MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/099 If you’ve been told that it takes 10,000 hours to get ahead in any industry, job, or even entrepreneurial venture, you may have been misled. In today’s episode, I am bringing back James Altucher. If you missed last week’s episode, I encourage you to go back and listen to it. James is an angel investor, author, standup comedian, podcaster, and chess master who tells us in his book titled Skip the Line that we can reach our goals faster if we con...
Jun 01, 2021•29 min•Ep. 99
MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/098 Have you ever switched job industries? Or decided to create a business in an industry that you’re unfamiliar with? Getting started can be daunting as you know very little about what you’re getting into. Many people will tell you that it is going to take years to understand the ropes of whatever it is that you’re doing. Some even say it will take you 10,000 hours to stand out and become a master at the craft. But today’s guest has a different id...
May 25, 2021•38 min•Ep. 98
MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/097 Do you ever struggle to stay motivated to get the job done? Or does your business direction seem to be unspecific at times? Today’s guest is Don Markland. Don is a business coach and the author of The 4Cs of Accountability. Don tells us that the missing piece of the success puzzle for many entrepreneurs is accountability. Most of us rely on ourselves only. But, when we leverage accountability in our businesses, our results can become a byproduc...
May 18, 2021•31 min•Ep. 97
MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/096 For many new organizations and entrepreneurs, marketing ends up turning into a time-wasting mess. In today’s episode, I am bringing back a friend of the podcast, Scott Miller. Scott served the Franklin Covey group as their CMO for many years, and he is also the author of multiple best-selling books, including marketing Mess to Brand Success that we will be talking about in this episode. Today, Scott is going to share 4 ideas with us that will h...
May 11, 2021•31 min•Ep. 96
MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/095 In order to grow a successful business, it takes a healthy team working together to achieve a unified mission. But, most small businesses struggle to pass a certain point of growth, due to the inability to retain talent. Today, I am talking with Adrian Gostick. Adrian is the author of the book titled Anxiety at Work. In this episode, Adrian explains to us that anxiety is one of the leading causes of employee turnover; and that if we wish to bui...
May 04, 2021•38 min•Ep. 95
MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/094 When thinking about experiencing oversized results in business, most of us believe that we need to have a big creative or innovative idea. But history show’s us that this isn’t the case. In fact, it’s small everyday innovations that drive oversized long-term results. In this episode, I am talking with Josh Linkner. Josh is the author of the book titled, Big Little Breakthroughs. Throughout our conversation, Josh explains how we can set ourselve...
Apr 27, 2021•29 min•Ep. 94
MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/093 Do you ever feel like you’re excelling at work but failing in your personal life? We all know this, but often seem to forget it, Life is about more than just work. But it takes a conscious effort to experience some form of balance along the way. In this episode, I am talking with Michael Hyatt about his book, Win at Work and Succeed at Life. Michael refers to this as the path toward the Double Win, where you don’t have to choose between career ...
Apr 20, 2021•41 min•Ep. 93
MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/092 How do you measure success for your life and business? Many of us, myself included, get fixated on what other people tell us are the proper metrics for success, but I’ve learned this is often misleading. In today’s episode, I am talking with a mentor of mine, Tom Rossi. Tom is the co-founder of Buzzsprout, a podcast hosting provider. The idea for this episode came from a conversation I was having with Tom where he was providing guidance for me ...
Apr 13, 2021•35 min•Ep. 92
MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/091 The number one thing that holds people back in life is fear. I’ve watched it happen time and time again with entrepreneurs, they begin seeing success but are afraid to leave the comfort of the 9-5 job or others never even launch their dream business because of fear of what people will think. But today’s guest has a few practical ways you can begin overcoming this fear and stepping more into your genius. His name is Dr. Gay Hendricks. He’s been ...
Apr 06, 2021•30 min•Ep. 91
MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/090 According to Harvard Business, more than 75% of startups fail. To help ensure this doesn't happen to us, today’s guest is Tom Eisenmann. Tom has been a Harvard Business School professor for the past 24 years. During this time Tom has guided over 1,000 Harvard Business students and alumni as they launched new ventures including Stich Fix, Cloudflare, and Oscar Health. However, along with the many successes, Tom has seen his share of failures. Fo...
