Podcasts about how to scale a business

#74: Most business success doesn't come from one big move—it comes from doing the right things over and over, on purpose. In this episode, we're breaking down the real power of repetition in business: why it works, how it builds momentum, and how those daily reps are the bridge from being good... to becoming world-class.I'll share personal stories from my background in athletics, explain the systems I've built to keep my business engine running, and unpack why early results might seem slow, but behind the scenes, they're compounding fast. Whether you're creating content, making sales calls, underwriting deals, or building client relationships, repetition isn't boring, it's your most underrated competitive advantage.If you're aiming to be the best at what you do, this episode is the reminder (and push) to keep showing up and putting in the reps.If you are interested in making an additional $100k this year in private lending-then. you need to register for our National Private Lending Conference, Sept. 3-4 in Las Vegas! Check it out! https://www.americanlendingconference.com/

The NRA Tried to Shut Him Down. What Happened Next Made Him a Millionaire – Tim Schmidt #169 Tim Schmidt is the founder of USCCA — a company with nearly 1 million members and over 700 employees, dedicated to firearms education, self-defense, and Second Amendment rights. But Tim didn't start at the top. In this raw and riveting episode of On The Homefront, Jeff Dudan uncovers Tim's journey from getting fired for outperforming his boss, to working 12-hour overnight shifts, to launching a failing magazine that transformed into a self-defense empire. You'll hear how Tim fought off a hostile takeover by the NRA, built a national instructor network, and turned personal protection into a mission-driven movement. If you've ever doubted yourself, been underestimated, or needed a reason to keep going — this one's for you.

The NRA Tried to Shut Him Down. What Happened Next Made Him a Millionaire – Tim Schmidt #169 Tim Schmidt is the founder of USCCA — a company with nearly 1 million members and over 700 employees, dedicated to firearms education, self-defense, and Second Amendment rights. But Tim didn't start at the top. In this raw and riveting episode of On The Homefront, Jeff Dudan uncovers Tim's journey from getting fired for outperforming his boss, to working 12-hour overnight shifts, to launching a failing magazine that transformed into a self-defense empire. You'll hear how Tim fought off a hostile takeover by the NRA, built a national instructor network, and turned personal protection into a mission-driven movement. If you've ever doubted yourself, been underestimated, or needed a reason to keep going — this one's for you.

College debt or career head start? In this episode of Blue Collar Millionaire, we dive deep into the growing opportunities in the blue collar space and why more people are choosing trades over traditional degrees. We break down real numbers—man-hour profitability from carpet cleaning to fire restoration—and explain how young workers can go from zero experience to business ownership in just a few years. We talk about: Why blue collar isn't a fallback—it's a fast track The massive wave of retiring business owners creating buyout opportunities How private equity is now paying attention to trades Why learning on the job beats student loans And how YOU can make a multi-million dollar exit in under 5 years Whether you're starting fresh, looking to scale, or want to buy a service-based business, this episode is for you.

How do you scale a construction company WITHOUT burning out, f*cking up your margins, or ending up back on the tools? In this episode, I sit down with my client Ian Lambert, a builder who decided he was DONE being “just another tradesman”… and instead built a serious business. We break down exactly how the coaching in Alliance helped Ian: ✅ Go from working IN the business to leading it ✅ Build systems that let him step back ✅ Land higher-quality clients (who pay more, expect less BS) ✅ And finally scale his construction company to the next level This isn't your usual “feel good” story. This is what happens when a self-employed builder gets honest, gets a roadmap, and gets to WORK. If you're a builder, contractor, or construction business owner who wants more than just a diary full of jobs - you need to watch this. What we cover:

Richard Levy, founder and CEO of Sophera Marketing, joins host Nicholas Kuhne on From Startup to Wunderbrand to share how startups can thrive by using strategic marketing over big-budget tactics. From real-world case studies to practical frameworks like the Three C's of Positioning and the importance of diagnostics before tactics, this episode is packed with lessons for any founder, marketer, or brand strategist looking to build a business that scales and succeeds.Call to ActionLearn more about Richard Levy and how Sophera Marketing can help your business thrive:

Episode 136: Grab the Ultimate Ad Script right HERE - https://join.digitaltrailblazer.com/ultimate-ad-scriptOne of the difficult lessons entrepreneurs learn when building and scaling their businesses is that the things that got you to 6 figures are not the things that will get you to 7 figures… and the things that got you to 7 figures are not the things that will get you to 8 figures.In this episode Sabir Semerkant tells us the lessons he's learned in starting, building, and scaling several businesses to 8 figures, and the keys to triggering growth whenever your business hits a plateau.About Sabir Semerkant: Sabir is an eCommerce expert, growth strategist, and entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience driving over $1 billion in revenue. Endorsed by Gary Vee, Neil Patel, and Matt Higgins (SharkTank), Sabir has advised Fortune 500 companies, scaled startups, and helped brands like Coca-Cola, Canon, Tommy Hilfiger, and Sour Patch Kids achieve rapid growth.In 2024, Sabir's Rapid 2X program boosted growth for 29 brands across 17 industries, delivering a 108% average increase in just 21 days. Prior programs have scaled over 150 brands, including Ashley Stewart, which grew from $3M to $30M under Sabir's leadership.Check Out Sabir's “2x in 21 Days” Training: https://growthbysabir.com/trailblazerConnect with Sabir: https://growthbysabir.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sabirsemerkant Twitter: https://twitter.com/sabirsemerkant Instagram: https://instagram.com/sabirsemerkant YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/SabirSemerkantGrab the Ultimate Ad Script right HERE - https://join.digitaltrailblazer.com/ultimate-ad-script✅ Connect With Us:Website - https://DigitalTrailblazer.comFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/digitaltrailblazerTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@digitaltrailblazerTwitter: https://twitter.com/DgtlTrailblazerInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/DigitalTrailblazer

Episode 134: Grab the Ultimate Ad Script right HERE - https://join.digitaltrailblazer.com/ultimate-ad-scriptMost people start an online business with a great idea, but they try to implement that idea in a way that handicaps their success and end up wasting years of time, money, and effort trying to implement a business plan that really has very low potential.In this episode, Donna Leyens explains the critical elements of your business that you need to build into your plan from the very beginning in order to ensure that your business is highly scalable and so that sales can come smoothly and easily.About Donna Leyens: Donna is a Certified Professional Coach, as well as President and co-founder of Pumpkin Plan Your Biz.She has more than 20 years of experience as an entrepreneur, and has spent the past 15 of those years as a business coach, facilitator, and trainer. She has impacted the lives of thousands of entrepreneurs, coaches, and consultants around the globe, teaching and guiding them to transform their business from a time, energy, and money-sucking monster into a vehicle for living their best lives. In 2012 Donna partnered with best-selling business author Mike Michalowicz to create a business growth coaching framework based on the strategy and methods in his book, “The Pumpkin Plan: A Simple Strategy to Grow a Remarkable Business in Any Field”.Donna took the concepts in the book and developed them into a robust set of tools and a step-by-step process that leads to organic business growth. She also developed a training and certification program for business coaches and consultants to learn and use this proven, highly effective process that creates exceptional business growth and scalability for small businesses and time freedom for business owners.Download Donna's “Pumpkin Plan Booster Pack” here: https://pumpkinplanyourbiz.com/trailblazer/Connect with Donna: https://pumpkinplanyourbiz.com https://www.facebook.com/groups/PumpkinPlannersRock https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063591248629 https://www.linkedin.com/company/pumpkin-plan-your-biz/ https://www.youtube.com/@pumpkinplanyourbizGrab the Ultimate Ad Script right HERE - https://join.digitaltrailblazer.com/ultimate-ad-script✅ Connect With Us:Website - https://DigitalTrailblazer.comFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/digitaltrailblazerTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@digitaltrailblazerTwitter: https://twitter.com/DgtlTrailblazerInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/DigitalTrailblazer

Learn why scaling smarter is the ultimate key to sustainable business growth. In this video, we uncover the numbers behind scaling a business effectively and the strategies needed for long-term success. We'll guide you through actionable steps, from reverse engineering your goals to tracking critical metrics like customer acquisition costs and profit margins, to help you build a business that works for you. What you'll learn in this episode: ✅ How to reverse-engineer your revenue goals for clarity and focus ✅ Why understanding unit costs is a game-changer for profitability ✅ How to avoid common pitfalls when projecting growth ✅ The role of data tracking in achieving scalability ✅ Steps to set realistic, achievable year-end goals  

Balancing business growth with family life has been a challenge for me for years. As a husband and father of three wonderful children, everything I do is with my family in mind. I've often found myself grinding, trying to scale, but feeling stuck in the day-to-day operations. When I heard Brian Keane, fitness entrepreneur and ultra-endurance athlete, talk about how scalable business models can automate growth, it really struck a chord. He talks about how automating repetitive tasks, delegating what doesn't need your personal attention, and setting up systems can free up time and energy - and that's the real win.About Brian KeaneBrian Keane, a fitness entrepreneur and the CEO of Brian Keane Fitness LLC,  has built a thriving business by combining his passion for health with smart, scalable strategies. A former elementary school teacher, Brian transitioned into the fitness world in 2012, becoming a professional fitness model and setting up his own business. He has since become a 3-time bestselling author and the host of one of the top health podcasts globally. His journey includes incredible endurance feats, like running six back-to-back marathons through the Sahara Desert, 230km through the Arctic Circle, and finishing in the top 10 of the Jackpot 100-mile ultra marathon in 2020. Over the years, Brian has grown his business by offering high-ticket coaching, bestselling books, and evergreen online courses that run on autopilot. His approach has allowed him to create a lifestyle of freedom, where he focuses on his passions while the business grows.Key Insights:Optimize with data and feedback. Regularly review what's working by using tools like customer feedback, analytics, and automation metrics to continually improve and optimize business processes.Develop evergreen products. Create products or courses that you build once and sell repeatedly. Brian's evergreen fitness courses generate passive income with minimal ongoing work.Automate key processes. Identify repetitive tasks in your business like customer onboarding, email marketing, or payments, and use software to automate them. Tools like Zapier, automated emails, or CRMs can help you streamline these tasks efficiently.Focus on niche markets. Narrow your target audience to a specific niche where you can offer specialized products or services. This can help you stand out from competitors and better meet the unique needs of your audience.Build a strong personal brand. Invest time in building your personal brand through content creation, public speaking, and appearances. Establish yourself as an authority in your field, which will naturally attract more clients and opportunities.Brian's best advice for entrepreneurs:“Create a business you never want to retire from; longevity is the secret to wealth creation.”Connect with Brian Keane:InstagramFacebookYouTubeFollow Beyond 8 Figures:LinkedInXWebsite

