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Inter:views | Cracking The Entrepreneur Bottleneck

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100% of Entrepreneurs will eventually be the bottleneck in their business. Not just once, but several times!

The hardest bit? Identifying you're being one. The easy bit? Getting out of it. And that's all about awareness.

This podcast is dedicated to getting you unstuck as an entrepreneur. In each episode, I invite seasoned entrepreneurs to speak candidly about how they overcame being the bottleneck in their business.

I don't just hype up their success. I ask the questions you want the answers to but wouldn't dare ask!

By listening to these episodes, you'll discover what it means to be a bottleneck, how it manifests, and most importantly, how to get out of it.

This isn't fluff. We dive deep, get under the hood, and learn what it really takes to blast through the bottlenecks and scale a business.

Join me every week; subscribe now.

How much of the bottleneck in your business are you? Take the Bottleneck Index scorecard to find out https://www.laurentnotin.com/the-bottleneck-index

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Episodes

The Power of Living For a Cause | John and Mark Cronin | Ep. 168

April 16, 2024 11:00 - 35 minutes - 20.3 MB

John Cronin, now 27 years old, was diagnosed with Down syndrome. That never stopped him from becoming his best version. Together with his father as a business partner, he has defied all odds to become a tycoon in the socks business, impacting millions of people worldwide with their story of resilience, hope, and the power of vulnerability. They host workshops, seminars, and talks to educate people about Down syndrome and how anyone diagnosed with it can reclaim their life.     Thei...

Scaling Up: The Essentials of Start-up Founder's Success with Feras Alhlou | Ep. 167

April 09, 2024 11:00 - 35 minutes - 20.9 MB

Scaling up a start-up is a delicate balance of Skills and Sacrifice, embodying the essential qualities required to navigate the highs and lows of entrepreneurship. Beyond a visionary idea, founders must possess the skill set and be ready to make the sacrifices necessary with consistency to achieve their vision.     They must also be able to recognize their limitations and empower others to contribute to their business success. This requires an Entrepreneurial Mindset—a blend of opt...

The Impact of Coaching in Overcoming Your Entrepreneurship Bottlenecks with Renan Devillieres | Ep. 166

April 02, 2024 11:00 - 32 minutes - 17.6 MB

Have you ever considered hiring a coach for your business, particularly focusing on overcoming bottlenecks? Since Renan Devillieres started working with Laurent, he has achieved remarkable breakthroughs in his business.     Though surprised by how smoothly the process has been, he acknowledges the importance of having someone for accountability and guidance, which is why Laurent's services are invaluable.    Before meeting Laurent, Renan felt a gap between where his busines...

Entrepreneurial Resilience: The Path Beyond Self-Limitation | Ep. 165

March 26, 2024 12:00 - 34 minutes - 20.2 MB

Embracing resilience and overcoming self-limitations requires a combination of mindset shift, determination, and strategic action. It is all about acknowledging and understanding the self-limiting beliefs that contribute to self-imposed barriers, reframing them, and cultivating a mindset that can support resilience and growth.      As an entrepreneur, the journey involves consistently pushing the boundaries of comfort and consistently challenging and expanding your potential to ove...

How To Integrate Positive Impact In Your Business Strategy with Simon Schillebeeck | Ep. 164

March 19, 2024 12:00 - 38 minutes - 20.2 MB

Integrating positive impact into your business strategy is a fundamental shift in mindset and operations that can drive long-term success and societal benefit. It is about identifying areas where your business can make a meaningful difference and aligning your business mission and values with causes that resonate authentically with employees, customers, and the community. By weaving positive impact into the fabric of your business strategy, you not only contribute to a better world but also...

Cracking the Bottleneck of Scaling a Business with Riggs Eckelberry | Ep. 163

March 12, 2024 12:00 - 38 minutes - 30.3 MB

Have you ever faced difficulties scaling your business, even with adequate funding and a strong foundation? If so, you might be experiencing a bottleneck. Reaching the next level often requires significant shifts like mindset changes, new working strategies, or adopting different frameworks.     It could also involve taking on a new leadership role or seeking specific training or coaching. All these factors, combined with the challenge of integrating them, can lead to stagnation an...

