327 | Michael Trites | Balancing School and Entrepreneurship
Leaders Of Tomorrow Podcast
English - May 23, 2023 07:00 - 31 minutes - 45.6 MB - ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsEntrepreneurship Business Management becomingaleader christhomson howtobecomealeader leader leadership leadersoftomorrow studentworkspainting summermanagementprogram Homepage Download Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Castro Pocket Casts RSS feed
In today's episode of Leaders of Tomorrow, Chris Thompson engages in an enlightening conversation with Michael Trites, a young and ambitious entrepreneur who has achieved remarkable success as an operator in the Student Works Management Program, with last year's business revenue reaching $276,000 and a current target of doubling it to $550,000.
Prepare to be inspired as Chris and Michael delve into the depths of Michael's journey, uncovering invaluable insights and lessons that will empower aspiring leaders and entrepreneurs!
During the episode, Michael shares his journey from being a high school student with a passion for business to becoming a Pproduction Mmanager and eventually running his own business.
They delve into the importance of empowering the team and giving them roles and responsibilities they enjoy. They emphasize the value of systemization, organization, and clear communication in running a successful business.
They highlight Michael's commitment, maturity, and focus, emphasizing how he exemplifies the type of leader we aim to develop in our program.
Michael also reflects on his first summer as an operator, acknowledging the challenges he faced and the lessons he learned, particularly the need for effective systems and proper planning.
Tune in and join Chris Thompson as he explores Michael Trite’s journey the journey of Michael Trites in building a thriving business while still in full-time school.
What You Will Learn In This Show:
The importance of building a great team and empowering them with clear roles and responsibilities.
Strategies for systemization, organization, and effective communication in running a business.
Lessons learned from Michael's first summer as an operator, including the need for proper planning and systems.
Insights on setting ambitious goals and achieving significant revenue growth.
How to balance entrepreneurship with full-time school commitments.
And so much more…
Resources:
Books:
Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones