Podcast appearances and mentions of john lamerton

In this solo epsiode of the Ambitious Lifestyle Business podcast, John Lamerton, author of Big Ideas... for Small Businesses, and founder of the One Percent Club ponders how different his life could have been if he'd made just one different decision... The One Percent Club doors are NOW OPEN - until 9pm on Monday 31st March

In this solo epsiode of the Ambitious Lifestyle Business podcast, John Lamerton, author of Big Ideas... for Small Businesses, and founder of the One Percent Club explains how a self-published book, that only sells a few thousand copies a year can generate more than a million pounds in revenue... The One Percent Club doors are NOW OPEN - until 9pm on Monday 31st March

In this solo epsiode of the Ambitious Lifestyle Business podcast, John Lamerton, author of Big Ideas... for Small Businesses, and founder of the One Percent Club reads the very first chapter of his forthcoming book "Retention First: Why Existing Customers Are Key to Growth" If you would like to be a beta reader for the book, email john@bigidea.co.uk.

Improving your business by just 1% every week is the path to steady, sustainable growth that lasts. In this solo epsiode of the Ambitious Lifestyle Business podcast, John Lamerton, author of Big Ideas... for Small Businesses, and founder of the One Percent Club breaks down just how easy it can be, rattling off 36 ways you could improve your small business by 1% this week.

We all set big goals, and then dream about how brilliant life will be when we hit them. But how often do we consider what life will be like if we DON'T achieve them? In today's short episode of the Ambitious Lifestyle Business podcast, John Lamerton, bestselling author of Big Ideas.. for Small Businesses explains how imagining telling your kids they WON'T be going to Walt Disney World after all increases the odds that you WILL meet Micky and Donald after all...

Are you a financial advisor who hasn't got an ISA? An accountant who misses the tax deadline for your own self assessment? A builder with a half-finished kitchen at home? Well then, today's short episode of the Ambitious Lifestyle Business podcast is for you - as John Lamerton, bestselling author of Big Ideas... for Small Businesses encourages you to be your own client - and explains how lucrative that can be...

Summary In this solo episode of the Ambitious Lifestyle Business podcast, business book author John Lamerton discusses the influence of Rory Sutherland, particularly his book 'Alchemy', which highlights the importance of psycho-logical solutions in addressing problems that seem to require logical fixes. John illustrates this with examples from the London Underground and even proposes a rebranding of Inheritance Tax to enhance public perception and engagement. He shows how small businesses can adopt these psycho-logical insights to improve customer experience and operational efficiency. You can get a FREE chapter of John's book Big Ideas... for Small Businesses here.  

Is your Marketing strategy primarily inbound, or outbound? Despite having written a bestselling business book (Evergreen Assets) about an inbound, content marketing led strategy, John Lamerton doesn't suggest that this is necessarily the best option for YOU. In this short, solo episode of the Ambitious Lifestyle Business podcast, John explains the difference between the two strategies, and suggests you may want to do BOTH...

In today's solo episode of the Ambitious Lifestyle Business podcast, John Lamerton, author of Big Ideas.. for Small Businesses talks us through the biggest mistake he ever made - spending £250,000 building a business that earned him just £750 before being shut down.    

Just because you've worked out something on a spreadsheet, doesn't mean that you'll get the same results when working with actual, real humans... In this solo episode of the Ambitious Lifestyle Business podcast, bestselling business book author John Lamerton show us how human psychology comes into play, and defies all logic!

In today's solo episode of the Ambitious Lifestyle Business podcast, John Lamerton, author of Evergreen Assets: Do the Work Once, Reap the Rewards Again and Again (and Again!) explains why you should be BOTH an explorer AND an exploiter.

Would you rather have a £10 discount, or a £2 glass of wine? As a buiness owner, would you rather give a £10 discount, or a £2 glass of wine (that's worth £10 to the customer)? In today's solo episode of the Ambitious Lifestyle Business podcast, John Lamerton, author of Big Ideas... for Small Businesses explains why you should be able to find the £2 glass of wine in YOUR business.

You've got to choose one or the other - you've either got to be the BIGGEST (in which case you HAVE to beat all rivals, else you WILL lose)... Or, you can be the ONLY - in which case, no one can compete with you - and you're guaranteed to win. In today's solo episode of the Ambitious Lifestyle Business podcast, author John Lamerton explains why he's the ONLY "normal bloke from Plymouth writing books for ambitious lifestyle business owners, to help them improve their business and lifestyle by 1% each week."

Charlie Munger advised us to "make friends with the eminent dead". Sadly, Charlie is no longer with us, and is one of those "eminent dead" himself. In today's solo episode of the Ambitious Lifestyle Business podcast, John Lamerton, author of Big Ideas.. for Small Businesses introduces us to some of his dead friends...

In this short episode of the Ambitious Lifestyle Business podcast, bestselling business author John Lamerton explains why "a little leverage is a great thing", but a lot could spell DISASTER.

In this short episode of the Ambitious Lifestyle Business podcast, John Lamerton shares the FIVE "magic ingredients" from his bestselling book Big Ideas... for Small Businesses - Simple, Practical Tools and Tactics to Help Your Small Business GROW.

In this short episode of the Ambitious Lifestyle Business podcast, John Lamerton asks: "what impact would a £350,000 lottery win have on your lifestyle?" The lottery win is ficticious, but the impact on your lifestyle doesn't have to be... You can get a FREE chapter of ANY of John's best selling business books - just CLICK HERE.

In this short episode of the Ambitous Lifestyle Business podcast, John Lamerton looks at an accountant using direct mail to acquire clients with a Lifetime Value of £20,000 - for just £91. John shares the LTV > CAC formula from his forthcoming book Retention First (due out in 2025), and explains why you should focus on increasing Lifetime Value, NOT reducing Customer Acquisition Cost.

In this solo episode of the Ambitious Lifestyle Business podcast, John Lamerton, author of Big Ideas... for Small Businesses and Evergreen Assets explains why his brand new, sexy-AF kitchen tap is useless - and why YOUR business needs to avoid falling into the same trap.

In this solo epsiode of the Ambitious Lifestyle Business podcast, John Lamerton, author of the bestselling book Routine Machine explains how ONE simple change to his dog's food could add years to his life - and life to his years! Whether you've got a furry friend or not - this podcast IS NOT about the dog - it's about the ROUTINE.

The One Percent Club doors are NOW OPEN. In today's episode of the Ambitious Lifestyle Business podcast, John Lamerton (author of Big Ideas.. for Small Businesses) explains why it took him NINE MONTHS to earn £13.51 - and how this was the MOMENT he knew he'd be successful. Click here to find out more about the One Percent Club, and how it can improve your business AND your lifestyle.

The One Percent Club doors are NOW OPEN. In today's episode of the Ambitious Lifestyle Business podcast, John Lamerton explains why there's no "smoke and mirrors" at play with the One Percent Club. No "selling from the stage" No "escalation models" designed to fleece you of every penny. No "£1,997 courses" or "Cayman Island Masterminds". No fake discounts for the "first 50 people to run to the back of the room". Just one price - £127/month - and a focus on lifelong relationships. No smoke and mirrors required. Click here to find out more about the One Percent Club

In this bite-sized solo episode of the Ambitious Lifestyle Business podcast, John Lamerton, author of Big Ideas... for Small Businesses, explains what happens when his car disappeared from his driveway overnight - and why he was actually GRATEFUL for it!

How do you deal with customer complaints? In this solo episode of the Ambitious Lifestyle Business, John Lamerton, author of bestselling business books such as Big Ideas... for Small Businesses, Evergreen Assets and Routine Machine explains why it should be "the end of the world" for EVERY complaint you get...

I made a deal with Dave Grohl on the Foo Fighters' recent UK tour.   Dave & Co put existing customers (fans) first - BEFORE trying to win new ones.   In this solo episode of the Ambitious Lifestyle Business podcast, John Lamerton, author of Big Ideas... for Small Businesses explains the power of "Retention First" thinking.

You may have seen this image doing the rounds on social media: In this solo episode of the Ambitious Lifestyle Business podcast, John Lamerton, author of Big Ideas... for Small Businesses explains why this is a TERRIBLE idea, that could actually KILL your business if you blindly follow the advice.

Would you pay £5 million for a "really nice view"? In this solo episode of the Ambitious Lifestyle Business podcast, John Lamerton, author of Big Ideas... for Small Businesses runs the numbers on his dream house - and asks "can you put a price on freedom?"

Running a small business is like playing Snakes & Ladders - just as you feel you're about to win the game, you land on a snake.. and find yourself almost back where you started. There are ladders in this game though - and if you know where to find them, and how to increase your chances of landing on one, you're more likely to beat your competition. In this 5-minute solo episode of the Ambitious Lifestyle Business podcast, John Lamerton show you how to "rig the game" in your favour - ensuring that, as long as you keep rolling the dice, you WILL win.

How do you get the perfect blend of Sales vs Marketing? In this solo 5-minute episode of the Ambitious Lifestyle Business podcast, John Lamerton, author of Evergreen Assets, explains the importance of getting the balance just right - and the HORRIBLE taste that will be in your customer's mouths if you get it wrong...

