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The Founder Podcast
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Welcome to The Founder Podcast, where we explore the journeys of some of the most successful and inspiring entrepreneurs from around the world. I'm your host, Chris Lee.
Throughout my career, I've founded multiple nine-figure companies and learned a thing or two about what it takes to succeed in the world of business. Now, I want to share those lessons with you by bringing on guests who have their own incredible stories to tell. I'm on a mission to find the most unique and entertaining individuals that have done it the right way.
Throughout my career, I've founded multiple nine-figure companies and learned a thing or two about what it takes to succeed in the world of business. Now, I want to share those lessons with you by bringing on guests who have their own incredible stories to tell. I'm on a mission to find the most unique and entertaining individuals that have done it the right way.
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Welcome to a new episode of The Founder Podcast! Join us today as we sit down with the innovative founder of Ice Barrel, Wyatt Ewing. He shares his journey from discovering the benefits of cold therapy out of personal necessity to creating a multi-million dollar business around the concept. Whether you're a startup enthusiast or just curious about the impact of cold therapy, this episode is packed with insights on entrepreneurship, resilience, and health.
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Highlights:
"It boosts your mood and your energy levels in just two minutes a day... Cold therapy is incredible for reducing inflammation and resetting the nervous system."
"I had terrible anxiety from childhood... Cold showers and ice baths were the only thing that brought significant and sustainable improvement."
“The key to success in this space is to build a real business that's resilient and adaptable."
Timestamps:
00:00 - Wyatt's Journey into Cold Therapy
02:27 - Discovering the Benefits of Cold Showers
05:13 - Transitioning from Corporate Aircraft Sales to Ice Barrel
07:15 - Scaling the Business from the Garage to Ohio
09:15 - Breakthrough Moments in Marketing, Sales, and Manufacturing
12:10 - Successful Go-to-Market Strategy
14:15 - The Science and Benefits of Cold Therapy
20:00 - Wyatt's Daily Cold Therapy Routine
27:43 - Emerging Biohacking Technologies and Trends
35:43 - The Future of Ice Barrel and Advice for Entrepreneurs
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YouTube - @thefounderspodcast
Welcome to a new episode of The Founder Podcast! In this episode, Chris Lee interviews Joseph Shalaby, the founder of E Mortgage Capital, one of the largest loan originating companies in the nation. Joseph shares his journey of building not only a massive business but also a powerful personal brand. The conversation delves into the importance of personal branding in today’s business world, strategies for lead generation, and how Joseph uses innovative marketing tactics to stay ahead in a competitive industry.
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Highlights:
"If you're not building a personal brand, regardless of what industry you're in, you are doomed."
"Your competitors can buy data, but they can't buy a personal connection with millions."
"Be uncomfortable because you will not be creating good content if you're just comfortable."
"How many eyeballs can I attract to the brand? That’s what matters."
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction to Joseph Shalaby and E Mortgage Capital.
01:29 Scaling through human capital and data-driven lead generation.
05:01 The importance of Consumer Direct platforms in generating leads.
07:06 Building an in-house marketing team and owning your lead generation.
10:32 The power of personal branding in the mortgage industry.
18:25 The unexpected perks from building a personal brand.
21:16 The Rule of Seven Hours: Building a connection with your audience.
26:25 Joseph's advice on creating content and staying consistent.
29:42 Why outsourcing tasks like video editing can prevent burnout.
31:42 Final words from Joseph
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Apply for our next Mastermind: https://www.thefoundermastermind.com
Golf with Chris: https://www.golfwithchris.com
Watch my latest Podcast
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Spotify- https://open.spotify.com/show/1e0cL2vI1JAtQrojSOA7D2
YouTube - @thefounderspodcast
Welcome to a new episode of The Founder Podcast! Today, Chris and Daryl dive into a crucial topic for any entrepreneur—how to manage energy and maximize efficiency by identifying tasks that should be outsourced. They discuss the importance of focusing on activities that not only excite you but also play to your strengths, transforming how you approach work and life. This episode explores strategies for auditing your time, understanding the value of different tasks, and prioritizing what truly matters to energize your daily routine.
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Highlights:
"Identify what you need to outsource so you can focus on what gets you most excited."
"If it's low energy and you can hire it out, why keep it on your plate?"
