Podcasts about dcbkk

Dan and Ian discuss the importance of three key executive roles—CEO, COO, and CFO—within bootstrapped businesses, emphasizing the need for founders to embrace responsibilities beyond visionary tasks. They share insights from this year's DCBKK and a sneak peek into the upcoming DC Black event in New York. (00:00:22) Welcome and Introduction (00:01:03) The Three Hats of Bootstrapping (00:09:51) Trends from DCBKK Event (00:12:34) The Importance of Financial Planning (00:19:30) LinkedIn as a Top Funnel Tool (00:22:50) Reflections and Future Events Useful links: Access our free business resources (https://tropicalmba.com/subscribe) Connect with other entrepreneurs (https://dynamitecircle.com/join-dc/) Coaching for $250K+ founders (https://dynamitecircle.com/dc-accelerator) Community for 1M+ founders (https://dynamitecircle.com/dc-black) Hire remote talent (https://remotefirstrecruiting.com/) Find a remote job (https://dynamitejobs.com/) Past guests on TMBA include Cal Newport, David Heinemeier Hannson, Seth Godin, Ricardo Semler, Noah Kagan, Rob Walling, Jay Clouse, Einar Vollset, Sam Dogan, Gino Wickam, James Clear, Jodie Cook, Mark Webster, Steph Smith, Taylor Pearson, Tommy Griffith, Justin Tan, Matt Gartland, Travis Jamison, Ayman Al-Abdullah, Tynan, Lucy Bella Simkins, Brian Balfour, Nick Huber, Mike Michalowicz, Greg Crabtree, Jordan Gal Additional episodes you might enjoy: $30K a Month on Upwork in Less Than 2 Years (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/30k-a-month-2-years) “You're Gonna Mess It Up The Way Everybody Messes It Up” (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/everybody-messes-it-up) “When is my LTV good enough?” + Founder Mode for Bootstrappers (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/ltv-good-enough) $100K MRR in 12 Months… Can They Do It? (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/100k-mrr-12-months)

Dan and Ian talk to 100s of listeners a year via 1:1 coaching. In this episode they distill those calls into 4 breakthrough ideas that can change your quarter for the better. Newsletter subscribers will get our GPS (Goals/Plans/Systems) worksheet. Sign up for the newsletter. (https://tropicalmba.com/subscribe) Takeaways ● Be sure you pack enough underwear for your next trip abroad. ● Getting aligned on goals is easy, but aligning on plans is hard. ● Hiring should be based on unique business needs, not generic roles. ● Confidence is essential for entrepreneurs, especially in challenging times. ● Discipline in financial management is crucial for sustainable growth. ● Regularly reviewing financials helps maintain business health. ● Accountability in coaching can drive significant progress. ● Sacrifices are often necessary to achieve business goals. ● Effective hiring requires a clear understanding of ROI. ● Facing reality and challenges can build confidence. ● Entrepreneurship allows for a lifestyle designed by personal choice. In honor of traveling to DCBKK this week, here's Dan's original packing list (https://tropicalmba.com/articles/digital-nomad-packing-lis/) from 2010. And an updated list (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/packing) in 2015. Is it time for a new list? Chapters - (00:00:59) Dan's Packing List Ahead of DCBKK - (00:02:28) 4 Breakthroughs From Our Coaching Calls - (00:05:20) The Importance of Goal Alignment - (00:09:54) Hiring for Unique Situations - (00:16:36) Good Confidence vs Bad Confidence - (00:21:03) Discipline in Entrepreneurship Useful links: Access our free business resources (https://tropicalmba.com/subscribe) Connect with other entrepreneurs (https://dynamitecircle.com/join-dc/) Coaching for $250K+ founders (https://dynamitecircle.com/dc-accelerator) Community for 1M+ founders (https://dynamitecircle.com/dc-black) Hire remote talent (https://remotefirstrecruiting.com/) Find a remote job (https://dynamitejobs.com/) Past guests on TMBA include Cal Newport, David Heinemeier Hannson, Seth Godin, Ricardo Semler, Noah Kagan, Rob Walling, Jay Clouse, Einar Vollset, Sam Dogan, Gino Wickam, James Clear, Jodie Cook, Mark Webster, Steph Smith, Taylor Pearson, Tommy Griffith, Justin Tan, Matt Gartland, Travis Jamison, Ayman Al-Abdullah, Tynan, Lucy Bella Simkins, Brian Balfour, Nick Huber, Mike Michalowicz, Greg Crabtree, Jordan Gal Additional episodes you might enjoy: $30K a Month on Upwork in Less Than 2 Years (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/30k-a-month-2-years) “You're Gonna Mess It Up The Way Everybody Messes It Up” (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/everybody-messes-it-up) “When is my LTV good enough?” + Founder Mode for Bootstrappers (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/ltv-good-enough) $100K MRR in 12 Months… Can They Do It? (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/100k-mrr-12-months)

Go from being trapped in the job you've built for yourself to building a wealth-generating machine. Dan & Ian challenge service businesses to determine their LTV to CAC ratio so they can improve their cashflow and run a “real” business that gives them the lifestyle they want. Calculating the LTV to CAC ratio may sound hard (and boring), but it's no harder than solving all those other things you're struggling with in your business. Also, Dan's hot take on the digital nomad ratio and being “relatively” wealthy. Plus, one lucky listener (and email subscriber) will win a free ticket to this year's DCBKK (over $1,000 value) in October. Details on how to enter in this week's newsletter. Subscribe to the TMBA newsletter. (https://tropicalmba.com/subscribe) Connect with us: Dan: @TropicalMBA (https://twitter.com/TropicalMBA) or dan@tropicalmba.com Ian: @AnythingIa (https://twitter.com/AnythingIan)n or ian@tropicalmba.com Chapters: (00:01:00) Free Ticket to Our Next Event (00:04:49) Business Breakdown Series (00:06:50) Understanding the LTV to CAC Ratio (00:08:08) Scaling a Service Business (00:18:33) Lifestyle Business vs Real Business (00:20:40) Easier to Run a Real Business (00:26:00) Understanding Key Metrics (00:29:47) High Fidelity Problem-Solving (00:35:03) The Digital Nomad Ratio (00:36:10) Living Like the Wealthy Useful links: Connect with other entrepreneurs (https://dynamitecircle.com/join-dc/) Coaching for $250K+ founders (https://dynamitecircle.com/dc-accelerator) Community for 1M+ founders (https://dynamitecircle.com/dc-black) Hire remote talent (https://remotefirstrecruiting.com/) Find a remote job (https://dynamitejobs.com/) Listen on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@OfficialTropicalMBA) Follow us on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/tropicalmba/) Past guests on TMBA include Cal Newport, David Heinemeier Hannson, Seth Godin, Ricardo Semler, Noah Kagan, Rob Walling, Jay Clouse, Einar Vollset, Sam Dogan, Gino Wickam, James Clear, Jodie Cook, Mark Webster, Steph Smith, Taylor Pearson, Tommy Griffith, Justin Tan, Matt Gartland, Travis Jamison, Ayman Al-Abdullah, Tynan, Lucy Bella Simkins, Brian Balfour, Nick Huber, Mike Michalowicz, Greg Crabtree, Jordan Gal Additional episodes you might enjoy: “3 Million in Revenue is a Death Zone" - Financial Strategy with Greg Crabtree (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/3-million-death-zone) The Anti-Agency Agency + High ROI Customer Acquisition (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/anti-agency-high-roi) The Secret Weapon to Pricing Power (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/secret-weapon-pricing-power)

As 2023 comes to a close, Dan & Ian reflect on how their business did in 2023 and share some of their favorite moments from the year. They'll also talk about what makes a compelling offer, the “non-obvious ways” to grow your business in 2024, and why you should dream bigger than the numbers when goal setting. But first, Dan shares the top business books and podcast episodes that inspired him this year just in time for your holiday travels. Dan & Ian's Stuff: The Newsletter (https://tropicalmba.com/subscribe) “The DC” (https://dynamitecircle.com/join-dc/) DC Black (https://dynamitecircle.com/dc-black) Global events (https://dynamitecircle.com/events) Hire remote talent (https://remotefirstrecruiting.com/) Find a remote job (https://dynamitejobs.com/) Listen on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@OfficialTropicalMBA) Follow on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/tropicalmba/) @TropicalMBA (https://twitter.com/TropicalMBA) @AnythingIan (https://twitter.com/AnythingIan) Show Notes: (00:00:50) Intro (00:01:57) Dan's favorite business books in 2023 (00:08:37) The podcast episodes that inspired business decisions this year (00:13:15) Gift list for entrepreneurs (00:19:36) An undervalued business-improving idea that anyone can do (00:31:09) Why did our tweet go viral? Our search for speakers and facilitators is turning into quite the contest (00:40:22) Our new product and how you can copy it (00:44:31) 2023 business updates (00:47:41) Favorite moments from the year Links: - DC Mexico tickets (https://dynamitecircle.com/event-collection/dcmexico-2024) - DC Black Facilitator position (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1g3xhYYZ2TaqK0FnTkM8fCFQ7XfqLUeY-waKQAChlYso/edit) - DC conversation cards (https://twitter.com/TropicalMBA/status/1737135545237520450?s=20) Past guests on TMBA include Cal Newport, David Heinemeier Hannson, Seth Godin, Ricardo Semler, Noah Kagan, Rob Walling, Jay Clouse, Einar Vollset, Sam Dogan, Gino Wickam, James Clear, Jodie Cook, Mark Webster, Steph Smith, Taylor Pearson, Tommy Griffith, Justin Tan, Matt Gartland, Travis Jamison, Ayman Al-Abdullah, Tynan, Lucy Bella Simkins, Brian Balfour, Nick Huber Additional episodes you might enjoy: End-of-Year Brainstorming, Goal-Setting, and a Mexico Meltdown (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/end-of-year-brainstorming) What is the Michael Jordan of Business Models? (https://open.spotify.com/episode/7hFJQOO1u8bLaGhgYoYcuh?si=c84515d1ce834f02&nd=1&dlsi=4311cf9394564648) Insights from DCBKK 2023: The UI vs API of a Location, How Bootstrappers Are Getting Wealthy, 2024 Business Strategy, and More (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/dcbkk-2023)