In school, we're taught that copying others is bad. However, in this 5-minute solo episode of the Ambitious Lifestyle Business podcast, John Lamerton explains how copying the right people is a sure-fire way to guarantee yourself success.

Can you have a lifestyle business AND get rich? Can you scale a business, AND have a life? In this 5-minute solo episode, John Lamerton, author of Big Ideas... for Small Businesses explains how you can leverage the pendulum of ambition and lifestyle to design your very own ambitious, lifestyle business.  

Are you thinking about your business exit strategy? Let's dive into the false exit concept with John Lamerton. It challenges the traditional way of selling a business and offers an alternative for entrepreneurs. One thing to remember is how a false exit can bring back purpose and prevent burnout. Typical exit strategies often mean selling the entire business. But what if you could take a break, recharge, and return with renewed enthusiasm? A false exit allows you to step away, recover, and come back feeling re-energised. It's about creating a framework that empowers the right people to successfully run the business in your absence, maintaining the company's momentum without fully letting go. By implementing a false exit, you can preserve your creative drive, ensure the business continues to thrive, and explore new opportunities without completely giving up ownership. It's a fresh approach that challenges the traditional views of exit planning, emphasising the need for a sustainable transition strategy. What are your thoughts on the false exit approach? Have you explored alternative exit strategies for your business? Watch the episode here: https://succession.plus/uk/podcasts-uk/john-lamertons-exit-planning-secrets-how-a-false-exit-sets-you-up-for-success/ If you would like to learn more about how to start preparing your business, then you can get more information here: It All Begins with Insights. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you thinking about your business exit strategy? Let's dive into the false exit concept with John Lamerton. It challenges the traditional way of selling a business and offers an alternative for entrepreneurs. One thing to remember is how a false exit can bring back purpose and prevent burnout. Typical exit strategies often mean selling the entire business. But what if you could take a break, recharge, and return with renewed enthusiasm? A false exit allows you to step away, recover, and come back feeling re-energised. It's about creating a framework that empowers the right people to successfully run the business in your absence, maintaining the company's momentum without fully letting go. By implementing a false exit, you can preserve your creative drive, ensure the business continues to thrive, and explore new opportunities without completely giving up ownership. It's a fresh approach that challenges the traditional views of exit planning, emphasising the need for a sustainable transition strategy. What are your thoughts on the false exit approach? Have you explored alternative exit strategies for your business? Watch the episode here: https://succession.plus/uk/podcasts-uk/john-lamertons-exit-planning-secrets-how-a-false-exit-sets-you-up-for-success/ If you would like to learn more about how to start preparing your business, then you can get more information here: It All Begins with Insights. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John Lamerton, a seasoned entrepreneur graciously opens up about his distinctive path—breaking free from conventional norms, embracing homeschooling, and making the pivotal decision to exit a business in 2016. During our insightful conversation, John generously shares his perspectives on the significance of imparting invaluable lessons to his children. Delving into the nuances of money role modeling and family traditions, he takes us on a journey of personal insights and intimate reflections.   Join us as we explore the intricate dynamics of family life, the intricacies of financial strategies, and the ever-evolving landscape of entrepreneurship. This episode promises a wealth of wisdom and personal anecdotes from John's unique experiences. Resources In This Episode:>> John Lamerton [LinkedIn] Next Steps On Your Wealth Building Journey:>> Join the ‘WealthBuilders For Families' Waitlist>> Join the WealthBuilders Community>> Join the WealthBuilders Academy>> REGISTER HERE FOR ACCESS TO FREE RESOURCESIf you have been enjoying listening to WealthTalk - Please Leave Us A Review!

The False Exit The False Exit is the name of a new book by returning guest John Lamerton. With this appearance, John Lamerton becomes our most frequent returning guest. He's been on four times! Enough already! Join Our Facebook Group Contribute to the show: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thenext100days Summary of Podcast  The False Exit - John's New Book We start by discussing John's book titled "The False Exit: How to Exit Your Business and Still Own It." The book was inspired by John's accidental exit from his main business and explores the process of systemising and optimising a business for a successful exit. How to Achieve a False Exit John, Graham, and Kevin discussed the concept of achieving a "false exit" in their businesses. They explored the importance of having clear vision and values. Additionally, they chatted about implementing systems and processes, and empowering the right people. The plan is for these people to run the business without their direct involvement. Riverford Organic Farms Graham, Kevin, and John discussed the success of Riverford Farms, a business that converted to organic farming and prioritised their values. They highlighted how Riverford's commitment to their vision and values. These exist even after the founder's exit, allowing them to make decisions aligned with their principles and gain customer trust. John and Kevin discuss the importance of trust and having the right people in a business. They also talk about the challenge of breaking old habits and routines to create a more efficient and successful business. Approaching Retirement We had to mentioned retirement! Like passing on their expertise and maintaining their passion for their businesses as they approached retirement. They also mentioned Queen Elizabeth as an example of how delegation and evolving leadership can help sustain an organisation over time. Getting the Right People The importance of having the right people, values, vision, and decision-making framework in an organisation was discussed. They emphasised that values should be based on personal beliefs rather than what looks good on paper. The Right Chemistry - The Next 100 Days Podcast Graham, Kevin, and John discussed the challenges and chemistry of their podcast, reflecting on their values and the reasons for their long-term commitment. They also touched on John's pivotal moment of realising the need for clearer vision and values in his business decision-making process. This is Where We Should Have Started the Podcast - John Having His Tantrum! John realised that he couldn't handle the overwhelming responsibilities in his life anymore, leading to a pivotal moment where he decided to make a change. He made a list of everything he was responsible for and how it made him feel, which helped him see the need to let go and find a better balance. John, Kevin, and Graham had a conversation about John's book and his experiences with business ownership and exit strategies. They discussed the importance of having a clear plan and focusing on activities that bring energy and value. On top of that, they acknowledged the need for personal development and reflection. Clips from the Podcast The Book's Origin Story http://thenext100days.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/John-Lamerton-Origin-Story-of-the-Book.mp4 Retirement Exit - Flywheel http://thenext100days.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/John-Lamerton-Flywheel.mp4 Four Sections - The False Exit http://thenext100days.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/John-Lamerton-4-Sections.mp4 Graham Wanted to Start From a Different Point http://thenext100days.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/John-Lamerton-Storyclick.mp4     John Said This About The Next 100 Days Podcast http://thenext100days.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/John-Lamerton-Testimonial-The-False-Exit.mp4 The Next 100 Days co-hosts… Graham Arrowsmith

Former civil servant, John Lamerton, quit his job to start an internet marketing business, despite not knowing anything about running a company, marketing and didn't even own a computer! Armed with a copy of "Internet Marketing for Dummies" and his girlfriend's parent's computer, John worked hard, made a lot of mistakes, and a little money (just £13.51 in his first nine months!). He kept learning, and kept working harder and harder for years, and made more money. Until he read ONE line, in ONE book that changed EVERYTHING.He calls this his lightbulb moment, when he discovered the ambitious, lifestyle business and realised that you can design your business to deliver the lifestyle YOU want.In this episode, John shares how a "lifestyle business" doesn't mean scraping a living, and how it is possible to merge ambition to grow, with being there for your family and enjoying freedom within your life.  Resources Mentioned In This Episode:>> John Lamerton [LinkedIn]>> Grab a FREE Chapter of John's books>> "What is a Lifestyle Business?" [John's Blog] >> Register for the FRE Live Academy Webinar>> Join the WealthBuilders Academy>> REGISTER HERE FOR FREE RESOURCES ACCESS If you have been enjoying listening to WealthTalk - Please Leave Us A Review!

In this week's episode, I'm joined by John Lamerton.John is an Author, Coach and the Managing Director of Big Idea Media.In this episode, he talks about the importance of achieving your goals by getting 1% better every week; why systems and processes are the key to incremental and sustained improvement; and why true wealth is fueled by freedom - not a Ferrari.________________________________________________________________________John Lamerton can be found here:LinkedInFree chapters from John's books________________________________________________________________________Doug Bennett can be found here:Website: http://dougbennett.co.uk/Email: doug@dougbennett.co.ukLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdoug/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FinancialDougDownload Your "Ten-Step Guide To Financial Freedom" Here:https://bit.ly/Struggle-SuccessBOOKS:Goals Do Come True is now live and available to buy on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3phcy6ZThink Simple, Win Big is now live and available to buy on Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Think-Simple-Win-Big-Business/Enjoy, and come back for the latest podcast each Wednesday. Thank you for listening.

