Instead of wasting your time hoping and waiting for your next big break, Mark Miller, vice president of high-performance leadership at Chick-fil-A, has a much better idea. He suggests focusing your efforts on the things you can actually control right now, like putting in extra time, energy or creativity when it’s not necessarily expected. Tune in to hear Mark explain why becoming a steward of your own potential is the best way to be to be ready if and when a new opportunity knocks.
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Thanks to her beloved mom Miriam, entrepreneur and bestselling author Marie Forleo grew up believing anything is possible—or as she likes to say, “figureoutable.” The problem, she says, is most of us don’t understand how powerful our beliefs are, which allows all kinds of things to get in the way of what we were born to do. Tune in to hear Marie explain the three rules of her super straightforward problem-solving process and how it can become the driving force of change in your own life.
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If you’re currently in a leadership role—or even if you aspire to be—psychologist and leadership expert Dr. Henry Cloud says you must accept one thing: You can’t do it alone. Sure, as the leader you are ultimately responsible for the bottom line and overall success of your endeavors, but that doesn’t mean you are all your business needs. Tune in as Dr. Cloud explains what he calls the five buckets of leadership—and why your business won’t make it unless all of them are “full.”
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If you’re counting on a fancy title or Ivy League pedigree to make a name for yourself at work, world-renowned marketing expert and bestselling author Seth Godin says you’re sadly mistaken. In order to become truly indispensable—what he calls a linchpin in your organization—you have to bring a unique human sensibility to what you do. And no distinction or degree in the world can do that for you. Tune in to hear Seth explain exactly what it means to be a linchpin and why becoming one is key to your future success.
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When it comes to climbing the corporate ladder, there’s the traditional way—you know, steady promotions over a long period of time—and then there’s the Kat Cole way. In only two years, she went from waiting tables at Hooters to opening franchises around the world for the restaurant chain. And she was just warming up. By age 31, she was leading Cinnabon out of the recession and into becoming a billion-dollar brand. Tune in as Kat, now COO and President of North America for FOCUS Brands, breaks down the four qualities every leader must optimize to perform at their best.
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This week marks the 18th anniversary of September 11, 2001, a day that forever changed our nation. And for a select few like Jason McCarthy, that tragedy ignited a call to service that completely altered the trajectory of their life. In response to 9/11, Jason enlisted in the United States Army and went on to earn a spot in the elite Green Beret unit. And it was his military service that ultimately inspired the launch of his gear company, GORUCK. Tune in to hear Jason’s story, a true testament to the power of resilience and daring to dream big dreams. But most of all, it’s about what it means to serve a cause so much bigger than yourself.
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Forget winning or losing. Bestselling author and leadership expert Simon Sinek says the most important thing is to determine what kind of game you’re playing. For example, baseball is a finite game—a game with known players, fixed rules and an agreed-upon objective. Business, on the other hand, is an infinite game: The rules are changeable, there is no set finish line, and no one wins. And if that isn’t complicated enough, Simon warns that if you approach business with a finite mind-set, the consequences are disastrous. Tune in to learn the five things you need to have in order to prevent disaster and successfully navigate the infinite game of business.
The Infinite Game by Simon Sinek
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A whopping 54% of the United States gross domestic product and 66% of all job growth in this country can be attributed to one thing: small business. So it’s only fitting that we dedicate an entire episode to answering questions from the very people that make our economy go ‘round. Tune in as Ramsey Personality Ken Coleman and Ramsey Solutions Executive Vice President Daniel Tardy join Dave to tackle everything from running a cash-based business to succession planning in a family business.
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The road to success for Olympic athlete and American half-marathon record holder Ryan Hall has been paved with countless miles—and way more failures than successes. But surprisingly, he wouldn’t have it any other way. In fact, Ryan says every challenge and disappointment was pivotal in his journey to become one of the greatest long-distance runners in the world. Tune in as Ryan shares how he has applied the lessons learned on the track to leadership, life, and his spiritual walk with God.
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There’s a lot of talk these days about the importance of self-awareness—and for good reason—but bestselling author and Enneagram master teacher Ian Morgan Cron says nearly 90% of us aren’t self-aware at all. Not to mention, many of us are lacking the self-knowledge necessary to build that awareness in the first place. Tune in as Ian makes the case for getting to know yourself so that you can become aligned with what matters most to you. The result? A life lived with both passion and purpose—and fewer costly mistakes along the way, too. We’re also joined by Daniel Tardy (Ramsey Solutions’ Executive Vice President of Business and Leadership) and Jen Sievertsen (Ramsey Solutions’ Chief Marketing Officer) with an insightful look at the ultimate leadership position: parent.
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Chick-fil-A’s specialty may be chicken, but former Chief Marketing Officer David Salyers says the focus of the restaurant chain has never been the number of sandwiches sold. Instead, he likes to call Chick-fil-A a be-rich business, a venture all about enriching the lives of those you serve. Tune in as David explains the difference between running be-rich and get-rich businesses—and why one is much better for your bottom line than the other.
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While most think of CrossFit as a means to a really challenging total-body workout, it represents so much more to CrossFit Games champions Jason Khalipa and Rich Froning. In fact, they credit much of their success outside of the gym to the lessons learned in pursuit of their extreme fitness goals. Tune in as Jason and Rich share what CrossFit has taught each of them—and how those invaluable insights have set them up to win in the business world. Spoiler alert: You’ll have a hard time not getting inspired by this one.
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Most entrepreneurs would readily agree that the path to success isn’t easy or predictable—and it’s certainly not without its share of failures. And while Dave Ramsey’s story is no exception, it’s proof that perseverance and hard work pay off. What began nearly 30 years ago on a card table in his living room has now grown into a $200 million business with more than 850 team members. Join us for a candid conversation with Dave on what it takes to start and scale a business, what he’s learned along the way, and how he’s planning for the future of Ramsey Solutions.
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If you’ve ever dared to dream an impossible dream, A.L. Williams & Associates founder Art Williams says you’re one step closer to achieving greatness. Straight from our EntreLeadership Summit 2019 stage, the high-school football coach turned self-made billionaire shares his personal success story that defies every odd out there. Art also offers his valuable insight on the three things all people everywhere want. You’ll laugh, you’ll probably cry (we did!), and if this one doesn’t fire you up, check your pulse.
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Doug Hirsch, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of GoodRx, isn’t afraid to tackle really complex problems, but he’s the first to admit that he doesn’t have all the answers. His solution? Focusing on what he’s good at and then surrounding himself with really smart people who can handle the rest. It’s that kind of strategic thinking that has made GoodRx a runaway success, helping people save over $9 billion in prescription drug expenses since its launch in 2011. Tune in as Doug shares his motivation for bringing transparency to healthcare pricing, the lessons he’s learned along the way, and his advice for entrepreneurs everywhere.
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While it may not always be the easiest or quickest route, collaborating with your team members to solve problems is always a good idea. In fact, best-selling author and former Hewlett-Packard CEO Carly Fiorina says doing so just may be the key to advancing your own career. Tune in as Carly explains how to go about creating a culture of collaboration in your own organization, as well as why it is so vital to your success. We’re also bringing you a power-packed Women in Leadership panel from our recent EntreLeadership Summit. Join us to hear three Ramsey Solutions’ female leaders tackle questions direct from the audience with practical wisdom and advice.
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Regardless of who you are, where you come from, or what kind of work you do, we all have one thing in common: the need to be appreciated. And if you ask Ramsey Solutions’ own Chris Hogan, celebrating your team members’ hard work and memorable milestones is more than worth your time—and money. In fact, Chris considers this sort of recognition a crucial part of any employee retention plan. Tune in to hear him explain why it’s so powerful and how to do it right. Also joining the conversation is EntreLeadership Senior Vice President Sarah Sloyan to share her favorite ways to celebrate team members, as well as her thoughts on building trust.
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Have you ever wondered if you are addicted to Instagram? How about Facebook? Take a second and think about how many times you mindlessly look at your phone in one day. Although best-selling author Cal Newport says more and more of us are questioning our relationship with personal technology, we’re fighting an uphill battle as tech companies are spending billions of dollars to monopolize our attention. Tune in as Cal breaks down ways to reclaim a more focused and meaningful life in an increasingly noisy world. Trust us—your brain will thank you.
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Sure, conflict at work may feel uncomfortable at times, but best-selling author and leadership expert Patrick Lencioni says it’s absolutely vital to the health of your organization. Tune in to hear Pat explain why the right kind of conflict (i.e. not mean spirited) builds trust, improves relationships, boosts productivity, and more. Also joining us are members of the Ramsey Solutions operating board, answering questions on a wide range of topics from attendees at this year’s EntreLeadership Summit.
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Bryan and Shannon Miles, Co-CEOs of BELAY, know a thing or two about maximizing productivity. In fact, they’ve built an entire business around it by helping overworked business owners find amazing virtual assistants, bookkeepers and web specialists. On this episode, Bryan and Shannon explain how getting out of the way and delegating results, not tasks, has helped them become more efficient than ever. Also joining us is StoryBrand Founder Donald Miller, who has a lot to say about building a business from the ground up and dealing with naysayers.
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Dutch Bros Coffee CEO and Founder Travis Boersma has big expansion plans—like opening 800 new stores in the next five years—but he wouldn’t even dream of scaling at that rate without one thing: a passionate team. In fact, he credits his almost 10,000 employees, who he likes to call cultural cultivators, for the coffee chain’s continued success. Tune in to hear Travis explain why culture is king at Dutch Bros and how he pours into his team every day. Also joining us is Ramsey Solutions Executive Vice President of Business and Leadership Daniel Tardy with a game-changing lesson on getting your team members to act like owners.
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While some might argue that showing emotion is a sign of weakness, emotional wellness coach Miles Adcox says that doing so actually makes you stronger—and twice as effective as a leader. Not to mention, stifling your emotions kills your creativity, can have serious health consequences (think anxiety and depression for starters), and often leads to burnout. Tune in as Miles shares how to become emotionally fit to prevent all that. Also joining us is North Point Community Church lead pastor Clay Scroggins, who breaks down four simple but powerful habits to create much-needed clarity in this age of distraction.
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The average person spends more than 90,000 hours in their lifetime at work, which is why it’s so alarming that 70% of American workers report being unhappy with their jobs. Even if you love what you do, you can’t ignore the statistical likelihood that at least one of those disgruntled people is on your team. But, luckily, Ramsey Solutions’ own Ken Coleman insists it doesn’t have to be that way. And his against-the-odds breakthrough into broadcasting is all the proof we need. Tune in as Ken breaks down the Proximity Principle, his proven strategy to help all of us find a career we’re passionate about.
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Although it may seem like entrepreneur and New York Times best-selling author Daymond John has enjoyed a meteoric rise to the top, his success has actually been more than 20 years in the making. And the lessons he’s learned along the journey have shaped the way he runs his business today. Tune in as Daymond offers invaluable advice on everything from when and how to scale to the undeniable value of recognizing the contribution of your team members. No matter where you are in your career, this is one episode you definitely don’t want to miss!
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We’re wrapping up our special bonus content from EntreLeadership Summit and sharing a proven strategy from Ramsey Solutions’ own Ken Coleman to help lead you to a career you love. Tune in to hear Ken explain why the places you put yourself in dramatically affect the trajectory of your career. Pick the right ones and you’ll likely find yourself closing in on your dream job. If you are part of the 70% of Americans who are unhappy at work, you can’t afford to miss this! Also joining us are Daniel Tardy (Ramsey Solutions Executive Vice President of Business and Leadership) and Sarah Sloyan (EntreLeadership Senior Vice President) with an exclusive event wrap-up and one final lesson on growing your leadership.
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We’re continuing our bonus content from EntreLeadership Summit, this time with an outstanding panel discussion featuring Dave Ramsey, leadership expert Simon Sinek, and strengths expert Marcus Buckingham. Talk about a dream team! Join us as the powerhouse trio tackles questions from our attendees on topics ranging from pacing growth and surviving tough times to ways to spark creativity and innovation. Their answers are insightful and candid—and offer game-changing perspective for sure.
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We’re coming to you again from EntreLeadership Summit in San Diego, California, with another bonus episode. Tune in as Ramsey Solutions’ own Chris Hogan explains why your team is your most valuable resource as a leader—but only if you choose to invest in them professionally and personally. Do that and there’s no limit to what you can all accomplish together. Chris continues the conversation on our Live From Summit stage, where he sits down with Ramsey Solutions’ Executive Vice President of Business and Leadership Daniel Tardy. We’ll also hear from best-selling author and leadership expert Simon Sinek, who tells this sold-out crowd the five things you need to successfully play the infinite game of business.
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On today’s bonus episode, we’re taking you back to San Diego, California, where EntreLeadership Summit is underway. Have you ever heard of a natural-born leader? Well, we hate to break it to you, but there’s no such thing. Tune in as Dave Ramsey explains why leaders are built, not born, and what it takes to become an amazing one. Hint: It’s much more than being a boss—you know, the person who simply makes all the rules and signs all the paychecks. We’ll also take you behind the scenes to our Live From Summit stage where Ken Coleman sits down to chat—first with Dave, and later with speakers Dr. Henry Cloud and Patrick Lencioni. Get ready, folks. We’re just getting warmed up!
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On today’s episode, we’re taking you to San Diego, California, where EntreLeadership Summit is in full swing. Our most popular leadership event of the year, Summit has been sold out for months, but we didn’t want you to miss out on all the fun! Every day this week, we’ll be bringing you special episodes featuring exclusive content from Dave Ramsey and Ramsey Solutions’ own Chris Hogan and Ken Coleman. You also hear from our incredible speakers like Dr. Henry Cloud, Patrick Lencioni, Simon Sinek, and more. But for now, tune in as two podcast listeners share all about their own experiences at EntreLeadership Summit.
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As any entrepreneur will tell you, bringing a new idea to life can be unpredictable, but best-selling author Scott Belsky says there is one thing you can always count on: a messy middle. And that’s not necessarily a bad thing. In fact, Scott, who has worked with former start-ups like Airbnb, Pinterest and Uber, insists that this volatile time between the start and the finish of a project is the most crucial part of any venture. Tune in to find out why, as well as how to endure the tough moments and optimize the successful ones.
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According to a recent Gallup poll, only 33% of workers in the United States are engaged in their jobs—which means you’ve likely got some unhappy, unmotivated people in your own organization. The solution, says best-selling author and leadership expert Patrick Lencioni, starts and ends with simply showing your team members that you care about them. Tune in as Pat shares the three things everyone needs in order to love their work.
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If you regularly struggle to get to the bottom of your to-do list and think the solution is finding more hours in the week, best-selling author Michael Hyatt says you’re wasting your time. Instead, the leadership and personal growth expert insists that the key to achieving more is to actually do less. Tune in as Michael shares his three-step process for taking control of the time you have so you can become more focused and productive—and infinitely less overwhelmed. Now that’s what we call a win-win.
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After hitting the New York Times best-seller list in 2018 and with a 500% revenue increase for her company expected this year, Rachel Hollis isn’t slowing down anytime soon. But the founder of The Hollis Company is quick to point out that she has been anything but an overnight success. Join us to hear Rachel make the case for fiercely owning your dreams, listening to your tribe, and staying true to your vision as you build your business. If you’re chasing a big goal of your own, stay tuned as Dave Ramsey joins us to share the key to becoming unstoppable.
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While the influence of word of mouth on customer behavior is not particularly surprising, what New York Times best-selling author Jay Baer does find shocking is that few companies bother to build any sort of strategy around it. And that, he says, is a huge missed opportunity. Join us as Jay gets super tactical and breaks down exactly how to create talk triggers, also known as the strategic choices you make to get your customers talking about your product or service. Also joining us is EntreLeadership Senior Vice President Sarah Sloyan with insight on the unexpected power of moments.
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Whether you’re just starting your career, own your own business or are firmly established in the C suite, we all have one thing in common: people problems. It’s just like Dave says, “Business is easy until people get involved.” Tune in as EntreLeadership Senior Vice President Sarah Sloyan answers listeners’ questions about everything from where to find the best people for your team to course correcting and resolving conflict. We might just have the answer you’ve been looking for.
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Even if your work has nothing at all to do with aviation, the lessons former Navy fighter pilot Carey Lohrenz learned in the cockpit are universal—and will change the way you do business. Tune in as Carey, the first female F-14 Tomcat pilot, shares her thoughts on building a culture of excellence, overcoming fear, and the importance of finding focus. Leadership consultant Dr. Henry Cloud also joins us with a story about his personal experience flying in a fighter jet. Let’s just say flying at twice the speed of sound is not for the faint of heart! And finally, Patrick Lencioni, Founder and CEO of The Table Group, debunks the myth that good employees are impossible to find.
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We’re so excited to share highlights from our recent EntreLeadership 1-Day event! Over 1,000 small-business owners and leaders from around the country joined us in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to pour into themselves and their businesses. Tune in to hear Dave Ramsey explain why taking your time—our process has 12 steps—is the most important part of hiring the right people for your team. We’ll also hear from Ramsey Solutions’ own Christy Wright on the importance of building a motivated team. And finally, Dave and Ken Coleman answer attendees’ questions on everything from navigating roles in a family business to asking the right questions when interviewing potential team members. Get ready to take a lot of notes!
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What’s the one skill that all great leaders have in common? They’re master communicators. And on this week’s episode, we have one of the best. Craig Groeschel, founder and senior pastor of Life.Church—one of the largest churches in America—joins us to share his tips on how to sharpen your communication skills. He says it’s all about what you want people to know, how they should feel and how you’re going to lead them toward action. Staying on the subject of communication, Ken interviews two of Ramsey Solutions’ long-time leaders on the importance of staff meetings and how to do them well.
Corporate Lifecycles by Ichak Adizes
Predictable Success by Les McKeown
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Whether we like it or not—and sometimes, in spite of our best intentions and best efforts—failure is unavoidable. But that’s not necessarily a bad thing, says filmmaker Jon Erwin, whose production company makes faith-based, inspirational feature films. In fact, he insists if you examine failure closely—think an uncomfortable, really honest look—you may very well find the keys to your next big success. Tune in as Jon shares how doing just that helped him learn from a crushing box office loss in 2015 to go on to make the highest-grossing independent film of 2018. Also joining us is Craig Groeschel, founder and senior pastor of Life.Church, with an invaluable lesson on the power of feedback.
Feature films: Woodlawn and I Can Only Imagine
Outliers: The Story of Success by Malcolm Gladwell
Principles: Life and Work by Ray Dalio
Traction by Gino Wickman
Thanks for the Feedback by Douglas Stone and Sheila Heen
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News flash: When it comes to running a business, you can’t do it all. Sure, you can survive 90-hour work weeks for a season, but ultimately if you’re interested in building a business bigger than you, you’re going to have to delegate. And it’s not as simple as telling someone else to do something for you and hoping for the best. Tune in to hear Dave Ramsey explain the 10 basics of delegation, the same ones that helped him build his business from scratch and develop it into an international brand with more than 800 team members. Also joining us are Ramsey Solutions’ own Daniel Tardy and Sarah Sloyan who share why—and how—to develop new leaders within your organization. And finally, StoryBrand CEO Donald Miller weighs in on the undeniable value those leaders add to your bottom line. If you’re feeling even the least bit overwhelmed, don’t miss this powerful episode.
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Core values can be tricky. So many companies are quick to say they have them, but if you ask best-selling author and StoryBrand CEO Donald Miller, too few actually mean much of anything. And the reason is simple: They fail to answer three things that every team member wants—and needs—to know. Tune in to hear Donald explain exactly how to get your core values right so they inspire and motivate your team, not create mass confusion.
Ken Blanchard on A Leadership Vision for America
Free download: How to Create Core Values
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While chitchatting about the latest office rumor or griping about a coworker’s incompetence may feel harmless, New York Times best-selling author and leadership expert Stephen Mansfield says it’s anything but. In fact, gossip breeds distrust and can quickly spiral out of control, robbing your organization of morale, productivity and creativity. Join us as Stephen shares four things that every leader must do to shut down gossip for good.
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If you tend to blame yourself for your bad habits, New York Times best-selling author James Clear says you’re wasting your time. Not only does such behavior create feelings of guilt—which, by the way, are pretty counterproductive—but it also does nothing to get you any closer to achieving your goals. Tune in to hear James explain the real cause of bad habits (translation: You’re off the hook!), as well as some super easy strategies to help you break them and replace them with good ones. We think you’ll be amazed at how even the tiniest change can lead to really remarkable results.
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Have you ever dreamed of becoming a millionaire? Well, we’ve got some good news. Get this: It doesn’t matter where you come from or even what kind of job you have. Really! The truth is, ordinary people—just like you—can build extraordinary wealth. Sound too good to be true? Tune in as Ramsey Solutions’ own Chris Hogan shares a sneak peek of his brand-new book Everyday Millionaires and debunks everything you thought you knew about reaching millionaire status. And he’s got rock-solid statistics from the largest study ever conducted on American millionaires to prove it.
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A retired Navy SEAL and one of the world’s top endurance athletes, David Goggins doesn’t know the word “quit.” But that wasn’t always the case, and understandably so. After surviving a childhood of unimaginable physical abuse, poverty and prejudice, David says that failure had become the narrative of his life. That all changed when he decided to run toward his fear and, against all odds, became a Navy SEAL. Join us as David shares his unforgettable journey that will inspire and move you—and prove that anything is indeed possible.
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From tackling the right reasons to lead and the danger of complacency to figuring out how and why to drive innovation, we’ve covered a lotof ground in 2018. So much, in fact, that it’s near impossible to pick a favorite episode. But guess what? You don’t have to! We’ve compiled a comprehensive roundup of the year’s episodes that did what the best ones always do: inform and inspire, change our perspective, and challenge us to stretch ourselves. Trust us, they’re well worth a second (or third!) listen.
Dr. Marshall Goldsmith—4 Ways to Win Now
The Rundown:After years spent traveling the globe working with top CEOs, world-renowned leadership coach and best-selling author Dr. Marshall Goldsmith has discovered a universal truth: We all make mistakes. Luckily, there are four behaviors you can adopt right now that can help put you on a more successful—and likely more profitable—leadership path.
Top Takeaway:Although Marshall’s advice is simple and straightforward, lasting change takes time—and some pretty major commitment and determination.
Favorite Quote:“Stop asking for feedback and then expressing your opinion.” – Dr. Marshall Goldsmith
Patrick Lencioni—Lead for the Right Reasons
The Rundown:If you think being a leader is all about personal glory, fame and wealth, best-selling author and leadership expert Patrick Lencioni says you have it all wrong. Join us to hear Pat explain what he calls the only valid form of leadership, as well as the four things that only a leader can—and must—do.
Top Takeaway:As the leader, if you aren’t doing the hardest things, you aren’t doing your job.
Favorite Quote:“What we need to do is make it unacceptable for people to be leaders if they think it’s about them.” – Patrick Lencioni
Dan Heath—Moments That Change Lives
The Rundown:In a world where we’re all constantly trying to craft experiences—like that of our customers, patients, users, you name it—New York Timesbest-selling author Dan Heath has figured out how to get it right. The science behind Dan’s four essential elements of experience is as fascinating as the results they elicit.
Top Takeaway:The most memorable moments usually don’t involve grand gestures or over-the-top gimmicks.
Favorite Quote:“In a minute, you can change someone’s life. That is a power that I think many of us are not aware that we have, and certainly aren’t using the way that we can.” – Dan Heath
Charles Koch—The Danger of Complacency
The Rundown:Ever since taking over his family’s business at age 25, Charles Koch has been guided by a singular mantra: Success is one of the biggest enemies of success. Tune in as Charles explains why complacency is never an option and what you need to do to outpace your competition.
Top Takeaway:We all need to be lifelong learners, always striving to find new ways to deliver unparalleled value for our customers.
Favorite Quote:“Our philosophy is however well we’re doing as individuals in our roles or as a business, it can be done better. You need to constantly be striving to improve.” – Charles Koch
Carmine Gallo—The No. 1 Skill You Need Now
The Rundown:In the age of automation and artificial intelligence, there is one skill that has yet to be replicated by a robot: persuasive communication. Best-selling author Carmine Gallo calls it theskill that makes you irreplaceable in business today. Join us to learn two easy ways to up your communication game.
Top Takeaway:Your value is in your ideas, but ideas don’t sell themselves. Your success depends on your ability to communicate well.
Favorite Quote:“If you cannot advocate and champion your ideas persuasively, they’re not going to matter.” – Carmine Gallo
Bobby Gruenewald—Find a Way, Not an Excuse
The Rundown:Even if the odds are stacked against your next big idea—no budget, no time, no scope—you may be in a much better position than you think. Tune in to hear Bobby Gruenewald, Innovation Leader at Life.Church, explain why limited resources force you to become more creative and innovative.
Top Takeaway:Money is not always the solution to the problem. Surprisingly, an unlimited budget may actually limityour success.
Favorite Quote:“Innovation happens within constraints.” – Bobby Gruenewald
Charles Duhigg—Ignore Conventional Wisdom
The Rundown:If you ask New York Timesbest-selling author Charles Duhigg, many of the most innovative ideas today aren’t exactly original—and he’s got plenty of evidence to prove it. Join us as Charles breaks down the highly effective habits of creative people so you can learn how to drive innovation in your organization.
Top Takeaway:The most creative, ground-breaking solutions are often the result of bringing old solutions to new problems.
Favorite Quote:“When we give ourselves permission to take risks, to ignore convention, that’s when oftentimes we have our most creative ideas.” – Charles Duhigg
Ken Coleman—6 Stages of Self-Discovery
The Rundown:A self-proclaimed professional question asker, Ken Coleman—host of the EntreLeadership Podcast and The Ken Coleman Showon Sirius XM—has conducted hundreds of interviews and has concluded that most of us are in pursuit of the same thing: significance. Tune in as Ken walks us through his six-stage method of getting to what he calls the “sweet spot”: a pursuit that combines your greatest talent with your greatest passion. Now that’s what we call a dream job.
Top Takeaway:Asking questions (and lots of them!) is the secret to finding your path.
Favorite Quote:“Step into the confidence of the unknown.”
EntreLeadership Reading Guide (100 book recommendations!)
Harness Your Inner Genius from Infusionsoft
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As we all begin to look forward to 2019, we couldn’t think of a better way to close out the year than by answering some questions from our listeners. Tune in as host Ken Coleman and Ramsey Solutions Senior Vice President Daniel Tardy talk about everything from career advancement and idea generation to dealing with failure. Who knows, we might just have the answer you’ve been looking for too.
The Power of the Other by Dr. Henry Cloud
Sometimes You Win—Sometimes You Learn by John C. Maxwell
Daniel Tardy's book recommendation: Dare to Lead
Ken Coleman's book recommendation: The Power of Moments
EntreLeadership Reading Guide (100 book recommendations!)
Personalized Growth Planner from Infusionsoft
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When it comes to growing your career, marketing guru and best-selling author Seth Godin insists you have much more leverage than you think. Sure, it’s easy to blame a toxic environment, an unreasonable boss, or even not being in charge for your lack of advancement or personal development. But in reality, Seth explains, all of those things are just excuses. Tune in for his advice on how to overcome the obstacles you think are standing between you and your desired future. We’ll also share a lesson from Dave on why not making decisions—even the controversial ones—could cost you everything.
Buy Seth's book: This Is Marketing
Learn more about Seth's altMBA workshop
Seth's blog posts: A Sprint and The World's Worst Boss
Theodore Roosevelt's speech: The Man in the Arena
Free tool from EntreLeadership: How to Make Decisions
Office Automation Guide from Infusionsoft
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Twelve years ago, Wendy and Jay Papasan made a decision to get intentional about their shared goals, and they’ve never looked back. In fact, they are so passionate about casting a vision for their life that they now hold goal-setting retreats to teach other couples to do the same. Tune in to find out how this easy-to-do practice can change everything—it helped Wendy and Jay become net-worth millionaires in only 10 years—and how to do it yourself.
Wendy & Jay Papasan's Couples Goal Setting Retreat
How to Achieve Work/Life Balance from Infusionsoft
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Millennials are now the largest demographic in the workforce, meaning one thing: They are here to stay. And the future of your business may very well depend on them, which is exactly why millennials were such a hot topic at EntreLeadership Master Series this fall in Nashville. Tune in to hear Ramsey Solutions leaders Sarah Sloyan, Jason Blake and Luke LeFevre answer attendees’ questions about how to successfully lead and motivate this new generation of workers, as well as how to navigate common challenges (entitlement issues, anyone?). If you lead millennials, this is a can’t-miss episode for sure.
The Intentional Interview Checklist
Marketing to Millennials from Infusionsoft
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In 2015, EntreLeadership held our first-ever Summit in Orlando with 400 attendees and a dream to empower every single one of them with top-notch content from some of the biggest names in leadership and business. And today, although the venue has changed and our audience has grown tremendously (we’re anticipating over 3,000 attendees in San Diego in 2019!), our dream remains the same. Tune in to hear some extraordinary moments with some of our all-time favorite speakers: Lou Holtz, Simon Sinek, Alan Mulally, Dave Ramsey, Patrick Lencioni, and John C. Maxwell. And get ready to get inspired.
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We are so excited to share some of the highlights from last Friday’s EntreLeadership 1-Day event! Over 1,000 small-business owners and leaders from around the country gathered in Phoenix to learn all about navigating—and dominating—today’s increasingly complex, fast-paced marketplace. Join us to hear Ramsey Solutions’ own Chris Hogan explain why your first order of business has to be changing the way you think about leadership. Hint: If you think leadership has anything to do with a title, you need to tune in. We’ll also take you backstage with Dave Ramsey and EntreLeadership Vice President Sarah Sloyan as they answer a few questions from attendees.
#287: Bobby Gruenewald - Find a Way, Not an Excuse
#289: Scott Harrison - Turning Apathy Into Action
Watch the video lesson from Chris Hogan: Disrupt Your Leadership
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Ok, not everyone can (or wants to!) go live in a monastery like self-made billionaire entrepreneur Jesse Itzler did, but we can all certainly reap the benefits of the powerful lessons he learned while there. Removed from the endless distractions of his daily life, Jesse quickly realized that he was losing one of his greatest skills: thinking. If you too aren’t regularly spending time in thought, consider yourself warned. You’re headed straight toward burnout. Join us as Jesse shares how to avoid just that—and even gain more energy in the process.
Buy the book: Living With the Monks
Learn more about the Grand Hall Experience at Summit
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If you think being a leader is all about personal glory, fame and wealth, best-selling author and leadership expert Patrick Lencioni says you have it all wrong. Join us to hear Pat explain what he calls the only valid form of leadership, as well as the four things that only a leader can—and must—do. Also joining us is Ramsey Solutions Senior Vice President, Daniel Tardy, to answer team-related questions from two All Access members. As Dave likes to say, “Business is easy until people get involved!”
Patrick Lencioni's Unconference
Buy the book: Death by Meeting
How to use lead magnets to promote your business: Collect and Consult from Infusionsoft
We are so excited to share a highlight from this month’s EntreLeadership Master Series. Over 300 small-business owners and leaders from around country joined us in Nashville to spend four intense (but fun-filled!) days pouring into themselves and their business. Tune in to hear Dave Ramsey and Ramsey Solutions Senior Vice President Daniel Tardy answer attendees’ questions on everything from dealing with the emotional aftermath of firing a team member to working with millennials. It’s can’t-miss content, for sure.
How to Identify Your Target Market from Infusionsoft
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When charity: water founder and CEO Scott Harrison set out to solve the global water crisis, he knew he couldn’t do it alone. To that end, he it made it his number one priority to connect with the consumer in an authentic way—and it paid off, big time. Twelve years later, charity: water has brought clean water to over eight million people in 26 countries, thanks to the charitable contribution of a growing tribe of supporters. But Scott is just getting started. Tune in to hear the valuable lessons he’s learned along the way, as well as how he’s driving growth by continuing to pivot his fundraising efforts.