Dan & Ian unravel the complexities of job titles and organizational frustrations post-DC Black event, offering solutions through org chart brainstorming, a new business idea, and how much you should be investing into networking strategies based on your income. Plus, see what UI and API score they give NYC after spending the weekend there. Dan & Ian's Stuff: The Newsletter (https://tropicalmba.com/subscribe) “The DC” (https://dynamitecircle.com/join-dc/) DC Black (https://dynamitecircle.com/dc-black) Global events (https://dynamitecircle.com/events) Hire remote talent (https://remotefirstrecruiting.com/) Find a remote job (https://dynamitejobs.com/) Listen on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@OfficialTropicalMBA) Follow on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/tropicalmba/) @TropicalMBA (https://twitter.com/TropicalMBA) @AnythingIan (https://twitter.com/AnythingIan) Show Notes - 0:00:59 Intro - 0:08:05 UI & API score for NYC - 0:11:01 The danger of inaccurate titles for employees - 0:18:55 How to use org charts as a brainstorming tool - 0:25:47 New business idea: Be the money person - 0:28:46 How much $$ to invest in your network - 0:37:21 Meet us in Mexico in May Links: Get your tickets to DC MEXICO 2024 (http://dynamitecircle.com/news-and-blog/dc-mexico-2024) Jeremy Giffon on Invest Like the Best (https://open.spotify.com/episode/0Vdv5i250hF6EfzOTML9RE) Past guests on TMBA include Cal Newport, David Heinemeier Hannson, Seth Godin, Ricardo Semler, Noah Kagan, Rob Walling, Jay Clouse, Einar Vollset, Sam Dogan, Gino Wickam, James Clear, Jodie Cook, Mark Webster, Steph Smith, Taylor Pearson, Tommy Griffith, Justin Tan, Matt Gartland, Travis Jamison, Ayman Al-Abdullah, Tynan, Lucy Bella Simkins, Brian Balfour, Nick Huber, Dana Lindahl, Anthony Fasano, Adam Palmeter Additional episodes you might enjoy: Insights from DCBKK 2023: The UI vs API of a Location, How Bootstrappers Are Getting Wealthy, 2024 Business Strategy, and More (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/dcbkk-2023) The Freedom Line, 7+ Figure Founders, and Extended DCBKK Recap (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/dcbkk-recap-2023) What is the Michael Jordan of Business Models? (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/michael-jordan-business-model)

In this special Tuesday edition of the pod, Dan & Ian make the hard sell for listeners to meet them in Mexico. If you're into five-star resorts, good food, frosty drinks, and nerding out about your business, consider this your official invite. Dan & Ian's Stuff: The Newsletter (https://tropicalmba.com/subscribe) “The DC” (https://dynamitecircle.com/join-dc/) DC Black (https://dynamitecircle.com/dc-black) Global events (https://dynamitecircle.com/events) Hire remote talent (https://remotefirstrecruiting.com/) Find a remote job (https://dynamitejobs.com/) Listen on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@OfficialTropicalMBA) Follow on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/tropicalmba/) @TropicalMBA (https://twitter.com/TropicalMBA) @AnythingIan (https://twitter.com/AnythingIan) Show notes: (00:00:00) Intro (00:00:57) Meet us in Mexico Links: Get your tickets to DC MEXICO 2024 (https://dynamitecircle.com/news-and-blog/dc-mexico-2024) Past guests on TMBA include Cal Newport, David Heinemeier Hannson, Seth Godin, Ricardo Semler, Noah Kagan, Rob Walling, Jay Clouse, Einar Vollset, Sam Dogan, Gino Wickam, James Clear, Jodie Cook, Mark Webster, Steph Smith, Taylor Pearson, Tommy Griffith, Justin Tan, Matt Gartland, Travis Jamison, Ayman Al-Abdullah, Tynan, Lucy Bella Simkins, Brian Balfour, Nick Huber Additional episodes you might enjoy: Insights from DCBKK 2023: The UI vs API of a Location, How Bootstrappers Are Getting Wealthy, 2024 Business Strategy, and More (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/dcbkk-2023) The Freedom Line, 7+ Figure Founders, and Extended DCBKK Recap (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/dcbkk-recap-2023) What is the Michael Jordan of Business Models? (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/michael-jordan-business-model)

This week Dan & Ian talk about a topic that came up countless times at this year's DCBKK: Whether to exit or stay in your business. They'll revisit frameworks from their book Before The Exit and discuss how to figure out what's best for your business. After that, Dan chats with DCBKK Master of Ceremonies Adam Palmeter about his experience at this year's event compared to years past. Dan & Ian's Stuff: The Newsletter (https://tropicalmba.com/subscribe) “The DC” (https://dynamitecircle.com/join-dc/) DC Black (https://dynamitecircle.com/dc-black) Global events (https://dynamitecircle.com/events) Hire remote talent (https://remotefirstrecruiting.com/) Find a remote job (https://dynamitejobs.com/) Listen on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@OfficialTropicalMBA) Follow on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/tropicalmba/) @TropicalMBA (https://twitter.com/TropicalMBA) @AnythingIan (https://twitter.com/AnythingIan) Links: Apply for DC Black (https://dynamitecircle.com/dc-black) DCBKK Recap Video Sam Corcos on Tim Ferriss (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MtrkDoQFArU) Adam Palmeter (https://adampalmeter.com/) Past guests on TMBA include Cal Newport, David Heinemeier Hannson, Seth Godin, Ricardo Semler, Noah Kagan, Rob Walling, Jay Clouse, Einar Vollset, Sam Dogan, Gino Wickam, James Clear, Jodie Cook, Mark Webster, Steph Smith, Taylor Pearson, Tommy Griffith, Justin Tan, Matt Gartland, Travis Jamison, Ayman Al-Abdullah, Tynan, Lucy Bella Simkins, Brian Balfour, Nick Huber, Dana Lindahl, Anthony Fasano, Adam Palmeter Additional episodes you might enjoy: Insights from DCBKK 2023: The UI vs API of a Location, How Bootstrappers Are Getting Wealthy, 2024 Business Strategy, and More (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/dcbkk-2023) 5 Things Founders Often Misunderstand about Exiting Their Business (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/5-things-to-know-when-exiting-your-business) Dissecting the American Dream & Business Lessons from the Elon Musk Bio (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/american-dream-lessons)

Dan & Ian are back in Austin and have fully recovered from what was the biggest event in DC history: DCBKK 2023. Over 400 entrepreneurs gathered in the world-class city of Bangkok to swap stories, participate in masterminds, and fuel each other to reach new business heights in 2024. In the episode, they covered many topics, including a framework for analyzing locations by their UI versus API, why Thailand's UI beats America, and what's next for DC Black, a community for 7 & 8-figure founders. Dan & Ian also share their biggest conference takeaways, some of their business strategy for 2024, and three trends happening in the community and the industry at large. Stick around for some of their favorite stories from DCBKK 2023. Dan & Ian's Stuff: The Newsletter (https://tropicalmba.com/subscribe) “The DC” (https://dynamitecircle.com/join-dc/) DC Black (https://dynamitecircle.com/dc-black) Global events (https://dynamitecircle.com/events) Hire remote talent (https://remotefirstrecruiting.com/) Find a remote job (https://dynamitejobs.com/) Listen on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@OfficialTropicalMBA) Follow on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/tropicalmba/) @TropicalMBA (https://twitter.com/TropicalMBA) @AnythingIan (https://twitter.com/AnythingIan) Show notes: (00:01:42) Intro (00:02:32) The UI vs API of a location (00:15:06) DC Black re-opens (00:19:09) Conference woes and funny stories (00:24:14) Pulling the CEO card backfires (00:32:39) We have a branding problem (00:35:27) We had the horsepower to run an epic event (00:36:40) The space is more competitive than ever (00:39:35) Increased financialization in the bootstrapping space (00:43:58) It's time for the 3,000 day principle (00:48:15) Favorite DCBKK stories Links: Apply for DC Black (https://dynamitecircle.com/dc-black) Does the American Dream Still Make Sense? (https://rameerez.com/does-the-american-dream-still-make-sense/) What's Up With Austin? (https://perell.com/essay/whats-up-with-austin/) Past guests on TMBA include Cal Newport, David Heinemeier Hannson, Seth Godin, Ricardo Semler, Noah Kagan, Rob Walling, Jay Clouse, Einar Vollset, Sam Dogan, Gino Wickam, James Clear, Jodie Cook, Mark Webster, Steph Smith, Taylor Pearson, Tommy Griffith, Justin Tan, Matt Gartland, Travis Jamison, Ayman Al-Abdullah, Tynan, Lucy Bella Simkins, Brian Balfour, Nick Huber Additional episodes you might enjoy: 4 types of business coaches for 7+ figure founders and reflecting on our 15-year partnership (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/15-year-partnership) Dissecting the American Dream & Business Lessons from the Elon Musk Bio (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/american-dream-lessons) Brian Balfour's $33M Growth Insights: Product-Market Fit, Durability, & Knowing Your Natural Limits (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/33mil-growth-insights)