Want to be a guest on the podcast? Apply to appear on the show here: https://forms.gle/QKYmRmeogwtnSnyEADo you want to grow your podcast and monetise your audience? Get my exact system here: https://voics.ck.page/2d96ec1846Ever wonder how you can run a $200K/month business working only two days a week?In this episode of the Kickoff Sessions podcast, Patrick O'Connell breaks down the exact strategies he's used to build highly profitable productized businesses that require minimal hands-on involvement.Patrick reveals how focusing on high-ticket offers and systematizing processes allows him to maintain a $1M/year business while working just 10 hours a week. He shares his step-by-step approach to creating a scalable business structure that generates consistent revenue without the burnout.This episode offers an honest, raw look at entrepreneurship, scaling strategies, and the mindset required to reach your goals—without sacrificing what matters most.Enjoyed the episode? Hit the like button, subscribe for more, and don't forget to turn on notifications so you never miss an update!Tenplus delivers a potent blend of electrolytes crafted for peak hydration in tropical climates, combined with the power of Indonesian plant-based ingredients. The result? A hydration drink that is not only refreshing but also supercharges performance and speeds up recovery.Get 10% off Tenplus: https://www.mytenplus.com/kickoffConnect with Patrick:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/profitabledesignerMy Socials:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/darrenlee.ksLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/darren-lee1(00:00) Preview and Intro(02:33) Scaling Through Paid Traffic(06:02) Bank Robbery in Chicago(13:01) Patricks Current Business Model(18:24) Building a Business Alone vs With a Team?(19:16) How do you manage multiple offers without diluting focus?(24:38) Setting Boundaries with Clients (31:08) Balancing Recurring vs. Project-based Work?(47:43) Learning From People Who are Ahead of You(49:11) Playing the Long-term Game (52:25) Breaking Down Serge Gatari's Secret to Success(55:04) Alex Hormozi's Business Model(57:17) Speed and Efficiency in Business (01:00:52) Patricks's Sales Strategies (01:05:02) Patrick's Revenue and Margins(01:07:41) Managing Fluctuations in Revenue (01:19:09) The Importance of Consistency(01:20:32) What Make a Podcast Successful (01:23:25) Why Podcasts Are a Long Term Play(01:33:31) Long-form vs Short-form(01:41:16) The Future of Podcasting Support the show

Today, we're joined by the amazing Cris Cawley, a consulting extraordinaire turned book publishing expert. Cris is the CEO of Game Changer Publishing–a hybrid publishing company that offers a strategic approach to publishing a book for the primary purpose of growing your business. In this week's episode, Cris reveals the transformative power of books to drive traffic to high-ticket offers and establish authority, just like Russell Brunson's success. We also discuss the difference between traditional and modern publishing and how the bestseller book list works. Plus, Cris breaks down the elements of a successful book launch, what to avoid when publishing, and a whole lot more. Are you ready to dive into the world of book publishing? Let's get started!   Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) How Cris got into the publishing space (02:14) The marketing industry's evolution (04:34) Why launch a book (07:10) The truth about the coaching business model (09:20) Harnessing the power of a book  (17:04) How Russell Brunson drives traffic with books (21:27) How the bestseller list really works (24:35) 3 different models of book publishing (31:34) Elements of a successful book launch (Hint: It's not pre-launch!) (36:33) Biggest mistakes people make when launching a book (39:16) Cris's AI-assisted book publishing software (40:57) Advice for young entrepreneurs (44:06) Keep up with Cris (46:50)   Additional Resources: ➡️ Learn more at: https://beyondamillion.com/ ➡️ Watch full episodes here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5hbIUyUb68J3nhHSAGDrmUxX4vgXQ4b8 ➡️ Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Beyondamillion?sub_confirmation=1   Let's Connect:

Today, we're diving into some of the key lessons shared by individuals who are very near and dear to our podcast. Cody Sperber is one of the world's leading real estate investors and educators, a top-rated keynote speaker, and the founder of multiple 8-figure-a-year businesses. Wes Watson spent 10 years in a California prison, only to build a coaching business that generates tens of thousands every single day. They are known for their relentless grind, epic drive to compete, and unique approaches to leadership. However, so much of their success comes down to mastering the fundamentals of entrepreneurship—doing the basics better than most, with relentless dedication and consistency. In today's episode, we're highlighting 14 essential lessons in business that will remind you of the fundamentals that truly matter. Any entrepreneur who manages to embody these lessons fully is guaranteed to be well on their way to achieving all their goals. I hope these messages from Wes, Cody, and myself find you well on your journey to boldly go beyond a million. Let's dive in!   Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) It all comes down to what's selling (01:51) Don't fixate on the results! Do this instead… (04:31) What keeps 99% of entrepreneurs from growing (07:22) Use routines to keep yourself on track (10:27) Focus on what you're really good at (13:39) The key to steady long-term growth (15:21) Unlearn the stuff that's dragging you down (18:04)  Vertical strategies will 10x your growth (21:05) If you're stuck, make sure you do this (22:32) How to secure top-level talent (26:32) Be prepared for anything you want (33:32)  Invest in real estate with your business (36:42) Engage in playful competition (42:23)  Why you should keep pushing after your first million (43:43)   Additional Resources: ➡️ Learn more at: https://beyondamillion.com/ ➡️ Watch full episodes here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5hbIUyUb68J3nhHSAGDrmUxX4vgXQ4b8 ➡️ Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Beyondamillion?sub_confirmation=1   Let's Connect:

The Tidbit Hotline is open once again! On today's episode, hosts Kim Bryden and Tessa Velazquez are teaming up with guest Vance Reavie of Junction AI to continue the conversation from last week's episode about how AI can help small businesses. Small business owner Jon Henry of Jon Henry General Store in Virginia, called in wondering how to best add new specialty beverages to his existing line of traditional soft drinks. Kim, Tessa and Vance brainstorm ideas for Jon's challenge, including predictive retail analytics and in-person data collection strategies. Show notes:Host: Kim Bryden, Tessa VelazquezProducer: Gabriela SaldiviaGuests: Vance Reavie, Junction.ai, hello@junction.aiJon Henry, Jon Henry General Store, https://jonhenrygeneralstore.com/

Show Description: In this compelling episode, we sit down with DJ Muller, a tech entrepreneur, founder of WebLink International, and owner of 1 to 100 Advisors, a consultancy firm helping founders/CEOs of B2B companies scale their own companies. From his early days growing up in national parks across the United States to launching his first tech company at the age of 14, DJ's journey is a testament to the power of curiosity, innovation, and resilience. Dive into DJ's world as he shares insights from his roller-coaster career in tech, including the highs of scaling a business to the challenges of navigating customer satisfaction and financial sustainability. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a tech enthusiast, or someone looking for a dose of inspiration, this episode promises to deliver valuable lessons and stories to fuel your passion and ambition. Show Notes: Introduction to DJ's Unique Background - 4:00: DJ's talks about his intriguing childhood influenced by his national park upbringing and the entrepreneurial spirit instilled by his family. First Venture into Tech Entrepreneurship - 7:30: Discover how DJ's love for computers and problem-solving led him to create revolutionary scheduling software at just 14, laying the groundwork for his future ventures. Lessons from Early Business Ventures - 11:30: DJ reflects on the invaluable lessons learned from his first business, emphasizing the importance of support systems and the drive to innovate. Mischief and Innovation - 14:00: A lighter moment with DJ sharing tales of school pranks that showcased his early knack for technology and creativity. From College to Tech Pioneer - 18:00: Follow DJ's journey from being a sought-after engineer to quitting his job to start an internet company that would redefine membership management software for associations. Scaling Up and Overcoming Obstacles - 23:00 - 27:00: DJ's move back to Indianapolis marked a new chapter with patent applications, mentorship from ExactTarget founders, and crucial lessons in scaling a business and managing cash flow during tough times. Unexpected Success Stories - 37:45: DJ shares surprising verticals that thrived under his company's solutions, offering insights into market fit and innovation. Tech for Good: Relay Initiative - 40:00: Learn about DJ's involvement with High Alpha and the development of Relay, a platform enhancing communication between citizens and law enforcement. The Power of AI in Business - 46:00: A deep dive into how AI can serve as a productivity tool across various fields, emphasizing its role in financial planning and analysis. Keys to Scaling a Business - 1:13:15: DJ discusses his advisory company, 1 to 100 Advisors, and the critical traits of successful team members, drawing on his extensive experience to help others grow their businesses. Vision for the Future - 1:18:00: DJ outlines his vision for 1 to 100 advisors and the impactful projects on his radar, aiming to leave a lasting legacy in the tech world. A Lasting Legacy - 1:22:00: Reflecting on how he wants to be remembered, DJ shares his aspirations for making a significant impact through technology and mentorship.