Previous Episode #114: Scott Harrison—Building a Culture of Innovation
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Harness Your Inner Genius from Infusionsoft
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No matter where you’re trying to take your business, clinical psychologist and leadership expert Dr. Henry Cloud says you can’t get there without one thing: vision. It’s that vision—something the best-selling author likes to call a desired future state--that dictates every single action you take, as well as who you need on your team. Tune in as Dr. Cloud gives an overview of five practical and effective steps to help you reach your next big goal. Also joining us is Blake Thompson, Executive Producer of Ramsey Solutions Media, who shares why and how a unified goal rallies the entire team.
Dr. Henry Cloud's Leadership University
EntreLeadership Summit Grand Hall Experience
Office Automation Guide from Infusionsoft
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Even if you feel like the odds are stacked against your next big idea—no budget, no time, no scope—you may be in a much better position than you think. According to Bobby Gruenewald, Innovation Leader at Life.Church, the more limited your resources, the more creative and innovative you have to be. Tune in as Bobby shares his story of bringing the first-ever Bible app YouVersion to life as well as the lessons he learned along the way.
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50 Ways to WOW Your Customers from Infusionsoft
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If you ask New York Times best-selling author Charles Duhigg, many of the most innovative ideas today aren’t exactly original—and he’s got plenty of evidence to prove it. Instead, the most creative, ground-breaking solutions are often the result of bringing old solutions to new problems. And ignoring conventional wisdom, he says, is a huge part of that process. Join us as Charles breaks down the highly effective habits of creative people so you can learn how to drive innovation in your own organization.
Critical Thinking Cheat Sheet from EntreLeadership
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When your business is on the growth track—think more locations, more customers, more payroll—it’s easy to forget that with growth comes new challenges. And, as author Dr. John Hillen warns, a blind spot will quickly turn into a full-blown crisis if you’re not adapting your leadership along the way. Tune in as John shares common signs of trouble and, better yet, exactly what to do to avoid it altogether. Also joining us is Ramsey Solutions Senior Vice President Daniel Tardy and EntreLeadership Vice President Sarah Sloyan to talk about the importance of replacing yourself as your organization gets bigger.
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The EntreLeader's Guide to Delegation from EntreLeadership
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In the age of automation and artificial intelligence, there is one skill that has yet to be replicated by a robot: persuasive communication. Best-selling author Carmine Gallo calls it the fundamental skill needed to increase your personal value by as much as 50%. In fact, he says it’s so powerful that mastering it will make you irreplaceable in business today. Tune in as Carmine shares two easy ways to up your own communication game.
5 Habits That Kill Team Unity from EntreLeadership
Marketing to Millennials Guide from Infusionsoft
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With only a 50% success rate, hiring is widely considered one of the single biggest problems in business today. But get it right and it can become your greatest opportunity for success, says New York Timesbest-selling author Dr. Geoff Smart. For starters, you will save time and money (on average, to the tune of $1.5 million or more a year!). Also, you’ll likely be able to grow your business and in turn, your profits. Join us as Geoff, who is also the chairman and founder of the leadership consulting firm gh.SMART, shares his simple four-step hiring method that works 90% of the time. Now those are odds we can get behind. And don’t miss host Ken Coleman’s rant on a recent Wall Street Journal article on an intriguing hiring trend!
Hiring Makeover from EntreLeadership
Collect and Consult: How to Use a Lead Magnet to Drive a Consultation from Infusionsoft
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It’s no secret that being a Navy SEAL requires acute mental toughness, emotional resilience, and an uncanny ability to perform under pressure. What you may not realize, however, says ex-Navy Commander and SEALFIT founder Mark Divine, is that those same qualities give you a sizeable advantage in the business world as well. Tune in as Mark shares insight on how to train your mind to successfully navigate an increasingly complex and volatile marketplace. Also joining us is Magnus Johnson, founder of Mission 22, to discuss the remarkable power of leading by example and the benefit of letting your team members fail.
Goal Tracker: Create Unstoppable Momentum from EntreLeadership
27 Email Templates from Infusionsoft
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Leadership and financial expert and Ramsey Solutions’ own Chris Hogan has good news and bad news. The good news? Small businesses have become the backbone of the American economy, driving economic growth through job creation, innovation, and community development. And the bad? Starting a business is easy, but running one is a completely different proposition. That’s where EntreLeadership Master Series comes in. Tune in as Chris explains how this four-day deep dive into the intricacies of operating a business—or as he likes to call it, a PhD in leadership—can completely transform your business. Also joining us is an EntreLeadership event alumnus, who after attending Master Series grew his visual effects business from two team members to over 100 across offices in Boston and Los Angeles. And that was just the beginning of his EntreLeadership journey. You’ll never guess what happened next!
Harness Your Inner Genius from Infusionsoft
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If you think a great idea is all it takes to be a successful entrepreneur, best-selling author and Princeton professor Derek Lidow says you might want to think twice about starting your own business. However, if you follow his advice and start by honestly determining whyyou want to be an entrepreneur, your chances of success dramatically increase. It also doesn’t hurt to look to some of the all-time greats for inspiration. Tune in as Derek shares what Sam Walton and Walt Disney did right (and wrong), as well as ways to win in your own endeavors. Also joining us is Ramsey Solutions Executive Vice President Brian Williams to share his thoughts on leading teams well. Trust us, after heading up four different teams in three years, he has a wealth of insight.
Leadership Growth Assessment from EntreLeadership
Small Business Office Automation Guide from Infusionsoft
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Michael Wystrach, CEO and co-founder of Freshly, insists that the best businesses are built by those who, first and foremost, are passionate about finding a solution to an unsolved problem. And based on the success of his all-natural, chef-cooked meal delivery service, he’s 100% right. In less than three years, Freshly has become a standout in the $1.2 trillion food industry and attracted heavyweight investors like Nestlé. Tune in as Michael talks about the necessity of passion, why the best marketing platform is always your product, and his mission to change the world one meal at a time. Ramsey Solutions’ senior vice president also joins us with All Access member Dathan to offer counsel and tactics for getting his business back on track.
Mission Mapper from EntreLeadership
Grow Your Customer Lifetime Value Worksheet from Infusionsoft
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Talent, skill, and an unparalleled work ethic may seem like a guaranteed recipe for success, but Molly Fletcher—acclaimed motivational speaker, author, and former sports agent—has seen fear undermine it all. Tune in as Molly explains how a positive mindset can be a total game-changer, unlocking boundless potential and unforeseen opportunities for growth. Better yet, she offers powerful advice on making this shift in your own life. Also joining us is Dave Ramsey, who shares why fear is such a dangerous thing and suggests ways to escape its manipulative grip.
Decision Making Checklist from EntreLeadership
Work/Life Balance from Infusionsoft
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In order to move your business forward, GE Business Innovations chief marketing officer Dara Treseder knows you have to first identify two things: where you are in the market and where you’d like to be. It’s in this space, which she calls the growth gap, that innovation is not only important but absolutely essential. Join us as Dara shares why partnerships are a game-changer (and ways to evaluate the best one for your venture), as well as what every marketing campaign needs to resonate in today’s competitive landscape. We’ll also share Dave Ramsey’s thoughts on market disruption and detail the three things you must avoid in order to survive.
Marketing to Millennials Guide from Infusionsoft
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While it may not be possible to eliminate all the daily distractions (we’re looking at you, 24/7 emails, social media notifications, and nonstop text messages!) in our lives, best-selling author Curt Steinhorst says we can all become measurably more focused by being intentional about what we pay attention to. Tune in as Curt details the four elements that affect your focus and offers solutions that can boost productivity, efficiency and, ultimately, your bottom line. Ramsey Solutions Senior Vice President Daniel Tardy and Ramsey Personality Christy Wright also join us to discuss simple ways to handle everyday distractions.
Get a free chapter of the book: Can I Have Your Attention?
A 7-Day Plan to Triple Your Productivity from EntreLeadership
Personalized Growth Planner from Infusionsoft
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The path to success is seldom entirely smooth, but venture capitalist Carter Cast says that shouldn’t derail your career—if, that is, you learn how to recognize your blind spots. Tune in as Carter, who is also an award-winning clinical professor at Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management, details the personality traits of the five archetypes found in every workplace. With a little self-awareness, you can easily identify which archetype you are so that you can maximize your strengthsandimprove upon your weaknesses to keep your career on track. EntreLeadership Vice President Sarah Sloyan also joins us for a candid conversation about ways she works to overcome her own personal limitations and offers tactical advice for helping team members do the same.
Leadership Growth Assessment from EntreLeadership
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In today’s ever-changing business environment, the most effective way to keep your organization competitive is with a team that is continuously learning, according to best-selling author Whitney Johnson. New challenges are not only important to keep us engaged and motivated, but they also lead to increased productivity and better morale. Tune in to find out how to determine where you are on your personal learning curve, as well as ways to help your team members along theirs.
Also joining us is Armando Lopez, executive director of HR at Ramsey Solutions, to talk about ways we are changing our interview process to ensure each candidate’s experience is a positive one.
The EntreLeader’s Guide to Hiring from EntreLeadership
Personalized Growth Planner from Infusionsoft
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Providing unbeatable value to customers is a timeless idea—and one that former Dollar General CEO Cal Turner Jr. credits for growing his family’s business into a billion-dollar enterprise. Join us as he shares stories straight from the entrepreneurial front lines, along with insight into his father’s founding strategy and why it worked. We’ll also hear from Dave and his daughter Rachel Cruze about how—and why—they keep family and business separate at the office. Spoiler alert: Clearly defined roles are the best place to start.
The 6 Major Mistakes That Will Destroy Your Family Business from EntreLeadership
Custom Growth Plan from Infusionsoft
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Former Southwest senior vice president of culture and communication Ginger Hardage knows firsthand that a healthy culture is a total game-changer. Not only does it lead to a more productive and creative workplace, but it also results in a happier, more unified team with significantly less turnover. In her latest venture, Unstoppable Cultures, Ginger draws upon her 25 years of experience at Southwest to help other companies build and sustain cultural greatness of their own. Tune in to hear her easy—and budget-friendly—ways to do the same in your own organization. Ramsey Solutions senior vice president Daniel Tardy also weighs in with five things that every thriving culture must have. We’ll wrap up the episode with Southwest CEO Gary Kelly’s thoughts on why he credits the airline’s now-famous cultural success to Ginger.
How to Grow a Remarkable Culture from EntreLeadership
Harness Your Inner Genius from Infusionsoft
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Researcher and New York Times best-selling author Shawn Achor returns to share some stunning new research on success, happiness and how to reach your full potential. Here’s a hint: You can’t do it alone. Instead, it is determined by how we complement, contribute to, and benefit from the abilities and achievements of people around us. Shawn has worked with over a third of the Fortune 100 companies, as well as the NFL, the NBA, the Pentagon and the White House. His talks have taken him to more than 50 countries, where he has spoken to CEOs in China, doctors in Dubai, schoolchildren in South Africa, and farmers in Zimbabwe. Join us to learnhow to unlock hidden sources of potential in yourself and others.
The Ultimate EntreLeadership Reading Guide from EntreLeadership
Collect and Consult: How to Use a Lead Magnet to Drive a Consultation from Infusionsoft
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If you’ve ever felt bored or less than inspired at work, Dan Cable, professor of organizational behavior at the London Business School, has good news: Your problem is biological, not motivational. Sure, that may sound a bit alarming at first, but the scientific explanation is rather simple—as is the solution. Tune in as Dan shares three easy ways to reactivate a crucial part of our brain called the seeking system so we can feel more motivated, more purposeful, and more alive at work.
The EntreLeader's Guide to Delegation from EntreLeadership
27 Email Templates from Infusionsoft
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In 2007, when Cheryl Bachelder took over as CEO of Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, Inc., the company was a mess. Profits were down, stock prices were at an all-time low, and morale had hit rock bottom. She knew her only hope of turning things around was to create a culture of servant leadership. And she was right. By investing in her most valuable resource—her team members and franchisees—Cheryl helped Popeyes reach $3.1 billion in revenue by fiscal year-end 2015. Tune in as Cheryl details the six principles of servant leadership that she credits for that success. They may very well contribute to yours too.
How to Create Core Values from EntreLeadership
50 Ways to WOW Your Customers from Infusionsoft
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Psychologist and New York Timesbest-selling author Adam Grant has spent his career studying ways to find more motivation and meaning in life, and he says a great place to start is by looking for purpose at work. Now depending on how you feel about your job, that may be easier said than done, but Adam insists that any one of us can create the job we want. Join us as he details ways to find more fulfillment and satisfaction at work, as well as how to navigate the ever-elusive idea of work/life balance.
43 Ways to Recognize Your Team from EntreLeadership
Personalized Growth Planner from Infusionsoft
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We’re wrapping up our special bonus content from EntreLeadership Summit with a powerful lesson from Southwest Airlines CEO Gary Kelly on leading his team through the airline’s recent tragedy in April. He offers tremendous insight on the importance of communication and teamwork—and it’s a testimony you’ll likely never forget. Next, a few members of Ramsey Solutions operating board of directors answer questions from our attendees, with topics ranging from core values to the origin of Summit itself. We’ll also hear from Will Moyers, CEO of Vallus Energy Consulting, who came to Summit to celebrate the EntreLeadership-driven transformation of his now debt-free business. And last but not least, Sarah Sloyan, EntreLeadership Vice President, joins us to recap some of her favorite moments from an incredible three days in San Antonio.
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We’re coming to you again from EntreLeadership Summit, this time with an outstanding panel discussion featuring Dave Ramsey, Seth Godin and Donald Miller. The powerhouse trio tackles questions from our attendees and addresses tough issues such as managing rapid growth, developing leaders instead of managers, and defining success within your own organization. Their answers are insightful, candid, and straightforward—and a game-changer for sure. Oak Run Associates’ Priya Ghumman, who also owns Development and Construction Corporation of America, will also be joining us. An EntreLeadership raving fan if we’ve ever met one, Priya has attended three Summits (and is already registered for next year!) and says the lessons she’s learned there have helped her transform her 40-year-old family business.
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We’re continuing our bonus content from EntreLeadership Summit with a lesson from Dave Ramsey on something that affects every single one of us: market disruption. Regardless of the business you’re in, change is the only constant in today’s marketplace. And if you want to survive, complacency is not an option. Tune in as Dave details the three things to avoid if you want to stay a step ahead of your competition. We’ll also hear incredible testimonies from two of this year’s 2,300 Summit attendees. The first comes from Christian Staples, owner of Arctic Spas, who has grown his business over 300% since discovering EntreLeadership five years ago. Next, PDG + Creative owner Andrew Oleson will explain how attending multiple EntreLeadership events has helped him transform his company’s culture and more than double his business. Get ready to be inspired!
Success Formula Challenge from EntreLeadership
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On today’s bonus episode, we’re taking you to San Antonio, Texas, where EntreLeadership Summit is in full swing. We start with Dave Ramsey as he introduces the theme of this year’s event and highlights a powerful and timeless leadership lesson straight from the Alamo. Next, Ramsey Solutions’ own Chris Hogan shares why it’s so important to get your team to think, act and care like you do. Better yet, he will tell you exactly how to get it done in your own business. And then the one and only Alan Mulally, former CEO of The Ford Motor Company, answers questions from our attendees. He covers everything from the secret to his success and how to create a high-performance culture to the profound impact his mother had on his approach to leadership. We end the episode with three-time Summit attendee Derek Evans, who explains the impact EntreLeadership has had on himself, his business and his team. Today is just the start of this special week. Check out new episodes each day and join in the fun!
