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In some ways, building the business of your dreams is like building your dream home. It starts with a concept and vision to create a place where everyone can relax, enjoy themselves, and make great memories in a beautiful space they can't wait to return to. But how do you turn your vision and your story into reality? That's where a professional like today's guest comes in to help. Dala Al-Fuwaires is responsible for some of the most iconic spaces you'll see here in Arizona and around the world. She's the founder, CEO, and principal designer of House of Form, an interior design firm in Phoenix that Dala describes as "experience design" that activates all five senses, helping clients become a go-to hospitality space. Their mission revolves around crafting an accessible form of luxury with an intangible vibe that's ethereal and elusive, all achieved through the medium of impeccable interior design.  In our conversation, Dala shares how House of Form has set itself apart from typical design firms and how she helps her clients tell their stories through design. You'll also hear how her clients become clients for life instead of a "one and done" and what she's doing to inspire others, especially women with a passion for entrepreneurship.  In this podcast interview, you'll learn: How a chance encounter with a fortune teller as a child inspired Dala to follow her passion for architecture and design. The unconventional technique Dala uses with new clients to help them design spaces based on intuition and feeling. How Dala uses equity, “reverse reviews,” and team research trips to build a loyal team and company that can grow and scale together. How Dala's experience with the gender pay gap prompted her to take the leap into entrepreneurship in 2015. The activities and competitions Dala hosts to empower innovators in the Valley.  Interview Resources House of Form House of Form on LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram | Spotify | YouTube | Pinterest Dala Al-Fuwaires on LinkedIn | Instagram |Facebook | X/Twitter Pulitzer Amsterdam Clockwork: Design Your Business to Run Itself by Mike Michalowicz Donald Miller StoryBrand Traction: Get a Grip on Your Business by Gino Wickman Unreasonable Hospitality: The Remarkable Power of Giving People More Than They Expect by Will Guidara Profit First: Transform Your Business from a Cash-Eating Monster to a Money-Making Machine by Mike Michalowicz

In this episode, we're joined by Adrian Dorsen, co-founder and CEO of Run Like Clockwork, a company dedicated to helping small business owners create systems that allow them to run their businesses efficiently without being the bottleneck. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the operational side of your business—whether it's creating systems, delegating, or feeling stuck in the day-to-day tasks—this conversation is for you! Adrian shares her journey from the corporate world, where she managed operational efficiency in large manufacturing organizations, to consulting small business owners. Her experience in Lean Six Sigma and operational efficiency paved the way to partnering with Mike Michalowicz, author of Clockwork: Design Your Business to Run Itself. Together, they developed a proven framework to help entrepreneurs get out of the daily grind and build businesses that can function without them.   “Like, if you're not going to be paying more for it, then I would expect you to have some sort of system that you're going to hand off. And everyone has a system for what they do. They've, most of the time, just never documented it or thought about it. They just have it in their head.”   Five Key Takeaways: Small businesses can benefit from corporate-level efficiency systems. Adrian's experience shows that principles used in large manufacturing can be adapted to streamline small businesses. The 4D framework is key to operational success. Focusing on the right areas—delegation, documentation, development, and designing the future—enables owners to step back from the day-to-day. Systematizing your business is essential to scalability. Without systems, growth is limited, and the owner becomes a bottleneck, hindering the business's full potential. Taking a four-week unplugged vacation is a true test of business autonomy. If the business can thrive without the owner for this time, the systems are working as intended. Partnerships can elevate business impact. Adrian's partnership with Mike Michalowicz demonstrates how the right collaboration can exponentially grow your business and bring new value.   Connect with Adrienne: TimeTracker: runlikeclockwork.com/time  The Clockwork System (Course): https://theclockworksystem.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adriennedorison/  Connect with me: Email: jason@goliveonlinemastermind.com Website: https://www.growmyvisibility.com/ Instagram: @coachjasonmeland Facebook: Jason Meland - In Demand Coach LinkedIn: Jason Meland

Send us a textShownotes can be found at https://www.profitwithlaw.com/449.Are you ready to take your law firm to the next level with data-driven strategies and systems?Join Moshe Amsel and Sharon Means, a seasoned fractional integrator, as they explore the importance of core values, the implementation of business scorecards, and the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) for law firm success. Sharon shares her journey, insights on customizing and growing your team, and the crucial role of tracking meaningful metrics. Together, they discuss the significance of hiring the right people aligned with your firm's core values and the practical steps to achieve scalability and operational efficiency.Listen now to discover how these transformative strategies can propel your law firm to new heights!Chapters:[00:00] Introduction to Sharon Means[12:01] Which Operating System is Right for You?[14:33] Exiting the Solo Stage: The Hiring Process[24:19.] The ABC's of Measuring Results[35:14] Creating Your Law Firm's Scorecard[37:14] Setting Your Growth Team's Metrics[44:52] Setting the Client Delivery Metrics[48:58] The Importance of a Meeting Schedule[51:29] Sharon's Parting Piece of AdviceResources mentioned:Take the Law Firm Growth Assessment and find out how you rate as a law firm owner! Check out our Profit with Law YouTube channel!Learn more about the Profit with Law Elite Coaching Program herePodcast Ep 034 - What's Your Hiring ProcessPodcast Ep 144 - From Law School to a 150 Person Firm with Mike MorseTraction: Get a Grip on Your Business by Gino WickmanClockwork, Revised and Expanded: Design Your Business to Run Itself by Mike MichalowiczGet Scalable: The Operating System Your Business Needs To Run and Scale Without You by Ryan DeissCore Values Exercise: https://www.taproot.com/live-your-core-values-exercise-to-increase-your-success/Kolbe: http://kolbe.com/The Double Win podcast with Michael Hyatt and Megan Hyatt-Miller: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-double-win/id1294885433Connect with Sharon Means: Email | LinkedInSharon's Email: sharon.means.cpa@gmail.comJoin our Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lawfirmgrowthsummit/To request a show topic, recommend a guest or ask a question for the show, please send an email to info@dreambuilderfinancial.com

Send us a Text Message.Shownotes can be found at https://www.profitwithlaw.com/445.Are you struggling to find joy and fulfillment in your law firm?Join Moshe Amsel and Jordan Ostroff, author of "Love Your Law Firm: A Roadmap to the Law Firm You Always Wanted," as Jordan shares his insights on creating a business that brings joy and fulfillment while maintaining profitability. Moshe and Jordan dive deep into the importance of work-life balance, efficient time management, and the mindset shift needed to grow a successful law firm.Listen now to uncover strategies for loving your law firm and transforming your practice into a thriving, purposeful business!Chapters:[00:00] Introduction to Jordan Ostroff[06:00] The Motivation Behind “Love Your Law Firm”[11:02] Being Intentional with Your Law Firm[18:49] The Best Use of Your Time[27:02] Time Management and Efficiency[29:36] How to Make Pro Bono Work[33:03] Maximizing Your CalendarResources mentioned:Take the Law Firm Growth Assessment and find out how you rate as a law firm owner! Check out our Profit with Law YouTube channel!Learn more about the Profit with Law Elite Coaching Program hereClockwork, Revised and Expanded: Design Your Business to Run Itself by Mike MichalowiczRocket Fuel: The One Essential Combination That Will Get You More of What You Want from Your Business by Gino WickmanConnect with Jordan Ostroff: Website | Facebook | LinkedIn | TikTok | Instagram | YouTubeLove Your Law Firm: A Roadmap to the Law Firm You Always Wanted by Jordan Ostroff JD Episode 72 - Everybody Needs To Eat Lunch with Jordan OstroffEpisode 275 - The Sales Process You Need to Have with Jordan Ostroff Join our Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lawfirmgrowthsummit/To request a show topic, recommend a guest or ask a question for the show, please send an email to info@dreambuilderfinancial.com.Connect with Moshe on:Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/moshe.amselLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mosheamsel/