Mar 30, 2021•44 min•Ep. 90
MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/089 Have you intentionally created your business’s avatar? By defining and knowing this single most ideal customer, you’re positioning yourself for uncommon success in your entrepreneurial journey. In this episode, I’m talking to the podcasting legend, John Lee Dumas. He’s the host of Entrepreneurs on Fire and he’s also the author of The Common Path to Uncommon Success. JLD explains how to create the ideal customer avatar for your business! Here is...
Mar 23, 2021•27 min•Ep. 89
MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/088 While you’re networking or meeting with a business contact or friend, are you more focused on what you can get from the person you’re talking to, or are you focused on the value that you can add to them? In this episode, I am talking with Jordan Harbinger, host of The Jordan Harbinger Show, one of the largest, and fastest-growing, podcasts in the world that was awarded “Best of 2018″ by Apple. In today’s episode, Jordan and I dive into why entr...
Mar 16, 2021•36 min•Ep. 88
MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/087 Do you constantly feel overwhelmed with busyness or like your energy is being pulled in a hundred different directions? In this episode I am talking with Greg McKeown, he is the author of the book, Essentialism. Today Greg shares a counter-culture solution for overcoming the constant pursuit of more that this world is always offering us. If done properly, it will lead to greater results and fulfillment in your life and work. Get ready to learn ...
Mar 09, 2021•42 min•Ep. 87
MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/086 In today’s chaotic world it seems that no one can avoid toxic thoughts, depression, or anxiety. But we shouldn't settle into this mental mess as if it's just our new normal. In this episode, I am interviewing Dr. Caroline Leaf. She is the world’s leading expert in mind-brain connection. Dr. Leaf tells us that there's hope and help available to each of us, and the road to healthier thoughts and peak happiness may actually be shorter than you thi...
Mar 02, 2021•47 min•Ep. 86
MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/085 Whether you’re applying for a job, trying to land a new client, or even pitching your business to investors, each will require someone to have faith that you will succeed in your endeavors. My question is this: Do you have what it takes for someone to bet on you? In this episode, I am talking with Suneel Gupta about his incredibly impactful book titled, Backable. During our conversation, Suneel shares the surprising truth behind what makes peop...
Feb 23, 2021•46 min•Ep. 85
MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/084 As entrepreneurs, each of us is unique in the problem we solve and the solution we offer for our customers. However, the majority of us do have one common goal: to become millionaires through our businesses! My guest today is Kent Billingsley. Kent is the CEO of Revenue Growth Company and the author of Entrepreneur to Millionaire. Throughout this episode, Kent explains to us a framework for turning our businesses into profit machines. Get ready...
Feb 16, 2021•38 min•Ep. 84
MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/083 Every entrepreneur is at the very least curious to learn more about how Amazon has accomplished so much over the years. Today’s episode will uncover just that. My guest is Bill Carr. As the prior Vice President of Digital Media for Amazon, Bill launched and managed the company's global digital music and video businesses, including Amazon Music, Prime Video, and Amazon Studios. Listen in as Bill shares insights, stories, and secrets from inside ...
Feb 09, 2021•37 min•Ep. 83
MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/082 According to Harvard Business Review, studies have shown that 60-70% of organizational change projects fail. This statistic has held true for the last 50 years. My guest is Dr. Michael Canic. He is the president of Making Strategy Happen and the author of the book Ruthless Consistency. Michael says that this high rate of failure is not due to a lack of strategy but instead the lack of consistent strategic execution. In this episode, Michael sha...
Feb 02, 2021•29 min•Ep. 82
MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/081 Have you ever thought about selling your business? Even if you’re just getting started, beginning with the end in mind is an important part of the long-term success of your venture. In this episode, I am talking with Michelle Seiler Tucker. She is the author of the book, Exit Rich and she has the greatest close rate for selling businesses in the USA. Throughout this episode, Michelle explains how we can experience more streamlined success in ou...
Jan 26, 2021•33 min•Ep. 81
MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/080 Have you ever found yourself saying the following statements, “I’m always so busy and overwhelmed at work.” or “Work is always crazy!”? First off, you’re not alone my friend. In today’s episode, I am joined by DHH, David Heinemeier Hansson. We are talking through points from his book titled, 'It doesn’t have to be crazy at work.' David has found that work doesn’t have to be crazy. In fact, he proved that the opposite can be true. Get ready to l...