Summit Swag Bag from EntreLeadership
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According to WhiteSpace at Work CEO Juliet Funt, oftentimes the key to accomplishing more is to momentarily do less. A strategic pause, what she calls “whitespace,” taken between activities to recalibrate and recuperate can help you reclaim lost productivity, creativity, time—and money. Juliet estimates that mindless busyness (such as pointless meetings, endless emails, redundant reports) costs businesses at least $1 million annually for every 50 employees. Her invaluable advice has helped teams at corporate giants like Nike, P&G, and Pepsi find greater balance and improve overall performance—and it can do the same for you. Join us to learn how to incorporate whitespace into your every day to reboot your exhausted brain and body.
Summit Swag Bag from EntreLeadership
Personalized Growth Planner from Infusionsoft
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Daymond John knows from experience that there is no such thing as a shortcut to the top. The entrepreneur and New York Times best-selling author, who first found success after turning $40 into the six-million-dollar FUBU brand, says the secret to his success is simple: good old-fashioned hard work. But don’t for a minute think that any of it has come easy. Tune in as Daymond shares his advice for outperforming and outhustling everyone else—even when unexpected obstacles like cancer get in the way.
All Rise Free Chapter from Rise and Grind from EntreLeadership
Work Life Balance from Infusionsoft
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Whether you’re an electrician or an analyst, a brain surgeon or a salesperson, New York Timesbest-selling author Daniel Pink has discovered a universal truth: When we do our work is just as important as howwe do it. Turns out even the brightest minds aren’t at their best at certain times of the day. Luckily, it’s possible to decipher your own patterns of performance—i.e., when you’re at your peak and when, well, you’re not—and then use that information to your advantage. Tune in to find out how to get your timing right in order to boost performance, make fewer mistakes, and heighten creativity.
Time Audit from EntreLeadership
14-Day Free Automation Software Trail from Infusionsoft
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If you’re constantly trying to find more hours in the day, New York Timesbest-selling author and leadership consultant Brian Moran might have just the solution: Plan to get more done in 12 weeks than most people get done in an entire year. Sound too good to be true? Not at all, insists Brian, who has helped thousands of clients shift from traditional annualized thinking to what he calls a 12-week year. And the results speak for themselves: increased efficiency, more focus, improved execution, higher productivity, and ultimately, less stress. Tune in to learn more about this game-changing approach and how to implement it in your own business.
Goal Tracker: Create Unstoppable Momentum from EntreLeadership
2018 Small Business Trends Report from Infusionsoft
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In a world where we’re all constantly trying to craft experiences—like that of our customers, patients, users, you name it—New York Timesbest-selling author Dan Heath has figured out how to get it right. And it generally doesn’t involve grand gestures or over-the-top gimmicks. The goal, he says, is to concentrate on creating a singular peak moment, otherwise known as the most positive part of any experience. The good news? Doing so is 100% under your control, whether you’re dealing with customers, team members, or even your very own children. The science behind Dan’s four essential elements of experience is as fascinating as the results they elicit. Join us to find out more.
EntreLeadership 1-Day Special Offer from EntreLeadership
Growing Customer Lifetime Value Worksheet from Infusionsoft
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Dr. Nate Regier believes wholeheartedly in the power and importance of healthy conflict communication—so much so that he built an entire business around it. He’s the co-founder and CEO of Next Element, which works with organizations around the world to help them see conflict as an opportunity to connect with their team members rather than a negative source of unwanted drama. Dr. Regier’s secret weapon is something he calls “compassionate accountability.” And he credits it for increasing trust, productivity and engagement one conversation at a time. Join us to find out why compassionate accountability is such a game changer and how you can bring it to your own organization.
How to Be an Influential Leader Course from EntreLeadership
Small Business Office Automation Guide from Infusionsoft
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After the near overnight success of their first food truck, followed by a winning appearance on ABC’s Shark Tank, Cousins Maine Lobster cofounders Jim Tselikis and Sabin Lomac found themselves in an enviable position. Financially, they had the capability to quickly scale their business—but getting past the fear was easier said than done. Join us to find out how the cousins strategically grew from one food truck to a nationwide franchise, hear the invaluable advice from their Shark Tankmentor Barbara Corcoran, and why they are determined to stay true to their roots during this time of exponential growth.
EntreLeadership 1-Day Special Offer from EntreLeadership
14-Day Free Automation Software Trail from Infusionsoft
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While the thought of having difficult conversations may fill most of us with dread, business social scientist Joseph Grenny says avoiding conflict is a big mistake. In fact, he says such conversations are absolutely crucial to an organization’s health and overall success. Sure, the stakes are high—and the tension may feel even higher—but ignoring incompetence or bad behavior only creates alienation and a culture of mistrust. Luckily, Joseph shares practical ways to defuse the situation and achieve a successful resolution. Also joining us is John Felkins, Director of All Access at Ramsey Solutions, with a few dos and don’ts for handling tough conversations.
Difficult Conversations Checklist from EntreLeadership
How to Achieve Work/Life Balance from Infusionsoft
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Regardless of the size of your organization or the type of work you do, William Vanderbloemen, CEO and founder of Vanderbloemen Search Group, says intentionally investing in your culture always pays off. Not only does a healthy workplace increase revenue and employee retention, but it also helps create a place that people are happy to come to every day. And the returns on that, as we all know, are endless. Tune in to find out William’s best advice for assessing the health of your own culture, and if necessary, how to whip it into tip top shape.
Culture Tool from William Vanderbloemen
Culture Tree from EntreLeadership
Harness Your Inner Genius from Infusionsoft
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If you use social media to market your business (and really, who doesn’t?), lifestyle and business expert Chalene Johnson says the best way to build your tribe is through something she calls “curiosity marketing.” The goal is to first position yourself as a trusted friend and give your customers just enough information to pique their interest and get them asking questions. That curiosity allows you to engage your customers in an authentic conversation, which then helps create a relationship that, with any luck, leads to a sale. Tune in to find out Chalene’s three golden rules of doing it well. Also joining us are Revelation Real Estate owners Chuck and Angela Fazio, who credit the EntreLeadership Master Series for helping them completely transform their culture and reach $1.4 billion in sales.
The Ultimate EntreLeadership Reading Guide from EntreLeadership
2018 Small Business Marketing Trends Report from Infusionsoft
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Rachel Hollis, best-selling author and CEO of Chic Media, hesitates to call herself a social media expert, although the mega brands she’s worked with—like Disney, Rubbermaid, and Target—would likely beg to differ. Instead she considers herself a tribe-building expert, and her vehicle of choice to do that? Social media. Whether you love it or hate it, social media is here to stay and, if used correctly, is a powerful marketing tool capable of taking your business to the next level. Tune in to find out the seven highly effective strategies Rachel swears by. Also joining us is EntreLeadership Senior Vice President Daniel Tardy with a useful whiteboard exercise to help keep tabs on your marketing return on investment.
7-Day Plan to Triple Your Productivity from EntreLeadership
Free Email Templates from Infusionsoft
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In the final installment of this special four-part episode, Jen Sievertsen, chief marketing officer of Ramsey Solutions, explains the best way to spend your marketing dollars now. She says the biggest challenge today is breaking through the overabundance of messages competing for your customer’s attention. Her best advice? Simplify, simplify, simplify. Tune in to find out how it’s done.
The Ultimate EntreLeadership Reading Guide
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In part three of this special four-part episode, Chic Media CEO Rachel Hollis shares her advice on the best way to spend your marketing dollars now. Rachel says it’s more important than ever to know the language of your demographic and the lifestyle they aspire to. Join us to find out how to do just that.
Rachel Hollis' website: The Chic Site
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In part two of this special four-part episode, Ryan Deiss, founder and CEO of DigitalMarketer.com, shares the best way to spend your marketing dollars now. Rather than making your product or brand the focus of your marketing efforts, he says you should concentrate on one thing: your customer. Tune in to find out how to make that important shift.
Ryan Deiss' website: Digital Marketer
Free tool: EntreLeadership Goal Tracker
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In this special four-part episode, we ask marketing pros Pat Flynn, Ryan Deiss, Rachel Hollis and Jen Sievertsen to weigh in on the best way to spend your marketing dollars now. Tune in to find out their top 2018 marketing trends so you can decide how to best connect with your customer—and maximize your budget at the same time. One thing’s for sure: getting the most bang out of every single buck is one trend we can all get on board with.
Pat Flynn's website: Smart Passive Income
Pat Flynn's book: Will It Fly?
Free tool: EntreLeadership Goal Tracker
Marketing to Millennials from Infusionsoft
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We are so excited to share some of the highlights from last week’s EntreLeadership Master Series! Over 175 small-business owners and leaders from around the country joined us in Nashville to spend four intense (and fun!) days pouring into themselves and their businesses. This episode includes key teachings from the week—on everything from becoming an EntreLeader to nurturing and unifying your team—from Dave, Chris Hogan, and several Ramsey Solutions leaders. And we’ll hear from repeat attendee Bill Black, who came to his first Master Series in 2014 and has since more than doubled his company’s revenue.
2018 Small Business Marketing Trends Report
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Bryan and Shannon Miles, cofounders of the wildly successful virtual support provider BELAY, have done what many would think impossible: create a unified and thriving culture among a team made up entirely of telecommuters. Turns out you don’t need to work in the same building—or in some cases, even the same state—to foster excellent communication, unparalleled accountability, and good morale. In lieu of a corporate office, Bryan and Shannon have decided to invest in their team instead of infrastructure. If eight years in business, 60 employees, and 500 contractors are any indication, it looks like they’re doing something really right. Tune in to find out how to do the same in your organization, virtual or not. Also joining us is All Access member Renee Daggett, president of AdminBooks, to highlight what you need to know now about the new tax bill.
ELP Small Business Tax Prep Checklist from EntreLeadership
Lifecycle Marketing from Infusionsoft
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When it comes to shaping a healthy and vibrant culture, Patty McCord—co-creator of the now viral (think over 12 million views) Netflix Culture deck—says most companies are doing it all wrong. In fact, she contends that commonly held “best practices” like performance reviews or limits on vacation time are surprisingly ineffective when it comes to keeping people motivated and engaged at work. Instead, during her 14-year tenure at Netflix, Patty found that people are far more productive when guided by their own logic and common sense rather than antiquated HR policies. Join us to find out how to create a culture of high performance and profitability in your own business, stat.
Patty's book: Powerful
Daniel Tardy White Board Session
EntreLeader's Guide to Delegation
Attract Worksheet: Identify Your Target Market from Infusionsoft
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A self-proclaimed professional question asker, Ken Coleman—host of the EntreLeadership Podcast and The Ken Coleman Show on Sirius XM—has conducted hundreds of interviews and has concluded that most of us are in pursuit of the same thing: significance. Simply put, we all want to feel as if we matter, that our life has purpose. And helping you find your calling is something that Ken is downright passionate about. Tune in to walk through his six-stage method of getting to what he calls the “sweet spot”: a pursuit that combines your greatest talent with your greatest passion. Now that’s what we call a dream job.
Free audio chapter from Ken's book: One Question
27 Email Templates from Infusionsoft
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Ever since taking over his family’s business at age 25, Charles Koch has been guided by one singular mantra: Success is one of the biggest enemies of success. Those powerful words have inspired the chairman and CEO of Koch Industries to keep pushing, keep experimenting, keep improving—a state he likes to call “continual transformation.” Koch’s ironclad belief that there is always a way to do it better has helped grow the company into a $100 billion enterprise—one that prides itself, first and foremost, on creating unparalleled value for its customers. And that’s something any business, regardless of size, can aspire to. Join us to hear Charles explain why complacency is never an option and what you need to do to outpace your competition.
Leadership Growth Assessment from EntreLeadership
Marketing to Millennials Guide from Infusionsoft
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We all know the creative process is unpredictable at best, but if you ask best-selling author Todd Henry, the one thing you can control every single time is the way you are guiding that work as the leader. Not only is your role more influential than you may realize, says the international speaker on leadership and creativity, but the stakes are about as high as they get. Without clear expectations from you—yet enough margin to allow them to take risks—your makers simply cannot do their best work, which threatens the very lifeblood of your organization. Tune in to find out the two things every creative needs to thrive, as well as what you need to do to lead creatives well.
Todd Henry's book: Herding Tigers
How to Achieve Work/Life Balance from Infusionsoft
Read Chapter 1 of Herding Tigers
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Author Jan Jones, who is also the founder and president of Jan Jones Worldwide Speakers Bureau, has found a way to save what no one can ever get enough of: time. Her solution—a can-do-it assistant—may seem like an unnecessary or even a too-expensive luxury, but Jan insists the right assistant doesn’t have to cost a lotand is worth every penny. The bottom line? Time is money. And if you’re spending your time booking appointments or ordering office supplies, well, you’re likely wasting a whole lot of money. Tune in to find out exactly what to look for in an assistant, as well as how to nurture and maximize that relationship so you can focus on the more important (and profitable) task of growing your business.
EP #153 Suzanne Simms—Qualities to Look For in Leaders
The EntreLeader's Guide to Delegation
2018 Small Business Marketing Trends Report
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After years spent traveling the globe working with top CEOs, world-renowned leadership coach and best-selling author Dr. Marshall Goldsmith has discovered a universal truth: We all make mistakes. And oftentimes, even the seemingly inconsequential ones (for instance, not saying thank you enough) can undermine the most skilled, charismatic leaders. Luckily, there are four behaviors you can adopt right now that can help put you on a more successful—and likely more profitable—leadership path. And though Marshall’s advice is simple and straightforward, don’t expect real change to come overnight without some major commitment and determination on your end. As Marshall likes to say, the challenge in life is not the understanding; it’s the doing. Tune in to find out how to make the most of Marshall’s proven and practical methods in your own business. Also, our very own Armando Lopez, Executive Director of Human Resources, joins us to answer your questions.
What Got You Here Won't Get You There
2018 Small Business Marketing Trends Report
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One of the most common misconceptions we all have about leadership is that it’s the same thing as authority, according to lead pastor of North Point Community Church, Clay Scroggins. During his 10-year tenure at the Alpharetta, GA-based megachurch, Clay has learned that nothing could be further from the truth. Instead, he has come to the conclusion that the real currency of leadership has nothing at all to do with being in charge but rather with influence. And that’s really great news, because every single one of us has the ability to be influential. The key is first figuring out who you are. Join us to find out where to go from there so you can start leading today.
How To Lead When You're Not In Charge
The Four Behaviors Cheat Sheet
2018 Small Business Marketing Trends Report
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If you could only use one word to describe 2017, it would have to be transformation. From politics to technology to the job market, there have been a lot changes this year.
Here at the EntreLeadership Podcast headquarters, that’s incredible news. We LOVE change—especially when it comes to helping you transform yourself and your business. It’s like former British prime minister Winston Churchill once said, “To improve is to change, so to be perfect is to have changed often.”
With that in mind, 2017 was a banner year. Our guests focused on helping you get better in many areas. To make the most of their sage advice, we’re closing out the year with clips from some of our favorite conversations. They were selected based on number of downloads and feedback from our listeners. We hope you enjoy them! Have a wonderful new year!
Seth Godin—Change Your Mind, Change Your Life
The Rundown: Marketing master Seth Godin returns to the podcast for an in-depth conversation on change, from why we avoid it to how you can make it the number one weapon in your arsenal.
Top Takeaway: Change creates an environment where you are not an expert. So if you don’t like the feeling of incompetence, you’ll fight the feeling of change. Getting comfortable with the feeling of being incompetent is one of the most important things you can do.
Favorite Quote: “The only way to get better is to do things differently.”
Chris Baréz-Brown—Escaping a Life on Autopilot
The Rundown: It’s been estimated that 50% of our time awake is spent on autopilot, leading to a life of missed moments and even less enjoyment at home and at work. Chris Baréz-Brown is on a mission to help us escape that routine. The inspirational speaker, author and business beatnik joins us to share his tips on how to feel more conscious, joyful and inspired, and how to avoid missing what matters most.
Top Takeaway: Want to break the cycle of running a hundred miles per hour all day—spending all of your time putting out fires? Take a walk with someone for 7.5 minutes and talk it up while they listen. It gives you better perspective, insight, ideas and the ability to think differently about the future.
Favorite Quote: “You can’t be a good creative leader unless you are a conscious leader.”
Jocko Willink—The Discipline Advantage
The Rundown: A favorite of our listeners, retired Navy SEAL commander Jocko Willink returns to our Top 10 list for the second year in a row. Once upon a time, Willink traveled the world on military missions. These days, as a best-selling author and leadership coach, his work still takes him around the globe but to a much different battlefield. Jocko joins us to share his thoughts on developing leaders.
Top Takeaway: If you want someone to step up into a leadership position, put them in one that’s slightly out of their comfort zone and watch them rise to the occasion. This idea doesn’t just work with your high-potential people; it works with your problem children who aren’t performing or have a negative attitude.
Favorite Quote: “If you’re the easy button for your team, they’re going to get trained and conditioned to use that easy button. They are going to come to you for everything.”
Jon Taffer—Rescue Your Business
The Rundown: When it comes to a struggling business, we’ve heard pretty much every excuse in the book: a terrible economy, a bad location, an overcrowded marketplace. But Jon Taffer isn’t buying it. The no-holds-barred star of Spike TV’s hit show Bar Rescue explains why excuses are the common denominator of all failing businesses—and exactly how to kick them to the curb for good.
Top Takeaway: You don’t have to spend a fortune with traditional advertising to market your business. All it takes is organization, high standards, an engaged owner and some common sense.
Favorite Quote: “Every failing business has a failing owner.”
David Allen—Getting Strategic With Personal Productivity
The Rundown: If “overwhelmed” seems like the best way to describe your day, listen in. Because the leading authority on personal organization, David Allen, joins us to discuss how to get things done. This best-selling author shares new insights on personal productivity and how you can become more effective, organized and focused, plus how you can plan projects like a pro.
Top Takeaway: You need to get things off your mind so you are free to focus on what you want to focus on. Your head is for developing ideas, not for holding them. Give yourself time to stop and reflect on how you’re doing. Build in a thinking process. Take two hours a week to step back and check the inventory of what’s going on.
Favorite Quote: “Your head is a crappy office to hold ideas.”
Chris Voss—Negotiating as if Your Life Depended on It
The Rundown: Former FBI international hostage negotiator Chris Voss joins us to share effective tactics and strategies you can use to become more persuasive in both your professional and personal life and how to solve business communication challenges with these hostage-negotiation techniques.
Top Takeaway: When negotiating, always use the “mirror technique.” Repeating the last three words someone said creates a connection and gives you permission to persuade.
Favorite Quote: “You become the smartest person in the room when you start tapping into other people’s brains.”
Bob Beaudine—The Power of Relationships
The Rundown: Remember the days of going to local events, handing out cards, and hoping to grab some new business? Bob Beaudine believes this kind of networking is not viable anymore because you already know everyone you need to—and it starts with your friends. As CEO of Eastman & Beaudine, Bob manages the nation’s leading executive-search firm in sports/entertainment.
Top Takeaway: Networking is not working for Americans any longer. Your most powerful network is created by simply by interacting with people in your daily life. Focus on doing business with your friends and the rest will take care of itself.
Favorite Quote: “You already know everyone you need to know.”
The Rundown: Ego is an enemy we all face—wrecking careers, impeding learning, and running companies into the ground. Entrepreneur and best-selling author Ryan Holiday joins us to discuss how to keep your ego in check in this age of “It’s all about me.” This is a must-listen for anyone who wants to succeed.
Top Takeaway: History is made by individuals who fought their egos at every turn, who avoided the spotlight, and who put their higher goals above their desire for recognition.
Favorite Quote: “Sometimes when everyone tells you you’re wrong, they’re wrong. But often when everyone says, ‘Hey that’s a really bad idea,’ they’re right and you should listen to them. Ego can make you lose the ability to discern good advice from bad advice.”
Simon Sinek—The Number One Question for Success
The Rundown: What’s the one question you need to ask that will propel you, your business and your team to greater heights? Leadership expert and best-selling author Simon Sinek stops by to give the answer, plus he shares lots of additional leadership and business tips.
Top Takeaway: Your why has to be front and center. It’s the thing that inspires people. It’s the thing that will give them their marching orders on how to build the business. As soon as your team knows the why, they’ll instinctively know what decision to make. That’s called scale.
Favorite Quote: “People rise to the occasion. Let them make decisions. Let them own it.”
Mel Robbins—5 Seconds to a Better Life and Business
The Rundown: What if you could become more confident, stop procrastinating, beat fear and uncertainty, story worrying, and feel happier? Mel Robbins says you can change in five seconds, and she’s sharing the tools you need to get started transforming your life.
Top Takeaway: You can do tricks to outsmart your mind. The moment you have an instinct you should do something but you start to hesitate or feel afraid, use the five-second rule. Start counting backwards 5-4-3-2-1 and then move.
Favorite Quote: “If you let your emotions kick in as someone is trying to undercut you, you’re not going to be powerful.”
Donald Miller—How to Double Your Revenue
The Rundown: Donald Miller, best-selling author and CEO of StoryBrand, knows your most powerful marketing tool has nothing to do with a big budget. The most effective marketing comes down to one simple thing: the right words.
Top Takeaway: We intuitively know we have to simplify our message. People aren’t as smart as we are in our field of expertise. Most of us are talking over their heads. We have to speak to their actual needs.
Favorite Quote: “The problem is you’re so smart that you have to get a dumb guy to look at your website.”
After accidentally starting a business (tune in for the whole story!) as a college undergrad, Student Maid founder and CEO Kristen Hadeed has learned a lot about leadership from her mistakes along the way—and you can too. But one of the most important things she’s learned is that no matter what business you’re in, everyone wants the same thing: to feel valued. To that end, she has become passionate about not only growing herself as a leader but also helping her team do the same. Her company may be in the cleaning business, but she likes to say she’s in the business of making her team members better people. You can do the same thing in your own business and if you ask Kristen, the upside is endless. Join us to learn how it’s done.
In part two of our interview, Dr. Michael Gervais dives deeper into the fascinating connection between our mental state and our performance—or as he calls it, “our thinking and our doing.” While it is possible to transform an anxious, unorganized mind into one that is highly disciplined and focused on the moment, there isn’t a quick fix or an easy hack. It’s takes commitment, relentless energy, and a willingness to get way outside your comfort zone. Join us to find out what Dr. Gervais says is the root cause of anxiety—and his proven protocol for overcoming it.
You could say that high-performance psychologist Dr. Michael Gervais is in the business of being the best—or at least his clients are. Everyone from the Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks to Olympic gold medalist Carli Lloyd and Fortune 100 CEOs has worked with him to maximize their mental game when the stakes have been the absolute highest. But whether you’re on the playing field or in the boardroom, learning how to discipline your mind (warning: it’s not easy but so worth it) can be the difference between your personal best or completely missing the mark. And it all starts by deciding to see the world differently. Join us for part one of this special two-part episode to start learning how it’s done.
When it comes to crushing your competition, marketing strategist Andy Cunningham says that, above all else, you need to be one thing: authentic. That advice is as true today as it was when she helped Steve Jobs launch the original Macintosh once upon a time. But, the cofounder and president of Cunningham Collective warns, that’s pretty much impossible to do without first decoding your company’s DNA. It’s that information—who you are and why you matter—that helps you position your brand successfully in the marketplace. Easier said than done? Luckily, Andy has a six-step checklist to simplify the entire process. Tune in to find out how it works. Also, in the spirit of the upcoming new year, enjoy a can’t-miss bonus lesson on goal setting from Dave himself.
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According to Chick-fil-A Vice President of High Performance Leadership and best-selling author Mark Miller, less is definitely not more when it comes to the number of leaders in your organization. In order to effectively manage ever-changing opportunities and growth—not to mention unforeseen problems—the best strategy is to routinely and systematically raise up new leaders to actually create a surplus of them. Hope is not an adequate strategy for building a business, Mark explains, but creating a leadership culture is. We couldn’t agree more. Tune in to learn Mark’s five-step process for creating a leadership culture in your own organization. Also joining us is Dan Ralphs, who holds the unique position of Dream Manager at Infusionsoft. He explains how helping his team members achieve their own personal goals makes them infinitely more engaged in the workplace.
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In working with businesses across 23 different industries, Ryan Levesque—CEO of The ASK Method Company and best-selling author—has discovered what a big (think $100-million- dollars big) difference the smallest subtleties in language can make. Turns out it’s not enough to simply ask people what they want. You have to use the right words in the right way to elicit the most truthful response. And when you do? You may very well watch your sales catapult from so-so to stellar. Tune in to find out how to successfully deploy The ASK Method in your business. Also weighing in on the tremendous power of asking questions is Antonio Garrido, cofounder and president of Sandler Training in Miami.
When New York Times best-selling author Clate Mask talks about scaling a small business, he has plenty of personal experience to draw upon. Infusionsoft, the start-up he cofounded in 2001 and now runs as CEO, is one of the fastest-growing private companies in Arizona and boasts annual revenues of over $80 million. His best advice? Learn to identify the growth curves of your business. They are more predictable than you think, Clate insists, and your preparation for them is absolutely pivotal to your success. Tune in to find out how to foresee and navigate growth with confidence. Also joining us is Bobby Brennan, CEO and Founder of Kamado Joe. His David-and-Goliath story of conquering the Big Green Egg—which at the time of his business’s launch had 90% market share—is nothing short of inspirational.
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World-renowned professor and best-selling author Renée Mauborgne has spent the last decade proving to businesses around the world that they have the power to shape their industry—in spite of the competition. In fact, making decisions based on what your competitors are doing achieves little more than turning you into them. Instead, Renée insists the best way to fuel growth is to create a new market—with conditions favorable to you—rather than allowing the current market conditions to dictate your decisions. Scary? Yes. Worth the risk? Absolutely. Join us to learn how you can shift into uncontested market space and win—big time.
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We are so excited to share some of the highlights from last Friday’s EntreLeadership 1-Day event! Over 1,000 small-business owners and leaders from around the country gathered in Nashville to learn all about building a championship team, and it was a power-packed day to say the least. Join us as Dave explains why your team is your absolute most valuable resource—and if it’s not, why it needs to be. He, along with best-selling author and leadership guru Patrick Lencioni, will also break down what might be sabotaging your company’s culture—and exactly how to turn things around for good. And we’ll hear from some of this year’s attendees as they share the personal challenges they’ve faced while running their own businesses. Head’s up: You’ll want to take some notes during this one!
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During her tenure at Dwyer Group, Co-Chair Dina Dwyer-Owens has helped grow the company into a billion-dollar international business. She credits much of that financial success to the company’s rock-solid system of core values. While many companies have them, most (think 95%) don’t do a thing with them. Tune in to find out how intentionally putting values into action can add major value to your bottom line. Now that’s an investment worth making.
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Donald Miller, best-selling author and CEO of StoryBrand, knows your most powerful marketing tool has nothing to do with a big budget. The most effective marketing comes down to one simple thing: the right words. Note: cute or clever ones never work. And the doubled, tripled—and even quadrupled—revenues of the more than 3,000 companies he’s worked with are all the proof we need. Join us to learn how to clarify your brand message so people will actually listen. Donald joined us last week in Nashville for EntreLeadership Master Series—and now you can watch him in action with our attendees on the EntreLeadership YouTube channel. We’ll also share highlights from this power-packed leadership event, including some special conversations with Ramsey Solutions leaders as they weigh in on the ever-important topics of goal setting and recruiting.
Our own Christy Wright knows that the lifeblood of any business—big or small—is straightforward, intentional communication. And she shares that advice daily with women all across the country who are taking the leap into starting their own businesses. Tune in to this special bonus episode to find out how communication can make or break your business—not to mention your bottom line.
Once upon a time, Jocko Willink—a retired and highly decorated Navy SEAL (he’s both a Silver and Bronze Star recipient)—traveled the world on military missions. These days, as a best-selling author and leadership coach, his work still takes him around the globe but to a much different battlefield. Jocko now spends his time helping civilians navigate all sorts of leadership challenges. And whether those obstacles are big or small, the solution for all of them comes down to one thing: discipline. Join us to find out more.
In this special bonus episode, our own Chris Hogan, best-selling author of Retire Inspired, explains why he has forced himself to get really comfortable with being uncomfortable—and why you should too! Although leading from your comfort zone may feel good, it is actually quite counterproductive in terms of growing yourself and your team. Turns out meaningful growth comes from trying new things and even setting goals that scare you. Join us to find out more—and then try it for yourself.
Did you know a high percentage of small businesses are started by emigrants? How about Fortune 100 and 500 companies? Ditto. So what gives them such an advantage? Best-selling author Brian Buffini returns to the podcast to discuss the emigrant edge and how you can apply these same attributes to your small business. It’s an amazing way to embrace challenges and opportunities to build your own American dream.
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An Intelligence Officer in three combat tours in Iraq and Afghanistan, Mike Erwin has had to weigh in on the heaviest of all decisions—the ones that involve life and death. Of course, military intel and his years of training were invaluable in those situations, but he would argue that solitude—those quiet moments that bring clarity—was equally important. Mike, who now serves as the CEO of the Character & Leadership Center, explores how some of history’s greatest leaders (think Winston Churchill and Martin Luther King Jr.) found courage and conviction during moments alone. Tune in to find out how you can too.
Best-selling author and leadership expert Patrick Lencioni has high standards when it comes to hiring, but the qualities he looks for might not be at all what you think. Join us to find out his three non-negotiable characteristics—and why the combination can be a total game changer for your team, your business, and your bottom line. Plus, we make an exciting, first-time-ever announcement about our upcoming EntreLeadership 1-Day event in Nashville. You’re not going to want to miss this!
From local radio to national syndication, Dave Ramsey and longtime producer Blake Thompson have been on quite a journey together. While the scope and reach of The Dave Ramsey Show have grown immensely, the focus still remains on one singular thing: providing hope for every listener. Join us as Dave and Blake reminisce about their humble radio beginnings, figuring it out along the way, and turning felt needs into thriving business units at Ramsey Solutions. Their best advice after all these years? Never, ever give up! Words to live by, for sure.
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Even if you’re offering up the most groundbreaking, one-in-a-million product, actually sealing the deal—the close—can be tricky. But best-selling author, sales leader and entrepreneur Anthony Iannarino insists it doesn’t have to be. In fact, in this episode, he explains that closing the deal can be the easiest part of the whole sales process. The key is approaching each transaction as a collaboration with and for your potential customer instead of as a self-serving proposition. This small shift in perspective may just mean big success for you.
Best-selling author and leadership consultant Jon Gordon has coached an impressive roster of powerhouse leaders from many organizations—the Clemson Tigers football team, the U.S. Military Academy and Dell to name a few. And they all have one thing in common: positivity. Whether on the football field or in the boardroom, Jon has learned that positivity is much more than just a state of mind; it is a state of action. Join us to find out why pessimists are simply incapable of changing the world and how you can break the habit of negativity.
New York Times best-selling author and leadership guru Stephen Mansfield has seen his share of powerful leaders crash and burn—and the fallout is pretty brutal (think reputations destroyed, careers ruined, billions of dollars lost). Find out what destructive mind-set Stephen has seen plague leadership and why confrontation is the key ingredient to success.
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Psychologist and best-selling author Dr. Robert Cialdini has spent over 30 years studying the science of influence—and everyone from Google and Microsoft to the United States Department of Justice has sought his expert advice. In this episode, Dr. Cialdini reveals the key to getting what you want lies in the sweet spot before the request is even made. Join us as he shares the method behind the scientifically based magic.
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When it comes to a struggling business, we’ve heard pretty much every excuse in the book: a terrible economy, a bad location, an overcrowded marketplace. But this week’s guest, Jon Taffer, isn’t buying it. The no-holds-barred star of Spike TV’s hit show Bar Rescue explains why excuses are the common denominator of all failing businesses—and exactly how to kick them to the curb for good.
One of our most popular guests, Dr. Tim Elmore, returns to discuss the next generation entering the workforce—Generation Z. This group is definitely different, and leadership styles will need to change. Also on tap, host Ken Coleman interviews one of our youngest EntreLeaders yet—15-year-old Drew Formsma.
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We’re all familiar with mentoring. But this week’s guest, leadership guru Ken Blanchard, puts a new spin on it. It’s not always about the older, wiser, seasoned business vet giving advice to a newbie just starting their career. Each has their own gifts they can share. In fact, developing effective communication and relationships across generations can be a tremendous opportunity for companies and individuals alike.
Dr. Arthur Laffer, world-renowned economist, father of supply-side economics, and advisor to President Ronald Reagan, joins us for a unique conversation on what makes an economy thrive and what makes it dive. He also shares his memories of the late president and what you, as a business owner, can do to prosper. Host Ken Coleman also answers your questions.
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The days of traditional advertising are quickly disappearing, so how do you get your name out there? Digital marketing expert Jeff Rosenblum joins us to share his secrets for making people passionate about your brand. Jeff is the founding partner of Questus, a digital marketing agency that has worked with some of the world’s most influential brands, including Apple, the Discovery Channel, Disney, the NFL and more. Also on the show, EntreLeader Andrew Hatfield talks about his million-dollar mistake and the lessons he learned from it.
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Imagine getting a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to catapult your business to the stratosphere by pitching it on the hit TV show Shark Tank . . . but you blow it. What do you do? If you are today’s guest, John Tabis, CEO and founder of The Bouqs Company, you take that tough lesson and turn it into even more success. John joins us to share his story and show how it’s possible to not only survive rejection but also thrive.
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Marketing master Seth Godin returns to the podcast for an in-depth conversation on change, from why we avoid it to how you can make it the number-one weapon in your arsenal. We’re also sharing another EntreLeader story. Small-business owner Mike Langston, owner of Tampa Sheds in Tampa, Florida, discusses his journey to success at his family business.
Entrepreneur and best-selling author Jeff Goins stops by the studio to discuss thriving in today’s creative age, whether you’re the next Michelangelo or a business person looking to launch that next great idea. Also on the show is social media expert Melissa Anthony Sinn, founder and CEO of anthonyBarnum Public Relations. She shares how to market in today’s digital world.
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What if you could become more confident, stop procrastinating, beat fear and uncertainty, story worrying, and feel happier? This week’s featured guest, Mel Robbins, says you can change in five seconds, and she’s sharing the tools you need to get started transforming your life. Also on board, Shawn Stevenson joins us to help you even more. He discusses why you can’t cheat sleep and how to get some great slumber.
As business owners and leaders, we have a deep desire to do work that matters. World-class musician, entrepreneur and author Zoro shares his keys for unlocking your limitless potential. Hear how attitude, learning, practicing and the power of proximity can help you maximize your talents and make the most impact on your business and in the world around you.
We wind up our EntreLeadership Summit podcast series with a fascinating conversation featuring Dave and best-selling business author Patrick Lencioni. The pair discuss the three qualities you need to look for when trying to hire ideal team members—and what characteristics you need to avoid. To wrap up, Dave and Pat answer questions from Summit attendees, including how to bust through to the next level, how to develop leaders, and how to stop spending your time putting out fires.
We’re continuing our bonus content from EntreLeadership Summit in Orlando, Florida, with some special conversations with Ramsey Solutions leaders. We start with Herb Jenkins, Executive Vice President. Herb shares what prevents a small business from hitting its marketing goals and the three simple questions you need to ask to keep everyone on track. We then talk with Daniel Tardy, Vice President of EntreLeadership, and Sarah Sloyan, Director of Sales for EntreLeadership. The pair recap the week’s top moments. We wrap up the episode with excerpts of Chris Hogan and Christy Wright from the stage.
On today’s bonus episode from EntreLeadership Summit, we’re featuring a Q&A session with one of our favorite leadership experts—Simon Sinek. In addition to his lesson, Simon took the time to answer queries from our attendees. Once off the stage, Simon continued sharing his insights in a special conversation with podcast host Ken Coleman. We’re wrapping up today’s episode with an interview with Josh Hayes, a top Dutch Bros. Coffee franchisee. Dutch Bros. is known for its amazing coffee and incredible culture. Josh shares how he keeps his team motivated and fired up to win.
He may be known for teaching leadership and writing international best sellers, but John C. Maxwell says what he’s most passionate about is personal growth. On the final day of EntreLeadership Summit, he takes the stage to share his tips on bringing out the best in yourself and your team. Check out this excerpt from his lesson. Following his talk, podcast host Ken Coleman interviews John for even more wisdom, plus our top leaders take part in a special Q&A session.
We start the second day of our special EntreLeadership Summit podcast series with an excerpt from today’s talk by one of the winningest college football coaches of all time—Lou Holtz. Lou shares his simple rule to success, which works for life or business. As a bonus, podcast host Ken Coleman interviews Coach Lou on the characteristics of a championship team, plus much more. Country superstar and entrepreneur John Rich also stops by. Then, we end the day with two EntreLeaders who share their stories.
We’re broadcasting live from EntreLeadership Summit in Orlando, Florida, this week. We start with opening remarks from our own Dave Ramsey on the power of intentionality and an additional interview with Dave by podcast host Ken Coleman. Also on tap, Ken interviews two EntreLeaders who share their stories. Today is just the start of this special week. Check out new episodes each day and take part in the fun!
If there are two qualities every small-business owner needs, it’s perseverance and the willingness to grow slowly. And this week’s featured guest could be a poster child for both. EntreLeader Danielle Ontiveros, CEO of Grab the Gold, joins us to discuss her company’s journey to becoming a national brand and how even a hurricane couldn’t stop her from building her business. EntreLeadership host Ken Coleman shares his thoughts on perseverance too, along with answering listeners’ mail.
If you’re struggling to recruit talent, listen in. Because according to this week’s guest, Adam Braun, your traditional candidate pool is about to get a lot deeper. The founder of Pencils of Promise, a nonprofit that builds elementary schools in third-world nations, has recently launched a new form of higher education. MissionU is an alternative to college that teaches students the hard and soft skills they need to thrive in any 21st century career. And did we mention that every student graduates without being saddled with debt? This is a fascinating conversation that explores a rising trend you can’t ignore.
In a recent study of CEOs, it was found that the highest predictor of success is knowing your own strengths and weaknesses. And on this week’s episode, we have the perfect person to help you become more self-aware. Best-selling author and psychologist Ian Morgan Cron joins us to discuss the Enneagram personality type system, which gives insight on who you are, how you think and feel, and why you act the way you do. If you are a leader or want to be one some day, don’t miss this episode.
Author and serial entrepreneur Mike Michalowicz joins us to discuss his principles for turning businesses from cash-eating monsters to money-making machines. Mike offers a simple cash-management solution that helps companies become permanently profitable and breaks the cycle of the day-to-day struggle to survive. Also on board, we’re interviewing EntreLeader Alex Andronic of Andronics Construction Company. Alex shares his journey from surviving to thriving.
When it comes to your business, you get things done—no matter what it takes. It’s just part of your DNA. But there is a cost to pay when you work nonstop, and it’s usually your family and health. So how do you win at work without losing at home? Ramsey Personality and Certified Business Coach Christy Wright joins the podcast to share her tips on life balance. Check it out.
In today’s business world, where job hopping is as common as beards on hipsters, how do you keep your workforce from leaving? Ryan Deiss, founder and CEO of DigitalMarketer, stops by the studio to share how he builds loyalty and keeps turnover low. The answer may not be what you think. It goes back to a practice that was used hundreds of years ago but is still applicable today.
As the CEO of one of the fastest growing financial firms in America, Patrick Bet-David knows business, especially when it comes to rapid growth. This entrepreneur joins us this week to share his tips on expanding a company, plus his own story of escaping Iran as a child, spending time in a refugee camp, and coming to America. This is an episode you don’t want to miss!
It’s an enemy we all face—wrecking careers, impeding learning, and running companies into the ground. This week’s guest, entrepreneur and best-selling author Ryan Holiday, joins us to discuss how to keep your ego in check in this age of “It’s all about me.” This is a must-listen for anyone who wants to succeed. Also on tap, EntreLeadership Vice President Daniel Tardy stops by to share tips on getting more things done in less time.
Scott Belsky, author of Making Ideas Happen and co-founder of Behance Inc., reveals his top tips for prioritizing your energy and keeping your team fired up while you’re in the trenches, fighting to make your dream a reality. Also on this episode, Brian Mayfield, Sr. Vice President of Ramsey Media, uncovers why the real work in sales begins after you’ve closed a deal.
Ideas are easy. But getting people to support them? That’s a whole different ballgame according to this week’s guest, Adam Grant. The awarding-winning Wharton professor, best-selling author and organizational psychologist joins the show to discuss how to recognize a good idea and how leaders can build cultures that welcome dissent. Also on this episode, EntreLeader Devin Becker shares his transformation from an “accidental leader” in his family business to becoming a more confident and effective EntreLeader.
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Dynamic entrepreneur and co-host of ABC’s Shark Tank Robert Herjavec knows what it takes to not only survive but also win. From escaping communism to delivering newspapers and waiting tables to building one of North America’s fastest growing technology companies, Robert’s done it all. He joins us to share his story plus insights on fighting fear, becoming a better leader, and learning to swim with sharks without being one.
What does Napoleon’s defeat, Michael Phelps’ Olympic victories and the discovery of atoms all have in common? Best-selling author Andy Andrews says they were all made (or broken) by the little things. He stops by the studio to discuss the impact of small changes and how they can make a big difference in your life too.
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Want to make your team happier, more productive and ready to take on every day? Acclaimed CEO David Novak joins us to discuss a simple but powerful tool that can help you achieve that goal: recognition. Whether you’re just starting a company or have hundreds of employees, this conversation will help you bring out the best in those around you. Also on tap, Ramsey Solutions Chief Experience Officer Brian Williams stops by to share his leadership tips and how he uses the DISC Profile System to communicate with his team.
Marketing and lifestyle expert Marie Forleo joins us for a fascinating conversation on how to fight fear, be more productive, and make the most of your life. Also on tap, we’re sharing a special audio clip from best-selling business author Patrick Lencioni’s amazing keynote speech from EntreLeadership Summit 2016.
Remember the days of going to local events, handing out cards, and hoping to grab some new business? This week’s guest, Bob Beaudine, believes this kind of networking is not viable anymore because you already know everyone you need to—and it starts with your friends. As CEO of Eastman & Beaudine, Bob manages the nation’s leading executive search firm in sports/entertainment. Also on the show, Daniel Tardy, vice president of EntreLeadership, joins us to share some advice for small-business owners.
Whether in business or sports, teams that are winning all have one thing in common: a sense of purpose. Best-selling author Don Yaeger joins us to discuss how you can create one for your employees. Also on tap, we’re sharing one of the most-talked about clips of the new year: Simon Sinek talking about leading millennials. And finally, we dug into the archives for a special clip on teamwork from former NBA coach and current LSU associate coach Brendan Suhr.
If “overwhelmed” seems like the best way to describe your day, listen in. Because the leading authority on personal organization, David Allen, joins us to discuss how to get things done. This best-selling author shares new insights on personal productivity and how you can become more effective, organized and focused, plus how you can plan projects like a pro.
Ace Hardware’s CEO and President John Venhuizen joins this week’s episode to share his company’s story of successfully reinventing itself to fight against ever-increasing competition from big box stores. With more than 4,800 stores locally owned and operated across the globe, it’s wasn’t an easy job. The secret? An irrational commitment and pursuit of amazing customer service and a whole lot of excellent leadership, culture and community along the way. Whether your company is big or small, you’re going to want to listen to this conversation.
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In today’s world with all of its diversions, it’s harder than ever to concentrate. But don’t give up! It’s still possible to focus intensely on cognitively demanding tasks, says this week’s featured guest, Cal Newport. The author and professor joins us to share his tips on a better way to avoid all those disruptions and transform your mind and habits.
It’s been estimated that more than 80% of our time awake is spent on autopilot, leading to a life of missed moments and even less enjoyment at home and at work. This week’s guest, Chris Baréz-Brown, is on a mission to help us escape that routine. The inspirational speaker, author and business beatnik joins us to share his tips on how to feel more conscious, joyful and inspired, and how to avoid missing what matters most.
Life is a series of negotiations. And in this week’s episode, we’re going to show how to be the best at it with the help of a former FBI international hostage negotiator. Chris Voss joins us to share effective tactics and strategies you can use to become more persuasive in both your professional and personal life and how to solve business communication challenges with these hostage negotiation techniques.
We’re taking a look back at 2016 by sharing clips from our favorite podcast episodes of the year based on the number of downloads and feedback from our listeners. We’re also featuring our top five EntreLeadership tools.
Want to make 2017 the best year yet? Then listen in, because organizational strategist, social innovator and executive coach Steve Graves joins us to share his practical steps for winning next year. Whether you are a start-up, a growing enterprise, or ready to pass the keys to the next generation, this episode is for you.
If the word innovation had a poster boy, it would be this week’s guest, Tim Ferriss. This entrepreneur, self-improvement guru, podcast host and best-selling author of The 4-Hour Workweek joins us to share his story. Tim discusses how to handle rejection, how to overcome fears, and why, at the end of the day, it’s never just about us. This is a fascinating conversation you don’t want to miss.
Imagine trying to lead a team without the power to hire, fire or promote. Even tougher? That team was the worst-performing one in its entire division. So what do you do? If you are former Naval Captain Mike Abrashoff, you focus on your leadership—not the crew’s deficiencies. His results were spectacular. Abrashoff turned the ship around and made it number one. He joins us to share his story and give some practical tips. Also on the show, EntreLeadership Coach John Felkins answers your business questions. Don’t miss these great conversations!
Jonah Berger, author of Contagious, explains the science behind why some products go viral while others don’t. Learn how to make your brand spread like wildfire without breaking your budget. Also, podcast listener and EntreLeadership Master Series attendee Brett Fischer shares his heart behind founding Victory Lane Camp, a support and therapy community for children with disabilities and their families. Get inspired by his passion and learn how EntreLeadership has helped him carry out his goal of spreading hope to those in need.
Imagine trying to launch a brand with a different team, different country, different culture and different language every week. Impossible, right? Not if you’re this week’s special guest, Kat Cole. The Group President of Focus Brands, parent company to well-known franchises like Cinnabon, Auntie Anne’s Pretzels, Carvel and Moe’s Southwest Grill, joins us to discuss her amazing story. Plus, Kat shares how building trust with your team is one of the main ingredients of success. Also on tap, we’re heading down to Main Street to learn from EntreLeader Adam Kugel, CEO of Kugel Corporation in Chehalis, Washington.
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When it comes to leadership, no one plays a more critical role than a military officer. The decisions they make can mean life or death. On this week’s episode, we’re featuring one of the best. Lt. Gen. George Flynn, USMC (Ret.) spent 38 years in the Marines, serving in some of the highest levels of leadership in the military. He currently consults with major corporations, think tanks and universities on organizational adaption and leadership. He joins the podcast to discuss the winning attributes of outstanding leaders and how you can build trust within your team.
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Country music legend and The Celebrity Apprentice winner John Rich joins us for our first live podcast straight from EntreLeadership Master Series. Hear John’s thoughts on taking risks, overcoming intimidating situations, and breaking through difficult barriers in business. In addition, EntreLeadership favorite and best-selling author Dr. Henry Cloud joins us to talk about the emotional impact your behavior as a leader makes on your team.
If you want to build a Steve Jobs-like environment, where innovation and creativity reign, cookie-cutter won’t cut it. Learn from management consulting expert Lisa Kay Solomon as she discusses how to design strategic conversations that accelerate change. Lisa will show you how to get your employees to view themselves as innovators, not clock-punchers.
If the attitude of entitlement is a disease, this week’s featured guest has the cure. Psychologist, leadership expert and best-selling author Dr. John Townsend joins us to share steps for leading those with an I-deserve-special-treatment mindset, whether it’s found in your team members, customers, kids . . . or even yourself! These are practical tools for a life of success.
