What does it take to start a successful business from the ground up? The answer: a few hundred bucks, a mild obsession and the American spirit. At least that’s what worked for Lucas Botkin, the 27-year-old who started T.REX ARMS , a rapidly growing company—with a massive fan following—that specializes in manufacturing gun holsters and other firearms equipment. The young CEO shares his start-up experience, how his company has adapted to their rapid growth, and the content marketing formula that won T.REX ARMS hundreds of thousands of followers.
The E-Myth Revisited by Michael Gerber
The 8th Habit by Stephen Covey
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Gather ‘round the fire for a very candid conversation with the Academy Award-winning actor and #1 New York Times bestselling author of Greenlights, Matthew McConaughey. In this winding discussion, Matthew talks about his creative process, why leaders need to take more risks, and how focusing on adding value to the lives of others will get you what you really want out of life.
Greenlights by Matthew McConaughey
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Ideas are great, but they’ll only take you so far. When it comes down to it, success in business depends on your ability to execute. Craig Groeschel, senior pastor of Life.Church, grew his organization over the course of 25 years from just a service in a two-car garage to 36 church locations across America. His strategy? Empowering great people to create effective systems that accomplish a clear goal. If you’ve ever felt like you don’t know how to move the needle, this episode will give you the basics for thinking strategically and creating systems that get the job done.
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Atomic Habits by James Clear
Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki
Discipline Equals Freedom (Field Manual) by Jocko Willink
The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg
Crucial Conversations by Kerry Patterson, Joseph Grenny, Ron McMillan and Al Switzler
Winning the War in Your Mind by Craig Groeschel
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Can your business outgrow your ability to lead? Maybe—if you’re not intentional! Suzanne Simms, senior executive vice president of business to consumer global at Ramsey Solutions, had to make sure this didn’t happen to her. Over the course of 20 years, she went from working as a part-time assistant to becoming one of the company’s most influential leaders. And as the company grew, she was challenged to grow too. In this episode, she talks about how vulnerability and intentionality are the catalysts for reinventing yourself and becoming the leader your growing business needs to stay successful.
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Eight years ago, Russ Perry, CEO of Design Pickle, would have described himself as moderately successful—and extraordinarily unhappy. On paper, things looked good: Russ had founded two creative agencies in his early 20s and was the man in charge. But his marriage and his mental health were headed toward a breakdown as he struggled to handle the stress of work. In this honest conversation, Russ describes learning from his mistakes, starting over and building a business (and a life) he’s proud of.
The Power of the Other by Dr. Henry Cloud
Thou Shall Prosper by Rabbi Daniel Lappin
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If you’re a go-getter, there’s a good chance you like to be busy. If you get to the bottom of your to-do list, you’re eager to fill it back up. But be careful, you can be so productive that you miss your whole life. Christy Wright, author and Certified Business Coach, challenges leaders to get a life outside of their business (right now, not once things slow down). Listen as she breaks down work-life balance and why it’s so important to invest in the things you can’t measure in dollars and cents.
2021 Goal Planner by Christy Wright
Living True: 40 Days to Get Back to You by Christy Wright
Choosing to Cheat by Andy Stanley
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Aaron Witt is the dirt-obsessed millennial behind BuildWitt, a fast-growing media company on a mission to reform the mining and construction industries. In just three years, the 25-year-old (yes, you read that right) has grown his company from just a single, self-proclaimed dirt nerd with a camera to a 20-person team serving top blue-collar businesses across the country—and changing the game. In this episode, Aaron shares his inspiring guiding principles, lessons in humility, and experiences that are sure to fire up your entrepreneurial spirit.
#399: The Practice of Shipping Creative Work with Seth Godin
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Dave Ramsey reflects on the highs and the lows of 2020 and shares what he learned about himself, his leaders and his team. You’ll hear why courage and principles are the cornerstone of being a small-business owner, and how going against convention and taking a stand in your community can inspire others. This full-throttle conversation will get you fired up to make a solid plan for 2021 so you can thrive—no matter what comes your way.
The Advantage by Patrick Lencioni
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What a year! You laughed, you probably cried, and most importantly—you never gave up. You kept growing and pushing through, even on the hard days. How do we know? Because this year you guys downloaded over 12 million episodes of The EntreLeadership Podcast, learning from leadership experts like Seth Godin, Patrick Lencioni and more. So, here’s to you! Thank you for listening and for never giving up.
Let’s gear up for what’s ahead with highlights from this year’s top 12 episodes.
