Podcasts about how to be a successful entrepreneur

This week, the girls sit down with Viva's Head of Sales, Morgan Lockwood, to discuss all things Viva. They discuss what sets Viva apart from other spiked seltzers on the market, how to be a successful entrepreneur, and why taking a risk on a startup is worth it. Enjoy baddies!Use code DRINKS for 30% off your online order at vivatequilaseltzer.com 

Order my first book 'Build, Don't Talk' here: https://amzn.eu/d/eCfijRu--------------Subscribe To Our Other YouTube Channels:-https://www.youtube.com/@rajshamaniclipshttps://www.youtube.com/@RajShamani.Shorts-----------In this inspiring episode of 'Figuring Out with Raj Shamani', Raj speaks with the distinguished Anil Agarwal. Mr. Anil Agarwal is the Founder and Chairman of Vedanta Resources Limited, a globally diversified natural resources company that extracts and processes minerals and Oil & Gas that accounts for about 1% of India's GDP.  Mr. Agarwal is a great believer in giving back to the community and has generously pledged 75% of his money for social benefit. He tells his incredible life story, including his formative years in Bombay, where he overcame major obstacles like language barriers and feelings of inadequacy. Throughout the episode, Raj skillfully steers the conversation towards a variety of intriguing topics. Discover Anil's thoughts on Indian culture and the role of the female workforce in today's society. Gain unique insights into Anil's views on government-run businesses in India, as he sheds light on his experiences and opinions regarding the subject.Delving deeper, Raj explores the contrasting dynamics between America and India, prompting Anil to share his perspective on why America has become a global leader while India has not achieved the same status. Uncover their insightful conversation about Indian sanskar, its impact on society, and the role it plays in shaping the lives of us Indians.Don't miss out and make sure you watch this video till the end! ------------------

Episode 105 features AJ FRANCISCO. Successful Entrepreneur, Brainchild of Twenty Four Bakeshopwww.twentyfourbakeshop.comContent Creator with 60K Instagram Followers.How To Be A Successful Entrepreneur? Successful entrepreneurs arise from different gender, race, ages, and income levels. They differ in experience and education. According to research, most successful entrepreneurs have certain personal attributes in common. They include determination, leadership, flexibility, creativity, self-confidence, passion, and ‘smarts'. You become an entrepreneur when you start your own company. However, we can't define the process from start to finish because you must take many more actions before you start your company to become a successful entrepreneur.1. You Must Challenge YourselfIf you want to be a successful entrepreneur, you have to challenge yourself. No one else is going to push you, so it's up to you to do it. Challenges keep entrepreneurs nimble and on their toes. If you're constantly looking for the next challenge, you'll always be prepared for what comes your way. 2. Trust YourselfIf you don't believe in yourself, who will? Being a successful entrepreneur means that you've learned to listen to your intuition and rely on your wisdom when making decisions.Your ability to trust and believe in yourself will show your confidence. People are more likely to follow and trust confident leaders. Trusting in your own skills will also take some of the pain of uncertainty out of being an entrepreneur.3. Successful Business Owners Visualize Their Goals.Seeing the goal as already complete in your mind's eye is a core technique used by the world's most successful people. Visualization is effective because it harnesses the power of our subconscious mind.Get To Know AJ FranciscoEntrepreneur and culinary enthusiast AJ Francisco is quite the busy bee who wears a lot of hands. Apart from running multiple businesses like her Cookie Store in BGC, AJ also works as a marketing consultant for several brands. And yet every morning, before going to work, she always makes sure to water plants first. For her, there's no better way to start her day!  She is an engineering graduate. She was shy before, telling everyone that she was an engineering graduate But over the years, she learned to love her course, because it really exercised her brain, how to keep things going, and how to manage everything wisely.  ✅CHECK IT OUT:OFFICIAL MEDIA PARTNERwww.wheninmanila.comWATCH IT ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQQHzelWsyqUXmKpVymyWhwWATCH IT ON TIKTOK:https://www.tiktok.com/@thecreativetalkpodcast?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc✅ For business inquiries contact me at thecreativetalkpodcast@gmail.com✅ LET'S CONNECT:INSTAGRAM:https://www.instagram.com/thecreativescoopjansantos/FACEBOOK:https://www.facebook.com/thecreativescoopjansantos/

