Podcast appearances and mentions of Mike Michalowicz

On this episode of Making Elephants Fly, Terry sits down with Mike Michalowicz. Mike has devoted his life to the research and delivery of innovative, impactful entrepreneurial strategies to you. Mike is the creator of Profit First, which is used by hundreds of thousands of companies across the globe to drive profit. He is the creator of Clockwork, a powerful method to make any business run on automatic. In his 2020 release Fix This Next, Mike details the strategy businesses can use to determine what to do, in what order, to ensure healthy, fast, permanent growth (and avoid debilitating distractions). His latest book Get Different (released September 21, 2021) will give you the tools to stand out in any market. Today, Mike leads two new multi-million-dollar ventures, as he tests his latest business research for his books. He is a former small business columnist for The Wall Street Journal and a business makeover specialist on MSNBC. Mike is a popular main-stage keynote speaker on innovative entrepreneurial topics; and is the author of Get Different, Fix This Next, Clockwork, Profit First, Surge, The Pumpkin Plan, and The Toilet Paper Entrepreneur. Fabled author, Simon Sinek deemed Mike Michalowicz “…the top contender for the patron saint of entrepreneurs.”   Join Mike and Terry as they talk about the importance of financial freedom, unexpected marketing strategies, and the power of saying no to things that don't serve your mission. The big idea from this episode is that by shifting from "entrepreneur mode" to being a shareholder, business owners can achieve financial success and live a life defined by meaningful work. Find out more at http://terryweaver.com and join Terry at the Thing at http://thething.live and use the code PODCAST for a discount.

230: Become Your Own Banker to Control Your Finances with Mark Willis Joining me on the podcast today is Mark Willis. He's the owner of Lake Growth Financial Services, a financial firm in Chicago, Illinois. Mark is going to lead us on the journey of understanding our financials better. We're going to be looking at how to be the bank for our company, what it means to take back ownership, money, and lending instead of being a slave to the banks or to somebody else holding a note over our head or having so much debt that we don't know how to get out from under it. Mark will share stories and give us methodologies and mindset changes so that we too can be in full control of our finances.  Topics Mentioned: Cost of Debt  Building Wealth  Money Mindset  Generational Wealth  Key Thoughts:   That became my mantra, I want to be better than debt free. And so, as a financial planner, now, I help people become better than debt free. I have since paid off my debts. But more than that, I bought them back by becoming my own banker, paying the student loan snakes off, and actually collecting that money from myself to get a profit off the debt that I once paid to somebody else. Mark Willis (6:03)   It's kind of the Profit First dilemma that we see all the money sitting in the bank account, and they just start taking it. What they've done in essence, is they rob the company coffers to live a lavish lifestyle, to go on trips to fix up their house, to do whatever, to pay a medical bill. I don't care what it is. But they took it from the business prior to when it should have been taken. And now the business is running lean, and they're struggling. And it was the entire lifeblood to build their life and they just destroyed the lifeblood. Michele (23:23)   When you have the bank, you control the whole card table. Imagine how this would work in almost every business. Mark Willis (42:07)   Today has been all about taking back control. And I want to encourage you to do that. Because if you own it, you can change it. And that's the beautiful thing about profit. We're building it. Michele (50:09)   Contact Michele: Email: Team@ScarletThreadConsulting.com Facebook: Scarlet Thread Consulting Instagram: @ScarletThreadATL Website: ScarletThreadConsulting.com LinkedIn: Michele Williams Contact Mark: Email: mark@lakegrowth.com Website: https://lakegrowth.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notyouraveragefinancial/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lakegrowth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marklakegrowth/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/LakeGrowth References and Resources: Work with Me Metrique Solutions Scarlet Thread Consulting Debt for the First 5000 Years by David Graeber Profit First by Mike Michalowicz

Frances Pusch has worked with textiles in some form her entire professional career. Her training includes art school and a bachelor's degree in textile design from Boston University. She also studied tailoring and fashion design at the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT). During twelve years in New York, Frances worked for two leading textile companies, had a custom tailor shop, was a pattern-maker for outerwear companies, including London Fog, and taught tailoring and pattern-making at FIT. As a business owner, she has made men's and women's custom suits, designed and produced a collection of women's clothing, and later a line of gift items for dog lovers. Her sole focus, starting in 2002, has been creating fine products for home interiors. Frances keeps her business up-to-date by actively participating in online discussion groups and webinars, as well as traveling to conferences and workshops around the country. She is always searching for better techniques, resources and technology—all the while keeping hand stitching alive and well! Her professional affiliations include the Window Coverings Association of America, the Drapery and Design Professional Network, and the Maine Women's Business Network. Frances lives in an 1848 cape-style house, next door to her studio, in a small village in coastal Maine. When not working, she is most often found playing with her rescue dog, Tilly, or on a tennis court, or enjoying the company of art, music, books and friends.   Links and Resources; First Podcast with Frances Pusch - #53 - I Followed What Made Me Happy Profit First by Mike Michalowicz  

Dylan is back from his Germany trip and recounts the highlights. Chris had a down week in the business and shares the plan to fix it. Both talk about this month's book club book "The Pumpkin Plan" by Mike Michalowicz. Have you kicked your rotten pumpkin customers to the curb? Check out Zap's IG @zap.consulting ----------------------------------------- Help support the podcast www.patreon.com/withintolerancepodcast

Susanne Mariga is a CPA and Fractional CFO specializing inhigh net worth strategies for 7 and 8 figure entrepreneurs usingthe Profit First System.Susanne is the CEO of The Mariga Group which is a Goldman Sachs10,000 Small Business, the 2021 Profit First Professional Firm Of The Year,and a recipient of the 2011 Houston Minority Supplier Development E-10 Award.Susanne has been featured in the Houston Business Journal, MBE Magazine, andin a variety of other media outlets. She is the author of Kirkus reviewed and Publisher'sWeekly's Editor's Pick, Profit First For Minority Business Enterprises which was written incollaboration with Mike Michalowicz, under the Profit First brand. She is the host ofthe Profit TalkSupport the show

Welcome back to Clearing the Way. A resource for small business. I talk with sales and HR experts, other small business owners, and anyone else that can provide you with information to clear your way to success. Doug Patterson is the owner of Pennsylvania Packinghouse. Doug purchased the business in 2018. The business was renamed from Mike's Packing in 2016. Pennsylvania Packinghouse works closely with local farmers to provide its customers with quality products. Doug PattersonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/papackinghouseThings I Use:Profit First by Mike Michalowicz: https://amzn.to/3EYNOdaPumpkin Plan by Mike Michalowicz: https://amzn.to/3mo1Ui8ATEM Mini Pro: https://amzn.to/3GBVi6CShure SM7B: https://amzn.to/3KQGgwtElectro-Voice RE20: https://amzn.to/4131a1cHave a suggestion for a suggestion for a guest? Email me at Bradley@clearingthewaypodcast.com. Brought to you by the City of Washington Citywide Development CorporationThis episode is brought to you by the City of Washington Citywide Development Corporation. If you're a business located in Washington, PA that needs help growing and working through your current challenges, or you are outside of Washington and looking for a place to get started or a space to expand into, reach out using the links in the description. The Washington CDC's services are free. No strings, No gotchas. My salary is covered. You pay nothing. I don't know how else to say it. There are organizations out here to help.Email me at bmartin@pcrg.org for assistance!

En este episodio vamos a hablar de un tema muy importante, el de tener un reglamento interno en tu pequeña/mediana empresa, el definir cuáles son las “reglas básicas del juego” en tu empresa. Los beneficios que puedes tener son muchos pero sobre todo evitarte desenfoque y distracciones a ti como dueño. Agenda el diagnóstico de tu empresa con uno de nuestros asesores. Como lo comentamos en el Podcast este diagnóstico tiene un precio regular de $8,500 (USD 400 aprox.) pero por tiempo limitado vamos a ofrecer este diagnóstico GRATIS a los primeros que agenden. Tenemos espacios limitados por ser gratuito: https://helpicoaching.com/forma-diagnostico-podcast-el-emprendedor-espiritual/ Adquiere en Amazon el libro de Estimado Emprendedor el cual está teniendo su lanzamiento en México y Latinoamérica: https://amzn.to/3lJQAsv Escríbenos a ayuda@helpicoaching.com mencionando el episodio y la herramienta que ofrecimos para que te la enviemos de regalo. Si te está gustando el podcast te pido tu apoyo para suscribirte y dejar un buen review de (5 estrellitas), servirían mucho para que más emprendedores dueños de pequeña/mediana empresa como tú puedan tener acceso. Sígueme en redes sociales para que me hagas tus comentarios sobre los episodios ¿qué te gustó?, ¿qué no te gustó?, ¿qué te llamó la atención?, para seguir ayudándote y seguir mejorando el podcast.  INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/elemprendedorespiritual/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/elemprendedorespiritual/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/elemprendedore1 Te comparto además el link que mencionamos en el episodio de nuestro patrocinador helpi COACHING: www.helpicoaching.com/podcast/emprendedorespiritual Aprovecha toda la ayuda que podemos darte en helpi COACHING: 1. Con nuestro programa helpi COACHING PREMIUM que incluye el acompañamiento de un Coach. Es el mejor momento para tener ayuda externa calificada, que te ayude a enfocarte y tener una visión de fuera y más objetiva sobre tu empresa. Si estas interesado mándanos un mail a ayuda@helpicoaching.com 2. Con nuestro programa On-line. Si crees que no estas listo para nuestro programa PREMIUM con el acompañamiento con un Coach, tenemos nuestro programa On-line. Si estas interesado mándanos un mail a ayuda@helpicoaching.com 3. Con nuestros Master Class virtuales gratis. Por este medio y en Facebook podrás enterarte de los temas, días y horas. Regularmente hacemos entre 2 y 3 Master Class al mes. 4. Con nuestros Facebook Live gratis. https://www.facebook.com/pg/helpicoaching 5. Con nuestro grupo de Facebook de acceso a nuestros Coaches gratis. https://www.facebook.com/groups/helpicoachingcoaches/ 6. Con nuestro blog quincenal que enviamos por mail y publicamos en nuestra página de Internet: https://helpicoaching.com/blog/ En todos los formatos mencionados anteriormente compartimos herramientas exclusivas de nuestro programa que incluye muchas de las mejores herramientas y metodologías especializadas en pequeñas/medianas empresas a nivel mundial como EMyth (de Michael E. Gerber), Pumpkin Plan (de Mike Michalowicz), Profit First de Mike Michalowicz), Duct Tape Marketing (de Jhon Hantsch), etc. de diferentes áreas (operaciones, finanzas, Capital Humano, Marketing, Ventas, etc.). Mantente positivo y busca ayuda.  

“A shoe is just a shoe until my son steps into it.” —Deloris Jordan When negotiating Michael Jordan's famous shoe deal with Nike, his mom Deloris “made an additional demand: Her son must receive not only a $250,000 fee, but also a cut from every sneaker sold,” making her case with that mic drop moment above (as retold in the movie Air via The New York Times article ‘Air' and the Argument for Letting the Talent Share in the Profits). That, my friends, is the power of licensing :) Today's episode is the first of a two-parter — an in-depth addition to 140: How to License Your IP (Intellectual Property), thanks to a set of wonderfully thorough follow-up questions from BFF member Al Dia. Al is the founder of MBASchooled.com, author of MBA Insider, and host of the MBA Insider podcast. He asked a series of questions across five categories, and in this episode I'll be addressing the first two: product development and client attraction strategies. A caveat as always, when it comes to this notoriously opaque arena: what I'm sharing is not the way, it's just what I've learned along the way in nearly a decade of building out licensing as a revenue stream. Check out episode 140 if you haven't yet, paired with 135: How to Rapidly Prototype a Course, 016: IP Licensing with Lee LeFever, 185: How Licensing Helps Serve the Queen Bee Role with Mike Michalowicz, and 045: Behind the Free Time Brand with Adam Chaloeicheep.