Business expansion comes hand in hand with daunting challenges, particularly when venturing into franchising. Devan Kline, the co-founder of Burn Boot Camp, has skillfully navigated this path, transforming a humble fitness venture into a soaring $400 million enterprise. Today, he sits down with A.J. to share the lessons he learned from growing his fitness franchise, the challenges of scaling from 10 to 100 million, and the importance of people operating systems.About Devan Kline:Devan Kline is a dynamic entrepreneur, renowned fitness expert, and motivational speaker known for his relentless commitment to health and wellness. As a co-founder and CEO of Burn Boot Camp, a thriving fitness brand valued at $400 million, he has reached outstanding heights in the fitness industry.Starting his entrepreneurial journey with just $600, Devan and his spouse transformed a simple parking lot boot camp into a fitness empire spanning over 200 locations. His story is a testament to his impassioned dedication, risk-taking, and visionary leadership.Key InsightsCreate a community around your product. Your product draws customers in, but the sense of community and connection fosters long-term loyalty and engagement. Aim to build a supportive environment by creating meaningful, value-centered engagements through regular interactions, customer appreciation, or active participation in community initiatives. (06:34)Speak your customers' language. Use the common language of your customers so that you can cultivate a deeper connection with them and build a supportive community around your brand. This will drive the expansion and sustained growth of your business franchise. (09:49)Lead by example. When leaders live the values they preach, it inspires their employees, reinforcing the company's culture and strengthening the organization as a whole. So, live your values, inspire people through actions, and cultivate a work culture that mirrors your brand's ethos. (13:18) Keep a clear vision. Business growth requires clarity that aligns with your goals and objectives. This creates direction and minimizes potential risks or missteps during the expansion phase. It ensures your business continues on the correct path and helps with decision-making, planning, and strategizing for successful growth. (26:17)Stay focused. Focus on your main operations and avoid distractions that may hamper growth, compromise product or service quality, and lead to unexpected challenges. Stay focused on primary goals, ensuring every step aligns with your overall mission for effective and efficient scaling. (38:35)Devan's best advice for entrepreneurs:“The business needs to serve something greater than itself. And you can't just wake up every day staring at an issues list and a book of problems and pretend that you thrive in the chaos. Everybody needs a pat on the back every once in a while.” (30:33)Connect with Devan:LinkedInYouTubeInstagramResources Mentioned:Burn Boot CampEntrepreneurial Operating System by Gino WickmanTraction by Gino WickmanThe 21 Success Secrets of Self-Made Millionaires by Brian TracyThe E-Myth Revisited by Michael GerberFollow Beyond 8 Figures:LinkedinTwitterWebsiteAffiliate Disclaimer: Some links in this episode are affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Rest assured, we only promote products/services we believe will benefit your entrepreneurial journey. 

Global expansion offers many business benefits, but it requires careful planning and a deliberate approach. Kanessa Muluneh of Mulu joins A.J. to discuss how she built a multimillion-dollar lifestyle brand and global influence spanning different industries and continents. She dives deep into her immigration journey, the challenges of unfamiliar territories, and overcoming cultural barriers. About Kanessa Muluneh:Kanessa Muluneh is the Founder of MULU, a multimillion-dollar plus-size clothing brand. She comes from Ethiopia but was raised in the Netherlands. From reshaping fashion with MULU to launching Europe's first Female American Football League, Kanessa uses her global influence to solve actual problems for her audience and make a true impact beyond business.She started six businesses by age 32 but also built diverse streams of income and companies. She's not just an entrepreneur; Kanessa prefers to call herself a ‘problem solver.' Shaped by her cultural background and motivated by impact, Kanessa brings a unique perspective to the table, fostering learning in underserved regions and inspiring a new generation of entrepreneurs worldwide.Key Insights: Take the time to adjust to a new market. Every new market is different and it requires a different game plan. No matter how much you read and learn about it, you can never be fully prepared to take on a new market until you have boots on the ground. So, it's essential to take your time with global expansion, stay agile, and learn from the local environment. (06:01) Find your unique differentiator. The thing with achieving significant success is pinpointing what sets you apart and then playing to those qualities. Just like Kanessa recognized what made her special to her audience, you can leverage your special traits to your advantage and turn them into value for your customers. This will attract more like-minded people to you, create stronger bonds with them, and ultimately build a successful personal brand. (15:48) Learn from your mistakes. Much like every other person on the planet, you will also make mistakes. But what matters for your entrepreneurial journey is to find a lesson in every failure. They are the most valuable opportunities for growth and improvement. (17:55) Surround yourself with supportive people. A strong support system is one of the key factors for success in life. That can be your family member, friend, or partner, but it can also be a mentor. So, find someone who will hold you accountable, push you to new levels, and help you achieve your goals. With that kind of support, everything is possible. (19:35) Let go of fear. The best things in life are on the other side of fear. Despite the fact that fear is a natural human emotion, you can't let it get in the way of your goals. So, instead of just ignoring these anxious feelings, learn to use them to your advantage. Sit with your fears to uncover what's truly underneath. Then, when you're ready, take small steps outside of your comfort zone because that's how the most rewarding experiences will happen. (32:16) Kanessa's best advice for entrepreneurs:“Sometimes people are quick to just say, ‘Just work hard, work smart, whatever.' It's not just that. It's really your support system or the people around you that can get you to where you are sometimes.” (19:55)Connect with Kanessa:  Instagram TikTok LinkedIn Resources Mentioned:MULUFollow Beyond 8 Figures: Linkedin Twitter Website

Josh Pather started a photo booth rental business as a side hustle in 2012. Within 3 years, Photo Booth International was doing over 800 events every year, and today they average $500,000 a month in revenue. Hear Josh's advice for how to scale a business from side hustle to huge revenue in this episode. When Josh got started in photo booth rentals, he had no plans to turn it into a full-time business. He was just looking for a way to make some extra income on the side of his full-time job. When that job moved overseas, he took it as a sign that it was time to grow his photo booth rental business. Today, they're not only thriving, but are helping other people achieve financial freedom with their own photo booth rentals. In this interview, we'll get the inside scoop from Josh on how he got started in the photo booth rental business. He'll share the early mistakes he made, what he learned in the process, and how his expertise in marketing, combined with good old fashioned hard work, helped him to achieve the impressive revenue Photo Booth International brings in today. ResourcesPhotoBoothInt.com - Find out more about the company on their websitePhoto Booth International CRM - Get the PBI booking system and CRMUpFlip HUB - Get knowledge and resources to help you start or grow a business from UpFlipThe Business Startup & Growth Blueprint Course - A free course to help anyone start their own businessHow to Start and Grow a Side Hustle in 2023 - Episode 68 of the UpFlip podcast with Nick Loper from the Side Hustle ShowFacebook Lead Ads - Tool for generating new leads and clients for your businessThe 10X Rule - Book by Grant Cardone on how to take the right actions to achieve your dreamsConnect with UpFlip: On Facebook On Instagram @UpFlipOfficial on Twitter For more insights to start, build, or grow a business, check out the resources on UpFlip.com or head to the UpFlip YouTube channel to see more interviews with business owners and experts. Thanks for listening!

Designjoy started as a side hustle in 2017. Now, it's a $1.5 million a year agency–and Brett Williams still runs it as a solopreneur. He'll share how to start a design agency and scale it to 7 figures in this interview.Brett's life with Designjoy wasn't smooth sailing from the outset. His workload was a big problem for his first three years, when he was working 12-hour days and earning less than he should. That was when he unlocked how to scale a business the right way, making an innovative shift that sliced his work time in half and skyrocketed his revenue. A design agency can be among the best solopreneur business ideas–if you know how to run and scale it the right way. Brett will share the mistakes he made early on and how he adjusted to choose better clients, letting him cut down on his workload while increasing his revenue. Resources:Designjoy.co - Learn more about the business at their websiteBrettFromDJ - Connect with Brett on XHow to Start a Business: The Ultimate Guide - UpFlip blog post How to Earn $4.8M/Year Doing What You Love - Episode 76 of the UpFlip podcast where Chris Do from The Futur shares how to make money from your passionWebflow - Code generating platform with a visual interfaceFigma - Collaboration platform for designersIndie Hackers - Community for founders and creators Company of One - Book by Paul Jarvis on the power of staying small in businessConnect with UpFlip: On Facebook On Instagram @UpFlipOfficial on Twitter For more insights to start, build, or grow a business, check out the resources on UpFlip.com or head to the UpFlip YouTube channel to see more interviews with business owners and experts. Thanks for listening!

What goes into revamping a digital marketing agency?  In this episode, I take you behind the scenes of my agency, Stock Media's, website redesign.  We cover: 1. The Agency's Mission Discover what our digital marketing agency is all about, the core objectives that drive our success, and what we're doing to keep pushing boundaries within the industry. 2. Scaling Strategies Learn about the strategic shifts we're implementing within the agency to drive growth and scale our operations effectively. 3. Websites vs. Funnels Explore the debate between traditional websites and high-converting funnels and the impact they can have on your online presence. 4. Building a Funnel Hub Uncover the concept of creating a funnel hub and why it's crucial for streamlining your online marketing efforts. 5. Agency Website Revamp Take a behind-the-scenes look at the process of revamping our agency's website and the thought process that goes into it. 6. The Art of Branding Delve into the exciting world of rebranding and the importance of a cohesive brand identity. 7. Crafting Compelling Messages Get insights into the art of tailoring your messaging to resonate with your target audience. 8. Finding Your 'Rockstar Moment' Discover the significance of identifying and capitalizing on your brand's unique strengths and moments of brilliance. 9. Website Design Essentials Explore the key elements to consider when designing a website that captivates your audience and converts visitors into customers. 10. Harnessing the Power of Video Learn how incorporating video content on your website can elevate your online presence and engagement. 11. Marketing Your Website Launch Get valuable tips and strategies for effectively marketing your newly revamped website to maximize its impact. Tune in to this episode to gain valuable insights and inspiration for your own website redesign, and to see what truly goes on behind the scenes.   We talk about:  [1:00] What my digital marketing agency is set up to do [1:45] The shifts we're making within the agency to scale [3:30] Websites vs. funnels [7:50] Creating a funnel hub [10:30] The process of revamping our agency's website [11:10] Redoing the branding [13:20] Tailoring your messaging  [15:20] Finding your 'rockstar moment' [19:25] Designing your website [22:10] Using video on your website [23:15] Marketing your new website launch   Resources mentioned in this episode: Go High Level: https://www.gohighlevel.com/?fp_ref=stock-media-inc12 Connect with me Website - https://lisaanne.ca  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/LisaAnneCoaching Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/LisaAnneCoaching YouTube - http://www.YouTube.com/LisaAnneCoaching  LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/LisaAnneCoaching  Facebook Group -  www.facebook.com/groups/MoreThanSocial

Are you looking to invest in real estate but struggling to secure funding? In this episode we sit down with hard money lending experts Matthew Weber and Michael Strasser of Alpha Funding, a leading private real estate funding company based out of New Jersey that lends in 48 states. Matthew and Michael provide expert insights on the ins and outs of hard money lending, including how it differs from traditional financing options, and why it has gained such popularity among real estate investors. Throughout the episode they educate us on all the different loan packages that they currently have available and who the ideal investor is for each type of loan. Their loan packages include options in Fix & Flip, New Construction, Rental, Commercial Bridge, Multifamily Term, and Cash Out Refinances. If you are an investor looking to build a relationship with a top tier hard money lender, you are in the right place. Due to their extensive knowledge in the space and wide array of loan packages, we've decided to partner up with Alpha Funding to provide customized lending options for our listeners. Make sure to visit www.alphafunding.com and let the team know that we sent you! You will get to work one on one with a loan specialist to find the right option for your specific deal. If Alpha isn't the right fit, they have a massive network and will be happy to connect you with the right person. If you would like us to personally make the introduction, just drop us a DM on Instagram and we'll connect you directly. All that having been said, sit back, relax, and tune in as we demystify hard money lending with Matthew and Michael!

