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The Candy Valentino Show

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Candy Valentino has been scaling businesses before she could legally drink! Join her every Monday as she talks about wealth habits, business models, profit plans, real estate investing, and much more. Listen and learn as Candy talks to some of the most successful minds in the world like Tony Robbins, Daymond John, Ed Mylett and Amy Lacey. Hear lessons directly from Candy leveraging her 25 years of knowledge and experience. Why focus on becoming rich when the true goal is to become wealthy? And not just with your finances! It doesn't matter if you belong to Generation X, Y or Z. The Candy Valentino Show is for you! Let's start investing.
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From a $3.4B Exit to Losing $100M - The Highs & Lows of Entrepreneurship with David Meltzer

April 03, 2023 06:00 - 34 minutes

David Meltzer is a renowned entrepreneur, speaker, and best-selling author. As the co-founder of Sports 1 Marketing, David has worked with some of the biggest names in sports and entertainment, helping them to reach new levels of success. Today he shares valuable insights into the mindset and strategies of successful entrepreneurs.   IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: David's experiences and perspectives on achieving success, overcoming challenges, and living a fulfilling life Exiting a 3.4 bi...

The 6 P's to a Proper Tax Deduction

March 30, 2023 06:00 - 7 minutes

Today we're going to be talking about one of the most important strategies for saving on taxes: understanding and utilizing the 6 P's of a proper tax deduction. This strategy, if done correctly, can help you maximize your returns and keep more of your money in your pocket.   IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: How the six P's can help you save on taxes and optimize your deductions How to utilize the six P's to ensure you are protected if audited by the IRS   CONNECT WITH CANDY Receive my week...

How to Use The Collapse of Silicon Valley Bank to Protect Your Money

March 27, 2023 06:00 - 8 minutes

The Silicon Valley Bank collapse is “the” financial story right now and it’s all over the news. This event is significant in many ways, and has affected many people and businesses. It highlights the importance of having safeguards in place to protect your money.  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: The best ways to safeguard you accounts Why you should never have over $250,000 in one place The biggest takeaways from this crash    CONNECT WITH CANDY Receive my weekly email: www.candyvalent...

How To Take Advantage Of The Augusta Loophole

March 23, 2023 15:32 - 6 minutes

The Augusta Loophole is a little-known tax savings opportunity that could save you thousands of dollars on your taxes. In this episode, I explain what the Augusta Loophole is and how you can take advantage of it.   IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: How the Augusta Loophole originated How you can easily utilize this tax-saving technique How your business can benefit from the loophole   CONNECT WITH CANDY Receive my weekly email: www.candyvalentino.com Follow me @candyvalentino  Grab your ...

How the Forbes Wealthiest People Build Lasting Wealth

March 20, 2023 06:00 - 13 minutes

Today we are discussing how the Forbes wealthiest people build lasting wealth. We all want to be successful and financially stable, but how do the wealthy build lasting wealth and what are their secrets to achieving and sustaining their wealth over time?   IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: What the wealthiest people have in common. The specific strategies that the wealthiest people use to build and sustain their wealth over time. The fascinating 2022 data on those who made the list.   CONNE...

The Importance of Compound Interest in Building Wealth

March 16, 2023 06:00 - 9 minutes

Compound interest is a powerful tool for building wealth over time. It allows you to earn interest not only on your initial investment but also on the accumulated interest, resulting in exponential growth of your money. This means that the longer you leave your money invested, the more it will grow.   IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: How compound interest enables you to earn passive income without having to actively manage your investments How compound interest can help you reach your financ...

How Changing Your Diet, Changes Your Life with Joyce Laszloffy

March 13, 2023 07:00 - 32 minutes

Joyce Laszloffy is the creator and founder of the I Kicked Sugar™ Course, where she teaches the science and psychology of why we eat and crave sugar, the emotions and circumstances that keep us eating, and finally, the way out. After kicking sugar seven years ago, she quickly realized she wasn’t alone. Today over 15,000 women globally have joined the course and are reclaiming their health and happiness.   IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Why sugar addiction is a serious issue that can have ne...

Meta's Year Of Efficiency

March 09, 2023 07:00 - 11 minutes

Meta, formerly known as Facebook announced its "Year of Efficiency" plan which aims to streamline operations and reduce costs across all its departments. The plan includes implementing new AI technologies to automate tasks, optimizing supply chains, and reducing energy consumption in data centers. Listen to this episode to understand what this tech movement means for you and how you can act similarly to lead a year of efficiency in your life and business.   IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Ho...

Creative Investing & Building Sustainable Wealth with Cody Sperber

March 06, 2023 07:00 - 50 minutes

Meet the Clever Investor, Cody Sperber. Cody is one of the most successful real estate investors and educators in the US today. Despite starting with no money, he worked hard to flip properties to a small email list he managed to put together, sitting at his laptop in his kitchen. After years of trial and error, he eventually cracked the code to success and has since flipped over 1,000 deals worth around $200 million.   IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: How Cody has completed over 1,000 real e...

It’s My Birthday! Here Are 44 Life Lessons.

March 01, 2023 07:00 - 43 minutes

As I share my 44 life lessons with you on this special day, I also want to invite you to join me in making a real difference. Let's make a wish come true and help save the lives of dogs on death row! If you're moved by this episode or have ever found value in any of my content, please take a moment to donate whatever you can. Your generosity could help these animals get a second chance at life. Go to @candyvalentino on Instagram to make your donation today and let's save some lives! Thank you...

Why You Should Never Use A Debit Card

February 27, 2023 07:00 - 16 minutes

Aside from cash, a debit card is most likely the very first form of payment that you used when you were a kid. You must be asking, “Candy, why wouldn’t we use our debit cards?” Well, the simple answer is debit cards just don’t do enough for you and your money! And today I am going to uncover everything you need to know about debit cards and why you should just stop using them.   IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: How debit cards hurt your ability to build credit How debit cards stack up when i...

Stepping Into Your Identity as an Entrepreneur with Amy Porterfield

February 20, 2023 07:00 - 44 minutes

Amy Porterfield is a successful online marketing expert, speaker, and educator who helps entrepreneurs build their online businesses through digital courses and marketing strategies.   Amy has worked with well-known industry leaders, such as Tony Robbins, and has been featured in Forbes, Entrepreneur, and The Huffington Post. With her expertise, she has helped thousands of entrepreneurs and small business owners achieve success online.   IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: How Amy unbossed herse...

Love, Wealth and Relationships

February 13, 2023 07:00 - 21 minutes

Choosing to marry someone is one of the most important decisions you will ever make in many ways. It’s never a decision that should be taken lightly. However, people commonly don’t think about it in the realm of finances. The complexities of navigating through joint expenses, each other’s debt, not to mention spending (or saving) personalities can be difficult. It is important to carefully consider who you decide to marry (or be in a relationship with) as the impact they will have on your lif...

These Beliefs Are Keeping You Broke

February 06, 2023 08:00 - 32 minutes

I know I say all the time that the only way to build wealth is through action. The truth is that before you start taking that action, you HAVE to believe that building massive wealth can be true for you. So today, I’m sharing several beliefs that you may have that are keeping you broke and actionable steps you can take to break these patterns.   IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Why this economic downturn is actually an opportunity for smaller players to invest more The role that fear plays i...

Playing The Long Game And Letting Your Light Shine Bright With Mally Roncal, Celebrity Makeup Artist & Founder Of Mally Beauty

January 23, 2023 08:00 - 58 minutes

The OG beauty influencer Mally Roncal joins me on this episode to talk all about her journey from celebrity makeup artist to entrepreneur. Mally is the definition of a trailblazer. She paved the way for so many makeup artists to come out from behind-the-scenes when she launched Mally Beauty on QVC in 2005.  She shares how she carved out her niche in the industry and used her bold personality to back her brand. She’s such an authentic, uplifting voice in the beauty space, and in our conversion...

Three Ways To Build Wealth This Year (That Don’t Cost You A Ton of Time)

January 16, 2023 08:00 - 21 minutes

There are three main ways you can make money and diversify your income in 2023: Sell your spaces, sell your services, or sell your skills. Under each category, there are endless avenues to bring in some extra cash using apps or your local network. I also share some tips about how to calculate your price and what to consider if you want to expand your side hustle.  We’re going deeper on this topic and answering questions at the  LIVE Wealth Habits Workshop January 18th, so I hope to see you th...

HGTV’s Rehab Addict Nicole Curtis Reveals The Keys To Her Successful Real Estate & Restoration Business

January 09, 2023 08:00 - 56 minutes

The star of HGTV’s Rehab Addict Nicole Curtis joins me in this episode to share some of her incredible wisdom about home renovations and growing as a leader. She highlights some of the common mistakes that she sees people make when they get involved in real estate, particularly historic preservation projects.  Nicole also talks about the key factors for her success, including being more open with her team and showing up authentically on her platform. She really pulls back the curtain and brea...