Send us a Text Message.Discover how strategic financial growth can revolutionize your business with Cameron Williams, CEO and founder of KynLi Consulting LLC. Cameron shares his inspiring journey from an early fascination with accounting to becoming a powerhouse entrepreneur. Learn how he turned a challenging layoff into an opportunity to help marketing agencies optimize their financial strategies, focusing on growth over cost-cutting. His holistic approach combines bookkeeping, accounting, financial strategy, and tax planning to empower businesses to achieve their financial goals.Experience the transformative power of proper financial management through real-life success stories. Cameron highlights the value of investing in high-quality accounting services with an eye-opening example of a business owner whose reliance on a low-cost bookkeeper nearly derailed a significant deal. Discover how accurate, up-to-date financials and strategic oversight can prevent pitfalls, enhance your business's valuation, and attract investor bids. This chapter underscores the substantial ROI from professional financial oversight and strategic planning.In the final segment, we explore continuous learning and leadership development crucial for sustaining business growth. Cameron offers insights into the importance of industry-specific events, ongoing marketing efforts, and systematizing operations. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned business owner, Cameron's strategies for financial growth and leadership excellence will equip you with the tools to succeed.Books Recommended: Clockwork: Design Your Business to Run Itself by Mike Michalowicz.10x Is Easier Than 2x: How World-Class Entrepreneurs Achieve More by Doing Less by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy.Connect with Cameron Wililams: To connect with Cameron, please reach out via social media or visit his website at kynliconsulting.com.As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.Support the Show.Join Dr. William Attaway on the Catalytic Leadership podcast as he shares transformative insights to help high-performance entrepreneurs and agency owners achieve Clear-Minded Focus, Calm Control, and Confidence. Free 30-Minute Discovery Call:Ready to elevate your business? Book a free 30-minute discovery call with Dr. William Attaway and start your journey to success. Special Offer:Get your FREE copy of Catalytic Leadership: 12 Keys to Becoming an Intentional Leader Who Makes a Difference. Connect with Dr. William Attaway: Website LinkedIn Facebook Instagram TikTok YouTube

Get ready to supercharge your business mindset with a brand-new episode of the Scaling Wellness Podcast!    In this solo deep dive, we're uncovering the game-changing secrets hidden within five powerhouse books. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur hungry for fresh insights or just dipping your toes into the world of business ownership, this episode is your ticket to unlocking next-level growth.   Join us as we explore the wisdom packed into "The E Myth Revisited" by Michael E. Gerber, SYSTEMology: Create Time, Reduce Errors and Scale Your Profits with Proven Business Systems" by David Jenyns, "Clockwork: Design Your Business to Run Itself" by Mike Michalowicz, "Making Money Is Killing Your Business" by Chuck Blakeman, and "Traction: Get a Grip on Your Business" by Gino Wickman. These aren't just books – they're your roadmap to success, guiding you through the twists and turns of entrepreneurship with clarity, purpose, and undeniable results.   If you're ready to revolutionize your approach to business growth, this episode is your golden ticket. Dive deep into the show notes for links to each must-read book and unlock the secrets to working smarter, growing faster, and achieving your wildest business dreams.     But wait, there's more! Don't miss your chance to schedule a 1-on-1 strategy session with us at www.scalingwellness.com/chat.  Learn more at www.scalingwellness.com  Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/scalingwellness   Together, we'll tailor a plan to turbocharge your business journey and propel you toward success!    

Welcome to our breakdown of Chapter 13 of Clockwork, Revised and Expanded: Design Your Business to Run Itself. In this episode, we discuss: Why we encounter pushback How Design can be just as taxing as Doing work Why you need to show up more when building trust  We suggest that you read the chapter and then come listen to this episode covering pages 237-250. If you would like access to our FREE Study and Discussion Guides, and the ability to binge the podcast instead of waiting for weekly episode drops, you can opt into a private feed here → http://www.runlikeclockwork.com/bookclub You can share your reflections with us over on Instagram --> ⁠@rlclockwork⁠ If you don't have your copy of the book yet, you can grab a physical, kindle, or audible version here.⁠

Are you an interior designer looking to get into magazines? Avoid these mistakes in 2024 that could prevent you from magazine placement! Today's guest, Molly Schoneveld, shares lots of tips on design staging, the digital scene for magazines, and best practices for social media to get discovered by publications. Molly Schoneveld began her career in Hollywood working forAcademy Award-winning producer Brian Grazer. She was soon recruited to powerhouse entertainment firm PMK, where she worked with A-list talent. She started her PR firm, in 2008, and soon developed a niche expertise at the intersection of entertainment and lifestyle. Since then, she has worked with design and lifestyle clients across the country, helping to publish their projects, launch their stores, books and product lines. ***

Welcome to our breakdown of Chapter 12 of Clockwork, Revised and Expanded: Design Your Business to Run Itself. In this episode, we discuss our takes on Roberto's story! We suggest that you read the chapter and then come listen to this episode covering pages 227-236. If you would like access to our FREE Study and Discussion Guides, and the ability to binge the podcast instead of waiting for weekly episode drops, you can opt into a private feed here → http://www.runlikeclockwork.com/bookclub You can share your reflections with us over on Instagram --> ⁠@rlclockwork⁠ If you don't have your copy of the book yet, you can grab a physical, kindle, or audible version here.⁠  

Wondering what it's like to be in the room of some of the most badass female founders like Elizabeth Elting, Suneera Madani, Rebecca Minkoff and Alison Wyat?The Female Founders Collective hosted a Build Your Empire Conference in New York City on Female Founder's Day and gathered the most successful founders. Sydney attended this conference and is sharing her 7 biggest takeaways from it with you! Tune in to hear: 06:50 — Key Takeaway #1: Plan for Different Types of Exit Strategies in Your Business07:46— Key Takeaway #2: How Contracts with EVERYONE Can Protect You from Things Going Wrong09:02 — Key Takeaway #3: Unicorn Suneera Madani's #1 Skill for Women CEOs to Master 12:05 — Key Takeaway #4: The importance of fun and experimentation in business14:50 — Key Takeaway #5: How women entrepreneurs can invest in other women entrepreneurs 22:43 — Key Takeaway #6: How to Develop a Great Team26:21 — Key Takeaway #7: Why you need a clearly defined purpose for your businessFemale Founders Collective: Tenth HouseYou Are a Badass at Making Money: Master the Mindset of Wealth by Jen Sincero Clockwork: Design Your Business to Run Itself by Mike Michalowicz

Welcome to our breakdown of Chapter 11 of Clockwork, Revised and Expanded: Design Your Business to Run Itself. In this episode, we discuss: How key metrics help you determine the health of your business What to feature on a high-level dashboard The ACDC bottleneck framework We suggest that you read the chapter and then come listen to this episode covering pages 200-226. If you would like access to our FREE Study and Discussion Guides, and the ability to binge the podcast instead of waiting for weekly episode drops, you can opt into a private feed here → http://www.runlikeclockwork.com/bookclub You can share your reflections with us over on Instagram --> ⁠@rlclockwork⁠ If you don't have your copy of the book yet, you can grab a ⁠physical, kindle, or audible version here.⁠

Welcome to our breakdown of Chapter 10 of Clockwork, Revised and Expanded: Design Your Business to Run Itself. In this episode, we discuss: How key metrics help you determine the health of your business What to feature on a high-level dashboard The ACDC bottleneck framework We suggest that you read the chapter and then come listen to this episode covering pages 172-199. If you would like access to our FREE Study and Discussion Guides, and the ability to binge the podcast instead of waiting for weekly episode drops, you can opt into a private feed here → http://www.runlikeclockwork.com/bookclub You can share your reflections with us over on Instagram --> ⁠@rlclockwork⁠ If you don't have your copy of the book yet, you can grab a ⁠physical, kindle, or audible version here.⁠

Welcome to our breakdown of Chapter 9 of Clockwork, Revised and Expanded: Design Your Business to Run Itself. In this episode, we discuss: How to complete a Job Trait Analysis Hiring for strengths instead of skills Using Clockwork as a retention tool on your team We suggest that you read the chapter and then come listen to this episode covering pages 149-171. If you would like access to our FREE Study and Discussion Guides, and the ability to binge the podcast instead of waiting for weekly episode drops, you can opt into a private feed here → http://www.runlikeclockwork.com/bookclub You can share your reflections with us over on Instagram --> ⁠@rlclockwork⁠ If you don't have your copy of the book yet, you can grab a ⁠physical, kindle, or audible version here.