This week, we are taking a break from interviews to provide you with free access to Host Vincent A. Lanci's 3rd "Where to Begin in Entrepreneurship" workshop with audience engagement throughout. Key Focus: Gaining confidence, getting started, and scaling.To watch the video version of this engagement, head to this link.To receive a free PDF copy of the presentation, email PodcastsByLanci@gmail.com.To request a free discovery call with Lanci, email PodcastsByLanci@gmail.com.Outline of Engagement Funded by the InLab at HCC:Meet the PresenterWhat is an entrepreneur? Which job(s) does an entrepreneur hold?Characteristics of an entrepreneurWhat led Lanci to entrepreneurshipAreas to think about before becoming an entrepreneur: Getting started!How to grow in entrepreneurshipFears entrepreneurs faceSigning off with 3 challenges: Call to ActionQ&AEmail: PodcastsByLanci@Gmail.comListen to A Mental Health Break here: https://AMentalHealthBreak.Buzzsprout.comWebsite:  https://www.VincentALanci.com/YouTubeShow InstagramHost InstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInFor Digital Editing / Potential Podcast Guests Inquiries, email PodcastsByLanci@Gmail.comAdventure by MusicbyAden | https://soundcloud.com/musicbyadenHappy | https://soundcloud.com/morning-kuliIf you enjoyed this week's show, click the subscribe button to stay current.Listen to A Mental Health Break Episodes hereTune into Writing with Authors here

Ryan Allen went from working in a small jewelry shop while looking to get placed as a full time fire fighter in South Florida, to seeing a need in the industry.  Ryan noticed internet sales were up in his space, but brick and mortar were closing.  He then set out to create a online market place connecting jewelers and customers in a transparent and fair fashion, where Jewelers can scale their business online and customers get the best custom quality pieces...all while still working this job as a firefighter. What I love most about interviewing and hearing his story, was how he executed on his vision.  This is a great inspiring story for anyone who has a dream of turning a side hustle into their dream career. Connect with Ryan:Website: https://jewelersconnect.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-allen-2630a5148/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jewelers_connect/+++++▶︎ Subscribe to the Podcast!PODCAST  |  https://bit.ly/3bU6D3l ▶︎ Please Follow & Connect with me! Link's BelowWEBSITE  |  https://tyzerevans.comYOUTUBE  |  https://youtube.com/c/tyzerevansINSTAGRAM  |  https://instagram.com/tyzerevansFACEBOOK  |  https://facebook.com/grindsellelevateLINKEDIN  |  https://linkedin.com/in/tyzerevansTWITTER  |  https://twitter.com/tyzerevansTIKTOK  |  https://tiktok.com/tyzerevansPATREON  |  https://patreon.com/tyzerevansCheck out Tyzer's other podcast, "The Book Legion” at https://thebooklegion.comCheck out our sponsor  Odin's Rune Clothing Co. : https://bit.ly/odinsrune, clothing for those who want to burn the boats to live a purpose-driven lifeAre you a YouTuber? Then you need to have TubeBuddy to help with optimizing your search results, it is free; all you need to do it hit the link below, add it to your chrome extension, and you will start improving your search results on YouTube: https://www.tubebuddy.com/grindsellelevateDo you love Coffee? Our sponsor Coffee. Love. Hope. Has fun coffee mugs and shirts for gifts! Check out their store here: https://etsy.me/3gTBVfZ

The #1 rated restaurant on Yelp, a humble poke bowl shack in a small town started 6 years ago, has captured the hearts and taste buds of customers worldwide. What's truly inspiring about this business isn't just its delicious food– it's the owner's unwavering commitment to following God's plan and timing as a guiding principle for success. For only .99 CENTS order my new book “The Wealthy Way: Don't Go Broke Trying To Get Rich” and get FREE access to my new course “Business Builder Academy” where I go over all the fundamentals of building a 7-figure business. https://www.wealthyway.com/book______________________________________________________Here's how my businesses can help you:Want to be coached by me on real estate investing? Apply at https://wealthyinvestor.comAre you an entrepreneur who wants to build their personal brand on social media? Go to https://wealthycreator.ioYou can invest in my real estate deals! Go to https://pinedacapital.comNeed tax and accounting help? Contact my CPA Firm! https://TrueBooksCPA.com/For a free consultation with my team go to https://RyanPineda.com______________________________________________________My other social media channels:Subscribe to my real estate only channel "Wealthy Investor" https://www.youtube.com/c/futureflipper1Follow me on Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/ryanpinedahttps://www.tiktok.com/@ryanpinedahttps://www.twitter.com/ryanpineda______________________________________________________In this inspiring podcast, Micheal Sterling shares how his dependence on God and dedication to serving others has led him to create the thriving business that not only satisfies appetites, but also nourishes the soul. By prioritizing the “W” in Wealth - Worship - Micheal Sterling has built a business that is a bright example of how divine guidance and hard work can lead to tremendous success. No matter what business you're in, this podcast offers valuable insights and lessons that can help you thrive in your own endeavors. Grab a pen and take notes; you're about to discover the power of prioritizing worship in your own pursuit of success!

If you want to scale a business to truly create financial and time freedom you must first nail it before you attempt to scale it. You must first focus on making a proven process or prototype that you could replicate 10,000 times without your personal involvement before you attempt to scale it.

At 19 years old, while preparing to become a firefighter and paramedic, Sam Tejada opened his first company, Rescue-101, and turned it into an authorized provider of CPR, First Aid, and Lifeguard Training Courses for the American Red Cross in South Florida. While he was a Licensed Firefighter & Paramedic, he learned about the health benefits of Nutrient IV Therapy. He also learned from Dr. Robert D. Willix, a board-certified cardiac surgeon who was recognized as a leader in preventive medicine. After seeing firsthand the benefits of preventive medicines, Sam opened the first Liquivida Lounge in 2013 and made it his mission to create "a wellness spa for the health-conscious".Liquivida is now the #1 IV vitamin therapy provider in the United States. They also provide services to help with general health assessments, beauty and skincare, and sexual wellness.Connect with Sam:Website: https://www.liquivida.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samtejada/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sammy_tejada_/++++++▶︎ Subscribe to the Podcast!PODCAST  |  https://bit.ly/3bU6D3l▶︎ Please Follow & Connect with me! Link's BelowWEBSITE  |  https://tyzerevans.comYOUTUBE  |  https://youtube.com/c/tyzerevansINSTAGRAM  |  https://instagram.com/tyzerevansFACEBOOK  |  https://facebook.com/grindsellelevateLINKEDIN  |  https://linkedin.com/in/tyzerevansTWITTER  |  https://twitter.com/tyzerevansTIKTOK  |  https://tiktok.com/tyzerevansPATREON  |  https://patreon.com/tyzerevansCheck out Tyzer's other podcast, "The Book Legion” at https://thebooklegion.comCheck out our sponsor  Odin's Rune Clothing Co. : https://bit.ly/odinsrune, clothing for those who want to burn the boats to live a purpose-driven lifeAre you a YouTuber? Then you need to have TubeBuddy to help with optimizing your search results, it is free; all you need to do it hit the link below, add it to your chrome extension, and you will start improving your search results on YouTube: https://www.tubebuddy.com/grindsellelevateDo you love Coffee? Our sponsor Coffee. Love. Hope. Has fun coffee mugs and shirts for gifts! Check out their store here: https://etsy.me/3gTBVfZ

To create both time freedom and financial freedom you have to create repeatable business systems, processes and checklists for everything. Once you've created these systems you then need to decide what kind of business model you will adopt.

On this podcast I chat with Emily, Sylvia and Elizabeth Co-Founders of Sable Advisory Services, a company focused on helping other company integrate ESG into their current business strategy.  As the globalization continues to shrink, we need better ways to strategize around how we scale our companies in way that is meaningful and long term without sacrificing our environment and our people!   More on Sable Advisory Services below:"We help businesses refine their sustainability strategy to include ESG factors and measures, then translate local objectives to meet international targets.We use evidence-informed practices combined with the latest verifiable research from across industries and disciplines to ensure diverse perspectives and inclusive opportunities for all types of business."Connect with Sable Advisory Services:Website: https://www.sableadvisory.com/Emily: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eltsrock/Sylvia: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sylviadoss/Elizabeth: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ejbachrad/+++++ ▶︎ Subscribe to the Podcast!PODCAST  |  https://bit.ly/3bU6D3l ▶︎ Please Follow & Connect with me! Link's BelowWEBSITE  |  https://tyzerevans.comYOUTUBE  |  https://youtube.com/c/tyzerevansINSTAGRAM  |  https://instagram.com/tyzerevansFACEBOOK  |  https://facebook.com/grindsellelevateLINKEDIN  |  https://linkedin.com/in/tyzerevansTWITTER  |  https://twitter.com/tyzerevansTIKTOK  |  https://tiktok.com/tyzerevansPATREON  |  https://patreon.com/tyzerevans Check out Tyzer's other podcast, "The Book Legion” at https://thebooklegion.com Check out our sponsor  Odin's Rune Clothing Co. : https://bit.ly/odinsrune, clothing for those who want to burn the boats to live a purpose-driven life Are you a YouTuber? Then you need to have TubeBuddy to help with optimizing your search results, it is free; all you need to do it hit the link below, add it to your chrome extension, and you will start improving your search results on YouTube: https://www.tubebuddy.com/grindsellelevate Do you love Coffee? Our sponsor Coffee. Love. Hope. Has fun coffee mugs and shirts for gifts! Check out their store here: https://etsy.me/3gTBVfZ

Khierstyn Ross is the founder of Launch and Scale™, an e-commerce digital marketing firm that specializes in fast, early-stage growth for online physical product brands. Through her work, she's helped launch and scale multiple 7-figure brands such as: Jamstack.io, Aberlite.com, CeresChill.com, and many others. She believes in empowering D2C product creators to build a business that gives them the freedom to fund and create the lifestyle they want to live on their terms.Get in touch with Khierstyn:tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@khierstyn_youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Khierstynwebsite: https://launchandscale.co/

Show Description: Karl (@kswaggin) is the Founder and CEO of Fortunate Lifestyle, a clothing brand established to express individuality, creativeness, and unique designs. As a follow up to episodes 77 and 166, Karl explains how he has redefined his approach to building relationships, promoting his brand, and sparking creativity in his designs. To learn more about Karl and his business, visit his website here (https://www.thefortunatelifestyle.com/). Show Highlights: 2:30-8:00: Karl dives into his background (for those who don't already know) and how his business was formed from a high school project. 8:00-17:45: Karl defines how his clothes are "custom," what he did differently with his latest drop, and how this impacts his in-person vs. website sales. 17:45-35:30: Karl talks about how he builds meaningful relationships with suppliers, what goes into a clothing drop, and then explains his creative process. 35:30-53:00: We ask Karl how he filters external advice as a solo entrepreneur, and then he provides key lessons he's learned on tour with musical artists. 53:00-58:30: Karl reflects on a time when he had to be "militant." 58:30: To end the show, Karl outlines 2 goals he wants to accomplish before our next interview round, and then he talks about how he wants to be remembered.