John Lamerton was a civil servant who decided to launch an internet marketing company. He had no experience in running a company or marketing, but he was determined to make it work. He started by reading a book called "Internet Marketing for Dummies" and then slowly started to figure things out. He made a lot of mistakes, but eventually, he had a breakthrough when he made his first sale. He then quit his job and started to focus on building his business. He has now been running his business for 21 years and has helped many other people do the same. In this episode, you will learn the following: 1. What it was like to be an early adopter of internet marketing, when few people knew what it was and it was a new frontier 2. The difference between a lifestyle business and a traditional business model 3. How to achieve work-life balance when running a business

John Lamerton was a civil servant who decided to launch an internet marketing company. He had no experience in running a company or marketing, but he was determined to make it work. He started by reading a book called "Internet Marketing for Dummies" and then slowly started to figure things out. He made a lot of mistakes, but eventually, he had a breakthrough when he made his first sale. He then quit his job and started to focus on building his business. He has now been running his business for 21 years and has helped many other people do the same. In this episode, you will learn the following: 1. What it was like to be an early adopter of internet marketing, when few people knew what it was and it was a new frontier 2. The difference between a lifestyle business and a traditional business model 3. How to achieve work-life balance when running a business

How to Become a Renegade Millionaire The book Renegade Millionaire contains 7 secrets that aspiring millionaires should follow. You know what they say? Mirror those that have done it. These 7 secrets describe the core beliefs and behaviours that people who aspire to become millionaires display. So sit back and listen to this summary podcast. In the meantime, it's probably best if you go out and buy the book. Here's a link: RENEGADE MILLIONAIRE So let's start with the first secret... SECRET #1 THE POWER OF ORGANISED EFFORT Are you using strategies in the pursuit of principles? Or are you using tactics in search of a strategy. Secret number 1 is all about having governing principles. Then having strategies supported by tactics. In this clip, Graham explains how this secret relates to the current pre-crash challenge that many affluent people are facing. http://thenext100days.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Graham-Arrowsmith-Secret-1-Organised-Effort.mp4 So, Dan Kennedy says STOP! Think hard and go back to principle. When it comes to money, what is your principle? As Graham says, it might be - I word amend hard for this money so I want to keep and grow it! That then spills down into strategies. It might be hire a great financial adviser. Or, it might be you DIY your finances. The tactics are then all those things you'd do to serve the strategies that fulfil on the principle. #2 MAKE MAXIMUM MONEY Ask yourself the question, "Is this making money?". Graham said the 1% aren't given to wasting their time on social media. Time is an important non-repeatable asset. http://thenext100days.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Graham-Arrowsmith-Make-Maximum-Money.mp4 Kevin referenced the most recent John Lamerton podcast. He made the point about social media being transient. Graham spoke about Dan Kennedy's stage speaking. Kennedy extracted maximum money from his speaking: negotiate a higher percentage processed his own orders he'd sell at higher prices than other he provided order forms that sold his services follow up letters to non-buyers he also used dead time productively - meeting someone-else on the trip. The value of a business rises with continuous or continuity income. Plus, increase the customer lifespan. These two strategies are about creating equity. Current Bank vs Future Bank This concept is about making deposits into your future bank. Here's an example: http://thenext100days.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Graham-Arrowsmith-Current-Bank-Future-Bank.mp4   #3 THE POWER OF BIG IDEAS Most great businesses have one radical BIG IDEA. So, how do you find these ideas? Violate industry norms Appeal to malcontents be a true leader and not just an alternative. BE A FARMER NOT A PIRATE http://thenext100days.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Graham-Arrowsmith-Farmer-NOT-Pirate.mp4   #4 TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR TIME, YOUR BUSINESS, AND YOUR LIFE Kevin recommends you are selective in the things you do. Be choosy about which objectives you pursue in the next 100 days. http://thenext100days.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Graham-Arrowsmith-Control-Your-Time.mp4 There is logic in controlling access to you. We discuss the OFF THE GRID app with Patrice Archer. This is all about controlling your effort to control time. INFLUENCER MARKETING - Following a Parasite Strategy http://thenext100days.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Graham-Arrowsmith-Be-a-Parasite.mp4 This is all about using OTHER PEOPLE"S RELATIONSHIPS. #5 ACCURATE THINKING Knowing facts you may not want to know. Gather empirical evidence. Graham mentioned previous guest Daniel Burstein from Meclabs. They are all about empirical evidence. #6 CREATE A COMPETITION FREE ZONE Kevin suggested we skip this and refer people to our podcast Episode 295 on this. SECRET #7 INVENT LESS, IMPLEMENT MORE People really like creating rather implementing. Is your CV just like this? http://thenext100days.

Good morning everyone! Thank you for listening to the Motivated Entrepreneurs podcast. Today we have a book review and it's called "Evergreen Assets" by John Lamerton. Content Marketing doesn't work - at least not the way most people do it. Most people make content marketing harder work than it needs to be. This book will show you how to get your content marketing working hard for you, rather than the other way around! To do the work once, and reap the rewards again and again (and again!). Hope you like this episode. Please give a listen. Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2VkXGHq Listen on Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/39TYebQ Motivated Entrepreneurs Website: https://motivatedentrepreneurs.co.uk/ Please Like, Share, and Subscribe to Motivated Entrepreneurs Youtube Channel: https://bit.ly/3eA64u5   Cheers, Dean

As the finance lead, you probably present the business profit and loss account at many of the business meetings you attend. You place huge value on the financial results of the business each month or each quarter. But is that correct? Does the P&L account tell you what you need to know? Does it paint an accurate picture of business performance? Sometimes it does, but quite often it doesn't accurately reflect the economics within the business. The P&L account tells you what you spent money on, your cost centre structure likely tells you who spent it, but neither tell you why you spent it. Is an adverse variance really bad? Is a positive variance good? The answer is not always. Unless you know the why, and also understand the economic engine of the business you don't know. You probably grappled with the two fundamental accounting concepts of prudence and accruals when you passed your accountancy exams. Accruals are all about matching costs with revenues, while prudence is about taking account of liabilities as soon as they arise. But we are in strange times where we seem to like capitalising our empty office blocks and hardly used company cars while we write off our investment in digital sales-generating assets as soon as we spend the money. In the podcast, Kevin Appleby and Susana Serrano-Davey discuss these and other issues and conclude you need many more metrics than those in the P&L account and a much deeper understanding of your business through an economic rather than an accounting model. We didn't mention it in the show, but Doug Hicks has written an excellent book about what's wrong with the P&L account and why you need an economic model of the business. It makes excellent further reading on this topic. Links Mentoring at GrowCFO with Susana Serrano-DaveyI May Be Wrong, But I Doubt It: How Accounting Information Undermines Profitability by Doug Hicks on Amazon UK or Amazon USAEvergreen Assets by John Lamerton on Amazon UK or Amazon USA24 assets by Daniel Priestley on Amazon UK or Amazon USAListen to Next 100 Days Podcast with John Lamerton talking about Evergreen AssetsSusana Serrano-Davey on LinkedInKevin Appleby on LinkedIn Timestamps 00:59 The P&L account is a key tool 01:53 A history lesson; one set of accounts for investors and for the taxman 03:53 Modern systems and the ability to cut the data in different ways 04:28 Accounting standards and the 4 core accounting concepts 06:23 Are your fixed assets really the assets that drive business performance or are they just hidden future costs? 07:40 Evergreen digital assets 10:46 Depreciation 11:38 The pressure to report a better picture in the P&L 15:51 Unrealistic budgets 20:39 No surprises; don't hide the truth 23:30 The P&L account doesn't tell you why you spent the money 26:21 An economic rather than an accounting model of your business 29:41 Assigning costs to activities gives you a better understanding of customer and product costs 31:07 The tendency to over cost the simple and under cost the complex 31:39 An activity-based costing example

Evergreen Assets with John Lamerton Evergreen Assets is the name of John Lamerton's latest book. This is John's third appearance on The Next 100 Days Podcast. Evergreen Assets - The Book BUY THE BOOK John wrote the majority of the book in the March 2020 lockdown. John's clients were concerned to receive his advice. Firstly, he told them to look after cash flow. Secondly, look after relationships. One of the recurring themes in the book is that it is not a numbers game, it's a relationships game. No one remembers what you did, but they'll remember how you made them feel. Thirdly, he told people to build evergreen assets. http://thenext100days.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/John-Lamerton-Evergreen-Assets.mp4 Noddy Holder - Great Example of Evergreen Assets Even though Graham got his 70s bands mixed up, Mud and Slade. Noddy Holder was in fact the lead singer and writer of a very popular Christmas anthem. John tells the story... http://thenext100days.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/John-Lamerton-Noddy-Holder.mp4 It is rumoured that Noddy Holder receives £500k royalties, etc for the song every year. That is some return of effort deployed. John Doesn't Like "What's Working Now" He says the Guru's like to sell 'what's working right now. Why? It's because Guru's can say the reason you're now successful is you aren't doing what's working right now. You are using an outdated model. The world has moved on. He says, The Gurus will say, "I've got a secret, and that secret is what's working right now". It's all smoke and mirrors. A sleight of hand magic trick to rob you of money. Instead, John encourages business owners to focus on what works every single time. It's the "Merry Christmas Everybody" marketing strategy. What do you think of Social Media? "It's tomorrow's chip paper." http://thenext100days.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/John-Lamerton-Social-Media.mp4 The Social Network John points out that social media used to be known as the social network. http://thenext100days.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/John-Lamerton-Disliking-Social-Media.mp4 John argues that it is far better for business owners to go deep with a few people, rather than spray stuff to lots of people. The Evergreen Assets Eco-System http://thenext100days.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/John-Lamerton-Evergreen-Assets-Eco-System.mp4 There will be one of the 6 seed classes that your business can most benefit from. Viral Class - R Rate John uses the R rate, used to reflect the Replicate Rate of the China Virus. So if you have an R rate of 1.5, for every 10 customers, they'll bring in 5 free. http://thenext100days.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/John-Lamerton-R-Rate-Viral.mp4 The gym wraps up a shareable story that can be put into a referral system, then you'll have a business that produces a huge number of referral clients. The trade is made with the client to say if I produce the results you are looking for, you will refer me to 5 other people. The Guarantee Meanwhile, John has noted his clients like the idea of offering guarantees. http://thenext100days.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/John-Lamerton-Guarantee.mp4 John Lamerton's The Next 100 Days Podcast Testimonial http://thenext100days.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/John-Lamerton-Testimonial.mp4 The Next 100 Days co-hosts… Graham Arrowsmith Finely Fettled helps organisations that want to market to affluent and high net worth customers with direct marketing campaigns and data services. Meet Professionals – Offers large financial advisory groups with 50+ IFAs a white-labelled lead generation and conversion system. Contact Graham: LinkedIn: Visit Graham's LinkedIn Profile Twitter: Visit Graham's Twitter Page Email:  Email Graham Direct Kevin Appleby Kevin is a Chartered Accountant who has worked as a management consultant for a number of years specialising in finance transformation and implementing business change. Currently,