Beyond Bottlenecks: When a Business Outgrows You with Josh Nielsen | Ep. 162

March 05, 2024 12:00 - 32 minutes - 18.2 MB

We all start a business with a goal in mind. Sometimes, it may only be to have enough for you and your family, and other times, it may be to grow it into a prosperous company that will last for generations.     In the first case, the entrepreneur could be a solopreneur with few or no plans to delegate some tasks. They become the bottlenecks, handling every aspect of the business. But that could be overturned. What if the business outgrows? What if the demand becomes too enormous th...

Harnessing the True Potential of AI in Business with Garik Tate | Ep. 161

February 27, 2024 12:00 - 33 minutes - 20.4 MB

AI is rapidly changing how we do business, and entrepreneurs stand to benefit immensely from its potential.   AI is not something that caught us by surprise. It is an expected trajectory of where we have always been going: a utopic society of more creativity and productivity. Entrepreneurs can apply AI in five key business areas: prospecting, sales, onboarding, HR, and data manipulation. AI can analyze customer data to provide personalized recommendations and targeted advertising, ...

Why Giving Up Makes You the Bottleneck with Ari Tulla | Ep. 160

February 20, 2024 12:00 - 41 minutes - 25.9 MB

Most founders get stuck with bottlenecks when they cannot delegate responsibilities to their team. The satisfaction of labels and not letting the ego go away could be detrimental. You have to let others play the game because, in most cases, the founder is not as skilled as his team of dedicated experts.     Entrepreneurs will also always use their networks as a benefit when building something new. However, they never connect their team to these networks, which is still another sour...

Navigating Bottlenecks in Manufacturing with Eli Packouz | Ep. 159

February 12, 2024 12:00 - 35 minutes - 19.3 MB

The core of entrepreneurship is getting out to solve problems through offering services or manufacturing products.     And as it goes, no one knows the product better than the manufacturer who has the original idea. This implies that an inventor will most likely become a bottleneck to the manufacturing process. Delegation can be difficult, but with the right mindset and skills, you can grow exponentially. Eli Packouz, who joins us in this episode, reveals his secrets.     H...

People-first as a business strategy with Nancy Lyons | Ep. 158

February 06, 2024 12:00 - 34 minutes - 19.9 MB

It might feel crazy not to get involved in every operation of your business, but the more you let go, the better it performs. However, many entrepreneurs struggle with this bottleneck of hoarding and not letting go.     Nancy Lyons, who joins us in this episode, has been in business for over 22 years, and her exponential growth happened the moment she stopped being the bottleneck of the business. She shares with us how she managed that setback of letting go, the significant milesto...

The Secrets of Business Growth from 16 Years of Successful Entrepreneurship with Richard Blank | Ep. 157

January 30, 2024 12:00 - 41 minutes - 21.4 MB

A successful business needs consistency and grit from setbacks, letting go of some weights that make you become the bottleneck, embracing change through trials and error while having fun, and not being too hard on yourself.     However, most entrepreneurs still need help with this. Studying the data and analyzing the charts to decide which part of the business needs delegation could take much time, or the CEO's ego might be stopping them from letting go of certain weights in the bu...

Quit Being the Bottleneck and Experience Massive Growth with Ludwina Dautovic | Ep. 156

January 23, 2024 12:00 - 40 minutes - 21.5 MB

Most startup entrepreneurs are the bottlenecks in their business, handling every task without specialization. Basically, the startup's survival depends on physical and active involvement. But there comes a time when the entrepreneur must pivot beyond the business for it to grow and move to the next level. That could mean going back to the startup phase and setting the foundations right, which could be a tall order but a secret weapon to massive and exponential growth.    Ludwina Da...