Tax Strategies To Starve The IRS

January 02, 2023 08:00 - 10 minutes

There are a few key things you should be talking with your tax specialist about in the new year. In this episode, I highlight how you can reduce your taxable income through the Augusta Rule, utilizing your kids on payroll, and structuring your rental property income. There are so many ways to move money out of your business and put it into your pocket tax-free, so listen in to see how you can take advantage of these three strategies.    IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Examples of how to use ...

How Public Speaking Can Help You Grow Your Business & Expand Your Reach With Joel Weldon, Hall Of Fame Speaker

December 26, 2022 08:00 - 53 minutes

Joel Weldon, Hall of Fame Speaker and Executive Speech Coach and Sales Trainer, has more than 45 years of professional speaking experience. In our conversation, Joel shares his journey to becoming a celebrated speaker and highlights how he acquired his skills. He breaks down the direct connection between effective speaking and business outcomes, and shares his top tips for getting comfortable in front of a group. We also chat about aging with vitality and the power of committing to a decision...

Holocaust Survivor And Animal Rights Pioneer Dr. Alex Hershaft On Choosing Compassion & Hope

December 19, 2022 08:00 - 54 minutes

When I was first introduced to Dr. Alex Hershaft, I was immediately inspired by his tenacity and passion. Not only is he an animal rights pioneer and founder of Farm Animals Rights Movement (FARM), but he’s also a Holocaust survivor.  In our conversation, he details his tumultuous journey from a Warsaw ghetto to eventually immigrating to the US alone at the age of 16. He shares how his early life has given him a unique perspective on freedom and autonomy, which has rippled into his work as an...

Overcoming Your Villains & Asking For What You’re Worth With Heather Monahan, Author, Entrepreneur & TedX Speaker

December 12, 2022 08:00 - 45 minutes

In today’s episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with Heather Monahan. Heather is a best-selling author, keynote & TedX speaker, podcast host and Board Member of Healthlynked Corporation. As a former C-suite executive in media, she was named one of the most Influential Women in Radio in 2017 and Thrive Global named her a Limit Breaking Female Founder in 2018. After an unexpected termination, Heather wrote and self-published her first book Confidence Creator. Her new book, Overcome Your Vill...

Seth Tibbot, Founder of Tofurky, On His 15-Year “Overnight” Success Story

December 05, 2022 08:00 - 57 minutes

I’m joined by plant-based food pioneer Seth Tibbot, founder and former CEO of Tofurky, which is one of the first meat alternatives on the market. Seth takes us back to his bootstrapping days and describes what kept him going, despite receiving push back and skepticism from distributors.    We talk about the payoff of taking risks, following your instincts, and leading with authenticity. Seth also shares when he realized that he was bottlenecking the growth of the company and what this next ch...

Amberly Lago On Turning Your Tragedy Into Your Triumph

November 28, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour

Amberly Lago is a bestselling author, health coach, and speaker, but most of all, she’s an amazing example of what’s possible when you turn your tragedy into your triumph. Just when she felt like her life was really falling into place, Amberly was hit by an SUV while riding her motorcycle, which radically changed the trajectory of her life.  In our conversation, we talk about how she courageously handled moments in her recovery when she felt like she was spiraling into depression and despair....

The Key To Building Your Business & Financial Legacy With Entrepreneur & Bestselling Author Sharon Lechter

November 21, 2022 08:00 - 54 minutes

I’m joined by entrepreneur, bestselling author, and financial literacy advocate Sharon Lechter. She is the co-author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, and the founder and CEO of Pay Your Family First, a financial education organization. Sharon has always been a huge inspiration for me and it was an honor to be able to ask her about her career and perspective on building wealth. We dive into how hard work, focus, and discipline really play into the success of not only your business, but also your financial...

Wealth Habits: Secrets To Building Multiple Streams Of Income (Chapter 6 Sneak Peek)

November 14, 2022 08:00 - 27 minutes

Wealth Habits book launch is officially here! To celebrate, I’m giving you a sneak peek into Chapter 6 of my book: The Secrets to Building Multiple Streams of Income. This chapter is part of the third wealth habit, Earning Your Way to Wealth. I hear so often from people that they believe millionaires need to have seven streams of income, which actually isn’t true. Millionaires typically have four streams of income. This misinformation stems from incorrectly defining these different streams of...

Wealth Habits: Follow These 6 Steps To Achieve Financial Freedom!

November 07, 2022 08:00 - 23 minutes

We’re a little over one week away from the Wealth Habits book launch, so I wanted to give a quick overview of the core elements of the book and what you can expect when you get your copy.  There are six proven steps that anyone can take to build a truly rich and fulfilling life, and I’m living proof of this methodology. In this episode, I give a sneak peek into how you can learn, grow, earn, save, invest, and give your way to more wealth. Listen in to learn a little bit more about my journey ...

Alli Webb, Co-Founder Of Drybar, On The Franchise Model & Finding The Right Business Partner

October 31, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour

I’m joined by Alli Webb, entrepreneur, author, and co-founder of Drybar. Alli pulls back the curtain and walks us through how she came up with the idea for a mobile blow-drying business for busy moms in LA. That simple idea turned into what is now almost 100 Drybar locations and an industry-leading hair care product line. Alli and I discuss how she and her business partners aligned with strategic investors, why it’s so important to build your risk tolerance as an entrepreneur, and what her ex...

NYT Author Christina Hunger: How Teaching Her Dog To Talk Led To A Successful Business

October 24, 2022 07:00 - 29 minutes

If you’ve ever been a pet owner, I’m sure there have been many moments where you wondered what they’re thinking or wished that they could talk to you. Christina Hunger, a licensed speech-language pathologist and founder of The Talking Dog Movement, is making that dream a reality.    Christina developed a line of recordable buttons that you can program and teach to your pet. She’s also the NYT bestselling author of How Stella Learned To Talk, which is part memoir and part how-to guide for anyo...

How You Can Make Money Doing Anything With Cathy Savage, Founder Of Savage Coaching Agency

October 10, 2022 07:00 - 51 minutes

I’m joined by digital fitness and media pioneer Cathy Savage to discuss all things branding and building generational wealth. We talk about how she created a supportive community for women in the fitness industry and really revolutionized the competition space. Cathy shares the foundational steps that every entrepreneur should take in order to build their personal and business brands, as well as how she expanded her own empire and reach. She also highlights specific tools that you can use to ...

1 Simple Way To Increase Your Net Worth With Jessica Zweig, Founder Of The SimplyBe. Agency

October 03, 2022 07:00 - 48 minutes

I’m joined by Jessica Zweig, the founder of The SimplyBe. Agency, author, and podcast host. We talk about the importance of building a business on the foundation of your core values, outside-the-box business metrics, and her strategy for creating authentic personal branding. Jessica illustrates what her life was like when she was stuck in a cycle of victim mentality and the tools that helped her grow out of that mindset. We also touch on why every entrepreneur should be doing personal develop...

10 Tips To Find The Right Real Estate Deals

September 26, 2022 07:00 - 46 minutes

There are a ton of ways that you can generate money and create wealth, but real estate is by far my favorite. In today’s episode, I break down exactly how I research the market, find deals, and analyze the numbers. I explain how to figure out what to pay for a property and then what the process looks like for securing financing and funding. I detail how to calculate rental and renovation costs, and how I build a team of trusted contractors. I also dig into how to price and sell a house, and t...

From Homeless To 100 Million Homes With Successful QVC Product Founder, Lia Key of Valencia Key Jewelry

September 19, 2022 07:00 - 58 minutes

I’m joined by Lia Key, founder of Valencia Key Jewelry, to discuss overcoming generational poverty, creating opportunities, and focusing on millimeter choices. As a child, Lia’s mother always told her to never leave the house without earrings on because they represent the sparkling light inside of her. In our conversation, she describes how she embodied that wisdom and turned it into her hand-sketched jewelry line. We also talk about finding lessons in rejection and how Lia stays rooted in he...

Is It Better To Rent Your Property Through Airbnb Or Long-Term Tenants?

September 12, 2022 07:00 - 21 minutes

Investing in real estate is one of the main ways that Americans become wealthy, but there are three main questions that you should ask yourself before you sign on the dotted line. I break down what those three things are, the pros and cons of both short-term and long-term rentals, and some guidelines that can help you determine if an investment is likely to be profitable. I get into my own experience with renting out properties on Airbnb and explain why I don’t consider them to be a source of...

Are You Micromanaging Or Empowering Your People? Cornerstone & My IT Founder Patrick Leonard On His Secret To A Successful Business

September 05, 2022 07:00 - 41 minutes

Today I have Patrick Leonard on the show. Patrick is a business entrepreneur in the software and IT space who has successfully grown, scaled and exited two companies that he built, including My IT and Cornerstone, which were full-service IT solutions providers. It was a 20-year period from beginning these companies, building and scaling them, to eventually exiting them — so always remember we are playing the long game!  Patrick later founded a SaaS company called BackUp Radar in 2015 and sold...

15 Years Later, I Finally Wrote A Book

August 29, 2022 07:00 - 22 minutes

My first ever book is out! Wealth Habits: Six Ordinary Steps to Achieve Extraordinary Financial Freedom is here and I am so honored and grateful for the response that we've had already. In today’s episode, I discuss the nuggets and the goodness of making this dream a reality. There are a couple of key takeaways and lessons that I've learned in this whole process that I want to make sure to share with you.    IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: How my decades of experience made me ready to write ...

8 Benefits Of Trusts And How You Can Have One

August 22, 2022 07:00 - 22 minutes

Oftentimes we think that in order to have a trust, you have to be rich and wealthy. Well, good news: trusts can be for everyone, and they give you much more control where a will does not. In today’s episode, I am going to share eight benefits of trusts and the types of trusts that you can set up so you can decide which one might work for you.    IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: The difference and the benefits of both revocable and irrevocable trusts. The difference between the three roles in...

5 Habits Keeping You Broke

August 15, 2022 07:00 - 27 minutes

When it comes to creating wealth and reaching your financial goals, it’s all about building your habits on the ground level. I’m breaking down my top five strategies for achieving the wealth that you deserve, including exactly how much of your income you should be investing and illustrating the difference between good and bad debt.  I explain what a ‘broke mindset' looks like, why it’s so important to surround yourself with positive people, and how being with the wrong partner can be the bigg...

1-800-GOT-JUNK? Founder & CEO, Brian Scudamore, On How Junk Made Millions Through Franchising

August 08, 2022 07:00 - 34 minutes

Brian Scudamore is the founder of 1-800-GOT-JUNK and O2E Brands. Brian shares the story behind how he went from hauling junk in his $700 truck to owning and operating a $600 million company. He opens up about his non-traditional path to business, why he believes in learning-as-you-go, and the real story behind why he fired his entire team and restarted from scratch.  Brian shares his simple ‘beer-and-barbecue’ litmus test for hiring, and how that differs when it comes to taking on a new franc...

Critical Legal Steps To Take For Your Business With Business Litigation Attorney, Cody Jess

August 01, 2022 07:00 - 39 minutes

Cody Jess is one of the top-rated Business Litigation attorneys in Phoenix, AZ. His practice focuses on complex commercial litigation, commercial bankruptcy, creditors’ rights, and business law. I’m excited to share our conversation because regardless of if you’re an LLC, S corp, or C corp, you will want to hear from the guy that finds these discrepancies in business documents and get some insight into the common mistakes that he sees people making.    Cody and I talk about how to get really ...

4 Ways To Start Your Business With The End In Mind

July 25, 2022 07:00 - 19 minutes

Something that I see so many entrepreneurs missing the mark on is how they view the trajectory of their business, more specifically, how to reverse engineer their goals to set out on that trajectory. If there comes a time when you want to grow your revenue and scale your business, you have to start with the end in mind, planning your exit from day one. By reverse engineering your goals, you avoid the hamster wheel effect and can position yourself for a lucrative exit.  In today’s episode, I b...

How To Fight Your Insecurities As A CEO With Todd Davis, Co-Founder of LifeLock

July 18, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour

I’m joined by Todd Davis, co-founder of LifeLock, to talk about the ups and downs of his identity theft protection startup, which was acquired by Symantec for $2.3 billion just 12 years after he launched the company. He shares the stories behind LifeLock’s iconic marketing strategies, like the $1 million guarantee and publishing his Social Security Number all over billboards and commercials. We discuss how he confronted his insecurities and self-doubt as a CEO, and what his hiring approach wa...

The Power Of Collaboration & "Old School" Marketing Techniques With Alison Lumbatis, CEO Of Outfit Formulas®

July 11, 2022 19:00 - 29 minutes

I’m joined by Alison Lumbatis, the CEO of Outfit Formulas®, speaker, and best-selling author. Outfit Formulas® is an online styling program that has taught over 100,000 members how to curate a functional, fashionable wardrobe they feel confident wearing. We discuss the tipping point that inspired her to take the leap, leave her steady corporate job, and embark on her entrepreneurial journey. She shares her number one piece of advice to anyone starting out, what her biggest mistake was as a ro...

22. How To Build And Exit A Billion Dollar Brand With Amy Lacey, Founder Of Cali’flour Foods

July 04, 2022 07:00 - 49 minutes - 45.5 MB

I’m joined by Amy Lacey, founder of Cali’flour Foods and national best-selling author of Cali’flour Kitchen and The Clean Switch. After being diagnosed with lupus in 2010, she needed to make major changes in her diet and give up one of her favorite traditions: pizza with her family on Friday nights. She decided to get creative in the kitchen and ended up developing the OG cauliflower pizza crust that actually satisfied her cravings, but helped her stay on track with her health goals.    ...

How To Build And Exit A Billion Dollar Brand With Amy Lacey, Founder Of Cali’flour Foods

July 04, 2022 07:00 - 52 minutes

I’m joined by Amy Lacey, founder of Cali’flour Foods and national best-selling author of Cali’flour Kitchen and The Clean Switch. After being diagnosed with lupus in 2010, she needed to make major changes in her diet and give up one of her favorite traditions: pizza with her family on Friday nights. She decided to get creative in the kitchen and ended up developing the OG cauliflower pizza crust that actually satisfied her cravings, but helped her stay on track with her health goals.    Amy t...

21. The Difference Between Growth & Scale

June 30, 2022 07:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MB

A common misunderstanding with business owners is that they don’t truly understand the difference between a business that is growing and a business that is scaling. They see signs of growth and get super excited that they’re business is gaining traction, but with that, they’re expenses are also increasing at the same rate as the growth. So in turn, they’re not actually scaling. And that’s because they’re not actively and constantly measuring the KPIs that determine how to scale a business. T...

21. The Difference Between Growth & Scale And How You Can Start Scaling Your Business

June 30, 2022 07:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MB

A common misunderstanding with business owners is that they don’t truly understand the difference between a business that is growing and a business that is scaling. They see signs of growth and get super excited that they’re business is gaining traction, but with that, they’re expenses are also increasing at the same rate as the growth. So in turn, they’re not actually scaling. And that’s because they’re not actively and constantly measuring the KPIs that determine how to scale a business. T...

The Difference Between Growth & Scale

June 30, 2022 07:00 - 18 minutes

A common misunderstanding with business owners is that they don’t truly understand the difference between a business that is growing and a business that is scaling. They see signs of growth and get super excited that they’re business is gaining traction, but with that, they’re expenses are also increasing at the same rate as the growth. So in turn, they’re not actually scaling. And that’s because they’re not actively and constantly measuring the KPIs that determine how to scale a business. To...

20. Founder Of Mountainside Fitness, Tom Hatten On Customer Acquisition & Retention, Standing Out In A Saturated Industry And Embracing The Unknown

June 27, 2022 07:00 - 49 minutes - 45 MB

I’m joined by Tom Hatten, founder of Mountainside Fitness, the number one health club in Arizona and number 14 in the entire country. The gym membership is the OG recurring payment program, so I ask Tom to share his wisdom on customer acquisition and retention. As a lifelong athlete, Tom unpacks how his competitive mentality has both helped and hindered Mountainside’s growth, and how he’s learned to move out of the way and trust his team.    When Governor Ducey forced gyms to shut down d...

Founder Of Mountainside Fitness, Tom Hatten On Customer Acquisition & Retention, Standing Out In A Saturated Industry And Embracing The Unknown

June 27, 2022 07:00 - 51 minutes

I’m joined by Tom Hatten, founder of Mountainside Fitness, the number one health club in Arizona and number 14 in the entire country. The gym membership is the OG recurring payment program, so I ask Tom to share his wisdom on customer acquisition and retention. As a lifelong athlete, Tom unpacks how his competitive mentality has both helped and hindered Mountainside’s growth, and how he’s learned to move out of the way and trust his team.    When Governor Ducey forced gyms to shut down during...

Daymond John Of Shark Tank On How To Develop Your Intuition, The Importance Of Mentors And His Advice For Entrepreneurs

June 20, 2022 07:00 - 45 minutes - 42 MB

I’m sharing a peek into our first Wealth & Business Summit where I got to sit down for a Q&A session with Daymond John, the founder of FUBU and one of the original sharks on the TV series Shark Tank. Daymond shares the number one thing that he looks for when he’s investing in a new company, how to develop your intuition, and why having mentors is a crucial part of your success.   Daymond gets real about his biggest business mistakes and highlights some of his wins, including investing in...

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