mydailybusiness Email: hello@mydailybusiness.com Website: mydailybusiness.com Resources mentioned: AI Monthly Chat Group for Small Business Owners My Daily Business courses - mydailybusiness.com/courses Want to get your #smallbusiness sorted in 2026? Check out our 1:1 business coaching packages from a one-off session to 6-months of coaching. Want to know more about AI and how to harness it for your small businesS? Join our new monthly AI chat for small business owners. You can join anytime at www.mydailybusiness.com/AIchat Try out my fave AI tool, Poppy AI here and use discount code FIONA. We also love Descript. Connect and get in touch with My Daily Business via our shop, freebies, award-winning books, Instagram and Tik Tok.

Send me a text message and get your questions answered on the podcast! I'd love to hear from you! How to Start Consulting While Working Full-Time | 6 Mistakes Keeping Women StuckAre you trying to start a consulting business while working full-time—but still feel stuck?In this episode of Black Girls Consult TOO!, we break down the 6 biggest mistakes keeping smart, qualified women from building momentum in consulting.If you've already started consulting but progress feels slow, inconsistent, or unclear, this video is for you.We cover:✔ How to start consulting while employed✔ Why qualified women stay stuck in consulting✔ How to build momentum while working full-time✔ Mistakes women make starting consulting businesses✔ How to get consulting clients and grow faster✔ Why expertise alone doesn't create tractionIf you're a professional woman ready to turn your expertise into a profitable consulting business, this conversation will help.Ready for support building your offer, pricing, and pipeline? Learn more about Revenue Runway below.https://drangelinadavis.myflodesk.com/rrwaitlist

Send us Fan MailThere's a strange phase of growth that a lot of driven people hit but rarely talk about: you're proud of your progress, but something in you still feels like you're not doing enough.In this episode of The Mindset Café, we break down the tension between gratitude and ambition, why progress can still feel heavy, and how high performers often move the goalpost so fast that they never let themselves feel the win. We also talk about the difference between healthy hunger and toxic dissatisfaction, how to measure progress the right way, and how to stay grounded without getting complacent.If you've been in that weird middle,  not where you started, not where you want to be, this episode will help you make sense of it.Support the showThanks for listening & being part of the Mindset Cafe Community.----------------------------------------------Follow On Instagram https://www.instagram.com/devan.gonzalez/Let me know what topics or questions you want covered so we can help you achieve your goals faster.----------------------------------------------Are you taking the right supplements to maximize your mind and body in fitness & health. Take a FREE Quiz to see if you are.> FREE QUIZ

Send us Fan MailWhat if the version of success you've been chasing… is the very thing burning you out?In this powerful and honest conversation, Angela sits down with Chantell Preston—CEO, board member, and mom of three—to unpack the truth about “having it all,” why so many high-achieving moms feel exhausted, and what it really looks like to lead a business and a life with more clarity, calm, and compassion.If you've ever felt like you're doing everything “right” but it still feels heavy… this episode is for you.Together, we explore how to release perfectionism, lead without burnout, and redefine success in a way that actually supports your life as a mom—not competes with it.In This Episode, You'll Learn: Why the idea of “having it all” is keeping mom entrepreneurs stuck and overwhelmed  How to lead your business—even on the days you're not at 100%  The role of emotional intelligence in building strong, connected teams (and families)  How to stop saying yes to everything without guilt  Practical ways to reduce the invisible load using support, systems, and even AI  Why making your life easier is not “cheating”—it's strategic  How to move from burnout and pressure to calm, grounded leadership Reflective Question:What would change in your business and your life if you stopped measuring success by exhaustion… and started measuring it by how supported you feel?

Send us Fan MailCould the next frontier of commercial real estate investing be hiding right next to the self-storage facilities you already know? Scott Meyers welcomes Cody Payne, a small bay flex space specialist, investment sales broker, and founder of FlexParks USA, for a candid conversation about one of the fastest-growing asset classes in commercial real estate. With 20 years in the industry and a team specializing exclusively in small bay industrial leasing and investment sales across the US and Canada, Cody pulls back the curtain on what FlexParks really are, who's in them, what's driving demand, and why self-storage investors are uniquely positioned to capitalize. If you're already in self-storage and thinking about diversification, this episode delivers the blueprint. WHAT TO LISTEN FOR3:03 What is small bay flex space and how does it differ from traditional self-storage?6:14 What is really driving the explosive demand for flex park space right now?13:45 What are the most common mistakes new flex park owners make during development and operations?18:31 What does an ideal flex park site look like and how do you identify the right unit mix?23:58 How can self-storage investors get started in small bay flex and what resources does Cody Payne offer?Leave a positive rating for this podcast with one click CONNECT GUEST: CODY PAYNE, FOUNDER AND MANAGING PARTNER OF FLEX PARKS USAWebsite | LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Flex Space Domination Book  CONNECT WITH USWebsite | You Tube | Facebook | X | LinkedIn | Instagram Follow so you never miss a NEW episode! Leave us an honest rating and review on Apple or Spotify.White Label Storage helps self-storage owners manage their facilities like a performance business, not a guessing game. Using facility-level data and custom technology tools, the team drives smarter pricing, marketing, and operational decisions with no gut-based revenue management.Website | LinkedIn(410) 693-5166 