1:51 James Clear—How to Build Great Habits
The Rundown: Have some big goals you want to reach? James Clear, New York Times bestselling author, says your identity plays a major part in whether or not you’ll reach them. He says how you view yourself largely influences your habits, which are really the building blocks for achieving your goals. Listen and learn how to align your habits with your beliefs, supercharge productivity, and make time your ally so you can achieve more.
7:28 Michael Hyatt—5 Steps to No Fail Meetings
The Rundown: No. More. Pointless. Meetings. Can we get an amen? Michael Hyatt, entrepreneur and leadership coaching expert, explains five ways to make the most of every meeting so you can save precious hours, improve your company culture, and increase your team’s productivity and performance.
15:47 Patrick Lencioni—Why Are You a Leader?
The Rundown: Why do you really want to be a leader? In this episode, leadership expert Patrick Lencioni explains how your response to five common leadership responsibilities can reveal whether you’re in it for the right reasons (or not!)—and what to do about it.
20:54 Jeni Britton Bauer—Leading Through Ambiguity
The Rundown: If the COVID-19 global pandemic has taught us anything, it’s that navigating unknowns can be extremely challenging. And for some leaders like Jeni Britton Bauer, founder of Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams, it’s not the first time they’ve had to do it. Tune in as Jeni talks about how to find your way forward in a crisis and why that starts and ends with rock-solid communication.
32:53 Sam Walker—The Key to Lasting Success
The Rundown: In his decade-long study of the best sports teams in the world, author Sam Walker has identified the one common factor that led to their sustained success—an extraordinary captain. Listen as he shares what sets the best captains apart and how you can become the kind of leader that leads your team to success that lasts.
43:59 Dave Ramsey—Debt Is Never the Answer
The Rundown: Forced to file bankruptcy in his twenties, Dave Ramsey started over from scratch and has since built a multimillion-dollar business the only way he knows how: at the speed of cash. Tune in to hear Dave explain why debt is never the answer, no matter how tempting an opportunity may be.
59:25 Jocko Willink—The Toxicity of Ego
The Rundown: When your ego is in charge, you are not. Tune in as retired Navy SEAL Jocko Willink explains why letting your ego drive your decision-making is dangerous and how some simple strategies can help you keep it in check.
1:07:31 Dan Heath—The Importance of Looking Upstream
The Rundown: Tune in as Dan explains why adopting an upstream mindset—aka focusing on preventing problems instead of reacting to them over and over again—is crucial to moving your business forward and uniting your team.
1:21:01 Dr. John Delony—How to Deal With Anxiety
The Rundown: If you’ve ever felt anxious, that’s okay. It just means you’re human. Dr. John Delony, mental health expert and Ramsey Personality, breaks down what anxiety really is, what it’s trying to tell us, and why we need to pay attention to it. In this episode, Dr. Delony gives leaders practical tips for taking care of their mental health so they can show up and lead people well—even in the midst of stress and uncertainty.
1:30:15 Seth Godin—The Practice of Shipping Creative Work
The Rundown: Seth Godin, bestselling author of leadership staples like Linchpin and Tribes, talks about the essential practice of shipping creative work and inventing the future—even if you aren’t conventionally creative and there are no guarantees the idea will work.
1:37:35 Casey Graham—Stories That Scale
The Rundown: Customer service professional and co-founder of Gravy, Casey Graham, gives us the inside scoop on what really makes customers stick around: doing unscalable things. No, seriously. He deep dives into how getting personal (and going above and beyond) for just one paying customer can help you reach—and keep—thousands more.
1:49:17 David Salyers—Chick-fil-A’s Competitive Advantage
The Rundown: Chick-fil-A’s success isn’t just a result of their delicious food. David Salyers, creator of Spark and a former vice president of marketing at Chick-fil-A, reveals the company’s competitive advantage: their culture. From hiring to team building to finding a mentor, David Salyers gives us a behind-the-scenes look at the leadership principles that guide Chick-fil-A and made it a multibillion-dollar company that truly puts people first.
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#356: How to Build Great Habits with James Clear
#358: 5 Steps for No Fail Meetings with Michael Hyatt
#363: Why Are You a Leader? with Patrick Lencioni
#377: Leading Through Ambiguity with Jeni Britton Bauer
#379: The Key to Lasting Success with Sam Walker
#381: Debt Is Never the Answer with Dave Ramsey
#384: The Toxicity of Ego with Jocko Willink
#386: The Importance of Looking Upstream with Dan Heath
#399: The Practice of Shipping Creative Work with Seth Godin
#400: How to Deal With Anxiety with Dr. John Delony
#403: Stories That Scale with Casey Graham
#405: Chick-fil-A’s Competitive Advantage with David Salyers
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Everyone’s entrepreneurial journey is different, but super successful people tend to have had one thing in common: They had a mentor. Kevin Harrington, entrepreneur and one of the original sharks from Shark Tank, and Mark Timm, serial entrepreneur, share stories from their own mentorship journey—and explain why everyone needs a mentor to achieve wild success, not only in business but in every area of life.