FREE 5-DAY CHALLENGE - Never Struggle With Sales Again! https://sellingwithlove.com/challenge ===== In this practical episode get ready to get some homework done. After the previous episode with Captain Hoff about how to raise venture capital as a start-up, now we came up with some adjustments. If you're a solopreneur, coach, or consultant, thinking that it's too early for talking with investors what if… Do you already have $100k in your bank? What would you do? How would you spend them? All these questions and the many more Jason shares in this episode are crucial to gaining clarity on where you want to go with your business and how you are going to do it. Remember, if you fail to plan, you plan to fail. =====

Leah works with ambitious, visionary online entrepreneurs to bring their vision to life. She partners with her clients to co-create their vision, and become a voice for their biggest goals, in a world where women's desires aren't prioritized. She didn't always do this work. When she started her business, she could barely manage setting up her website, let alone teach someone how to build a multiple six-figure online business. But she had a vision for her life in which she was not willing to settle. In this podcast, we cover her story, and the story of how her online business changed her life, helped her discover who she truly is, and why she is so passionate about helping her clients get life-changing results in their life.Connect with Leah:Website: https://leahgervais.com/Leah's Podcast: https://leahgervais.com/category/your-biggest-vision/+++++Subscribe to the Podcast!▶︎ PODCAST | https://bit.ly/3bU6D3lPlease Follow & Connect with me! Link's Below▶︎ WEBSITE | https://tyzerevans.com▶︎ YOUTUBE | https://youtube.com/c/tyzerevans▶︎ INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/tyzerevans▶︎ FACEBOOK | https://facebook.com/grindsellelevate▶︎ LINKEDIN | https://linkedin.com/in/tyzerevans▶︎ TWITTER | https://twitter.com/tyzerevans▶︎ TIKTOK | https://tiktok.com/tyzerevans▶︎ PATREON | https://patreon.com/tyzerevansAre you a YouTuber? Then you need to have TubeBuddy to help with optimizing your search results, it is free, all you need to do it hit the link below, add to your chrome extension and you will start improving your search results on YouTube: https://www.tubebuddy.com/grindsellelevateCheck out Tyzer's other podcast "The Book Legion" at https://thebooklegion.com

If you're ready to learn how to scale a business beyond 6-figures, ask yourself: What are you doing NOW to think and act like a 7-figure business owner?Growing your business to this level is 100% possible — especially with the right mindset, marketing, and business systems in place — but it all comes back to more people investing in your offers.That's why today I'm sharing an exclusive interview where I reveal the surprisingly simple way to get more leads, reach more people with your message, and drive traffic to your business on autopilot.BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL LEARN: How to scale a business using the four business systems every digital entrepreneur needsThe best way to bring in more of the right people — and why this highly-effective lead-gen method is often overlookedWhy marketing your business with a podcast really is worth the time and effortPLUS, if you want to get your hands on the free guide I mention in this interview, simply go to theeffortlesslife.co/monetizemypodcast to get instant access now. Also, if this episode inspires you, leave a review and share your biggest takeaway with me. And while you've got your phone out, make sure to follow me on Instagram @thecourtneyelmer for more quick tips on how to streamline your business systems and spend more time in your zone of genius.Want to hear more from Katie Collins and Jeffrey Samorano? Listen now on The Lighten Your Launch Podcast Instacart - Groceries delivered in as little as 1 hour. Free delivery on your first order over $35.

Thinking about your current business growth strategies and your future goals... How confident do you feel in your pricing right now?I can tell you that I've made A LOT mistakes when it comes to pricing in my business and at the time, I never realized how badly they were affecting my sales and my ability to learn how to earn more and work less.Today is the last episode in our 3-part mini-series on sales systems and if you're ready to get the inside scoop on how to scale a business, this short and sweet episode on pricing is right up your alley!BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL WALK AWAY WITH: The mistakes most people make in their when pricing offers (and the business growth strategies you should use instead)How to put a value on your TIME — an essential part of learning how to scale a businessWays to improve not only the number of sales you make, but also the quality of leads you attract, so you can uncover how to earn more and work lessIf this episode inspires you, leave a review and share your biggest takeaway with me. And while you've got your phone out, make sure to follow me on Instagram @thecourtneyelmer for more quick tips on how to streamline your business systems and spend more time in your zone of genius. Instacart - Groceries delivered in as little as 1 hour. Free delivery on your first order over $35.

Welcome to Episode 40 of the Waves Social podcast. On this episode, we sit down with Gary Williams, Chief Creative Officer for Creative Theory Agency, to talk about his experience scaling the agency over the last year. Creative Theory is a culture-focused agency that has worked with big names like Google, Meta and YouTube. We talk with Gary about how the team knew it was time to grow, what it was like bringing in HR, how they work to keep their mission central to the work they do, the important role leadership plays in maintaining their culture and more. Gary takes a deep dive into Creative Theory's mission to elevate the voices of Black and Brown people, as well as underrepresented groups. He explains why he's staying rooted in DC and why they chose to open Gift Shop in addition to their agency work. Show Notes:Gary dives into handling sudden growth as an agency and why it's important to hire with intention. Talking about how Creative Theory scales efficiently, decides when to grow and when they knew it was time to bring in an HR team. How to take calculated risks with growth and hiring.How leadership can drive and protect culture as your business shifts and changes. Creating your mission and keeping it first.Why Creative Theory has decided to keep growing and how they're making sure their team is supported.How Gary went from working as a photographer to running a creative agency. What did that change look like?Advice for marketers and agencies aspiring to create award-winning work. Plus, finding and standing in your why.What work is Gary most proud of? What is the Gift Shop and where is it going? How Creative Theory is taking tangible steps to support Black and Brown artists.Who is more of the risk taker between Gary and Tamon? And, how to decide on the right types of risks to take as a business.Why Gary's staying planted in DC.How to get started with whatever it is you want to do. Who's capturing Gary's attention right now?Discussed in this episode:Gary Williams: @masterwilliamsCreative Theory Agency: https://creativetheory.agency/Micaiah Carter - @micaiahcarterAbad Studio - @abad_studioBeyond 8 - @beyond8_Joshua Kissi - @joshuakissiInari Briana - @inaribrianaWaves Social with Mike (@mmmiiike) and Mitzi (@mmmitzi). For more from Arcade, follow us on Instagram and TikTok @helloarcade. https://www.arcadearcade.ca/

Do you want to grow your business? For pretty much any business owner, the answer's an obvious “Yes, please”! On today's episode, we're talking to Kaihan Krippendorff, a strategy and business growth expert who helps companies reach their full potential.Kaihan is the founder of Outthinker, an innovation consulting firm that's helped generate more than $2.5 billion in revenue for global companies like Boeing, Verizon, and Microsoft. In this interview, we'll get his insights into how to scale a business in today's fast-changing landscape. We'll hear his advice on every step of the process, from how to come up with disruptive growth strategies to gain an advantage over your competition to smart approaches to implement those changes and track your progress afterwards to keep your business growing in the future. No matter what industry you're in, this is an interview you don't want to miss! You can hear more of Kaihan's insights at Kaihan.net. And make sure you follow UpFlip on Twitter and Instagram to stay up-to-date with our latest episodes. 

Show Description: Nick Carter is the Co-Founder and CEO of Market Wagon, an online marketplace that connects food consumers directly with local farmers and artisans. Nick started his first business at the age of 16. In the two decades since then, he has founded or co-founded over half-a-dozen companies in technology and food sectors. He's a fourth-generation Indiana farmer passionate about using innovation to re-connect “Agri” and “Culture." Nick is also the author of “More than a Mile: What America Needs from Local Food," as well as the host of his podcast "More Than a Mile." In this interview, Nick talks about the concept behind his business, as well as the alternative solution it provides for farmers and consumers. Nick also dives into the leadership lessons he has learned along the way. To learn more about Nick and his business, you can visit the website at marketwagon.com Show Highlights: 4:30-12:00: Nick talks about his background, the mission behind his business, and what growing up on a farm taught him about being an entrepreneur. 12:00-21:00: As a serial entrepreneur, Nick discusses the key lessons he learned from his previous endeavors, how he taught himself software engineering, and how he poured that into eCommerce. 21:00-30:00: Nick explains Market Wagon's solution for the "farm-to-grocery" process, how he is building a network of farmers and online vendors, and his company's marketing strategy. 30:00-41:00: We ask Nick about the scaling process, the key leaders he partnered with, and what it was like to write the technology behind Market Wagon. 41:00-54:30: Nick dives into the biggest hurdles when starting Market Wagon, his thoughts on alternative ways to farm, keeping incentives high for farmers, and regenerative agriculture. 54:30-1:01:30: Nick talks about how the farmer is the mediator between you and the food, and how Market Wagon is strengthening that bond. 1:01:30-1:14:30: Nick talks about his motivation to write his book and how he wants to be remembered.