Ian and Dan agree that partnerships can create polarized outcomes, either leading to a successful collaboration or a complete failure, depending on a few essential factors they've learned over the years. Find out whether they think business partnerships are a net positive or negative amongst the most successful businesses we've seen, and why every partnership would benefit from a business coach. Stick around for a free business idea ripe for the taking. Dan & Ian's Stuff: The Newsletter (https://tropicalmba.com/subscribe) “The DC” (https://dynamitecircle.com/join-dc/) DC Black (https://dynamitecircle.com/dc-black) Global events (https://dynamitecircle.com/events) Hire remote talent (https://remotefirstrecruiting.com/) Find a remote job (https://dynamitejobs.com/) Listen on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@OfficialTropicalMBA) Follow on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/tropicalmba/) @TropicalMBA (https://twitter.com/TropicalMBA) @AnythingIan (https://twitter.com/AnythingIan) Show notes: - 0:00:43 Intro - 0:02:09 Who speaks at DCBKK? - 0:02:31 Why getting in the right room can be the best thing you ever do - 0:06:36 The highs and lows of business partnerships and if it's right for you - 0:07:29 Pros and cons of 50/50 partnerships - 0:07:41 Questions to ask yourself before you get a business partner - 0:21:19 Dan's experience with business coaches takes a positive turn - 0:25:46 How business coaches can help your business partnership - 0:26:08 Types of business coaches and their roles - 0:30:56 Here's a free business idea - 0:31:47 Tell us how you did it on the TMBA podcast - 0:32:17 Shout out to DCBKK sponsors Links: Mark Zhang (https://www.linkedin.com/in/markxzhang/) Einar Vollset (https://twitter.com/einarvollset) Lucy Simkins (https://twitter.com/LucyBellaEarl) Patt Flynn (https://twitter.com/PatFlynn) Internet Business Mastery (https://www.internetbusinessmastery.com/) - DCBKK (https://dynamitecircle.com/event-collection/dcbkk-2023) is happening next week - DC Black (https://dynamitecircle.com/dc-black) reopens in November Past guests on TMBA include Cal Newport, David Heinemeier Hannson, Seth Godin, Ricardo Semler, Noah Kagan, Rob Walling, Jay Clouse, Einar Vollset, Sam Dogan, Gino Wickam, James Clear, Jodie Cook, Mark Webster, Steph Smith, Taylor Pearson, Tommy Griffith, Justin Tan, Matt Gartland, Travis Jamison, Ayman Al-Abdullah, Tynan, Lucy Bella Simkins, Brian Balfour, Nick Huber Additional episodes you might enjoy: Business Partnerships and 6-Figure Launches: A Conversation with Mark Webster (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/business-partnerships-6-figure-launches) TMBA 693: 5 Things We've Learnt From Speaking With 50 Business Owners (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/5-things-from-50-business-owners) Brian Balfour's $33M Growth Insights: Product-Market Fit, Durability, & Knowing Your Natural Limits (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/33mil-growth-insights)

This week, Dan & Ian talk about the early days of digital nomadism, what it says about the future, and how to spot new opportunities in life and business. They'll also explore new topics like compound startup theory, why focus can steer you in the wrong direction, and whether TikTok is the blue ocean Amazon was in 2014. Stay tuned to learn about the new AI feature, enabling founders to make connections more swiftly than ever. All this and more in today's fully booked episode, so buckle up and charge your earbuds. Dan & Ian's Stuff: The Newsletter (https://tropicalmba.com/subscribe) “The DC” (https://dynamitecircle.com/join-dc/) DC Black (https://dynamitecircle.com/dc-black) Global events (https://dynamitecircle.com/events) Hire remote talent (https://remotefirstrecruiting.com/) Find a remote job (https://dynamitejobs.com/) Listen on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@OfficialTropicalMBA) Follow on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/tropicalmba/) @TropicalMBA (https://twitter.com/TropicalMBA) @AnythingIan (https://twitter.com/AnythingIan) Show Notes: 0:00:44 Intro 0:02:48 Childhood lessons that helped us succeed in business 0:08:35 The biggest DCBKK in history 0:10:51 Dan & Ian's travel tips & never agains 0:13:25 The new AI feature that helps you connect with relevant founders instantly 0:16:00 Is TikTok what Amazon was in 2014? 0:20:36 The problem with limiting definitions and the theory of the compound startup 0:28:18 Reacting to Steph Smith's take on the history of digital nomadism 0:30:18 A brief history of digital nomadism from our perspective 0:45:52 What does the future look like for digital nomadism? 0:48:38 Why understanding key trends ahead of their time can make for a highly successful business Links: The Secret (https://www.amazon.com/Secret-Rhonda-Byrne/dp/1847370292/ref=asc_df_1847370292/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=343187902048&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=13419185491195641939&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9028277&hvtargid=pla-318206917580&psc=1&tag=&ref=&adgrpid=66484626902&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvadid=343187902048&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=13419185491195641939&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9028277&hvtargid=pla-318206917580) Dave's Vice segment about dumpster diving (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iR6XFDAfLuk) Dave's business (https://www.buffalobottlecraft.com/) - Herb Kelleher on Founders (https://open.spotify.com/episode/1gItcgy8FHgOF46TiEjKBL?si=ea68855e8b9c49e0) The Elon Musk biography (https://www.amazon.com/Elon-Musk-Walter-Isaacson/dp/1982181281/ref=asc_df_1982181281/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=658715255517&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=17403256148468025508&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9028277&hvtargid=pla-2273195873232&psc=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwgsqoBhBNEiwAwe5w0_Gqotj7nmjvYjFfde0GI_2jCNCQNu6co-Q2PCqA8iskrxbNemtf9BoCSvkQAvD_BwE) Steph's episode (https://open.spotify.com/episode/1zB29YPDEA8GprPU5pRs7Y?si=47981881a9fd4a5a) TMBA History of Digital Nomadism (https://open.spotify.com/episode/5bF2L6M2rTgcZfXhQNyK6O?si=8a9yWNoBSTevLUIHXotYmA) James Clarke's Full History (https://www.nomadicnotes.com/digital-nomad-history/) Past guests on TMBA include Cal Newport, David Heinemeier Hannson, Seth Godin, Ricardo Semler, Noah Kagan, Rob Walling, Jay Clouse, Einar Vollset, Sam Dogan, Gino Wickam, James Clear, Jodie Cook, Mark Webster, Steph Smith, Taylor Pearson, Tommy Griffith, Justin Tan, Matt Gartland, Travis Jamison, Ayman Al-Abdullah, Tynan, Lucy Bella Simkins, Brian Balfour, Nick Huber Additional episodes you might enjoy: The History of Digital Nomadism (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/digital-nomadism-history) Digital Nomad Cities for 2023 and Choosing Between ‘Scaling Up' And ‘Traction' (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/digital-nomad-cities-2023) Brian Balfour's $33M Growth Insights: Product-Market Fit, Durability, & Knowing Your Natural Limits (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/33mil-growth-insights)

Dan & Ian react to a viral article that asks the question: Does the American Dream still make sense in 2023? They point to the internationality of the concept, and muse about how the American Dream is changing and how it's particularly relevant to digital nomads and founders. Dan also gives a rundown of the Elon Musk bio and extracts the business lessons he gleaned from the book. Lastly, with DCBKK less than a month away, Dan & Ian reminisce about why they started this event in Bangkok over 10 years ago, and why it's still worth the trip. Dan & Ian's Stuff: The Newsletter (https://tropicalmba.com/subscribe) “The DC” (https://dynamitecircle.com/join-dc/) DC Black (https://dynamitecircle.com/dc-black) Global events (https://dynamitecircle.com/events) Hire remote talent (https://remotefirstrecruiting.com/) Find a remote job (https://dynamitejobs.com/) Listen on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@OfficialTropicalMBA) Follow on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/tropicalmba/) @TropicalMBA (https://twitter.com/TropicalMBA) @AnythingIan (https://twitter.com/AnythingIan) Show Notes: 0:03:12 You can find community in different places - hobbies, church, work, or the DC 0:08:04 The reason we went to Asia and not Silicon Valley back in the day 0:10:20 Is Asia the land of opportunity? 0:14:47 Choosing the prestigious career track or the DIY track 0:16:22 What's going on with DC Black? Our community for 7 & 8-figure founders. 0:21:20 Breakdown of the Elon Musk bio and The Algorithm 0:33:32 Does the American Dream still make sense? Links: Does the American Dream still make sense? (https://rameerez.com/does-the-american-dream-still-make-sense/) The Elon Musk biography (https://www.amazon.com/Elon-Musk-Walter-Isaacson/dp/1982181281/ref=asc_df_1982181281/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=658715255517&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=17403256148468025508&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9028277&hvtargid=pla-2273195873232&psc=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwgsqoBhBNEiwAwe5w0_Gqotj7nmjvYjFfde0GI_2jCNCQNu6co-Q2PCqA8iskrxbNemtf9BoCSvkQAvD_BwE) Past guests on TMBA include Cal Newport, David Heinemeier Hannson, Seth Godin, Ricardo Semler, Noah Kagan, Rob Walling, Jay Clouse, Einar Vollset, Sam Dogan, Gino Wickam, James Clear, Jodie Cook, Mark Webster, Steph Smith, Taylor Pearson, Tommy Griffith, Justin Tan, Matt Gartland, Travis Jamison, Ayman Al-Abdullah, Tynan, Lucy Bella Simkins, Brian Balfour Additional episodes you might enjoy: Moving Back to America… Was it Worth It? (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/personality-disorders-and-making-money-krd4l) Brian Balfour's $33M Growth Insights: Product-Market Fit, Durability, & Knowing Your Natural Limits (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/33mil-growth-insights) Millions for Podcasts and Jay Clouse on Memberships (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/jay-clouse-on-memberships)