If you want to grow your small business, without having to learn complex marketing strategies, and without being told to simply “work harder than everyone else”, then “Big Ideas... for Small Businesses: Simple, Practical Tools and Tactics to Help Your Small Business Grow” could be the “lightbulb moment” you've been waiting for... This book is a collection of the lessons, failures and successes that John now uses to coach and mentor hundreds of small business owners, teaching them to think bigger, work less, and design their business around the lifestyle they want. This reading is entitled, "Why Do People Hate Lifestyle Businesses?" Order your copy of "Big Ideas" from your local bookstore or here on Amazon.

Join Paul Mumford and Clare Horsley as they talk to the world's leading business coaches and leaders who share practical advice so you can grow your own small business. In this week's episode The ultimate goal for any business owner, making money in your sleep. Imagine being able to go on holiday whenever you like or take a day out and not worry about how it will affect your income? Well you can and many other business owners do. On this week's podcast we find out how you can make money without working. We welcome back the king of business systems, John Lamerton who's new book ‘Evergreen Assets' helps you to create content, processes and working behaviours so you can sit back and relax. Continue the conversation Please rate, follow or subscribe so you don't miss out on future episodes and check out our extensive back catalogue of episodes with business experts on a myriad of topics. We'd also love to chat with you about this week's episode and any other aspects that are proving tricky in your small business right now. You can continue the conversation by connecting with us on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn. Just search for Big Little Business Show. www.biglittlebusinessshow.co.uk

Make It Happen with Will Polston - Episode - 107 - Routine Machine with John Lamerton Episode Notes Make It Happen with Will Polston - Episode - 107 - Routine Machine with John Lamerton Make It Happen with Will Polston is a weekly podcast that consists of a combination of episodes with Mindset Strategist Will Polston and episodes with Will's guests from around the world providing you with insights on how you can transform your excuses into results to benefit yourself, your family, your friends, your community, society, humanity and the universe, what he calls - The Ripple Effect. How does a 'normal bloke from Plymouth' attract more success than he ever dreamed (or deserved)? By turning consistency into his superpower - and becoming a Routine Machine. Self-styled 'Lazy Entrepreneur' John Lamerton has leveraged the amazing power of daily habits and routines to make success inevitable - and shows us how we can do the same. In this episode, Will has John as his guest and they talk about: - What is a routine? - The importance of having a routine to achieve success - How he got to where he is now - The benefits of having a morning routine - Why you should pursue a career that you love To find out more about John, click here. Join the free Make It Happen Community Facebook group by clicking here. Take the 5-Minute Quiz that Reveals What's Preventing You from Living a Purposeful, Inspired and Energised Life You Love by clicking here.

#ALB82 – John Warrillow This month's episode is slightly different, as you know we normally chat with a client, but today we are taking to bestselling author John Warrillow, who is the author of best-selling book Built to Sell: Creating a Business That Can Thrive Without You was recognized by both Fortune and Inc. as one of the best business books of 2011 and just so happens to be John Lamerton's favourite book. John is also the host of Built to Sell Radio, ranked by Forbes as one of the world's 10 best podcasts for business owners.  In 2015, John wrote another best-selling book, The Automatic Customer: Creating a Subscription Business in Any Industry.  John completes the trilogy with his latest book, The Art of Selling Your Business: Winning Strategies & Secret Hacks for Exiting on Top. Let's get the house valued Just because you book a valuation, doesn't necessarily mean you are going to sell your house that month, the same applies for your retirement pot, you check it as you want it to be ready when you are ready to move house or retire. Well, the same applies for your business.   Scaling back The pandemic has been a struggle for most business owners, but what many have realised is that actually they are able to operate a much leaner business model, that perhaps you do not need offices and multiple overheads. And this in turn has seen a trend in more lifestyle businesses being created. Subscription models are the way forward John and Jason are HUGE fans of a subscription model, in fact most of their businesses run on this model. But why do they like them so much? Yes or No How much time would you free up by being able to answer employees' questions with a simple Yes or No answer? Learn the art of a “Yesable question” So, do you want to sell your business? You probably don't, but how many of you would like to know you “COULD” sell your business if you wanted too? For links to everything we talk about, including the video recording of the episode and transcription of everything we talked about, head over to the show notes at bigidea.co.uk/podcast. And to watch the LIVE recording of each episode of the Ambitious. Lifestyle. Business. Podcast, join our Facebook Group for FREE - you can then watch our ugly mugs in glorious technicolour every month, as well as get BONUS in-between-isodes, and direct access to both of us to ask any questions about this, or any other episode.

Join Paul Mumford and Clare Horsley as they talk to the world's leading business coaches and leaders who share practical advice so you can grow your own small business. In this week's episode Do you set goals for you business? If you do what happens next? The vast majority of goals don't get beyond writing them down so how to do you set a goal and get a goal? This is the first of our special 'Summer Short' episodes where we answer listener questions with the help of some of the leading business experts who have appeared on our show over the past 14 months. Every business owner has those days when they lack motivation and enthusiasm for what they do. We can't be super focussed and buzzing every day. So what can we do to get out of that rut and get that fire back in our bellies? We've got some great advice with the help of Daniel Tolson and John Lamerton. Continue the conversation Please rate, follow or subscribe so you don't miss out on future episodes and check out our extensive back catalogue of business experts. We'd also love to chat with you about this week's episode and any other aspects that are proving tricky in your small business right now. You can continue the conversation by connecting with us on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn. Just search for Big Little Business Show. www.biglittlebusinessshow.co.uk

Phil Jepson and John Lamerton continue their discussion about the best ways to grow a small business. In particular they focus on the importance of good quality sales and marketing. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/philip-jepson/message

After you have bought a business the challenge is to improve it and grow it. Phil Jepson talks to John Lamerton about the different ways to grow a business, the importance of systems and routines, small improvements and coaching and mentoring. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/philip-jepson/message

This episode is a special one. It's the first interview on the show - and it's a good un. I'm speaking to business author and coach John Lamerton. John is "a normal bloke from Plymouth" who quit his £10,000 a year job in the civil service to set up a business. This episode is as much about life as business - and he shares some great strategies on how to do it stress-free. He shares how to make it much more achievable than you ever thought possible through his system of simultaneous tweaks. You can find John at https://bigidea.co.uk where John runs his One Per Cent Club - and where you can find out more about his great books Big Ideas For Small Businesses and Routine Machine. Want a FREE download to 6 of John's best tips from the show? Get it from https://asliceoftherapy.com/john

Subscribe so you don't miss out on a subject ********************** Join me as I geek out about routines and how it's made me the person that I am today for all the good and all the bad!   I also share how I'm trying to maximise my routines as in these crazy times to give me focus, purpose and hopefully keep me sane (although you wouldn't think it looking at me! Ha!)   PS If you wanna read a great book on routines, check out John Lamerton's Routine Machine: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Routine-Machine-successful-guarantee-themselves/dp/191060027X

Knowing where you're going with your business is essential and having a plan to get you there is the best way to do it. This week Paul and Clare talk to a man who takes both planning and success to the next level. John Lamerton is a best selling author who has owned a multitude of businesses over the years. He has a different approach to planning that has worked for him time and time again. In fact he launched a successful internet marketing company without an internet connection or even a computer. John reveals how he plans for success, how you can do it too and his very precise system for eating his favourite biscuits.

