The Elite Entrepreneurs Podcast

There’s no shortcut to success; like most successful individuals, one must traverse the long journey, full of blocks and hurdles. And it’s what makes the destination taste sweet. In this episode, Gregg Scoresby, the Founder and Managing Partner of PHX Ventures, brings the lessons he learned and the mistakes he embraced as the stepping stones to growth. He also talks about the role of culture in one’s ambition. Gregg’s wisdom brings so much value in this insightful episode. So, join us in this conversation, and today, we’ll turn these stumbles into success.What the podcast will teach you:Embracing mistakes as stepping stones to growthKey lessons Gregg learned from the mistakesEntrepreneur’s ambition is dynamicResources:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greggscoresby/ Twitter: @GreggScoresbyPHX Ventures: https://www.phxventures.com/

For a business to achieve its set goals, it requires the right talents to run the operations and provide sensible advice to its leaders. Mac Lackey took this to heart and became his critical factor in achieving success. In this conversation with Brett Gilliland, he shares how he started his business with his friends, got through numerous challenges, and learned the importance of hiring people who are way smarter and more skilled than him. He explains how surrounding yourself with excellence allows you to perform better in leading, inspiring, and coaching your team. Mac also discusses how to bring genuine value to your business in the simplest way, which results in a more profitable exit strategy.

Entrepreneurs often overwork themselves to the point of burnout, thinking that it is the only path toward career and financial success. Alan Underwood learned this the hard way, but the fruits of adapting inside out entrepreneurship are indeed worthwhile. He joins Brett Gilliland to talk about the power of building success from within and the most important lessons he gained from creating several startups. What the podcast will teach you:The nonprofit efforts of Angel Flight WestThe for-profit efforts of Momentum Capital GroupWhat the transition from owner-operator to team builder looks likeThe hardship of losing three parents in two yearsThe importance of letting kids experience mistakesThe benefits of work delegation Resources:https://www.angelflightwest.org/ https://growwithelite.com/ https://www.facebook.com/alan.underwood.54 www.linkedin.com/in/the-alan-underwood

Success in serial entrepreneurship isn't just about building companies, it's about building the right culture and hiring the right people for exceptional results. In this episode, we sit down with Stephen Halasnik, a serial entrepreneur who has built not one, not two, but seven successful companies, with revenues ranging from $5 million to a whopping $25 million.  What the podcast will teach you:● How picking the right industry can make all the difference in your entrepreneurial journey.● Why hiring the right people is one of the most crucial aspects of building a thriving business.● Creating a company culture that thrives on excellence and exceptional results.● The importance of delegating effectively and creating space for strategic thinking. Resources:● Elite Funeral Funding: https://elitefuneralfunding.com/ ● Healthcare Seeker: https://healthcareseeker.com/ ● Financial Solution: www.financingsolutionsnow.com ● Grow With Elite: www.financingsolutionsnow.com ● Email: Steveh@FinancingSolutionsNow.com  Join us on this episode as we dive deep into the entrepreneurial mindset and the keys to building thriving businesses. Tune in now.

Events with booming music typically attract complaints from your neighbors and nearby establishments because of the loud noise. If you still want to push through your event but without having to get rid of music, opting for a silent disco is a good idea. Brett Gilliland sits down with Robert Kowal to share the story behind HUSHconcerts, as well as his strategies for building efficient and deeply connected business teams. > What the podcast will teach you:·        What does a silent concert look like and how it is possible·        How to apply the same model to corporate events·        The challenges of business partnerships·        How to keep a team loyal, inspired, and connected·        How to create the sense of “we”·        The difference between personal growth and performance > Resources:·        https://www.facebook.com/HUSHconcerts/ ·        https://www.linkedin.com/in/robbie-kowal-658296237/ ·        https://growwithelite.com/

That transition from entrepreneur to CEO is where most seven-figure businesses get stuck. When you’ve been boots on the ground for too long, you start to believe that nobody is better than you in doing the things you ought to let go of. But when you really make a great hire, you might be surprised at what they’re capable of. We discuss this key inflection point from integrator to visionary with Isabelle Guarino, CEO of a company called Residential Assisted Living Academy and host of Young Boss Podcast. What the podcast will teach you:How strategic hiring helps with the transition from integrator to visionary.Using the Predictive Index to make great hires.Hiring for a good culture fit.Getting your team set up culturally.Why the hustler has to die for the CEO to live. Resources:https://residentialassistedlivingacademy.com/https://theyoungbosspodcast.com/

In a competitive industry with a customer base that already holds loyalty to established businesses, how do you insert yourself and stand out? For Evan Ritchey, the co-founder and CEO of Coconut Cleaning, the way in is through outside-the-box thinking: creative business models. In this episode, he sits down with Bret Gilliland to share how they navigated the challenges of starting a business in the cleaning industry through their unique cleaning process and subscription model. Going from two to 15 trucks, Evan then talks about how they built the team they have now and dealing with the effects of growth both financially and emotionally. The challenges of being an entrepreneur never end when you find success; it grows instead along with its rewards. Join Evan in this conversation and discover how being creative can help you face what’s coming your way and continue to thrive! What the podcast will teach you:·        Doubling down on the subscription model could help grow your business.·        The art of letting go and trusting your people·        Balancing the successes of growing but also dealing with what that growth means·        The value of taking people’s ideas to the business’ culture Resources:·        Evan Ritchey LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evan-ritchey-4398b610b/·        Coconut Cleaning Co Website: www.coconutcleaningco.com ·        Coconut Cleaning Co Instagram: @coconutcleaning ·        Elite Entrepreneurs: https://growwithelite.com/

Putting in 16 hours a day on a job is far from being fulfilling, especially when you begin to lose time for yourself and your family. This is the wake-up call that drove Karl Bickmore to start shifting his mindset from working on “a job” to working with “a business mindset,” eventually transforming his life and those around him. In this episode, Karl joins Brett Gilliland to share his learning journey toward becoming a business owner. Now, he is one of the founders of Snap Tech IT, which has grown from a desk in his bedroom, then a room in his house, and to an organization with 50 employees across three locations. Tune in to this conversation and discover the lessons Karl gained from his rise to the top. Find out how he became an accidental entrepreneur, growing a business and not just a job he has created for himself. What the podcast will teach you:Going from a job to a business mindset.Why do owners operate out of anxiety?The biggest thing you have to work on your business is alignment.The business cannot outgrow the collective capability of the leadership team.How to deal with an individual that is not the right fit. Resources:Karl Bickmore’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karlbickmore/Snap Tech IT Resource Center: https://www.snaptechit.com/resources/Snap Tech IT’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/snaptechit/Elite Entrepreneurs: https://growwithelite.com/

A successful entrepreneurship career is not only about having a unique business idea or amassing a huge capital. Above anything else, it relies on genuine human connection. Brett Gilliland sits down with Shawn Finnegan, a Partner at Tax Hive, to share how building lasting relationships saved their business after losing a huge chunk of their funds. Shawn emphasizes why entrepreneurs should spend a lot of time and effort on creating deep connections with the people around them, which could save them from many troubles in the long run. > What the podcast will teach you:·        The importance of building genuine relationships with good salespeople·        The impact of creating joint ventures and affiliate deals·        How to prioritize human connection in your business tasks and goals·        How to find new partnerships from your existing contacts·        The best way to maximize business referrals·        The right approach to developing relationships during live events > Resources:·        Website: https://taxhive.com/ ·        LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawn-finnegan-03b254a/

It's time to build a business that excels both financially and in creating an extraordinary workplace. In this episode, we have Dan Ralphs, a 7-figure business growth guru who found Dream Leadership Consulting. Today, Dan shares his journey and how he transformed chaos into clarity, guiding entrepreneurs toward profitability and creating exceptional workplace cultures. Dan shares powerful strategies in leadership, strategy, and culture. Don't miss out on what a true business growth guru has to say about business growth.  What the podcast will teach you:●       Proven methods to move from chaos and confusion to clarity and confidence.●       Strategies for building wildly profitable businesses that are also great places to work.●       The power of intentional thinking and pausing for reflection.●       How to involve your team as co-creators and foster a sense of ownership.●       Demanding excellent thinking and the value of disciplined decision-making.●       Maintaining the right level of conversation and avoiding getting stuck in the day-to-day.●       The value of fresh perspectives and external facilitators.●       Dan’s strategy for elevating your business planning process. Resources:●       Dan Ralphs' LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-ralphs/●       Dan Ralphs’ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedreamleader●       The Elite Entrepreneurs’ Website: https://growwithelite.com/