Emotions are the primary drivers of our behavior, and we’re all hard-wired to let them get the upper hand. So how do you deal with them? This week’s guest, Dr. Travis Bradberry, discusses how understanding and increasing your emotional intelligence can take your leadership skills and workplace performance to new heights. Dr. Bradberry is the award-winning author of Emotional Intelligence 2.0 and co-founder of TalentSmart, the world’s leading provider of emotional intelligence tests and training.
Kelly Leonard, Executive Vice President of The Second City—the world’s premier comedy theater and school of improvisation—joins us to discuss how the skills used in improv can easily transfer to leadership and business. He shares techniques that can help any organization develop innovators, encourage adaptable leaders, and build transformational businesses.
Researcher and business consultant Marcus Buckingham returns to talk about making the most of your God-given talents and how you can use them to contribute to others. The former senior researcher at the Gallup Organization and best-selling author shares plenty of tips . . . plus a new way of thinking about your strengths that can be life-changing.
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and author Charles Duhigg returns to the podcast for a cutting-edge look at the science of productivity. He explains how we can improve at the things we do how and how to get more done without sacrificing what we care about most. This is a fascinating conversation. Also on tap, Dave discusses one of our core values: crusading. And always, we’re giving away FREE tools, so listen in!
In today’ economy, businesses that are winning create connections and community. And this week’s guest is going to share how to do exactly that. Robbie Kellman Baxter joins us to discuss the membership economy and how to find your super users. Because when you make your customers feel like they are members of a club, you’ll make more money and perform a really valuable service. Also on this episode, we’re sharing an EntreLeader’s story on turning a stop sign into a starting line, and we’re giving you free tools to help you win.
Entrepreneur extraordinaire and best-selling author Carrie Wilkerson joins us to talk some personal-growth gold, including how to be successful without leaving those you love behind and how to handle difficult conversations with one of your toughest employees—you! Also on this episode, EntreLeadership Coach John Felkins stops by to answer some small-business questions from our listeners.
You’re in for a special treat this week because legendary college football coach Lou Holtz joins us to talk football and so much more! One of the most celebrated and accomplished coaches in sports history, Lou has made a career of inspiring his players and motivating them to be winners. It’s advice that will transfer directly to you and your business! If you want to be a success and be a better leader, listen to this great conversation.
What would you do if you were only 24 years old, had no experience in business, and were asked to take the helm of your legendary father’s multi-million-dollar company? If you’re Amanda Holmes, you ask a lot of questions, say yes, and double business within two years. The CEO of Chet Holmes International is a marketing, sales and social-media wiz, and she’s sharing her story with you on this week’s podcast. This is a conversation you don’t want to miss.
What makes some people prosper while others struggle simply trying to get through the day? Jon Gordon, multi-best-selling author, joins us to discuss the keys to long-term sustainable growth at business and home. He discusses the simple factors of success that anyone can easily put into practice. Start loving your life again by listening in to this episode today!
If you find yourself stretched too thin, losing momentum, or working yourself to death without a lot of traction, listen in. Greg McKeown, best-selling author of Essentialism, teaches leaders of the most innovative companies around the world how to achieve the disciplined pursuit of doing less and getting more done. Greg shares his tips on finding out what’s important and breaking the habit of being distracted by things that don’t matter. It’s a seriously unique conversation that can help you break your business through to the next level.
As a leader, it’s your job to bring out the best in others. But how do you become a person of positive influence? This week’s guest, best-selling author and leadership expert Dr. Jackie Freiberg, lays out some practical, easy-to-implement ideas to get you started on the journey. If you want to become a better leader, build a brand you can be proud of, and live a life of significance, begin with this episode.
What’s the one question you need to ask that will propel you, your business and your team to greater heights? Leadership expert and best-selling author Simon Sinek stops by to give the answer, plus he shares lots of additional leadership and business tips. This episode is leadership gold.
Can small changes in your mindset, motivation or methodology double your business? Absolutely, says this week’s featured guest, Brian Buffini. And this guy knows. Brian immigrated to San Diego, California, in 1986 with basically nothing. After becoming one of the nation’s top real estate agents, he founded Buffini & Company, an organization dedicated to sharing his powerful lead-generation systems with others. Today, Buffini & Company has trained more than 3 million business professionals around the world.
What makes a super leader? After 10 years of research and more than 200 interviews, best-selling author Professor Sydney Finkelstein says they share a common goal—finding, nurturing, leading and even letting go of great people. Sydney shares what he’s learned and how you can be an incredible leader too. Also on tap, we’re sharing a special panel discussion with Dave, Jim Collins and Patrick Lencioni from this spring’s EntreLeadership Summit in Dallas.
What are the top virtues of a great team player? Best-selling author Patrick Lencioni joins us to talk about the three qualities that every awesome team member exhibits and how to identify, hire, and develop ideal team players in any kind of organization. If you are a small-business owner who’s hiring, a leader, or just a someday-in-the-future entrepreneur, this is the episode for you.
We’re going extreme this week with a special conversation with ultimate leader Jocko Willink. The retired Navy SEAL, recipient of the Silver and Bronze Stars, and best-selling author shares the mind-set and principles that enable SEAL units to accomplish the most difficult missions in combat. Also on this episode, Armando Lopez, Dave’s Executive Director of HR, stops by to discuss four onboarding mistakes to avoid. And we’re honoring legendary Tennessee Lady Vols Coach Pat Summit by re-airing her talk with host Ken Coleman on how to build a championship team.
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Go to lunch with one of our top leaders at Ramsey Solutions. Suzanne Simms, Executive Vice President of the Business to Consumer Division, joins host Ken Coleman for a special noontime discussion on leadership and how you can influence and lead. Also on board is EntreLeadership Coach John Felkins, who answers business questions sent in from our listeners.
Suzy Welch, co-author of the best-selling The Real-Life MBA, former editor of the Harvard Business Review, and wife of the legendary Jack Welch, joins us to talk all things business. She’s covering everything from why you need an overall strategy to best practices to working with your spouse. Also on this episode, we’re featuring a lesson from Dave on how to grow your business bigger than you.
Brian Clark, founder and CEO of Rainmaker Digital—the company behind Copyblogger, StudioPress, Synthesis, Rainmaker FM and Digital Commerce Institute—joins us to discuss content marketing strategies and how to easily connect and build a relationship with customers. Also on tap is Ramsey Solutions Personality and best-selling author Chris Hogan. He’ll walk you through the basics of delegation, with six steps that you can start today.
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Delegation may be something that everyone knows about but few know how to do it well. On this week’s episode, we’re talking to someone who excels at it. Craig Groeschel is senior pastor of Life.Church, the largest church in America with 570 team members, 25 campuses and weekly average attendance of more than 70,000. It might be a church, but it’s also one of the best-run organizations in the country. Craig shares some of his top tips for leading and growing an organization, including proper delegation.
How do you lead a generation of team members who work under a totally new set of rules? Leadership expert Dr. Tim Elmore joins us to share his research and advice on leading Millennials, who now make up a full one-third of our workforce. Also on tap, we’re featuring a special conversation with Dr. Meg Meeker, best-selling author of Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters. Dr. Meeker gives advice on how to raise great kids and parent really well.
Every leader needs to be a great storyteller, whether they speak publicly or not. And this week’s guest, communication guru Nancy Duarte, joins us to share her tips for creating compelling, persuasive communication. Also on the episode, we’re talking to fellow great communicators Ike and Guy Eastman. The brothers are owners of Eastmans’ Publishing Company and the hosts of Eastmans’ Hunting TV. They’re discussing their journey to debt freedom.
Want to be amazed at what you can get done in a day? Business and social-media expert Claire Diaz Ortiz joins us to discuss how to design your day so you work less and achieve more. And since Claire was an early employee of Twitter, we had to get her advice on social media too. To dive deeper into social, we also talk with Branden Harvey, who helps some of the biggest brands in the world tell their stories.
What makes a great EntreLeader? Our own Daniel Tardy, vice president of EntreLeadership, joins the podcast to share his story and what he’s learned through the years about becoming a leader others will follow. We’re also returning to Main Street with a special interview with small-business owner Megan Huffman. This EntreLeader discusses her journey to becoming debt-free as well as how she tackled some big financial issues at her business.
It’s all things EntreLeadership this week, with a lesson from Dave sharing the foundational principles that helped him win. We’re also hitting Main Street with an interview with a highly successful EntreLeader. And we wrap things up with part two of a conversation with the Ramsey family, including Winston and Rachel Cruze, Daniel Ramsey and Denise Whittemore
Social media expert, digital advertising agency CEO and best-selling author Gary Vaynerchuk returns for a fun conversation on business, leadership, social media and his tried-and-true methods for success.
Is there a way to generate amazing ideas or solve problems on demand? In our first feature interview, Todd Henry, author and expert on creativity, leadership and passion for work, shares his step-by-step process for being prolific, brilliant and healthy in life and work. Also on the episode, we join Alli Worthington, Executive Director of Propel Women, to dive deeper into trying to find balance in life. This wife and mother of five boys, a stepdaughter and a rescue dog knows a bit about the subject. She talks with our own Christy Wright about living in the tyranny of the urgent and how to find peace and purpose in the world of crazy. So if you are feeling overwhelmed and your creative juices are taking a holiday, this episode is for you.
Serial entrepreneur and Atlanta Hawks owner Jesse Itzler joins us to share his story of getting out of a rut and why every business owner needs to do the same. Warning, though: Itzler took it to the extreme. The former rapper and co-founder of Marquis Jet invited a Navy SEAL to live with him and his wife for a month so he could train with the toughest man on the planet. So if you feel like you need to break the routine and continue growing, listen in. This one is definitely for you.
We’re talking baseball, business and so much more with two incredible guests this week. First up is Chicago Cubs second baseman Ben Zobrist. This consummate professional became a superstar with the Kansas City Royals—not by showboating but with lots of hard work and consistent excellence in a variety of roles. Also on the roster is Kansas City Royals General Manager Dayton Moore, who talks about building a championship culture and team. So if you are looking to hit a home run, this podcast is for you!
Is it possible to keep your company’s culture intact and offer unbelievable customer service—even when your business is growing fast? Gary Kelly, CEO of Southwest Airlines, believes you can. Even though Southwest employs 50,000 and serve 118 million passengers per year, he and his team prove it every day! The CEO joins us to talk about his company, its culture, why people matter most, hiring, and the legacy of leadership. Also on tap is Dave’s CMO, Jen Sievertsen. Jen stops by to discuss how you can grow your business by creating trusted content. Fasten your seatbelts. This is going to be a super special episode.
Best-selling author Donald Miller returns to share more about what it means for you to tell your story the right way for your brand. He’s getting tactical, so grab a pen and notebook before joining us. Also on tap, digital marketing guru Amy Porterfield talks to our own Christy Wright about social media strategy and why it’s so critical to your business. Listen in, because you are going to learn!
EntreLeader Ryan Deiss, CEO of Digital Marketer, joins us for an in-depth conversation on small-business marketing. Ryan discusses how to avoid the trap of wearing out your customers and the balance between branding and selling. Ryan includes great takeaways that you can use today. To add to the conversation, former Yahoo Chief Solutions Officer and best-selling author Tim Sanders joins us to talk about what it takes to sell and how to get unstuck.
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Join marketing guru and best-selling author Seth Godin and Dave for an unprecedented conversation on making a difference in the marketplace, the new economy, and why you need to connect with your customers, plus much more. We’re also going to Main Street to talk with EntreLeader Dr. Gary Mennie about his journey to pay off more than a million dollars of business debt in 36 months. He’s already more than one-third of the way there!
We are diving deep into the heart of great leadership with Perry Noble, author and founding pastor of NewSpring Church in Anderson, South Carolina. Perry’s church has grown from a group of 15 people meeting in a living room to more than 30,000 weekly attendees at multiple locations across the state. Perry is a true student of leadership and is sharing his innovative approach. Whether you lead a business, a nonprofit or a ministry, this conversation is for you.
This month’s focus is family-owned business, and no one tells it better than Stephen Mansfield, the best-selling biographer of one of the world’s most famous brands. Stephen shares the story of the Guinness family and the beer that changed the world. You’ll walk away with some practical tips on how to run a family-owned business and the principles they used to win. To continue the theme, we’re talking with family-business expert Edgell Pyles, whose company helps families understand and work through the psychological dynamics of being in business together.
We’re sitting down with three future owners of Ramsey Solutions—Rachel Cruze, Winston Cruze and Daniel Ramsey—to discuss the dynamics of family business and the efforts it takes to slowly transition the company to the next generation. They’re discussing what works and what doesn’t work, how they’re being trained, and how communication is key. If you run a family business, don’t miss this podcast!
We’re hitting Main Street this week to talk to someone who’s getting it done in a big way. Kent Lapp, CEO of Woodtex Products, joins us to talk about leadership, transitioning a family business, and how to motivate a team. Also on this episode, Dave teaches how a detailed job description can help your team members win. And we wrap it up with our own Christy Wright speaking with Caren Merrick, founder and CEO of Pocket Mentor, on 10 things highly successful female leaders should never do.
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How can you successfully run a business in today’s ever-changing marketplace? Todd Duncan, sales entrepreneur and best-selling author of The $6,000 Egg, says it’s all about creating emotional connections with your customers. And he joins this week’s podcast to tell you how. EntreLeadership Coach John Felkins also stops by to answer some of our listeners’ questions. This episode is business gold. Don’t miss it.
Shark Tank’s Daymond John joins the podcast this week to share his story and give great advice to get you going. An entrepreneur in every sense of the word, Daymond grew FUBU, a fashionable sportswear line, from his initial $40 budget into a $6 billion brand. He’s the author of a new book, The Power of Broke.
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Want to create a company that’s built to last or take your business from good to great? Then listen in because one of our favorite guests is joining us for a unique conversation about both. Jim Collins, best-selling author, researcher and lifelong teacher of leadership, calls in for an in-depth discussion on what makes successful companies tick. If you want to be great by choice, don’t miss this podcast!
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How can you finally put an end to the common money traps that are blind-siding your business’ growth? Chris Hogan, Ramsey Personality and author of Retire Inspired, outlines a plan to help you avoid those traps, from how to create retained earnings to building a proper succession plan. Also featured on today’s episode is Britnie Turner, 27-year-old founder and CEO of Aerial Development Group, a multimillion-dollar urban revitalization real estate company that donates a percentage of its profits to improve lives locally and globally.
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What’s the fundamental weakness that keeps companies from scaling up? Verne Harnish, the best-selling author of one of our favorite books, Mastering the Rockefeller Habits, joins us to discuss what’s holding businesses back and how to get them growing. To start your new year right, we’re featuring a clip from Dave on making the most of time management.
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We’re highlighting some of our favorite podcast interviews of the year. Check out these great conversations with:
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Would you love to do what others say can’t be done? Then don’t miss this week’s featured interview with Mick Ebeling, who excels at the impossible. Honored as one of the Top 50 Most Creative People of 2014, Ebeling is a film/television/commercial producer, philanthropist, author and CEO of Not Impossible—an organization that develops creative solutions to address real-world problems. Also stopping by is our own Chris Hogan, who has some super exciting news to share with our listeners.
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Is it possible to successfully lead when you’re faced with many limitations? Yes you can, says this week’s featured guest, Mike Hamilton. The former athletic director at The University of Tennessee and executive director of Show Hope stops by to discuss leading within parameters, plus hiring, inspiring and transforming lives. Also joining this episode is Ryan Deiss, founder of Digital Marketer. He’s answering small business owners’ questions along with our EntreLeadership coach John Felkins.
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Do you ever wonder what’s holding you back? Marketing guru and best-selling author Seth Godin joins the show to answer this important question, plus he'll discuss the power of being childlike and leaping into places that feel uncomfortable. EntreLeadership Coach John Felkins also stops by to answer your business and leadership questions. Listen in. This is the perfect episode to start the new year right.
