ISI Brotherhood Podcast

"As foolish as I was, I did have a measure of success, but I wonder how much differently it could have been with the proper guidance." If you've felt alone in your business, ever wondered why you can't open up to anybody about your personal life, or if you've had marital issues that just won't go away, this episode is for you. Big A tells his journey from mediocre success to living a life of true significance in today's podcast. He opens up about his own faults and how amazed he was to find guys who do life together–they don't just sit around talking about last week's game. We deep dive into the true depth of having a community of guys who KNOW who you are and can tell you straight up when you're making a mistake, and we discuss the value of encompassing the whole man in a mastermind group, not just how to scale your business. The accident with a pedestrian that changed Big A's life foreverWhat the power of vulnerability can accomplish for you and your familyOur unique goal-setting strategy "Come As You Will Be" and why it worksHow community can make you a better man, husband, and fatherIf you want to hear more speakers like this every month and be with the guys on the call, join the Iron Sharpens Iron Community today: https://www.isibrotherhood.com/isi-communityConnect with Big A:View From The Top Website: https://isibrotherhood.comThe ISI Newsletter: https://www.isibrotherhood.com/newsletterBig A’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronwalkerviewfromthetop/

"Let’s get everybody in their car, let’s give them something to drive that they can be excellent at–way better than we ever could.” Aren't we all concerned sometimes that if we delegate work to others, it won't get done like we would do it and it'll suffer because of it? Today Big A and Wally discuss what happens when a guy tries to grow a business without setting up systems, without desiring to delegate, and without hiring the right people when necessary. We dive into the dangers of trying to do it all yourself, and how it often screws you over in the long wrong because business owners are usually heavily involved in the sales side, but they’re doing a lot of the operations when it's not their gifting. Chaos ensues... unless they were to hire another person to do the work he isn't that good at.Key Takeaways:Where "trying to do it all yourself" will lead you in your businessWhat it looks like to let your team members be awesome at what they doHow to hire the right person for the jobHow do you know when the time is right to hire someone new?If you want to hear more speakers like this every month and be with the guys on the call, join the Iron Sharpens Iron Community today: https://www.isibrotherhood.com/isi-communityConnect with Big A:View From The Top Website: https://isibrotherhood.comThe ISI Newsletter: https://www.isibrotherhood.com/newsletterBig A’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronwalkerviewfromthetop/

The hosts discuss parenting and investing in kids, covering topics such as setting boundaries, financial education, and supporting adult children's choices. They share personal experiences, emphasize the importance of relationships, and highlight the need for trusted advisors and accountability.

“If you’re not doing anything to actively listen to the people that report to you, you are not maximizing your opportunity in your business. AT ALL. Like, you are missing it.”Whether in your friendships, your company, your marriage–everyone communicates. Do you communicate well? That's the real question. It's easy to talk, hard to listen, and even harder to share true things about ourselves as men. Today we dive deep into verbal and nonverbal cues and ways to say what we're really thinking. Big A tells us about how he and his wife have learned to communicate over the years, and he even shares about the times he's made big mistakes. He hopes that through his own story you'll learn a thing or two about active listening not only in your marriage, but your business as well. Key Takeaways:Big A's beef with Wally's poignant questions What one-on-one's with team members should look likeNonverbal cues we miss that can make a huge differenceWhy it's hard to say what we actually feel as menIf you want to hear more speakers like this every month and be with the guys on the call, join the Iron Sharpens Iron Community today: https://www.isibrotherhood.com/isi-communityConnect with Big A:View From The Top Website: https://isibrotherhood.comThe ISI Newsletter: https://www.isibrotherhood.com/newsletterBig A’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronwalkerviewfromthetop/

“50% of my stress comes from having a partner.” When in business, adding another voice into the mix always comes with its pros and cons. Even when you pick the right business partner, things happen and life is hard. So how do you know which partner you'll want on your side? How do you navigate the difficulties you're having with your partner right now? Wally and Big A discuss both their positive stories and also down-right terrible experiences with ex-business partners on this episode today. Between receiving an unforeseen, generous income and saying no to 2.7 million dollars so as not to screw over a terrible partner, these men get real about the difficulties and blessings of being in business with someone else. This episode isn't just about the pitfalls though, it’s about practical strategies for success when you decide to bring on a partner. Key Takeaways:How to choose a business partner that you won't regretThe ramifications of splitting the business 50/50 Mitigating the "what-ifs" and the importance of an operating agreementHow to pay your partner in a business agreementIf you want to hear more speakers like this every month and be with the guys on the call, join the Iron Sharpens Iron Community today: https://www.isibrotherhood.com/isi-communityConnect with Big A:View From The Top Website: https://isibrotherhood.comThe ISI Newsletter: https://www.isibrotherhood.com/newsletterBig A’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronwalkerviewfromthetop/