My guest today is Bryan Dulaney, one of the Top 1% of all marketers in the world.There is a good reason I can say Bryan is a miracle.Back in 2003, he died.But God had a different plan for Bryan, which included bringing him back to life with a specific purpose: help others share their stories by sharing his.Bryan didn't waste his second chance at life, and since then, he has been on a mission to fulfill his God-given purpose of serving others, building legacies, and raising up Legacy Builders.Since 2006, not only has Bryan helped his business and his partners earn over $300 million in online revenue but more importantly, he's supported building legacies that impact millions of people's lives around the globe.He's recently published the Entrepreneur Evangelist, the book he was preparing for 15 years. That has been a perfect reason to ask him to join us in the Performance Marketer podcast. I'm sure you'll enjoy the interview as I did while we were chatting about his book, his mission, and how he helps other people figure out what they are good at and build their legacies.So, tune in and find out how Bryan started his journey, where he found his first business coach, and which movie inspired him to launch a campaign he made at least $5m from.Let's dive in!Key Takeaways:How did Bryan enter the world of online marketing? (00:00)Years of making money with affiliate marketing (04:57)Bryan's near-death experience (09:15)Bryan's book is finally published (It has been 15 years in the making.) (13:19)What's the central theme of the book? (15:01)Bryan made at least $5m with this campaign (20:34)How does Bryan use this book to build his business? (31:11)Making money with Tony Robbins and Dean Graziosi at their mastermind in Fiji (38:04)Get in touch with Bryan (43:39)Additional Resources:- Contact Bryan Dulaney at www.bryandulaney.com or www.perfectfunnelsystem.com.- Get Bryan Dulaney's new book for FREE!- Eric Beer's One Affiliate Offer Challenge: View Now- Sign up for the SurveyDetective VIP Waitlist (Coming Soon): Join Here---Connect with Eric!- Join Eric's Text Community: 917-636-1998- Eric's website: https://ericbeer.com- Follow Eric on Instagram: http://bit.ly/ericbeerinsta- Subscribe to Eric's YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/2Uv1e8M---Follow the podcast on Apple, Spotify, Google, Stitcher, TuneIn, or anywhere else you listen to your podcasts.If you haven't already, please rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts!https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/performance-marketer

As an entrepreneur, it is important to learn how to develop a mindset that will allow you to scale your business. This will require you to make sacrifices and commit time towards developing the appropriate skills. By doing this, entrepreneurs can ensure their business has growth opportunities by increasing revenue and customer satisfaction. The first step in scaling a business is learning how to build your team correctly through hiring for culture fit as well as skillset.Support Our Show Partner Bob CraneClick here for FREE Financial Resources: https://bit.ly/tchsbobDownload our FREE Google My Business Training Guide here: https://bit.ly/tomgmbTry Canva Pro here bit.ly/tomcanvaSet up your FREE Builderall Account here http://digitalempiresystem.comThe Cortez Hustle Affiliate Challenge: http://cortezhustlechallenge+++3 TOOLS EVERY ENTREPRENEUR NEEDS TO GROW +++1. Digital Marketing Platform - Create your own websites, sales funnels, digital products, online communities, and more with the Digital Empire System. It's the Premier All-In-One Digital Marketing Platform. Start your 30-Day trial for $1 Click Here2. Mentorship/Mastermind - Every entrepreneur should have a coach, mentor, or be part of a mastermind group. The Monetize My Life Academy is the premier Digital Marketing Mastermind for entrepreneurs looking to get more out of the internet and social media. If you're looking to grow your online presence this is the mastermind group for you. Click Here3. Financial Education - Ask any entrepreneur why they're building a business and I guarantee that "LEGACY" is in their top 3 answers. Having the right financial education is what makes building that legacy a reality. Our FinancialEdge membership is designed with unlimited access to professionals to help you Minimize Taxes, Improve Credit, Reduce Debt, And Grow Your Money For Retirement with Done-For-You Real Estate Investing and Other Strategies. Click Here==ABOUT THE CORTEZ HUSTLE SHOW==iTunes: Click HereStitcher: Click HereSpotify: Click HereGoogle Podcast: Click Here====================================================Email: hcortez@ThorntonOnlineMarketing.comWebsite http://myperfectmoneyplan.comhttp://facebook.com/thecortezhustleshowhttp://instagram.com/cortezhustlehttp://twitter.com/finhealthmentorDISCLAIMER: H Cortez aka Financial Health Mentor is NOT afinancial advisor/planner or CPA. The information shared on this channel is not financial advice but instead examples of actual experiences of H Cortez and the guests of the channel. Also, any mention/reference to income is NOT a guarantee but merely an example of potential income that could be made if one puts in the work required. Always see a certified professional assist you in your financial matters. Finally, the links recommended in most cases pay me a small commission if you were to click through and buy. That's one of the ways I finance the podcast.=====REFERENCES & ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS=====Article Reference: https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/3148191 Minute Motivation YouTube CreditShow Some Love To The "Inspirational & Motivational Messages" Channel: Click Here1 Minute Motivation Video: Click HereIntro Music for The Cortez Hustle Show Intro Courtesy of Anno Domini Beats

Are you struggling to see how you're ever going to scale a business without constantly burning the candle at both ends?Are you worried that the stress you're experiencing leads you to a place of burnout and affects your overall mental health and well-being?Are you ready to finally break free of the hamster wheel cycle of business owner burnout and create a sustainable work-life balance?If you answered “yes” to any (or all) of the above, today's episode with guest expert Angela Henderson is for you.BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING TO MY INTERVIEW WITH ANGELA HENDERSON, YOU'LL WALK AWAY KNOWING: How to scale a business from six figures to seven without burning out or working 60 hours a weekBetter ways to manage stress, care for your mental health, and even eliminate the possibility of burnout altogetherThe 3-step process to break the burnout cycle and get back in control of your work-life balanceThe key differences between stress and burnout, and how to know which one is affecting your business the mostIf this episode inspires you, leave us a review and share your biggest takeaway. And while you've got your phone out, make sure to follow us on Instagram @theeffortlesslife.co for more quick tips on how to simplify your workflows so you can spend more time in your zone of genius.Instacart - Groceries delivered in as little as 1 hour. Free delivery on your first order over $35.

Leslie Kuster's well-earned knowledge is born from experience. In her mid 50's, she was able to ricochet her Back from Bali clothing business from 5 figures to multiple millions. She is now helping other women entrepreneurs of all ages realize their dreams and grow their businesses.Leslie empowers women to live their true freedom by teaching them how to create a business that aligns with their deeper core values enabling women to work in a way that brings ease and flow into their daily lives so they can live truly fulfilled.You can expect Leslie's new book, Money and Freedom: 7 Keys To 7-Figures For Women Entrepreneurs in 2022!In this episode, we discuss:Why it is never too late for a women entrepreneur to create financial wealth and a life of freedom, but she needs to really want it.Why it is important to understand that being in business, means making money.  A business that does not make money is called a hobby.Why in order to do this (want it and desire the money),we need to face our inner glass ceilings and mindset stories, and step out of the princess tower syndrome, into our own independence and empowerment;Memorable moments:12:26 - What I've learned is if you have an interest in it if there's like a desire for that, there's a reason why that desire is sitting in your body.15:09: I noticed that spending time going to spiritual retreats, spending time on downtime was actually not hindering my business whatsoever. And in fact, it was during these last 10 years that my business has grown so much.18:20: It's so important that we really understand that it's really in our own hands and we are not victims of circumstances Connect with Leslie:www.lesliekuster.com/book (pre-order book VIP sign up list) www.instagram.com/lesliekusterofficialwww.linkedin.com/in/lesliekusterConnect with Allison:She Believed She Could Community: https://bit.ly/SBSCCommunityShe Believed She Could Book Club: https://bit.ly/SBSCbookWebsite: www.allisonwalshconsulting.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/allisonwalsh/2022 Applications: https://www.allisonwalshconsulting.com/2022application

Mike shares the PB3 technique to realizing what your brand truly stands forI asked Mike what he would do to brand himself if he was starting from scratch, knowing what he knows now, and MIke did not disappoint with his answer.Mike authentically shares his failures, successes, and stories of how he got into a position where he began to work with big names like, John Maxwell, Donald Miller, Dr. Daniel Amen, and many other NY Times Best Selling authors. If you're serious about growing your business and branding yourself as the industry expert, you may want to listen to this episode with a notepad and a pen.Connect with Mike here:Web: https://mikekim.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikekimtv/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikekimtv/Twitter: https://twitter.com/mikekimtvFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/mikekimtvYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPXe7zSFf4kdhLgY0VaU_dw  