Jan 19, 2021•42 min•Ep. 80
MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/079 Have you ever wondered how certain people are able to achieve what seems impossible to everyone else? We see this a lot in extreme sports when an athlete pulls off something that has never been done before, but we also see this in entrepreneurship with certain individuals that outperform everyone else in their industry or niche. I have good news, you possess this same ability to achieve the impossible! In this episode, Steven Kotler shares the ...
Jan 12, 2021•37 min•Ep. 79
MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/078 It's time to talk about setting and achieving goals! My guest in this episode is Brandon Turner (The real estate investor from Bigger Pockets). Listen in as Brandon shares how he’s been able to consistently achieve so much so fast in his life and businesses. Get ready to learn practical advice and strategies that will help you reach your goals. MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/078 🎟️ UPCOMING EVENT: Podcasting Made Simple Live, ...
Jan 05, 2021•42 min•Ep. 78
MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/077 Would you like to make more room for happiness in your life? Many of us entrepreneurs have very little room for anything other than the work we’re doing. In this episode, my guest is a happiness expert, Gretchen Rubin. During our conversation, Gretchen explains simple ways that we can increase our happiness by decluttering and organizing our outer lives. If you want to experience a greater inner calm and happiness in your life, this episode is ...
Dec 15, 2020•40 min•Ep. 77
MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/076 Have you intentionally devoted time to learn how to make your conversations more meaningful? Both in the business world and in our personal lives’ conversations are rarely getting past just face value anymore. Although our intentions are good, we don’t want to offend or upset anyone, we are missing a huge opportunity to build a stronger personal or professional relationship. In this episode, I speak with Fred Dust. Fred is the author of a very ...
Dec 08, 2020•34 min•Ep. 76
MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/075 Leadership can be difficult to navigate, especially during times of crisis or challenge. As a leader, people rely on you and look up to you, what you do matters. In this interview, Walt Rakowich walks us through what he calls the 3H core from his new book, Transfluence. Walt’s 3H serves as a great framework for becoming a transformative leader, which is so needed in the change driven world that we live in today. Humility, Honesty, and Heart are...
Dec 01, 2020•33 min•Ep. 75
MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/074 Doing your most creative work doesn't come with a guarantee of success. But there is a pattern to who succeeds and who doesn't. The pattern is this: Engaging in the consistent practice of shipping your creative work. In this episode, I have the honor of speaking with the legendary marketer Seth Godin. Throughout this profound interview, Seth shares principles and stories from his book, The Practice. Prepare for a paradigm shift in the way you p...
Nov 24, 2020•34 min•Ep. 74
MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/073 What is the very next action you need to take that will grow your business? Questions like this one, are not asked enough among entrepreneurs. And because of this, we end up spending our time working on the wrong things. In this episode, I talk with Jay Papasan about his book, The One Thing. This conversation will help you discover the one thing that you need to do next to grow your business. Get ready to begin achieving extraordinary results i...
Nov 17, 2020•36 min•Ep. 73
MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/072 Are you busy? Simple question, I know. But almost anyone would immediately respond by saying yes. The problem is this, when we’re busy, it’s nearly impossible to grow our businesses, busyness can be a trap that can keep us from making progress at all. In this episode I talk with Kate Erickson, she has built a 7 figure, high-profit business with a small staff called Entrepreneurs on Fire. And she doesn’t work 24/7! In addition to running Entrepr...
Nov 10, 2020•27 min•Ep. 72
MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/071 Have you ever wanted to meet your hero? There is a system and strategy for connecting with the people that we look up to the most. In this episode, Travis Chappel; (Host of Build your Network and World Class) shares his effective 5-step framework for meeting your hero. MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/071 🎟️ UPCOMING EVENT: Podcasting Made Simple Live, our virtual event for podcast guests and hosts! See the details: https://podm...
Nov 03, 2020•42 min•Ep. 71
MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/070 Do you avoid discomfort? Or do you embrace it? The fact is, the more comfortable we become with being uncomfortable, the more we enable ourselves to succeed in life and in business. In this episode, I interview Navy Seal Combat Veteran, Brent Gleeson. Brent was part of multiple tours with Seal Team 5 and after retirement from service, he joined the world entrepreneurship. He was later named one of the top 10 CEOs by entrepreneur magazine and is...
Oct 27, 2020•28 min•Ep. 70