Business doesn't discriminate on age, only results. In today's digital world, you can succeed in business at any age, and operating a business as a Generation Z entrepreneur even has its perks! Marko Stavrou, 18 year old entrepreneur from South Africa is busy building his businesses and podcast and is sharing his tips for success with other young entrepreneurs during this conversation! Brandon helps corporate teams boost sales performance and unleash confidence. Learn more here

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Business strategy isn't holding you back: you already KNOW the strategy. Becoming a successful entrepreneur is 20% skills and 80% mindset! In this conversation with Alecia Repp, she will give you the framework to mold your identity and beliefs to that of a successful entrepreneur and business owner!Join Brandon's FREE 5-Day Challenge that will help you build your successful online business and sell in the digital age

In this episode, Brandon chats with Jordan Beach on how to become more productive in a world full of distractions! Download Brandon's FREE digital book, Be Extraordinary: Your Guide To Self-Mastery here

EPISODE SUMMARY: Today's episode of The Business Equation Podcast takes an in-depth look at a very important topic: Diversity Certification.Diversity Certification is an asset that can potentially help eligible companies add thousands...and in some cases, hundreds of thousands, of additional revenue to their company year over year. The big thing is...many companies look passed it because the application process is too complicated or they simply don't see what kind of value certification can bring them.This is where Certify My Company comes in. My guest on Episode 103, Heather Cox, is the Co-Founder and President of this helpful organization whose mission is to not only help companies discover the advantages of diversity certification, but to help them through the time-consuming process of applying for certification and putting it to work within their organization.Today, Heather will share the power of building relationships with diverse suppliers, why diversity certification is a critical element to success for companies eligible for said certification, how Certify My Company simplifies the process and becomes a trusted resource for the certification process and beyond, and much more.If you're unfamiliar with Diversity Certification, have wondered if it's right for your brand, or have questions you'd love answered on the subject, this is an episode you don't want to miss!You can connect with Heather at certifymycompany.com and follow her brand on Facebook, Instagram, and TwitterQuestions for Nick? Hit him up at nickbogacz.com!Nick is a published author! Click here to check out his book, The Pizza Equation: Slicing Up How to Run a Successful Pizza Enterprise.Connect with Nick Bogacz and The Business Equation!Facebook  |  Instagram  |  Twitter  |  Linked InMUSIC CREDIT: Theme music for The Business Equation Podcast - Never Forget by Gareth Johnson & Chris Bussey, via www.audionetwork.com

If you have any questions or comments, you can reach Don at: Don@MoneyWheelPodcast.comKris at: Kris@MoneyWheelPodcast.comFor a list of the amazing tools that you can use to build your business, please checkout resources.moneywheelpodcast.com

If you have any questions or comments, you can reach Don at: Don@MoneyWheelPodcast.comKris at: Kris@MoneyWheelPodcast.comFor a list of the amazing tools that you can use to build your business, please checkout resources.moneywheelpodcast.com

If you have any questions or comments, you can reach Don at: Don@MoneyWheelPodcast.comKris at: Kris@MoneyWheelPodcast.comFor a list of the amazing tools that you can use to build your business, please checkout resources.moneywheelpodcast.com

If you have any questions or comments, you can reach Don at: Don@MoneyWheelPodcast.comKris at: Kris@MoneyWheelPodcast.comFor a list of the amazing tools that you can use to build your business, please checkout resources.moneywheelpodcast.com

If you have any questions or comments, you can reach Don at: Don@MoneyWheelPodcast.comKris at: Kris@MoneyWheelPodcast.comFor a list of the amazing tools that you can use to build your business, please checkout resources.moneywheelpodcast.com

EPISODE SUMMARY: How much emphasis are you putting on your overall digital presence?While it appears that social media rules the roost when it comes to how brands choose to enhance their visibility, there is a ton of value in Search Engine Optimization, or SEO. We've discussed this on the show before and continue to place emphasis on this area because a lot of advantages exist for small businesses when they effectively build authority on Google, Yahoo, etc.In Episode 102 of The Business Equation Podcast, I'm joined by none other than Eric Seropyan, an SEO specialist and Founder of This Is My South Bay, a California-based firm that focuses on hyperlocal SEO - helping brands gain exposure in their hometown where opportunities for foot traffic are at their highest. Eric and I get into conversations about many topics, including best practices for Search Engine Optimization, what factors of SEO to focus on depending on your business and location, and false claims and promises from firms you need to run from fast.If you think you can magically obtain a #1 ranking on Google, this is an episode you don't want to miss!Click here to connect with Eric and take advantage of his complimentary SEO and website analysis.Questions for Nick? Hit him up at nickbogacz.com!Nick is a published author! Click here to check out his book, The Pizza Equation: Slicing Up How to Run a Successful Pizza Enterprise.Connect with Nick Bogacz and The Business Equation!Facebook  |  Instagram  |  Twitter  |  Linked InMUSIC CREDIT: Theme music for The Business Equation Podcast - Never Forget by Gareth Johnson & Chris Bussey, via www.audionetwork.com

