Next Level Pros

Welcome to a new episode of The Founder Podcast. In today’s episode, I sit down with the legendary Forbes Riley, a pioneer in the world of infomercials and sales, known for her incredible ability to sell anything and everything. Forbes opens up about her journey from going through personal challenges to achieving over $2.5 billion in sales. She shares the philosophies that drive her, the power of effective pitching, and how she turned her setbacks into comebacks. This episode is packed with valuable lessons on resilience, the art of persuasion, and the importance of believing in your goals.  Highlights:  "Life happens for you, not to you. Use your obstacles as stepping stones." "You pitch people all day; it's about making them want what you have." "Consistency and belief in your goals are the keys to achieving greatness." Timestamps: 00:00 - The Power of Infomercials02:20 - Mastering the Pitch05:57 - Working with Billy Mays10:00 - Overcoming Personal Tragedy13:44 - Age and Career Transitions20:00 - Setting Big Goals26:04 - Committing to Goals29:43 - Hypnosis and Memorization34:26 - Life-Changing Accidents39:29 - Mastering the Art of Pitchings Looking to scale your business? Want to learn directly from the same team that helped me sell my last business for 9 figures? Click this link below to check out how you can work with us. https://nextlevelhomepros.com/grow-home-service-vsl Join my community - Founder Acceleration ⁠https://www.founderacceleration.com ⁠ Apply for our next Mastermind:h⁠ttps://www.thefoundermastermind.com⁠ Golf with Chris h⁠ttps://www.golfwithchris.com⁠  Watch my latest PodcastApple- ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-founder-podcast/id1687030281S⁠Spotify- ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/1e0cL2vI1JAtQrojSOA7D2⁠YouTube - @thefounderspodcast

Welcome to the 100th episode of the Founder Podcast! In this special episode, we dive deep into a treasure trove of networking wisdom, sharing memorable moments and valuable lessons from past guests. From chance encounters with industry titans to profound personal revelations, join us as we celebrate the connections that have shaped our journey and continue to inspire entrepreneurs everywhere. Don’t miss out on this celebration of community, learning, and growth! Highlights: "You're always only one handshake away from anybody in the world." "I ended up taking over the academia to Galleria... I had a table of six set up at the feet of David... Then, Andrea Bocelli came in and serenaded them." "The two things I cared about from when I was 12 were making people happy and being an awesome dad." Timestamps: 00:00 - The Power of Networking 01:52 - The Value of Podcasting 02:18 - Dinner with David 05:00 - Clint Sparks' Childhood 07:42 - Building Happiness 10:06 - A Moment of Reckoning 15:00 - Lessons in Business Scaling 18:27 - The Human Connection 20:00 - Investment Opportunities 24:22 - Grant Cardone’s Do-Over Advice Looking to scale your business? Want to learn directly from the same team that helped me sell my last business for 9 figures? Click this link below to check out how you can work with us. https://nextlevelhomepros.com/grow-home-service-vsl Join my community - Founder Acceleration ⁠https://www.founderacceleration.com ⁠ Apply for our next Mastermind:h⁠ttps://www.thefoundermastermind.com⁠ Golf with Chris h⁠ttps://www.golfwithchris.com⁠ Watch my latest Podcast Apple- ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-founder-podcast/id1687030281S ⁠ Spotify- ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/1e0cL2vI1JAtQrojSOA7D2⁠ YouTube - @thefounderspodcast

Welcome to a new episide of The Founder Podcast.  Join us in this episode where Lauren Von, CEO of Quintessa Marketing, shares her journey of integrating deep-seated generosity with business success. From giving away half of her company's profits to the impactful changes it has brought within her team and community, Lauren’s story is proof to how business can be a powerful force for good. Join us to discover how generosity has not only shaped her business strategy but also fueled its growth to incredible heights. Highlights: "We still give away half of our monthly profit, something that we've just committed to, and it's funny because we've grown more doing that. Our employees are more bought in; it's really changed the trajectory of Quintessa and our employees." "Giving away 50% of your profit, that's painful, there's a lot of pain in that. But what's amazing is, I have helped more because I felt called to mission work at a very young age." "This will be a billion-dollar company. I get very clear on my vision. You don’t like my team? Great, I’ll go find the best. I'll go find it and scale it." Timestamps: 00:41 - The Genesis of Giving Half the Profits 01:05 - Giving on Employees 03:10 - Committing to Regular Generosity 05:20 - Largest Donation: A Milestone of Generosity 08:15 - Childhood Inspirations from Parents 14:00 - Using Business for Greater Good 19:37 - A Decade of Leadership 25:04 - Bringing on Strategic Leadership 32:56 - Implementing the EOS System 38:08 - Power of Employee Involvement Looking to scale your business? Want to learn directly from the same team that helped me sell my last business for 9 figures? Click this link below to check out how you can work with us. https://nextlevelhomepros.com/grow-home-service-vsl Join my community - Founder Acceleration ⁠https://www.founderacceleration.com ⁠ Apply for our next Mastermind:h⁠ttps://www.thefoundermastermind.com⁠Golf with Chris h⁠ttps://www.golfwithchris.com⁠ Watch my latest PodcastApple- ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-founder-podcast/id1687030281S⁠Spotify- ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/1e0cL2vI1JAtQrojSOA7D2⁠YouTube - @thefounderspodcast