Are you an interior designer looking to get into magazines? Avoid these mistakes in 2024 that could prevent you from magazine placement! Today's guest, Molly Schoneveld, shares lots of tips on design staging, the digital scene for magazines, and best practices for social media to get discovered by publications. Molly Schoneveld began her career in Hollywood working forAcademy Award-winning producer Brian Grazer. She was soon recruited to powerhouse entertainment firm PMK, where she worked with A-list talent. She started her PR firm, in 2008, and soon developed a niche expertise at the intersection of entertainment and lifestyle. Since then, she has worked with design and lifestyle clients across the country, helping to publish their projects, launch their stores, books and product lines. ***

Welcome to our breakdown of Chapter 8 of Clockwork, Revised and Expanded: Design Your Business to Run Itself. In this episode, we discuss: How to get systems out of your head Why we don't believe in written SOPs The value of continuous improvement We suggest that you read the chapter and then come listen to this episode covering pages 128-148. If you would like access to our FREE Study and Discussion Guides, and the ability to binge the podcast instead of waiting for weekly episode drops, you can opt into a private feed here → http://www.runlikeclockwork.com/bookclub You can share your reflections with us over on Instagram --> ⁠@rlclockwork⁠ If you don't have your copy of the book yet, you can grab a ⁠physical, kindle, or audible version here.⁠

Welcome to our breakdown of Chapter 7 of Clockwork, Revised and Expanded: Design Your Business to Run Itself. In this episode, we discuss: Our top tips and takeaways to avoid the sunk cost fallacy How to complete the 4T exercise Why you really don't want to clone yourself We suggest that you read the chapter and then come listen to this episode covering pages 116-127. If you would like access to our FREE Study and Discussion Guides, and the ability to binge the podcast instead of waiting for weekly episode drops, you can opt into a private feed here → http://www.runlikeclockwork.com/bookclub You can share your reflections with us over on Instagram --> ⁠@rlclockwork⁠ If you don't have your copy of the book yet, you can grab a ⁠physical, kindle, or audible version here.⁠  

Welcome to our breakdown of Chapter 6 of Clockwork, Revised and Expanded: Design Your Business to Run Itself. In this episode, we discuss: Why this is a throttle, not a switch Deciding vs. Delegating The Design Trap We suggest that you read the chapter and then come listen to this episode covering pages 85-115. If you would like access to our FREE Study and Discussion Guides, and the ability to binge the podcast instead of waiting for weekly episode drops, you can opt into a private feed here → http://www.runlikeclockwork.com/bookclub You can share your reflections with us over on Instagram --> ⁠@rlclockwork⁠ If you don't have your copy of the book yet, you can grab a ⁠physical, kindle, or audible version here.⁠

Welcome to our breakdown of Chapter 5 of Clockwork, Revised and Expanded: Design Your Business to Run Itself. In this episode, we discuss: Differences between the QBR and Primary Roles Directly vs. Indirectly serving the QBR Completing the sticky note exercise We suggest that you read the chapter and then come listen to this episode covering pages 71-84 If you would like access to our FREE Study and Discussion Guides, and the ability to binge the podcast instead of waiting for weekly episode drops, you can opt in to a private feed here → http://www.runlikeclockwork.com/bookclub You can share your reflections with us over on Instagram --> ⁠@rlclockwork⁠ If you don't have your copy of the book yet, you can grab a ⁠physical, kindle, or audible version here.⁠

Welcome to our breakdown of Chapter 4 of Clockwork, Revised and Expanded: Design Your Business to Run Itself. In this episode, we discuss: The story behind why it's called the QBR Why we love the Savannah Bananas How the QBR relates to the Big Promise We suggest that you read the chapter and then come listen to this episode covering pages 54-70 If you would like access to our FREE Study and Discussion Guides, and the ability to binge the podcast instead of waiting for weekly episode drops, you can opt into a private feed here → http://www.runlikeclockwork.com/bookclub You can share your reflections with us over on Instagram --> ⁠@rlclockwork⁠ If you don't have your copy of the book yet, you can grab a ⁠physical, kindle, or audible version here.

Welcome to our breakdown of Chapter 3 of Clockwork, Revised and Expanded: Design Your Business to Run Itself. In this episode, we discuss: Why you need to protect your reputation above all. Declaring your Big BANG How to find your Big Promise We suggest that you read the chapter and then come listen to this episode covering pages 41-53 If you would like access to our FREE Study and Discussion Guides, and the ability to binge the podcast instead of waiting for weekly episode drops, you can opt in to a private feed here → http://www.runlikeclockwork.com/bookclub You can share your reflections with us over on Instagram --> ⁠@rlclockwork⁠ If you don't have your copy of the book yet, you can grab a ⁠physical, kindle, or audible version here.

Welcome to our breakdown of Chapter 2 of Clockwork, Revised and Expanded: Design Your Business to Run Itself. In this episode, we discuss: How to do less to achieve more The value in narrowing your niche. Completing the Crush/Cringe Analysis We suggest that you read the chapter and then come listen to this episode covering pages 25-40. If you would like access to our FREE Study and Discussion Guides, and the ability to binge the podcast instead of waiting for weekly episode drops, you can opt in to a private feed here → http://www.runlikeclockwork.com/bookclub You can share your reflections with us over on Instagram --> ⁠@rlclockwork⁠ If you don't have your copy of the book yet, you can grab a ⁠physical, kindle, or audible version here.⁠  

Welcome to our breakdown of the Introduction and Chapter 1 of Clockwork, Revised and Expanded: Design Your Business to Run Itself. In this episode, we discuss: Your #1 job as an entrepreneur Productivity vs. efficiency Growing vs. scaling We suggest that you read the chapter and then come listen to this episode covering pages xvii - 24. If you would like access to our FREE Study and Discussion Guides, and the ability to binge the podcast instead of waiting for weekly episode drops, you can opt in to a private feed here → http://www.runlikeclockwork.com/bookclub You can share your reflections with us over on Instagram --> ⁠@rlclockwork⁠ If you don't have your copy of the book yet, you can grab a ⁠physical, kindle, or audible version here.⁠  