If you have any questions or comments, you can reach Don at: Don@MoneyWheelPodcast.comKris at: Kris@MoneyWheelPodcast.comFor a list of the amazing tools that you can use to build your business, please checkout resources.moneywheelpodcast.com

If you have any questions or comments, you can reach Don at: Don@MoneyWheelPodcast.comKris at: Kris@MoneyWheelPodcast.comFor a list of the amazing tools that you can use to build your business, please checkout resources.moneywheelpodcast.com

If you have any questions or comments, you can reach Don at: Don@MoneyWheelPodcast.comKris at: Kris@MoneyWheelPodcast.comFor a list of the amazing tools that you can use to build your business, please checkout resources.moneywheelpodcast.com

If you have any questions or comments, you can reach Don at: Don@MoneyWheelPodcast.comKris at: Kris@MoneyWheelPodcast.comFor a list of the amazing tools that you can use to build your business, please checkout resources.moneywheelpodcast.com

If you have any questions or comments, you can reach Don at: Don@MoneyWheelPodcast.comKris at: Kris@MoneyWheelPodcast.comFor a list of the amazing tools that you can use to build your business, please checkout resources.moneywheelpodcast.com

If you have any questions or comments, you can reach Don at: Don@MoneyWheelPodcast.comKris at: Kris@MoneyWheelPodcast.comFor a list of the amazing tools that you can use to build your business, please checkout resources.moneywheelpodcast.com

If you have any questions or comments, you can reach Don at: Don@MoneyWheelPodcast.comKris at: Kris@MoneyWheelPodcast.comFor a list of the amazing tools that you can use to build your business, please checkout resources.moneywheelpodcast.com

If you have any questions or comments, you can reach Don at: Don@MoneyWheelPodcast.comKris at: Kris@MoneyWheelPodcast.comFor a list of the amazing tools that you can use to build your business, please checkout resources.moneywheelpodcast.com

If you have any questions or comments, you can reach Don at: Don@MoneyWheelPodcast.comKris at: Kris@MoneyWheelPodcast.comFor a list of the amazing tools that you can use to build your business, please checkout resources.moneywheelpodcast.com

If you have any questions or comments, you can reach Don at: Don@MoneyWheelPodcast.comKris at: Kris@MoneyWheelPodcast.comFor a list of the amazing tools that you can use to build your business, please checkout resources.moneywheelpodcast.com

If you have any questions or comments, you can reach Don at: Don@MoneyWheelPodcast.comKris at: Kris@MoneyWheelPodcast.comFor a list of the amazing tools that you can use to build your business, please checkout resources.moneywheelpodcast.com

If you have any questions or comments, you can reach Don at: Don@MoneyWheelPodcast.comKris at: Kris@MoneyWheelPodcast.comFor a list of the amazing tools that you can use to build your business, please checkout resources.moneywheelpodcast.com

If you have any questions or comments, you can reach Don at: Don@MoneyWheelPodcast.comKris at: Kris@MoneyWheelPodcast.comFor a list of the amazing tools that you can use to build your business, please checkout resources.moneywheelpodcast.com

If you have any questions or comments, you can reach Don at: Don@MoneyWheelPodcast.comKris at: Kris@MoneyWheelPodcast.comFor a list of the amazing tools that you can use to build your business, please checkout resources.moneywheelpodcast.com

If you have any questions or comments, you can reach Don at: Don@MoneyWheelPodcast.comKris at: Kris@MoneyWheelPodcast.comFor a list of the amazing tools that you can use to build your business, please checkout resources.moneywheelpodcast.com