Dan raises the question: if you only had to implement one simple framework to improve your business, what would it be? In other words, what's your minimum effective dose of operational practices? Sometimes–most of the time–one simple change can make a huge difference. Today's guest represents this line of thinking to a T. Lydia Machova talks about the ROI of spending a month implementing one simple idea, developing an integrator/visionary relationship, and the minimum effective dose of operational practices that improved her business. Lastly, Dan & Lydia talk about how founders often confuse assistance with delegation and how Lydia built an operating system that empowers her team to take ownership, solve problems, and send fewer Slack messages. Dan & Ian's Stuff: The Newsletter (https://tropicalmba.com/subscribe) “The DC” (https://dynamitecircle.com/join-dc/) DC Black (https://dynamitecircle.com/dc-black) Global events (https://dynamitecircle.com/events) Hire remote talent (https://remotefirstrecruiting.com/) Find a remote job (https://dynamitejobs.com/) Listen on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHPBISaCA5pVb_U1dq088KA) Follow on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/tropicalmba/) @TropicalMBA (https://twitter.com/TropicalMBA) @AnythingIan (https://twitter.com/AnythingIan) Show Notes: 0:00:00 Intro 0:02:02 Systems are too complicated 0:04:23 Scorecards, scorecards, scorecards 0:07:20 Delegation vs assistance 0:08:32 DCBKK updates 0:13:42 Becoming an entrepreneur 0:21:48 Perfect integrator 0:27:07 ROI of process 0:37:25 Meeting tempos 0:39:09 Accountability chart 0:42:46 The issues list 0:48:05 Get out from under Links: DC Events (https://dynamitecircle.com/events) DC Black (https://dynamitecircle.com/dc-black) Language Mentoring (https://www.languagementoring.com/) Clockwork by Mike Michalowicz (https://www.amazon.com/Clockwork-Design-Your-Business-Itself/dp/0525534016) The Checklist Manifesto (https://www.amazon.com/The-Checklist-Manifesto-audiobook/dp/B0031Q9ZWY/ref=sr_1_1?hvadid=241601530794&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9003540&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=9562829446745895865&hvtargid=kwd-14787969625&hydadcr=9803_10377300&keywords=the+checklist+manifesto&qid=1692177815&sr=8-1) Scorecards (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/how-to-create-employee-scorecards) Traction (https://www.amazon.com/Traction-Gino-Wickman-audiobook/dp/B00A9Z973M/ref=sr_1_1?crid=19A7QTUHDLFXW&keywords=traction&qid=1692178108&s=audible&sprefix=tractio%2Caudible%2C231&sr=1-1) Past guests on TMBA include Cal Newport, David Heinemeier Hannson, Seth Godin, Ricardo Semler, Noah Kagan, Rob Walling, Jay Clouse, Einar Vollset, Sam Dogan, Gino Wickam, James Clear, Jodie Cook, Mark Webster, Steph Smith, Taylor Pearson, Tommy Griffith, Justin Tan, Matt Gartland, Travis Jamison, Ayman Al-Abdullah, Tynan Additional episodes you might enjoy: TMBA 688: Mailbag: What Can Scorecards Do For You? And Equity Split Dilemmas (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/how-to-create-employee-scorecards) TMBA 695: The Money Theory of Location And Why Employee Scorecards Are So Helpful (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/money-theory-location-employee-scorecards) TMBA 707: Deceptively simple ways to have a better business (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/simple-ways-to-actually-improve-your-business) TMBA 702: Millions for Podcasts and Jay Clouse on Memberships (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/jay-clouse-on-memberships) TMBA 689: Re-visiting Our Conversation with Seth Godin (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/seth-godin-akimbo)

Dan (https://twitter.com/TropicalMBA) and Ian (https://twitter.com/AnythingIan) give the inside scoop about their upcoming events strategy and the realization that prompted them to relaunch their hiring search not for an events planner but a business-minded community organizer. In light of resetting the event strategy for 2024, Dan also chats with the DCx London hosts Seonaid Beckwith (https://www.perfect-english-grammar.com/), Noel Andrews (https://jobrack.eu/), and John Ainsworth (https://datadrivenmarketing.co/) about how they pulled off one of the best all-time DC events in London last month. They also give their thoughts in response to a listener's email: should you optimize for revenue growth, profit growth, or both? Dan and Ian share frameworks for thinking about this and how they think about revenue and profit in their business. Plus, stick around til the end for a first-timer's guide on how to max out your DCBKK experience if you're going (or thinking about going) for the first time. Dan & Ian's Stuff: The Newsletter (https://tropicalmba.com/subscribe) “The DC” (https://dynamitecircle.com/join-dc/) DC Black (https://dynamitecircle.com/dc-black) Global events (https://dynamitecircle.com/events) Hire remote talent (https://remotefirstrecruiting.com/) Find a remote job (https://dynamitejobs.com/) Listen on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHPBISaCA5pVb_U1dq088KA) Follow on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/tropicalmba/) @TropicalMBA (https://twitter.com/TropicalMBA) @AnythingIan (https://twitter.com/AnythingIan) Show Notes: 0:00:00 Intro 0:02:40 Profit vs revenue 0:06:05 Revenue growth to exit 0:06:35 Conflating profit with personal income 0:07:21The Bezos strategy 0:08:19 Profit first 0:12:35 Classic systems 0:14:00 Superhero profitable 0:15:50 ROI framework 0:21:44 Our 2024 event strategy 0:24:18 Join our team 0:30:05 How to throw a great event 1:05:53 First-timer's guide to DCBKK Links: Join our team (https://dynamitejobs.com/company/dynamitecircle/remote-job/community-event-coordinator) DC Events (https://dynamitecircle.com/events) DC Black (https://dynamitecircle.com/dc-black) 7 Powers by Hamilton Helmer (https://www.amazon.com/7-Powers-Foundations-Business-Strategy/dp/0998116319) Profit First by Mike Michalowicz (https://mikemichalowicz.com/profit-first/) The Art of Gathering by Priya Parker (https://www.amazon.com/The-Art-of-Gathering-Priya-Parker-audiobook/dp/B07B4HV9K7/ref=sr_1_1?hvadid=580651322835&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9003540&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=8471998563066358848&hvtargid=kwd-425637140099&hydadcr=21934_13324197&keywords=the+art+of+gathering+priya+parker&qid=1691583933&sr=8-1) The 2-Hour Cocktail Party by Nick Gray (https://www.amazon.com/2-Hour-Cocktail-Party-Relationships-Gatherings/dp/B0B679PZ89/ref=sr_1_1?hvadid=631492202808&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9003540&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=5362937297423595432&hvtargid=kwd-1674748472321&hydadcr=7665_13589719&keywords=two+hour+cocktail+party&qid=1691583978&sr=8-1) Past guests on TMBA include Cal Newport, David Heinemeier Hannson, Seth Godin, Ricardo Semler, Noah Kagan, Rob Walling, Jay Clouse, Einar Vollset, Sam Dogan, Gino Wickam, James Clear, Jodie Cook, Mark Webster, Steph Smith, Taylor Pearson, Tommy Griffith, Justin Tan, Matt Gartland, Travis Jamison, Ayman Al-Abdullah, Tynan Additional episodes you might enjoy: TMBA 688: Mailbag: What Can Scorecards Do For You? And Equity Split Dilemmas (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/how-to-create-employee-scorecards) TMBA 702: Millions for Podcasts and Jay Clouse on Memberships (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/jay-clouse-on-memberships) TMBA 689: Re-visiting Our Conversation with Seth Godin (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/seth-godin-akimbo) TMBA 711: “Money is Your Responsibility” + News Updates (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/money-is-your-responsibility) TMBA 707: Deceptively simple ways to have a better business (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/simple-ways-to-actually-improve-your-business)

Mads Singers talks with Jason Barnard about building a team rather than just a group of coworkers. Mads has more than 10 years of experience in Fortune 500 companies such as Xerox and IBM and more than 8 years of experience coaching and consulting online entrepreneurs in management and outsourcing. He has also spoken at many major events such as CMSEO, TiECon, DCBKK & DMSS Bali, SEO Spring Training, 7 Figure Seller Summit and the Survive and Thrive Ecommerce Summit. Mads, who currently owns and manages 4 companies and employs more than 100 people, does not just talk the talk, he walks the walk. Mads is not only a management expert, but also an expert in growing and scaling an online business. He is one of the industry experts on the DISC method, which is a cornerstone of his management philosophy, and he shares his knowledge through the Effective Management Mastery course and community. Achieving attainable business goals requires a group of people working together as a team. Communication, trust, ownership and responsibilities are critical in this process. Building a team can be difficult without a team manager who has the necessary team management skills. It is also important to consider what type of team manager a team needs. In this wonderful episode, the rather brilliant Mads Singers gives wonderful insights into the value of delegating responsibility, how to recognise people with team management skills, and how to deal with someone who is afraid to step up to a higher position and take responsibility. The highlight of the episode is how to effectively build a team that works together to achieve maximum productivity and groovy results. As always, the show ends with passing the baton… Mads passes the virtual baton to next week's absolutely delightful guest, Tatiana Bonneau. What you'll learn from Mads Singers 00:00 Mads Singers and Jason Barnard 01:21 Mads Singers' Brand SERP 02:32 SEO Mastery Summit Saigon 03:21 Team Building Tips from Mads Singers 06:44 The Value of Delegating Responsibilities 08:42 How to Deal with People Afraid to Take Responsibility 10:10 How to Deal with Remote Workers Who Feel Isolated 10:41 One-to-One Meeting Vs Team Meetings 11:51 What are One-to-One Meetings Good for? 13:27 Knowledge Panel Done for You Service by Kalicube 14:06 How to Turn Your Coworkers Into a Real Team 16:06 The Difference Between Hierarchical Organisation Structure and Flat Organisation 17:44 What Does Leading a Team Mean? 18:56 Promotion Qualification: Team Management Skills 19:48 How to Recognise People with Team Management Skills 20:00 How Advantageous Good Communication is in a Leadership and Management Position 21:23 Considerations for the Type of Team Manager the Team Needs 21:58 What to Look for When Promoting or Hiring at the Corporate Level 23:50 Where in a Hierarchical Structure Do Teams Form? 24:54 How to Bring Teams Together Into an Overall Organisational Team 27:42 Setting Goals and Formulating Plans  30:18 Ownership and Responsibilities within a Team 35:08 Passing the Baton: Mads Singers to Tatiana Bonneau This episode was recorded live on video December 27th 2022 Recorded live at Kalicube Tuesdays (Digital Marketing Livestream Event Series). Watch the video now >>