When we started this journey. We had no background on entrepreneurship. We had no background in business. We had no background in, in team building kind of deal. And when you're, when we're leading right now, we have a team in the back as well. We have to take action in different things, wear multiple hats at the very beginning. And as you, as we start to grow. So to me, that was one of the things how can we be proactive. How can we move the things forward that when we started publishing with the show it came out of a moment of a lot of need? Like we lost a lot of business, about 80% of the stuff we had about 60 days. And we had to take action on publishing something that people were talking about it and telling us to do three years ago, I'm moving forward. And we finally took action. So after that, it has been a series of these micro moments along the journey in the last couple of years that we've had to put it on when we encounter that friction point, that personally and on the business side is that we don't progress. Is because we're not taking actions. So especially the recently we lived, it's crazy intense moment in the business that is pushing us today. One of those indicators. So to me recently that has been a very important lesson.Success isn't hitting a home run. It's a series of base hits every single day. A term that I was introduced to not too long ago, actually, and it was mainly because of the status of my relationship with my girlfriend and what we were living in is that term that is called sunk cost. And sometimes we invest so much of herself into something whether that is an activity or a person. Like relationship or your own business, that when we see something not working, we're like, no, we're going to not do it until it actually works. And we keep pushing and we can push in. We can push in and then just keep investing resources, whether those are financial resources or emotional resources. And we just keep digging and digging. And we have invested so much in this, we're afraid to let go of that and search for a new opportunity right now. We hear all the time when you're growing, don't be a quitter, don't quit. But this thing is not working or it's not making you happy then why am I going to keep digging in this thing? It's pivoting quitting, or is just taking a different approach to things. So for me has been a journey of allowing myself that, that freedom of pivoting has been allowing myself to, realize that pivoting is not quitting. But this thing is not working or it's not making you happy then why am I going to keep digging in this thing? It's pivoting quitting, or is just taking a different approach to things. So for me has been a journey of allowing myself that, that freedom of pivoting has been allowing myself to, realize that pivoting is not quitting.I realized where I used to do it is I was addicted to the ambiguity because I was almost afraid to see what I had sunk in, but that is actually what kept me sinking in. Instead of having that space. And I feel like that's where ambiguity becomes the detriment to being able to pivot because you don't really know what all the inputs are. And I think that's probably, for me, one of the biggest lessons I've learned in all of this is that I don't have to know every ounce of everything, but I have to spend some time being aware of the inputs of the revenue, of the expenses and of all those pieces to make sure that I'm setting myself up to win.people getting holed up in the stage of what is the right next step? What is that perfect move that I can take next? And we often talk about a concept that we call conscious action and is literally the act of reflecting after we make an action. We talk about it in the context of content. A lot of people just put content out there and then just the next thing, and what we have found in our process that has worked greatly is the fact of putting content on there and then reflecting on it. What did we do? What did we do wrong? How can we improve it? If it's good, can we double down on this, all this other stuff. I feel since the world is so fast-paced right now, people are just like, let me try things as fast as possible without actually reflecting on whether they work or not. And I think that's an important step in there because you can take action. You can take the wrong choice actually. But if you're reflecting on it and figuring that is not the right step to take, then you can pivot, you can also present the other direction, but people don't take the time to do that. And sometimes they take the right step, but because they're in such a hurry, they move on to the wrong step. Instead of reflecting, realizing that is the right step, but they just need a little bit more time of action and keep pursuing that. Maybe go against the flow one some quick thoughts in here, but people sometimes spend too much time on the learning phase in jars. The insole deep into things that then they become afraid of taking action and they just want that one opportunity. That's going to be perfect.Let me take a better than that one. And so we call this the relentless pursuit of better. And this is a concept that I learned from a sales guy called Phil Jones. He said, I don't like the term best because best in clients, there's a roof that I cannot go past that. So he's I just like to do things better than I did it the last time. Let me try to do a better, so when pursuing action. Instead of what is that perfect action that I can take, because that implies, there's a roof right there. Hey, what is a better action that I can take? And then let me reassess and move past. I called it the action and action trap, because what's so amazing is that we sit there and we wait to take action until it looks good or it's perfect, but we actually need the feedback from the world to determine the next step. And but then the inversion is we always talk about how do I get into action? How do we get an action? But you brought up with a conscious reflection. That's the other side of the trap. And the action trap that if all you're doing is taking action and never taking a step back and looking at how did it work? What can I do differently than you're in the over action trap? And so I'm going to just going to call it the action and action trap.Basically are 25% more receptive to programming your brain. Like it's statistically proven it's been studied in everything. And so people go work out that go move and then they listen to other people's words and content. And they're basically getting programmed from the outside world. But as entrepreneurs, we're supposed to trust our intuition and gut to build our vision, but yet we never have the space to allow it to program our brain. And so that mindful movement it's one of my faith.We created now what we call the M to M which stands for macro to micro. And literally what we do is we help people maximize their efforts because they're putting so much love and attention and energy into creating their podcast, right? These long form pieces of content that are extremely viable. And then you don't have the, either the energy or the resources to create what we call now. We don't call it repurposing. We actually have a war against that word. Now we call it just multipurpose in it. So more people can find that about you and then it became. How do we use that to drive right results into your business? Therefore, why you see the sign on the bag? The name of the podcast is content is profit, and that just led to one thing to the other. So how we help people is, Hey, send us your podcasts and we'll do some magic with this through the M to M and we'll deliver all these assets for you, but at the same time, which is something that we learn through you as well. You can help us reaffirm that this was part of the good step is the accountability and support man, because we was indoctrinated into the digital marketing space. Teach them these principles and foundations so they can be so self-sufficient so reliable.  