“We need to decide what’s first, and make sure that gets done.” The word "priorities" is misconstrued in our day and age. Big A and Wally discuss what priority pillars are and how to utilize them in your life. If we were to block time out, it would probably show us that we all value work "more" than your wife or kids. But does value always equal time spent? Stress often comes from 4 different zones of our life, and prioritizing correctly goes hand in hand to having a more balanced, peaceful existence.  Relationships are the lifeblood of our existence but they can also be a significant source of stress. We open up about our own journey of building healthy relationships, managing conflicts and the stress they can generate. We also highlight the immense benefits of joining a peer advisory group and share insights on managing the challenges of partnerships. Key Takeaways:Zones of stress and what to do about themWhy the word "priorities" should not exist in your lifeDealing with finances the right way for your family and your businessIs your marriage a priority? How does it show in your life?Stress management and personal growth, we believe, walk hand in hand. As we share our own struggles with stress and offer tips for reduction, we hope you'll find the inspiration to take accountability for your relationships and your life. We're in this together on a journey towards a successful and significant life. If you want to hear more speakers like this every month and be with the guys on the call, join the Iron Sharpens Iron Community today: https://www.isibrotherhood.com/isi-communityConnect with Big A:View From The Top Website: https://isibrotherhood.comThe ISI Newsletter: https://www.isibrotherhood.com/newsletterBig A’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronwalkerviewfromthetop/

“As business owners we’re going to find ourselves in 'the crunch' sometimes, and that’s okay, let’s just not be there too long.” Balancing family and a flexible job, new ideas of how to run your business flying at you from all directions, feeling stressed the minute you wake up–these major obstacles lead to shipwrecks in business all the time. Big A and Wally throw you a lifeline today as they open up about their own battles with the tumultuous sea of business. They've seen the highs, weathered the lows, and miraculously, found hidden opportunities amidst all the chaos. Have you ever felt like your business partner (or maybe it's you!) always has a new idea about once every team meeting? Kevin dives deep into the "how-to" of working with a visionary and the chaos it can create when it's not kept in check.Key Takeaways:How to work with a visionary that has new ideas all the timeThe great balancing act business owners face: flexibility in their jobLearn ways to time block, delegate and reduce chaosZone of competence vs. zone of geniusThere are no shortcuts to success, but with a bit of guidance, you can navigate the chaos and emerge triumphantly. If you want to hear more speakers like this every month and be with the guys on the call, join the Iron Sharpens Iron Community today: https://www.isibrotherhood.com/isi-communityConnect with Big A:View From The Top Website: https://isibrotherhood.comThe ISI Newsletter: https://www.isibrotherhood.com/newsletterBig A’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronwalkerviewfromthetop/

Blue Angel Pilot John Foley shares the dangers of complacency and the importance of owning the outcome in business. He discusses the power of debriefing, the mindset of 'Glad to Be Here', and the impact of humility and gratitude on leadership.

“When you’re alone, the gravity, the weightiness, the consequence of the choices that you make... they usually go really deep.” Every entrepreneur feels lonely at times in his business. There are unique challenges that are exclusive to building your own business and seeking success when everything is riding on you. Today Big A and Wally get personal about the experiences they've had feeling isolated and alone in their business success and failures. Big A drops some amazing truth bombs about isolation that are based off his own story and the stories of hundreds of men that he's heard time and time again. Wally shares about a man who couldn't get out of his own way enough to change his circumstances... sound like anybody you know? Key Takeaways: What makes entrepreneurs feel so alone while building their businessesThe damage your ego can have on building a significant lifeWhat causes feelings of aloneness and how to minimize them for goodIf you want to hear more speakers like this every month and be with the guys on the call, join the Iron Sharpens Iron Community today: https://www.isibrotherhood.com/isi-communityConnect with Big A:View From The Top Website: https://isibrotherhood.comThe ISI Newsletter: https://www.isibrotherhood.com/newsletterBig A’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronwalkerviewfromthetop/

"Good leaders make people believe in them, great leaders make people believe in themselves." Building a great team that exceeds expectations starts with building trust between you and your employees.  Mike Michalowicz, a leader in developing unstoppable teams and author of "Profit First: Transform Your Business From a Cash-Eating Monster to a Money-Making Machine," shares his insights on building great teams and the unique challenges small businesses face in finding, retaining, and raising up exceptional team members.Big A and Wally discuss how Mike uses the FASO team model to build his teams, how crucial it is to identify potential skill and ability in people you'd want on your team, and what leadership looks like in the post-COVID work environment. Key Takeaways:How to build an unstoppable team of employeesWhat to do in the post-COVID work environment as a leader The importance of one-on-one conversations, personal goal alignment, and socialization for employee well-being. Connect with Mike Michalowicz:Read Mike's book: Profit First Mike Michalowicz website: https://mikemichalowicz.com/About Mike:Mike Michalowicz is ranked as one of the most engaging and informative active business speakers as well as a celebrity business author of multiple books, including Profit First. By his 35th birthday had founded and sold two multi-million dollar companies. Confident that he had the formula to success, he became a small business angel investor… and proceeded to lose his entire fortune. Then he started all over again, driven to find better ways to grow healthy, strong companies. Mike has devoted his life to the research and delivery of innovative, impactful entrepreneurial strategies to you. Check out his website for more info. If you want to hear more speakers like this every month and be with the guys on the call, join the Iron Sharpens Iron Community today: https://www.isibrotherhood.com/isi-communityConnect with Big A:View From The Top Website: https://isibrotherhood.comThe ISI Newsletter: https://www.isibrotherhood.com/newsletterBig A’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronwalkerviewfromthetop/