Plan B Success
534 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 42 ratingsDo you have a plan for your life?
To be successful, make money and grow your business and career!
Have things gone as planned?
Are you left feeling lost and unfulfilled?
I'm not in the business of selling you a plan B. I want to help you find your purpose, passion, and success in life so that you can ditch planning for good and start executing and seeing the results you DESIRE!
Here, I share what you need to do irrespective of whether it's your Plan A, B, C, or D; and how you can find success in any situation by following these three principles: Passion, Purpose & Profit!
Plan B Success is the #1 coaching company for entrepreneurs, career professionals, and you; those on a mission to grow, find fulfillment and along the way, make money.
We help our clients find their passion and purpose, learn to grow and make money in any market conditions, build a team that can scale with them, create financial freedom, and pursue life with intention.
If that’s you, tune in and get in touch! We are waiting to get you on your journey!!
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Do You Have To "Know It All" To Succeed?
May 06, 2022 16:20 - 4 minutes - 5.22 MBEveryone wants to be an expert in everything. But, the key to being successful is doing only a few things well. Do you want to be a jack of all trades or a master of a few or even one? While it's tempting to be an expert in everything, it's just not feasible. To set yourself apart as a true professional, just do a few things or even one well. Focus on what you do best and find an expert when you need help with something else. Listen to learn how to know it all without having to know it...
Are You Living The Dream Or Living In A Dream?
May 05, 2022 18:50 - 4 minutes - 5.91 MBYou're either living your dream or just dreaming about it. If you want to take it from a dream to real life, there are a few things to give up and a few more to do. Are you living the life of your dreams? Are you happy with where you are in life? If not, what is holding you back? Tune in to learn how and what to do to live the life of your dreams... _________________________________________________________ Rajeev Mudumba's Website: www.rajeevmudumba.com Plan B Succe...
Mergers & Acquisitions w/ Kison Patel, Founder & CEO @ M&A Science
May 02, 2022 19:38 - 24 minutes - 23.6 MBKison Patel is the Founder and CEO of M&A Science, a project management software company for complex financial transactions. Kison has over a decade of experience as an M&A advisor and developed DealRoom after experiencing first-hand a number of deep-seated, industry-wide inefficiencies and challenges. Through developing technology, educational content and industry trainings, Kison aims to bring better process solutions to an industry with growing market pressures, transaction values and com...
The Cure For Boredom & Mood Swings!
April 27, 2022 20:29 - 3 minutes - 4.68 MBOur minds are miracles in action. Either we let them manage us or we manage them. What do you believe is happening with you? Irrespective, there are times when you are down and out or just need that nudge to be back in action. Let's find out what can help do that... ______________________________________________________________________ Rajeev Mudumba's Website: www.rajeevmudumba.com Plan B Success Podcast: Available on your favorite platform including iTunes @ https://a...
Executive Coaching w/ Susan Freeman, Leadership Consultant
April 26, 2022 15:49 - 24 minutes - 23.8 MBSusan S. Freeman is a powerfully engaging, renowned executive coach, leadership development expert, consultant, author and speaker. Susan’s unique process supports leaders who desire to be effective in their work lives, while enjoying inner harmony along the way. Your newfound skills will impact all of those around you, including your colleagues, family and community. Susan integrates the latest research in leadership coaching, neuroscience, and a practical approach to Eastern philosophy. He...
How Has The Pandemic Changed Our World?
April 19, 2022 20:29 - 2 minutes - 3.27 MBThe past two years, while we struggled and lived with the pandemic, have been full of ups and downs, paradoxes and strangeness that we had not known before. We saw life in a new way, engaged friends and relations differently, learned what social distancing was all about, and also learned the productive elements of remote work. We struggled with the loss of loved ones while we also got more personal time. How else did the pandemic change your world?
How To Stay Unfazed Amidst Chaos!