Mads Singers talks with Jason Barnard about building a team rather than just a group of coworkers. Mads has more than 10 years of experience in Fortune 500 companies such as Xerox and IBM and more than 8 years of experience coaching and consulting online entrepreneurs in management and outsourcing. He has also spoken at many major events such as CMSEO, TiECon, DCBKK & DMSS Bali, SEO Spring Training, 7 Figure Seller Summit and the Survive and Thrive Ecommerce Summit. Mads, who currently owns and manages 4 companies and employs more than 100 people, does not just talk the talk, he walks the walk. Mads is not only a management expert, but also an expert in growing and scaling an online business. He is one of the industry experts on the DISC method, which is a cornerstone of his management philosophy, and he shares his knowledge through the Effective Management Mastery course and community. Achieving attainable business goals requires a group of people working together as a team. Communication, trust, ownership and responsibilities are critical in this process. Building a team can be difficult without a team manager who has the necessary team management skills. It is also important to consider what type of team manager a team needs. In this wonderful episode, the rather brilliant Mads Singers gives wonderful insights into the value of delegating responsibility, how to recognise people with team management skills, and how to deal with someone who is afraid to step up to a higher position and take responsibility. The highlight of the episode is how to effectively build a team that works together to achieve maximum productivity and groovy results. As always, the show ends with passing the baton… Mads passes the virtual baton to next week's absolutely delightful guest, Tatiana Bonneau. What you'll learn from Mads Singers 00:00 Mads Singers and Jason Barnard 01:21 Mads Singers' Brand SERP 02:32 SEO Mastery Summit Saigon 03:21 Team Building Tips from Mads Singers 06:44 The Value of Delegating Responsibilities 08:42 How to Deal with People Afraid to Take Responsibility 10:10 How to Deal with Remote Workers Who Feel Isolated 10:41 One-to-One Meeting Vs Team Meetings 11:51 What are One-to-One Meetings Good for? 13:27 Knowledge Panel Done for You Service by Kalicube 14:06 How to Turn Your Coworkers Into a Real Team 16:06 The Difference Between Hierarchical Organisation Structure and Flat Organisation 17:44 What Does Leading a Team Mean? 18:56 Promotion Qualification: Team Management Skills 19:48 How to Recognise People with Team Management Skills 20:00 How Advantageous Good Communication is in a Leadership and Management Position 21:23 Considerations for the Type of Team Manager the Team Needs 21:58 What to Look for When Promoting or Hiring at the Corporate Level 23:50 Where in a Hierarchical Structure Do Teams Form? 24:54 How to Bring Teams Together Into an Overall Organisational Team 27:42 Setting Goals and Formulating Plans  30:18 Ownership and Responsibilities within a Team 35:08 Passing the Baton: Mads Singers to Tatiana Bonneau This episode was recorded live on video December 27th 2022 Recorded live at Kalicube Tuesdays (Digital Marketing Livestream Event Series). Watch the video now >>

Mads Singers talks with Jason Barnard about building a team rather than just a group of coworkers. Mads has more than 10 years of experience in Fortune 500 companies such as Xerox and IBM and more than 8 years of experience coaching and consulting online entrepreneurs in management and outsourcing. He has also spoken at many major events such as CMSEO, TiECon, DCBKK & DMSS Bali, SEO Spring Training, 7 Figure Seller Summit and the Survive and Thrive Ecommerce Summit. Mads, who currently owns and manages 4 companies and employs more than 100 people, does not just talk the talk, he walks the walk. Mads is not only a management expert, but also an expert in growing and scaling an online business. He is one of the industry experts on the DISC method, which is a cornerstone of his management philosophy, and he shares his knowledge through the Effective Management Mastery course and community. Achieving attainable business goals requires a group of people working together as a team. Communication, trust, ownership and responsibilities are critical in this process. Building a team can be difficult without a team manager who has the necessary team management skills. It is also important to consider what type of team manager a team needs. In this wonderful episode, the rather brilliant Mads Singers gives wonderful insights into the value of delegating responsibility, how to recognise people with team management skills, and how to deal with someone who is afraid to step up to a higher position and take responsibility. The highlight of the episode is how to effectively build a team that works together to achieve maximum productivity and groovy results. As always, the show ends with passing the baton… Mads passes the virtual baton to next week's absolutely delightful guest, Tatiana Bonneau. What you'll learn from Mads Singers 00:00 Mads Singers and Jason Barnard 01:21 Mads Singers' Brand SERP 02:32 SEO Mastery Summit Saigon 03:21 Team Building Tips from Mads Singers 06:44 The Value of Delegating Responsibilities 08:42 How to Deal with People Afraid to Take Responsibility 10:10 How to Deal with Remote Workers Who Feel Isolated 10:41 One-to-One Meeting Vs Team Meetings 11:51 What are One-to-One Meetings Good for? 13:27 Knowledge Panel Done for You Service by Kalicube 14:06 How to Turn Your Coworkers Into a Real Team 16:06 The Difference Between Hierarchical Organisation Structure and Flat Organisation 17:44 What Does Leading a Team Mean? 18:56 Promotion Qualification: Team Management Skills 19:48 How to Recognise People with Team Management Skills 20:00 How Advantageous Good Communication is in a Leadership and Management Position 21:23 Considerations for the Type of Team Manager the Team Needs 21:58 What to Look for When Promoting or Hiring at the Corporate Level 23:50 Where in a Hierarchical Structure Do Teams Form? 24:54 How to Bring Teams Together Into an Overall Organisational Team 27:42 Setting Goals and Formulating Plans  30:18 Ownership and Responsibilities within a Team 35:08 Passing the Baton: Mads Singers to Tatiana Bonneau This episode was recorded live on video December 27th 2022 Recorded live at Kalicube Tuesdays (Digital Marketing Livestream Event Series). Watch the video now >>

The ‘post-COVID' location independent summer is beginning. We're seeing more and more posts in the DC forum that begin: ‘Who's in Medellin this month?', ‘Anyone in Poland or the Balkans'. Traveling and navigating new cities, and regions is very much the theme of today's show, which is a discussion for those thinking of visiting Bangkok, and Thailand in general, later in the year. And, of course, we're hugely excited for our first DCBKK event in three years, coming in October. With that in mind we've asked Kyla Gardner and Jesse Schoberg - both of whom have lived in Bangkok, and other places in Thailand, and attended a fair few DCBKKs - to share their thoughts. We'll cover: where to stay in Bangkok for a great vibe and delicious food, where to consider going after DCBKK, how to manage your time around events like DCBKK, and much more: “I don't know whether to advise people to just accept that you really just have to go really hard, you're not going to sleep, you're going to be exhausted but it's going to be worth it. Or advise them to try to take some power naps … it is just so stimulating, so much fun.”

Mads Singers has more than 10 years of experience in Fortune 500 companies, such as Xerox and IBM, and more than 8 years of experience coaching and consulting online entrepreneurs on Management & Outsourcing. He has also spoken at many larger events such as CMSEO, TiECon, DCBKK, DMSS Bali, SEO Spring Training, 7 Figure Seller Summit and the Survive and Thrive Ecommerce Summit. Mads currently owning and running 5 companies, and managing more than 150 people, he doesn't just talk the talk, he walks the walk. As well as being a management expert, Mads is also an expert on growing and scaling an online business, and he is one of the industry experts in the DISC methodology, which is a cornerstone in his management philosophy and he shares his knowledge through the Effective Management Mastery course & community. Learn more about Mads at https://www.madssingers.com/ Learn more about DISC personality tests and leadership with books like these https://amzn.to/3tdS2aY

On today's show Dan and Ian are reaching into the mailbag to reflect on some topics that listeners have asked about. These include an update on the incredible response to our upcoming DCBKK, things to consider when thinking about business models, and how to manage your net worth without hurting your brain: “I have been guilty in the past of overcomplicating my financial process with too many credit cards, too many bank accounts, too many clever tax manoeuvres, and I would have been much better off to keep it super, super simple'.

Longtime listeners know that this is typically the time of year that we host DC BKK, our annual Dynamite Circle event in Bangkok. Each year, hundreds of entrepreneurs flock to the capital city of Thailand for the chance to meet and share ideas with like-minded people from across the globe. This has always been sort of a magical time for so many of us in the community, and to say that we are disappointed that we can't take part in it this year would be a huge understatement. It has become something of a tradition that our good friend Jeff Pecaro sits down with us after the event to crack open a beer and talk shop. Jeff is an incredibly talented copywriter and the founder of MostlyStories.com. He is also the man behind the content at most of our in-person events. This year, Jeff is joining us virtually on the podcast to commiserate and share some of our favorite memories, thoughts, and insights into the history of DCBKK.

What You'll Learn From This Episode:Tips for effective management skillsThe difference between delegating responsibility and delegating a taskAnswer a question by answering backRelated Links and Resources:If you want to step up your game and improve your management skills, check out Mad's free webinar directly from his site www.Madsingers.com , it focuses a lot on delegation, recruitment and so on.Summary:Mads Singers has more than 10 years of experience in Fortune 500 companies, such as Xerox and IBM, and more than 7 years of experience coaching and consulting online entrepreneurs.He has also spoken at many larger events such as CMSEO, TiECon, DCBKK & DMSS Bali, SEO Spring Training & the Survive and Thrive Ecommerce Summit.Mads currently owning and running 3 companies, and managing more than 100 people, he doesn't just talk the talk, he walks the walk.As well as being a management expert, Mads is also an expert on growing and scaling an online business, and he is one of the industry experts in the DISC methodology, which is a cornerstone in his management philosophy and he shares his knowledge through the Effective Management Mastery course & community.Here are the highlights of this episode:1:54 Mads' ideal Client: Generally online business owners, that's pretty broad, in any industry all over the planet.2:14Problem Mads helps solve: At a large scale, it's ramp management. Unfortunately, so many companies are great at training everything except for management skills. Today I will talk specifically about delegation because that's somewhere a lot of people struggle.2:46Typical symptoms that clients do before reaching out to Mads: Well, I work 80hrs a week or I spend working all my time in the business. Most people work too many hours, they work in the business. They're aren't effectively growing the business.3:23What are some of the common mistakes that folks make before finding Mads and his solution: There's quite a few, but I will hold in to a specific one today. This is particularly in the online world where people always been told to build a process, write it down, and then take that task and give it to someone. Fundamentally the problem is, when you delegate task, instead of delegating responsibility, you take away ownership. And that leads to light of results, and a light of ability of effective delegation.4:19Mads' Valuable Free Action (VFA): The difference between delegating responsibility and delegating a task, instead of telling someone do this thing this way, you basically talk to them and say here's the area of responsibility I need help with. Here is our process of what we do today, however, you're a smart guy/girl, I want you to own this thing. And then the most important aspect of giving people responsibility is to set clear deliverable, set clear outcomes. The problem when you delegate task is you tell them how many times the task have to be done, but that's not an outcome. When you delegate outcome, you look at what is the result of the person doing this work. And when you start delegating responsibility rather than task, you fundamentally grow your staffs much better and much faster.5:58Mads' Valuable Free Resource (VFR): The free resource that I want to share is the free webinar that I want to share called Madsingers.com and it focuses a lot on delegation, recruitment and so on. But that's really a great place to get started if you really want to step up your game and improve your management skills and get ready to grow your business.7:00How do you grow your staffs effectively? It ties in with delegation again. One secret, for a business owner stand point, if you look at those business owners, if you look at their Skype or their Slack, they're always blinking with questions. One thing you need to learn, is never answer questions. If people ask you a question, you want them to answer it. So, the way you answer question, is basically ask them a question back. Such as what do you see the options being?

