The Elite Entrepreneurs Podcast
Brett Gilliland
If you’re one of the 3-5% of entrepreneurs that’s grown their business to seven figures in revenue, congratulations! You are an ELITE entrepreneur. Few people can say they’ve accomplished what you have. I’m sure that success hasn’t stopped you from wondering: What’s the next step?
Getting from six to seven figures is a commendable and extremely difficult feat, but it’s not smooth sailing after you clear the $1 million mark. If you’re like a lot of entrepreneurs, you’re probably encountering a host of new problems you’ve never fought through before. Leadership changes, vision changes, and you might find yourself wearing ten hats in a given day. That climb up to $10 million seems insurmountable, right?
Welcome Brett Gilliland, your host of the Elite Entrepreneurs podcast. Brett Gilliland is Founder and CEO of Elite Entrepreneurs, a company that specializes in giving $1M+ business owners the knowledge, processes and tools to grow to $10M and beyond. Brett is an expert in organization development, leadership and strategy and spent 10 years helping Infusionsoft grow from $7M in revenue to over $100M. Brett was involved in the foundational work of Purpose, Values and Mission at Infusionsoft and facilitated the strategic planning process for many years.
Getting from six to seven figures is a commendable and extremely difficult feat, but it’s not smooth sailing after you clear the $1 million mark. If you’re like a lot of entrepreneurs, you’re probably encountering a host of new problems you’ve never fought through before. Leadership changes, vision changes, and you might find yourself wearing ten hats in a given day. That climb up to $10 million seems insurmountable, right?
Welcome Brett Gilliland, your host of the Elite Entrepreneurs podcast. Brett Gilliland is Founder and CEO of Elite Entrepreneurs, a company that specializes in giving $1M+ business owners the knowledge, processes and tools to grow to $10M and beyond. Brett is an expert in organization development, leadership and strategy and spent 10 years helping Infusionsoft grow from $7M in revenue to over $100M. Brett was involved in the foundational work of Purpose, Values and Mission at Infusionsoft and facilitated the strategic planning process for many years.
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Jul 23, 2024 • 41min
The Power of Persistence and Innovation in Visual Effects
Dive into the explosive world of visual effects with Nick Seavert, founder of JangaFX, on the "Seven Figure Journey" podcast. Discover how Nick transformed his frustration with inadequate tools into a thriving business that digitally enhances films and games with spectacular explosions, smoke, and more. Join host David Gilliland as they explore Nick’s journey from a solo visual effects artist to a pioneering entrepreneur.
Jul 23, 2024 • 43min
How Visual Fizz Mastered the Art of Niching Down
Join us in this insightful episode of the Seven Figure Journey podcast where David Gilliland talks with Dan Salganik, the visionary behind Visual Fizz, a Chicago-based marketing agency that's making waves through strategic specialization. Dive deep into the transformative strategies that helped Visual Fizz thrive in a competitive market by focusing on niche sectors like manufacturing and industrial construction.
Jul 23, 2024 • 35min
Elevating the Vacation Rental Experience
Join us as we dive into the remarkable journey of Alex Zemianek, the innovative entrepreneur behind JZ Vacation Rentals. From heartfelt personal challenges to pioneering the vacation rental industry, Alex's story is not just inspiring—it's transformative.
Jul 23, 2024 • 30min
How Hurley Fox is Redefining Financial Services for Entrepreneurs
Dive into the world of Hurley Fox, founder of Fox and Partners, on this episode of the Seven Figure Journey Podcast. Learn how Hurley’s team is transforming the landscape of financial services by treating their clients as partners in both business and life.
Jul 23, 2024 • 26min
Empowering Teams to Foster Entrepreneurship and Performance Excellence
In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Gino Donati, the founder of SDR Ready, as he shares his transformative journey from a seasoned Sales Development Representative to a pioneering entrepreneur. Witness how Gino's unique approach to sales development and leadership has propelled his company to success and has profoundly impacted the lives of those around him.
Jul 23, 2024 • 39min
From Family Roots to Financial Revolution
Join us as Tom Stadum, founder of Fielle, shares his remarkable journey from inheriting a family business to transforming it into a thriving national enterprise in the wealth management sector. In this episode, Tom delves into the challenges of starting a business during a global pandemic, strategies for managing significant assets, and the nuances of scaling a business across state lines.
Jul 23, 2024 • 38min
Harnessing the Power of Data and Decision-Making
Join us in this enlightening episode of the Seven Figure Journey podcast as our host, Brett Gilliland sits down with Rado Kotorov, co-founder and CEO of Story Data. Dive into Rado's unique journey from studying law and economics to leading a pioneering company that transforms how data is utilized in decision-making processes.
Jul 23, 2024 • 23min
Mastering the CEO Shift at Tandem Investment Partners
Join us in this enlightening episode as Mark McCormack, a distinguished entrepreneur and investor at Tandem Investment Partners, shares his transition from a gritty entrepreneur to a strategic CEO. Discover the critical lessons Mark learned along the way and how these insights helped him nurture startups into successful enterprises.
Jul 23, 2024 • 40min
Strategic Pivot with Retro 51 Under David’s Guidance
Join us in this inspiring episode of "Entrepreneurial Insights," where we sit down with Jeffrey Velker, the visionary leader behind Retro 51. Dive into a fascinating journey of strategic pivots and innovative leadership that transformed a simple pen company into a thriving enterprise.
Jul 23, 2024 • 28min
Navigating the Wealth Transfer Wave with Peter Fuller
Join us in this enlightening episode of the Seven Figure Journey podcast as we dive into the transformative world of business scaling with Peter Foller, founder and CEO of Catapult AI. Discover the secrets of navigating the largest wealth transfer in history and learn how to maximize your business's value.