Mentor to Millions by Kevin Harrington and Mark Timm
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Who would’ve thought a little fast-food restaurant serving chicken sandwiches would become a global, industry-leading powerhouse known for its customer service? That’s right, Chick-fil-A’s success isn’t just a result of their delicious food. David Salyers, creator of Spark and former vice president of marketing, growth and hospitality at Chick-fil-A, reveals the company’s competitive advantage: their culture. From hiring to team building to finding a mentor, David gives us a behind-the-scenes look—based on his 37 years of service—at the leadership principles that guide Chick-fil-A and made it a multibillion-dollar company that truly puts people first.
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Have you ever noticed there are some things that just drain all of your energy and others that supercharge you? Speaking at an event may fire you up, while bringing together the details of a large project feels like death by a thousand cuts. What’s that about? Organizational health expert and author Patrick Lencioni says the difference between work that’s draining and work that’s energizing comes down to your areas of working genius. These are the work skills you’re naturally gifted at. He breaks down how to determine the kind of work that aligns with who you are—and how this knowledge can help you build an energized, high-performing team.
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The Trouble with Humility by Patrick Lencioni
The Ideal Team Player by Patrick Lencioni
Good to Great by Jim Collins
The EntreLeader's Guide to Hiring
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Businesses put a lot of energy into the chase—you know, wooing and winning over potential customers with emails, paid ads and fancy landing pages. They work hard toward that sweet moment of victory when their customers finally decide to purchase. But then what? That’s where a lot of businesses fall short. They’re really good at acquiring customers, but not so good at keeping them and making them come back for more. Sound like you? You’re in luck. Customer service pro and co-founder of Gravy, Casey Graham, gives us the inside scoop on what really makes customers stick around: doing unscalable things. No, seriously. He deep dives into how getting personal (and going above and beyond) for just one paying customer can help you reach, and keep, thousands more.
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The decisions you make determine the direction and quality of your business. But being the one calling the shots isn’t always easy. It can actually feel really scary—after all, you’re the one who has to live with the choices you make. But decision-making doesn’t have to stop you in your tracks. In this episode, communicator, author and pastor Andy Stanley offers five critical questions that will help you make better decisions and figure out the best move to make—even when the stakes are high and the pressure is on.
Better Decisions, Fewer Regrets by Andy Stanley
Ask It by Andy Stanley
When Work and Family Collide by Andy Stanley
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If your marketing strategy is all about showing off the features of your product or service, you might want to rethink it! Online marketing expert Amy Porterfield unpacks what makes businesses succeed at marketing—good storytelling. From posting on social media to starting an email list to building a lead magnet, Amy will show you how to nurture your customers over the invisible bridge. These tips will make your customers excited to pull out their wallets and buy your product or service—no matter what business you’re in.
They Ask You Answer by Marcus Sheridan
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It’s been an unimaginable year: a pandemic, hurricanes, tornadoes, economic implosion, deaths, loss and lots of “new normals” to navigate. Especially for business owners. If you’ve felt anxious—or feel anxious just reading about the chaos—it just means you’re normal. Yep, you read that right. Dr. John Delony, mental health expert and Ramsey Personality, breaks down what anxiety really is, what it’s trying to tell us, and why we need to pay attention to it. In this episode, Dr. Delony gives leaders practical tips for taking care of their mental health so they can show up and lead people well—even in the midst of stress and uncertainty.
The Dr. John Delony Show podcast
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Fear Gone Wild by Kayla Stoecklein
Redefining Anxiety by Dr. John Delony
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Most people wouldn’t consider HVAC companies, occupational therapists or construction contractors to be creatives. Seth Godin, bestselling author of leadership staples like Linchpin and Tribes, disagrees. He joins EntreLeadership to talk about the essential practice of shipping creative work and inventing the future—even if you aren’t conventionally “creative” and there are no guarantees the idea will work.