What You’ll Learn From This Episode:Tips for effective management skillsThe difference between delegating responsibility and delegating a taskAnswer a question by answering backRelated Links and Resources:If you want to step up your game and improve your management skills, check out Mad’s free webinar directly from his site www.Madsingers.com , it focuses a lot on delegation, recruitment and so on.Summary:Mads Singers has more than 10 years of experience in Fortune 500 companies, such as Xerox and IBM, and more than 7 years of experience coaching and consulting online entrepreneurs.He has also spoken at many larger events such as CMSEO, TiECon, DCBKK & DMSS Bali, SEO Spring Training & the Survive and Thrive Ecommerce Summit.Mads currently owning and running 3 companies, and managing more than 100 people, he doesn't just talk the talk, he walks the walk.As well as being a management expert, Mads is also an expert on growing and scaling an online business, and he is one of the industry experts in the DISC methodology, which is a cornerstone in his management philosophy and he shares his knowledge through the Effective Management Mastery course & community.Here are the highlights of this episode:1:54 Mads’ ideal Client: Generally online business owners, that's pretty broad, in any industry all over the planet.2:14Problem Mads helps solve: At a large scale, it's ramp management. Unfortunately, so many companies are great at training everything except for management skills. Today I will talk specifically about delegation because that's somewhere a lot of people struggle.2:46Typical symptoms that clients do before reaching out to Mads: Well, I work 80hrs a week or I spend working all my time in the business. Most people work too many hours, they work in the business. They're aren’t effectively growing the business.3:23What are some of the common mistakes that folks make before finding Mads and his solution: There's quite a few, but I will hold in to a specific one today. This is particularly in the online world where people always been told to build a process, write it down, and then take that task and give it to someone. Fundamentally the problem is, when you delegate task, instead of delegating responsibility, you take away ownership. And that leads to light of results, and a light of ability of effective delegation.4:19Mads’ Valuable Free Action (VFA): The difference between delegating responsibility and delegating a task, instead of telling someone do this thing this way, you basically talk to them and say here's the area of responsibility I need help with. Here is our process of what we do today, however, you're a smart guy/girl, I want you to own this thing. And then the most important aspect of giving people responsibility is to set clear deliverable, set clear outcomes. The problem when you delegate task is you tell them how many times the task have to be done, but that's not an outcome. When you delegate outcome, you look at what is the result of the person doing this work. And when you start delegating responsibility rather than task, you fundamentally grow your staffs much better and much faster.5:58Mads’ Valuable Free Resource (VFR): The free resource that I want to share is the free webinar that I want to share called Madsingers.com and it focuses a lot on delegation, recruitment and so on. But that's really a great place to get started if you really want to step up your game and improve your management skills and get ready to grow your business.7:00How do you grow your staffs effectively? It ties in with delegation again. One secret, for a business owner stand point, if you look at those business owners, if you look at their Skype or their Slack, they're always blinking with questions. One thing you need to learn, is never answer questions. If people ask you a question, you want them to answer it. So, the way you answer question, is basically ask them a question back. Such as what do you see the options being?

Today on the podcast I am joined by Dan Andrews, the host of the Tropical MBA podcast and cofounder of the Dynamite Circle and Dynamite Jobs. I've been listening to Dan and his cohost Ian on their podcast for years, basically since I became interested in online business so I was very excited for this interview and I gotta be honest guys it did not disappoint. Dan and his partner Ian have been running online businesses for more than 10 years, starting out back when hiring freelancers online wasn't as easy as pulling up Upwork. Since then they grown and sold several business, one for over 7 figures, and have started the hugely popular online forum Dynamite Circle which serves to connect successful online business owners. Through their forum they also host DCBKK, an annual event in Bangkok that is frequented by entrepreneurs in the know. Most recently Dan and Ian have launched Dynamite Jobs, a job board for people looking for work opportunities with remote first bootstrapped companies, many of them run by members of their forum. In this interview Dan and I discussed how they got started in online business, why they decided to head over to South East Asia in search of opportunities, where the idea for the Tropical MBA came from, and why Dan regrets selling their business despite the 7 figure exit. We dove into so many topics during this conversation that I honestly can't list out here but what I can say is that Dan did not hold back and really opened up about his experience running online businesses for more than a decade. I really enjoyed recording this episode and I think you guys will enjoy listening to it. If you are digging this podcast please leave a review on iTunes and let me know what you think.

Why is it that some people are destined for success while others will never fulfill their full potential? What sets apart those that “make it” from those that never really make any money from their business ideas? I recently attended the annual DCBKK conference in Bangkok, Thailand. This is a gathering of internet entrepreneurs from all over the world who come together to mastermind, connect, and learn about how to grow their businesses.  While there were many entrepreneurial takeaways, what stood out to me were the things that differentiated those who had “succeeded” (in their sense of the term) from those who were still trying to make it work. In today's episode, I share 3 things that “successful” entrepreneurs do, that others are unwilling or unable to implement. If you can honestly say that you do all 3 of these things, and you're still struggling to move the needle, then reach out to me! I'm sure that with some outside perspective a plan can be put in place. I'm offering free 30-minute strategy sessions to the first 10 people who sign up here. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: Why “It's not science, you need clients.” What really goes on behind the scenes of scaling a side hustle from $3K to $100K. The #1 thing that will keep you going when the going gets tough. How an illustrator created a scalable business to live her dream life. What it actually means to think outside the box. RESOURCES: Dynamite Circle: http://dynamitecircle.com/ DCBKK: http://dcbkk.com/ Davis' Business: My Consulting Offer Cat Coquilette: Cat's Instagram - Check out her art!

This time we have a format that we haven’t used in a long time–in this session, Kane Vast and I will discuss the book, Our Inner Ape, by Frans de Waal, one of the top researchers on primate behavior and evolutionary psychology in the world. We’ll be slowing it down from the last episode which was EXTRA wild and bring up the intellectual level of this podcast a few notches, lols. If you like these kind of episodes, we can definitely do them more often. If you like it and want to see more of these,  let us know in the form below! In this session you’ll learn: Why you should read up on evolutionary psychology–even if you’re a creationist! Variable rewards: what they are and why you need to start doing this with your girls ASAP The allure and mystique of older men, explained! The life of alpha males Society vs Reality: see beyond what people want you to see Does size matter? Big fish, small pond strategy and a whole lot more… http://adm-free.s3-ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com/Podcast28_mixdown.mp3 Mentioned in this session: The Way of the Superior Man by David Deida DCBKK Our Annual Event, DCBKK, in 25 Photos Frans de Waal TED Talk on Alpha Males Phallic Sheath – Koteka *as it turns out, the size/length of the sheath has nothing to do with status, oops! The Myth of the Middle Class Alpha Male PDF Download Sperm Wars by Robin Baker The Selfish Gene by Richard Dawkins The Red Queen by Matt Ridley Global Problems of Population Growth with Robert Wyman SignUp for 10 Simple Steps to Get More and Better Asian Girls and also get the Asian Dating Playbook so you’ll always be up to date on the latest! What's YOUR Question? Type in your question about dating, sex and relationships with Asian women OR about living and working in Asia* Enter your question(s) here and we'll answer them in an upcoming recording. Name This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. The post We Discuss “Our Inner Ape” appeared first on RedpoleQ.

Bean Ninjas, Wayne Richard and Michael Wark, share their learnings from this years iconic DCBKK event.