EPISODE SUMMARY: Taking the steps to sell your business is one of the biggest decisions you'll ever make in your life. There is much to consider and many bases to cover...and it requires getting into a mindset that you are ready to turn the enterprise you've spent years building over to someone else. Without question, you should never start a business without an exit strategy in mind. But everything has to line up fiscally AND emotionally to pull that trigger and walk away successful.On Episode 101 of The Business Equation Podcast, I am joined by Robert Clinkenbeard, the CEO of The Radix Group, LLC. Robert made the decision to sell his first company (to the tune of $20M) and now operates other successful enterprises. Today, he's going to share his knowledge on when it makes sense to sell, the mindset you need to develop as an entrepreneur to push through challenging times, how to keep communication strong within large organizations with hundreds of employees, and much more.ABOUT ROBERT: Robert Clinkenbeard is the CEO of The Radix Group, LLC which has offices in Greenville, Phoenix, and the UK. He is an entrepreneur, an author, and a four time Ironman. Having sold his $20M company, he now has several franchises, multiple real estate investments and the largest Peer Group facilitation company in the US, all while raising a large family. He is also a senior leader in EO and therefore understands the challenges of CEO's within growing companies.You can connect with Robert on Linked In or The Radix Group website.Questions for Nick? Hit him up at nickbogacz.com!Nick is a published author! Click here to check out his book, The Pizza Equation: Slicing Up How to Run a Successful Pizza Enterprise.Connect with Nick Bogacz and The Business Equation!Facebook  |  Instagram  |  Twitter  |  Linked InMUSIC CREDIT: Theme music for The Business Equation Podcast - Never Forget by Gareth Johnson & Chris Bussey, via www.audionetwork.com

If you have any questions or comments, you can reach Don at: Don@MoneyWheelPodcast.comKris at: Kris@MoneyWheelPodcast.comFor a list of the amazing tools that you can use to build your business, please checkout resources.moneywheelpodcast.com

If you have any questions or comments, you can reach Don at: Don@MoneyWheelPodcast.comKris at: Kris@MoneyWheelPodcast.comFor a list of the amazing tools that you can use to build your business, please checkout resources.moneywheelpodcast.com

If you have any questions or comments, you can reach Don at: Don@MoneyWheelPodcast.comKris at: Kris@MoneyWheelPodcast.comFor a list of the amazing tools that you can use to build your business, please checkout resources.moneywheelpodcast.com

If you have any questions or comments, you can reach Don at: Don@MoneyWheelPodcast.comKris at: Kris@MoneyWheelPodcast.comFor a list of the amazing tools that you can use to build your business, please checkout resources.moneywheelpodcast.com

If you have any questions or comments, you can reach Don at: Don@MoneyWheelPodcast.comKris at: Kris@MoneyWheelPodcast.comFor a list of the amazing tools that you can use to build your business, please checkout resources.moneywheelpodcast.com

If you have any questions or comments, you can reach Don at: Don@MoneyWheelPodcast.comKris at: Kris@MoneyWheelPodcast.comFor a list of the amazing tools that you can use to build your business, please checkout resources.moneywheelpodcast.com

If you have any questions or comments, you can reach Don at: Don@MoneyWheelPodcast.comKris at: Kris@MoneyWheelPodcast.comFor a list of the amazing tools that you can use to build your business, please checkout resources.moneywheelpodcast.com

EPISODE SUMMARY: Here we are...100 episodes deep! Through all the interviews, through all the solo recordings, through everything...THANK YOU for being a loyal listener of The Business Equation Podcast. My goal is to bring you real conversations with real entrepreneurs and professionals that helps you get an understanding of the mindset necessary to find success in your world. It's obvious we are on a good path together and I can't wait to bring you more quality content as The Business Equation continues to move down the tracks!As we hit the century mark, we are taking a dive deep into the mindset of a stand-up comedian. Without question, speaking in front of an audience is not easy. Add to it the pressure of having to be funny?! The mindset you need to make this all come together is truly special...and today, we are going to hear the story of how one comedian refused to give up until he became successful at his craft.On Episode 100 of The Business Equation Podcast, I am pleased to welcome none other than stand-up comedian Steve Trevino. Steve is a successful comedian across the country and went from working the door at comedy clubs to specials airing on Showtime, Netflix, and Amazon Prime. As you'll learn, it was his never-say-quit attitude and consistent work ethic that led to the break that put him on the map...over 10 years after first breaking into the business.If you like what you hear today, you can check out Steve's comedy specials, discover where he'll be appearing next, listen to his podcast, and connect with him on social media at stevetrevino.com.Questions for Nick? Hit him up at nickbogacz.com!Nick is a published author! Click here to check out his book, The Pizza Equation: Slicing Up How to Run a Successful Pizza Enterprise.Connect with Nick Bogacz and The Business Equation!Facebook  |  Instagram  |  Twitter  |  Linked InMUSIC CREDIT: Theme music for The Business Equation Podcast - Never Forget by Gareth Johnson & Chris Bussey, via www.audionetwork.com