"We need to be trading up, always aiming to operate in our quadrant four."
"The energy matrix helps you identify what truly matters in your work and life."
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction to Energy and Efficiency
02:49 - Discussing High Energy and Low Energy Tasks
05:00 - The Importance of Delegating Unwanted Tasks
08:40 - Introducing the Energy Matrix and Time Audit
10:04 - Calculating the Value of Your Time
13:15 - Applying the Matrix to Real Business Scenarios
16:27 - Strategies for Eliminating Low-Value Tasks
20:00 - Balancing Personal Satisfaction with Professional Efficiency
23:48 - Hiring Passion vs. Hiring Desperation
26:44 - Engaging in High Energy, Low Value Activities
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Join my community - Founder Acceleration https://www.founderacceleration.com
Apply for our next Mastermind: https://www.thefoundermastermind.com
Golf with Chris: https://www.golfwithchris.com
Watch my latest Podcast
Apple- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-founder-podcast/id1687030281S
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YouTube - @thefounderspodcast
Welcome to a new episode of The Founder Podcast! This episode is all about the importance of consistent and structured meetings to build a strong organizational culture. Chris discusses the critical components of planning and executing effective meetings at various levels within your company, from daily check-ins to annual executive retreats. This episode is packed with actionable insights on how to establish a rhythm of accountability, goal setting, and problem-solving to drive your business forward.
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Highlights:
"One of the most important things in establishing a great culture is consistency."
"Weekly trainings in every single department should be happening once a week in conjunction with your daily check-ins."
"In your monthly finance meetings, create a 13-week cashflow projection to make plans."
"During your annual executive planning, get away, get offsite, and spend three days really dialling in on goals and budgets."
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction and Importance of Consistency
01:01 Weekly Meeting Structure
02:05 Management Team Meetings
04:09 Monthly Financial Meetings
05:34 Executive Goals and Forecasting
09:10 Quarterly Leadership Retreats
12:40 Quarterly Budget and Green Hat Meetings
14:01 Safety, Compliance, and Customer Experience
15:39 Annual Kickoff and Executive Planning
22:06 Company Trips and Conclusion
Looking to scale your business? Want to learn directly from the same team that helped me sell my last business for 9 figures? Click this link below to check out how you can work with us.
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Join my community - Founder Acceleration https://www.founderacceleration.com
Apply for our next Mastermind: https://www.thefoundermastermind.com
Golf with Chris:
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Watch my latest Podcast
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Spotify- https://open.spotify.com/show/1e0cL2vI1JAtQrojSOA7D2
YouTube - @thefounderspodcast
Welcome to a new episode of The Founder Podcast! In today's episode, Chris discusses how to build an effective accountability chart for your business. Unlike traditional organizational charts, accountability charts focus on roles and processes rather than just people. This approach helps in managing growth, avoiding silos, and creating clear paths for accountability and communication within the company. He also shares his personal experiences and provides practical steps to design an accountability chart tailored to your business needs and future goals.
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Highlights:
"The fault of that is you're relying on people and not processes and roles."
"We overestimate what we can do in one year and vastly underestimate what we can do in five to 10 years."
"Any one person can manage between three and eight people."
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction to Accountability Charts
01:10 - Differences Between Org and Accountability Charts
04:31 - The Law of Management
12:07 - Building the Sales and Marketing Structure
14:55 - Roles Within the Sales and Marketing Structure
16:18 - Calculating Marketing Spend
24:24 - Building the Operations Structure
29:11 - Defining Roles and Responsibilities
30:00 - Importance of Defining Roles and KPIs
31:00 - Next Steps: Creating SOPs
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Apply for our next Mastermind: https://www.thefoundermastermind.com
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Watch my latest Podcast
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Spotify- https://open.spotify.com/show/1e0cL2vI1JAtQrojSOA7D2
YouTube - @thefounderspodcast
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Welcome to a new episode of The Founder Podcast! In this episode, Chris and Levi discuss the journey from running a successful business to navigating the complexities of a nine-figure exit. They share personal stories and lessons learned during this major life transition. The conversation touches on the emotional and practical aspects of stepping away from a daily operational role, dealing with sudden wealth, and finding new purpose and motivation.
Highlights:"What would you do if one day you sold your business for millions of dollars and the next day you woke up with that kind of money in your bank account?"