Welcome to a new episode of The Founder Podcast. In today’s episode, we discuss the strategy behind pricing your offerings. We take a deep dive into why positioning yourself as a premium option can enhance your brand's perceived value and boost your bottom line. We explore strategic pricing insights, debunk the myths around being the cheapest, and share actionable tips to help you price confidently. Highlights: "Every dollar more that you charge is a step closer to not just profitability but sustainability and quality in your business." "Being the cheapest means cutting corners, but charging more allows you to invest back into your products and services, enhancing overall customer satisfaction." "Price your product not just for the market, but for the quality, longevity, and experience it offers. That's the true value." Timestamps: 00:00 - The Pitfalls of Underpricing 00:43 - Setting the Stage in Pricing 05:00 - The Luxury Margin 06:17 - Comparative Economics: Louie Vuitton vs. Marshalls 08:20 - Small Price Increase, Big Impact 09:10 -The Real Cost of Pricing Too Low 10:00 - How a 10% Price Increase Translates to 33% More Profit 12:45 - Educating Customers on Value 15:00 - Avoiding Apple-to-Apple Comparisons 16:55 - Are You Undercharging? Looking to scale your business? Want to learn directly from the same team that helped me sell my last business for 9 figures? Click this link below to check out how you can work with us. https://nextlevelhomepros.com/grow-home-service-vsl Join my community - Founder Acceleration ⁠https://www.founderacceleration.com ⁠ Apply for our next Mastermind:h⁠ttps://www.thefoundermastermind.com⁠Golf with Chris h⁠ttps://www.golfwithchris.com⁠ Watch my latest PodcastApple- ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-founder-podcast/id1687030281S⁠Spotify- ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/1e0cL2vI1JAtQrojSOA7D2⁠YouTube - @thefounderspodcast

Welcome to a new episode of The Founder Podcast. In this episode, I’m joined by the man who made auto-tune a musical masterpiece - T-Pain! This episode pulls no punches, exploring the raw journey of a legendary artist. We'll delve into his humble beginnings, the challenges that tested his limits, and the successes that proved his status as a genre-bending icon. Prepare for unfiltered honesty as T-Pain reflects on his life, his music, and the impact he's had on the industry. Don't miss this chance to see the man behind the mask - an episode that's as real as it gets. Highlights:: "Money won't solve your problems. It solves your financial issues but not your problems." "You get to see where people's parameters are; you get to see if I'm down, everybody's cool... But when you get successful again, it's like, 'What makes you so good?'" "Speak. Say the weird thing. Just do it. Just go. When you say it out loud, it creates problems in the past; when you hold it in, it creates problems in the future." Timestamps: 00:00 - The Pitfalls of Early Fame 03:33 - Breaking Away from Religious Constraints 06:03 - Family Dynamics: Then vs. Now 10:06 - Evolving Personal Image 15:00 - Learning from Business Failures and Successes 19:30 - The Dark Side of Financial Management 26:10 - The Origin of a Signature Sound 33:04 - The Impact of Industry Critique on Career 37:25 - The Rollercoaster of Public Perception 43:11 - Reflecting on Life After the Show Looking to scale your business? Want to learn directly from the same team that helped me sell my last business for 9 figures? Click this link below to check out how you can work with us. https://nextlevelhomepros.com/grow-home-service-vsl Join my community - Founder Acceleration ⁠https://www.founderacceleration.com ⁠ Apply for our next Mastermind:h⁠ttps://www.thefoundermastermind.com⁠  Golf with Chris h⁠ttps://www.golfwithchris.com⁠  Watch my latest Podcast Apple- ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-founder-podcast/id1687030281S⁠ Spotify- ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/1e0cL2vI1JAtQrojSOA7D2⁠ YouTube - @thefounderspodcast