If you have any questions or comments, you can reach Don at: Don@MoneyWheelPodcast.comKris at: Kris@MoneyWheelPodcast.comFor a list of the amazing tools that you can use to build your business, please checkout resources.moneywheelpodcast.com

If you have any questions or comments, you can reach Don at: Don@MoneyWheelPodcast.comKris at: Kris@MoneyWheelPodcast.comFor a list of the amazing tools that you can use to build your business, please checkout resources.moneywheelpodcast.com

EPISODE SUMMARY: There are a lot of things in your life that you can control...and a lot of things you cannot. Regardless of how hard you try, things are going to happen that impact you in a negative way. Knowing this is inevitable, it's important to understand that having resiliency and learning from those negative experiences will make you stronger as you continue to forge ahead in your endeavors.One thing that is in your control is your ability to master your craft. Your ability to get better at what you do each and every day. If you're willing to put in the work, you have a much larger chance of being the best at what you do. It takes daily effort. It takes positive mindset. It takes a commitment to improvement and never getting complacent in your practices.Episode 99 of The Business Equation Podcast exemplifies this philosophy. I'm joined by Patrick Huey, a veteran of the Air Force turned Certified Financial Planner who strongly believes in being readily available for his clients, being present in his business, and keeping his focus on getting a little bit better at what he does with each new day he faces.We also get into plenty of talk about today's market trends and Patrick's views on knowledgeable investors, investing wisely, the value of face-to-face meetings, and more.ABOUT PATRICK: Patrick Huey is the owner of Victory Independent Planning, LLC., as well as the author of History Lessons for the Modern Investor and The Seven Pillars of (Financial) Wisdom.He is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER professional, Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy, and an Accredited Tax Preparer. Patrick earned a Bachelor's degree in History from the University of Pittsburgh, and a Master of Business Administration from Arizona State University. Lieutenant Huey served as a Naval Flight Officer from 1996-2005, earning the Strike Fighter Air Medal during combat operations and two Navy Achievement Medals. He enjoys travel, golf, tennis, and spending time with his wife Dixie and their son Fletcher.You can connect with Patrick and pick up both his books at victoryindependentplanning.com or by email at patrick@victoryindependentplanning.com.Questions for Nick? Hit him up at nickbogacz.com!Nick is a published author! Click here to check out his book, The Pizza Equation: Slicing Up How to Run a Successful Pizza Enterprise.Connect with Nick Bogacz and The Business Equation!Facebook  |  Instagram  |  Twitter  |  Linked InMUSIC CREDIT: Theme music for The Business Equation Podcast - Never Forget by Gareth Johnson & Chris Bussey, via www.audionetwork.com

EPISODE SUMMARY: What are some of the traits you look for when building a team that will take your brand to the next level? There are several factors to weigh, including but not limited to whether you wish to bring someone into your fold with ample experience versus someone who's coachable and possesses a growth mindset that allows them to grow into their position.There are many approaches that work when building your business...and many that don't. The key is implementing what works best for you. Today, we are going to explore strategies and tactics with someone who's helped brands build into the seven figure range and beyond!In Episode 98 of The Business Equation Podcast, I'm joined by none other than Mark Firth. Mark is a successful online entrepreneur who parlayed his years of corporate experience into the foundation of Linkedpreneurs, a company where Mark combines traditional B2B sales and online marketing initiatives to generate quality leads., in 2017.Mark has been helping entrepreneurs and business professionals find success at all levels and today, his energetic and positive outlook will be coming to you in spades as Episode 98 of The Business Equation unfolds!MORE ABOUT MARK: Mark Firth spent a large portion of his life working a corporate job in London, but he was left feeling unfulfilled and in need of creating an impact. He decided to take an extended break and visit Colombia, not knowing it would be one of the best decisions of his life.Mark met, fell in love and quickly started a family in Columbia, but he didn't have a job. To support his new family, he wanted to start an online business and remembered that when he worked for corporate companies like IBM and Siemens, he used LinkedIn to prospect and book qualified sales calls through a personalized approach based on human-to-human connection.It was this revelation that led to the birth of Linkedpreneurs in 2017.Since then, Mark has helped thousands of business owners and solopreneurs to consistently book qualified calls that become clients through LinkedIn using their personal connection system called Emotional Brand Intelligence. In return, his clients have more time, money and freedom to make an impact and change their life.You can connect with Mark on his website markfirthonline.com.Questions for Nick? Hit him up at nickbogacz.com!Nick is a published author! Click here to check out his book, The Pizza Equation: Slicing Up How to Run a Successful Pizza Enterprise.Connect with Nick Bogacz and The Business Equation!Facebook  |  Instagram  |  Twitter  |  Linked InMUSIC CREDIT: Theme music for The Business Equation Podcast - Never Forget by Gareth Johnson & Chris Bussey, via www.audionetwork.com