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Spartan Leadership, Josh sits down with Andy Clark — bestselling author, business strategist, and creator of The Whole PIE System™, a framework that helps small-business owners build companies that are more profitable, more impactful, and actually enjoyable to run.Josh and Andy go beyond the “business framework” and dig into the man behind it: the tradeoffs, breakdowns, and convictions that led Andy to redesign his life and work around profit, impact, and enjoyment instead of endless hustle. They explore the $500K–$5M bottleneck, the hidden costs of firefighting, and why enjoyment is a serious metric for leaders who want a business that serves their life, not the other way around.You'll hear candid stories about fear, clarity, and calling; how structure creates freedom for both owners and their families; and what legacy Andy wants to leave as a husband, father, and guide to small-business leaders.

What you'll learn in this episode: ● The “no BS” reason behind why you make sales ● How to discover and define your personal compass ● How to identify your natural superpowers and use them in your business ● The easiest way to align your skills with the right sales strategies ● How to stay accountable to your goals through purpose and gratitude  

Jeff Dudan's free digital copy of his book: https://podcast.homefrontbrands.com/en-us/discernment Are you running a good business when a great one is within your reach? In this episode of Franchise Friday, Jeff Dudan - founder of Homefront Brands and operator across 8 franchise brands with over 800 franchise owners - breaks down the 4 Cs that trap small business owners at the first level of success: Comfort, Competence, Commitment, and Capital. Jeff explains why comfort is the most dangerous place a business owner can be, how your greatest strengths may actually be capping your growth, what true commitment looks like when you're willing to remove distractions and train like a business athlete, and why capital is easy when your fundamentals are right - but impossible when they're broken. He closes with a powerful concept from Dr. Ben Carson on personal responsibility and the internal locus of control that separates operators who reach their potential from those who hand their power to external circumstances. Whether you're a franchise owner, small business owner, entrepreneur, or someone evaluating your first business investment, this episode will challenge you to stop operating on cruise control and start building something truly great.

Okay guys. I need to talk about what's actually going on underneath all of that quiet self-doubt.Because I think a lot of you are sitting in 2026 telling yourself a story that your business isn't working. And I want to pull that apart today.In this episode, I'm sharing two client stories that stopped me in my tracks - and what they prove about the one thing separating the people who are thriving right now from the ones still waiting for the right moment.Spoiler: it's not your strategy.Listen to this if you've been going through the motions and wondering why nothing's shifting.

What you'll learn in this episode: ● How to turn one client into multiple transactions ● Why genuine connection is the most powerful marketing strategy ● The mindset shift that builds lifetime loyalty ● How to create low-cost, high-impact touchpoints ● Why contribution and consistency guarantee referrals    

This is something that a lot of business owners don't want to hear. And if you're one of them, then you especially need to hear it.    The easy way is the easiest way to keep wasting time and money.    Ready to choose a better way?    Tom Ferry's Coaching doesn't make the things you do easier — it makes YOU more capable of doing hard things with less pain.    And it guarantees that your hard work pays off.    Schedule a free consultation now to learn what I mean.

I'm peeling back the curtain on the personal business mindset principles that keep me from spiralling into a stress-fueled mess. Let's be real—most of you are out here looking for a prescriptive "right way" to do business, but business isn't a formula. It's an art. If you're tired of feeling dysregulated and overwhelmed by the noise, it's time to stop looking for a template and start becoming an expert on yourself. Listen in as I share how I act as my own "bodyguard" to protect my creative essence and relaxation. I'm breaking down why "context switching" is the silent killer of your productivity and how you can make more money by doing way less. We're ditching the idea that business has to be serious or hard, and instead, we're pimping out the journey to be the most epic, comfy, and interesting experience possible. Here's a glance at what you'll learn from me in this episode: The Expertise of You: Why the most valuable time you spend in business is becoming an expert on your own sabotages, joys, and preferences. The Future-Self Hack: How to project yourself into your "future badass" state to realize that today's problems are just child's play. The Context Switching Trap: Why working eight hours can actually be less effective than two hours of true, deep focus. The "Me-Sized" Business: How to stop following templates that don't suit you and start innovating based on how you want your life to feel. Emotional Stability 101: Why your business is not responsible for your happiness and how to stay "chilling" even when the numbers are wild. Allocating Fucks Wisely: How to protect your energy from the "atrocious" news of the world so you actually have the power to create change in your own community. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 00:34 Why these mindset principles are specifically for the easily stressed 01:54 The "One Question" beneath every business inquiry 04:49 Rule #1: Why today's stress is just "child's play" to your future self 06:50 "I don't stress about things for free": Acting as your own bodyguard 08:06 Rule #2: The natural power of working on one thing at a time 11:35 Organizing your life into creative, managerial, and deep work modes 13:54 Rule #3: Rejecting the idea that business must be "serious or hard" 15:52 The secret of innovators: Every "necessary" method was just an experiment 17:34 Rule #4: Why your business isn't responsible for your emotional stability Links Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachelbell/ Work of Art Website: https://workofartpodcast.com/