Small and medium-sized business owners, are you tired of the chaos and stress that comes with running your business? In this episode, Kerry-Ann Powell, a global business strategist, reveals the key to running a business smoothly without chaos. But just when you think you've found the answer, a shocking twist leaves you wondering - can you really overcome the chaos or are you doomed to be trapped in the never-ending cycle of stress? Stay tuned to find out. The key moments in this episode are: 00:00:00 - Introduction,  00:02:18 - Kerry-Anns Story,  00:06:48 - Identifying Chaos,  00:10:49 - Delegation and Systems,  00:13:45 - The Role of Strategy,  00:15:01 - Running Your Company as is,  00:16:55 - The Importance of Leadership,  00:18:30 - Dealing with Conflict and Toxicity,  00:23:01 - Recognizing and Addressing Poor Behavior,  00:28:48 - The Importance of Openness to New Ideas,  00:30:02 - Creating an Ecosystem of Gifts,  00:30:52 - People Want to Work for Inspired Leaders,  00:31:38 - Identifying and Fixing Business Chaos,  00:32:18 - Connecting and Exchanging Ideas If you found the information presented in this episode helpful, you may also enjoy listening to: Design Your Business to Run Itself with Mike Michalowicz https://youtu.be/OOJb-OEQW4U Links: https://www.kerryannspeaks.com/  LinkedIn URL  https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerry-ann-powell/  Twitter URL  https://twitter.com/KerryAnnPowell  FB URL  https://www.facebook.com/kerryanntpowell/  Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/kerryanntpowell/?hl=en  Youtube  https://www.youtube.com/@kerryanntpowell Offer: I know that sometimes, running a business can feel like trying to manage a chaotic tornado.  This FREE e-book gift is for small and medium-sized business owners who want to scale and grow without drama.  https://www.nobusinesschaos.com/?r_done=1   Bio: Kerry-Ann is a global business strategist, speaker, and champion of small and medium-sized businesses. Kerry-Ann's varied experience of over 20 years as a Washington, DC attorney, lobbyist, and fundraiser positions her as an authority on what it takes to strategically succeed while confronting difficult obstacles. After raising $120 million to build the Martin Luther King Jr. memorial she launched her strategic business and consulting firm, Trafalgar Strategies.  She and her team advise business owners from various industries and countries on creating strategies, systems, and mindsets to thrive in business and in life.  Over the years, Kerry-Ann's expertise and speaking have been sought after by international brands, organizations, and institutions, such as Working Women's Magazine, Dallas Leadership Foundation, CIEE, Association of Fundraising Professionals, Mogul and Philanthropist Russell Simmons' Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation and more.  Kerry-Ann is committed to spreading the gospel that running a small and medium-sized business is vital and important to our economies, yet it doesn't have to feel like trying to manage a chaotic tornado. And business owners can run their businesses smoothly and feel confident that they will thrive.  When not speaking, running her business, and working with her clients, Kerry-Ann can be found traveling,BHB2024Support the show

In the enlightening podcast episode featuring Mike Michalowicz, a renowned entrepreneur and author, the focus centers on unraveling the secrets to building successful teams within the context of a business environment. Drawing from his extensive expertise, Michalowicz shares valuable insights and practical strategies for creating cohesive and high-performing teams. Throughout the episode, he places significant emphasis on the pivotal role of effective leadership in shaping a thriving team culture, and aligning team members' strengths with the overarching goals of the organization. The conversation delves into Mike Michalowicz's profound understanding of team dynamics and leadership, providing valuable takeaways for listeners seeking to enhance their team-building skills. Michalowicz underscores the importance of empowering leaders who can inspire and motivate their team members to perform at their best. By fostering an environment of open communication and innovation, Michalowicz demonstrates how businesses can unleash the full potential of their teams. He also introduces his concept of "Clockwork Teams," derived from his acclaimed book "Clockwork: Design Your Business to Run Itself." This framework optimizes team productivity and efficiency, allowing businesses to function smoothly and sustainably. In summary, the podcast offers a wealth of wisdom and actionable insights for anyone seeking to unlock the true potential of successful teams and drive lasting success in their organizations. Website: https://mikemichalowicz.com/

Money can be a difficult topic for some when evaluating their business, but don't worry - today's guest, Danielle Hendon, runs a firm offering financial advisory services to small business owners and is here to share some tips on avoiding 3 financial red flags. Danielle Hendon is the founder and owner of 4 Corners CFO, a firm offering financial advisory services to small business owners on a scale that fits their company and budget. Coupling her decade of experience in corporate finance and accounting with her passion for people, Danielle brings the benefit of “big business” financial analysis to entrepreneurs. Danielle helps business owners increase their personal livelihoods so they can leave a legacy and lasting impact on their community. ***

Joining us today is Shayna Rose of Shayna Rose Interiors and 4DBiz. Shayna turned a tragic event into a new business model that changes how interior designers run their business. Listen in as we discuss the hallmarks of overwhelm and how to get the help you need to run your business and reclaim your time.     Topics Mentioned: Delegation  Fractional Support  Accidental Business Owner  Systems   Key Thoughts: I always like to say my success has failed upwards. Everything has been created around a failure and it's the best thing you can go through when you hit that problem, whether it's working with a client, whether it's integrating an E-commerce, whether it's trying to build new avenues of business, or a team, you have to learn some way. Shayna Rose (11:37) Because the payoff is the only way to reclaim time. This delegation is super important because that's how we reclaim our time to do what we can do best. Michele (29:26) What's your retirement plan? Hopefully, it's the sale of that business. Hopefully, you have operations outlined, a system of procedures outlined, how you're obtaining clients, and how you're controlling those clients. Shayna Rose (36:01) We can be our worst enemy and we're the ones that get in our own way. I want to encourage you to recognize that and ask for help. It doesn't have to be that way. Michele (45:04) Contact Michele: Email: Team@ScarletThreadConsulting.com Facebook: Scarlet Thread Consulting Instagram: @ScarletThreadATL Website: ScarletThreadConsulting.com LinkedIn: Michele Williams Contact Shayna: Email: shayna@4dbiz.com Facebook: 4Dbiz Website: 4Dbiz.com LinkedIn: 4Dbiz YouTube: @4dbiz761 References and Resources: Work with Me Metrique Solutions Scarlet Thread Consulting Profit First by Mike Michalowicz Clockwork: Design Your Business to Run Itself by Mike Michalowicz Toilet Paper Entrepreneur by Mike Michalowicz The E-Myth Revisited: Why Most Small Businesses Don't Work and What to Do About It by Michael E Gerber Failing Forward: Turning Mistakes into Stepping Stones for Success by John C. Maxwell

231: Q & A with Michele Today I have with me Kelcee Sparks, who is with Elite Ops Support. She has a team of people that support designers and other industries with operational support, VA support, and she also provides operations support for me personally. She's going to ask me some questions today so that we can share a little bit more information on some of the questions that you all have been sending in and have asked. Enjoy the podcast.     If people want to send in business questions please continue to send them in, we'll answer them. The majority of the podcasts that we are putting out are because people have asked questions and either we answer them in my solo podcast, or we go find somebody who can talk about it. If there are topics and ideas that people want to share, I'd love to hear them.   Topics Mentioned: Build a solid foundation   Allow for growth  Work on being centered not balanced  Ask for help  Key Thoughts: Know your own why, know your own values, and give yourself space to evolve and grow in your life and your business.  Michele 15:10    We can do it all, I just don't think we can do it all at once or without help. Michele 18:53    I'm all about delegating, and not dumping, but how can I push the work to a different level in my company where it can be done well and support the brand. It doesn't always have to be the owner. Michele 25:57   Know who you are, know what you want to do, know where your deal breakers are, know what you won't do, and then just build a business that you love, and then get help doing it. Michele 36:12    Contact Michele: Email: Team@ScarletThreadConsulting.com Facebook: Scarlet Thread Consulting Instagram: @ScarletThreadATL Website: ScarletThreadConsulting.com LinkedIn: Michele Williams   References and Resources: Work with Me Metrique Solutions Scarlet Thread Consulting Clockwork: Design Your Business to Run Itself by Mike Michalowicz Who's In Your Room by Misner, Emery and Sapio

The average American worker gets 11 days of paid vacation per year. Among those with unlimited paid time off (PTO), the average person takes 19 days off per year, yet 48% of Americans say they still check their work email while away. What about business owners? Although it seems like we have more free time, the reality is that life as a business owner can be a 24/7 unceasing, all-consuming task. Even if you're not at the computer, your passing thoughts probably drift toward what you need to do, projects to tackle, revenue gaps to make up for. Today's guest, DJ DiDonna, is an advocate for taking more abundant time off—ideally measured in months, not days or weeks. By DJ's definition, sabbaticals should go beyond recovering from burnout; instead offering extended time to learn more about yourself in unstructured, even “unproductive” ways. More About DJ: DJ DiDonna is a Senior Lecturer in the Entrepreneurial Management Unit at Harvard Business School, where he teaches the required first-year course: The Entrepreneurial Manager. In 2019, he founded The Sabbatical Project to define, explore, and research sabbaticals. He is currently working on a book based on this research, called Time Off Well Spent: A Sabbatical Manifesto.

Amy Wees is the CEO of Amazing At Home, an e-commerce consulting company that has helped over 1000 brands launch private label products on several commerce channels, including Amazon. Amy's wealth of knowledge and experience in product development and sales and marketing has enabled her to advise upcoming entrepreneurs to develop their own successful businesses. Amy is an entrepreneur, consultant, and business coach who also shares e-commerce tips and tricks on her podcast The Seller Roundtable. In this episode… It's been said that if you discover what you're most passionate about and turn it into a career, you'll never work a day in your life. Amy Wees discovered her passion while serving in the United States Air Force. What first started as a hobby quickly turned into a full-time gig once she realized she was not only talented at consulting, but it was also lucrative.  Amy's journey, however, is no different from other inexperienced entrepreneurs. She became an expert in learning from her own mistakes, and as a consultant, she can help you avoid those same mistakes. But her consulting company doesn't just address avoidable mistakes. Amy knows how to make money, as well as how to be smart with money.  In this episode of the eComm Breakthrough Podcast, host Josh Hadley sits with the CEO of Amazing At Home, Amy Wees, to discuss her consulting business and all things e-commerce. Amy shares strategic selling tips, entrepreneurial obstacles to avoid, and how to diversify your manufacturing and supply chains. Resources mentioned in this episode: Josh Hadley on LinkedIn eComm Breakthrough Consulting eComm Breakthrough Podcast Email Josh: Josh@eCommBreakthrough.com Hadley Designs Hadley Designs on Amazon Amy Wees on LinkedIn Amazing At Home The Seller Roundtable Amazing At Home on Instagram and Facebook Special Mention(s): Kevin King  Steven Pope on LinkedIn Howard Thai on LinkedIn Tyler Jefcoat on LinkedIn Danny McMillan on LinkedIn Rich Dad Poor Dad: What the Rich Teach Their Kids About Money That the Poor and Middle Class Do Not! by Robert T. Kiyosaki The E-myth Revisited: Why Most Small Businesses Don't Work and What to Do About It by Michael E. Gerber Clockwork, Revised and Expanded: Design Your Business to Run Itself by Gino Wickman ChatGPT Related Episode(s): “Kevin King's Wicked-Smart Tips for Building an Audience of Raving Fans” “Four Critical Pillars for Amazon Listing Optimization” “Mastermind Level Strategies From a Former Top 50 Amazon Seller With Howard Thai” The Three Financial Metrics That Will Predict Your Business's Future with Tyler Jefcoat

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

Today With Shauna Lynn Simon: Welcome to Window Treatments for Profit. We have my good friend Shauna Lynn Simon with us today. She is an award-winning home staging industry expert and business strategist, and she's also one of the co-authors of my second book, A Well-Designed Business, The Power Talk Friday Experts.  Shauna Lynn is seriously committed to helping aspiring entrepreneurs achieve success in their businesses. She is dedicated to creating educational content that builds successful relationships between like-minded professionals. Today she'll tell us about how to build a business that can run without you. More About Shauna Lynn Simon: Shauna Lynn Simon is an award-winning industry influencer, business strategist and author, fiercely committed to guiding aspiring entrepreneurs to achieve success in all facets of their business. Dedicated to creating educational content that builds successful relationships among like-minded business professionals, Shauna Lynn partners with CEOs, executives and solo-preneurs to grow their personal and professional brands, one-to-one, providing real-world insights and actionable tips for building the business of their dreams. Founder and Lead Instructor for SLS Academy, and CEO of Shauna Lynn Coaching, Shauna Lynn is an expert in business, motivation, empowerment, and branding, drawing on her first-hand experience in running a successful home staging, design, and renovation business with her background from her previous analyst career. This honest, passionate, “glass half-full”, out-of-the-box designer has been delighting audiences at live events across North America, television appearances, webinars, podcasts, and more. Connect with Shauna Lynn Simon About Shauna Lynn! SLS Academy Shauna Lynn Coaching Instagram 30-minute coaching call for free! What's new with LuAnn Nigara luannuniversity.com http://www.luannnigara.com/cob Get The Goodies! For checklists, resources, and extra goodies from A Well-Designed Business sign up for free here. To Get on LuAnn's Email List, text the word designbiz to 444999! Purchase LuAnn's Books Here: Book 1: The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action Audiobook: The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action Book 2: A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts Pre-Order Book 3: A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts Volume 2 Connect with LuAnn Nigara LuAnn's Website LuAnn's Blog Power Talk Friday Like Us: Facebook | Tweet Us: Twitter | Follow Us: Instagram | Listen Here: Podcast Other Shows Mentioned: #499: Power Talk Friday: Shauna Lynn Simon: Passion, Purpose, and Pink Hair – The Secret to My Success #102: Power Talk Friday- Shauna Lynn Simon- Part 2- How to Host A Successful Consumer Event For Your Community #84: Shauna Lynn Simon- How to Host a Successful Interior Design Consumer Event in Your Community #76: Shauna Lynn Simon- Home Staging is not Interior Design and Here's Why Other Resources Mentioned: Clockwork: Design Your Business to Run Itself by Mike Michalowicz Clockwork Bootcamp Trello Kolbe Assesment The Predictive Index WCAA

If you're a petpreneur who feels like you can't take a week off from your business, let alone THREE months, then this episode will truly show you what's possible.    Our CEO of Pet Boss Nation®, Candace, is officially on maternity leave, but having the ability to step away from the business didn't happen overnight.    She and the team have been working to prepare the business for her leave for four months!     Along the way, Candace realized that the steps she took to prepare could be applied to any pet business… and not just for a maternity leave.   By following the steps she shares in this episode, you could:   

Today we hit a very proud milestone for the podcast. We are at episode 400.We are grateful for all gym owners who tune in twice a week to listen to Tim and Randy as they help you win this fitness business game. Thank you for all the feedback, reviews, and social media posts. We appreciate you.To celebrate this milestone, we polled members in the Business Talk with Fitness Professionals Facebook Group to what they wanted to hear us talk about on this episode.Most of you said they wanted to hear us talk about how a gym owner can remove themselves from the day-to-day operations of the gym.If we use the Cash flow quadrant, most gym owners want to get from the self-employed quadrant to the business owner quadrant.Tim and Randy share some tips on how you can become a business owner and get to do more with your time.Tune in.Key Takeaways- The Cash Flow Quadrant (02:09)- Self-employed vs. business owner (06:13)- The role of an entrepreneur (14:07)- SOP, processes, and systems in a business (16:13)- Eliminate, delegate, automate (19:59)- Success is disguised as hard work (27:37)Additional Resources- Clockwork: Design Your Business to Run Itself by Mike Michalowicz- Rich Dad's CASHFLOW Quadrant: Rich Dad's Guide to Financial Freedom------- Learn more about our Business Accelerator Coaching Program for Gym Owners  - Grab your tickets for the 2023 FitPro Growth Summit  - Learn more about The Iron Circle - Business Talk with Fitness Professionals Facebook group ---If you haven't already, please rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts!

There's a lot of pundits who say that entrepreneurship is about the hustle and grind. We're supposed to work harder and harder and sacrifice our lives for the sake of the business.But Mike Michalowicz argues that entrepreneurship is not about doing the job. It's about creating jobs.So, how do you remove yourself from the day-to-day operation of your business? Can you get to a point where your syndication firm runs itself?Mike Michalowicz is a well-known keynote speaker and bestselling author on a mission to eradicate entrepreneurial poverty.Mike has built four multimillion-dollar companies and exited two. But he has also launched ten failed businesses and lost his fortune twice.And it is those struggles that inspired Mike to serve other entrepreneurs through books like Profit First: Transform Your Business from a Cash-Eating Monster to a Money-Making Machine and Clockwork: Design Your Business to Run Itself.On this episode of Financial Freedom with Real Estate Investing, Mike joins Garrett and me to discuss the premise of Profit First, describing how to prioritize profit by treating it like a business expense.Mike challenges us to overcome superhero syndrome and take on the role of supervisionary in our business, building a team to handle the day-to-day while we think strategically about growing the company.Listen in for Mike's surprising advice on planning a four-week vacation that forces you to put systems in place and empower your people to run the business without you!For full episode show notes visit: https://themichaelblank.com/podcasts/session349/

Every business owner who needs to take their life back needs a business that allows them to spend less energy, resources, and money. A business that runs like clockwork gives you freedom and time to focus on your people first. That's why it's worth thinking about the steps you can take to have a business that runs like clockwork. Today's guest is Mike Michalowicz, founder of multiple multi-million dollar businesses and a best-selling author of Clockwork: Design Your Business to Run Itself. The book explains how entrepreneurs can grow their enterprises without sacrificing their sanity. In this episode, Mike talks about having a business that runs like clockwork, systems and productivity. He also talks about the role the queen bee has in your business. Listen in for game-changing concepts that may change the way you run your business.   Get the show notes for Having a Business that Runs Like Clockwork with Mike Michalowicz Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring #MikeMichalowicz with your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttMikeMichalowicz   #ABusinessthatRunsLikeClockwork #GeneHammettPodcast #GHepisode943 #ProfitFirst #Clockwork #ThePumpkinPlan #FixThisNext Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Mike Michalowicz (mi-'kal-ō-wits) is the guest on this episode. Mike is the author of the Revised and Expanded, Clockwork: Design Your Business to Run Itself.Clockwork is the perfect resource for entrepreneurs who want to learn how to build a profitable business that doesn't require their constant presence. In this episode, you will learn: 1. How to find and maintain your business' QBR. 2. The importance of knowing what makes your business unique. 3. How to get your business to run without your constant presence.-----Join The Wedding Pro CEO Podcast Community on Facebook!  A free group to take the conversation past the podcast and share best practices, get quick tips you can implement today and be part of a like minded group of CEOs who are building the profitable business they've always dreamed of! For full show notes and guest links click HERE! Please share your biggest takeaway and REVIEW THE PODCAST HERE!  Follow me online!!Brandeegaar.com Instagram Facebook -----#FemaleEntrepreneur #weddingproceo #weddingprocoachSupport the show

Would you like to take a vacation and leave your laptop at home? Take an actual unplugged maternity / paternity leave without your business crumbling? Be able to take extended time off? Perhaps even be able to sell your business one day? Here are the two primary things you need to be able to identify in order to make it happen.Quick overview of what we cover: Your business's core function and core driver, what they mean, and how to identify themWhat my business's core function and core driver are, and how I use them in my businessThinking of your business like a car and how you can set yourself up to let someone else drive – or have a self-driving vehicleRESOURCES: Click here to join Adriane's Scalable Foundations MembershipClick here to get on the waitlist for Sustainable Growth LabClick here to work with Adriane and the Soulpreneur AgencyAdriane's book recommendation: Clockwork: Design Your Business to Run Itself by Mike Michalowicz*Adriane's book recommendation: Built to Sell: Creating a Business That Can Thrive Without You by John Warrillow**This is an affiliate link, which means that if you purchase this item, I may make a small commission at no additional cost to you (and thank you for this support!)LET'S CONNECT: Follow Soulpreneur: @soulpreneur_coFollow Sustainable Scaling: @sustainablescaling Follow Adriane @adrianegaleaVisit the website: soulpreneur.co- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Loved this episode? If you leave a review or share it with your friends on social, my team will send you a copy of one of our favourite business resources! Take a screenshot and email it over to us at support@soulpreneur.co or DM it to @sustainablescalingThis episode was first published at sustainablescaling.co/004

You don't want to look back at your life and feel like you missed opportunities to get the most out of life.    Whatever it is, these are the things that matter. Leisure matters. Family time Matters. Time with friends matter. Travel matters. What are the things that matter to you? If we aren't intentional about our time and protect the things that matter, it's too easy to look up and be like, oh my god, I haven't had a proper vacation in 3 years.    In this episode we answer questions like… How to prepare your business so that you CAN take the time off that you want How to set expectations with your clients about time away and how that will be handled. How to plan quarterly, monthly and weekly to set your business up for success while allowing you time away. Here's a glance at this episode… [06:17] I share how to communicate well with clients regarding your company holidays and time away.  [11:00] I share a little bit about how to do your quarterly review and plan for time away - when you want to take off, how long it may be and commit to a plan. I share how I am able to get clients to certain steps to allow for breaks or vacations for myself and my team. [14:20] Time efficiency is KEY! I share how I manage business tasks on a monthly basis and how I use a calendar review to maintain efficiency. [15:50] I share my weekly start up and shut down routines to help create boundaries around my week and/or day.  [18:30] I talk about task batching and how to maximize your workflow for efficiency and effectiveness. I also share about automating the parts of your business that you can. Resources mentioned in this episode: 

In this week's episode of the SIMPLE brand podcast, I talk with Mike Michalowicz, author of Clockwork: Design Your Business to Run Itself!Mike was on the show back in episode 45 where we discussed how to differentiate your brand so you can grab and keep your customer's attention.But in this episode, we're talking about lessons to help you simplify your business in a way that can make the most impact.Mike's a keynote speaker, a best-selling author, a former Wall Street Journal columnist, and a business makeover specialist for MSNBC. Simon Sinek calls him “the top contender for the patron saint of entrepreneurs.”Mike and I discuss his simple, counterintuitive approach to creating efficiency that frees you up to pay attention to the things that matter - in life and in your work. So regardless if you're leading a team of one, a team of one thousand, or somewhere in between, you need to have an organization that gets things done while you do what only you should do - the strategic, needle-moving, drive-the-business-forward type of work. And that's just what you'll learn from Mike's lessons from Clockwork.Some of the topics we discuss include:The right way to delegate so that you're truly freed up for the work you need to doThe importance of defining and focusing on one core function in your businessThe “superhero syndrome” and why it's so important to be able to remove yourself from the business for the sake of your teamWhy a 4-week vacation is actually valuable to your business and teamWhy the method of “capturing” your team's processes is more valuable than SOPsThe 5 dimensions of your team's workRESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE:Mike's siteMike's book - Clockwork: Design Your Business to Run Itself 

The revised and expanded edition of Clockwork is out today! Clockworking is an iterative process, and after years of working with our clients and learning the best ways to implement these systems, it became apparent that the content in the book needed to be updated to reflect the most efficient ways to Clockwork.  This has been a long time in the making for us, and we are thrilled that old and new readers alike will get to experience the true transformations that are possible In this episode Adrienne and Mike go deep on:  Why the  revised and expanded edition has over 60% new content Why each and every chapter of the new book has a clear way to engage your teams What the process is like writing a revised edition of a book, and what you can expect whether you've read the first book or not (because this is a completely different book!)   Remember, clockworking is not about extracting you from the business so the business doesn't need you. It's allowing you to find where you fit within the business, so you can design it to run itself.  But you need to take the first step.  You can grab Clockwork Revised and Expanded: Design your Business to Run Itself here, or wherever books are sold.