Too Much BS? Communication Strategies For Sustainable Business Growth with Bob Wiltfong &Tim Ito | Ep. 155

January 16, 2024 12:00 - 49 minutes - 26.6 MB

Are you a business owner struggling to market and communicate effectively with your internal team and customers?     As an entrepreneur, achieving success extends beyond just knowing the language of your industry, having a great team, and possessing a grand vision to communicate effectively with your team and target audience.     Learning how to remove the bottlenecks in your communication and tailoring your message to resonate with your audience is not just a skill but a c...

Leveraging Digital Marketing To Increase Your Profitability with Mikael Dia | Ep. 154

January 09, 2024 12:00 - 40 minutes - 21.2 MB

Navigating the world of marketing, especially the digital space, can be a challenge for business owners looking to boost profits and turn potential customers into loyal customers.     But here's the deal – when done right, it's like unlocking a superpower for your business that can help you build, grow, and scale your business.    Digital marketing is essential for every founder who wants to understand their customer preferences, needs, and pain points. Its power lies in da...

Lessons Learned From 24 Years of Entrepreneurship – Most downloaded episode of 2023

January 03, 2024 13:28 - 38 minutes - 38.8 MB

Entrepreneurship is a lifelong journey and not a destination to aim for. While entrepreneurs exist to solve problems in the world, it is not always a walk in the park. It is a cause that demands a different mindset, behavior, and skills.     Jay Bousada, an entrepreneur since 1999, joins us in this entrepreneurship podcast to discuss his journey, the pivots he has made, his mistakes, and the lessons he has learned. Jay has all the information for you if you want your business to be...

Fire Yourself From Your Business with Brandon Kleinman | Ep. 152

December 26, 2023 12:00 - 39 minutes - 20.6 MB

A business where you are a bottleneck will not survive. You must plan on ways to exit or fire yourself from it. That is what differentiates successful founders and those who die with their businesses. But when do you know is the right time to fire yourself?     Though there is no definitive time, today’s guest tells us it depends on your business. If you can afford to sustain the skill, go ahead and delegate. However, you should also consider whether your talent is the right fit to...

Beyond KPIs: How OKRs Redefine Goal Setting for Business Success with Viktor Grekov | Ep. 151

December 19, 2023 12:00 - 32 minutes - 17.6 MB

Implementing the Objectives and Key Results (OKR) framework in your business is a strategic move that requires careful planning and commitment.     One crucial aspect often underestimated is the active involvement of the C-level team in the implementation process. The commitment of top leadership sets the tone for the entire organization and ensures that OKRs align with the overall business strategy.     Effective implementation is a dynamic process involving both top-down ...

The Evolutionary Edge: Letting Go of What Is Not Working For Your Business with Kute Blackson | Ep. 150

December 12, 2023 12:00 - 47 minutes - 25.7 MB

Letting go of what is not working for your business is an act of courage that goes beyond mere acknowledgment of stagnation.     It involves a fearless confrontation of the areas where your business is stuck and the willingness and commitment to pivot and move to the next level of growth.     Join the conversation with Kute Blackson as he shares his journey as a transformational teacher and his process of helping people become aware of their patterns, break barriers, and un...

Beyond Competition: Carving Out Success in Your Market with Kristian Hauge Solheim | Ep. 149

December 05, 2023 12:00 - 39 minutes - 23.2 MB

In this episode, Kristian Hauge Solheim shares profound insights he has garnered throughout his entrepreneurial journey. As the Founder and former CEO of Cutters, a flourishing beauty concept in the Nordics, Kristian offers a firsthand account of the strategies that propelled his business's rapid growth and international expansion across multiple countries.     According to Kristian, the key to creating a niche within an existing market lies in narrowing your focus to a singular as...

Leveraging Strategic Thinking For Entrepreneurial Success with Ben Camara | Ep. 148

November 28, 2023 12:00 - 35 minutes - 26.5 MB

Unlock the secrets to business success with strategic thinking! Imagine it as the rock-solid foundation for your venture—it's the key to wise decisions, resourceful use of assets, and long-term planning. When strategically building with a vision, you craft a shield that protects and propels growth.    It goes beyond gaining customers; it's about creating a tribe of devoted supporters. Understand where your audience is, tailor your offerings to meet their needs, and ensure easy acce...