Welcome to a new episode of The Founder Podcast. In this episode, we explore Alex Neist's journey from the depths of personal and professional despair to the heights of entrepreneurial success with Hostage Tape. Discover how a simple change in his sleep habits led to a profound transformation in his life and sparked the creation of a brand that's much more than just a product—it's a movement. Alex shares the incredible story behind Hostage Tape, revealing how it not only improved his own life but also promises to revolutionize sleep for millions. Highlights: "I'm building a billion dollar brand. It is—I know it is. I can see where it's going to be. And I know what the TAM is, I know what the opportunity is." "This isn't just tape. It's a movement." "I need something that I'm I love doing and I love building. I love building these companies." Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction to Hostage Tape 02:08 - Origin Story of Hostage Tape 05:08 - Early Development of Hostage Tape 10:48 - Naming the 'Hostage' Brand 16:41 - Marketing and Brand Evolution 22:40 - Protecting Product Innovations 30:09 - Building a Brand Community 34:50 - Team Culture and Philosophy 42:17 - Future Vision and Strategy 45:15 - Influential Books and Resources Looking to scale your business? Want to learn directly from the same team that helped me sell my last business for 9 figures? Click this link below to check out how you can work with us. https://nextlevelhomepros.com/grow-home-service-vsl Join my community - Founder Acceleration ⁠https://www.founderacceleration.com ⁠Apply for our next Mastermind: h⁠ttps://www.thefoundermastermind.com⁠Golf with Chris h⁠ttps://www.golfwithchris.com⁠Watch my latest PodcastApple- ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-founder-podcast/id1687030281S⁠Spotify- ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/1e0cL2vI1JAtQrojSOA7D2⁠YouTube - @thefounderspodcast

Welcome to a new episode of the Founder Podcast. In this episode, I’m joined by Yuri Elkaim, a former professional athlete turned transformative health pioneer and New York Times bestselling author. Yuri explores the power of health, mindset, and entrepreneurship. Gain invaluable strategies to weave wellness seamlessly into your everyday life, grasp the important role of mindset in accomplishing your objectives and learn new methods to consistently elevate your energy for success in every aspect of your existence. Tune in to transform the way you think about health, success, and personal growth. Highlights: "Enjoy the walk not the destination because you'll walk further if you enjoy the process." "You don't understand how good you can feel until you feel how good you can feel." "It's a grind if you feel ground. When you find your life's purpose, it doesn't feel like work." Timestamps: 00:44- Meet Yuri Elkaim, Health Expert 02:02 - The Balance Between Health and Hustle 05:29 - The Real Cost of Neglecting Health 07:24 - Yuri's Personal Health Journey 11:15 - Yuri's Perspective on Vaccines 17:18 - Positive Energy in Consuming Food 23:04 - Yuri's Daily Routine for Optimal Health 28:32 - Underrated and Overrated Workouts and Diets 34:15 - The Importance of Breathwork and Meditation 47:24 - The Biggest Challenge Entrepreneurs Face Live Links: Join my community - Founder Acceleration ⁠https://www.founderacceleration.com ⁠ Apply for our next Mastermind:h⁠ttps://www.thefoundermastermind.com⁠ Golf with Chris h⁠ttps://www.golfwithchris.com⁠ Watch my latest Podcast Apple- ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Spotify- ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/1e0cL2v... YouTube - @thefounderspodcast