In This Episode:    If you're an entrepreneur who's ever hit “rock bottom” (or think you could be headed there), this conversation with Mike Michalowicz is for you. Entrepreneurship can be a roller coaster—but Mike is an expert at using the lessons he's learned along the way to serve business leaders who might be on a similar journey.    Mike is the entrepreneur behind three multi-million dollar companies and is the author of Profit First, Clockwork, The Pumpkin Plan, Fix This Next, and one of his newest books, Get Different. He's also a former small business columnist for The Wall Street Journal and regularly travels the globe as an entrepreneurial advocate.    Tune into the full episode to hear more about Mike's personal journey (from bankruptcy to bestselling author), what some top mistakes that he sees entrepreneurs making in their own businesses, and Mike's personal and professional strategies for measuring success.    Here's a Glimpse of What You'll Learn:   What “entrepreneurial poverty” means Why it's important for entrepreneurs to keep a “profit first” mentality and not necessarily “reinvest” profits back into the business  Which of Mike's books he had the best time writing  Which of Mike's books he thinks has had the biggest impact on the world How Mike measures success as a business owner, as an author, and in his personal life More about Mike's “rock bottom” and how he uses the lessons from that experience to help serve entrepreneurs now The type of brain science Mike has been studying recently (beyond the behavioral psychology he integrates into his books)   Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Mikemotorbike.com  Fix This Next: Make the Vital Change That Will Level Up Your Business by Mike Michalowicz Profit First: Transform Your Business from a Cash-Eating Monster to a Money-Making Machine by Mike Michalowicz Clockwork: Design Your Business to Run Itself by Mike Michalowicz The Pumpkin Plan: A Simple Strategy to Grow a Remarkable Business in Any Field by Mike Michalowicz Get Different: Marketing That Can't Be Ignored! by Mike Michalowicz 40 Strategy Contact 40 Strategy Carl J. Cox on LinkedIn

Sid and Keith talk trials and tribulations in the lawn and landscaping industry from the perspective of owning a large scale business during one of the busiest and strangest years many business owners have ever faced. From freak freezes making foliage scarce to sparse employees looking for work, Sid discusses how his team has made it through with extreme accountability, lead metrics, and of course Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Sexton Lawn & Landscape Accountability: The Key to Driving a High-Performance Culture by Greg Bustin Lone Survivor by Marcus Latrell Interview with Janilison Bie Young Professionals Summit Pannel Clockwork: Design Your Business to Run Itself by Mike Michalowicz HOW CAN I SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Tell Your Friends & Share Online!

Episode 83: My Favourite Business Books Part 2It's been a year since I put out my first list of my top 10 favourite business books. But since then, I've done a lot more learning and growing. My new favourite way to learn is by listening to audiobooks and I have discovered some great ones since that first episode came out 12 months ago. I believe that reading is food for the soul, and I do hope that you're able to explore one of these books during your downtime...This time around I group these 10 books into a few different "themes" such as business culture, inspiration, marketing, finance… there is truly something for everyone here. If you're looking for your next great business read, then this episode is for you. Links mentioned in this episode:The Business of Thinking Big PodcastEpisode #28: My Top 10 Favourite Business Books Part 1https://www.liannekim.com/blog/28How to be an Inclusive Leader by Jennifer Brown https://www.amazon.ca/How-Be-Inclusive-Leader-Belonging/dp/1523085177/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1591271897&sr=8-1White Fragility by Robin DiAngelo https://www.amazon.ca/White-Fragility-People-About-Racism/dp/0807047414/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1591271969&sr=1-1Powerful: Building a Culture of Freedom and Responsibility by Patty McCord https://www.amazon.ca/Powerful-Building-Culture-Freedom-Responsibility/dp/1939714095/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1591272042&sr=1-1Good to Great by Jim Collins https://www.amazon.ca/Good-Great-Some-Companies-Others/dp/0066620996/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1591272131&sr=1-1Clockwork: Design Your Business to Run Itself by Mike Michalowicz https://www.amazon.ca/Clockwork-Design-Your-Business-Itself/dp/0525534016/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1591272191&sr=1-1Everything is Figureoutable by Mario Forleo https://www.amazon.ca/Everything-Is-Figureoutable/dp/0593086309/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1591272269&sr=1-1Your Best Year Ever by Michael Hyatt https://www.amazon.ca/Your-Best-Year-Ever-Itpe/dp/0801075890/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1591272298&sr=1-1Superfans by Pat Flynn https://www.amazon.ca/Superfans-Stand-Tribe-Successful-Business/dp/1949709469/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1591272356&sr=1-1Profit First by Mike Michalowicz https://www.amazon.ca/Profit-First-Transform-Cash-Eating-Money-Making/dp/073521414X/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1592851274&sr=1-1 Mindset by Dr. Carol Dweck https://www.amazon.ca/Mindset-Updated-Changing-Fulfil-Potential/dp/147213995X/ref=sr_1_2?crid=25R6OEB1AT670&dchild=1&keywords=mindset+by+carol+dweck&qid=1591272494&s=books&sprefix=mindset%2Cstripbooks%2C158&sr=1-2Do Less by Kate Northrup https://www.amazon.ca/Do-Less-Revolutionary-Approach-Management/dp/1401955010/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1591272536&sr=1-1Connect with Lianne on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/liannekimcoach/

SBC017 - Building a Business to Run Itself with Mike Michalowicz Mike Michalowicz is a small business wizard and author of five business-strategy books, including Clockwork: Design Your Business to Run Itself and The Toilet Paper Entrepreneur: The Tell-It-Like-It-Is Guide to Cleaning Up in Business Even if You're at the End of Your Roll. Mike is the co-founder and CEO of Profit First Professionals, a membership organization that guides businesses to higher and more consistent levels of profitability. He graduated from Virginia Tech with degrees in Finance and Management Science and is a former columnist for the Wall Street Journal. Mike joins me today to share his philosophy on how entrepreneurs should prioritize the profit in their business. He explains how to create a profit first strategy and why you should get into the habit of rewarding yourself with profit rather than reinvesting in your business. He dives into the three central issues that make owning and managing a small business a struggle for many entrepreneurs and strategies to recognise and avoid them. Mike also shares the models which help you build a business that is not solely dependent on you. “We must move to a visionary, a strategic, tactical type of role. We should not be the doer anymore” - Mike Michalowitz This week on the SmallBizChat Podcast: Connect with Mike Michalowitz: ● Profit First: Transform Your Business from a Cash-Eating Monster to a Money-Making Machine book● Surge: Time the Marketplace, Ride the Wave of Consumer Demand, and Become Your Industry's Big Kahuna book● The Pumpkin Plan: A Simple Strategy to Grow a Remarkable Business in Any Field book Enter for Your Chance to WIN! Do you love winning amazing prices? In celebration of launching the SmallBizChat Podcast, for the next 30 days, I'm giving away some amazing prizes! Enter for your chance to win! To enter: Each week, one lucky winner will win one of the following prizes: What are you waiting for? Enter for your chance to win today! Fix Your Business! Are you ready to run your business with intention? Ready to create a business that allows you to live your dream life and take those dream vacations you deserve? Then you need a copy of my latest book: Fix Your Business: A 90-Day Plan to Get Back Your Life and Remove Chaos From Your Business. Fix Your Business gives you concrete advice on the problem areas many small business owners face as well as the step-by-step process to find solutions so you can live the life of your dreams. It's time to take back control of your business and change how your business is run. Order your copy of Fix Your Business and design your business - and life - with intention. Let's End Small Business Failure - Together! Thanks for tuning into this week's episode of the SmallBizChat Podcast - the show on a mission to improve small business success. If you enjoyed this episode, head over to Apple Podcasts, subscribe to the show, and leave us a rating and review. Help us spread the word and end small business failure by sharing your favorite episodes with your friends and colleagues on social media. Visit our website or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, or YouTube for more great content, tips, and strategies to improve your small business. SmallBizChat Podcast is produced by Auxbus. You can create your own great podcast - faster and easier - at Auxbus.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of the Lean Law Firm Podcast, Larry Port and Dave Maxfield geek out over two entrepreneurial books by Mike Michalowicz: Clockwork: Design Your Business to Run Itself, and Profit First: Transform Your Business from a Cash-Eating Monster to a Money-Making Machine. Listen as our hosts talk about the Lean concepts found in Read more about Ep 43- The Genius of Mike Michalowicz[…]

For more FREE Wealthy Contractor resources go to www.TheWealthyContractor.com. Today's episode features a return guest, Mike Michalowicz. By his 35th birthday, Mike had founded and sold two multi-million-dollar companies. Confident that he had the formula to success, he became an angel investor…and proceeded to lose his entire fortune. So, he started all over again, driven to find better ways to grow healthy, strong companies. Today we're discussing his latest book, Clockwork: Design Your Business to Run Itself. He created the Clockwork system to immediately and permanently bring efficiency to organizations and businesses like yours so that you can finally work less and make more while freeing yourself from entrepreneurial poverty. Mike admittedly writes books to fix his own problems, so you know he's speaking from experience. If you haven't read his books, it's time you did. You'll understand why after listening to this episode.