"It felt like it was always six months out... there's just so many things that you just can't account for."
"I went from working 60 hours a week to zero, essentially zero."
"Ultimately, that's where The Founder Podcast was born because I'm like, Dude, I need something that gets me excited and gets me out of bed."
Timestamps:00:00 - Selling a Business and Waking Up with Millions02:36 - Believing in the Vision from the Beginning04:13 - Balancing Risk and Reward in the Exit Decision06:25 - The Long Process of Preparing for a Transaction09:58 - The Emotional Toll of Leaving a Business Behind13:28 - Leveraging the Podcast to Connect with Other Entrepreneurs16:29 - Designing a Program to Help Business Owners Grow20:24 - Seeing the Impact of the Coaching Program26:12 - Offering Different Levels of Engagement and Support30:02 - The Power of Community and Networking in the Program
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Join my community - Founder Acceleration https://www.founderacceleration.com
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Watch my latest PodcastApple- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-founder-podcast/id1687030281S Spotify- https://open.spotify.com/show/1e0cL2vI1JAtQrojSOA7D2 YouTube - @thefounderspodcast
Welcome to a new episode of The Founder Podcast! In today's episode, Chris Lee is joined by Julio Domenech. Chris shares his incredible journey from rock bottom to building a multi-million dollar business, while Julio brings his unique entrepreneurial insights from Puerto Rico. Together, they discuss the principles of scaling a business, the importance of influence, and the role of faith in their success. This episode is packed with actionable advice for entrepreneurs at all stages.
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Highlights:
"Most people will never experience rock bottom because they're scared of rock bottom. It was actually a blessing to experience it because I realized, man, it's really not that bad."
"Influence is the number one skill that anyone can develop. It applies to sales, marketing, recruiting, and building a team."
"If you want to build confidence, you have to be a person of your word. Start doing what you said you were going to do."
"God's blessings are like rain. It is constantly pouring out, but a lot of times we throw up an umbrella and block it out."
Timestamps
00:00 Introduction and Hitting Rock Bottom
03:13 The Blessing of Rock Bottom
09:00 Building a Business from the Garage
14:28 Developing a Five-Year Blueprint
17:59 The Role of Influence and Confidence
22:16 Importance of Integrity and Consistency
26:33 Integrating Faith into Business
30:40 Structuring a Large Organization
37:04 Overcoming Fear and Taking Action
43:07 Final Thoughts and Contact Information
Looking to scale your business? Want to learn directly from the same team that helped me sell my last business for 9 figures? Click this link below to check out how you can work with us. https://nextlevelhomepros.com/grow-home-service-vsl
Join my community - Founder Acceleration https://www.founderacceleration.com
Apply for our next Mastermind: https://www.thefoundermastermind.com
Golf with Chris: https://www.golfwithchris.com
Watch my latest Podcast
Apple- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-founder-podcast/id1687030281S
Spotify- https://open.spotify.com/show/1e0cL2vI1JAtQrojSOA7D2
YouTube - @thefounderspodcast
Welcome to a new episode of The Founder Podcast! This episode is all about the importance of influence and how it can make or break your success. Today, Chris Lee breaks down how confidence is the root of influence and shares his personal tips on building both. You’ll hear about the significance of integrity and truth in developing confidence and becoming influential in all areas of life.
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Highlights:
"Your ability to influence others will be the difference between making it and falling flat on your face."
"Confidence is all about integrity, doing the things that we said we were going to do."
"Every time I do something that I said I was going to do, that's a vote in the confidence level."
"You gotta create a vision and an exact roadmap of how you get there."
Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
02:00 - Defining influence and its impact
4:30 - Confidence and its role in influence
7:00 - Building confidence through truth and integrity
9:30 - Actionable steps to increase confidence and influence
Looking to scale your business? Want to learn directly from the same team that helped me sell my last business for 9 figures? Click this link below to check out how you can work with us. https://nextlevelhomepros.com/grow-home-service-vsl
Join my community - Founder Acceleration https://www.founderacceleration.com
Apply for our next Mastermind: https://www.thefoundermastermind.com
Golf with Chris: https://www.golfwithchris.com
Watch my latest Podcast
Apple- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-founder-podcast/id1687030281S
Spotify- https://open.spotify.com/show/1e0cL2vI1JAtQrojSOA7D2
YouTube - @thefounderspodcast
Welcome to a new episode of The Founder Podcast! Today, Chris and Daryl Kelly, a seasoned business strategist, discuss the transformative power of strategic decision-making in business. Throughout the episode, Chris and Daryl explore the critical importance of having a clear and actionable vision, the role of environmental factors in business success, and practical insights on financial structuring and organizational management. This episode is not only a deep dive into strategic growth but also offers valuable lessons on aligning business goals with personal values to foster both professional and personal development.