3 Powerful Ways to Propel Your Business to Massive Growth with Orrin Klopper | Ep. 147

November 21, 2023 12:00 - 38 minutes - 21.6 MB

Three key areas essential for any business that wants to reach its full potential include:  ·        Breaking the bottleneck through delegation.  ·        Being purpose-driven & people-centric.  ·        Mergers and acquisitions.    Delegation helps a business owner to free time and focus on other essential business tasks. However, it is vital to find and hire the right team. You want to surround yourself with smart, trustworthy people with the skills and experience necessary...

The Art of Selling, Story Telling, and Public Speaking in Sales with Tom Jackobs | Ep. 146

November 14, 2023 12:00 - 35 minutes - 23.6 MB

Selling and storytelling in sales is a dynamic combination that transforms a mere transaction into a captivating and meaningful experience.      Effective salesmanship is not just about pushing a product; it's about understanding the customer's needs and desires, uncovering their pain points, and presenting a solution that resonates with their emotions and aspirations.      Storytelling plays a pivotal role in this process, as it weaves a narrative that engages, empathizes, and ...

Avoiding Bottlenecks: Leveraging The Power of Detachment and Teamwork with Ori Keren | Ep. 145

November 07, 2023 11:00 - 33 minutes - 17.7 MB

Leveraging your knowledge and detaching yourself from your business are essential to building a successful business.     It's okay at the beginning to gravitate towards the product or the technology decisions when searching for a product-market fit, but you have to learn when and how to detach yourself to evolve and grow.     By detaching, you free yourself from personal biases and emotional attachments that can cloud your judgment. This clarity allows you to make strategic...

The Path to Becoming a True Innovator: Insights from Barbara Salopek | Ep. 144

October 31, 2023 12:00 - 35 minutes - 22.3 MB

A true innovator seeks to understand the market deeply from a customer's perspective. They are unafraid of failure, recognizing that it is often a stepping stone towards innovation. Innovation is not a solitary endeavor. Collaboration and effective communication are vital, as innovative ideas often emerge from diverse perspectives.     Above all, a true innovator puts customers first. When you put the customer at the centre of your technical solutions, you will create a great produ...

Mastering the Art of Selling: The Lifeblood of Business Success with Mauricio Di Bartolomeo | Ep. 143

October 24, 2023 11:00 - 36 minutes - 38.9 MB

Being able to sell is a fundamental skill that requires constant conditioning. It doesn't matter if you possess the most innovative technology or a revolutionary product; without the ability to put it in the hands of people who need it, your potential remains untapped.     The founder's ability to sell is pivotal, no matter how talented your sales team may be. Convincing others can become an uphill battle if the founder can't sell their product. Sales is the foundation of any successf...

How to Eliminate Business Bottlenecks By Becoming Aware of Your Strengths with Alex Uspenskyi | Ep. 142

October 17, 2023 11:00 - 34 minutes - 34.1 MB

Entrepreneurship needs a lot of awareness. Being the founder of a company does not mean you can become anything you would want. You can be good at operations but not at product engineering. You can be the founder and choose not to become the CEO so that you can focus on other roles that resonate with your passion for the business.     It means eliminating business bottlenecks by becoming aware of your strengths through a strategic approach to leverage your skills and resources effe...

Breaking The Entrepreneur Bottleneck Through Delegation with Rory Galvin | Ep. 141

October 10, 2023 11:00 - 38 minutes - 18.9 MB

Becoming an entrepreneur and starting a business is always a high-risk endeavor, but success often lies in taking calculated risks and mitigating potential pitfalls.     One critical skill that every entrepreneur must master on this journey is effective delegation. Delegating is not an inherent trait; it's a skill that can be learned, but recognizing its importance is the first step to success.     The most successful entrepreneurs understand that they can't do it all alone...