We wanted to celebrate our 100th episode and the release of Julie's new book, Profit First for Therapists, by taking a trip down memory lane with none other than the author of the original Profit First, Mike Michalowicz!"Every time revenue comes into your practice, you subtract a predetermined amount as profit, and you run your business on the remainder" - Mike MichalowiczThe Profit First methodology has transformed thousands of struggling businesses into money making machines! If you're interested in implementing Profit First into your private practice, today's episode is made for you.Make sure to order your copy of Profit First for Therapists by clicking HERE!LINKS & RESOURCESGreenOak Accounting - www.GreenOakAccounting.comTherapy For Your Money Podcast - www.TherapyForYourMoney.comProfit First for Therapists - www.ProfitFirstForTherapists.com

Welcome back to Clearing the Way. A resource for small business. I talk with sales and HR experts, other small business owners, and anyone else that can provide you with information to clear your way to success. My guest today is Billy Cramer, owner of B. Cramer Clay. Billy grew up with with parents that were potters. He spent nearly 20 years in the restaurant industry before his parents convinced him to get back into ceramics as a side hustle. He has been creating functionally elegant pottery built for daily use. He work is fantastic. I have purchased several items from him. It's all great. Billy is a fellow disc golfer, slinger of delicious tacos, and one of those people that is just a joy to be around. Billy CramerWebsite: https://www.bcramerclay.com/Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/BCramerClay?ref=shop-header-name&listing_id=1390862883Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bcramerclay/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bcramerclay/Things I Use:Profit First by Mike Michalowicz: https://amzn.to/3EYNOdaPumpkin Plan by Mike Michalowicz: https://amzn.to/3mo1Ui8ATEM Mini Pro: https://amzn.to/3GBVi6CShure SM7B: https://amzn.to/3KQGgwtElectro-Voice RE20: https://amzn.to/4131a1cHave a suggestion for a suggestion for a guest? Email me at Bradley@clearingthewaypodcast.com. Brought to you by the City of Washington Citywide Development CorporationThis episode is brought to you by the City of Washington Citywide Development Corporation. If you're a business located in Washington, PA that needs help growing and working through your current challenges, or you are outside of Washington and looking for a place to get started or a space to expand into, reach out using the links in the description. The Washington CDC's services are free. No strings, No gotchas. My salary is covered. You pay nothing. I don't know how else to say it. There are organizations out here to help.Email me at bmartin@pcrg.org for assistance!

I'm excited to bring you an episode from the Pivot podcast vault today—this is a conversation with a longtime friendtor, Mike Michalowicz, that stuck in my mind long after we recorded on February 5, 2020. The episode launched on March 20, 2020, and the last group gathering I attended was Mike's in-person Fix This Next workshop at his office in New Jersey on Friday, March 13. Boy was the world about to get weird! Mike explains how to identify and serve the Queen Bee Role in your business, the cliffhanger phrase that freed up even more of his time to write and speak, his unique approach to IP licensing, “guinea pigging” new book ideas, how to stop keeping up with the EntrepreJoneses, and the secret to how he has been so prolific in publishing 8+ books in the last 15 years. More About Mike Michalowicz: Mike is the creator of Profit First, which is used by hundreds of thousands of companies across the globe to drive profit. Today, Mike leads two new multi-million-dollar ventures as he tests his latest business research for his books. He is a former small business columnist for The Wall Street Journal and a business makeover specialist on MSNBC. Mike is a popular main-stage keynote speaker on innovative entrepreneurial topics; and is the author of Get Different, Fix This Next, Clockwork, Profit First, Surge, The Pumpkin Plan, and The Toilet Paper Entrepreneur.

In this podcast episode, host Andrew Mellen invites us to explore the clutter warrior's relationship with organization. He welcomes Mike Michalowicz, a serial entrepreneur and author, to share his insights and experiences in staying productive and focused amidst the chaos of ideas and distractions. Mike candidly talks about his struggles with shiny object syndrome and how he overcomes it by following a structured day that keeps him on track and motivated. Andrew and Mike also delve into various organization techniques and tools, highlighting the importance of note-taking apps and the potential of AI tools like ChatGPT. They emphasize the value of collaboration and the power of community in achieving greater productivity and creativity.Key Takeaways:Mike Michalowicz shares his struggle with "shiny object syndrome" and how having a structured day helps him stay focused and productive.The potential of AI tools like ChatGPT is discussed, specifically how they can aid in organization and synthesis of ideas.Collaboration and bouncing ideas off others is emphasized as a way to increase productivity and output.In a world full of distractions and endless possibilities, staying focused and productive can be a challenge. But as Andrew and Mike remind us in this podcast, organization and structure can go a long way in helping us achieve our goals and realize our vision. Whether you're an entrepreneur, creative, or simply someone looking to stay organized and focused, this podcast offers valuable insights and inspiration. Tune in to this podcast episode and join the conversation on how to stay focused, productive, and connected.

En este episodio platicaremos de una herramienta PODEROSISIMA que puede ayudarte a mejorar enormemente la comunicación interna en tu empresa, el clima laboral e incluso la salida de personas de tu empresa de forma más armoniosa y sin tanto drama. ¡NO TE LO PUEDES PERDER! Agenda el diagnóstico de tu empresa con uno de nuestros asesores. Como lo comentamos en el Podcast este diagnóstico tiene un precio regular de $8,500 (USD 400 aprox.) pero por tiempo limitado vamos a ofrecer este diagnóstico GRATIS a los primeros que agenden. Tenemos espacios limitados por ser gratuito: https://helpicoaching.com/forma-diagnostico-podcast-el-emprendedor-espiritual/ Adquiere en Amazon el libro de Estimado Emprendedor el cual está teniendo su lanzamiento en México y Latinoamérica: https://amzn.to/3lJQAsv Si te está gustando el podcast te pido tu apoyo para suscribirte y dejar un buen review de (5 estrellitas), servirían mucho para que más emprendedores dueños de pequeñas/medianas empresas como tú puedan tener acceso. Sígueme en redes sociales para que me hagas tus comentarios sobre los episodios ¿qué te gustó?, ¿qué no te gustó?, ¿qué te llamó la atención?, para seguir ayudándote y seguir mejorando el podcast.  INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/elemprendedorespiritual/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/elemprendedorespiritual/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/elemprendedore1 Te comparto además el link que mencionamos en el episodio de nuestro patrocinador helpi COACHING: www.helpicoaching.com/podcast/emprendedorespiritual Aprovecha toda la ayuda que podemos darte en helpi COACHING: 1. Con nuestro programa helpi COACHING PREMIUM que incluye el acompañamiento de un Coach. Es el mejor momento para tener ayuda externa calificada, que te ayude a enfocarte y tener una visión de fuera y más objetiva sobre tu empresa. Si estas interesado mándanos un mail a ayuda@helpicoaching.com 2. Con nuestro programa On-line. Si crees que no estas listo para nuestro programa PREMIUM con el acompañamiento con un Coach, tenemos nuestro programa On-line. Si estas interesado mándanos un mail a ayuda@helpicoaching.com 3. Con nuestros Master Class virtuales gratis. Por este medio y en Facebook podrás enterarte de los temas, días y horas. Regularmente hacemos entre 2 y 3 Master Class al mes. 4. Con nuestros Facebook Live gratis. https://www.facebook.com/pg/helpicoaching 5. Con nuestro grupo de Facebook de acceso a nuestros Coaches gratis. https://www.facebook.com/groups/helpicoachingcoaches/ 6. Con nuestro blog quincenal que enviamos por mail y publicamos en nuestra página de Internet: https://helpicoaching.com/blog/ En todos los formatos mencionados anteriormente compartimos herramientas exclusivas de nuestro programa que incluye muchas de las mejores herramientas y metodologías especializadas en pequeñas/medianas empresas a nivel mundial como EMyth (de Michael E. Gerber), Pumpkin Plan (de Mike Michalowicz), Profit First de Mike Michalowicz), Duct Tape Marketing (de Jhon Hantsch), etc. de diferentes áreas (operaciones, finanzas, Capital Humano, Marketing, Ventas, etc.). Mantente positivo y busca ayuda.

Description: Welcome to the podcast, where we help business owners take control of their finances and prioritize profitability. Join us as we dive into the Profit First system, developed by best-selling author Mike Michalowicz, and learn how to implement it in your business. Our host, Rocky Lalvani, a certified Profit First Professional, shares his expertise and insights on managing cash flow, understanding business finances, and ensuring your business is not just growing, but also profitable. But it's not all about the money at all costs, Rocky emphasizes that people come before money. He shares his inspiring journey of starting with nothing when his parents immigrated to the United States and how he achieved financial and life success despite many challenges along the way, including the passing of his mother when he was just seven years old. In addition to business finances, Rocky also covers topics like creating harmony in life and living the ultimate life, because as he explains, money alone won't make you happy. So tune in to the podcast and start taking the steps towards a more profitable and fulfilling life. To check out, "Profit First" head on over to Amazon: https://amzn.to/3AuQJrx Disclaimer: Not advice. Educational purposes only. Not an endorsement for or against. Results not vetted. Views of the guests do not represent those of the host or show. Do your due diligence. Click here to join PodMatch (the "AirBNB" of Podcasting): https://www.joinpodmatch.com/drchrisloomdphd We couldn't do it without the support of our listeners. To help support the show: CashApp- https://cash.app/$drchrisloomdphd Venmo- https://account.venmo.com/u/Chris-Loo-4 Buy Me a Coffee- https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chrisJx Thank you to our sponsor, CityVest: https://bit.ly/37AOgkp Click here to schedule a 1-on-1 private coaching call: https://www.drchrisloomdphd.com/book-online Click here to purchase my books on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2PaQn4p Follow our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/chL1357 Thank you to our advertisers on Spotify. Financial Freedom for Physicians, Copyright 2023