EPISODE SUMMARY: Think about the last time you had a great customer experience. Everything clicked. The service was spot on, the staff was friendly, and the ambiance was exactly what you expected when you first decided to patronize that business. That type of experience is something that will bring you back time and time again PLUS, you'll be more apt to tell others about how well things went. It's a great feeling.Now, think about the last time you had a terrible customer experience. Definitely not as good of a feeling, right? For whatever reason, the mark was just missed and you were left with a bad taste in your mouth, questioning whether you'd ever do business with that company again.The quality of customer experience is something all companies should be focusing on in 2021 and beyond with all their might. Likewise, the power of effective marketing practices cannot be overlooked in a world that's filled with numerous options all battling for a consumer's attention.In Episode 97 of The Business Equation Podcast, I am pleased to welcome Dr. Charles Livingston onto the mic for a candid discussion about effective marketing techniques, creating the ultimate customer experience, building a brand from nothing to seven figures, and much more.As you'll learn when you dig into today's episode, Dr. Livingston started out as a chiropractor and, after discovering a friend of his started making seven figures a year in the same time it took him to complete chiropractic school, decided to pivot and immerse himself in digital marketing. He learned the ropes from the ground up and eventually found himself building top-tier organizations and earning seven figures himself! His current company, Lifeboost Coffee, is approaching its second appearance on the Inc 500 List.Dr. Livingston is an avid student and focuses on his self-education every day. When he doesn't understand something, he seeks further knowledge...even going as far as to hire a coach to help him progress, like he did when he wanted to get involved with cryptocurrency. He believes in always learning from failures and finding a solution to a customer's problems by any means necessary.Connect with Dr. Livingston and get your hands on some Lifeboost at lifeboostcoffee.com.Questions for Nick? Hit him up at nickbogacz.com!Nick is a published author! Click here to check out his book, The Pizza Equation: Slicing Up How to Run a Successful Pizza Enterprise.Connect with Nick Bogacz and The Business Equation!Facebook  |  Instagram  |  Twitter  |  Linked InMUSIC CREDIT: Theme music for The Business Equation Podcast - Never Forget by Gareth Johnson & Chris Bussey, via www.audionetwork.com

EPISODE SUMMARY: You can never underestimate the impact good communication can have in business (and in life as a whole). Efficient communication typically means an organization is hitting on all cylinders, cranking out positive results and keeping employees happy and engaged. Poor communication typically means productivity is on a decline, results are falling short of targets, and employee morale continues to dip.On Episode 96 of The Business Equation Podcast, I'm joined by Karl Maier, the Founder of Abunden. Karl walks us through some of his early successes, as well as early failures, all leading to this current venture that helps companies improve employee engagement, thus leading to better results and practical growth.ABOUT KARL: Karl Maier has been successfully helping business owners transform from a limiting single manager mode to a scalable management team mode so they can continue to grow their companies.In his various roles over the past 25 years, he has led 6 established companies to double sales in 2 years including one that continued to grow sales by a factor of 7X in 4 years.  Leveraging his successes, Karl developed the Abunden Framework© and led the development of the practical management tools in the Abunden Tools App that helps companies build an engaged team to grow their business.Karl has been the chairperson for the Rice (University) Business Network and the Houston District Export Council as well as a board member for TiE Houston.You can learn more about Abunden at abunden.com.Questions for Nick? Hit him up at nickbogacz.com!Nick is a published author! Click here to check out his book, The Pizza Equation: Slicing Up How to Run a Successful Pizza Enterprise.Connect with Nick Bogacz and The Business Equation!Facebook  |  Instagram  |  Twitter  |  Linked InMUSIC CREDIT: Theme music for The Business Equation Podcast - Never Forget by Gareth Johnson & Chris Bussey, via www.audionetwork.com