Bottlenecks and Breakthroughs: Insights on Entrepreneurial Success with Brad Eisenhuth | Ep. 140

October 03, 2023 11:00 - 44 minutes - 41.7 MB

In this episode, I have the pleasure of hosting Brad Eisenhuth, the founder and CEO of The OutPerformer, hailing from the vibrant entrepreneurial landscape of Australia. Brad's business advisory service is dedicated to helping entrepreneurs evaluate, develop, and strategically attain their goals.     Since 2016, Brad and his team have masterfully orchestrated projects in digital transformation, leadership, performances, change management, and culture enhancement across various industr...

Unlocking Business Velocity: The Power of Delegation and Team Building with Joe Rare | Ep 139

September 26, 2023 17:18 - 34 minutes - 19.4 MB

Creating velocity in your business requires the bold step of relinquishing your grip on the daily operational grind. Letting go, delegating, and entrusting key responsibilities to capable individuals can set the stage for remarkable acceleration of growth and progress.     By freeing yourself from the minutiae, you gain invaluable space to focus on your strengths, strategic endeavors, innovation, and long-term planning.     Removing yourself from the day-to-day and building...

How To Build Your E-commerce Value Proposition with Liam Patterson | Ep 138

September 19, 2023 11:00 - 47 minutes - 47.5 MB

Building Your E-commerce Value Proposition is about recognizing successful retail's fundamental pillars. Whether in the physical or digital realm, having a good product, a great price, understanding the trends, and understanding your customers are the core of your business success.     Your customers are the bedrock upon which your business stands, and asking the right questions will help you to draw out their needs, pain points, or challenges to craft a solution that resonates wit...

Strategies for Building a High-Performing Business with Jeremy Ryan Slate | Ep. 137

September 12, 2023 11:00 - 33 minutes - 33.3 MB

As entrepreneurs, we often wear many hats and juggle roles we could delegate, inadvertently constraining our businesses' growth. To overcome this bottleneck, we must establish effective hiring and training strategies.     By taking people along with us and entrusting tasks to individuals wholly dedicated to their roles, we can gradually build a business that isn't solely reliant on our own personality and identity. This shift in approach enables us to concentrate on what truly matters...

Entrepreneurial Superpowers: Harnessing Your Sage Mind And Overcoming the Saboteur Within with Georgina Halabi | Ep. 136

September 05, 2023 11:00 - 40 minutes - 23.1 MB

As business owners, we possess great superpowers to help us build a successful business, but saboteurs can dilute them and hinder our progress.   Saboteurs often manifest as self-imposed barriers that impede growth and innovation, arising from our inner critics fuelled by self-doubt, fear, imposter syndrome, excessive perfectionism, or an insistence on micromanaging every aspect of the business.   The path to triumph over these saboteurs involves a transformative shift to a Sage mind...

Creating and Capturing Luck: Secrets to Business Success with Mark Lachance | Ep. 135

August 01, 2023 11:00 - 34 minutes - 34.9 MB

In the business world, the pursuit of growth is constant and is fueled by the desire to become bigger, better, faster, and stronger. This relentless drive pushes entrepreneurs to challenge themselves continually.   Entrepreneurs should understand that personal development and nourishing their minds with success are crucial elements of this journey.   In addition, entrepreneurs are leaders, and true leaders know the importance of casting a compelling vision in inspiring others to join...

Avoiding the Busyness Trap: Direct Your Energy towards What Matters Most with Aytekin Tank | Ep. 134

July 25, 2023 11:00 - 38 minutes - 21.3 MB

In today's fast-paced world, it's all too common for business owners to become consumed by busyness without genuinely focusing on the crucial aspects of their businesses.    Entrepreneurs must prioritize their time and energy wisely, dedicating themselves to the most significant endeavors that will propel their businesses forward.   It's easy to get caught up in unimportant tasks and distractions, and become the bottleneck in your business. However, growth and success come from ident...