Joining Pete Cann in this interesting episode is John Lamerton who is the Managing Director of Big Idea Media Ltd. John shares his journey from his first business to being a Managing Director. Often termed as the king of routine, John shares with the audience the importance of Routine and Positive Mindset. Tune in with Pete Cann and John Lamerton in this episode as John will dive more into Routine and Positive daily habits. Key Podcast Moments: ·      [00.25] – Pete introduces John Lamerton to the audience. ·      [01.15] – “If you did have superpowers John, what would it be?”·      [02.21] – “who is John Lamerton?”·      [04.07] – John shares about his Routine Machine and the importance of Routine. ·      [06.08] – John shares with the audience as to why he likes routine, when he started liking routine and how he manages to come up with a routine. ·      [12.46] – What let John get a positive mindset on things?·      [14.22] – Impact of environment on a positive mindset. ·      [16.12] – Go to books for people to learn about positivity. ·      [20.37] – “Where can people find you, John, to get a book recommendation?”·      [22.31] – “Sauna and Sleep”·      [26.40] – John shares what makes you sleep after a sauna. ·      [30.06] – “What three things bring you joy?”·      [31.26] – Best ways to reach out to John Lamerton. Quotes:-       “The better I sleep and the more high-quality sleep I get, the better I am at everything.”-       “I just want to do what makes me happy, what makes me happiest”About our guest: John Lamerton, as he stands today is the Managing Director of Big Idea Media Ltd. He is also often referred to as the “King of Routine”. John is a bestselling author, entrepreneur and mentor to small businesses. Get in contact with our guest:-       Official Website: https://bigidea.co.uk/-       LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/john-lamerton-b42b9013b-       Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/ambitious.lifestyle.business/ Don't forget to leave feedback and subscribe to our podcast as we will give tips to lead a happier, more positive life. Tune in this space for more. The Laughter Man, Pete Cann is on a fun-filled mission to bring the positive benefits of laughter to the world. Since discovering Laughter Yoga, company owner Pete has transformed his business and family life and now wants to share his infectious secrets and get the planet laughing along with him.You'll find Pete, his trademark red hat and his happy vibe on the following channels;pete@petecann.comwww.petecann.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/thelaughterman/https://www.instagram.com/petecannthelaughterman/https://www.facebook.com/thelaughtermanhttps://www.youtube.com/c/petecannthelaughterman

Good morning everyone and welcome back to Motivated Entrepreneurs. Today we have an interview with John Lamerton. He's set out to be a civil servant 20-odd years ago. But he absolutely hated being a boring civil servant. So, he does marketing and runs a business. Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2VkXGHq Listen on Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/39TYebQ Please Like, Share and Subscribe to Motivated Entrepreneurs Youtube Channel: https://bit.ly/3eA64u5   Please give it a listen., Dean

OMN E077 | The Routine Machine: John Lamerton has been called a "Routine Machine", the "King of Routine", and a "Routine Freak". As a "normal bloke from Plymouth" (his words!) he's used the amazing power of daily habits and routines to supercharge every aspect of his life, and achieve more success than he ever dreamed possible. Check out John's marketing business HERE! Don't forget to download my brand new Bulletproof Business App for all these podcasts, upcoming events, accountability, business planning/strategy modules, inspiration and the very best business coaching content you can get!  Download my Bulletproof Business App for Apple! Download my Bulletproof Business App for Android! You can now support the podcast directly by becoming a patron on Patreon! Become an 'Optimised Human' or 'Optimised Entrepreneur' by visiting our Patreon page HERE and sign up to unlock exclusive patron benefits!  Don't forget to connect with me @TheJamieKeeling on Facebook & LinkedIn Let's work together to take your business to the next level - Business Accelerator Programmes: "Helping Construction Business Directors achieve more profit, more growth and more time by improving project management systems and understanding their numbers" Growth Accelerator | Construction Business Mastermind | Bulletproof Mini-Mastermind  Please SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, & leave a REVIEW!  www.optimisemenow.com

2020 vision with Graham Arrowsmith and Kevin Appleby What's your vision for the first 100 days in 2020? 2020 vision is all about planning for the new year ahead. If you're starting out on a new project, have business plans in mind or have already started a new business, 2020 is the year to persevere and live out those plans. On this podcast, Kevin and Graham will be chatting about the past, present and future in regards to business and life! 2020 vision and the next 100 days So, what does Graham have planned for the FIRST 100 days of 2020? Graham hopes to have launched his new business by March. Then he will have achieved stage one at least! That is the priority. The other thing is, with bringing Ellie into the company, Graham will be relaunching the website. Additionally, he is focussing on new ways that Finely Fettled can help people - particularly regarding affluent data. With the advent go Ellie coming along, Finely Fettled has looked into affluent data. In particular, he's been looking at how to access those when you don't have their name and address. So, Finely Fettled will be launching the UK Affluent Address Database, and that will be an address database of the most affluent people in the UK. It's very similar to the service Graham talks about in episode 164 - Partially Addressed Advertising Mail. Address only data is the gap in the market Graham and Ellie see. The results people are getting from this type of data are really quite impressive. In summary, and so you can all keep Graham to his Business resolutions (!): Launching the new business. Reinstating what Finely Fettled is and stands for. The start of the podcast It was on the 10th January 2016 that The Next 100 Days podcast released its very first episode. 4 years of the podcast and over 200 episode - what an achievement. It's quite a nervous thing to start a podcast and to speak with the possibility someone is listening to you! The thoughts of "I'll sound like like a bozo!" do run through your head. However, once you get into conversation with the fabulous guests that have been on, it all flows. http://thenext100days.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Favoruite-Episode.mp4   Find the episode Graham and Kevin are talking about, here. Unfortunately, Rosemary passed early 2019. However, she's there on the podcast and will be remembered for the great things she said on it. As well as the other things she did in her life. Kevin's favourite was Dave Dee! Interestingly, this was Graham's favourite. His content was awesome. Listen here id you haven't heard it. Initially, Dave worked as a magician. As a result, once of the things he does is PSYCHIC SELLING. Dave really started giving the magic about selling products and how to get into the psyche of the seller. That means he really knew how to appeal to the minds of others. Pure gold episode! Many a guest, many a topic The truth is, the podcast has become so varied as the episodes keep being recorded. We've covered finance, Human Resources, marketing, personal growth. There are so many people on the podcast who have been outstanding. Another favourite of Kevin's was John Lamerton and his discussion of his new book, 'Routine Machine'. The next 100 days for Kevin The next 100 days will see him continue a business reshape. Kevin wants to move away from trading time for money. The lessons in 'Routine Machine' and those learnt from the podcast episode with Ken Keis - talking about playing to your strengths - should help. Also, Kevin has been reading a new book called '168 hours' which challenges you on what you do during the working week. These things combined will help Kevin to think about how he is spending his time, is he doing the right things so that he can move to a more product-based income. http://thenext100days.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Kevins-key-learning.mp4 Kevin's background is consultancy and he specialises in things around  ente...

Here is the Christmas Special 2019 with John Lamerton and Jason Brockman. This podcast takes a look at both John and Jason's 2019, what their targets and goals were and whether they achieved them. Holidays, books, John stepping into the boxing ring, Jason's charity work and much more!! Plus find out what they have in store for 2020.  For links to everything we talk about, including the video recording of the episode and transcription of everything we talked about, head over to the show notes at bigidea.co.uk/podcast. And to watch the LIVE recording of each episode of the Ambitious. Lifestyle. Business. Podcast, join our Facebook Group for FREE - you can then watch our ugly mugs in glorious technicolour every month, as well as get BONUS in-between-isodes, and direct access to both of us to ask any questions about this, or any other episode.

In today's episode, Gavin speaks with John Lammerton; Angel investor, business owner and author of The Routine Machine.   John has been called the King of Routine!  John describes how the routine itself does not matter.  You set the routines & the rules up to work for you.   What is the little hinge that will swing the big door? Make one change.  Start small and level up.  Keep levelling up.  Schedule in your level-ups.   Even the most disorganised and creative amongst you will find yourself wanting to schedule some routine into your world after listening to this interview. KEY RESOURCES The Routine Machine Book (Amazon) ABOUT THE HOST  Gavin Preston  Gavin is an inspirational Speaker, Business Strategist, Business Growth Mentor, Trainer and high-performance Coach.  He works with Business Owners and Entrepreneurs and has a strong track record in creating creative strategies to accelerate the growth of their business. He has helped hundreds of SME business owners and leaders improve their performance and that of their business and a comparable number of executives and employees in blue-chip corporates over the last 20 years.  Gavin’s energetic, insightful and yet down to earth and practical talks, workshops and coaching is in demand with high growth business between £250,000 and £30 million revenue and with multi-national organisations at all levels from Board to frontline Managers. He is an expert in Business Growth Strategies, Peak Performance Mindset, Persuasion & Engagement, Marketing, Productivity, Leadership Development, Team Development & Motivation, Leading Change, Stakeholder Management, Personal Effectiveness and Behavioural Change.     CONTACT METHOD  Gavin Preston Website Gavin Preston LinkedIn Gavin Preston YouTube Gavin Preston Facebook Gavin Preston Twitter

In todays episode we are going to be talking about Routines and how they are help you achieve more in 24hrs than most people. We are joined by John Lamerton who has been dubed the 'Routine Machine' we will here how implementing new routines into our daily lives may be difficult to start with ultimately it will help us do and achieve more and often in less timeTo connect with John, please head over to the episode show notes at;https://www.fitterhealthierdad.com/Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/fitterhealthierdad. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

John Lamerton is a “routine freak” - or so his wife says and after chatting with him I tend to agree (in the nicest possible way!). John loves a routine and his new book “Routine Machine” explores how you can too. In fact John promises that you can get results!One routine I’ve maintained for 2,240 days is waking up sober. Did I do it through John’s book? Nope - it wasn’t written then (I read another great book with 164 pages). But it’s the one routine I’ve maintained every single day and one I often don’t give myself credit for. You see it’s become so ingrained in me that I simply don’t drink. Being sober is normal for me today. Now am I being oblivious to the fact that I may drink one day? Absolutely not. I know I’m only ever an arm’s length away from a glass of Pinot. But today I have a choice. It was a hard-won one. It was very costly and I don’t mean financially! Today I am sober.  I don’t have to drink when I feel happy, mad, sad or bad. I simply have to ensure that when I feel irritable, restless or discontent (or my emotions run high) I do something about it. I talk to someone and tell them what’s going on with me. God (or my dog) works for me if I can’t talk to another human.  I usually have to write it down and look at it (some would call that journalling, I don’t, I call it looking at the facts!). A friend reminded me that if I can do that, I can do anything. And so can you. Anything is possible.And that’s one of the things I discuss with John. What do you do if you want to create a new routine, but you’ve tried before and failed. Perhaps you’ve tried to write a book and haven’t got more than 100 words down (or is that just me). Or you want to lose weight/buy a house/get fit/eat healthily/insert anything else here you want to do. No matter what routine you want to bring into your life it is possible to change. If I can stop drinking, surely I can lose that 3 stone that’s been with me far too long!If John “a normal bloke from Plymouth” can completely change his life and become a “routine machine”, so you can we.Listen to our chat about routines and let me know what you think.#TriggerWarning If you’re a stationery addict like me beware...whilst listening to this episode you may feel the need to go shopping, buy some cool stickers (gold stars optional) and release your inner child by making a sticker chart to celebrate your success. Be sure to give us a review on Apple Podcasts I really do read them. In fact @Teddifantastic kindly gave me one and I posted on our Patreon site a thank you. It’s here @Teddifantastic if you’re reading this: https://www.patreon.com/todayiamsober Here’s the details of John’s book:“Routine Machine: How successful people improve their morning routine, daily habits and guarantee themselves results” by John Lamerton is available in all good book stores.  If you buy the book from Amazon using the link below the Today I Am Sober podcast will receive a small commission directly from Amazon as a thank you for your purchase. Who knows, perhaps we’ll be able to buy a new microphone or sound-proofing so that the audio quality gets better!Buy the book now: https://amzn.to/2qVfVGU Connect with John: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/routinemachines/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-lamerton-b42b9013b Website: www.routinemachine.co.uk PS I’ve been busy working on our website todayiamsober.co.uk (well 2 hours at the weekend!) I hope you like it!

A recent interview with John included the stock he puts on routines and how when his mindset changed his business changed. John talks about his business beginnings and how it has evolved. We also discover what goes into getting a book written and published.

How to Become a Sales Routine Machine with John Lamerton #289

The first ever episode of the Parent Guide to GCSE podcast, with our first victim / guest, John Lamerton. In this episode, the twice best-selling author of 'Routine Machine', John Lamerton, joins us to talk about the power of great routines, and how they can help your teenager succeed at GCSE. We talk revision habits, mindset, and how to not get distracted by phones! Check out a free chapter of his book 'Routine Machine' at http://www.bigidea.co.uk/routine-machine/

Routine Machine by John Lamerton Kevin Appleby has been reading John Lamerton's new book Routine Machine. He said it was one of the best books he's read recently. No feint praise from Kevin, as his Kindle is hot from use. Kevin (not sucking up to John) said "it's the best book he's read this year. We're recording in August 2019 too! What he liked about it was ease of reading. John tells us he has a better editor (Greg) for this book. What is Routine Machine About Another podcast host spotted John's self description of being a lazy entrepreneur. He thought it wasn't ideal. John didn't like the podcast hot's first suggestion but the conversation later came round to the things that John does to enable him to be a lazy entrepreneur. And that was routine. The host said John was the king of routine! http://thenext100days.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/King-of-Routine.mp4 All from an aside at the end of a podcast! Although John said he'd never write another book again, he did. On holiday, he wrote stuff into a note book. Improve Your Morning Routine Kevin said it resonated with the work of Hal Eldrod - https://halelrod.com He loves some of the ideas presented in Hal's book. That you leap out of bed at 5am every morning, like it's Christmas Day morning! And you do you "affirmations". Do a workout and drink a smoothie. Sounded fantastic. But for John he could not make it work. Graham plans to swerve Hal's book, and Kevin had a similar reaction to John. Would all this mean Graham had to wear a leotard? http://thenext100days.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/Graham-in-a-leotard.mp4 So John says the key to routine is optimising YOUR morning routine. Key Takeaways Change one thing. Make it small. Make it easy. Get some momentum. People don't want to be told what to do. You already do stuff on out-pilot. Stuff you do everyday. Make a small improvements. Affirmations - look at this article if you want stuff on affirmations - https://www.huffpost.com/entry/affirmations_b_3527028 Routine IS boring But you are already doing this. Mostly you are staring blankly at Facebook on your phone. Borrow that time. Is a practiced drill? Repeat and optimise. Not unlike Marcelo Bielsa is doing at Leeds United. George Graham did much of this at Arsenal. He optimised a routine long before they started the season. It is learned behaviour. Kevin's Changed What Goes Into His Schedule Kevin made this change. He adds his dog walk with his dog Cooper. He schedules in the stuff you enjoy! John showed us his weekly work schedule that highlighted he took his own dog out at a certain time. Why has the podcast worked? We decided to do a podcast EVERY week. A cumulative effect of having done that. This is podcast #187. We have authority to ask people like John to join us on the podcast. The Book is NOT Just About a Morning Routine How you start influences the way you end the day. If you start the day in your email box. 3 hours passes and you don't then have time to do the most important thing you need to get done. What tips does John have? Identify EACH WEEK'S Most important task. Write That Sales Letter, Graham! http://thenext100days.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/Write-That-Sales-Letter.mp4 Do not pass go, until you finish it. The Machine part. Just F@@@@ do it! You have to be ruthless. Do the important stuff. This episode is really part two of a two part series. John joined us on our Episode 93 to discuss his Big Ideas book. Listen here. You must have the discipline to do the things that are important to you day in day out.   Get The Book - Routine Machine - Click on the image. Fluffy prose is not what this book will deliver. Instead, you'll find down to earth conversational style. What is John's IDEAL Job Description? http://thenext100days.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/Job-Description-Ideal.mp4 SO, WHAT DO YOU WANT OUT OF LIFE AND YOUR BUSINESS?

  #ALB54 - Routine Machine   This episode is a little different from the norm - it’s a LIVE reading (complete with some stumbles) of a few chapters from John Lamerton’s latest book on habits and routines - Routine Machine.   Why did John write a morning routine book? Last August John was on holiday in sunny Corfu with his family, whilst there he started plotting out some notes, he did this with a view to writing a potential second book, a follow up to the successful Big Ideas... for Small Businesses.    John famously said he was never writing again, he was NEVER doing a second book, but four or five pages of notes later it became apparent that he was in fact going to be writing a second book. This podcast takes a look at his new book, Routine Machine, which is available from the 11th July 2019.   The power of routine, not just a morning routine but successful strategies and daily habits to make you more successful. It is written primarily for small business owners - if Big Ideas... for Small Businesses was about focus, doing the right thing, choosing the right thing to focus on, then Routine Machine is about doing the right thing consistently, every time, habitually….. ROUTINELY!   How many days does it take to form a habit? John earned £13.51 in his first nine months in business.   Nine months later, he quit his job. Nine months after that, he was earning over £100k a year.    Warren Buffett bought his first stock in 1941, he was a millionaire by 1960 and surpassed the $1 billion mark in 1986.    $19 billion of his $86 billion-dollar fortune has been made in the last 2 years.    It’s going to be a while before you see any feedback or results from any changes you make now.   When John replaced his go-to lunch of beans on toast with a healthy green juice, he saw absolutely no effect on the first day, or the second, or the third, but 30 days later he could see a difference. A year later and he looked like a different person. There is always a delay between the routine change and the feedback, that is perfectly normal and to be expected.    John and Jason discuss why expecting instant rewards just doesn’t work.   There is always a delay between the action and the result. That concept can also work on a negative point too - one KFC now and then isn’t going to make a huge difference, but a KFC a few times a week might, and a KFC every day almost certainly will. Routine Quotes from John “Remember, you are the compound effect of every decision you have ever made and every action you have ever taken. The little habits and routines that on their own seem so small and insignificant, when rolled down the hill of time, yield massive snowballs”.   'If you want new results, you need new routines, but they've got to work for you. copying someone else just isn't going to help in the slightest. The routine doesn't matter what matters is that you have a routine'.    "When I replaced my go to lunch of beans on toast with a healthy green juice, I saw absolutely no effect on the first day, or the second, or third. But 30 days later, I could see.a difference, a year later I looked like a different person. There is always a delay between the routine change and the feedback, that is perfectly normal and to be expected". For links to everything we talk about, including the video recording of the episode and transcription of everything we talked about, head over to the show notes at bigidea.co.uk/podcast. And to watch the LIVE recording of each episode of the Ambitious. Lifestyle. Business. Podcast, join our Facebook Group for FREE - you can then watch our ugly mugs in glorious technicolour every month, as well as get BONUS in-between-isodes, and direct access to both of us to ask any questions about this, or any other episode.