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Highlights:
"Vision without action is merely a dream. Vision with action can change the world."
"Charge more for the experience you provide. It’s about who values you and what you offer."
"Your environment impacts your growth. Change it, and you change your path."
Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction and a case study
1:33 - The Importance of Understanding 'Why' in Business
3:17 - Defining Personal and Business Goals
4:54 - How Clear Goals Motivate and Drive Business Progress
8:22 - The Role of Environmental Influence on Business Success
13:27 - Overcoming Challenges and Transforming Your Mindset
16:08 - The Dynamics of Pay Structure and Employee Incentives
19:49 - The Impact of Pay Structures on Business Scalability and Profitability
23:36 - Building Effective Organizational Structures
27:24 - The Power of Role Definitions in Scaling a Business
30:02 - Recap and Closing Thoughts
Looking to scale your business? Want to learn directly from the same team that helped me sell my last business for 9 figures? Click this link below to check out how you can work with us. https://nextlevelhomepros.com/grow-home-service-vsl
Join my community - Founder Acceleration https://www.founderacceleration.com
Apply for our next Mastermind: https://www.thefoundermastermind.com
Golf with Chris: https://www.golfwithchris.com
Watch my latest Podcast
Apple- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-founder-podcast/id1687030281S
Spotify- https://open.spotify.com/show/1e0cL2vI1JAtQrojSOA7D2
YouTube - @thefounderspodcast
Welcome to a new episode of The Founder Podcast! Today, we discuss the four principles of closing that can transform your sales approach. These principles, developed through years of sales experience, are designed to help you make more effective sales and achieve financial success. We’ll discuss how understanding and committing to these principles can make a significant impact on your sales performance.
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Highlights:
"A principle is something that, if broken, always has a consequence."
"The goal is to eliminate maybes and get a definite yes or no."
"Buying is always an emotional experience backed by logic."
"Truth is the only way that we can make change."
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction to the Four Principles
01:34 - Understanding Rules vs. Principles
04:06 - Principle #1: Yes or No, No Maybes
06:09 - The 10-80-10 Rule in Sales
10:57 - Handling Maybes and Respecting Time
13:23 - The Importance of Being Okay with a No
18:11 - Evaluating Your Own Decision-Making Process
20:30 - Principle #2: Strike When the Iron is Hot
27:03 - Emotional vs. Logical Buying Decisions
29:28 - Principle #3: 100% Deal Done
34:12 - Principle #4: Quit Lying to Yourself
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Join my community - Founder Acceleration https://www.founderacceleration.com
Apply for our next Mastermind: https://www.thefoundermastermind.com
Golf with Chris: https://www.golfwithchris.com
Watch my latest Podcast
Apple- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-founder-podcast/id1687030281S
Spotify- https://open.spotify.com/show/1e0cL2vI1JAtQrojSOA7D2
YouTube - @thefounderspodcast
Welcome to a new episode of The Founder Podcast! In this episode, we dive deep into understanding the financials of your business, focusing on building an income statement and conducting a break even analysis. Learn how to effectively assess your sales, costs, and margins to ensure your business is scalable and profitable.
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Highlights:
"Not understanding the financials of your business could be costing you millions."
"There’s the traditional way to look at it with GAAP accounting principles, and then there’s the business owner way."
"Every dollar collected would mean 45 cents to the bottom line once you're breaking even."
"For every dollar I spend on marketing, it's going to equal $40 in revenue."