Inter:views, Cracking The Entrepreneur Bottleneck | Teaser

July 18, 2023 12:50 - 1 minute - 1.03 MB

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Humanizing Business: The Power of Authentic Connections | Angela Heise | Ep. 133

July 18, 2023 11:00 - 40 minutes - 40.3 MB

As a business owner and leader, building trust and rapport within your organization is crucial for cultivating a thriving team in an ever-evolving business environment.   Building relationships goes beyond focusing solely on work and task-related effectiveness. It entails creating time and fostering connections with the people we work with, whether directly or indirectly.   Relationships contribute to a positive culture and a cohesive team. When faced with challenges or setbacks, str...

Character Codes: The Key to Building a Strong and Cohesive Workforce | David Carter | Ep. 132

July 11, 2023 11:00 - 39 minutes - 39.1 MB

Hiring smart means going beyond candidates' qualifications and assessing if their character and values align with your company culture.   While technical skills are essential, character codes contribute to a positive work environment and can significantly impact your business culture, team dynamics, and productivity.   As a business owner, hiring smart is also about hiring smart people who can tell you how to get where you want to be as an organization. Don't become the bottleneck to...

Outsourcing Your Way to Freedom and Business Growth | Linh Podetti | Episode 131

July 04, 2023 11:00 - 34 minutes - 38.5 MB

Imagine a world where you could focus solely on the core aspects of your business while all the non-essential tasks magically get done with precision and efficiency. A world where you could reclaim your time, energy, and sanity.   Welcome to the realm of outsourcing, the secret weapon behind countless thriving businesses. Outsourcing is not just a buzzword but a game-changer that can propel your business to new heights of success.   Join this conversation with Linh Podetti, ...

Challenging Leadership Norms and Disrupting the Status Quo | Rachel Rider | Episode 130

June 27, 2023 11:00 - 40 minutes - 23.7 MB

In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, entrepreneurship has become a catalyst for challenging leadership norms and disrupting the status quo.    Entrepreneurs are challenging the usual ways of leading and shaking up how things are done. Instead of following the old rules, they come up with fresh ideas and take risks to make their businesses successful.    Entrepreneurs are bold leaders who inspire others to break free from the norm, try new things, and make a positive impact...

Investing In Your Capacity To Adapt To Stress | Erik Korem | Episode 129

June 20, 2023 11:00 - 39 minutes - 39.6 MB

There are many stressors in our path as entrepreneurs. Whether these are financial, relationships, physical, projects, work, or chemical, increasing our capacity to adapt to more stress with less cost is critical to our productivity and wellness.  Unexpected things will always happen in our businesses, and in such situations, we need a fuel reserve to get ourselves to the next landmark, and when we don’t have it, we will get stressed, overwhelmed, sick, and make poor decisions.  Building...

How To Pitch Your Business To Investors | Brett Martin | Episode 128

June 13, 2023 11:00 - 33 minutes - 37.6 MB

Preparation, confidence, and belief in your ideation are essential when pitching your business to investors. As a founder, you should know your business better than anyone else because they will scrutinize your faith in what you are doing. Start by clearly articulating your business idea, focusing on its unique value proposition and the problem it solves in the market. Be concise and confident in conveying your vision and mission and demonstrate a deep understanding of your target audience...

Enhancing Entrepreneurial Performance: The Power of a Good Night's Sleep | Mariana Babas | Sleep Therapist at iDream Hypnotherapy | Inter:views 127

June 06, 2023 07:33 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MB

Most entrepreneurs overlook the importance of sleep and fail to prioritize it, despite it being a fundamental aspect of life and existence.    We have been conditioned to believe sleeping fewer hours is a virtue of honor. Yet, depriving ourselves of sleep negatively impacts our health and affects our employees and businesses. Sleep deprivation can lead to moodiness, heightened reactivity, impaired cognitive function, and compromised decision-making abilities. These consequences can prove...