April 15, 2022 15:27 - 3 minutes - 3.68 MBWe live in a stressful world. Whether at work or home, we have to wear different hats and play different roles to meet expectations, fulfill responsibilities and keep the wheel of life moving. We oscillate between being reactive to proactive and back, being reactive. As a result of the chaos, there is stress that builds up. How do you stay the course and let not the happenings affect you? Let's find out!
Follow Your Dreams w/ Robert Miller, Musician & Podcaster
April 13, 2022 19:20 - 22 minutes - 21.6 MBRobert Miller’s story is unique and inspirational. He is a musician who followed his youthful dream later in life and became a Rock Star when he was in his 60s! His podcast, Follow Your Dream is for everyone who has a dream - whatever it may be - and yearns to pursue it! Get inspired by Robert in this episode. Also, get introduced to Robert’s acclaimed music and his Billboard #1 band, Project Grand Slam! Remember, you’re never too old, and it’s never too late, to follow your dream!
IQ vs. EQ - What's Needed More?
April 09, 2022 17:09 - 2 minutes - 3.73 MBIf you were given a choice between higher than average cognitive intelligence (IQ), or higher than average emotional intelligence (EQ), which would you pick? Is one more important than the other? A complex decision, right? Let's find out! For inspiring content, check out www.planb.live or https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNg1... ______________________________________________________________________ Plan B Success Podcast: Available on your favorite platform including iTunes @ http...
Do You Pursue Perfection?
April 06, 2022 16:38 - 4 minutes - 5.53 MBPerfection is a word we throw around without much regard. Nothing is perfect, right? Yet, we pursue it. Should it be pursued knowing that it can't be attained? I believe so since, along the way you'll attain excellence and that is what makes the pursuit perfect! What say? For inspiring content, check out www.planb.live or https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNg1... ______________________________________________________________________ Plan B Success Podcast: Available on your favori...
Teaching w/ Lindsey Wander, Founder & CEO @ WorldWise Tutoring
April 05, 2022 13:54 - 21 minutes - 20.7 MBLindsey Wander, Founder, and CEO of WorldWise Tutoring was a valedictorian of her high school, a STEM student who discovered her passion for teaching and re-enrolled in college to earn her teaching credentials. For several years, Lindsey taught math, biology, and STEM in the low-income neighborhoods of California, making it her mission to create a learning environment that was so engaging that it motivated her students to come to school. To do more than just serve local students, she start...
How Close Are We To World War III?
April 03, 2022 15:45 - 3 minutes - 4.44 MBHow Close Are We To World War III? This is a question on top of everyone's mind. It's been over a month and the Russia-Ukraine war rages on. Many lives, civilians, and soldiers have been lost. Millions have been displaced. Is there an end to this? Is there a solution? Are we at the door of World War III? For inspiring content, check out www.planb.live or https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNg1... ________________________________________________________________________ Rajeev Mudumba's We...
War And Peace — Pros & Cons
April 01, 2022 15:32 - 4 minutes - 4.98 MBTake a look back at the last 20, 50, 100, or even 500 plus years. One thing is pretty clear; wars, skirmishes, and conflicts are unavoidable in our world. Countries are always struggling for power and dominance, the result is that the interlude between times of conflict is what we call peace. What are the pros and cons of war and peace, let's find out!
The Genie In Your Genes w/ Dr. Dawson Church, Founder @ National Institute for Integrative Healthcare
March 29, 2022 14:00 - 31 minutes - 29.4 MBYour genes respond to your thoughts, emotions and beliefs. The way you use your mind shapes your brain, turning genes on and off in ways that can dramatically affect your health and wellbeing. Dr. Dawson Church reveals the exciting applications of the new science of Epigenetics (epi=above, i.e. control above the level of the gene) to healing. Dawson Church, PhD, is an award-winning author whose best-selling book, The Genie in Your Genes, (www.YourGeniusGene.com) has been hailed by revi...
How To Stay Relevant With Changing Market Needs?
March 25, 2022 19:38 - 3 minutes - 3.44 MBMarkets and the business world have been changing at a phenomenally rapid pace, thanks to tech and its innovation. In order to stay relevant in such a dynamic environment, you need to continue to learn and upskill. Does that mean that all you've learned to date is outdated? Not necessarily. Yet, you need to keep up on the learning circuit to keep a few steps ahead of the competition. Tune in to learn more.
Organic Vs. Inorganic Growth - Which Is Better?
March 24, 2022 01:07 - 10 minutes - 10 MBEvery organization is in the business of growth. And, growth is the indicator of a business's health. It signifies potential success and is the barometer of things working well within the organization. However, not all growth is created equally. Growth is either organic or inorganic, where organic growth comes from expanding the organization's output and engaging in activities that increase revenue. Inorganic growth comes from mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures. What are the benefit...
Business Optimization w/ Crista Grasso, Creator of Lean Out Method
March 21, 2022 17:03 - 26 minutes - 25.5 MBCrista Grasso is the creator of the Lean Out Method. She hass spent the past 2 decades helping businesses scale in simple and sustainable ways - from the largest Fortune 50 companies in the world, to coaches, consultants, and online experts like you. She specializes in developing strategies to build, implement, and scale programs and products that get results fast by being both customer-centric and results-focused. Now, she is on a mission to help entrepreneurs simplify success, get off the...
From Stuck To Unstuck!
March 18, 2022 00:06 - 5 minutes - 5.59 MBFeeling stuck? Feel like you're not going anywhere? Well, you're not alone. Many out there feel the same and are not in control, be it their personal or professional lives. You can get unstuck, map your course, and make progress. How? Let's find out!
How To Embrace Your Vulnerabilities And Face Your Fears?
March 15, 2022 21:30 - 5 minutes - 6.32 MBEach of us is imperfect, has flaws, has made mistakes, and yet, must make progress. These chinks in our armor are what make us unique. Be open and vulnerable, just the way you are, you don't have to hide behind a facade. But, with all that vulnerability, show that you have no fear is being your true authentic self. Your journey of improvement starts from thereon. How can you achieve this level of resilience? Let's listen to find out.
Small Business Success w/ Ruth King, Consultant & Author
March 14, 2022 22:09 - 23 minutes - 22.5 MBRuth King is a serial entrepreneur, having owned eight businesses in 37 years. Her specialty is profitability - giving small business owners the processes/ tools they need to get and stay profitable, build wealth, and give back. One of her businesses, Business Ventures Corporation, began in 1986 where she helps companies through in-person and online training, books, videos and consulting. An example of what she has done for her clients includes helping a client whose initial revenue was $...
Does Meditation Really Work?
March 09, 2022 21:28 - 6 minutes - 7.22 MBMeditation and its virtues have been extolled for centuries. For all its popularity, many are unclear about its mental and physical health benefits. Some studies suggest that it can help people relax, manage stress, and even reduce pain medication reliance. But, the question persists - Does meditation really work? Tune in to find out!
Who Comes First - Employees Or Customers?
March 07, 2022 19:58 - 9 minutes - 9.76 MBYou cannot have employees without customers or customers without employees. It’s like the chicken and egg situation, they both came first. Customers and employees are inextricably linked. You can't service your customers without employees, and you can't have employees burned out at the expense of servicing customers. So, who comes first? Let's find out!
Human Connections w/ Zach Giglio, Founder & CEO @ GCM
February 28, 2022 21:48 - 29 minutes - 28.5 MBBusiness and how it's conducted has seen more human affinity as a result of the pandemic during these turbulent times. Hybrid and virtual work environments demand more focus on human connections. Zach Giglio is the Founder and CEO of GCM where they create human connections through communications and marketing. Zach has found that companies that are leading in this new virtual and hybrid environment are clear about their identity as a company, and are deeply purpose-driven. Zach has been...
Emotional Drain - Life Energy At Risk!