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
01:30 - Importance of Understanding Financials
03:45 - Basics of an Income Statement
05:20 - Understanding Sales and Cost of Goods Sold
08:00 - Gross Profit and Gross Margin Explained
10:00 - Calculating Cost of Acquisition (CAC)
13:30 - Breakeven Analysis Breakdown
17:50 - Scaling Your Business Effectively
20:30 - Impact of Fixed Costs on Breakeven
24:00 - Workshop Announcement and Closing Remarks
Looking to scale your business? Want to learn directly from the same team that helped me sell my last business for 9 figures? Click this link below to check out how you can work with us.
https://nextlevelhomepros.com/grow-home-service-vsl
Join my community - Founder Acceleration https://www.founderacceleration.com
Apply for our next Mastermind: https://www.thefoundermastermind.com
Golf with Chris: https://www.golfwithchris.com
Watch my latest Podcast
Apple- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-founder-podcast/id1687030281S
Spotify- https://open.spotify.com/show/1e0cL2vI1JAtQrojSOA7D2
YouTube - @thefounderspodcast
Welcome to a new episode of The Founder Podcast. In today’s episode, we have a very special guest. Meet Ryan Pineda, a real estate, entrepreneurship, and personal growth pro. Ryan shares his journey from flipping houses to launching Wealth Con, a premier event for entrepreneurs and real estate investors. He shares the secrets behind his success, the importance of investing in personal education, and innovative lead-generation strategies. Join us to learn how you can take your business and investments to the next level.
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Highlights:
"You are broke because you are not investing in your personal education."
"The best way to use your money is to invest in yourself."
"Real estate pays you in five different ways: appreciation, depreciation, interest, principal buy-down, and cash flow."
Timestamps:
00:00 - Multifaceted Wealth of Real Estate
01:37 - Pineda's Entrepreneurial Journey
02:19 - Concept and Impact of Wealth Con
04:46 - Importance of Personal Education
10:30 - Who Should Attend Wealth Con?
14:17 - Lead Generation for Real Estate
16:57 - Economics of Real Estate Leads
24:07 - Power of SubTo Real Estate Deals
34:41 - BTS of Hosting a Large Conference
42:29 - Ripple Effect of Branding and Events
Looking to scale your business? Want to learn directly from the same team that helped me sell my last business for 9 figures? Click this link below to check out how you can work with us. https://nextlevelhomepros.com/grow-home-service-vsl
Join my community - Founder Acceleration https://www.founderacceleration.com
Apply for our next Mastermind:https://www.thefoundermastermind.com
Golf with Chris https://www.golfwithchris.com
Watch my latest Podcast
Apple- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-founder-podcast/id1687030281S
Spotify- https://open.spotify.com/show/1e0cL2vI1JAtQrojSOA7D2
YouTube - @thefounderspodcast
Welcome to a new episode of The Founder Podcast. Today, we break down the secrets behind my 5-year growth strategy. Discover how I turned my garage startup into a $233 million enterprise without borrowing a dime. Learn the essential steps to create a clear roadmap for your business, scale your sales and operations, and build an efficient organizational structure.
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Highlights:
"Most people overestimate what they can do in one to two years and vastly underestimate what they can do in five years."
"You are losing millions of dollars because you do not have a clear strategy or plan."
"Building great relationships gives you great opportunities."
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction to the 5-Year Growth Strategy
02:00 - The Garage Startup to Million-Dollar Success
03:45 - The Perfect Timeframe: Five Years
05:30 - Building the Accountability Chart
08:15 - Scaling Your Sales Organization
12:00 - The Law of Management
15:30 - Fulfillment and Operations Planning
18:00 - Back Office Essentials
19:30 - Creating a Vision Map
20:15 - Assigning Hats and Responsibilities
Looking to scale your business?
Want to learn directly from the same team that helped me sell my last business for 9 figures?
Click this link below to check out how you can work with us. https://nextlevelhomepros.com/grow-home-service-vsl
Join my community - Founder Acceleration https://www.founderacceleration.com
Apply for our next Mastermind:https://www.thefoundermastermind.com
Golf with Chris https://www.golfwithchris.com
Watch my latest Podcast
Apple- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-founder-podcast/id1687030281S
Spotify- https://open.spotify.com/show/1e0cL2vI1JAtQrojSOA7D2
YouTube - @thefounderspodcast
Welcome to a new episode of the Founder Podcast. Today, we're diving into five pieces of brutally honest advice that took my business from zero to $233 million a year. These truths include the importance of quality discipline, the pitfalls of trying to impress others, and the critical nature of having a compelling vision. Join me as we explore these essential lessons that will help you scale your business to the next level.