EPISODE SUMMARY: If 2020 taught us anything, it was how to deal with adversity. How to navigate through unknown situations. How to adjust and pivot when necessary.In business, the unexpected can happen at any point, throwing operations and procedures into complete disarray and forcing business owners to adapt to the situation...or see the enterprise they worked so hard to build perish before their very eyes.The unexpected happened to Aaron Stokes several years ago. Running a thriving auto repair business, he discovered he was the victim of a well-orchestrated theft...one that, to this day, is still the largest on record in the state of Tennessee.Aaron saw relationships begin to crumble, debt begin to pile up, and hope seemingly slip through his fingers as each day went on. Fortunately, Aaron is a fighter and wasn't about to let years of hard work and dedication fade away without a battle. With a solid support system pushing him forward, he ignored the inner voice that told him to give up and fought to bring things back together again.On Episode 95 of The Business Equation Podcast, Aaron Stokes, Founder of Shop Fix Academy, joins me to tell his story and inspire you when you may be at a point where you need it most. Not only will Aaron tell you about his story of overcoming theft and debt, he'll share how he kept his businesses operational through the COVID-19 pandemic and give you encouragement to keep a positive mindset when even the darkest storm clouds roll in.This is a phenomenal conversation you don't want to miss. Hit that play button now!To learn more and to connect with Aaron, visit shopfixacademy.com. Questions for Nick? Hit him up at nickbogacz.com!Nick is a published author! Click here to check out his book, The Pizza Equation: Slicing Up How to Run a Successful Pizza Enterprise.Connect with Nick Bogacz and The Business Equation!Facebook  |  Instagram  |  Twitter  |  Linked InMUSIC CREDIT: Theme music for The Business Equation Podcast - Never Forget by Gareth Johnson & Chris Bussey, via www.audionetwork.com

EPISODE SUMMARY: Positively visualizing your goals, your desires, and where you want to be in life is the first critical step in the process. It's been talked about time and time again on this podcast with every guest who has picked up a mic because the most successful entrepreneurs understand nothing will happen until their mindset is fully aligned with their goals and visions.In Episode 94 of The Business Equation Podcast, I'm bringing you a special message in solo format about the power of positive visualization. It took me many years of hard work, consistent effort, and, above all else, visualizing what I wanted and keeping the mindset it would take to get me there in tact. From reading books to practicing strategies found within 'The Secret' and 'Think and Grow Rich' to imagining my work uniform for other companies was actually my own, my road to success certainly wasn't paved overnight. But what you'll find in today's show is how I put positive visualization to work in my world and how it continues to drive the accomplishments I achieve, both personally and professionally. Questions for Nick? Hit him up at nickbogacz.com!Nick is a published author! Click here to check out his book, The Pizza Equation: Slicing Up How to Run a Successful Pizza Enterprise.Connect with Nick Bogacz and The Business Equation!Facebook  |  Instagram  |  Twitter  |  Linked InMUSIC CREDIT: Theme music for The Business Equation Podcast - Never Forget by Gareth Johnson & Chris Bussey, via www.audionetwork.com

EPISODE SUMMARY: "I don't know what I'm going to do tomorrow because I still have so much to live for today." --- Tony GrebmeierWhat exactly is "life's dumpster?" Simply put, it's EVERYTHING that you've experienced in your past (good, bad, and ugly) all collected in one place. We all go through life pushing this dumpster in front of us. And what we don't realize is that on the other side of it is our family, our loved ones, and the opportunity to put the past behind us. When you navigate around life's dumpster, you discover a blank slate that allows you to craft a future driven by happiness, success, and fulfillment.In Episode 93 of The Business Equation, I am pleased to be joined by the one and only Tony Grebmeier, a successful CEO, entrepreneur, author, and host of Be Fulfilled: The Real Stories Behind Success. Tony brings complete transparency and vulnerability to the mic today as he shares his past of battling drug and alcohol addiction and how it almost cost him everything...including his life.Tony is approaching 12 years clean and sober and, today, keeps his focus on the positives that navigate his life - growing his company, mentoring his team, impacting the world through his podcast and teachings, being an active, present husband and father for his family, and squeezing every last drop of experience that each day gives him.In this captivating conversation, you'll discover:The  in-depth meaning of life's dumpster and how to get yourself to the other side of itHow to become adaptable as a business ownerHow to put your past behind you and grab hold of the things that matter - family, friends, relationships, success, mental health, etc.The simple fact that life is just a bunch of lessonsWhat you need to do to TRULY get what you want out of life. Not just TALK about it, but actually get itYou can connect with Tony, subscribe to his podcast, and discover how he can help guide you in your entrepreneurial journey by visiting www.tonygrebmeier.com.Questions for Nick? Hit him up at nickbogacz.com!Nick is a published author! Click here to check out his book, The Pizza Equation: Slicing Up How to Run a Successful Pizza Enterprise.Connect with Nick Bogacz and The Business Equation!Facebook  |  Instagram  |  Twitter  |  Linked InMUSIC CREDIT: Theme music for The Business Equation Podcast - Never Forget by Gareth Johnson & Chris Bussey, via www.audionetwork.com