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Want to create goals that last? Then listen in because we’re featuring Dave explaining the five components you need to make your goals more than just “maybe someday” dreams. On the same theme, EntreLeader Jim Cavale, president of Iron Tribe Fitness, joins us to share his company’s story and how they are winning because they understand the power of goal setting. If you want to start 2016 on the right foot, this week’s podcast is for you!
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Col. Littleton: This designer and small-business owner is known for his upscale, hand-crafted leather goods sold all over the world. He’s also an EntreLeader who truly believes in following the Golden Rule. We’re also featuring a lesson from Dave on gratitude and team recognition.
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Positive psychology expert Shawn Achor joins for a fascinating conversation on happiness and how it can change your world and your organization. Through his years of research, this former Harvard professor has found that a positive mindset can lead to increased intelligence and creativity. It can even triple your problem-solving skills! And here’s the best part: Happiness is something anyone can cultivate—even in the worst circumstances. We’re also talking with leadership consultant Brad Lomenick on the essential habits you need to get things done.
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How do you fight through panic when everything seems to be going wrong? Millionaire entrepreneur Robert Kiyosaki, best-selling author of Rich Dad, Poor Dad, joins us to share his story on conquering fear and how you can do the same. We’re also featuring an awesome clip from Dave, who also talks about conquering fear and the steps needed to make tough decisions. Join us!
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If you are ready to overcome your challenges and celebrate the joy of today and the possibility of tomorrow, you have found the right place. On this week’s podcast, John O’Leary shows you how to take life’s toughest tests and turn them into incredible growth. He’ll also share the key strategies you need to succeed in any environment. This is one of the most inspiring podcasts we’ve ever aired. If you want to lead a fuller, more significant life, this interview will start you down the right path. Don’t miss it.
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Mega marketing expert Lewis Howes joins the podcast to share the tips and habits he’s gathered from interviewing “the greats.” It’s not about avoiding or neutralizing traumatic life experiences, he says. Instead, it’s applying specific habits and tools to embrace and overcome adversity. On the same path, best-selling author Whitney Johnson drops by to discuss how to go from stuck to unstuck and be successful in many unexpected ways.
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Can conflict be a healthy thing? Absolutely. And Les Parrott, renowned author and psychologist, tells how to deal with disagreements in a healthy way, so everyone wins. Dave Ramsey also stops by to share his tips on casting your vision—telling your team where you are going and how you’re going to get there—and why it’s so important to your company.
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Create an extraordinary workplace with the help of psychologist Ron Friedman, who joins us this week to discuss how to inspire and engage your team as well as how to get people more passionate about their jobs.
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Learn how to lead and build an amazing culture from Walt Disney World Resort’s former Executive Vice President of Operations Lee Cockerell. One of Lee's major and lasting legacies was the creation of Disney Great Leader Strategies, which is used to train and develop the 7,000 leaders at Walt Disney World.
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Want to change the world or simply make your business better? Don’t miss this conversation with Scott Harrison, CEO and founder of Charity: Water. Scott understands what it takes to start, sustain and keep growing a foundation through innovation and passion.
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#113: Michael Hyatt—The Power of One Conversation
One of our most popular guests, leadership and personal growth expert Michael Hyatt, returns to the podcast for a great conversation on conversation. Plus he shares tips on improving yourself, failing forward, and why you need to take a nap every day.
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We’re talking with one of the world’s leading experts on Facebook marketing, Mari Smith. She’ll discuss how to easily create content and build relationships with customers on the world’s largest platform. You’re going to like it!
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We’re talking with three extraordinary business people who are sharing their best tips. We start with Dave’s EVP Jack Galloway, who talks leadership. He is followed by Bryan and Shannon Miles of eaHELP, who focus on delegation.
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Best-selling author Dan Miller joins us to discuss the two most important questions you can ask yourself: Why are you here and how can you integrate that dream into work? Plus, we’re featuring a really special talk from Dave about work-life balance.
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Called one of the greatest thinkers and nonfiction writers of his generation, author and researcher Tom Rath returns to our podcast to reveal the three keys that matter most for your daily health, well-being, and engagement in your work.
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We’re talking with one of our favorite guests: social-media genius Gary Vaynerchuk. Gary’s discussing the character qualities every person needs to win, and how you balance them with success. It’s an amazing conversation—one you don’t want to miss.
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If you ever dreamed of owning your own side business, then listen in. This week’s podcast features Ramsey Personality Christy Wright. A business coach, speaker and blogger, Christy helps moms across the nation turn their talents and gifts into income.
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Darren Hardy, publisher of Success magazine, mentor to CEOs and entrepreneurs, and best-selling author, joins the program this week to discuss the emotional roller coaster ride of entrepreneurship and how to survive it.
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Can you run a company that cares and still make money? Absolutely, and this week’s guests share how to make it happen. Dave starts by discussing why people matter most. And entrepreneur Dale Partridge shares his story of people over profit.
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Millennial expert and best-selling author Paul Angone joins us to discuss how to hire, lead, and connect with Generation Y. Also on the episode, EntreLeadership Coach John Felkins continues the conversation by discussing the pros and cons of working with millennials.
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When it comes to talking about their companies, most small business owners don’t know where to start—until now. We’re talking with best-selling author Donald Miller about why you need to tell your company’s story and how to do it well so that you can effectively spread your message. End of story? Don’t miss this interview!
We’re talking hiring with Travis Boersma, co-founder of one of the fastest-growing companies in the U.S.—Dutch Bros. Coffee. Travis employs more than 4,500 team members, all who are crazy passionate about his company. Listen in for his top tips.
Want to transform your life and accomplish more? Best-selling author Gretchen Rubin joins the podcast this week to show you how to break bad habits and create good ones that will last. This is a life changer. Don’t miss it.
Dave stops by for a special conversation for our podcast’s 100th episode. And we’re highlighting the top answers from our favorite guests of the past year.
Business requires creativity, and best-selling author Austin Kleon shows you how to develop it on this week's podcast. You'll discover your own path, get directly in touch with your artistic side, and let that creativity flow to better your efforts and win. Another great episode sponsored by our friends at Infusionsoft. http://www.entreleadership.com/podcast
One of the most successful female entrepreneurs of her generation, Ali Brown joins this week's podcast to share her story of success. Plus, EntreLeadership Coach John Felkins stops by the studio to answer your business questions. Another great episode sponsored by our friends at Infusionsoft. http://www.entreleadership.com/podcast
This week's podcast is a slam dunk with two legends joining us to talk leadership and maybe even a little basketball. First up is business titan Jack Welch, former CEO of GE. Jack shares his thoughts on winning the game, building a team, and growing your career. Then you'll meet Kevin Eastman, the vice president of basketball operations for the L.A. Clippers. Kevin shares his thoughts on teamwork, excellence and culture. Listen in because this one definitely is a three-pointer. Another great episode sponsored by our friends at Infusionsoft. http://www.entreleadership.com/podcast
How do you know if you and your team members are doing an awesome job? Tom Ziglar, son of the legendary Zig Ziglar, shares his company's performance formula so you can easily find out. Plus, he's a Ziglar, so you know you're going to be inspired!
Need advice from those winning every day? We're featuring real estate moguls Jason and David Benham on facing the tough times, as well as time and productivity expert Laura Vanderkam.
We're celebrating March Madness with a bonus podcast featuring former NBA coach and leadership expert Brendan Suhr. Stay tuned for a chance to win an all-expense-paid trip to the EntreLeadership Summit!
This week, we're all about creating company culture, and we're talking with two leading experts on it for their top tips. Jon Gordon is author of The Energy Bus: 10 Rules to Fuel Your Life, Work and Team with Positive Energy and Bob Burg, author of The Go-Giver.
Internationally recognized leadership expert John C. Maxwell joins the podcast to discuss one of the single most important traits every great leader possesses—curiosity—and how it can help you win. Plus, John shares one of our favorite stories: his friendship with legendary UCLA basketball coach John Wooden.
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This is an episode you don't want to miss! We're talking with two of the top leadership experts in the country. Psychologist and best-selling author Dr. Henry Cloud joins us to outline 10 common life patterns that sabotage success and the concrete steps you can take to overcome them. And John G. Miller, author of QBQ, stops by to talk about personal accountability.
One of our favorite guests, best-selling author Rabbi Daniel Lapin, discusses a new way to view and approach success with practical, simple strategies based on key concepts from the Bible. Plus, we're talking with Rory Vaden for his insight on procrastination. So don't delay—listen to this podcast now.
Is it possible to have a company where politics are minimized, clarity is king, and team members are passionate about what they do? Absolutely. And this episode’s guest, best-selling business author Patrick Lencioni, tells us how.
Best-selling author Clate Mask, cofounder and CEO of Infusionsoft, joins the podcast to discuss how to successfully grow your business without sacrificing the lifestyle you deserve. He'll help you bring order to your business today.
Remember when you first started your company and you didn't know enough to be afraid? You were unstoppable—full of wonder and curiosity. In our newest podcast, best-selling author Liz Wiseman tells us how to recapture that feeling and once again become unstoppable.
For most people, charity begins at home, but for social entrepreneur Barrett Ward, it starts with a job. Barrett is founder and CEO of fashionABLE, an apparel company that creates employment opportunities for vulnerable women in Africa. This is an interview you don’t want to miss.
Step aside, Pharrell. We’re talking with Richard Sheridan, best-selling author of Joy, Inc. and CEO of Menlo Innovations, one of the most unusual and culturally rich companies in America. Richard discusses how to bring joy into the workplace—and yes, get happy again.
Mike Rowe of Dirty Jobs and current host of CNN's Somebody's Gotta Do It joins our podcast to talk about his new show, entrepreneurship and the desperate need for skilled labor. Plus, check out our bonus audio with Mike on his greatest passion and the mikeroweWORKS Foundation.
Communication coach and best-selling author Carmine Gallo shows you how to persuasively sell your ideas and give kick-butt presentations. Plus, don’t forget to check out our bonus video on the power of public speaking from EntreLeadership Coach John Felkins.
Join host Ken Coleman for a fascinating conversation with Sebastian Bailey, co-author of Mind Gym. The best-selling author shows you how to transform your personal and professional life by changing the way you think. Plus, we’re including bonus quizzes on optimism (https://a248.e.akamai.net/f/1611/26335/9h/dramsey.download.akamai.com/23572/daveramsey.com/media/hope/entre/pdf/podcast/optimist.pdf) and procrastination (https://a248.e.akamai.net/f/1611/26335/9h/dramsey.download.akamai.com/23572/daveramsey.com/media/hope/entre/pdf/podcast/stop_procrastinating.pdf) from the book that you can take later. But that’s just the start. Stick around because we’re also featuring:
How do you make your product or service shine in today’s oversaturated, ADD-addled marketplace? Jay Baer, best-selling author of Youtility: Why Smart Marketing Is about Help not Hype, joins our podcast to show you how to cut through all the clutter. As a bonus, we’re giving away 50 copies of Jay’s book and a quick worksheet (http://res.cloudinary.com/test-entreleadership-com/image/upload/v1412363934/vzyynw3ct4kwgoz2x2l8.pdf) to get you started on a smart marketing campaign of your own. Stay tuned!
Best-selling author Daniel Pink joins our podcast to discuss effective ways to sell in today’s world of instant information. And our own Chris Hogan explains why everyone is in sales. Listen to this one to the end because we’re also including two special offers you won’t want to miss. Stay tuned!
Why do we do what we do, whether in business or life? Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter Charles Duhigg believes it’s all because of the power of habit. On this week’s EntreLeadership Podcast, he explains why habits exist and how we can change them to transform our businesses, communities and lives.
Marketing superstar Seth Godin joins Dave Ramsey and podcast host Ken Coleman to talk about fighting fear, the power of peers and the benefits of royally screwing up. This is a podcast you won’t want to miss because we’re including a special offer for EntreLeaders to meet Seth, Dave and Gary Vaynerchuk in New York City. Listen now!
In a world with an average nine-second attention span, how do you connect with your team, customers and even your family? Best-selling author and world-class branding expert Sally Hogshead says it’s all about fascination. On this podcast, she shows you how to become intensely valuable to others, so the world sees you at your best.
On this week’s podcast, two of the top leadership minds in the country—Jim Collins and Bob Buford—hang out with host Ken Coleman to talk about their mentor Peter Drucker. They share their personal stories on the man who has been called the father of modern management. As a special bonus, leadership guru Michael Hyatt drops by to give his tips on mentorship too.
How do you create a culture where trust and cooperation are as common as a 10 a.m. coffee break? It’s all about great leadership. And on this episode, we’re discussing the secret to great leadership with one the most influential and innovative voices on the subject. Best-selling author Simon Sinek joins podcast host Ken Coleman to discuss how you can get your team to seamlessly work together and accomplish remarkable things.
Has the dream of starting your own business turned into the nightmare that's keeping you up at night? Listen in as host Chris Hogan and author of the best-selling E-Myth series Michael Gerber unpack the skills every entrepreneur needs to rock at business.
Join us for an in-depth conversation with the one-and-only Mark Cuban, entrepreneur extraordinaire and passionate owner of the Dallas Mavericks. Cuban stopped by our studio to talk with Dave about life, his journey to becoming a business owner, his companies and what every business owner needs to do to become a success. Listen in and get inspired to win.
On this week's episode, EntreLeadership coach John Felkins is back in the studio with host Chris Hogan to answer your questions!
Is it possible to run a company with minimal politics, high morale, low turnover and off-the-charts productivity? Absolutely! And one of our favorite best-selling authors, Patrick Lencioni, not only discusses the steps to accomplish it, but how it also will allow you to run circles around your competition. Pat starts the discussion with the six critical questions you need to ask yourself, so this is a episode you’re not going to want to miss!
As a leader, where should you invest your time in order to get the best ROI for your company? It's all about optimizing strengths. And best-selling author Marcus Buckingham discusses how you can take advantage of what you and your team do best. It's all based on a new research methodology from the man who helped create StrengthsFinder, the personal assessment tool that gave millions of individuals a new vocabulary to positively describe their ingrained talents. It's a conversation you won't want to miss!
It can take years to build a great culture in your company, but one of the five enemies of unity can destroy it overnight. Join Podcast host Chris Hogan and EntreLeadership Coach John Felkins as the discuss how to fight these team-destroying, profit-sinking opponents.
We’re taking a deeper dive into one of the most relevant issues of the past decade—the increasing lack of trust in business. Stephen M.R. Covey, best-selling author and co-founder and CEO of CoveyLink Worldwide, returns as a podcast guest to discuss this important issue and how it affects the culture of your company.
We wrap up Leaders Are Readers month with a deep dive into another required read at Dave’s company: The Go-Giver by Bob Burg and John David Mann. Within this powerful little story lies the simple secret to enhancing your business and enriching your life. Learn how with podcast host Chris Hogan and Daniel Tardy, vice president of EntreLeadership.
How do some people not only survive but also thrive while others seem to just give up? That’s the question we’re answering on this special Leaders Are Readers episode focusing on one of Dave’s absolute favorite books—The Go-Getter by Peter B. Kyne. Don’t miss the discussion and tips from the simple story that has inspired generations.
Week two of our celebration of Leaders Are Readers month focuses on a must-read for every new member of Dave’s staff. Join Podcast Host Chris Hogan and EntreLeadership Coach John Felkins as they discuss Who Moved My Cheese? by Dr. Spencer Johnson, M.D., and give tips on how to deal with these ever-changing times.
Join us as we celebrate Readers Are Leaders Month with four special podcasts beginning today. On this episode, we take a deeper dive into one of Dave’s favorite books: QBQ! The Question Behind the Question. The book by John G. Miller discusses the power of personal accountability and how it can transform your company.
Have you set big goals or had even larger dreams that never came true because you can’t compete with the calendar? There’s simply never enough time in the day. We have, too, which is why we’re taking a deeper dive into time management and setting goals that work on this week’s podcast with EntreLeadership Vice President Daniel Tardy and Speaker/Certified Business Coach Christy Wright. As a bonus, we’ve included a quick lesson from Dave on productivity.
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