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Highlights
"Quit trying to impress others. This is actually the exact reason why your business isn't growing."
"Your business will pay you dividends for many years if you choose to sacrifice your own personal self-ego driven interests."
"You can't recruit because your vision sucks. The reason you are not attracting great talent is because your vision fails to envelop others."
"Your business is a reflection of you. Discipline in all areas of your life will reflect in your business."
Timestamps
00:00 - Introduction to the episode and the topic of brutally honest advice.
01:45 - Hard truth #1: Quit trying to impress others.
05:07 - Importance of reinvesting profits for growth.
09:22 - Hard truth #2: You can't recruit because your vision sucks.
13:45 - Creating a compelling five-year roadmap.
14:17 - Hard truth #3: Track your KPIs religiously.
18:32 - The difference between leading and lagging indicators.
19:42 - Hard truth #4: SOPs won't create themselves.
24:05 - Practical steps for creating effective SOPs.
26:55 - Hard truth #5: Your business is a reflection of you.
Looking to scale your business? Want to learn directly from the same team that helped me sell my last business for 9 figures? Click this link below to check out how you can work with us. https://nextlevelhomepros.com/grow-home-service-vsl
Join my community - Founder Acceleration https://www.founderacceleration.com
Apply for our next Mastermind:https://www.thefoundermastermind.com
Golf with Chris https://www.golfwithchris.com
Watch my latest Podcast
Apple- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-founder-podcast/id1687030281S
Spotify- https://open.spotify.com/show/1e0cL2vI1JAtQrojSOA7D2
YouTube - @thefounderspodcast
Welcome to a new episode of The Founder Podcast. In today’s conversation, we’re joined with Mathew Knowles, the visionary behind Destiny's Child and Beyoncé's meteoric rise. Mathew shares his journey from corporate America to becoming a powerhouse in the music industry, offering invaluable lessons on success, brand building, and resilience. Tune in to hear Mathew's thoughts on family, fame, and the future of music.
Highlights:"You have to build a brand before you can cash in on it."
"Being talented isn't enough; you need star power, hit songs, and a strategic approach."
"It's the crazy ones that typically break the mold and do incredible things."
Timestamps:00:00 - Transitioning from Corporate America to Music02:27 - Proudly Known as Beyoncé’s Dad04:11 - Stepping Off the Fortune 20007:56 - Building a Brand in the Music Industry13:24 - Targeting the World Market17:43 - The Evolution of Destiny's Child31:23 - Handling Family Dynamics in Business41:56 - Risk-Taking and Financial Struggles45:18 - Understanding the Realities of the Music Industry52:20 - Public Speaking and Empowering the Next
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Welcome to The Founder Podcast! In this episode, we dive into the challenges and wins of maintaining a healthy relationship while building a business. Chris Daryl and Levi share their personal stories and insights on balancing entrepreneurial ambitions with family life. Get ready for some heartfelt advice, relatable anecdotes, and practical tips to strengthen your business and relationships. Tune in for an honest conversation about love, commitment, and growth.
Highlight:
"The only way you're going to make any type of relationship work is you have to share values."
"Taking care of my wife is taking care of myself. There's a real significance in being married and what you offer each other."
"If you can just give without expectation of receiving, that's when you begin to receive."
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
01:14 - The Burden of Entrepreneurship
03:37 - Setting Rules and Expectations
08:59 - Managing Stress and Relationships
14:50 - Constant Check-ins
25:42 - Unconditional Giving
33:56 - Complementary Strengths
42:54 - Role of Spouses in Success
46:39 - Balancing Easier Life vs. Better Life
48:07 - Recommended Resources
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Hey Founder Nation! In this episode, we're diving deep into the world of SEO with the incredible Matt Diamante. Matt, a digital marketing guru with over 14 years of experience, shares his top strategies for improving your website's search engine ranking. Whether you're a local business owner or looking to expand your online presence, this episode is packed with practical tips and insights. Tune in to learn how to leverage blog posts, internal links, and keyword research to drive traffic and grow your business!
Highlights:
"If you're an expert on your topic, it should be easy for you to answer questions that you're hearing every single day from your clients."