Dan Andrews Part II ~ Host of the Tropical MBA Podcast and Co-Founder of the Dynamite Circle ~ Current Series ~ 100 Interviews with 100 Location-Independent Entrepreneurs that have over $1,000,000 in Annual Revenue   Hello listeners we are so happy to have you here today, and I am so happy to give you a brief intro into a good friend and guest of the show Dan Andrews. Dan is the co-founder of one of the largest location independent communities called the Dynamite Circle.  The Dynamite Circle or DC as we call it is a private group of location independent entrepreneurs. The organization also hosts two key events each year called DCBKK and DCAustin. Both amazing conferences I would recommend checking out. Dan is also the co-founder of a business that became the #1 supplier for valet podium stands in the US.     We brought Dan on the show today to discuss life post the sell of his business. He recently wrote a book titled ‘Before the Exit | Thought Experiments for Entrepreneurs' where he takes the readers through a process of asking questions that are really important if you are going to exit or sell your business. Hindsight is 20/20 and he has a very interesting perspective on many reasons why he would not have sold his business knowing what he knows now.   “We thought, we have these five or six challenges with our business. It's worth a lot. Why not just sell it?  Then those challenges will go away, and then they'll be replaced by money!” Dan Andrews   03:06: What Would You Tell Your Younger Self About Exiting Your Business? 11:34: What are Dan's and Chris' Numbers? 17:59: Dan On the Insatiable Desire for More 22:05: How to See the Important Things Before You Sell 24:25: Being Better at Life Post Exit 28:24: Dan's Dream Podcast Guest         “Our businesses give is an idea-generating machine. A group of people on hand, whose job it is, to take your vision and turn them into cashflows.” Dan Andrews     Honorable Mentions:   Before the Exit | Thought Experiments for Entrepreneurs by Dan Andrews https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07BN2KD1J/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=chrisreynolds-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B07BN2KD1J&linkId=ed8c5deac174610c96b0f325fb30ea1e Ep.195 ~ Behind the Location Independent Scenes ~ Dan Andrews https://www.thebusinessmethod.com/dan-andrews   Amish Culture https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amish   What Technology Wants by Kevin Kelly https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0143120174/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=chrisreynolds-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=0143120174&linkId=19d6d7de688fb20e665b7a6eca590562   Martin Heidegger - The Question Concerning Technology http://www.psyp.org/question_concerning_technology.pdf   D.C. (Dynamite Circle) http://www.tropicalmba.com/dc/   Ep.262 ~ Building and Selling an Amazon Business for Nearly $1,000,000 in Less Than 5 Years ~ Nate Ginsburg https://www.thebusinessmethod.com/nate-ginsburg   Ep.251 ~ Location Independence with the Kids ~ Michael Petersen https://www.thebusinessmethod.com/michael-petersen   Tropical MBA Seth Godin Interview http://www.tropicalmba.com/sethgodin/   Built to Sell by John Warrillow https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1591845823/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=chrisreynolds-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=1591845823&linkId=e94713316cf5ef46cd81de6c5d743eb6   The 4-Hour Work Week by Tim Ferriss https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0307465357/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=chrisreynolds-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=0307465357&linkId=f2f2c86a705eba153f5fe4253d5c1b20   Finish Big by Bo Burlingham https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1591844975/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=chrisreynolds-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=1591844975&linkId=9ef95e87111bb480044a72e9a2cf8344 Nassim Taleb the Author Of:   The Black Swan https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/081297381X/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=chrisreynolds-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=081297381X&linkId=91e33acfafa666d908d6e2a162d4aade   Full by Randomness https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0812975219/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=chrisreynolds-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=0812975219&linkId=a47f62fe4e858cc99944d270208c5b4c   Antifragile https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0812979680/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=chrisreynolds-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=0812979680&linkId=163de1af90a3bdd6d395de624b88bf15   Skin in the Game https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/042528462X/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=chrisreynolds-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=042528462X&linkId=350f53383958159841fb6bc36a138c9d Contact Info:   Before the Exit | Thought Experiments for Entrepreneurs by Dan Andrews https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07BN2KD1J/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=chrisreynolds-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B07BN2KD1J&linkId=ed8c5deac174610c96b0f325fb30ea1e   Dynamite Jobs - Jobs for and by location independent teams https://dynamitejobs.co/

Dan Andrews Part I ~ Host of the Tropical MBA Podcast and Co-Founder of the Dynamite Circle ~ Current Series ~ 100 Interviews with 100 Location-Independent Entrepreneurs that have over $1,000,000 in Annual Revenue   Hello, listeners, we are so happy to have you here today, and I am so happy to give you a brief intro into a good friend and guest of the show Dan Andrews. Dan is the co-founder of one of the largest location independent communities called the Dynamite Circle.  The Dynamite Circle or DC as we call it is a private group of location independent entrepreneurs. The organization also hosts two key events each year called DCBKK and DCAustin. Both amazing conferences I would recommend checking out. Dan is also the co-founder of a business that became the #1 supplier for valet podium stands in the US.     We brought Dan on the show today to discuss life post the sell of his business. He recently wrote a book titled ‘Before the Exit | Thought Experiments for Entrepreneurs' where he takes the readers through a process of asking questions that are really important if you are going to exit or sell your business. Hindsight is 20/20 and he has a very interesting perspective on many reasons why he would not have sold his business knowing what he knows now.   “Now we're sitting on that remote island supposedly living the dream, and it doesn't feel that great!” Dan Andrews   04:54: Dan's Best Story About Growing Up Around Amish Culture 10:06: What is Location Independence? 12:02: Finding a “Home” as a 7-Figure Location Independent Entrepreneur 16:13: Being Emotionally Bankrupt from Location Independence 19:29: Dan Wrote a Book About Life After Selling His Business 21:07: After an Entrepreneur Sells His Business 23:30: Selling vs. Exiting 27:48: What's More Valuable, the Leverage From a Business or the Payout After Selling?   “One of the things you will find amongst people that have had financial success is that they're pretty bummed out that they can't purchase the things that really matter. You can't buy respect, you can't buy time with your family. You can't buy a business that engages your best energy.” Dan Andrews     Honorable Mentions:   Before the Exit | Thought Experiments for Entrepreneurs by Dan Andrews https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07BN2KD1J/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=chrisreynolds-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B07BN2KD1J&linkId=ed8c5deac174610c96b0f325fb30ea1e Ep.195 ~ Behind the Location Independent Scenes ~ Dan Andrews https://www.thebusinessmethod.com/dan-andrews   Amish Culture https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amish   What Technology Wants by Kevin Kelly https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0143120174/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=chrisreynolds-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=0143120174&linkId=19d6d7de688fb20e665b7a6eca590562   Martin Heidegger - The Question Concerning Technology http://www.psyp.org/question_concerning_technology.pdf   D.C. (Dynamite Circle) http://www.tropicalmba.com/dc/   Ep.262 ~ Building and Selling an Amazon Business for Nearly $1,000,000 in Less Than 5 Years ~ Nate Ginsburg https://www.thebusinessmethod.com/nate-ginsburg   Ep.251 ~ Location Independence with the Kids ~ Michael Petersen https://www.thebusinessmethod.com/michael-petersen   Tropical MBA Seth Godin Interview http://www.tropicalmba.com/sethgodin/   Built to Sell by John Warrillow https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1591845823/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=chrisreynolds-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=1591845823&linkId=e94713316cf5ef46cd81de6c5d743eb6   The 4-Hour Work Week by Tim Ferriss https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0307465357/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=chrisreynolds-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=0307465357&linkId=f2f2c86a705eba153f5fe4253d5c1b20   Finish Big by Bo Burlingham https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1591844975/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=chrisreynolds-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=1591844975&linkId=9ef95e87111bb480044a72e9a2cf8344 Nassim Taleb the Author Of:   The Black Swan https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/081297381X/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=chrisreynolds-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=081297381X&linkId=91e33acfafa666d908d6e2a162d4aade   Full by Randomness https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0812975219/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=chrisreynolds-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=0812975219&linkId=a47f62fe4e858cc99944d270208c5b4c   Antifragile https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0812979680/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=chrisreynolds-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=0812979680&linkId=163de1af90a3bdd6d395de624b88bf15   Skin in the Game https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/042528462X/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=chrisreynolds-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=042528462X&linkId=350f53383958159841fb6bc36a138c9d Contact Info:   Before the Exit | Thought Experiments for Entrepreneurs by Dan Andrews https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07BN2KD1J/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=chrisreynolds-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B07BN2KD1J&linkId=ed8c5deac174610c96b0f325fb30ea1e   Dynamite Jobs - Jobs for and by location independent teams https://dynamitejobs.co/

http://www.tropicalmba.com/dcbkk2017/ Today Dan and Ian are going to be talking about their biggest weekend of the year. They are fresh off the heels of DCBKK, the annual event that they host in Bangkok for members of The Dynamite Circle. Hundreds of entrepreneurs, many of whom are listeners of this show, migrate to Southeast Asia each year to attend. They do so with the intention of focusing their time and energy on improving their businesses. On this week's episode, our hosts will be sharing their five biggest takeaways from this year's conference. You'll also hear them talk about what makes a profitable event and how they are planning on ramping up their events for 2018.

It might not be what you think!

The video I refrence that looks at examples is here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yWEvPy-D9oI At the Dynamite Circle' DCBKK event in Bangkok I went to a UI and UX meetup for increasing conversions. UI and UX stand for User Interface and User Experience... It is all about the look and design of the site (or app, or whatever) and is more about the art side of things... Not exactly something I'm generally savvy about, to be honest. Now, I'm all about increasing conversions and figure it is great to understand more about the design side of things as I usually am focused more on copywriting. Then, the awesome presenter who covered several case studies and live tear-downs of attendees' sites, kept going back to the problems with the copy. From confusing copy to disorganized copy, every single site reviewed had more issues with copy than they did with design and layout. This was a huge 'Ah Ha' moment for me... You see, I am a firm believe in the 'form follows function' idea. The most important piece of a landing page or sales page is the function... Does it "Sell" the product or convert the user to a lead? If not, then who cares about the 'form'...  And in fact, this world class UI and UX designer came to the same conclusing. Now, there does come a time when you can work on beautifying a site and adding the right kinds of visual styling to enhance a great page, but as she said... "Your first goal is to have a page that is clear, not confusing and not ugly" This was music to my ears!  I'm not much of an artist and I don't always see the value in high dollar designers... But I have been known to geek out on copywriting for days at a time to get the messaging completely dialed to match the needs, wants and desires of the target market. So, as you are building your funnel (with the help from these videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ZWIF79cyPA&list=PL0sOKzn__yK35RrpdiI-5NMQ7gury5W9W remember that the most important thing is to get your messaging and your copy dialed in so that it compels your target market to take action. And this totally reinforces the ideas covered in the video I added up top about the best converting squeeze pages from internet marketing's greats. If you like this video, be sure to thumbs up, comment and subscribe to the channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7RZRFCrN4XKoMsy5MgJKrg If you want to share it, here is the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yxPpY7Yjl3E

http://www.tropicalmba.com/eventfive/ Dan and Ian are both recovering from their DC BKK event that they host every year in Bangkok. This year marked the fifth anniversary of that event, which has been a topic of conversation on this show every year since its inception. In this weeks show, they are going to talk about some of the themes of this year's DC BKK, what that they learned from this year's event, and the intimate connection that TropicalMBA listeners have formed with DC BKK over the years.

Today listeners we are chatting with one of our main advisors here at The Entrepreneur House, Tal Gur. Tal just spent the past month of his life advising 17 attendees of The Entrepreneur House on business and life. He spent many hours working one-on-one with the attendees on the biggest problems they are facing in their business and how they can overcome them. I personally think he has done an outstanding job consulting for the attendees. We are going to chat today about what went on behind the scenes of The Entrepreneur House in Chiang Mai. How we worked hard to keep the momentum going for the attendees while enjoying their time in Thailand. We will touch on leadership, managing balance, the importance of goal setting, and why Tal gave us his time to advise for The Entrepreneur House. This I can say was not an easy job. There are literally hundreds of hours of work that goes on behind the scenes keeping a house going and keeping the attendees progressing towards their goals. Tal and I had many meetings and chats about where we could improve the experience of the house and what worked really well…. Tal's Bio: -Served in the Israeli army. -Worked and lived in over 50 countries. -In 2005, he made a conscious decision to pursue every big dream he had setting 100 Bucketlist goals, and achieving 90 of them as of today. -He has built a home for a family in Peru that lost their home in a mudslide. -He completed a 12,000 km motorcycle journey across Australia. -Trekked to Everest Base Camp in Nepal. -Created an online business making over 6-figures passive income. If you are lucky enough to find him…and get a moment of his time I recommend you do…… “When people come for 30-Days, they bond better and there is a sense of trust. Through this sense of trust, better advice comes.” Tal Gur “There is no end to the amount of improvements you can do to your business.” Tal Gur “The most successful people in life are the givers.” Chiang Mai whispers ‘The Good Life!'. Contact Tal @: Website: http://talgur.me Email: tal@tal-gur.com Twitter: tal_gur Skype ID: talzag Honorable Mentions: Tal Gur's 100 Bucketlist Goals http://fullylived.com/100-life-goals-list/ The DCBKK conference. http://tropicalmba.com/dc “Give and Take” Adam Grant https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00AFPTSI0/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1 Run Huges https://www.amazooka.com/ Simone Sauter https://frompaintopower.de/ George Millo http://georgemillo.com/ Bob Berchtold http://cpatalent.com/

Nate Smith recently built an info product business in the music niche - at The8020Drummer.com - to high 4-figures monthly passive income. Now he's helping other entrepreneurs do the same. He's applied the Pareto Principle to marketing in a way that other didn't think was possible. Last year, at a conference called DCBKK, He listened to a speaker named Jake Puhl talk about mindset. If you're making less than 250k/year, he said, your problem is probably mindset. He started asking himself framing questions to reveal where he was on his own way. In the end, it all boiled down to assuming things were impossible just because he hadn't seen them succeed yet. He then went on journey, which initially, was not a profitable one, but succeeded in creating freedom for himself; here's his story. In This Episode: Transitioning from employee to full-time entrepreneur. The highs and lows of being an entrepreneur. What happens when cognitive dissidence occurs with you day job? Creating the entrepreneur mindset. Re-evaluating after your first product fails. Surveying your audience to find what they'll buy and how much they'll pay. Where to start out when writing copy. Learning what your customers want? Getting your list to be more engaged. Going where your audience is.   Nate's Favorite Quote: "If you're making less than 250k/year, he said, your problem is probably mindset." — Jake Puhl Nate's Favorite Book: The 4-Hour Workweek: Escape 9-5, Live Anywhere, and Join the New Rich Links From Today's Show: The Adweek Copywriting Handbook: The Ultimate Guide to Writing Powerful Advertising and Marketing Copy from One of America's Top Copywriters www.iwillteachyoutoberich.com www.8020marketingguy.com www.taylorpearson.me Today's Sponsor:

Nate Smith recently built an info product business in the music niche - at The8020Drummer.com - to high 4-figures monthly passive income. Now he's helping other entrepreneurs do the same. He's applied the Pareto Principle to marketing in a way that other didn't think was possible. Last year, at a conference called DCBKK, He listened to a speaker named Jake Puhl talk about mindset. If you're making less than 250k/year, he said, your problem is probably mindset. He started asking himself framing questions to reveal where he was on his own way. In the end, it all boiled down to assuming things were impossible just because he hadn't seen them succeed yet. He then went on journey, which initially, was not a profitable one, but succeeded in creating freedom for himself; here's his story. In This Episode: Transitioning from employee to full-time entrepreneur. The highs and lows of being an entrepreneur. What happens when cognitive dissidence occurs with you day job? Creating the entrepreneur mindset. Re-evaluating after your first product fails. Surveying your audience to find what they'll buy and how much they'll pay. Where to start out when writing copy. Learning what your customers want? Getting your list to be more engaged. Going where your audience is.   Nate's Favorite Quote: "If you're making less than 250k/year, he said, your problem is probably mindset." — Jake Puhl Nate's Favorite Book: The 4-Hour Workweek: Escape 9-5, Live Anywhere, and Join the New Rich Links From Today's Show: The Adweek Copywriting Handbook: The Ultimate Guide to Writing Powerful Advertising and Marketing Copy from One of America's Top Copywriters www.iwillteachyoutoberich.com www.8020marketingguy.com www.taylorpearson.me Today's Sponsor:

Nate Smith recently built an info product business in the music niche - at The8020Drummer.com - to high 4-figures monthly passive income. Now he's helping other entrepreneurs do the same. He's applied the Pareto Principle to marketing in a way that other didn't think was possible. Last year, at a conference called DCBKK, He listened to a speaker named Jake Puhl talk about mindset. If you're making less than 250k/year, he said, your problem is probably mindset. He started asking himself framing questions to reveal where he was on his own way. In the end, it all boiled down to assuming things were impossible just because he hadn't seen them succeed yet. He then went on journey, which initially, was not a profitable one, but succeeded in creating freedom for himself; here's his story. In This Episode: Transitioning from employee to full-time entrepreneur. The highs and lows of being an entrepreneur. What happens when cognitive dissidence occurs with you day job? Creating the entrepreneur mindset. Re-evaluating after your first product fails. Surveying your audience to find what they'll buy and how much they'll pay. Where to start out when writing copy. Learning what your customers want? Getting your list to be more engaged. Going where your audience is.   Nate's Favorite Quote: "If you're making less than 250k/year, he said, your problem is probably mindset." — Jake Puhl Nate's Favorite Book: The 4-Hour Workweek: Escape 9-5, Live Anywhere, and Join the New Rich Links From Today's Show: The Adweek Copywriting Handbook: The Ultimate Guide to Writing Powerful Advertising and Marketing Copy from One of America's Top Copywriters www.iwillteachyoutoberich.com www.8020marketingguy.com www.taylorpearson.me Today's Sponsor:

http://www.tropicalmba.com/laura/ Laura Roeder was one of our keynote speakers at DCBKK a few weeks ago and she really wowed the audience with her talk. Dan and Ian got a chance to sit down with her after the conference to talk about how she has been able to start Edgar, an extremely successful social media tool, with little to no experience in tech.

We’re back in our home bases after two weeks of hectic travel. This week we go over some of our big takeaways from DCBKK and E-Commerce Fuel Live in 2015. If you were at both events, it was a pleasure meeting everyone! Topics Discussed: Finding your “super offer” that others will share with their audience How to nail down the ... The post #167: 9 Takeaways From DCBKK And E-Commerce Fuel Live (2015) appeared first on Build My Online Store.

http://www.tropicalmba.com/productlaunchlessons/ Today I posted our first ever public ticket offering to DCBKK. We've launched so many of these events now, and we've learned from a lot of our mistakes over the years. I wanted to take an episode to sort of walk through some of the lessons that we've learned in doing our product launches, and specifically doing event launches. I've invited Damian Thompson from SalesAbility.co on to the show to talk about the evolution of our DCBKK event. We are also going to be taking quite a bit of time to talk about what goes on at DCBKK, the types of people who come to the event, and what sets DCBKK apart from other conferences.

In episode 68, Joe and I sit down to discuss our recent travels and share some of the business takeaways we got from the Dynamite Circle event in Bangkok.

http://www.tropicalmba.com/conference/ http://www.tropicalmba.com/conference/ After this weekend’s incredible DCBKK event, Dan and Ian sift through the mountain of helpful information, solid business advice and entrepreneurial savvy to bring you the highlights of the event. This episode’s cup is overflowing with takeaways that the fellas gleaned from each speaker’s presentation.  You might want to grab a notepad for this...

http://www.tropicalmba.com/predictions/ http://www.tropicalmba.com/predictions/ As we approach DCBKK, we wanted to have a little chat about our predictions for the future of business as we know it. There’s a shift that’s slowly happening as we progress and we’re starting to see a massive rise in the growth of location independent, professionally run businesses. Kaiser Soze himself is hanging...

Dan and Ian are homeward bound. Ian just got back San Diego and Dan’s headed to Bali for November to write his first book. Both still coming down from the high and energy of DCBKK, they wanted to tackle a tough question on the real meaning of wealth and entrepreneurship. Everyone knows that society has certain scripts and most people blindly assume the numbers support those. Dan and Ian sit down to look at the facts of a 20 year trajectory for a professional job vs. an entrepreneur and then look at how they and their network got there.

We had a blast at the DCBKK conference over the weekend, but we’ve got more big plans lined up. The CEO-yeah is heading back to the good ole’ U.S. of A. and I’m heading up to Chiang Mai to do a little scouting and see if it could be worthy of being the next TMBA compound. Starting this week, I’m holding my feet to the fire and saying that all you weekend warriors will be getting a brand new episode of Tropical Talk Radio in your earbuds every Friday to keep you jammin’ on your business all weekend long. In this weeks episode, we get called out on our Modern Cat Furniture business by listener Shayna and invoke the “do as we say, not as we do” maxim. We reveal our 3 step process on how to know when it’s time to hire and the differences between what we do, small businesses, and startups.