EPISODE SUMMARY: Most entrepreneurs start with nothing and build their business from the ground up. In the age of social media, you may not see all that behind-the-scenes struggle, but  every successful brand, company, and professional you encounter had to develop a mindset that helped them push through the difficult times, get lean when it was necessary, and sacrifice whatever it took to reach the pinnacle of success.In Episode 92 of The Business Equation Podcast, I'm joined by serial entrepreneur Shawn Khorrami to dig deeper into what it takes to build a mindset that will carry you from zero to your definition of success. Among many critical philosophies that he reveals on today's show, Shawn shares his background of starting his life in Iran and migrating to America before he was a teenager, as well as how his father taught him at a young age that "what's yours is yours." This instilled the belief that everything you want out of life is worth fighting for, and as he's built several successful businesses over the years, he hasn't looked back.MORE ABOUT SHAWN: Shawn is a serial entrepreneur, having started and managed more than a dozen businesses, up to $100 million in revenue, involving products and services across a wide range of verticals. In the process, he has managed thousands of employees servicing tens of thousands of customers, large and small, from consumers to small to medium-sized businesses and even governmental entities.He has formal education and extensive hands-on experience in business operations, strategies and planning, marketing, sales, finance, legal, and human resources. He has obtained university diplomas in mathematics, economics, and computers, and earned a law degree.You can connect with Shawn by visiting connectwithshawn.com.Questions for Nick? Hit him up at nickbogacz.com!Nick is a published author! Click here to check out his book, The Pizza Equation: Slicing Up How to Run a Successful Pizza Enterprise.Connect with Nick Bogacz and The Business Equation!Facebook  |  Instagram  |  Twitter  |  Linked InMUSIC CREDIT: Theme music for The Business Equation Podcast - Never Forget by Gareth Johnson & Chris Bussey, via www.audionetwork.com

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In this episode Alton and John ask the important questions of how to be a successful entrepreneur. However, they are not alone in this conversation, with the help of Mike Watts they gain a better understanding that can help you as well. Knowing what drove Mike to be so successful can help open your eyes to more questions and research of your own. Even after the interview it sparked further thoughts and ideas even for Alton and John. Make sure to check out Mike's website for this LoveHandle at www.lovehandle.com and make sure to try out the LoveHandle. Mike also gives Alton and John a look into what other products Mike has been a part of and even give us a look into what is next for LoveHandle.Mike Watts Bio:Mike Watts is an experienced entrepreneur who has 6 startup companies under his belt including founding three consecutive multi-million dollar companies in the last 10 years. Mike has successful exits from three companies including one for over $6 million and he even struck a deal with Daymond John from Shark Tank. Mike currently serves as CEO of LoveHandle, a fast-growing American manufacturer of patented custom smartphone grips and accessories where he leads a team of 30 full-time employees. Mike is a regular keynote speaker for entrepreneur and inventor groups as well as guest professor at Texas A & M University's entrepreneur program in College Station. Mike is a 2-time winner of the Aggie 100 Award for fastest growing companies and has been listed on the Fortune 5000. Mike is currently launching his own business podcast - The Mike Watts Show - focused on sharing the detailed stories of failures and successes throughout his start-up journeys culminating in actionable and practical advice for aspiring entrepreneurs. Mike has his own professional production studio on-site for interviews and remote podcasts.#entrepreneur #lovehandle #businessSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/thedecidingfactor)