"Google rewards consistency. Posting quality content regularly is a long-term strategy that pays off."
"We're training ChatGPT to be an expert on that topic by using the best information from the top search results."
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction to SEO with Matt Diamante04:45 - The Importance of a Well-Structured Homepage11:50 - Key Elements for a Local Business Website19:31 - Utilizing ChatGPT for Content Creation20:28 - Keyword Research Techniques Using SEMrush22:24 - Crafting Unique Content with AI Assistance24:39 - The Role of Blog Posts in SEO Strategy27:06 - Maintaining Consistency in Content Posting27:43 - Google’s Preference for Regular Updates34:20 - Internal Linking and Its Impact on SEO
Dive in and discover how you can take your SEO game to the next level with actionable advice from one of the best in the business!
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Welcome to a new episode of The Founder Podcast. Dreaming of business ownership, but franchising sounds more appealing than starting from scratch? Today’s episode is your golden ticket. Franchising guru Lance Gramlich, the "King of Franchising," shares his secrets to success. Learn why leadership beats passion in franchise selection, discover the power of asking the right questions, and uncover the financial potential of franchising (think 3-5 times cash flow on resale!).
Highlights:
"Forget about your passion. Use your skills, but leadership. Look at the leadership of the business you're getting into."
"The validation stage or process is gold. When you ask the right questions..."
"In franchising as a franchisee you're going to sell for three to five times cash flow typically."
Timestamps:
00:00 - From Wall Street to Franchise King
01:41 - Finding Your Way into Franchising
03:56 - Taking the Gopher Role: Learning from the Ground Up
04:55 - Making Money Doing Anything: The Entrepreneurial Spirit
10:00 -The Importance of Intrapreneurship and Experience
13:32 -The Krispy Kreme Rollercoaster: Boom and Bust
15:00 - Beyond Food Franchises: Exploring Profitable Options
17:35 - Don't Follow Trends, Choose Longevity
20:00 - The Validation Process: Don't Get Married Too Quickly
25:00 - Franchising for the Hands-Off Investor: It's Possible!
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Welcome to a new episode of The Founder Podcast. Tired of customers saying "maybe" or needing to think it over? In today’s episode, we dive into the secrets of setting customer expectations and mastering the hard soft close. We’ll discuss how to get clear decisions from your customers before revealing the price and share a game-changing technique that has brought in hundreds of thousands of dollars. Tune in for practical tips and real-life examples to boost your sales skills and close more deals confidently.
Highlights:
"Setting clear expectations isn’t about taking the slap away, but letting them know it’s coming so they can be prepared."
"The hard soft close gets customers to commit before a decision needs to be made, using what you can control."
"Customers buy confidence; they need to believe that you, the salesperson, believe in your product."
Timestamps:
00:00 - Setting Customer Expectations
03:00 - The Power of Clear Expectations
06:00 - Emotional Sales and Logical Justification
10:00 - Framing the Sale
14:00 - Step-by-Step Customer Journey
21:00 - The Hard Soft Close Explained
25:00 - Handling Common Objections
30:00 - The Importance of Getting a 'No'
35:00 - The Role of the Salesperson
40:00 - Using the Hard Soft Close in Your Sales Process
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Welcome to a new episode of The Founder Podcast. In today’s episode, I sit down with the legendary Forbes Riley, a pioneer in the world of infomercials and sales, known for her incredible ability to sell anything and everything. Forbes opens up about her journey from going through personal challenges to achieving over $2.5 billion in sales. She shares the philosophies that drive her, the power of effective pitching, and how she turned her setbacks into comebacks. This episode is packed with valuable lessons on resilience, the art of persuasion, and the importance of believing in your goals.
Highlights:
"Life happens for you, not to you. Use your obstacles as stepping stones."
"You pitch people all day; it's about making them want what you have."
"Consistency and belief in your goals are the keys to achieving greatness."
Timestamps:
00:00 - The Power of Infomercials02:20 - Mastering the Pitch05:57 - Working with Billy Mays10:00 - Overcoming Personal Tragedy13:44 - Age and Career Transitions20:00 - Setting Big Goals26:04 - Committing to Goals29:43 - Hypnosis and Memorization34:26 - Life-Changing Accidents39:29 - Mastering the Art of Pitchings
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