Managing your finances is crucial to running and managing a successful freelance business, whether it's full time or a side hustle. But many of us struggle if bookkeeping is not our strength. Today our guest is Ashley Cline, a digital marketing consultant and freelancing expert with more than 15 years experience in the digital marketing space. Join us as she shares effective tips, tools, and strategies that will help you manage and sustain your business finances long term, even if you experience cycles of feast and famine!   Podcast Outline: [0:00] Introduction to Ashley Cline and the topic of managing your finances - Ashley tells her story and how she arrived at her current freelance role. [6:27] The importance of freedom to Ashley - the different types of freedom she values and how they shifted to include time freedom and flexibility. [9:16] How freelancers can become great managers of their finances - the importance of treating your freelance work as an actual business. [12:37] The side hustle culture - how people don't often attribute their side hustle to an entrepreneurial pursuit. Craig explains how we need the mindset of an entrepreneur in order to manage our finances.    Common Mistakes That Freelancers Make with Their Finances  [14:47] #1 Not charging enough - how we need to charge for both time and expenses and have confidence. [17:12] #2 Not keeping track of books or understanding what you can write off - how we might not remember things and could miss little things. [19:20] #3 Not putting enough money away for taxes, opportunities, and expenses that come up - the importance of investing a little bit of money into growing your business.   How to Make Sure You Can Cover Your Expenses During Feast and Famine Cycles [20:50] #1 Focus on networking - Ashley shares tips and examples of networking groups based on her experience. [22:36] #2 Align with “channel partners” - Ashley explains what this concept is and how you can approach agencies that may refer clients to you. [24:36] The importance of always marketing your business during good times - how consistent marketing (“digging the well before you're thirsty”) can offset the months that are not as profitable. [25:59] How to take care of lean months - Ashley explains how “what gets measured matters” and shares tips on healthy financial habits you can adopt. [27:50] How saving and investing need to be balanced - Craig and Ashely share tips for being intentional and strategic with your finances every month. [29:19] Ways freelancers can succeed with their finances - Ashley shares books that can help you address your mindset, get organized, and understand your finances. [30:58] Tools and apps that can be used as practical help for your finances - Ashley recommends her favorite tools and apps for invoicing, time tracking, bookkeeping, and tracking your mileage. [33:13] Craig recommends his favorite all-in-one financial management tool that offers FreeU students a discount - he describes HoneyBook's features and how it creates an automated workflow for client management. [35:44] How to learn more about Ashley [35:58] The value of nurturing relationships - Ashley shares a story that shows how relationships can help grow your business over time. [36:52] How to develop your skills at Freelance University   Resources and tools discussed in this episode: Freelance University The Entrepreneur's Mindset course  Virtual Bookkeeping certification     Learn more about Ashley Cline: AshleyNCline.com  TicketSocket  Ice Cream Social   Resources and tools: Facebook  Facebook Ads  Facebook Groups  Business Network International (BNI)  The Desire Map by Danielle LaPorte  Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill   Profit First by Mike Michalowicz   FreshBooks   Bench Accounting  Everlance mileage tracker  QuickBooks Online HoneyBook

Welcome back to Clearing the Way. A resource for small business. I talk with sales and HR experts, other small business owners, and anyone else that can provide you with information to clear your way to success. My guest today is Renee Benn, Owner & Inventor of Pick N Peel Stones. Renee spent a few years in sales before spending 15 years as an office manager. She moved on to work as an HR Specialist, Bookkeeper, and Administrative Assistant. In 2020, she took all of that previous experience to start PickNPeel stones, a fidget, sensory stone created to help calm your brain. Renee Benn Website: http://picknpeelstones.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/picknpeelstones/?hl=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/picknpeelstones/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@picknpeelstones?lang=enThings I Use:Profit First by Mike Michalowicz: https://amzn.to/3EYNOdaPumpkin Plan by Mike Michalowicz: https://amzn.to/3mo1Ui8ATEM Mini Pro: https://amzn.to/3GBVi6CShure SM7B: https://amzn.to/3KQGgwtElectro-Voice RE20: https://amzn.to/4131a1cHave a suggestion for a suggestion for a guest? Email me at Bradley@clearingthewaypodcast.com. Brought to you by the City of Washington Citywide Development CorporationThis episode is brought to you by the City of Washington Citywide Development Corporation. If you're a business located in Washington, PA that needs help growing and working through your current challenges, or you are outside of Washington and looking for a place to get started or a space to expand into, reach out using the links in the description. The Washington CDC's services are free. No strings, No gotchas. My salary is covered. You pay nothing. I don't know how else to say it. There are organizations out here to help.Email me at bmartin@pcrg.org for assistance!

  Business owners are meant to be profitable! In this episode of The Purpose of Money Podcast, our guest, Rocky Lalvani, will teach you how to ensure profit comes first in your business.      Rocky is a Chief Profitability Adviser for business owners. He teaches them how to ensure they get paid and make profit a priority! As a certified Profit First Professional, he implements Mike Michalowicz's Profit First System through an innovative accounting formula.     When you implement the Profit First concepts in your business, you set yourself up for success. This episode is a game-changer.      In this episode, you'll learn:   What is the profit first method How does the system make you more profitable 3 common mistakes new business owners make and tips on how to avoid them Tips for seasoned entrepreneurs who are not using the Profit First system   And so much more!   Grab your own copy of Profit First now!   Are you ready to start your own business? Sign up for the Business Entity Set Up Package, and we'll set up with your business entity, website, phone number, virtual address, and more. Start making legit business moves right away.      Connect with Rocky Lalvani Websites: http://richersoul.com/ https://profitcomesfirst.com/   Social Media: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rocky-lalvani/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/richersoul   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richer.soul/     Follow The Purpose of Money on Social Media   Instagram: @thepurposeofmoney  Facebook Twitter: @purpose_money  Website  

Tara Newman is the Founder and CEO of The Bold Profit Academy, where she teaches service-based business owners how to sell premium services and programs without the emotional stress of launching, worrying about ads, overwhelming social strategies or complex funnels. Tara hosts a weekly podcast called The Bold Money Revolution and has been featured in publications like Money Magazine, Yahoo Finance, and Huffington Post as well as other publications and podcasts. She earned her Master's in Organizational Psychology from Hofstra University, has over 20 years of experience, is a certified Profit First Professional and holds an advanced level Reiki Certification. Everything she teaches incorporates Energy, Mindset and Strategy as a framework for resiliency and results.   Here's what we covered on the episode: Businesses Transparancy  We touch on how weird the world of digital selling is right now and about having open conversations around it Tara says she was a high school failure because of undiagnosed ADHD but thrived in college because she found something she was passionate about, which was psychology - she went into industrial organizational psychology, which is the study of human behavior at work In 2005, Tara and her husband started their first business but went bankrupt in 2010, shortly after the recession Tara started her third business in 2014, which is something she felt she could never do because she was coming into her business at such a disadvantage financially and physically but had to figure out how to make 6-figures independent of an employer   When she started her business in 2014, Tara was 38 years old and shared that she had never been responsible for her own finances, which was another disadvantage How we often forget that many people are necessity entrepreneurs, and most people leave their jobs out of necessity because of illness, stress, wanting flexibility, and wanting to replace their income Tara first had to figure out how to pay herself $100,000 because she was making more than that in her corporate career and shared that it took her years to get to that point – she had to learn how to sell, communicate the value of her work, position herself, understand her target audience, etc. After the first year, Tara realized she had a viable business but says she had the embarrassing realization that $100,000 in revenue is not the same as $100,000 in her paycheck It wasn't until year 3 in Tara's business that she was able to pay herself significantly, and she is transparent in saying that her pay has gone up and down over the years Just because someone says they have made $100,000 in a month or a year doesn't mean that's what they're profiting or paying themselves The framework Tara uses is the Profit First Framework – they provide a free revenue goal calculator that reverse engineers your revenue goal to make sure you can pay yourself what you need to meet your personal financial goals and expenses Tara explains it is possible to pay yourself $100,000 on $200,000 - $250,000 a year in revenue, but it depends on your business expenses   91% of Tara's Instagram community believes that social media over-glamourizes what's happening in small businesses and shares that in 2018, 88% of women small business owners earned less than $100,000 in revenue a year – only 1% are making over 1 million dollars We bust the myth that one-on-one work drains you and isn't as profitable because, personally, I've discovered that's how I work best Profit First Framework Profit First is a book by Mike Michalowicz, and it's a cash flow management system; it's not accounting – Profit First helps you make intentional money decisions, gives you clarity and a language to talk about money   Normally, profit = sales – expenses, but Mike said no, that's not the right formula and said we need to use sales – profit = expenses In Profit First, you pay yourself first, then set money aside for taxes, and then what's left over in your business is what you use to pay your expenses The first thing you want to do with your profit is pay off any debt you may have, then put 50% of your profit away as a cushion in your business until you feel comfortable and then once you've done that, you can take your profit as a reward for all your hard work, and then the next step is putting aside money for taxes and paying your everyday lifestyle expenses   Tara explains how to use their free revenue calculator and shares that when you work with a Profit First professional, it could take 18 months to get you from where you are to where you want to be – you have to be patient and know it doesn't happen overnight When it comes to working with clients, Tara works with those who are just starting, making zero, and says there is never a better time to create a cash-flow management system, but she also works with large businesses that are bringing in 60 million dollars in revenue How Tara has been able to create her offers to meet the right size business at the right point – her one-on-one work is typically for larger businesses, and she says she's mindful of what she's charging at what point in their business because she wants them to keep more of their money The Bold Profit Academy is a learning container because Tara has found that there are just a few knowledge and skill gaps in getting people to the revenue they desire Use the free revenue goal calculator, check out Tara's free podcast, The Bold Money Revolution, and feel free to reach out to her    Links mentioned: Free Revenue Goal Calculator  The Bold Money Revolution The Bold Profit Academy   Like what you heard?  Click here to subscribe + leave a review on iTunes. 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En este episodio tenemos a un invitado MUY ESPECIAL, Sam Lozano de la empresa Compax, un emprendedor dueño de negocio con más de 40 años de experiencias acumuladas que va a compartir contigo. ¡NO TE LO PUEDES PERDER! Adquiere en Amazon el libro de Estimado Emprendedor el cual está teniendo su lanzamiento en México y Latinoamérica. https://amzn.to/3lJQAsv Agenda el diagnóstico de tu empresa con uno de nuestros asesores. Como lo comentamos en el Podcast este diagnóstico tiene un precio regular de $8,500 (USD 400 aprox.) pero por tiempo limitado vamos a ofrecer este diagnóstico GRATIS a los primeros que agenden. Tenemos espacios limitados por ser gratuito.  https://helpicoaching.com/forma-diagnostico-podcast-el-emprendedor-espiritual/ Si te está gustando el podcast te pido tu apoyo para suscribirte y dejar un buen review de (5 estrellitas), servirían mucho para que más emprendedores dueños de pequeñas/medianas empresas como tú puedan tener acceso. Sígueme en redes sociales para que me hagas tus comentarios sobre los episodios ¿qué te gustó?, ¿qué no te gustó?, ¿qué te llamó la atención?, para seguir ayudándote y seguir mejorando el podcast.  INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/elemprendedorespiritual/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/elemprendedorespiritual/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/elemprendedore1 Te comparto además el link que mencionamos en el episodio de nuestro patrocinador helpi COACHING: www.helpicoaching.com/podcast/emprendedorespiritual Aprovecha toda la ayuda que podemos darte en helpi COACHING: 1. Con nuestro programa helpi COACHING PREMIUM que incluye el acompañamiento de un Coach. Es el mejor momento para tener ayuda externa calificada, que te ayude a enfocarte y tener una visión de fuera y más objetiva sobre tu empresa. Si estas interesado mándanos un mail a ayuda@helpicoaching.com 2. Con nuestro programa On-line. Si crees que no estas listo para nuestro programa PREMIUM con el acompañamiento con un Coach, tenemos nuestro programa On-line. Si estas interesado mándanos un mail a ayuda@helpicoaching.com 3. Con nuestros Master Class virtuales gratis. Por este medio y en Facebook podrás enterarte de los temas, días y horas. Regularmente hacemos entre 2 y 3 Master Class al mes. 4. Con nuestros Facebook Live gratis. https://www.facebook.com/pg/helpicoaching 5. Con nuestro grupo de Facebook de acceso a nuestros Coaches gratis. https://www.facebook.com/groups/helpicoachingcoaches/ 6. Con nuestro blog quincenal que enviamos por mail y publicamos en nuestra página de Internet: https://helpicoaching.com/blog/ En todos los formatos mencionados anteriormente compartimos herramientas exclusivas de nuestro programa que incluye muchas de las mejores herramientas y metodologías especializadas en pequeñas/medianas empresas a nivel mundial como EMyth (de Michael E. Gerber), Pumpkin Plan (de Mike Michalowicz), Profit First de Mike Michalowicz), Duct Tape Marketing (de Jhon Hantsch), etc. de diferentes áreas (operaciones, finanzas, Capital Humano, Marketing, Ventas, etc.). Mantente positivo y busca ayuda.