February 24, 2022 23:19 - 12 minutes - 12.3 MBEmotions, while is energy in motion, can also drain and exhaust you. You can be emotionally worn out as a result of accumulating stress and pent-up feelings. Eventually, burnout can occur. It's possible to push back against such exhaustion by reducing the drain of your emotions, learning to conserve them, and also replenishing them. How? Tune in and learn!
Emotions Are Energy In Motion!
February 22, 2022 17:04 - 5 minutes - 5.94 MBHuman lives are weaved in emotions. While you may have feelings that you tend to label as happy, sad, fearful, or more; their interpretation is what triggers emotions and gives your feelings a meaning. Emotions tend to be energy conveyed by your feelings. They are fluid, and are either released, suppressed, or ignored. And, what you do with this energy determines the patterns your life will experience, whether positive or negative. It all starts with recognizing that emotions are energy in...
Driven w/ Suzanne Evans, Consultant & Author
February 22, 2022 00:06 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MBSuzanne Evans, an entrepreneur from North Carolina, blends business, strategy, lifestyle, and storytelling in a way that allows people to build businesses that shape the world to be a better place. Susan has hot the Inc 500/5000 for five straight years and landed #5 on the NY Times Bestseller List. Her motto is to help more people do more good work in the world. Tune in!
Is The Future Too Far Away To Worry About Today?
February 19, 2022 18:15 - 9 minutes - 9.7 MBA thinking mind has the ability to think far into the future, sometimes makeup what may be, and also worry about it. While it's critical to think about the future and your well-being when you arrive there, today is more important than anything else. When you worry too much about what could be, you tend to devalue your present moment, what is. Let's learn how to strike a balance...
Lost Your Job? Don't Make It About Your Self Worth!
February 17, 2022 23:31 - 5 minutes - 6.16 MBFor many professionals around the world, being employed is closely associated with a sense of self, worth, and being a productive member of our communities. As a result, when someone loses a job, it threatens all of these core values they associate with it. Your identity is more than just your job. Don't let a job loss stigmatize you and curb who you are as a person. You still have the traits and skills that make you uniquely you, which is your most prized possession. Uncouple your moral...
Superbold w/ Fred Joyal, Marketing Expert & Author
February 16, 2022 16:21 - 27 minutes - 25.6 MBFred Joyal is a prominent speaker and author focusing on remarkable customer service. Recently retired, Fred was the co-founder of Futuredontics, the parent company of 1-800-DENTIST, which, over 30 years, generated over $1 billion in revenue. He is the author of two books, Everything is Marketing: The Ultimate Strategy for Dental Practice Growth, published in 2010, and Becoming Remarkable: How to Create a Dental Practice Everyone Talks About, published in 2015. Superbold is his latest book...
Whose Permission Are You Waiting For?
February 12, 2022 19:21 - 6 minutes - 7.12 MBLife, for many, has been about waiting. But, what are you waiting for and why? What's stopping you from going and getting what you want? Have you ever thought about it? You do not have to wait for anyone's permission to go and seek out what you want to achieve. Because, if you keep waiting for someone to say "yes", you'll always lay in wait. Listen in and learn how to make things happen!
Does Hard Work Lead To Financial Freedom?
February 10, 2022 15:52 - 6 minutes - 6.67 MBFinancial freedom is the goal everyone aspires for. Isn't it? And, you need to put in work to get there. But, does hard work allow you financial freedom? What is your definition of financial freedom? While gaining financial freedom requires work and sacrifice on your part, and it's said that the harder you work, you make more money; does it lead to financial freedom? Let's find out!
Uber Of Lawncare w/ Bryan Clayton, Founder & CEO @ Greenpal
February 08, 2022 14:38 - 27 minutes - 26.5 MBBryan Clayton is CEO and co-founder of GreenPal, an online marketplace that connects homeowners with local lawn care professionals. GreenPal has been called the “Uber for lawn care” by Entrepreneur magazine and has over 200,000 active users completing thousands of transactions per day. Before starting GreenPal, Bryan founded Peachtree Inc., one of the largest landscaping companies in the state of Tennessee growing it to over $10 million a year in annual revenue before it was acquired by ...
Finding Your Path Amidst Uncertainty!
February 06, 2022 16:32 - 4 minutes - 5.36 MBWith two-plus years under the pandemic, shaky world politics, rising unemployment rates, it's an uncertain new normal that we all live amidst. While the natural reaction is to not take any steps in the face of uncertainty, this is the time when we must find a way to create our own direction. Even with not knowing what's to come, we can't afford to stay put. The only control we have is on our actions and that'll help determine how we find our path and shape our future, one we can control to t...
What Does Leadership Mean To You?
February 04, 2022 17:32 - 7 minutes - 7.69 MBLeadership is an idea, an essence where you are able to inspire others, motivate, set a vision, communicate, respect, and of course, lead by example. Leaders must have an honest understanding of who they are, what they know, and what they are capable of. To be a successful leader, you have to be able to convince your followers, not just yourself or your superiors, that you are worthy of being followed. And, the only thread that binds you together is mutual trust and respect. What does lead...
The Art Of Execution w/ Lucas Root, Consultant & Coach
February 01, 2022 16:14 - 28 minutes - 27.8 MBFor over 17 years, Lucas Root led numerous teams on Wall Street. After establishing a consistent track record of success, Lucas started his own consulting business. Lucas works with strong brands with a well-funded great idea, who doesn’t quite know how to execute. Since early 2019, Lucas has had the wonderful opportunity to speak to numerous audiences in North America, Australia, and Europe, as well as partner with both businesses and VCs for mentoring. Listen in!
Inflation - Should I Bother?
January 27, 2022 20:15 - 6 minutes - 6.51 MBInflation that is seen around us over the last several months is straining paychecks and proving to be an additional worry on top of what we're already going through. Consumer confidence and economic rebound have been faltering. Should you be concerned about this and what can you do to cope with the rising trend of prices? Let's find out...
Businesses Are Run By Visionaries And Integrators - Who Are You?
January 26, 2022 18:03 - 8 minutes - 9.24 MBFor any entrepreneurial venture to succeed, you need two kinds of roles within the organization to work together - visionaries and integrators. Although they both bring different skill sets, their complementary work is what ensures that the organization moves forward. While they think and act differently, they work toward a common goal. Who are you and how do you benefit your organization?
Being Coachable w/ Nicole Jansen, Founder, Leaders Of Transformation
January 24, 2022 19:30 - 27 minutes - 26.6 MBNicole Jansen is a Leadership coach, who works with business owners to help them master “the little voice in their head”, to see possibilities they haven’t before, and to create the outcomes they desire. Her vast experience in business, leadership, and human behavior has uniquely equipped her to bring out the best in others. She is the founder of Discover The Edge and the Leaders Of Transformation Podcast, reaching listeners in over 140 countries. Let's learn from her as to what's needed ...
Are DAOs Real Business Models Or Ponzi Schemes?
January 22, 2022 19:07 - 6 minutes - 7.03 MBHave you heard of a crypto DAO? They are decentralized finance protocols whose primary use case is still in the stage of getting figured out! Currently, it has people confused and angry, especially in the bear market we seem to have entered. Its core functionality, a staking scheme with never before heard of annual percentage yields (APYs) via new token mints, is believed to be unsustainable to the point of being fraudulent. The question is - Are they true business models with a future o...
Is Blockchain The Future of Business?
January 21, 2022 14:41 - 11 minutes - 11.6 MBIs Blockchain the future of business? This is a question that is on everyone's mind. While many believe that blockchain technology will change how we live and work in the future, others believe it is yet to hit its stride. There are also those who think it's just another consumer buzzword. Truth be told, decentralized ledger technology has a profound application in a world of people that want more control over their own data. The practical implications of this are unravelling every day. ...
Creating Impact w/ Ewane “E” Masango, CEO, Society.IO
January 20, 2022 15:11 - 16 minutes - 16 MBEwane Masango dreams of a new kind of social media where the society benefits, not just a corporation. Tune in to find out more about his new venture Society.io.
Why Does Building Followers Come Naturally To Some And Not To Others?
January 19, 2022 14:36 - 4 minutes - 5.29 MBIn this day and age of influencer marketing and social media, eyeballs is what it's all about? How you do gain attention and keep it? How do you find those who are interested in what you have to say and show? Why do some people have all the success while others do not even though they put in the work? Listen and find out!
Making Money - Easier Said Than Done or Easier Done Than Said!
January 18, 2022 14:56 - 8 minutes - 8.78 MBMaking money has different connotations for different people. For some, it involves investment of money and for others, your skills and just your brain power. For some, its easier said than done and for others, vice versa. Let's delve a little deeper and find out what it means to you...
How Do I Master My Mindset? - For Success, Growth & Fulfillment
January 14, 2022 18:09 - 6 minutes - 6.99 MBHave you ever wondered why some people seem to achieve what they desire and keep pushing further while others may be as talented and hardworking but don't seem to get the same results? The key difference between the two is a mindset. While the ones who keep pushing further don't stop to ruminate on what's behind, others do. As a result, they stall and stutter. Things are going to be as they are and the only way to push further is to keep going forward despite the situations. Learn how!
Lead Generation Strategies To Skyrocket Your Reach w/ Billy Batt, Founder, Chrome Leads
January 12, 2022 18:14 - 19 minutes - 18.8 MBBilly Batt is the founder and owner of Chrome leads. He is also the Chief marketing officer at the Pro Choice Network – Contractor Hub and host of the New World Marketing Order Podcast. The digital expert uses various marketing techniques with a signature process to increase conversions. Billy’s goal is always to ensure that customers get ready to sign the dotted line. Do you want to understand your customers’ reactions, needs, and desires? Tune in!
Was The Butter Bitter @ Better.com?
January 11, 2022 21:24 - 7 minutes - 7.49 MBThe catch 22 question is - How important are employees to an organization, how sacred is the work culture for its long-term growth and sustenance, and then, what should be important to the shareholders. Is it just its monetary value or is there more to it... Tune in!
What Did You Fail At This Year?
January 10, 2022 18:09 - 4 minutes - 4.92 MBLet's take stock of the year past and plan ahead for a glorious new year!
The Digital Pivot w/ Eric Schwartzman, Digital Strategist
January 09, 2022 18:00 - 34 minutes - 33.2 MBEric Schwartzman is a digital marketing consultant, entrepreneur, and author of The Digital Pivot: Secrets of Online Marketing and Social Marketing to the Business Customer. His Digital Pivot Program helps clients grow their businesses two to five times in six to twelve months by implementing his 4-Step Digital Pivot Framework. He ran promotions at a global PR agency, founded a content management SaaS platform provider with clients such as Dunkin’ Donuts, Linkedin, NVIDIA, and Verizon. Let...
Here's Why You Should "Never" Shut Down Your Brain!
January 08, 2022 21:23 - 6 minutes - 7.17 MBWe often find ourselves in an endless thought loop. And every so often, we try to stop this endless flow of thoughts by telling ourselves to just stop thinking. But do we or can we ever really stop thinking? Or should we?
How Do I Master My Mindset?
January 07, 2022 16:32 - 6 minutes - 6.99 MBHave you ever wondered why some people seem to achieve what they desire and keep pushing further while others may be as talented and hardworking but don't seem to get the same results? The key difference between the two is a mindset. While the ones who keep pushing further don't stop to ruminate on what's behind, others do. As a result, they stall and stutter. Things are going to be as they are and the only way to push further is to keep going forward despite the situations. Learn how!