Adrienne Dorison is the co-owner of Run Like Clockwork, a company designed to help entrepreneurs improve their small business operations and efficiency while increasing profits. Through their workshops, coaching, and consulting services, they help small business owners work efficiently, remove bottlenecks, and build their businesses to - you guessed it - run like clockwork.  She is a certified LEAN Six Sigma consultant, SCRUM expert trainer, and has extensive experience in operational efficiency. She has worked with countless business owners - including micro-businesses and Fortune 500 companies - to streamline their systems, simplify their processes, and create strategic growth while cutting costs, saving time, and expanding their profit margins.   Adrienne joins me today to explain her role at Run Like Clockwork and her partnership with Mike Michalowicz. She shares how she achieved $120,000 in revenue from a small 20-person workshop and dives deep into the P&L's to share the overall monthly expenses her company accrued to host it. She also shares the marketing strategies they used to attract new leads, why they decided to limit the number of company attendees for each workshop as well as valuable insight on how to train team members to feel comfortable and confident in making decisions for your customers on your company's behalf.     “Your team members are going to make mistakes because they are human. That's usually how they are going to learn. If they have a safe space to do that, they are going to be more autonomous - which is exactly what we want.” - Adrienne Dorison     This Week on the Get Paid Podcast:   How Adrienne got started working with Run Like Clockwork. How Run Like Clockwork helps small business owners improve efficiency with their teams, processes, and operational systems. What it means to be the bottleneck of your business and how it impacts your growth. How to identify the bottlenecks in your course creation and marketing process. How to identify if creating an online course is the right decision for your business. The Lean Six Sigma tools and framework. How Adrienne paid off $50,000 in student debt in 6-months. Challenges Adrienne faces as an entrepreneur. Adrienne's partnership with mike Michalowicz. The live and virtual workshops available for small business owners at Run Like Clockwork and why they only serve 25 companies per event. Evaluating the cost vs. revenue for the $120k 20-person workshop. How they attract the most leads for the workshop events. Why Adrienne purposely ramped down her personal brand in 2018. The ‘transfer of knowledge' process when training others. The importance of explaining why you make specific decisions to new hires - and documenting them. How to articulate your decisions to your team that were based on your gut instincts. What the business model looked like in her last 7-figure business. Adrienne's perspective on retiring your husband and bringing him into your business. How Adrienne fits creating her own social media promotion into her busy schedule.     Resources Mentioned:   Clockwork: Design Your Business to Run Itself by Mike Michalowicz SamCart     Connect with Adrienne Dorison:   Run Like Clockwork LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Instagram     This episode is sponsored by… MemberVault   MemberVault is an online membership software and hosting tool dedicated to helping passionate and creative entrepreneurs disrupt the ways of relationship marketing - and make more money doing it! More than just an online course hosting platform, you get real insight into how people respond to your content, who your hottest leads are, and who would be the best fit for your higher-end products and services.   So stop wondering where to host your online products. Explode your sales and engagement and gain a better understanding of your ROI.   Get paid more - and more often! Start your 1-month FREE TRIAL of MemberVault today!   Visit ClairePells.com/MemberVault to start your first month absolutely FREE!   Now it's time to GET PAID!   Thanks for tuning into the Get Paid Podcast! If you enjoyed today's episode, head over to Apple Podcasts to subscribe, rate, and leave your honest review. Connect with me on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and Instagram, visit my website for even more juicy content, and be sure to share your favorite episodes on social media.   Now, it's time to go get yourself paid!

Entrepreneurs often struggle and get overwhelmed with everything that needs to get done. Join us as we share key takeaways from Mike Michalowicz's Clockwork. The post Clockwork: Design Your Business to Run Itself appeared first on Tom & Ariana Sylvester.

https://entrearchitect.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/01Mike-862x573.jpg ()How to Make Your Small Firm Run Like Clockwork Did you dream of sitting behind your drafting board and designing? If you’ve started your own business, your first responsibility is to build and grow your business first. One day, your successful business will allow you to return to your dream.  This week on EntreArchitect podcast, How to Make Your Small Firm Run Like Clockwork. To hear more about making your small architecture room run like clockwork, listen to the podcast! Connect with Mike online at http://www.mikemichalowicz.com (MikeMichalowicz.com) or on http://www.facebook.com/pages/Mike-Michalowicz/323042817712874 (Facebook), http://twitter.com/MikeMichalowicz (Twitter) and https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemichalowicz?authType=NAME_SEARCH&authToken=6wQs&locale=en_US&trk=tyah&trkInfo=clickedVertical%3Amynetwork%2CclickedEntityId%3A7597012%2CauthType%3ANAME_SEARCH%2Cidx%3A1-1-1%2CtarId%3A1480636503525%2Ctas%3Amike%20Michalowicz (LinkedIn), and check out his new book, https://amzn.to/2RY2Gyp (Clockwork: Design Your Business to Run Itself). Visit our Platform Sponsors Freshbooks is the easy way to send invoices, manage expenses, and track your time. Access your free 30 day trial at https://entrearchitect.com/freshbooks (EntreArchitect.com/FreshBooks). (Enter EntreArchitect) ARCAT has huge libraries of free content, Specs, CAD, BIM and more. No registration required. Want to collaborate with colleagues in real time? Visit http://EntreArchitect.com/ARCAT (EntreArchitect.com/ARCAT) and click Charrette for more information. Revit Rocketship. Learn Revit fast and easy. Visit https://entrearchitect.com/revit (EntreArchitect.com/Revit) to enroll now. Referenced in this Episodehttps://entrearchitect.com/foundations/ () https://entrearchitect.com/freewebinar (Register for the EntreArchitect Special Session Webinar: Profit for Small Firm Architects) http://EntreArchitect.com/Group/ (Join The EntreArchitect Community on Facebook) https://entrearchitect.com/itunes (Leave a Rating and Review at iTunes) https://entrearchitect.com/academy (Join EntreArchitect Membership) https://entrearchitect.com/podcast/how-build-profitable-architecture-firm/ (EA147: How to Build a Profitable Architecture Firm with author Mike Michalowicz) [Podcast] The post https://entrearchitect.com/podcast/entrearch/small-firm-run-like-clockwork/ (EA241: How to Make Your Small Firm Run Like Clockwork [Podcast]) appeared first on https://entrearchitect.com (EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects).

Mike Michalowicz talks about the business hierarchy of needs and his brand new book (Clockwork: Design Your Business to Run Itself). We learn about the two points your business could be stuck between. Resources we mentioned: Pre-order Clockwork today Read Profit First to get your finances in order Mike spoke at our annual conference a couple of years ago... it was a […] The post Your business could run like Clockwork appeared first on Service Autopilot.