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The Owners Model - How To Pivot From "Entrepreneur" to "Owner" Jan 18, 2021

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Hey entrepreneur, are you sitting in the owner's chair? Or are you operating every piece of your business?

If it is the latter, you are probably way overstressed, way undercapitalized, way confused about the direction of your business, and growing really slowly.

You've discovered that the worst businesses in the world are seven figure businesses. Why would the author of 12 Months to $1 Million say a thing like that? Because:

You have to hire really good talent, but you don't have the money to hire really good talent. You have to have the cash flow to be able to reinvest into growth, but you don't have enough cash to grow the business.
You're just stuck paying yourself and then getting by on the rest of the revenue.
You're able to pay yourself and for your overhead and maybe some team members, but you're caught in a trap where you're not really able to grow to that $10,000,000 point, or even higher.

So, in today's episode, we're going to help you make the shift from entrepreneur to owner. After listening, you'll be crystal-clear on the three things a business leader needs to focus on. With that clarity, you'll see the path forward for making your current business - or your next - the freedom machine that fuels your life and lets you make an enormous difference for your customers.

Let me know what you think. I think this message has the power to change everything for the entrepreneurs who really get it.

The Top 3 Businesses To Start in 2021 Jan 13, 2021

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We live in a world that has changed so much in the past year. It's a sure bet that 2021 will bring even more change into the business landscape. We're seeing new buying behaviors because consumers now have new desires and demands, and entrepreneurs can fill the needs of these changes.

There are three emerging trends that will make some entrepreneurs very, very rich over the coming years.

Today, we're going to dive into three niche ideas that are about to boom. So, if you're considering starting a new business and want to know where the marketplace is going to go, pay attention to these three markets.

After you listen, let us know… any of these markets get you excited?

Launch Week: She Sold $323k In 28 Days Jan 11, 2021

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Today, Ryan talks with Cathryn Lavery of the Best Self Co. to find out how this super-scrappy founder launched on Kickstarter. While many entrepreneurs seeking funding give Kickstarter a shot and get mediocre results, Cathryn did it the smart way. The result? Not only did she fund her first inventory round, but her second and third, too!

If you plan to launch your own product on Kickstarter, listen in and take notes because you'll learn from someone who's learned to navigate all the pitfalls and make crowdfunding work. And if you hadn't even thought about using Kickstarter for your launch, stop everything! Give this a listen to see whether crowdfunding makes sense for you.

After you listen, I'd love to hear your thoughts on using this solution for funding your business.

Just Start Jan 06, 2021

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Here's something weird… and it 100% determines whether you will succeed as an entrepreneur.

It's the one difference between two people who…

Both say they want to start a business.

Both have ambition running through their veins.

Both say they WANT it.

Both go through the same exact training, read the same books, and have the same blueprint.

But one seemingly small difference between these two people determines whether they'll become wildly successful... or become stuck and bitter.

The only difference? It's not what you might think.

As you listen to this podcast episode you may find yourself feeling terrified (in a good way!)... and oddly, even MORE eager to get started building your own business.

I'd love to hear what shift you experience as a result of listening today.

1,000 Day Goals Jan 04, 2021

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How to Make 2021 Not Suck Dec 28, 2020

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Did 2020 suck for you? Or was it the best year yet?

Your assessment of 2020 and your experience of 2021 all depend on which "menu" of options you choose. You could choose from the menu where everything sucks and nothing's working for you… Or, you can choose from an entirely different menu, one full of new possibilities that all come together to make 2021 the best year yet.

In this episode, Ryan shares four "extended menu options" anyone can choose from to make 2021 a fantastic year. It all boils down to a series of decisions - and they impact your business, your relationships, and your own wellbeing.

Best of all, you don't even have to wait for the new year to start. You can make these decisions starting right now. If you do, and you look back at 2020, we'd love to hear how your take on the year shifts. Here's to setting ourselves up for a great 2021!

The Shark Tank Episode: "Pitch Week" From The Capitalism Incubator Dec 21, 2020

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Today, you're in for a treat. Inside the Capitalism Incubator, a couple dozen brand owners have been busy preparing to launch their million-dollar brands. Each one of these entrepreneurs has taken ownership of a problem that's plaguing a specific group of people who are hoping and praying someone, somewhere will come up with a solution. These brand owners are about to answer their audiences' prayers.

Now, as I've taught over and over, you don't have to have a big bankroll to launch a million-dollar brand. I recently published a video on YouTube detailing how I launched a brand with just $600, and later sold it for $16 million.

But having investors backing your brand can sure help speed up the process. That's why we put our Cap Inc students through a powerful exercise we call Pitch Week. It's grueling at times. It's emotional. It's a huge stretch for some. But they did it! (And they'll be the first to tell you that this assignment was incredibly valuable for them.)

Give a listen, and you'll hear a handful of our Cap Inc students pitch their brands to a panel of investors. If you're a budding entrepreneur, you'll pick up some gems of insight that can give you clarity as you think about the brand you want to build. If you're an investor, you'll get a sneak peek at the kinds of brands the Capitalism Incubator is helping to launch.

Enjoy!

How Jason Grew 3x & Crossed $250k/mo During The Pandemic Dec 14, 2020

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Today, I'm joined by Jason Franciosa. Jason's the co-owner of a brand that serves the CrossFit community - and he's the head coach inside the Capitalism Incubator.

About a year ago, we had a conversation about how his company was just on the cusp of reaching a million dollars in sales for the year. Fast-forward to 2020, the year of the pandemic. Sure enough, the business faced some of its biggest butt-puckering challenges ever.

But… Jason's still grown it 300% this year, and monthly revenue now tops $250K.

I wanted to share this conversation with you because right before Jason started this venture, he was about to give up his entrepreneurial dreams and go get a job. Instead, he went all in, one last time… and he says it was the best decision he's ever made.

No matter where you are in your entrepreneurial journey, there are priceless bits of wisdom for you in this conversation.

Give it a listen, and let me know what you think.

4 New Business Ideas My Students Are Launching Dec 07, 2020

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Just a few months into the Capitalism Incubator experience, we asked each member to present the vision of their company.

Why? Because if you create a crystal clear vision for where you're going, you can build the road knowing you'll get there. Even more, you can get there faster with the help of a few key relationships who can bring resources to the table.

Each member you're about to meet is on their way to building a 7-8- figure business. Each one has chosen an audience to serve, taken ownership of a problem their audience faces, and created solutions to serve them.

You'll meet Damien, Kristy, Keerthan, and Yasmine and hear about their experience inside the Incubator and where they're headed with the brands they're creating.Prepare to be inspired and impressed by what these four entrepreneurs are up to. Comment to cheer them on with us!

How Gemma and Georgie Crossed 7-Figures In A Competitive Niche Dec 02, 2020

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A few years ago, two Australian entrepreneurs joined me at the lake house for a Backroom event. They'd built a wellness brand selling yoga products, and were right around seven-figures in annual revenue. Fantastic, right?

Well, they were walking into a room of people doing $300K to $400K a month. It would have been easy for them to feel intimidated and even to wonder what they were doing wrong. But they set their sights on much bigger milestones, and kept doing the right things for the right reasons.

I'm really proud of Gemma and Georgie and what they've created through Ajna Wellbeing, and know you'll love getting to listen in on this conversation. We recorded it for our Capitalism Incubator. But this discussion is so inspiring that we wanted to share it with everyone.

Enjoy!

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