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Leaders Of Tomorrow Podcast

390 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago - ★★★★★ - 3 ratings

Are you an ambitious young entrepreneur? Do you consider yourself a role model and leader of tomorrow? If so, this is going to be the show for you.

Leaders Of Tomorrow is a show dedicated young and ambitious entrepreneurs looking to forge their own path in this world. Each week, we will bring you an inspiring interview and share with you behind the scenes some of the values and beliefs of our 8-figure business; Student Works Management Program.

From interviews with young millionaires and personal anecdotes from our head coach; Chris Thomson, this show will give you everything you need to know to become a Leader Of Tomorrow.

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Episodes

Power Of Acceptance

April 21, 2020 11:00 - 10 minutes - 16.8 MB

Given the global situation, how do we CHOOSE to react is a massive decision.  In this episode, Chris discusses the power of acceptance and how our team at Student Works is coping with the situation on hand.    Resources: Student Works  Chris Thomson LinkedIn Chris’s Email

132 | Peter Bendevis | How to Take Calculated Risks and Build Multiple Streams of Income

April 17, 2020 11:00 - 49 minutes - 72.1 MB

How to Take Calculated Risks and Build Multiple Streams of Income with Peter Bendevis Summary: In today’s show, Chris interviews Peter Bendevis, CPA, CA, RLC LLP. This show starts with Peter sharing his background information. A self-confessed nerd, growing up, Peter had excellent technical skills. But he was low on confidence and a poor communicator. Listeners will learn how Peter’s Student Works stint helped him build these skillsets as well. After Student Works, Peter joined a small a...

131 | A Simple, Two-Step Solution for Dealing with Self-Doubt

April 14, 2020 11:00 - 10 minutes - 17.5 MB

Today's show is about dealing with self-doubt. No matter how confident you are in your abilities, you will face moments of self-doubt. Particularly, it is common to encounter self-doubt when you are trying some new that is outside your comfort zone. So, what should you do in such situation? Chris shares a simple but effective two-step solution. The first step is acknowledging your self-doubt. And the second step is reaching out to the right people. For all this and much, much more, tune in ...

130 | Sam Medelsohn | Nuances of an Effective Sales Strategy

April 10, 2020 11:00 - 39 minutes - 58.4 MB

In today’s show, Chris interviews Sam Mendelsohn, COO, The Value Builder System™ We start this show with Sam sharing some interesting background information. Sam reveals that he used to work odd jobs as a teenager. Always entrepreneurial, Sam, however, did not have an in-depth understanding of how a business operates. His Student Works stint, he reveals, helped him in this aspect. So, what does Sam still rely on from the program? He reveals that the biggest lesson he learned from Student ...

129 | How to Write a Vision and Create a Compelling Future

April 07, 2020 07:00 - 11 minutes - 13.6 MB

In today's show, Chris shares a simple but effective 3-step plan to create a compelling future for yourself. The first step, Chris reveals is to cultivate a vision that resonates and is easily understood across the board. This makes it easier to ensure buy-in from all stakeholders. The second step is sharing this vision. Do not be discouraged by people who do not align with your vision. And finally, Chris shares that you need to set the ball rolling and execute your vision.  Listening to t...

128 | Nicholas Wiktorczyk | How I Started a Successful Technology Business with Just $8,000

April 03, 2020 07:30 - 52 minutes - 77.3 MB

In today’s show, Chris interviews Nicholas Wiktorcyzk, Co-founder & CEO, Spently.  We start this show with Nicholas sharing some of the biggest frustrations that he had as a teenager. How did he get started at Student Works? And, did his Student Works stint help him eliminate these frustrations? Nicholas shares how Student Works laid the foundation for an arduous but rewarding entrepreneurial journey. After Student Works, Nicholas worked for a bit at Lululemon. This segment of the show is ...

127 | Chris Spurvey | How I Scaled and Sold My Consulting Business to KPMG

March 31, 2020 07:00 - 50 minutes - 51.1 MB

In today’s show, we interview Chris Spurvey, Founder, Chris Spurvey Sales Growth Consulting Inc., and Plato Consulting Inc. This show starts with Chris sharing an interesting anecdote from his childhood. Back in 1983, Chris recalls how an Electrolux salesman managed to sell a $3,000 vacuum cleaner to his parents using manipulative sales techniques. Chris shares how we have gravitated towards a more positive and long-term sales philosophy. Have you noticed that sales are the first crucial a...

Who Is Missing?

March 25, 2020 22:27 - 14 minutes - 16 MB

This is the most important podcast I have ever created. It's not because of the guest or who I am interviewing.  It's the most important because we find ourselves in the middle of a war. And we are all in this together.  This podcast is about developing leaders to face and be part of creating an amazing future.  I've been doing that with the student works management program for the last 35 years. I put my life to it, as you know, and so literally our future is at risk. And I am calling on...

126 | Dan Desmarais | How I Built a World-Class Virtual Consulting Practice

March 24, 2020 08:00 - 53 minutes - 78.4 MB

In today’s show, Chris interviews Dan Desmarais, President, Cantactix Solutions Inc. Dan worked as a Student Works painter and manager in 1989-90. After Student Works, Dan entered the corporate world and eventually formed his own consulting company. Today, Dan’s organization is providing services to some of the biggest retail organizations in the world.  This show starts with Dan recalling his life before Student Works. Working hourly jobs, Dan was frustrated that he was not working to his...

125 | Mack Mercier | How to Overcome The Biggest Challenges of Scaling a Business

March 20, 2020 11:00 - 32 minutes - 34.8 MB

In today’s show, Chris interviews Mack Mercier, a Student Works Operator who has set an audacious goal of hitting $500,000 sales this year. This show starts with Mack sharing how he got started with Student Works in the first place. Before Student Works, Mack was helping out his dad in his landscaping business. Here he was frustrated with his lack of financial and personal growth. Has his Student Works stint helped him address these issues? Mack goes on to reveal how he managed to sell $10...

How Leaders React In A Time Of Chaos

March 18, 2020 19:26 - 14 minutes - 15.9 MB

With all that is going in the world today - Chris felt compelled to do a bit of an impromptu podcast. With so much going on around the world, how do leaders need to react in times of chaos? Listen to the episode and find out. There are three areas that we will look at in this episode. 1. Leadership 2. Community 3. Growth We are in the midst of having another record setting year, but with all the madness going on in the world…what standards do we hold ourselves to. Chris has a brillia...

124 | Will Scully | How I Managed to Turn Around My 140-Year Old Family Business

March 17, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 60.7 MB

In today’s show, Chris interviews Will Scully, President, William Scully Limited.  This show starts with Will sharing how he got enrolled in Student Works. Will reveals how he as a teenager was unable to be in charge and assume responsibility. Until Student Works came along.  This segment of the show is particularly interesting as Will shares why his Student Works stint has proved to be far more useful than his economics degree.  Can a college education equip you with the skills necessary ...

123 | Best Leadership Practices that I Learned from Govindh Jayaraman

March 13, 2020 11:00 - 12 minutes - 14.2 MB

Today's show is inspired by Govindh Jayaraman, an ex-Student Works Operator and a portfolio entrepreneur. Govindh, Chris reveals wishes to impact billions of lives through his medical business.   Chris shares some of the best leadership practices that he has learned by observing Govindh over the years. First, we discuss the importance of developing the art of listening. As a leader, innately listening to those around you can facilitate collaborative teamwork and help you achieve the best ...

122 | Jason Mansell | How to Become a Highly Successful Financial Advisor

March 10, 2020 11:00 - 46 minutes - 46.7 MB

In today’s show, Chris interviews Jason Mansell, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones.  This show starts with Jason recalling his life as a teenager. Jason reveals that he took on numerous low-risk, hourly jobs without properly assessing the long-term benefits. In a bid to make two ends meet, this is a mistake that many of us often make in our formative years.  The next segment of the show is about Jason’s life after Student Works. Jason joined Edward Jones, one of the largest investment firms...

121 | Kyle Pavlich | How I Broke the All-Time Window Cleaning Sales Record at Student Works

March 06, 2020 12:00 - 35 minutes - 53.1 MB

In today’s show, Chris interviews Kyle Pavlich, a Student Works District Manager.   This show starts with Kyle recalling his life before Student Works. As a teenager, Kyle admits that he had difficulty keeping his commitments. Further, Kyle shares how his argumentative nature further fuelled his frustrations. The second segment of the show is about Kyle sharing his Student Works experience. Listeners will learn some of the biggest takeaways that Kyle learned from his Student Works stint –...

120 | Lance Spitzig | How to Pursue a Successful Law Career

March 03, 2020 12:00 - 39 minutes - 59.2 MB

In today’s show, Chris interviews Lance Spitzig, Student-at-law, BLG LLP.  We start this show with Lance recalling his life before Student Works. What was Lance like before joining the program? And, what were some of his major frustrations as a teenager? Lance shares his disappointment with the dearth of good opportunities that allowed him to hone his skillsets. Next, Lance shares some key highlights from his Student Works stint. Listeners will learn how this experience set up Lance for a...

119 | Our Biggest Competitor Has Left the Marketplace

February 28, 2020 12:00 - 9 minutes - 12.1 MB

In today’s show, Chris interviews Lance Spitzig, Student-at-law, BLG LLP.  We start this show with Lance recalling his life before Student Works. What was Lance like before joining the program? And, what were some of his major frustrations as a teenager? Lance shares his disappointment with the dearth of good opportunities that allowed him to hone his skillsets. Next, Lance shares some key highlights from his Student Works stint. Listeners will learn how this experience set Lance up for a...

118 | Louis Blais | How I Started and Grew My Consultancy Business

February 25, 2020 12:00 - 39 minutes - 58.7 MB

In today’s show, Chris interviews Louis Blais, Founder, Lions Leap Consulting Louis helps Canadian start-ups evaluate the commercial feasibility of nascent technologies. This show starts with Louis recalling his life before Student Works. Louis admits that he was quite disorganized and poor at planning in this teenager years. Like most of us, he was frustrated with his lack of clarity as well.   Next, Louis shares some of his biggest takeaways from his Student Works days. Here, listeners w...

117 | Austin Trudeau | How I Beat My Yearly Goal of $300,000 as a Student Painter

February 21, 2020 12:00 - 49 minutes - 73 MB

In today’s show, Chris interviews Austin Trudeau, Marketing Graduate Student & Business Coach at Student Works Management Program. Austin, our very first guest podcast guest is back to share his Student Works experiences. When Austin was here the first time, he shared his goal of running a $300,000 painting business. In today’s show, Austin shares how he easily surpassed his goal by clocking a revenue of $343,000. So, how did exactly did Austin achieve this audacious goal? In the first seg...

116 | Jason Haelzle | Essential Characteristics of Wildly Successful People

February 18, 2020 12:00 - 37 minutes - 55.8 MB

In today’s show, Chris interviews Jason Haelzle, Principal, Vice President, GHD. This show starts with Jason recalling his life as a teenager. A high performing engineering student, Jason was also a national-level hockey player and a star Student Works operator. So, how did Jason manage these different and demanding roles? In this segment of the show, we discuss the importance of cultivating a solid work ethic. Next, Jason shares some interesting details about this professional life. Rig...

115 | Operator Training Reflections

February 14, 2020 12:00 - 11 minutes - 13.7 MB

In today's show, Chris shares his experience of conducting three consecutive operator trainings. Chris reveals how these trainings set up operators for success by teaching them structures and unique processes that Student Works has perfected over the years.  Topics discussed include the importance of dressing professionally, cultivating accountability, dealing with bad habits that hinder your success, and time management.  For all this and much, much more, tune in to our latest show now. ...

114 | Dan Woolford | Key Traits of Successful People

February 11, 2020 12:00 - 36 minutes - 54.8 MB

In today’s show, Chris interviews Dan Woolford, Director of Business Development, Virox Technologies Inc.  Dan shares his professional journey that commenced right after the Student Works program. Dan’s extraordinary success saw him rise from the position of a sales rep to that of the company’s GM. What were some of the biggest challenges that Dan had to overcome as he transitioned from student life to professional life? And, how did his Student Works stint help him overcome these challenge...

113 | Amer Abu Shakra | The Six Rules of Success that Helped me Break the All-Time Sales Record at Student Works

February 07, 2020 12:00 - 50 minutes - 74.7 MB

In this episode, Chris interviews Amer Abu Shakra, Business Owner, Student Works Painting. Amer shares his SIX rules of success that helped him hit the all-time high sales record of $500,000 at Student Works. This show starts with Amer sharing some background information with listeners. Born in Jordan, Amer is truly thankful for the excellent opportunity that Student Works has given him. Amer was incredibly focused from the get go and shares how he managed to generate half-a-million dollar...

112 | Mets Kramer | How to Become a Champion Influencer and Bring About Transformational Change

February 04, 2020 12:00 - 57 minutes - 84.2 MB

In today’s show, Chris interviews Mets Kramer, Owner, StrategicEvolutions. Mets shares his professional journey and reveals how you can influence decision making in a business environment.  This show starts with Mets recalling his life before Student Works. Always a hard worker, Mets started working from a very young age. Like many ambitious and driven young people, he was also in a hurry to attain financial independence. In the next segment of the show, Mets reveals some of the biggest ...

112 | Mets Kramer | How to Become a Champion Influencer and Bring About Transformational Change

February 04, 2020 12:00 - 57 minutes - 84.2 MB

In today’s show, Chris interviews Mets Kramer, Owner, StrategicEvolutions. Mets shares his professional journey and reveals how you can influence decision making in a business environment.  This show starts with Mets recalling his life before Student Works. Always a hard worker, Mets started working from a very young age. Like many ambitious and driven young people, he was also in a hurry to attain financial independence. In the next segment of the show, Mets reveals some of the biggest le...

111 | How to Bounce Back from Setbacks at Work

January 31, 2020 12:00 - 11 minutes - 13.7 MB

In today's powerful solo, Chris shares how you can deal with setbacks at work. All of us have issues that we are grappling in our personal lives. These issues often result in stress and negative feelings that affect our productivity at work.  So, how can you reign in this negativity and maintain your focus? While it is not possible to always be in control of our feelings, Chris shares some common sense ways that will help you bounce back and give your 100% commitment once again.  We hope y...

110 | Richard Carroll | How to Be a Successful Serial Entrepreneur

January 28, 2020 12:00 - 56 minutes - 81.9 MB

In today, show, Chris interviews Richard Carroll, successful serial entrepreneur and Managing Director, Keylingo Translations. Richard shares how the transferable skillsets that he picked up during his Student Works days have helped him find entrepreneurial success in diverse fields like finance, energy, and technology. This show starts with Richard recalling his Student Works days. What are some of his biggest learnings that are helping him to date? Richard shares how the program helped hi...

109 | The Power of Your Word

January 24, 2020 12:00 - 10 minutes - 12.9 MB

In today's powerful solo, Chris highlights the importance of keeping your integrity intact. How often have you failed to keep your professional commitments? And have you ever contemplated the impact of not keeping your word? Chris shares why it is necessary to keep your word if you wish to perform at your optimum level. Tune in for some excellent insights! Resources:  Student Works  Chris Thomson LinkedIn Chris’s Email  

108 | Rob Dempsey | Overview of the Insurance Industry, and Understanding Risk Assessment

January 21, 2020 12:00 - 50 minutes - 50.5 MB

In today’s show, Chris interviews Rob Dempsey, Senior Vice President, Stevenson & Hunt, a part of Arthur J. Gallagher Canada Limited. This show starts with Rob recalling his life before Student Works. While he was always a great student, Rob is honest enough to admit that he was never an out-of-the-box thinker. Did the Student Works program help hone his ingenuity? Rob goes on to shares some of the biggest lessons that he learned at the program. The next segment of the show is really inte...

107 | Definition of Integrity

January 17, 2020 12:00 - 11 minutes - 13.3 MB

In today's show, Chris reveals the true meaning of integrity.  Integrity, Chris reveals is comprised of three components. The first component is "Doing what you said you will do, and doing it on time".  This first component highlights the power of keeping your word.  The second component of keeping your integrity is "Knowing what you are to do, doing it as it was meant to be done, and doing it on time". This second component is about being keenly aware of your responsibilities, and adoptin...

106 | Michael Fleming | Powerful Traits of Highly Successful Business Professionals and Leaders

January 14, 2020 12:00 - 55 minutes - 55.2 MB

In today’s show, Chris interviews Michael Fleming, District manager, Milwaukee Tools. Michael shares some of the most important learnings from his successes and failures and reveals some crucial attributes that have enabled him to quickly rise through the ranks at one of the largest employers in Canada. This show starts with Michael recalling his life before Student Works. A quiet kid, Michael was frustrated with his lack of independence and poor earnings from menial jobs. Perhaps, this is ...

105 | Powerful Tips to Get Started

January 10, 2020 12:00 - 10 minutes - 12.7 MB

In the first show of 2020, we reveal an effective 3-step process to GET STARTED and achieve your annual goals. The first step is “Having a Plan”. Setting audacious goals is great. But, how can you hope to achieve those goals without a proper plan? Chris shares how we, at Student Works come up with effective plans for our painting business. The second step? “A Really Big Push”. You need abundant enthusiasm to execute any ambitious business plan. Chris reveals why a big push is critical fo...

104 | Govindh Jayaraman | How to Attain Your Long-Term, Audacious Goal

January 07, 2020 12:00 - 59 minutes - 86.5 MB

In today, show, Chris interviews Govindh Jayaraman, CEO, Asus Medical Corporation. Govindh shares some of the most powerful attributes that have been instrumental in his staggering success.  Govindh gets into the groove right away by firing away some excellent nuggets. We kick of this special show by discussing how core values like taking responsibility, building trust, and displaying care can help build a world-class and progressive organization.  Next, Govindh recalls his life as a Stude...

103 | How to Successfully Set Goals with Longer Time Frames

January 03, 2020 12:00 - 12 minutes - 14.4 MB

In today's show, Chris reveals why setting long-term goals is critical for finding success. As we embark on our professional journey to realize our vision, many of us tend to get bogged down by the initial setbacks.  Losing hope and patience, we stop putting in our best effort. Citing various examples, Chris shares why it’s important to take these failures in our stride, and persevere, no matter what. For all this and much more, tune in to this show now!   Resources:  Student Works  Ch...

102 | Reflections on the Year Gone By

December 20, 2019 12:00 - 14 minutes - 16 MB

In today’s very special show, as we record our 100th podcast, we reflect on the year gone by.  We started this podcast to help us execute our larger vision of co-creating the next generation of leaders.  So, have we been successful in this endeavor?  Chris cites tangible data like downloads, customer retentions, and testimonial to show how this podcast has helped us move one step closer to our goal. Do not miss this special show!   Resources:  Student Works  Chris Thomson LinkedIn Ch...

101 | Jacqueline Bean | The Greatest Lessons I Learned Working at Pepsico

December 17, 2019 19:04 - 42 minutes - 43.1 MB

In today’s show, Chris interviews, Jacqueline Bean, District Sales Manager, Pepsico. Jacqueline shares some interesting details about her professional life, and reveals some critical attributes which have contributed to her spectacular success.  Even before joining the Student Works program, Jacqueline was independent and hardworking. However, like many of us at that age, she was frustrated with her lack of clarity. Her Student Works stint, Jacqueline reveals empowered her with confidence ...

100 | The Phenomenal Value of Failure

December 13, 2019 12:00 - 9 minutes - 11.9 MB

Our today's solo is about failure. Blinded by victories, we fail to realize that failure and victory are two sides of the same coin. Have you experienced disappointment at not scoring a big win right away? Have you felt like hanging up your boots after experiencing a big failure?  If yes, listening to this show will help you reframe your attitude towards failure. Tune in for some excellent insights!   Resources:  Student Works  Chris Thomson LinkedIn Chris’s Email

099 | Jeremy O'Krafka | The Biggest Lessons I’ve Learned in My Career

December 10, 2019 12:00 - 50 minutes - 73.1 MB

In today’s show, Chris interviews Jeremy O’Krafka, Learning Advisor at Learngistics & Founder, MENTORnetwork. Jeremy shares his eventful professional journey and reveals some of the most important lessons that his many successes and failures have taught him over the years. This show starts with Jeremy recalling his days as Student Works Operator. His first year, Jeremy shares was a difficult one as he struggled to learn the ropes of the painting business. Not one to get bogged down by a cha...

098 | How to Motivate Yourself When You are Totally Exhausted

December 06, 2019 12:00 - 9 minutes - 12.1 MB

In today's powerful solo, Chris shares some effective tips for overcoming mental exhaustion to fulfill your professional commitments.  Feeling stress at work? Maybe you are dealing with a difficult boss. Or, maybe you are experiencing relationship problems that are impacting your mental health. All of us have our own share of worries that threaten to affect our productivity.  In today's show, Chris reveals how YOU can reign in these negative feelings so that you commitment to your work, yo...

097 | Kyle Pinnell | How to Find Professional Success without Compromising on Work-Life Balance

December 03, 2019 12:00 - 45 minutes - 66.7 MB

In today’s show, Chris interviews Kyle Pinnell, Channel Partner Manager, Top Hat. Kyle shares some interesting details about his work experiences, and reveals how clear prioritization and time-management has allowed him to strike a good work-life balance. In the first segment of this show, Kyle recalls his life before Student Works. Always possessing an entrepreneurial streak, Kyle was perceptive enough to realize the need for professional coaching in his formative years. Did joining Studen...

096 | How to Harness the Benefits of Good Listening

November 29, 2019 12:00 - 9 minutes - 11.7 MB

In today's short but powerful solo, Chris highlights the importance of being a good and attentive listener. Because our mind is preoccupied with our problems, we often fail to fully register what the other person is saying. Good listeners, Chris points out are far more likely to have successful personal and professional relationships.  If you feel that you need to work on your listening skills, this is a show that you must tune in to! Resources:  Student Works  Chris Thomson LinkedIn C...

095 | Roland Thoms | How I Established a Multimillion Dollar Painting Business

November 26, 2019 12:00 - 52 minutes - 76.6 MB

In today’s show, Chris interviews Roland Thoms, Owner, Varsity Painting and Student Works Painting. Roland shares some interesting anecdotes from his eventful career, and reveals some crucial attributes that have contributed to his success. This show starts with Roland recalling his life before Student Works. Always possessing an entrepreneurial streak, Roland took up odd jobs even as a teenager. However, like many of us, he totally lacked the focus and planning require to operate a formal...

095 | Roland Thoms | 3 Chapters Of Slapping Paint On Walls - A Discussion On Pivotal Life Decisions And Confidence Builders

November 26, 2019 12:00 - 52 minutes - 76.6 MB

In today’s show, Chris interviews Roland Thoms, Owner, Varsity Painting and Student Works Painting. Roland shares some interesting anecdotes from his eventful career, and reveals some crucial attributes that have contributed to his success. This show starts with Roland recalling his life before Student Works. Always possessing an entrepreneurial streak, Roland took up odd jobs even as a teenager. However, like many of us, he totally lacked the focus and planning require to operate a formal ...

094 | How to Build and Leverage Your Professional Network

November 22, 2019 12:00 - 7 minutes - 10.2 MB

In today’s short but insightful solo, Chris shares some excellent networking tips that will help professional and young entrepreneurs alike. Courtesy his many years in business, Chris has a powerful network of entrepreneurs and professionals who hold him in high regard. How many successful people do you know who are willing to do business with you? In today’s show, Chris shares some excellent tips for building and leveraging your own professional network. Tune in for some excellent tips! ...

093 | Jason Reid | How I Survived Thirteen Business Failures

November 19, 2019 12:00 - 51 minutes - 74.2 MB

In today’s show, Chris interviews Jason Reid, Co-Founder, National Services Group. Once homeless, how did Jason manage to evolve into a successful serial entrepreneur? He reveals his life journey, and his most crucial learnings from his successes, and more importantly his failures. This show starts with Jason recalling his life as a teenager. Like many of us in our formative years, he had little direction and was lacking work ethic. Jason makes some honest admissions about his wayward ways ...

092 | How to Build a Powerful Brand

November 15, 2019 12:00 - 11 minutes - 13 MB

In today's thought-provoking show, Chris explains how you can build an alluring brand that stands the test of time.  Listeners will learn that why customer satisfaction is the only way to build a brand. Citing his own example, Chris shares the different systems via which Student Works is delivering the best possible customer experience.  Tune in for some excellent brand building tips!    Resources:  Enroll in Student Works Now! Student Works  Chris Thomson LinkedIn Homestars

091 | Bob Repovs | How to Overcome the Challenges of Managing a Large, Complex Business

November 12, 2019 12:00 - 54 minutes - 78.6 MB

In today’s show, Chris interviews Bob Repovs, President & CEO, Samco Machinery. Bob shares how you can overcome some of the biggest challenges of managing a large, manufacturing business via effective communication, delegation, and diversification. This show starts with Bob recalling his life before Student Works. Like many of us, as a teenager, Bob was also unsure about what he wanted to do with his life. Did his Student Works stint help him gain a clearer perspective? In this segment of ...

090| How to Effectively Deal with Competition in Business

November 08, 2019 12:00 - 8 minutes - 10.6 MB

In today's short but insightful show, Chris reveals the best way to deal with competition. Excessive focus on a competitor is immensely detrimental to your performance and business. Citing his example, Chris shares how focusing on his own business has allowed him to develop solid systems and training methodologies over the years. Apart from this, will a firm focus on yourself help you discover more lucrative opportunities? Chris shares some real-life examples to better explain his point.  ...

089 | Greg Kuchma | How I Became One of the Top Real Estate Brokers in Canada with Greg Kuchma

November 05, 2019 12:00 - 43 minutes - 63.7 MB

In today’s show, Chris interviews Greg Kuchma, real estate broker, Royal LePage Burloak. As of today, Greg is one of the top 1% agents in his company, an organization dominated by 60-year olds. How did Greg achieve this amazing success in such a short time? Tune in to hear his incredible story. This show starts with Greg sharing details about his life before Student Works. Low on confidence, Greg reveals that his biggest frustration was his meager earnings that were not commensurate with th...

088 | Why Modeling the Masters is the Best Way Forward

November 01, 2019 11:00 - 10 minutes - 12.9 MB

In today's show, we reveals why modeling the masters and even your competition is the best way to upskill and gain traction in your business. We have, in the past, repeatedly discussed the important of continuous learning and skill upgradation. Today, Chris shares some common sense approaches for achieving this goal.  Citing his own example, Chris shares how he relies on podcasts, books, conferences and masterminds to learn about the best and latest practices and broaden his horizons. If yo...

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