This time around on the podcast, I spend time with John Lamerton. John is a self-described "lazy entrepreneur" and investor. He balances running an ambitious lifestyle business with raising two young children. A former “hustler”, he now earns more money “working” 20 to 25 hours a week than he used to pulling all-nighters and “grinding” for 100+ hours per week. This episode is brought to you by https://www.blinkist.com/ (Blinkist). Fit reading into your life with key takeaways from the world's best nonfiction books in text and audio. Blinkist now connects 6-million readers worldwide. Visit https://www.blinkist.com/ (https://www.blinkist.com/) to know more on how the group of readers, writers, developers, designers and planners are bringing the ideas from the best nonfiction to some of the busiest people on the planet. This episode is also brought to you by the University of California Irvine, Division of Continuing Education. Established in 1962, UCI offers education for adult learners in Orange County. But thanks to technology, their courses and certification programs in various fields are now available worldwide and online for just about anyone who's interested. Visit https://ce.uci.edu/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=paid-social&utm_campaign=Productivityist&utm_term=spring19 (ce.uci.edu/podcast) to learn more about the programs available. Most of us have this notion that working hard means working long hours. On this episode, we discussed John's book which is https://www.amazon.com/Big-Ideas-Small-Businesses-Practical/dp/1910600156 (For Small Businesses: Simple, Practical Tools and Tactics to Help Your Small Business Grow). We also discussed how to work smart by only working 20-25 hours a week and achieving success for your business instead of "hustling" for 100 hours work week. John now mentors his fellow ambitious business owners and teaching them how to design their businesses around his style. Specifics that we covered on the show include: Introducing John Lamerton's For Small Businesses: Simple, Practical Tools and Tactics to Help Your Small Business Grow book (02:25) What is the definition of a small business? (02:37) On copying Richard Branson (03:20) Funnelling your business to thrive (6:46) Light-bulb moment for the business (09:12) The five magic ingredients for success (15:22) On high intensity interval training - HIIT (17:40) How the essay, 1,000 True Fans by Kevin Kelly helped in the business (25:05) Quote "The final magic ingredient is action and that is the key thing that I see most people are failing to do. A lot of people they are not taking enough action. But on the flip-side, there are many many people who take lots of action but it's the wrong action and they are going 100 miles per hour in the wrong direction." ~ John LamertonRelevant Links: https://www.amazon.com/Big-Ideas-Small-Businesses-Practical/dp/1910600156 (Big Ideas... For Small Businesses: Simple, Practical Tools and Tactics to Help Your Small Business Grow) https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-lamerton-b42b9013b (John Lamerton - LinkedIn) https://www.facebook.com/Lammo77 (John Lambert - Facebook) This episode reminds us yet again the power of working smart instead of working hard. It is quality over quantity. I hope you will learn as much as I did. I appreciate the time you spend listening to the show. If you enjoyed this, make sure to never miss an episode by https://productivityist.transistor.fm/subscribe (subscribing). Also, take a moment to give the podcast a rating and review on whatever platform use to listen to podcasts. Thanks for listening and for your support. See you later.

First podcast of 2019 - New Year Special    "Time above all else"   "Looking at opportunities from a different perspective"   "If I am saying yes to this, what am I saying no to? Something's got to give"    Following on from John Lamerton interviewing Jason brockman, this episode sees the tables turned with the interviewer becoming the interviewee.    This podcast talks about John's 2018's resolutions what were they?   Did he keep them?   What is in store for 2019?   For links to everything we talk about, including the video recording of the episode and transcription of everything we talked about, head over to the show notes at bigidea.co.uk/podcast. And to watch the LIVE recording of each episode of the Ambitious. Lifestyle. Business. Podcast, join our Facebook Group for FREE - you can then watch our ugly mugs in glorious technicolour every month, as well as get BONUS in-between-isodes, and direct access to both of us to ask any questions about this, or any other episode.  

"Committing to it, then figuring out how you are going to do it"   "No real rational reasons just outside my comfort zone"   In this Christmas episode you will hear from the two founders of Ambitious. Lifestyle. Business.    Sit back and listen to John Lamerton interviewing Jason Brockman reflecting on the last 12 months of personal goal setting, overcoming obstacles, fundraising and business.   For links to everything we talk about, including the video recording of the episode and transcription of everything we talked about, head over to the show notes at bigidea.co.uk/podcast. And to watch the LIVE recording of each episode of the Ambitious. Lifestyle. Business. Podcast, join our Facebook Group for FREE - you can then watch our ugly mugs in glorious technicolour every month, as well as get BONUS in-between-isodes, and direct access to both of us to ask any questions about this, or any other episode.

“If you control the business, then you control the lifestyle and therefore you have a lifestyle business” From never owning a computer and having no prior knowledge of internet marketing, self-taught business owner John Lamerton speaks about his journey and what he has learned about life. After the birth of his first child in 2009, John realized his business was not what he wanted it to be and therefore launched his Ambitious Lifestyle business. Listen in as Kim and John discuss “aha” moments, what exactly a lifestyle business is, and some hiring lessons learned along the way. Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp402 Highlights: 1:00 What John does and what he did to get there 3:00 Running the wrong kind of business 8:09 What a lifestyle business really is 11:53 Hiring lessons learned 15:40 Creating hurdles when hiring 23:00 The need to hire support 29:11 Hiring new VS experienced 33:08 High intensity fitness training in a work concept 39:29 Let go of the MD (Managing Director) level 47:22 “Rich people spend money to save time, and poor people spend time to save money” 51:51 One thing John cannot work without

John Lamerton is just an average guy who has gone from being an unhealthy civil servant to living the dream. He tells stories from when he was a clock watcher, working in a stressful work environment, to leaving his career to experience doing business the wrong way with hustle and grind, to his breakthrough moment soon after the birth of his first child.  He now lives the dream life, working 20-25 hours a week in his business allows him the flexibility to live the life he desires, contributing significantly to raising his two young children and being more present with the family than most fathers can only wish for.   What you'll learn Why he left his stable salary job How he learned his new skills Why having a large company wasn’t as great as expected Does not wanting to be Richard Branson mean you’re not ambitious Common mistakes in small businesses If I’m listening to this and I hate my career, what starting point does John recommend Where to learn more OnePerCenter Mentoring:  BigIdea.co.ukopcc Book: https://www.bigidea.co.uk/big-idea-book/   Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for taking the time to listen this week. I hope this information will help you be a happy, healthy and wealthy dad! If you enjoyed the show, please share it using the social media buttons at the bottom of the page. Also, please leave an honest review for the podcast on Itunes. Ratings and reviews are important to show visibility and will help these episodes reach more dads.      Connect with me www.FatherhoodFitnessFinance.com Instagram   Subscribe to Fatherhood | Fitness | Finance Subscribe

John helps small business owners think bigger, work less and design their business around the lifestyle they want. John Lamerton The post #PIB78 Share your journey: John Lamerton appeared first on Parents in Biz.

Have you ever sacrificed your family time, your health, or your spiritual life, for your career?   Today you’re going to hear about someone who fell into that trap: John Lamerton thought that getting everything he wanted required adding more things into his world, and as a result he ended up working 100 hours a week and sacrificing time with his family – until he got a massive wake-up call in the form of a newborn son.   You’re going to discover what led to John’s mindset shift, and how subtracting, simplifying, and focusing allowed him to go from working 100-hour weeks to 25-hour weeks – all while making more money, experiencing less stress, and spending more time with his family.     The ONE Thing to Implement From This Episode: Our biggest takeaway from this episode is doing less – not more.   Sometimes, the things you like doing, and even the things that make you feel productive (or maybe just busy), aren’t the things that are going to make you effective – and they detract from the ONE thing that actually matters most.   What can you do, today, to get more clarity on the things that you’re currently saying yes to that you should consider saying no to? And are you willing to block out time on your calendar to figure it out – possibly even saying NO to something less important in the process?   In this episode you will learn... [7:10] How you can cut hours from your work week (while getting more done). [13:00] How you can start intentionally choosing power habits and stop accidentally falling into habits. [22:15] ONE thing you can do every day to reshape the story you tell yourself about your identity.   AWESOME FREE RESOURCES FOR YOU! Get more support & accountability: Join the Living Your ONE Thing Community The Kick Ass Guide To Accountability Form your first power habit with your 66 Day Challenge Calendar Check out our awesome blog!   Links & Tools From This Episode Big Ideas... For Small Businesses: Simple, Practical Tools and Tactics to Help Your Small Business Grow by John Lamerton Connect with John: Facebook | LinkedIn --   The ONE Thing is five years old – and we’re celebrating with a GIVEAWAY!   To celebrate The ONE Thing’s 5th birthday, we’re giving away over $17,000 in prizes! And when you enter the giveaway at The1Thing.com/giveaway, you will automatically join the community that we work with as we write our next book and create The ONE Thing Planner.   For a chance to win over $17,000 in prizes, go to the1thing.com/giveaway and enter your email! Don’t wait – the contest is only live until the end of April. -- The ONE Thing is produced by Podcast Masters

Angelos and Mo interview the self styled "Lazy Entrepreneur" John Lamerton. John talks to us about his journey to creating lifestyle businesses that work around his life, rather being a slave to business. 

John joins me today to share how he succeeded in his business by prioritising the “immovable objects” -- the big tasks --over the “sand and the water.” The post John Lamerton on Show #57: Prioritising the Immovable Objects appeared first on POWER to Live More.

John joins me today to share how he succeeded in his business by prioritising the “immovable objects” -- the big tasks --over the “sand and the water.” The post John Lamerton on Show #57: Prioritising the Immovable Objects appeared first on POWER to Live More.

Sponsor: Amazon Alexa Skills Udemy Course - Every business, blogger, podcaster, personal brand or anyone interested should have an Alexa Flash Briefing Skill... LEARN how to create one by clicking the link below. Discount is automatically applied when clicking the link below.  https://www.udemy.com/alexa-skills-how-to-create-an-alexa-skill-flash-briefing/?couponCode=TOMWICKSTEAD   Episode 18: I talk with John Lamerton about his story so far and his journey in entrepreneurship. John Lamerton is a self-confessed "lazy" entrepreneur and investor. He doesn't like working harder than he needs to, yet he used to work 100+ hours per week, and saw pulling all-nighters as a badge of honour - something to be proud of. His lightbulb moment came whilst sat in an MOT garage just after the birth of his first child, when he realised that the business he was building may well give him a huge pile of cash, but it wouldn't give him the LIFESTYLE that he truly wanted - to be there to see his kids growing up. John went home that day, and tore down his empire. He stood on the ruins of the massive corporation he was building, and laid the foundations for what would come to define him - as a builder of "Ambitious Lifestyle Businesses". True to this "lifestyle business" ambitions, John massively reduced the hours he was working, from more than a hundred per week, to around twenty per week. And yet, by applying the principles that John talks about in his book "Big Ideas... for Small Businesses", he saw his income RISE despite working less hours. Now a reformed "ex-hustler", John mentors other small business owners, teaching them how to grow their businesses - get more customers, and make more money - WITHOUT working harder. A harsh critic of many of the so-called "gurus" who claim to have the holy grail to business growth (which is usually either "work harder than everyone else", "copy my 147-step funnel" or "send me another $497 and I'll tell you the secret"), John likes to talk in no-nonsense plain English. He also keeps things nice and simple. Most small business owners don't need a 147-step marketing funnel, or a 15-page ebook as lead bait. What they DO need are a handful of simple, practical tools and tactics that they can easily and regularly deploy whenever they need new business. John gives them that in spades - "Big Ideas... for Small Businesses" has more than 100 of those takeaways - simple practical things that the average small business owner can put into practice within minutes of reading the book, and which when done regularly, will see tremendous growth in the sales figures. John currently owns a number of small businesses, mainly in the Sports Betting and Property sectors, and spends most of his time mentoring other ambitious lifestyle business owners. He still refuses to work more than 25 hours per week. His three passions in life are Family, Fun, and Travel - and he's designed every single one of his businesses around them. He'd love to show you how to do the same. Johns book: Big Idea's for Small Businesses is available on Amazon John can be found at www.bigidea.co.uk ★☆★ SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST ★☆★ ★FOLLOW ME BELOW★ ► Facebook: www.facebook.com/storiesinbusiness ► Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-wickstead-1a3245158/ ► Instagram: www.instagram.com/storiesinbusiness ► Website / Blog : www.storiesinbusiness.com ► iTunes : https://goo.gl/UMx32j ► Spotify: https://goo.gl/dqNhij Tags: Entrepreneur Entrepreneurs Marketing Social Media Success Motivation Motivational Inspiring Inspirational Conversions Sales Sale Ecommerce Consulting start up business businesses Management Marketing top podcast business podcasts podcasting speaker public speaker keynote media best podcasts Inspiration Millionaires billionaires daily show weekly show successful stories in business Inspirational  

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John Lamerton (John on Facebook) is the best selling author of "Big Ideas for Small Businesses" who talks about his story from school all the way through to now mentoring businesses and helping them start, grow and scale.   His desire to earn a lot of money in the first instance clearly drove John to become a civil servant and kept moving and changing until owning his own business. He also talks about the keys to being successful in business and how that relates to some of the struggles and successes he's had.   Enjoy :)   If you would like to buy John's book on amazon, you can get it by clicking HERE and if you would like to reach out to john you can join his Facebook group "Ambitious Lifestyle Business" by clicking HERE

John Lamerton is a best-selling author; entrepreneur; and mentor to small businesses. He hails from Devon and is a passionate Plymouth Argyle fan. John has just published a new book Big Ideas for Small Businesses and joins the podcast to tell us about the personal journey that inspires the book. John Lamerton started off as a civil servant and became a self-taught marketer. It was the early 2000s and he read a lot about the dot com millionaires. He registered domain names and waited for the phone to ring. But it didn't. He started the business with £100. He learnt how to monetise the traffic he attracted to his sites. All this before to leave the day job at the council. It took him 9 months to earn his first cheque - £13.09! 3 months past time he went part time and 3 months later he started working for himself. His first development book Internet Marketing for Dummies. Didn't really help him. He learnt more from hours in forums, asking and understanding questions. John Lamerton - Big Ideas for Small Businesses At the time, the press was all over the dot com millionaires. He was 22 at the time. His heroes at the time were only burning VC money. He recognised this and reflects he should have been worshipping at the feet of his first mentor, Clarke. Ask Ask Ask for advice from a mentor He was 2 years ahead of John on the journey. John contacted him and said, “Hi Clarke, I'd like to do exactly what you are doing please! Could you tell me how you are doing it?” Clarke's answer? “Yes, of course I will”. The first tip: Find someone who has been there. Book, YouTube videos. PICK THEIR BRAINS. Clarke got the good feeling from seeing a protégé doing what he was doing. The mentor relationship has blossomed into a life-long friendship. Now their respective son's ae helping each other on YouTube! John had a remarkable run and was soon earning £300k a year from the internet. He thought he was God's Gift to the internet. Branson and Sugar were his idols. His first hire was 2003 and by 2004 he had 15 staff in 2 offices. He became a full-time HR officer, and he hated it. John left the business in 2005, it was not the business he wanted. He was in full control and he'd created a monster! What did he learn? His learnings from that period came down to who he was hanging around with. His contemporaries all wanted to be super-successful internet millionaires. Was he thinking big enough? A potential business partner expected he should be earning £100k per month just from the deal with him. Again, was he thinking big enough? Therefore, he needed to scale, he needed staff, offices etc – WITHOUT THINKING DOES HE REALLY WANT THIS? He is a now a big proponent of LIFESTYLE businesses. With his meteoric rise in the early stages of his business, John started to forecast what he could earn in the next 10 years. Tens, Hundreds of Millions. The thing is he realised that those businesses are entirely different from the business HE WANTED TO RUN. Now, he realises, business is about the lifestyle you want, whatever that means to you. He recalls from Alan Sugar's book. One line leapt out at him “I never really saw my kids when they were growing up”. He had a 3 months old baby. He realised he was running the wrong business. Branson's book also had the same absent father comment. Instead of working 100 hours a week, he decided to change. Lifestyle. It's something a lot of male business owners don't appreciate. His book: BIG IDEAS for small businesses – John Lamerton https://www.amazon.co.uk/Big-Ideas-Small-Businesses-Practical-ebook/dp/B073SJ74MR John's book talks about how you can have that work life balance. It's a fine balance, but it can be achievable. Be there on sports days, assemblies. Share the joys of parenthood, without losing in business. Work Life Balance It involves: Working smarter Working fewer hours Doing the right things You can achieve a hell of a lot without doing a hell...

In the second part of this hugely entertaining podcast, John tells us more great stories on how and why he changed from wanting to be a multi-millionaire to running a successful lifestyle business. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Big-Ideas-Small-Businesses-Practical-ebook/dp/B073SJ74MR/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1507036335&sr=8-1&keywords=john+lamerton https://www.facebook.com/Lammo77 https://www.bigidea.co.uk/category/podcasts/

JOHN LAMERTON is a lazy entrepreneur and investor, a former civil servant, who started a dotcom company back in 2000, despite having no skills, knowledge or experience – “but then neither did most of the other dotcom businesses at that time, so I was in good company!” He has run more than 60 small businesses since 2000, making millions of pounds, and thousands of mistakes along the way. Nowadays, he balances running what he calls an “ambitious lifestyle business” with raising two young children. In the first part of this hugely entertaining reintroduction to Rethink Everything (after the summer break), the founder of Cr*pster (seriously) and Free Racing Tips and author of Big Ideas for Small Business tells stories about how he started in business and became such a super successful entrepreneur, one who could be on holiday permanently and still have a business run itself (which is ultimately how entrepreneurs gauge their success). https://www.amazon.co.uk/Big-Ideas-Small-Businesses-Practical-ebook/dp/B073SJ74MR/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1507036335&sr=8-1&keywords=john+lamerton https://www.facebook.com/Lammo77 https://www.bigidea.co.uk/category/podcasts/

Guest speaker John Lamerton from Global Mission PartnersActs 1:3-83 After his suffering, he presented himself to them and gave many convincing proofs that he was alive. He appeared to them over a period of forty days and spoke about the kingdom of God. 4 On one occasion, while he was eating with them, he gave them this command: “Do not leave Jerusalem, but wait for the gift my Father promised, which you have heard me speak about. 5 For John baptized with water, but in a few days you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit.”6 Then they gathered around him and asked him, “Lord, are you at this time going to restore the kingdom to Israel?”7 He said to them: “It is not for you to know the times or dates the Father has set by his own authority. 8 But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.”