The Practice: Shipping Creative Work by Seth Godin
The E-Myth Revisited by Michael E. Gerber
Good to Great by Jim Collins
Akimbo: A Podcast from Seth Godin
Seth Godin's blog The New York Times Bestseller List
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How do you create a brand people rave about? Turns out, there’s more to it than just fancy fonts and packaging. Tim Newton, senior creative officer at Ramsey Solutions, argues that truly amazing brands dig deeper. They use what they value to influence every touchpoint they have with customers. Does it really make a difference? Yes. Because over 53% of people say they connect emotionally to a brand because of shared values and beliefs.1 So, in this episode, Tim will teach you how to build a brand that creates lasting connections with your customers and sets your business apart.
The Physics of Brand by Aaron Keller, Renee Marino and Dan Wallace
#395: Pitfalls to Avoid in Your Leadership with Dr. Chip Dodd
#335: Why Self-Knowledge Matters with Ian Morgan Cron
Branding Guide from Tim Newton
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Time is a limited resource. And somehow it seems to be extra precious to come by when you’re running a business. It’s actually one of your most valuable assets as a leader and should be protected. But how? Tricia Sciortino, CEO of Belay, shows us how finding a passionate, high-performing assistant (who thinks like a leader) can help business owners take back their time and focus on the bigger picture—aka, growing and scaling their businesses.
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Once a successful attorney, Shawn Askinosie had it all—security, a winning track record, and good money. So why did he find himself struck by a panic attack as he left the courtroom one day? Shawn took a hard look in the mirror and discovered he was completely unfulfilled by his job and his life. And so, his search for meaningful work began, leading him from the courtroom to cocoa beans, and eventually, to Askinosie Chocolate. The community-changing chocolatier joins the EntreLeadership team to share his incredible story of self-discovery and how small businesses have the opportunity to create meaningful work and make a real difference in the world, one person at a time.
Meaningful Work by Shawn Askinosie and Lawren Askinosie
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Fear, anger and shame are generally NOT the emotions we get excited about using in our leadership toolkits (or in life). In fact, leaders are trained to leave emotions at the door or to believe that emotions are a sign of weakness. But Dr. Chip Dodd, author of The Voice of the Heart, says these “weaknesses” are actually tools for strength in business and in life. Tune in as he shares the true value of human emotions, the pitfalls of leadership, and why he’ll never get on an airplane with a fearless pilot.
The Voice of the Heart by Dr. Chip Dodd
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Have you ever been confused by the difference between purpose, vision and mission? A lot of business owners use these words interchangeably. But while they’re highly interconnected, they’re actually not the same. Ramsey Personality Ken Coleman clarifies the purpose of these three important concepts and how they work together to keep you and your company charging ahead, even in times of crisis. Plus, Ken breaks down three key components to help you discover your leadership sweet spot.
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“If a man is called to be a street sweeper, he should sweep streets even as Michelangelo painted, or Beethoven composed music, or Shakespeare wrote poetry. He should sweep streets so well that all the hosts of heaven and earth will pause to say, here lived a great street sweeper who did his job well.”
- Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
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Between coming up with your initial business concept and building your company into what it is today, you probably had to wade through a good bit of learning how not to do a few (or 100) things. That’s certainly what happened for former Special Forces Sergeant Jason McCarthy on his journey of starting the GORUCK brand a decade ago. What started as an idea to create and sell no-frills, tough-as-nails backpacks became something much bigger. Tune in to hear how Jason’s early adventures in business helped him find deeper meaning for his company.
#339: How to Serve Something Greater Than Yourself with Jason McCarthy
How Not To Start A Backpack Company by Jason McCarthy
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Author and podcast host Guy Raz has interviewed thousands of leaders. Between working on his new book, How I Built This, and his day-to-day role hosting the popular NPR podcast of the same name, he’s heard the good, the bad and the ugly when it comes to how some of the top names in business say they’ve gotten it right (or really wrong) in their leadership journey. Over time, Guy has found similar threads winding through their various paths to success. Join us to hear some of his key takeaways to building a successful business.
How I Built This by Guy Raz
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If we’re honest with ourselves, sometimes we, as business leaders, expect opportunity to show up on our doorstep like the pizza delivery guy. But most of the time? Opportunity knocks in a much more subtle way—it’s faint and far off, and you’ve got to go out and find it. Sometimes, you’ve got to create it. And no one knows that better than The Bakery Cos. founder and CEO Cordia Harrington, fondly known around here as the Bun Lady. From her early days as a real estate agent in Russellville, Arkansas, Cordia has taken a “never give up” approach to business and seen it pay off in major ways. Tune in to hear how she’s built a business and team that’s continuing to grow and thrive—even in the middle of a global pandemic.
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