“The thought was less ‘world domination’ and more, ‘Let’s put a little color here or there,’” reveals Ihor Lys, our guest this week on Business Outlaws . Lys started out pursuing a career in tech, but he was soon forced to pivot in a new career direction — and at the time, hardly anyone was looking at light-emitting diodes, let alone LEDs. “You don’t really notice lighting, but it makes all the difference in a space,” he explains. So, what did Ihor do next? He went full-bore at tackling some of ...
Apr 30, 2019•1 hr 16 min
Growing a business can be stressful... and lonely. In this week's edible, Chris and BigMike share some wisdom on building the best team to support your endeavor. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Apr 26, 2019•4 min
“We were taught the formula of celebrity and how to build it, and we’ve been teaching that to you here,” says BigMike, before discussing the one big hurdle to implementing that formula: “You can’t be shy. “I had a hard time talking about myself in the beginning,” BigMike continues, adding that he was fortunately able to push past his negative programing, implement the formula of celebrity, and begin monetizing his personal brand. In this final installment of the Business Outlaws series on buildi...
Apr 23, 2019•45 min
Chris and BigMike debunk many of the so-called "rules" of relationships and teach you how to have healthy connections based on trust and love. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Apr 19, 2019•6 min
“Boxing is a good example of getting eyes on you. Agitating the crowd and the emotions, and being willing to not be liked in the beginning.” As Chris “Bulldog” Collins tells us this week, you have to have the confidence to agitate your target market, and their emotions, by embracing your dark side. And you may not be liked in the beginning — but this will play right into your hand. Look, you may hate the guy in the Oval Office, but here’s the thing: Only one of the candidates really embraced the...
Apr 16, 2019•33 min
Chris and Big Mike teach you how to find your mentor. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Apr 12, 2019•2 min
“The mistake people make is they try to be a superhero, but they don’t realize that even Superman had kryptonite,” Chris “Bulldog” Collins says. “No one will believe you without imperfections. If you’re just putting the best part of you out there, then you’re not believable. You’re not believable if you’re too good to be true.” In the third installment of the Business Outlaws series on building your brand, the Outlaws lay out a detailed roadmap on how to effectively tell your story and build tha...
Apr 09, 2019•49 min
If you can’t run your home life, can you run a business? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Apr 05, 2019•3 min
“It sucks to be mediocre,” BigMike says. “Do you know why? No one pays attention to you. Because you’re invisible.” The only way to make yourself known is to take a stand. Ask yourself, “what do I believe in?” Then, fight for it. In the second installment of the Business Outlaws series on building your brand, the Outlaws teach you how to set yourself apart from other brands by stepping out of the shadows and moving toward your fears. Whether it’s a fear of failure, success or the spotlight, fear...
Apr 02, 2019•38 min
Chris and Mike talk about how important is to have toxicity as far as you can from your life in order to be successful! And it’s so true, even a long term girlfriend or boyfriend will have such an impact in your future! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Mar 29, 2019•4 min
A lot of people think they can build a brand, but most of them will screw it up — they’ll start a social media account and give up when it goes nowhere. But for those who stick with it, branding can be extremely powerful. President Trump is an example of how much can be accomplished by using effective branding to divide your audience and win. On Episode 52 of Business Outlaws, you’ll learn how to control your emotions, identify manipulation, and build your own brand for maximum profit and sustai...
Mar 26, 2019•42 min
Train your subconscious with this simple life hack. Big Mike & Chris give you the secret weapon to mental clarity in this week's Business Edible. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Mar 22, 2019•3 min
Kanye. Dr. Dre. Lauryn Hill. Since he first began his music-producing career in the mid-’90s, Grammy award-winning Che Pope has worked with some of the world’s most influential R&B and hip hop artists. And in that time, he’s built and launched the careers of countless recording artists. “Talent is one thing,” he admits, “[but] I think that there are some people that are ... less talented, but they work so hard at what they do that they’ve had that success because they’re such hard workers.” ...
Mar 19, 2019•1 hr 19 min
Strong business relationships are the foundation of successful selling. In the latest Business Edible, Big Mike & Chris give you pointers on maximizing opportunity. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Mar 15, 2019•2 min
You might be too scared to embrace this one secret to finding inner peace. You may think you “got everything figured out,” says BigMike. “But guess what? You don’t. You absolutely don’t and you need to take a hard look at yourself. Start your journey. Don’t fight it — embrace it.” There are smart, creative, decent people all over the world who are constantly thwarted by the self-doubt filling their heads, undermining them at every turn. We doubt our choices and our actions, we doubt our own self...
Mar 12, 2019•1 hr 21 min
Be the hero of your own story. In this week’s business edible, Chris and Big Mike help you create a system for active planning. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Mar 08, 2019•3 min
Do you know who you are and what makes you happy? Get ready to open your mind for this episode of Business Outlaws. BigMike and Chris “Bulldog” Collins welcome spiritualist Daniel Bruce Levin to help us crack open the secrets to our inner selves. While others were seeking their fortunes, Daniel was seeking himself. He gave away every cent he had to the poor because he thought it would solve his problems. But then, new problems arose. So, what did he do? He went on a spiritual journey, which brou...
Mar 05, 2019•52 min
It’s less difficult than you think and making one small change will positively affect other areas of your life. BigMike and Chris give you a strategy for self-care in this week’s business edible. Know your worth, Outlaws! Self-care is crucial for our physical, emotional and mental well-being. As our work lives only get busier, incorporating self-care in our day-to-day lives will make us become our most constructive, effective, and authentic selves. So take a second to choose at least one of the ...
Mar 01, 2019•5 min
Over the last four episodes, we’ve taught you about the mindset you’ll need to guarantee your success, plus how to visualize that success. We’ve taught you how to find your niche, fund your operation, and become the best salesperson for your product. On the final episode of this five-part series, the Business Outlaws unveil the most crucial steps to building your business. So, what are the two components you absolutely need to have in place before your business can take off? A customer list and ...
Feb 26, 2019•44 min
Any challenge can be slain, when attacking it from the right vantage. As Outlaws we come into oppositions on a daily basis that seem insurmountable for the drones of society to overcome. We forge our own path and find a way, against all odds. It's what an entrepreneur does, by nature. The tale of The Gordian Knot is a metaphor for just that kind of hurdle. Creating your own destiny, by any means necessary. Receive more business wisdom by following @BusinessOutlaws . If you hunger for a larger bi...
Feb 22, 2019•2 min
Companies like Apple, Salesforce and BigMike’s Blends all have this one thing in common that makes them successful: They all use a similar business strategy. This strategy is so impactful that it will completely change the way you develop and market your product. You will become a better salesperson because you will believe in your product and the good it can do for your customers. On this week’s episode of Business Outlaws, co-hosts Chris “Bulldog” Collins and BigMike tell you how companies are...
Feb 19, 2019•32 min
You’re sitting in an important business meeting and sense that you’re losing your boss’s attention. What can you do to get it back and never let it go? On this week’s episode of Business Edibles , BigMike shows Chris “Bulldog” Collins the secret to keeping people captivated and enthralled. “But before we tell you, there’s another thing that’s really, really important. And that is, once you learn this skill, it holds people’s attention on the subconscious level.” After you discover BigMike’s surp...
Feb 15, 2019•3 min
What business advice would you give your 24-year-old self if you could go back in time? “Invest in yourself,” declares BigMike on this episode of Business Outlaws alongside Chris “Bulldog” Collins. The Outlaws agree — you’re going to fail if you rely on investors to fund your business ventures. It’s not uncommon for folks that are young or new to business to rely on others for success instead of themselves. “The first thing you need to do,” advises BigMike, “is believe in yourself and sell yours...
Feb 12, 2019•37 min
If you're an Outlaw, you're self-made. You might take calculated risks or you may swing for the fences, but at the end of the day, you ALWAYS bet on yourself. BigMike and Chris break down the importance of this fundamental principle of entrepreneurship in this week's Business Edible. Receive more business wisdom by following @BusinessOutlaws. If you hunger for a larger bite of the Outlaws, explore full episodes by visiting BusinessOutlaws.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out informa...
Feb 08, 2019•2 min
In Part 2 of Business Outlaws five-part series, “The Recipe to Freedom: Running a Lucrative Online Business,” BigMike and Chris “Bulldog” Collins discuss how to create a business that won’t just make you money, but will also give you financial freedom. No matter what field you’re in, you’ve got competition. The more you develop your niche, the less competition you’ll have. And the less competition you have, the more money you can charge for your product — because people will be willing to pay mo...
Feb 05, 2019•41 min
The story you play in your mind is the movie you're writing for your life. Is your story a hero's journey or a tragic comedy? There's an old quote attributed to Henry Ford that goes “Whether you think you can, or you think you can't--you're right.” BigMike and Chris dive into the science behind this foreshadowing in this week's Business Edible. After listening to the ep, visit BusinessOutlaws.com to get exclusive content and behind-the-scenes footage. Plus, don’t forget to follow @BusinessOutlaw...
Feb 01, 2019•2 min
In part one of Business Outlaws’ five-part series, “The Recipe to Freedom: Running a Lucrative Online Business,” BigMike and Chris “Bulldog” Collins discuss how to make a six-figure salary while working from the beach of your choice. You’ve been teased with this well-worn carrot before, but it’s different this time. Instead of recycling clichés on how having the right mindset will lead you to running a multimillion dollar empire from the comfort of a beach chair, we’re going to help shed some li...
Jan 29, 2019•42 min
One huge obstacle that most entrepreneurs face at the start of their careers: Support, or lack thereof. Whether it’s support from family or a partner, BigMike and Chris give you the one single tip that will help clear up any doubts you have about who your support system is, no matter their intentions. After listening to the ep, visit BusinessOutlaws.com to get exclusive content and behind-the-scenes footage. Plus, don’t forget to follow @BusinessOutlaws to access exclusive, never before seen con...
Jan 25, 2019•2 min
Go deeper into the human psyche to explore the mechanisms we can all use for evil — and for good. There’s more to say about the veil of consciousness than we can fit into one episode of Business Outlaws, so here’s Part 2 of BigMike and Chris “Bulldog” Collins’ discussion with world-renowned author and screenwriter James Bonnet. On Part 1, the trio covered such topics as ascending through the veil of consciousness and how the hero’s journey is a blueprint that will help you understand every exper...
Jan 22, 2019•57 min
How much pain are you willing to endure to overcome the obstacles in your business and in your life? Chris and BigMike break down a secret all high performing business moguls follow. After listening to the ep, visit BusinessOutlaws.com to get exclusive content and behind-the-scenes footage. Plus, don’t forget to follow @BusinessOutlaws to access even more awesome content. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Jan 18, 2019•2 min