Strategies for Raising Capital for Your Business | Ran Aroussi | FOUNDER OF TRADOLOGICS | Inter:views 126

May 29, 2023 20:00 - 33 minutes - 30.9 MB

As a founder, having a well-thought-out strategy is paramount when raising capital for your business to ensure that you target appropriate investors for your business's stage and funding requirements.   It is also crucial to balance enough funding and your business needs. Asking for much money without considering the value investors bring to your business can make them flee or undermine your vision.   Venture capitalists (VCs) don't just bring funds. They also bring valuable expertise an...

Exploring the Unknown: A Journey to Transform Your Mindset | Mark Wood | Speaker, Author, Explorer | Inter:views 125

May 22, 2023 19:27 - 54 minutes - 49.8 MB

An exceptional episode with an exceptional guest!    Expeditions have the power to ignite a profound mindset shift. They open up new possibilities, urging you to think beyond conventional boundaries and encouraging the birth of fresh and creative ideas.    These ventures allow you to examine your own aspirations with honesty and find inspiration within them. Mark shares that as an entrepreneur, balancing financial stability and pursuing your dreams is crucial. Earning money is necess...

Scaling Your Business: The Importance of Delegation and Leadership  | Aron Clymer| Founder & CEO of Data Clymer | Inter:views 125

May 15, 2023 21:32 - 33 minutes - 30.9 MB

Many entrepreneurs get stuck in the day-to-day operations of their businesses and struggle to take their skills to the next level. The reason? They have become the bottleneck in their businesses.   Growing your company and scaling yourself out starts with hiring people and delegating to allow more time for strategy and identifying opportunities in your way. Initially, you must handle most of the work and leverage your network to build strong relationships and expand.   However, to scale ...

Building a Strong Culture for Scalability and Growth  | Alex Neist | Founder of Hostage Tape | Inter:views 124

May 08, 2023 21:52 - 36 minutes - 33.3 MB

When building something that aligns with your passion, work can feel more like a joyful experience rather than chores. However, as a business owner and founder, to ensure that your company continues to thrive, you must take care of yourself, visualize your success, and bring the right people to help you carry your vision forward.  Getting the right people in your team is crucial to your success and scalability. You have to be careful when hiring new team members because if you get the wron...

Special Series The Entrepreneur Alphabet |  Z for Zeal | Episode 26

May 02, 2023 05:37 - 9 minutes - 8.5 MB

Zeal stands for great energy or enthusiasm in pursuing a cause or an objective. And entrepreneurs must display great energy and enthusiasm at all times if they want to succeed! In this final episode of The Entrepreneur Alphabet, I discuss ways zeal can support you in your entrepreneurial journey, and I share 6 practical tips to cultivate zeal.  Enjoy!  ----- Help me inspire more (wannabe) entrepreneurs. Leave me a 5-star review. Go to https://ratethispodcast.com/interviewscracking...

How To Turn Your Expertise into a Business | Stefan Debois | CEO & Co-Founder of Pointerpro | Inter:views 123

April 25, 2023 05:45 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MB

Entrepreneurship is about recognizing opportunities and taking risks to solve problems. It all begins by researching customer needs and creating solutions that fill existing gaps in their industry to give them a competitive edge.  With the right strategy, entrepreneurs can develop new products or services that customers need and make money in return.  Join this conversation and learn how Stefan Debois saw an existing gap in companies and how he combined his engineering expertise to come ...

The Entrepreneur Alphabet, episode 25, Y For Yarn. 

April 18, 2023 02:00 - 10 minutes - 9.2 MB

What’s the relationship between yarn and entrepreneurship? Simple: Just like a ball of yarn, a business comprises many interconnected threads woven together to create a cohesive whole.  Each thread is unique, but they are all connected and contribute to the business’s overall success. Join me on this episode to better understand the analogy between yarn and entrepreneurship and hear a practical example of business interconnectivity.  ----- Help me inspire more (wannabe) entrepreneu...

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