The hidden sickness that destroys most humans, mostly entrepreneurs as well. And this has been a thread that's been coming up across my desk, in my zoom calls and at the event and in coaching. I'm going to give you some energy through osmosis. I was in Mount Shasta, California a couple years ago, doing some deep men's work on myself. Six days of deep work practice, transformative work healing, some childhood trauma and really deciding on who I wanted to be in the world and making a declaration to go build this person to build this man. And I was sitting out in the grass and if you've never witnessed Mount Shasta in California, it is a sight to behold.  You can see it from, I don't know, 40, 50 miles away and we're right at the base of it. And so this thing is massive and I sat out there and I just spent a couple of days in silence at the completion of this. And I was sitting there thinking, reflecting, and this is what I wrote, and I want this to be thread. This is just something I'm sharing with you, but it's called, I am a mountain.The man who becomes a mountain does so by staying focused on becoming a mountain inch by inch, the foundation gets wider, stronger, and more stable storms come earthquake shift. Man tramples and the mountains still always grows. Every storm brings rain that helps the plant grow and thrive the cracks from the earthquake, widen the base and that rainwater naturally filters giving man drinking water.As they trample, see the mountain knows there are things happening outside of its existence, but it never allows them to influence its mission. So with every trigger storm disaster, the mountain finds a new opportunity to evolve and grow to his mission, to be a mountain.I wrote that as a permission slip for myself to focus as a way to realize there's nothing outside of my control. I can't control anything outside of my sphere. I can control my reaction. I can control my intention. I can control my energy and I can control the actions that I take, but I can't always control.What's going to come in. I can't control when the world's going to happen. An ad account is going to get shut down. An employee is going to quit. Somebody is going to steal a competitor, rip us off. I can't control those, but I was always can control myself. My response, my reaction and the choices that I make.And so I wrote that as a reminder of myself to take action, which feeds perfectly into what I'm talking about on today's episode, which is finding, okay. And eradicating the hidden sickness that I watched destroy most entrepreneurs, myself included.We’re entrepreneurs, right? We're the ones who stand here and we look out into the future. And we look out into the future and we determine what we want it to look like. And then we have the courage to come back into the present and start building it to be true. That is exactly what entrepreneurship is and even deeper, even if it's not entrepreneurship, even if it's fitness, even if it's nutrition, whatever goal it is that you have in life, your deciding on what you want it to look like for you, which means the, how can only be determined by you. And I always love asking this question because people come to me like, okay, here's my vision. How do I do it? And I was like if I answer how, then you're building my vision to not yours. And so it's a really important distinction to understand is that the, how has to come from you? What, how stands for in the world that I live in?Wait, waiting on progress. Waiting on dreams, waiting on action. Waiting on permission, waiting for someone else waiting for it to magically happen. But the truth is that if you plant something, you have to tend to it to grow it. If you plant something, you'll have to water it to grow it. If you set a destination, you have to step towards it every single day. And how is the biggest sickness that I see we will live in how. And overanalyze how, and try to come up with a perfect plan in how, as a form of validation and justification that we just haven't taken action or gotten the results that we want yet, because we don't know how well news flash, none of us know how.Business is just a series of guessing and testing, and then continuing what works and then guessing and testing again. So as our life, so is our fitness. You can have the best trainers, the best coaches, the best people in the world give you a plan. And if you want to succeed, eventually that plan becomes nothing more than a lane guide and you build your own parameters inside of it because you are unique. And how was my biggest enemy as an entrepreneur? How, and I thrived under the pressure. I loved the trauma response, loved the pressure but I really didn't. It was just a new form of distraction for me and what was missing. And you hear me talk about this all the time, which was space. It's that I want to build something. I want to build the vision that I feel or that I had clarity on in my brain, but I don't want to give myself the space to lead into my own soul, my own heart and my own mind and trust myself enough to take a step in the direction to build the vision.So instead of building everybody else's cause I'm copying them and replicating them or waiting for somebody else to tell me to do it. And this is mild and trivial, but it happens all the time. We're entrepreneurs, we're human beings that want to be different. We carved the path. So right. If you drive up to an off-roading section in a remote part of the country, you've never been to before.And there's a mountain in front of you or a Lake you want to get to, and no road has been paved. You have to make one. And if you really want to get to that Lake, if you really want to get to that mountain, then you will find a way to make a road. You might drive over it. You might hike through it. You might chop something down, you might do a million things, but if you really want to get to that Lake, and if you really want to get to that mountain, you're going to find a way.But ultimately it will always come down to the person holding the tool, not the tool itself. And as I hear this question over and over, everyone's tell me what tool to use. Tell me what tool I need. Tell me what strategy and tactic, and I'm like, Hey, listen, you can have 18 hammers, but if you don't know how to use one, the other 17, aren't going to matter.So I would challenge you to use you for you to be the tool for you to find the how for you to make the commitment for you to take the step and realize that along the way. If you get to a point where you're an action and you realize you need a tool, will then you pick it up. But I watched people trying to build toolboxes with thousands of tools in them before they're ever taking action.So they can have a tool to go, but they don't realize that their packets too heavy and they can't even start. You need real-world feedback to determine which direction to go. You need the inputs from you taking action to see what adjustments should be made. You need to put yourself in motion. To build the momentum and confidence and figure out where your honor you're off. But none of that comes from standing still in how, which you now know stands for. Hold on, wait a minute. I E stagnate, I E stay stuck. I E don't progress. And if we're not progressing, we're regressing. And I'm going to give you a couple of steps that I use, that I have my team use, that I have my students use.But first you have to understand that if you want something, it's your vision. If you want something it's yours to build, it's your step to take? It's your vision to design. It's your dream to find. It's yours. It's always going to be your step. It's always going to be your race, your tool, your game, your business, your relationship, your fitness now.Can you call on help? Of course you can. Can you get some advice? Of course you can. Can you get some direction? Of course you can, but ultimately it will always be down on you taking the action. And so rather than planning a perfect race, I'd rather you start running and call for help when you're in the middle of it. Because at least if you stop at mile seven and you need to take an hour break and we can address a blister, you're already seven miles in, rather than spending an hour at the starting line, how's it going to work? But this might happen. But what if I have this? I don't have mole skin here. I didn't tie my shoes tight enoughIt's not going to work. I'm going to tell you right now that I've made a lot of mistakes. I've made a lot of mistakes in entrepreneurship in life. I've screw it. I've made a lot of mistakes in life. And I will say that when I look back at my life and all that I've succeeded with and all the big labels and the things that I had on my vision board, and like basically me living a life that I dreamed of, and I have everything I want right now.There were really only a couple of things that were underneath all of them, one of them was taking action and my willingness to take action. And the second one was consistency over a long period of time, but consistency can only begin if you start.Stop moving the starting line. This is a deeper iteration of that same concept, except this one should cut all of it out. Because if you tell me you want to become an entrepreneur and you haven't started yet, if you have a general idea, like I want to coach people, or I want to sell a product, I bet you, if I asked you what are three things that you could do today? That would be a positive input and helping you accomplish that goal, you could identify them and you could do them. And instead of planning and overthinking, if you just did those three things, you would be closer to that goal. And I know I use so many metaphors and analogies that I need to keep them congruent, but the one that always comes up to me, that always seems so, so simple is you come to me and you're like, George, I want to run a marathon. I'm like, that's amazing. Okay. Cool. And they're like, this is what I did. I watched a hundred YouTube videos. I hired a running coach to work on my gate. I got the best shoes in the world. I'm doing my diet. I'm going to study all of this for six months and I'm going to run. I'm like, or that's dope. You could put your running shoes on and go for a five minute run and then study it and then go for a six minute run and then study it. And you can be in the practice of it. And I'm going to say it. It's scary being an action. It is scary being in action. I don't know if anybody else feels that way, but I feel that way, like when I'm standing on stage and I have 75 entrepreneurs in the room and I'm like, I have a schedule, but the schedule doesn't feel right in this moment.I feel if I threw that out of the schedule and did this, it would work. And then to take 75 preneurs that have no idea what I'm doing. And the lean into it is a very vulnerable and scary place, but it's also very rewarding and the ability to be seen and to take a chance and to push and to trust because what's the worst that happened.So Hey guys, that didn't work. And they're like, yeah, that sucked. I'm like, all right, let's go back to the schedule. But what's the best that happens is that it does work and it was 10 times more effective, 20 times more effective. Because I trusted and I took the action, but it's scary. Like I'm not sitting over here being like, Oh, it's so easy to go keynote for all those people or to go on that big podcast or to do coaching calls or to realize that I could give them a strategy and tactic answer, but I think it's deeper, but I got to say it anyways and they might not like me.It's scary. It's scary to put money and time and energy into things that might not work. But I believe 95% of everything you put in will work if you give it the right intention and the right energy. But it starts by taking action and not asking how. Because how stands for hold on. Wait. And you don't get to wait any more. No waiting on progress. No waiting on your dreams. No waiting on permission. No waiting on somebody else. No waiting on funding. No waiting. If you're met with a roadblock assume it's going to be there. So find a way around. If you're waiting for funding and it's not coming, but great. What might it look like 10 other ways if you're waiting for that one thing don't wait, what might it look like to do differently?What might we do anyways? Can we do both? Like you have to start challenging your thinking and you have to start finding a bigger range to sharpen that edge so you can iterate because the only guarantee in business is that it's going to change every single day. And the truth was is that I remained stuck in the how, because I was scared to take the action and trust myself enough to live in the uncertainty because taking action means I can't rely on a book or a coach or a strategy or tactic. It means I have to rely on myself. And that wasn't an edge that I practiced. I never sharpened that edge. I ignored that one, watching videos, reading books, coming up with plans, the best things ever, but those were distractions for me taking action. Because at the end of the day, I was afraid to take a step because I didn't trust myself enough to step.And really that boiled down to me, not spending enough time with myself to get clear on where I wanted to go and realize that all I have is my ability to step. And the only thing stopping me is me. And so when I think about the, how disease, cause that's what I'm labeling it. I literally think that it's the hidden sickness that destroys most human beings.We want it to be perfect. We'll wait and we'll do it really big, but then we'll quit instead of just doing a little bit every single day. And Wes Watson said this in a video, I heard it a couple months ago. Success in life doesn't come from hitting a home run. It comes from hitting base hits every single day, and it's not as fun. It's boring. It's completely boring. It really is, but I would rather be bored, happy and successful than miserable, reactive over hustling, not sleeping and always thinking the world is going to end because I'm hiding and waiting for this big home run that's not going to come. The home runs come, but they come occasionally and they come as surprises when you're consistent every day. And the consistency starts by taking action.You never find the how you build the how. You never find the, how you build the how. And that was probably the biggest secret for me in achieving happiness and success at the same time, because it was something that I struggled with. I want to use the word horrendously. Like I struggled with it horrendously because it consumed everything that I did. I would be like this isn't working. What do I do? And then I would go study and obsess and I would find thousands and thousands of things of ways I could do it. But then I would have so much that I wouldn't know what to do or what to choose first. So then I did nothing and stated an action instead of realizing that, Hey, what I just didn't work.But let me step in a different direction and then ask myself how as I go. And so there will never be a how for you that anybody else can lay out because it's your vision, it's your goal. It's your life and it's your race car. And so your job is to realize that you will never find the how, but you can build the how starting right now.Let's get into defeating the how monster. So step number one is get fuzzy. Step number two is get current .Step number three is find yourself and step number four is take one step. And so here's what I mean by that. So step number one, get fuzzy. Okay. There's this concept of fuzzy goals. And I know my buddy, Brad told me about it. I don't remember who teaches it.But fuzzy goals are the easiest way to win. And so the way that I think about this, as long as you have clarity, I E you have one iteration different than your current life that you want to be different. You have a fuzzy goal. And so the mistake that I made was I'd be like, okay, where do I want to do?And I'd be like, I need to have contract type clarity on what my life looks like before I take action. But that doesn't really happen. It doesn't exist and it's not going to be that way. And so what you need is a fuzzy goal and a fuzzy goal means Hey, you know what I do want to be in better shape.Cool. You might need a couple of weeks figure out what workouts and diets, but can we agree that if you want to be in better shape and that's a fuzzy goal, then you could take an action. Just go for a 10 minute walk today, but accomplish that, or you could drink more water and it would accomplish that.So like for me in my business, I don't have a revenue goal. I don't have a team size goal. I have a minimum what I want to pay my employee goal. And I have a lifestyle that I want to live by giving back to charity and rescuing animals. And we want to open our own school for children here. And we want to run retreat centers for healing modalities and breath work.I have a vision of what that will look like in Montana. I don't know how much revenue it's going to take. I don't know how to get teachers. I don't know how to do any of that stuff, but I know that when I record a podcast and I'd run an event and I. Work with consulting clients that I'm generating revenue, that's going to be used in that direction and we'll figure out how to best use it.Once the business is funded, where it needs to be. And so what you need to get is you need to get a fuzzy goal. A fuzzy goal means you need to have a general direction in which you want to go. And as long as you have. Clarity that you're moving forward. I E if the circle's 360 degrees, as long as you're moving in the hundred and 79 degree range, you're making forward progress.And listen, there's sometimes you'll take a step back, but you can step forward again. So you need to get fuzzy. And by fuzzy, that doesn't mean in 85 areas. You can't accomplish 85 things at once. So you gotta look for the common denominator of the input. And so like for me, if I wanted to output more in my business, everyone would think Oh, produce more.But for me, I would need to work on my personal health more because I already give a whole lot of energy out and I have the capacity to give more, but it wouldn't be sustainable. So I would work on. Increasing my cardio eating, even cleaner, prioritizing sleep. And then in turn, I would have more capacity in business.And so what you want to find is the common denominator, right? And so maybe it's just connecting with more customers. Cool. If that's a fuzzy goal for you, like I just want to connect with more customers. Awesome. Then you have a good direction to head in and you can ask yourself every day. Did I connect with more customers today?So step number one is you want to get fuzzy. Okay. Get fuzzy. Step number two is you've got to get current and current means, where are you? Because in order to go somewhere different, you have to know where you are, where are you spending your time? Where's your energy being depleted? What are the things that you're doing that are moving the needle and making you happy.But also what are the things that you're doing that are making you miserable and draining you? And you need to know where you are. Because if you call me on the phone and you're like, George, I don't want to live here anymore. I don't know what to do. I want to get out, but you can't describe where you are.We can't help you. You got to turn some light on your current situation and get really current to where you are. And that might be just in one area. You might be like, God, I'm not going to bed on time. I'm using my phone too much. I'm addicted to social media. I'm not eating clean and boom, I really just want to be here.And that will give you that will give you the path or direction in which to go. Because when you're current, you now know what levers you can pull. So that's step two. Step number three is you got to find yourself, and this is my favorite one. Find yourself means you're not going to accomplish your goals, your fuzzy goals, or change anything by just filling all of the space to distract from yourself.You're going to have feelings you're going to have to start breathwork or walking or silence, or do something to get yourself plugged into your intuition. It's your vision. It's your life, it's your world. But you have to know how to use yourself as your tool, because you are the most effective tool that you have.But if you don't practice your own tool, It will never work. And your tool isn't consuming YouTube videos or podcasts or other people's social content. It's being in a relationship with yourself, going for a walk in silence, having a five minute day stillness practice, spending time in boardroom going and filling your tank going and doing pottery, going for a hike, going for a Lake swim, going for a mountain bike, but present with yourself so you can explore that.And you can check in with that and you can be there. And so my big recommendations breathwork and stillness, and that will help you find yourself. So you can start to develop that relationship with self and trust to just take an action and take an action and take an action. So that's step three and step number four. This is the hardest one for me. Take an action. Identify those one to three things every day that if you do, you're guaranteed to move away from your current state and closer to your fuzzy goal and do them prioritize them, put them in your calendar, get accountability, make the choice to do it. And remember that you might want to build the Taj Mahal or one of the Seven Wonders of the World. But all of those started with one thing, one brick. One shovel one worker, one thing. And as long as you are doing at least one thing, every single day, I guarantee that you're progressing closer towards your goals. And that is how you defeat the how monster, the house sickness, the how disease, whatever we're going to call it.I'm going to call it the how disease and it stands for hold on, wait. And you're not going to win by waiting now. One disclosure, one, disclaimer. I'm not saying to be frivolous with your money. I'm not saying to go, take your entire life savings and invest it in blank. It's a little bit different, have common sense and have some reasoning with yourself.But in anything else I'm asking you to take some more action. And so my challenge for you. My challenge for you after today's episode is to just take some time, take 20 minutes, 20 minutes, and reflect in the last month, three months, six months, and ask yourself what's something that's important to me that I haven't been taking action on. Is it my health, my fitness, my business, my relationship, my kids, my art, my craft. I want you to find. One area that you haven't taken action on. And I want you to get a fuzzy goal around it. When you might know what that is. I want you to get current. I want to really check in with yourself and I want you to take a step in that direction.And I want you to commit to it. I want you to commit to doing it at least every day for seven days, maybe five minutes, maybe two minutes, maybe 20 minutes. But if it's important to you, you'll prioritize it. And if you really want it. You'll do it because it's not building itself and it's not getting any closer by staring at it. So I want you to bring it into your view and I want you to start walking towards it

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