Welcome to a new episode of the Founder Podcast. This episode dives into the world of barbering with celebrity barber Mark Baysinger! Join us as Mark shares his inspiring journey, from selling door-to-door to cutting hair for sports stars. He offers lessons on building a successful career and the power of mindset to turn your dreams into reality.  Highlights: "Opportunity looks a lot like hard work." "A championship mindset is genuinely everyday trying to show up and living your purpose.” "People buy from who they like, and that's about building genuine relationships.” Timestamps: 02:28 - The Sales Background 04:31 - Barbershop Talk Begins  06:10 - From Small Town to Big Time 10:28 - Becoming Team Barber 15:31 - What Sets You Apart? 19:06 - Professional Mindset 24:19 - Locker Room Culture 32:35 - Exploring New Ventures 48:03 - Championship Culture  Looking to scale your business? Want to learn directly from the same team that helped me sell my last business for 9 figures? Click this link below to check out how you can work with us. https://nextlevelhomepros.com/grow-home-service-vsl Live Links:  Join my community - Founder Acceleration ⁠https://www.founderacceleration.com ⁠ Apply for our next Mastermind:h⁠ttps://www.thefoundermastermind.com⁠  Golf with Chris h⁠ttps://www.golfwithchris.com⁠  Watch my latest Podcast Apple- ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-founder-podcast/id1687030281S⁠ Spotify- ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/1e0cL2vI1JAtQrojSOA7D2⁠ YouTube - @thefounderspodcast

Welcome to a new episode of the Founder Podcast. In this episode, we go into the innovative world of modular housing with Paolo Tiramani, CEO of Boxful. Paolo shares his journey from ideation to the current successes and challenges of creating foldable, modular homes that will surely transform the housing industry. With insights into the entrepreneurial spirit that drives Boxful and discussions on overcoming regulatory hurdles and enhancing manufacturing efficiency, this episode is a must-listen for anyone intrigued by the intersection of technology, design, and real estate. Highlights: "If you really want to be an entrepreneur, you can't give up. To a pathological degree, you can't give up. You have to get up and go every day." "I just want to be the best. Driven to be the best doesn't mean I always succeed, but it's a core driver for me." "Our philosophy in product development was always to say, 'What product category can we invent that doesn't exist?" Timestamps:00:00 - Introducing Paolo Tiramani and Boxful04:20 - Early Prototype and Interaction with Elon Musk09:06 - First Public Presentation at the International Builder's Show13:49 - Paolo's Background and Entrepreneurial Drive17:58 - The Philosophy Behind Never Giving Up22:19 - Crowdfunding Success and Production Challenges27:48 - Vision for a Massive Logistics Company in Housing31:02 - Addressing Regulatory Challenges in Housing37:45 - Tour of a Modular Home Setup45:00 - Potential for Multi-story Modular Buildings Live Links:Join my community - Founder Acceleration ⁠https://www.founderacceleration.com ⁠ Apply for our next Mastermind: ⁠https://www.thefoundermastermind.com Golf with Chris h⁠ttps://www.golfwithchris.com⁠  Watch my latest Podcast Apple- ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-founder-podcast/id1687030281S⁠ Spotify- ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/1e0cL2vI1JAtQrojSOA7D2⁠ YouTube - @thefounderspodcast

Welcome to a new episode of the Founder Podcast. In this episode, I’m joined by Daeron Myers, whose early life in Baltimore’s tough neighborhoods involved illegal activities and facing numerous life-threatening challenges, And transforming his life and creating a thriving six-figure delivery business. Join us as Daeron shares how he leveraged his past experiences to escape the rat race and inspire others to do the same. This episode is not just a story of survival but a testament to the power of change and entrepreneurship. Highlights: "I realized I had to apply myself to something better. You know, I gotta do something different. I'm not just living for myself anymore." "Hard work is the only work that pays off in the end." "What I put in is what I get out. Now I'm in control of my own destiny." Timestamps :  00:00 - Life's Harsh Lessons: Daeron talks about his friend's death and his own near-death experiences shaping his outlook. 02:37 - How a life-threatening injury led Daeron to reconsider his path. 07:11 - Family Ties to Crime 10:24 - The moment he decided to stop selling drugs and change his life. 21:19 - Reflecting on his hospitalization 28:35 - How Daeron shifted from crime to starting a legitimate business using his car. 34:46 - Daeron talks about expanding his delivery service and employing others. 39:45 - Daeron explains how he began mentoring others to start their own courier businesses. 44:13 - Daeron introduces his program to help others replicate his success. 46:23 - Final thoughts and advice from Daeron on entrepreneurship and making a positive change. Live Links:  Join my community - Founder Acceleration ⁠https://www.founderacceleration.com ⁠ Apply for our next Mastermind:h⁠ttps://www.thefoundermastermind.com⁠  Golf with Chris h⁠ttps://www.golfwithchris.com⁠  Watch my latest Podcast Apple- ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-founder-podcast/id1687030281S⁠ Spotify- ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/1e0cL2vI1JAtQrojSOA7D2⁠ YouTube - @thefounderspodcast