As business owners, we often find ourselves juggling multiple tasks, dealing with unexpected problems, and constantly trying to keep up with deadlines. It can be overwhelming, and it can feel like we're always one step behind. However, by implementing effective systems in our businesses, we can simplify our workflows and make everything run like a well-oiled machine. In this podcast episode, we'll cover everything you need to know about systematizing your business, with business expert and author of Clockwork, Mike Michalowicz.

Today's guest, Jordan Adams, is a stoicism practitioner, proponent, and fitness coach. Jordan comes from a family of contractors and has a background in sales and management. During the discussion, Tom and Jordan explore the fundamental principles and values of stoicism and how these can benefit personal and professional growth. Jordan also shares his expertise in sales and leadership, providing valuable insights for contractors.   Conversation Highlights: [00:00] - Intro [01:50] - Jordan's background [10:06] - What is stoicism [15:13] - The four main principles of stoicism [15:23] - The concept of Memento Mori [18:18] - Why not live life as a hedonist [21:53] - Stoicism in Action [29:58] - The dichotomy of control [32:00] - The role of attitude in sales and leadership [35:11] - Stoic response to when things don't go as planned  [41:39] - Dwelling on past mistakes is unproductive [43:51] - The concept of Eudaimonia [47:10] - How stoicism can help someone become a better father [51:47] - The ultimate goal of a stoic  [53:56] - The best way to connect to Jordan   Resources:   == Jordan Adams on IG: https://www.instagram.com/thestoicdad_/    == STRONG LEADER LIVE: Who wouldn't want to take a break on the beach while supercharging their business? Join bestselling author Mike Michalowicz and the TCF team at our exclusive Strong Leader Live workshop in Panama City Beach, Florida! ☀️   In this workshop, you'll learn the ONE thing you need to focus on to take your business to the next level and make more money!

Partnerships are hard.  I've heard it said, “the only ship that doesn't sail is a partnership.” Partnerships sound great in theory, almost a no-brainer structure for a small business.  You get two (or more) minds, two skill sets, and twice the available time that in many cases can lead to an exponential outcome.   You also typically get two visions, two opinions, and divergent expectations. Many partnerships function just enough but don't thrive. In the hundreds of partnerships that we've been exposed to we've only seen two that can seriously claim that the business is in far better shape due to the partnership than without.   I met with a startup excavating contractor who laid out his plan for his young business, including the threshold levels that would be achieved in order for a second person to be given 49% of his youthful company.   My first question to this eager and excited business owner was, “is this formally agreed upon and in writing?” “Yes.” He assured me that the friend-soon-to-be-owner would be bringing skill sets that the founder does not have.  While I'm sure that is true, often it will also force the owner to miss out on lessons that will be crucial for him to learn up front that will be buffered and absorbed by someone else.   Nonetheless, the deal is inked, so the next question becomes, “how do I work with a partner in a synergistic, agreeable, valuable, and productive way?” There are three non-negotiables of working in a co-owner environment that must be committed proactively. First,  you must co-write a multi-page vision story that defines the future snapshot of the business.  Where there is a vacuum of vision a business and its people become chaff subject to the various swirls of the wind and will (not might… but will) be blown in a variety of non-congruent directions.   You will scatter. Once written the partners will be well served to review the written vision no less than every-other-month and make appropriate adjustments based on new information.   The partnership is akin to a boat floating out on an ocean in need of an immovable lighthouse reminding each of the unified direction of the business as life evolves and emotions manipulate.   This regular review of the vision offers each owner a reminder of the agreed upon direction along with an opportunity to clarify. Second, the partnership must prioritize a dedicated, face to face check in no less than once monthly.  This check-in should incorporate pre-determined questions that will uncover desires, blind spots, encouragement, frustrations, and a platform to have the conversation that each may wish to avoid.   This meeting will be easy to bypass due to “busy-ness” or an apathetic “we're ok”.  This meeting should be non-negotiable no matter how good or bad the relationship is going; preset on each calendar and no excuses to allow retreat.   The third element to help maintain the communication channel of a partnership; each partner needs a written non-owner role that supports the organizational day to day of the business.   Most partnerships play the excuse card of “we're too busy to have roles, we just need to do what needs to get done.” This is an endless cycle of chaos and inefficient busy-work which leads to bitterness because inevitably one partner will perceive themselves to be working far harder in the business than the other.   Each partner needs a written job role and that role carries a salary.  All partners should be compensated in two channels; salary and owner draws. The partner salary may include incentive compensation based on the role, and is the salary that the partner budgets her life around.  The owner draws should be scheduled throughout the year with a pre-determined draw schedule or agreement. For instance, Mike Michalowicz, the author of Profit First recommends setting up a bank account entitled “Profit”, a set percentage of receivables gets swept into the profit account twice monthly and then the first of each quarter (April 1, July 1, etc.) the owner's draw 50% of whatever is in the profit account.   You can coordinate whatever draw schedule you would like but it should be predetermined, written, and followed with no exceptions.  Money disagreements will implode a good partnership with swift expediency; most never see it coming till it is indeed too late.   When a partnership has a collective vision, a means of regular communication, and clarity of day to day role, then the partnership has the necessary channels for partner communication setting the stage for a thoughtful flow of your ideas, thoughts, concerns, desires, and dreams to be heard, vetted, and decided-upon.   Partnerships of any kind are hard because they involve the moveable and oft unpredictable variable of emotion and subjectivity.   Not all is black and white, but there are foundations of understanding that can be poured well in advance of an emotional hurricane.   When you enter a partnership you willfully give up certain levels of predictability and controls.  You can fight to maintain 100% autonomy, which will end in 100% meltdown, or you can set a course of pre-planning, clarity, and frequency of communication.   In a partnership, that is a voice you do have.  

Get ready to take your accounting firm to new heights with the 'Building the Premier Accounting Firm' podcast! In this episode, your host Roger Knecht sits down with Rocky Lalvani, entrepreneur and profitability advisor, to discuss all things related to fractional CFO and advisory services. Rocky shares his unique definition of fractional CFO and advisory services, as well as what led him to offer these services in the first place. He dives into his 'Profit First' philosophy, explaining how it complements his CFO and advisory services. By utilizing his accounting formula, 'SALES - PROFIT = EXPENSES', Rocky empowers businesses to prioritize profit and achieve sustainable growth. In addition to discussing the 'Profit First' philosophy, Rocky sheds light on the Parkinson's law and how it applies to business. He also delves into the behaviors and habits that accountants can help their clients change to better understand their businesses. He outlines the steps to implementing the profit first philosophy and how he complements it to achieve even greater success. But the conversation doesn't stop there! Rocky also shares his insights into the future of accounting and what he sees as the key trends and changes on the horizon. If you're looking to take your accounting firm to new heights, you won't want to miss this insightful and engaging conversation with Rocky Lalvani.   Your Host: Roger Knecht, president of Universal Accounting Center Guest Name: Rocky Lalvani, EA Rocky Lalvani serves as Chief Profitability Adviser for business owners with his business, Profit Comes First.. He teaches them how to ensure they get paid and make profit a priority! As a certified Profit First Professional he implements Mike Michalowicz's Profit First System.  We change the accounting formula of Sales - Expenses = Profit to Sales - Profit = Expenses.  This ensures Profit comes first! (PS. It's not about money at all costs, people come before money!)   Rocky started with nothing when his parents immigrated to the United States when he was two years old, and his parents were in their 40's. It was his parents' second time starting over in life as they moved here to experience the American dream. In spite of a lot of struggles and his mom passing away when Rocky was 7, he has been able to achieve financial and life success. Rocky loves to share his journey and inspire others to achieve their dreams even faster.   Sponsors: Universal Accounting Center ●        Helping accounting professionals confidently and competently offer quality accounting services to get paid what they are worth.   Offers: Learn how to organize your finances to reach financial independence faster. freefinancialself.com/UAC Get a FREE copy of these books all accounting professionals should use to work on their business and become profitable.  These are a must-have addition to every accountant's library to provide quality CFO & Advisory services as a Profit & Growth Expert today: ●        “Red to BLACK in 30 days – A small business accountant's guide to QUICK turnarounds” – the how-to-guide e-book for accounting professionals ●        “in the BLACK, nine principles to make your business profitable” – e-book ●        Profit First - Transform your business from a cash-eating monster to a money making machine using this proven system. Offer CFO and Advisory services with confidence and competence following the Universal Business Builder process.  As a certified Profit & Growth Expert you will help your clients apply the principles of Profit First & Value Builder as you apply the CFO Project processes.    For Additional FREE Resources for accounting professionals check out this collection HERE!   Be sure to join us for GrowCon, the LIVE event for accounting professionals to work ON their business. This is a conference you don't want to miss.   Remember this, Accounting Success IS Universal. Listen to our next episode and be sure to subscribe.   Also, let us know what you think of the podcast and please share any suggestions you may have.  We look forward to your input: Podcast Feedback   For more information on how you can apply these principles to start and build your accounting, bookkeeping & tax business please visit us at www.universalaccountingschool.com or call us at 8012653777 

Welcome back to Clearing the Way. A resource for small business. I talk with sales and HR experts, other small business owners, and anyone else that can provide you with information to clear your way to success. My guest today is Amy Pelkey, Founder of Pause to Remember. She graduated from the University of Southern Maine for a degree in Nursing. She later attended graduate school at the University of Pittsburgh. Amy has nearly 20 years of experience as a CRNA and a certified yoga instructor. Pause to Remember supports female licensed healthcare providers grieving after pregnancy or infant loss. She offers virtual support groups, an eBook, and Podcast.Amy PelkeyWebsite: https://www.pausetoremember.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pausetoremember/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pausetorememberPause to Remember PodcastApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pause-to-remember/id1622365228Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7DDQ66KQa91gkwNhgiIQapGoogle: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hcHAua2FqYWJpLmNvbS9wb2RjYXN0cy8yMTQ3NDk1MzAzL2ZlZWQThings I Use:Profit First by Mike Michalowicz: https://amzn.to/3EYNOdaPumpkin Plan by Mike Michalowicz: https://amzn.to/3mo1Ui8ATEM Mini Pro: https://amzn.to/3GBVi6CShure SM7B: https://amzn.to/3KQGgwtElectro-Voice RE20: https://amzn.to/4131a1cHave a suggestion for a suggestion for a guest? Email me at Bradley@clearingthewaypodcast.com. Brought to you by the City of Washington Citywide Development CorporationThis episode is brought to you by the City of Washington Citywide Development Corporation. If you're a business located in Washington, PA that needs help growing and working through your current challenges, or you are outside of Washington and looking for a place to get started or a space to expand into, reach out using the links in the description. The Washington CDC's services are free. No strings, No gotchas. My salary is covered. You pay nothing. I don't know how else to say it. There are organizations out here to help.Email me at bmartin@pcrg.org for assistance!

Do you struggle with building your own process in your company and/or business because you don't know where to focus? Do you feel like you fail every day in your business unless you have everything all set up? In today's episode, I share the nuts and bolts of growing and building a company, even my decision-making process! If you're tired of having wrong and not-so-good decisions in your coaching business, make sure you listen to this episode!   Join me in my FREE Nail Your Niche Challenge, this is a FREE 5-day challenge where I'm gonna be coaching you on how to nail your niche: https://bit.ly/3KxqzbY   Join my free upcoming Masterclass all about how to consistently get clients: https://bit.ly/400YY8M   Want my help to grow your business? Book a free strategy session now: https://bit.ly/3GACqoM   Need to build your brand from scratch? Click here to apply to my new program: https://bit.ly/400QSNH     Mentioned in this episode: 5 Ways to Repurpose Content for Social Media (Content Model for Coaches): https://youtu.be/oKvxDJls4gU KPI: Key Performance Indicator Traction: Get a Grip on Your Business by Gino Wickman: https://amzn.to/3KR01ns Mastering the Rockefeller Habits by Verne Harnish: https://amzn.to/3o408mO Clockwork: Design Your Business to Run Itself by Mike Michalowicz: https://amzn.to/3mlxmhd     Related Episodes: 156 CEO Series: Managing Expenses in Your Business: iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/156-ceo-series-managing-expenses-in-your-business/id1264659520?i=1000604107330 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2yI8UwM9nxttGeWioCoTTA?si=338af29016804827   160: Crazy Content Lady - How to Come up With More Content Than You Know What to Do With: iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/160-crazy-content-lady-how-to-come-up-with-more/id1264659520?i=1000608378028 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5F2sAIgCvVCl5KGVvMBErq?si=a253fec9fc7e43c8     Want to know the system I used to rapidly grow my business and quit my job? Find out more here: https://bit.ly/400YY8M   Follow me on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/courtneylsanders/ Subscribe on my Youtube channel: http://youtube.com/courtneylsanders

Mike Michalowicz had founded and sold two multi-million dollar companies by his 35th birthday and was confident that he had it made. After he became a small business angel investor, he lost his entire fortune due to a series of bad business decisions. Mike decided to start over, find a way to grow healthy and strong businesses, and eliminate entrepreneurial poverty. In this episode, Mike will break down his Profit First framework. He will also give the rundown on how to create and manage a profitable business.  Mike Michalowicz is the entrepreneur behind three multimillion-dollar companies and is an author of business books for entrepreneurs and small business owners like Profit First, Clockwork, The Pumpkin Plan, Fix This Next, and Get Different. Mike is a former small business columnist for The Wall Street Journal and regularly travels the globe as an entrepreneurial advocate. He became a business author with a clear mission: Eradicate entrepreneurial poverty.  In this episode, Hala and Mike will discuss:  - Why profits should come first  - The Profit First Formula - How Parkinson's Law applies to profiting - Why you should split your money into small chunks - Target Allocation Percentages (TAP) - The way to handle business debt - Why constrained spending brings natural innovation  - Why all revenue is not the same - The most effective marketing strategy for small businesses - And other topics… Mike Michalowicz is the creator of Profit First, which is used by hundreds of thousands of companies across the globe to drive profit. Today, Mike leads two new multi-million-dollar ventures, as he tests his latest business research for his books. He is a former small business columnist for The Wall Street Journal and business makeover specialist on MSNBC. Mike is a popular main-stage keynote speaker on innovative entrepreneurial topics; and is the author of Get Different, Fix This Next, Clockwork, Profit First, Surge, The Pumpkin Plan, and The Toilet Paper Entrepreneur. Fabled author Simon Sinek deemed Mike Michalowicz “…the top contender for the patron saint of entrepreneurs.” Resources Mentioned: Mike's Website: https://mikemichalowicz.com/ Mike's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemichalowicz/ Mike's Twitter: https://twitter.com/MikeMichalowicz?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor Mike's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/?hl=en Mike's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage Mike's Podcast The Entrepreneurship Elevated Podcast: https://mikemichalowicz.com/podcast/ Mike's Blog: https://mikemichalowicz.com/blog/ Mike's Book Profit First: https://mikemichalowicz.com/profit-first/ Profit First Instant Assessment: https://s3.amazonaws.com/ProfitFirst/PF-InstantAssessment.pdf  LinkedIn Secrets Masterclass, Have Job Security For Life: Use code ‘masterclass' for 25% off at yapmedia.io/course. Sponsored By:  Shopify - Sign up for a $1 per month trial period at shopify.com/profiting More About Young and Profiting Download Transcripts - youngandprofiting.com   Get Sponsorship Deals - youngandprofiting.com/sponsorships Leave a Review - ratethispodcast.com/yap Watch Videos - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting Follow Hala Taha LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/ Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/ TikTok - tiktok.com/@yapwithhala Twitter - twitter.com/yapwithhala Learn more about YAP Media Agency Services - yapmedia.io/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

En este episodio vamos a platicar de un par de herramientas muy interesantes, el organigrama formal y el organigrama funcional que en conjunto te van a ayudar a que el crecimiento de tu empresa sea ordenado y evitar uno de los principales errores que cometen las Pequeñas y Medianas Empresas que es contratar personal de más. ¡NO TE LO PUEDES PERDER! Liga para adquirir en Amazon el libro de Estimado Emprendedor el cual está teniendo su lanzamiento en México y Latinoamérica: https://amzn.to/3lJQAsv Agenda el diagnóstico de tu empresa con uno de nuestros asesores. Como lo comentamos en el Podcast este diagnóstico tiene un precio regular de $8,500 (USD 400 aprox.) pero por tiempo limitado vamos a ofrecer este diagnóstico GRATIS a los primeros que agenden. Tenemos espacios limitados por ser gratuito: https://helpicoaching.com/forma-diagnostico-podcast-el-emprendedor-espiritual/ Te dejamos también el mail que mencionamos: ayuda@helpicoaching.com Información para el programa CEN (Coaching Espiritual / Alta Consciencia de Negocios): https://helpicoaching.com/landing-programa-cen/ Si te está gustando el podcast te pido tu apoyo para suscribirte y dejar un buen review de (5 estrellitas), servirían mucho para que más emprendedores dueños de pequeñas/medianas empresas como tú puedan tener acceso. Sígueme en redes sociales para que me hagas tus comentarios sobre los episodios ¿qué te gustó?, ¿qué no te gustó?, ¿qué te llamó la atención?, para seguir ayudándote y seguir mejorando el podcast.  INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/elemprendedorespiritual/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/elemprendedorespiritual/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/elemprendedore1 Te comparto además el link que mencionamos en el episodio de nuestro patrocinador helpi COACHING: www.helpicoaching.com/podcast/emprendedorespiritual Aprovecha toda la ayuda que podemos darte en helpi COACHING: 1. Con nuestro programa helpi COACHING PREMIUM que incluye el acompañamiento de un Coach. Es el mejor momento para tener ayuda externa calificada, que te ayude a enfocarte y tener una visión de fuera y más objetiva sobre tu empresa. Si estas interesado mándanos un mail a ayuda@helpicoaching.com 2. Con nuestro programa On-line. Si crees que no estas listo para nuestro programa PREMIUM con el acompañamiento con un Coach, tenemos nuestro programa On-line. Si estas interesado mándanos un mail a ayuda@helpicoaching.com 3. Con nuestros Master Class virtuales gratis. Por este medio y en Facebook podrás enterarte de los temas, días y horas. Regularmente hacemos entre 2 y 3 Master Class al mes. 4. Con nuestros Facebook Live gratis. https://www.facebook.com/pg/helpicoaching 5. Con nuestro grupo de Facebook de acceso a nuestros Coaches gratis. https://www.facebook.com/groups/helpicoachingcoaches/ 6. Con nuestro blog quincenal que enviamos por mail y publicamos en nuestra página de Internet: https://helpicoaching.com/blog/ En todos los formatos mencionados anteriormente compartimos herramientas exclusivas de nuestro programa que incluye muchas de las mejores herramientas y metodologías especializadas en pequeñas/medianas empresas a nivel mundial como EMyth (de Michael E. Gerber), Pumpkin Plan (de Mike Michalowicz), Profit First de Mike Michalowicz), Duct Tape Marketing (de Jhon Hantsch), etc. de diferentes áreas (operaciones, finanzas, Capital Humano, Marketing, Ventas, etc.). Mantente positivo y busca ayuda.    

From building four multimillion-dollar companies to losing his home, few have felt the highs and lows of entrepreneurship like Mike Michalowicz. That perspective proves powerful today as he helps other business owners avoid “entrepreneurial poverty” — and it's insight he shares on this episode. Hear the bestselling business author explain how to change your mindset around the cash management of your company and the best ways to scale a growing business.

In today's episode, Tom discusses his personal journey and how his time in the Marine Corps has shaped his approach to business. He kicks off the episode by discussing the truth about big goals. He shares that while setting ambitious goals is essential, only about 6% of people actually reach them. Next, Tom delves into why many people struggle to hit goals, including lack of consistency, fear of failure, and not taking enough action. Drawing from his experience in the military, Tom reveals how the discipline, determination, and perseverance instilled in him during his time in the Marine Corps have been key factors in his entrepreneurial success. He shares how the rigors of military training taught him the importance of consistent effort, regardless of obstacles or setbacks, and how this mindset has translated into his approach to running his own business. Tom also opens up about his current big goal and how he is applying the lessons he learned in the Marine Corps to achieve it. He emphasizes the importance of consistent action toward one's goals and shares practical tips and strategies for overcoming challenges and staying focused on the desired outcome. As Tom reflects on his military experience and entrepreneurial journey, he offers valuable insights and advice for aspiring contractors and anyone striving to achieve their goals. From the power of consistency to the importance of taking action, Tom's story is a compelling reminder that success is achievable with the right mindset and determination.   Conversation Highlights: [00:00] - Tom's big goals and the truth about them [02:25] - Only 6% of people reach their goals [04:03] - Reasons why you're not hitting your goals [05:32] - The current big goal of Tom [05:56] - Consistent effort brings success [06:58] - Take action on your goals   Resources:   == STRONG LEADER LIVE: Who wouldn't want to take a break on the beach while supercharging their business? Join bestselling author Mike Michalowicz and the TCF team at our exclusive Strong Leader Live workshop in Panama City Beach, Florida! ☀️ In this workshop, you'll learn the ONE thing you need to focus on to take your business to the next level and make more money!

Welcome back to Clearing the Way. A resource for small business. I talk with sales and HR experts, other small business owners, and anyone else that can provide you with information to clear your way to success. Clay Kilgore is the Executive Director of the Washington Historical Society and host of Laid Back History. Clay graduated from Penn State with a Bachelors in History. Clay spent 8 years as the Historical Director at the David Bradford House and has experience as a Consulting Historian for a major television network. He began working with the Washington Historical Society in 2002. After 10 years there, he became Executive Director and has been in that roll since 2012. Clay is a man of many talents from being a legit blacksmith to video production. He is involved in what seems to be every organization in Washington and has been a MASSIVE reason that this area has been able to lean on its history to drive growth and development. Clay KilgoreWebsite: https://www.wchspa.org/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@washingtoncountyhistorical9076Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lemoynehouseThings I Use:Profit First by Mike Michalowicz: https://amzn.to/3EYNOdaPumpkin Plan by Mike Michalowicz: https://amzn.to/3mo1Ui8ATEM Mini Pro: https://amzn.to/3GBVi6CShure SM7B: https://amzn.to/3KQGgwtElectro-Voice RE20: https://amzn.to/4131a1cHave a suggestion for a suggestion for a guest? Email me at Bradley@clearingthewaypodcast.com. Brought to you by the City of Washington Citywide Development CorporationThis episode is brought to you by the City of Washington Citywide Development Corporation. If you're a business located in Washington, PA that needs help growing and working through your current challenges, or you are outside of Washington and looking for a place to get started or a space to expand into, reach out using the links in the description. The Washington CDC's services are free. No strings, No gotchas. My salary is covered. You pay nothing. I don't know how else to say it. There are organizations out here to help.Email me at bmartin@pcrg.org for assistance!

En este episodio vamos a enseñarte una herramienta PODEROSISIMA, la herramienta de Profit First desarrollada por el autor Best Seller y gurú de Pequeñas y Medianas Empresas internacional Mike Michalowicz. La metodología Profit First te ayudará a tener una empresa muy rentable bajo los estándares más altos internacionales y de forma práctica. ¡NO TE LO PUEDES PERDER! Te dejamos la liga para adquirir en Amazon el libro de Estimado Emprendedor el cual está teniendo su lanzamiento en México y Latinoamérica: https://amzn.to/3lJQAsv Agendar el diagnóstico de tu empresa con uno de nuestros asesores. Como lo comentamos en el Podcast este diagnóstico tiene un precio regular de $8,500 (USD 400 aprox.) pero por tiempo limitado vamos a ofrecer este diagnóstico GRATIS a los primeros que agenden. Tenemos espacios limitados por ser gratuito: https://helpicoaching.com/forma-diagnostico-podcast-el-emprendedor-espiritual/ Mail que mencionamos: ayuda@helpicoaching.com Información para el programa CEN (Coaching Espiritual / Alta Consciencia de Negocios): https://helpicoaching.com/landing-programa-cen/ Libro de Profit First (La Ganancia es Primero) de Mike Michalowicz: https://amzn.to/3LhvX1J Si te está gustando el podcast te pido tu apoyo para suscribirte y dejar un buen review de (5 estrellitas), servirían mucho para que más emprendedores dueños de pequeñas/medianas empresas como tú puedan tener acceso. Sígueme en redes sociales para que me hagas tus comentarios sobre los episodios ¿qué te gustó?, ¿qué no te gustó?, ¿qué te llamó la atención?, para seguir ayudándote y seguir mejorando el podcast.  INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/elemprendedorespiritual/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/elemprendedorespiritual/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/elemprendedore1 Te comparto además el link que mencionamos en el episodio de nuestro patrocinador helpi COACHING: www.helpicoaching.com/podcast/emprendedorespiritual Aprovecha toda la ayuda que podemos darte en helpi COACHING: 1. Con nuestro programa helpi COACHING PREMIUM que incluye el acompañamiento de un Coach. Es el mejor momento para tener ayuda externa calificada, que te ayude a enfocarte y tener una visión de fuera y más objetiva sobre tu empresa. Si estas interesado mándanos un mail a ayuda@helpicoaching.com 2. Con nuestro programa On-line. Si crees que no estas listo para nuestro programa PREMIUM con el acompañamiento con un Coach, tenemos nuestro programa On-line. Si estas interesado mándanos un mail a ayuda@helpicoaching.com 3. Con nuestros Master Class virtuales gratis. Por este medio y en Facebook podrás enterarte de los temas, días y horas. Regularmente hacemos entre 2 y 3 Master Class al mes. 4. Con nuestros Facebook Live gratis. https://www.facebook.com/pg/helpicoaching 5. Con nuestro grupo de Facebook de acceso a nuestros Coaches gratis. https://www.facebook.com/groups/helpicoachingcoaches/ 6. Con nuestro blog quincenal que enviamos por mail y publicamos en nuestra página de Internet: https://helpicoaching.com/blog/ En todos los formatos mencionados anteriormente compartimos herramientas exclusivas de nuestro programa que incluye muchas de las mejores herramientas y metodologías especializadas en pequeñas/medianas empresas a nivel mundial como EMyth (de Michael E. Gerber), Pumpkin Plan (de Mike Michalowicz), Profit First de Mike Michalowicz), Duct Tape Marketing (de Jhon Hantsch), etc. de diferentes áreas (operaciones, finanzas, Capital Humano, Marketing, Ventas, etc.). Mantente positivo y busca ayuda.

Tom's guest today knows a thing or two about business growth. Jim Kaloutas — the owner of Kaloutas, a commercial painting business, and an all-around cool guy. He has a wealth of experience in leadership development and building killer teams.  In this episode, Jim shares insights on how he has leveraged LinkedIn to drive growth for his company. Beyond attracting new clients, Jim highlights how LinkedIn has helped him hire highly skilled employees, develop a strong team and create a company culture that rocks - all contributing to his multi-million-dollar business success.   Conversation Highlights: [00:00] - Welcome notes and Jim's intro [02:40] - Why Jim's business took ten years to hit $1M [04:51] - Pivotal moments that shaped Jim's business trajectory [07:56] - Utilizing LinkedIn to grow business [11:18] - How Jim's business grew through acquisitions [12:19] - Jim's definition of culture [13:46] - Balancing firmness and high standards with a safe work environment [17:47] - Jim's employee recruitment strategies [25:05] - Jim's biggest struggle with the career path [29:08] - Teaching your crew members to think independently [32:35] - Training your employees without compromising financial stability [36:24] - Tom's biggest leadership fail [40:48] - The current challenges that contractors are facing [44:09] - Jim's message to fellow contractors [45:53] - The best way to contact Jim [48:31] - How Jim evaluates his performance for job suitability   Resources:   == Kaloutas on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kaloutas/ Website: https://www.kaloutas.com/   == STRONG LEADER LIVE:  Who wouldn't want to take a break on the beach while supercharging their business? Join bestselling author Mike Michalowicz and the TCF team at our exclusive Strong Leader Live workshop in Panama City Beach, Florida! ☀️ In this workshop, you'll learn the ONE thing you need to focus on to take your business to the next level and make more money!

Are you suffering from or through "random acts of marketing?" Online visibility is such a noisy endeavor - so many options, so many "shoulds." How do you know what's right for you and which efforts to double down on? And- is the webinar dead? This week, Annie P. is joined by the fabulous "leads guru" known as Tom Poland. As a multiple bestselling author and marketing expert, Tom helps professionals generate high-quality leads in 151 cities across the globe. With 39 years of experience under his belt, Tom has started and sold numerous businesses, led teams of over 100 people, and generated more than $20 million in revenue. Then, Tom and Annie have a frank discussion about delegation, creation, gimmicks, proof, and the power of intention before living into lessons learned through the color-bending classic, "Pleasantville." Resources: - Connect with Tom through his website and LinkedIn. - Don't forget to check out his podcast, Marketing The Invisible. - You can watch Annie's episode on YouTube!- Get your free copy of Tom's book at www.GetTomsFreeBook.com What's Inside: 00:00:00 - Transparency vs. Hype 00:01:33 - This week, Tom suggests we focus on lead-gen. 00:04:59 - Predictability can be so boring, but it just might keep the dream alive. 00:10:54 - Outsourcing the lackluster stuff 00:13:59 - The real and unexpected reason 80% of marketing strategies fail 00:14:47 - Passion is the missing ingredient in most webinars 00:16:56 - "Skin in the game:" not to little, not too much 00:18:27 - WTF is a hybrid webinar? 00:19:49 - To attract the right audience, pick the right problem. 00:25:09 - Running away with Hugh Jackman: A Teachable Moment 00:27:27 - Webinars and Demos 00:29:31 - Sales Ambush! (And how to avoid it, obviously.) 00:38:32 - Welcome to Pleasantville. 00:40:56 - Are your following your "clues?" 00:41:30 - The myth of the "perfect" webinar 00:44:02 - GetTomsFreeBook.com  00:45:21 - This week your homework is to challenge your perceptions. Wanna binge? Check out these related episodes: 15: On Authority, Delegation & Jeopardy (feat. Terry McDougall) 37: On Connection, Curiosity & Murder She Wrote (feat. Nikki Nash) 40: On Kindness, Differentiation & Revenge of the Nerds (feat. Mike Michalowicz) 75: On Relationship Marketing, Visibility & Survivor (feat. Angie Trueblood) 89: On Likes, Leads & Somebody Feed Phil (feat. Hannah Acosta) Grab your free copy of Annie P. Ruggles' bestselling business fable, The Coach Who Would Not Sell, at sellcoachsell.com. Use the code "Legitimate."

    Mike Michalowicz is a former small business columnist for The Wall Street Journal and the former business makeover specialist on MSNBC. Over the years, Mike has traveled the globe speaking with thousands of entrepreneurs and is here today to share the best of what he has learned. What you will learn in this episode: How to get path alignment to achieve your employees' visions on the way to achieving your corporate vision Why you need to identify the challenge your business is facing before you can start troubleshooting Why you should be focusing on what gives you joy and seeing how your business can accommodate that How charging what your services are worth means that you value the relationship Mike's advice regarding recessions and why you should see it as an opportunity Resources: Website: www.mikemichalowicz.com LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/mikemichalowicz/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/ Twitter: @MikeMichalowicz Additional Resources: Everyone is always asking us, “How is it possible to buy real estate without using my own cash or credit?” With decades of combined experience in real estate, we've perfected the process of investing creatively. We want to share as much as we can with you, which is exactly why we're running this FREE workshop! If you're thinking about leaving your job, escaping the W-2 lifestyle, and starting on the path towards creating generational wealth — this is for you! To register, just visit: smartrealestatecoach.com/pcws.   Schedule a free strategy session with us. This is an opportunity for you to have an honest conversation with our team about your background, investment goals, and create some action steps toward creating the life of your dreams. Together we'll discover where you are, where you want to be, and what's in the way. Just visit: smartrealestatecoach.com/action. Our free Master's Class is the ONLY webinar where you're given the exact techniques we use in our family company to buy and sell homes every month — all across North America and ALL on TERMS! Register by visiting: smartrealestatecoach.com/mastersclass The Wicked Smart Investor's Toolkit is a great way to dip your toe in the water of buying properties on terms. Here you'll receive seller scripts, our investor blueprint, be able to listen to live calls, and much more! Enroll for free at smartrealestatecoach.com/tools The Quantum Leap System has everything you'll need to start buying and selling on terms (without banks and without your own money or credit), launch & scale a business that fits your goals, and strengthen your mindset so you can follow the proven path to becoming a successful real estate investor. You can learn more by visiting: smartrealestatecoach.com/qls. For additional information on lead generation, funding, mindset coaching, legal assistance, virtual staffing, and business growth, visit the Investor Resources section of our website at: smartrealestatecoach.com/resources.

En este episodio tenemos a un invitada MUY ESPECIAL, Cristy Cortés especialista en Paternidad Consciente (Conscient Parenting) quien nos estará nuevamente enseñando sobre esta revolucionaria forma de educar a nuestros hijos desde la alta consciencia y nos estará platicando del lanzamiento de su nuevo libro Más que Mil Palabras. ¡NO TE LO PUEDES PERDER! Te dejo los links donde puedes adquirir el libro y conectarte con Cristy. Libro Más que Mil Palabras en Amazon: https://amzn.to/3Zdi0Zq ·       Instagram: @cristinacortesdelvalle Si te está gustando el podcast te pido tu apoyo para suscribirte y dejar un buen review de (5 estrellitas), servirían mucho para que más emprendedores dueños de pequeñas/medianas empresas como tú puedan tener acceso. Sígueme en redes sociales para que me hagas tus comentarios sobre los episodios ¿qué te gustó?, ¿qué no te gustó?, ¿qué te llamó la atención?, para seguir ayudándote y seguir mejorando el podcast.  INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/elemprendedorespiritual/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/elemprendedorespiritual/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/elemprendedore1 Link que mencionamos de nuestro patrocinador helpi COACHING  www.helpicoaching.com/podcast/emprendedorespiritual Link para agendar diagnóstico de tu empresa con uno de nuestros asesores: https://helpicoaching.com/forma-diagnostico-podcast-el-emprendedor-espiritual/ Aprovecha toda la ayuda que podemos darte en helpi COACHING: 1. Con nuestro programa helpi COACHING PREMIUM que incluye el acompañamiento de un Coach. Es el mejor momento para tener ayuda externa calificada, que te ayude a enfocarte y tener una visión de fuera y más objetiva sobre tu empresa. Si estas interesado mándanos un mail a ayuda@helpicoaching.com 2. Con nuestro programa On-line. Si crees que no estas listo para nuestro programa PREMIUM con el acompañamiento con un Coach, tenemos nuestro programa On-line. Si estas interesado mándanos un mail a ayuda@helpicoaching.com 3. Con nuestros Master Class virtuales gratis. Por este medio y en Facebook podrás enterarte de los temas, días y horas.  4. Con nuestros Facebook Live gratis. https://www.facebook.com/pg/helpicoaching 5. Con nuestro grupo de Facebook de acceso a nuestros Coaches gratis. https://www.facebook.com/groups/helpicoachingcoaches/ 6. Con nuestro blog quincenal que enviamos por mail y publicamos en nuestra página de Internet: https://helpicoaching.com/blog/ En todos los formatos mencionados anteriormente compartimos herramientas exclusivas de nuestro programa que incluye muchas de las mejores herramientas y metodologías especializadas en pequeñas/medianas empresas a nivel mundial como EMyth (de Michael E. Gerber), Pumpkin Plan (de Mike Michalowicz), Profit First de Mike Michalowicz), Duct Tape Marketing (de Jhon Hantsch), etc. de diferentes áreas (operaciones, finanzas, Capital Humano, Marketing, Ventas, etc.). Mantente positivo y busca ayuda.

Mike Michalowicz is the entrepreneur behind three multimillion-dollar companies and is the author of Fix This Next, Clockwork, Surge, The Toilet Paper Entrepreneur, The Pumpkin Plan, Get Different, and Profit First. His books have been translated into over 20 different languages. Mike is a former small business columnist for The Wall Street Journal and regularly travels the globe as an entrepreneurial advocate. Mike launched three multi-million dollar companies before his 35th birthday Mike was awarded the NJ SBA's Young Entrepreneur of The Year when he was 26 Mike sold his first company to private equity and his second firm to a Fortune 500 Mike is the author of Fix This Next, Clockwork, Surge, The Toilet Paper Entrepreneur, The Pumpkin Plan, and Profit First Mike is a former small business columnist for The Wall Street Journal Mike's books have been translated into over 20 different languages Mike is an active partner in multiple companies, including an American manufacturer, a business growth consultancy, an augmented reality tech firm, and a certification organization for accountants, bookkeepers, and business coaches You can learn more about Mike, purchase his books, check out his podcast, and find out when and where to hear Mike speak on his website: mikemotorbike.com (or MikeMichalowicz.com) ******************************************** Want to learn how to attract, hire, and retain top-tier employees? Interested in learning how to scale your business to increase revenue and profit while working less? Then join my Business Success Mastermind group. A new cohort is starting. Now accepting applications: https://ib4e-coaching.com/mastermind ******************************************** Please support this podcast: https://ib4e-coaching.com/podinfo #leadership #leadershipcoaching #business #success #mikemichalowicz #author #profitfirst #fixthisnext #ib4ecoaching ******************************************** If you like this podcast, consider supporting the effort. Every little bit helps. Thanks.

In this episode of Brainfluence, host Roger Dooley interviews AJ Harper, an editor and publishing strategist, about her career as a developmental editor and ghostwriter, her new book, and the importance of understanding the reader as a character in non-fiction writing. AJ shares her insights and experiences in the world of writing and publishing, providing valuable tips for aspiring authors. Show notes & resources: https://www.rogerdooley.com/aj-harper-must-read/ During the interview, AJ and Roger discuss their intertwined book origin stories and their experience at a writer's retreat co-hosted by Mike Michalowicz and Michael Port. AJ emphasizes the importance of a transformational core message in non-fiction writing and marketing, and discusses editing for a deeper reader connection. She also encourages authors to do their own developmental editing before handing it off to a professional editor. AJ's expertise in developmental editing and ghostwriting shines through as she provides valuable advice for writers looking to improve their craft. Her new book and her insights on the importance of understanding the reader as a character in non-fiction writing make this interview a must-listen for anyone interested in the world of writing and publishing

“Most authors give up too soon. They give up before they finish their book, they give up on their publishing plan, because it takes too long. And then if they do manage to get their book to market, they give up on selling it,” shares AJ Harper, editor and publishing strategist, head writing coach for Heroic Public Speaking, writing partner to business author Mike Michalowicz, and author of Write a Must-Read: Craft a Book That Changes Lives--Including Your Own. Today, AJ calls on her years of experience working with bestselling authors to talk about how to write a must-read book. The first step to writing a book is knowing who your reader is. By knowing exactly who you are writing for, what they need, and what they perceive is standing in their way, you can write a book that speaks directly to their experience. When people feel seen on the first page of a book, they are likely to continue reading. The next step is to get very clear on your core message. This should be a fundamental truth that can create change in the reader even if that message is the only thing they read. Once you have written a book with a specific reader in mind and a clear core message, the most important thing to do is just to not give up! Stay persistent and put the time and work into your publishing plan and marketing strategies for selling your book.If you have been wanting to write a book that will help other people, you need to first decide who exactly you want to write for. What change are you hoping for the reader to make? How do you want them to feel when they read your book? These are all things to consider before getting to the publishing or marketing steps. Quotes“If you're writing a book that's designed to help someone, you have to know who that someone is.” (8:33-8:37 | AJ)“If they can see themselves on the first page where you are honoring their experience and they feel like you get them, they're going to keep turning the page.” (10:38-10:48 | AJ)“Knowing your reader is such a huge part of not just writing and editing the book, but how you position it in the marketplace.” (11:50-11:56 | AJ)“A book is not about something, it's for someone.” (12:30-12:33 | AJ) “Most authors give up too soon. They give up before they finish their book, they give up on their publishing plan, because it takes too long. And then if they do manage to get their book to market, they give up on selling it.” (28:42-28:56 | AJ)“There's very few things on earth that are more transformational than a book.” (35:18-35:23 | AJ)LinksConnect with Welcome to ElomaInstagram: @welcometoelomaWebsite: WelcometoEloma.comWeekly Email Newsletter: bit.ly/RIXEmail Connect with AJ HarperLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anjanetteharper/Website: https://ajharper.comConnect with KileySocial: @kileypeters + Linkedin.com/in/kileypetersWebsites: RAYNEIX.com ,

In this episode of the It's Not About The Money podcast (formerly the In Her Financial Shoes podcast), I am going to be discussing why fixing your team might be more important than fixing your revenue. The better your team is, the better your profitability and customer experience will be and in turn the more you will enjoy running your business but getting the right team in place is not easy. Bad experiences around team growth can leave you with “business trauma” that needs to be addressed in the same way we do all trauma that shows up in life. Having a strong and dynamic team is the key to increasing your revenue. Here are some of the lessons that I have learnt over the last 18 months that will help you to grow your business and grow your income.   In this episode: Why growing your team is not a one-and-done The impact that a dysfunctional team will have on your bottom line How to use KPIs to improve team performance Using standard operating procedures to ensure stability and consistency How important communication is when working with a team   Resources: Get my FREE book 'It's Not About The Money' Take the Money StoryTypes® Quiz Join Catherine's FREE Facebook Group 'The Wealthy Women Community' Catherine's YouTube Channel Connect with Catherine on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook Find out about our Wealthy Woman School® Become a Consistent Cash Flow Queen Listen to the podcast episode with Profit First author, Mike Michalowicz

En este episodio voy a intentar hacer algo muy retador, voy a intentar, OJO, intentar, explicar una de las preguntas existenciales más antiguas en la historia del ser humando ¿cual es nuestro propósito en esta vida, en este universo, en este planeta, en este mundo? ¿a qué venimos? y además voy a tratar de explicar como este propósito está íntimamente relacionado con tu empresa. Es un reto tratar de explicar esto en un sólo episodio del podcast pero lo voy a intentar, así que tenme paciencia :)... De cualquier forma en otros episodios estaremos tocando constantemente este tema. ¡NO TE LO PUEDES PERDER! Si te está gustando el podcast te pido tu apoyo para suscribirte y dejar un buen review de (5 estrellitas), servirían mucho para que más emprendedores dueños de pequeñas/medianas empresas como tú puedan tener acceso. Sígueme en redes sociales para que me hagas tus comentarios sobre los episodios ¿qué te gustó?, ¿qué no te gustó?, ¿qué te llamó la atención?, para seguir ayudándote y seguir mejorando el podcast.  INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/elemprendedorespiritual/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/elemprendedorespiritual/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/elemprendedore1 Link que mencionamos de nuestro patrocinador helpi COACHING  www.helpicoaching.com/podcast/emprendedorespiritual Link para agendar diagnóstico de tu empresa con uno de nuestros asesores: https://helpicoaching.com/forma-diagnostico-podcast-el-emprendedor-espiritual/ Aprovecha toda la ayuda que podemos darte en helpi COACHING: 1. Con nuestro programa helpi COACHING PREMIUM que incluye el acompañamiento de un Coach. Es el mejor momento para tener ayuda externa calificada, que te ayude a enfocarte y tener una visión de fuera y más objetiva sobre tu empresa. Si estas interesado mándanos un mail a ayuda@helpicoaching.com 2. Con nuestro programa On-line. Si crees que no estas listo para nuestro programa PREMIUM con el acompañamiento con un Coach, tenemos nuestro programa On-line. Si estas interesado mándanos un mail a ayuda@helpicoaching.com 3. Con nuestros Master Class virtuales gratis. Por este medio y en Facebook podrás enterarte de los temas, días y horas.  4. Con nuestros Facebook Live gratis. https://www.facebook.com/pg/helpicoaching 5. Con nuestro grupo de Facebook de acceso a nuestros Coaches gratis. https://www.facebook.com/groups/helpicoachingcoaches/ 6. Con nuestro blog quincenal que enviamos por mail y publicamos en nuestra página de Internet: https://helpicoaching.com/blog/ En todos los formatos mencionados anteriormente compartimos herramientas exclusivas de nuestro programa que incluye muchas de las mejores herramientas y metodologías especializadas en pequeñas/medianas empresas a nivel mundial como EMyth (de Michael E. Gerber), Pumpkin Plan (de Mike Michalowicz), Profit First de Mike Michalowicz), Duct Tape Marketing (de Jhon Hantsch), etc. de diferentes áreas (operaciones, finanzas, Capital Humano, Marketing, Ventas, etc.). Mantente positivo y busca ayuda.    

Welcome to the Owner's Pride Podcast! Today, we're diving into the world of detailing business finances and exploring a revolutionary approach to financial managment: Mike Michalowicz's Profit First, (for detailer!). Our guest for today's episode is Wills Amstutz, co owner of Windows and Wheels in Gilbert AZ. Wills has successfully implemented the Profit First system in his own business and has had tremedous results. Wills shares his insights and expirience, and provides practicle tipsfor detailers looking to boost thier bottom line. So, whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, you wont't want to mis this episode of Owner's Pride Podcast!

Author of “Profit First”, the recent hit “Fix This Next” and a slew of other entrepreneurial business books, Mike Michalowicz shares his insight on how too many sales can potentially be a bad thing, standing out as an imposter, the challenges for accidental entrepreneurs and more.In This Episode00:00 - Introduction03:12 - Greeting to Mike 05:39 - Some challenges07:52 - Perspective of success09:48 - “I suck” syndrome11:47 - Competition is small14:47 - Making problems worse17:07 - Go for the walk19:52 - DNA across industries22:59 - Sales stress24:22 - Right fix, wrong time26:32 - Cater to the 4%29:40 - Mike's latest fixesGet all links, resources and show notes at:https://joshhall.co/250

From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2020. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Mike Michalowicz is the author of Profit First, Clockwork, Surge, The Pumpkin Plan, and his newest release Fix This Next. By his 35th birthday, Mike had founded and sold two companies - one to private equity and another to a Fortune 500. Today he is running his third multi-million dollar venture, Profit First Professionals. Top 3 Value Bombs: 1. The thesis of Fix This Next is this: the biggest challenge entrepreneurs have is knowing what their biggest challenge is. 2. The Survival Track is the response you have when you are in crisis. 3. The world is depending on you. You have to make your business successful, and you need to take the right actions immediately. Evaluate your business, and be deliberate in taking the right steps forward. Pin point what your business needs next from you with Mike's free evaluation! - Fix This Next Sponsor: HubSpot: Learn how HubSpot can help your business grow better and get a special offer of 20% off on eligible plans at HubSpot.com/eof!

From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2020. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Mike Michalowicz is the author of Profit First, Clockwork, Surge, The Pumpkin Plan, and his newest release Fix This Next. By his 35th birthday, Mike had founded and sold two companies - one to private equity and another to a Fortune 500. Today he is running his third multi-million dollar venture, Profit First Professionals. Top 3 Value Bombs: 1. The thesis of Fix This Next is this: the biggest challenge entrepreneurs have is knowing what their biggest challenge is. 2. The Survival Track is the response you have when you are in crisis. 3. The world is depending on you. You have to make your business successful, and you need to take the right actions immediately. Evaluate your business, and be deliberate in taking the right steps forward. Pin point what your business needs next from you with Mike's free evaluation! - Fix This Next Sponsor: HubSpot: Learn how HubSpot can help your business grow better and get a special offer of 20% off on eligible plans at HubSpot.com/eof!

En este episodio platicaremos de un tema que normalmente pasa desapercibido por los dueños de pequeñas y medianas empresas, que es la elaboración de un presupuesto y sobre todo ¿para que nos puede servir?. Hoy vamos a hablar de este tema. ¡NO TE LO PUEDES PERDER! Si te está gustando el podcast te pido tu apoyo para suscribirte y dejar un buen review de (5 estrellitas), servirían mucho para que más emprendedores dueños de pequeñas/medianas empresas como tú puedan tener acceso. Sígueme en redes sociales para que me hagas tus comentarios sobre los episodios ¿qué te gustó?, ¿qué no te gustó?, ¿qué te llamó la atención?, para seguir ayudándote y seguir mejorando el podcast.  INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/elemprendedorespiritual/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/elemprendedorespiritual/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/elemprendedore1 Link que mencionamos de nuestro patrocinador helpi COACHING  www.helpicoaching.com/podcast/emprendedorespiritual Link para agendar diagnóstico de tu empresa con uno de nuestros asesores: https://helpicoaching.com/forma-diagnostico-podcast-el-emprendedor-espiritual/ Aprovecha toda la ayuda que podemos darte en helpi COACHING: 1. Con nuestro programa helpi COACHING PREMIUM que incluye el acompañamiento de un Coach. Es el mejor momento para tener ayuda externa calificada, que te ayude a enfocarte y tener una visión de fuera y más objetiva sobre tu empresa. Si estas interesado mándanos un mail a ayuda@helpicoaching.com 2. Con nuestro programa On-line. Si crees que no estas listo para nuestro programa PREMIUM con el acompañamiento con un Coach, tenemos nuestro programa On-line. Si estas interesado mándanos un mail a ayuda@helpicoaching.com 3. Con nuestros Master Class virtuales gratis. Por este medio y en Facebook podrás enterarte de los temas, días y horas.  4. Con nuestros Facebook Live gratis. https://www.facebook.com/pg/helpicoaching 5. Con nuestro grupo de Facebook de acceso a nuestros Coaches gratis. https://www.facebook.com/groups/helpicoachingcoaches/ 6. Con nuestro blog quincenal que enviamos por mail y publicamos en nuestra página de Internet: https://helpicoaching.com/blog/ En todos los formatos mencionados anteriormente compartimos herramientas exclusivas de nuestro programa que incluye muchas de las mejores herramientas y metodologías especializadas en pequeñas/medianas empresas a nivel mundial como EMyth (de Michael E. Gerber), Pumpkin Plan (de Mike Michalowicz), Profit First de Mike Michalowicz), Duct Tape Marketing (de Jhon Hantsch), etc. de diferentes áreas (operaciones, finanzas, Capital Humano, Marketing, Ventas, etc.). Mantente positivo y busca ayuda.  

David Richter is an active real estate investor who has been essential in closing over 850 deals over the last 10 years. He has experience with wholesale, turnkey, BRRRR, owner finance, rentals, lease options, and any other exit strategy you can think of.While growing and building a real estate business from 5 to over 25 deals a month, he realized that as much money was coming in, it was all going right out the door. With the unique opportunity of being in every seat as a real estate investor, he found a calling in the company's finance seat to help businesses see where their money really went. David has helped real estate companies completely turn around from going out of business to building cash reserves by using the Profit First cash flow system. He has been featured on Biggerpockets, Real Estate Disruptors with Steve Trang, and many other podcasts, shows, and stages.To help even more people, he wrote Profit First for Real Estate Investing - a derivative of the original Profit First by Mike Michalowicz that is tailored specifically to Real Estate Investors. His goal is to completely transform the Real Estate Investing industry by helping real estate investors make and KEEP more money in their businesses. As the founder and owner of SimpleCFO Solutions, he wants to bring investors true financial clarity and freedom and help every investor stop living deal to deal.FREE DOWNLOAD OF PROFIT FIRST FOR REAL ESTATE INVESTING: https://simplecfo.com/TITANIUM/Support the show

Building a healthy team where each member flourishes individually while also having a strong team-oriented mindset is not an easy task, nor does it happen on its own. My guest today, Joey Mathews, has built his video production businesses to feel like family. From immense empowerment and trust in each individual to creative profit sharing, Joey has built a business that is focused on creating absolutely stunning work all while fostering individual and business health.  Joey's insights on leading a creative business are so refreshing and inspiring. Don't fall for the lie that you can't have beautiful work, a healthy team, and a profitable business; it's how we should all operate! Key Takeaways Create a culture for your team that is built on mutual trust, an attitude of helping others, and wholeness of health. You limit yourself and your business if you don't find a way to tap into healthy collaboration. Be creative to make sure that your business is efficient and profitable. Charge what your work is worth, but make sure you are adding so much value that your client feels like they underpaid. About Joey Mathews Joey is an Emmy award winning filmmaker, business owner, husband and father based out of Houston, Texas. He founded 31Films in the early 2000's, capturing luxury weddings around the world, and launched Filmlab in the early 2010's, producing story-driven commercial films for brands including: Disney, CBS Sports, Four Seasons and Microsoft. In This Episode [00:00] Welcome to the show! [02:45] Meet Joey Mathews [06:47] Balancing creativity of your product with business success [13:18] Building a culture in your business that feels like a family [27:56] Joey's greatest business milestones [34:22] Making your business profitable [42:10] Passion projects [45:15] Outro Quotes “Being able to say no to some opportunities is hard but I think for the betterment of everyone to not be burnt out, you know, I think it's really important.” [15:18] - Joey Mathews “I think when you're growing a team there has to be, I mean, you have to treat it almost like a marriage, you know, where you're working together towards a common goal and you're helping each other and it's a give and take.” [18:43] - Joey Mathews “I think it's important for people to find ways to scratch that itch and to be able to do that creative work.” [43:57] - Joey Mathews Links Get the The Lead Machine: Website Checklist for Filmmakers FREE Workshop Available "How to Consistently Earn Over $100k Per Year in Video Production While Working Less Than 40 Hours Per Week" Join the Grow Your Video Business Facebook Group  Find Joey Mathews online  Follow Joey Mathews on Instagram Follow Film Lab on Instagram Follow 31 Films on Instagram | Facebook Follow Ryan Koral on Instagram Follow Grow Your Video Business on Instagram What's your question for the podcast? Share a video or audio response! Check out the full show notes page If you haven't already, we'd love it if you would take 1 minute to leave us a review on iTunes! Book Mentioned Profit First, by Mike Michalowicz

Show Summary "You are in charge of your business", Ron Saharyan. Pricing is important, but Value Starts With HELLO! You realize that accounting and bookkeeping can unlock the potential of any company. Set yourself apart from the competition by asking better questions right from the start. Your future clients want you to understand their vision and goals and understand how you'll get them there. All of this can happen in your very first conversation. Listen more tips from Grow My Accounting Practice podcasts hosts, Mike Michalowicz, Ron Saharyan, and Liz Szporn, and download our FREE guide to learn how and never compete on price again.   Value Starts With Hello: https://profitfirstprofessionals.com/value-starts-with-hello/ Website: https://profitfirstprofessionals.com Corporate Partner: People Process – https://peopleprocesses.com/

Today I'm talking with best-selling author Mike Michalowicz who aims to eradicate entrepreneurial poverty through his books, courses, and workshops. We discussed how Mike defines winning, how contractors contribute to their own struggles,  strategies for improving your skills as a business owner, and more. We also explore the Strong Leader Live Event in Florida, coming up at the end of April, and what you can expect to gain from attending this small-group workshop led by Mike.   Conversation Highlights: [00:00] - Intro [03:43] - Things Mike wants to change about entrepreneurship [04:43] - Factors for success in business [07:10] - What to do when feeling unsuccessful [10:00] - Mike's definition of winning [13:03] - Difference between survival and thriving stages of a business [16:52] - Entrepreneurs' contribution to their own struggles [18:18] - Seizing opportunities to promote your business [19:17] - Reasons why contractors should attend the Florida workshop [22:23] - Your clients want you to be wildly profitable   Resources: == STRONG LEADER LIVE: Are you joining us in Florida for Strong Leader Live? Early bird pricing ends on Friday. Don't pay more than you need to! Register today: https://thecontractorfight.com/strong   = Mike Michalowicz's Website: https://mikemichalowicz.com/