Real Business Owners

Tony Whatley is a man of many, many talents. Deemed the “Side Hustle Millionaire,” this entrepreneur, business coach, best-selling author, and speaker fell into entrepreneurship when a “just for fun” personal project began producing more than 10K/month. In this episode, we talk with Tony about how he built LS1Tech, a massive online automotive community, and how he later sold the company (his side hustle) for more than $2,000,000. Other topics include tips for building an online community, what kinds of business can be sold for a profit, and the importance of finding a purpose deeper than money. If you are ready to level up personally and professionally, go to joinrbo.com

We know it’s been a challenging year for a lot of you, and it’s only become more and more difficult to stay focused as the distractions and general noise of 2020 have increased. Because of this, we decided to get back to some fundamentals: goals, discipline, and the power of your FOCUS. Right now is a perfect time to create separation between you and “the average person,” but it requires that you recognize the reality of the situation. In this episode, we discuss how you should go about refocusing your goals, the importance of staying disciplined through tough times, and some tips to improve/maintain focus! If you are ready to level up personally and professionally, go to joinrbo.com

Not only is it an essential business skill, learning to negotiate is an important LIFE skill! The truth is, it's easy to get taken when you don't understand the song and dance that goes with some of these deals, especially when you're still green! Overpaying/over-compromising is a classic mistake that you don't have to make so long as you do a little research and learn the basics early! In this episode, we cover the fundamentals of negotiating a good deal and share a handful of our own experiences. Video of this podcast is available at YouTube.com/RealBusinessOwners. Connect with us on Instagram and Facebook @RealBusinessOwners. Need bookkeeping or accounting services for your business? Reach out to Easier Accounting at 888-620-0770 or by visiting EasierAccounting.com. Interested in fixing your credit? Visit SixtyDayCreditRepair.com.

It’s funny how we assume those we admire don’t have the same problems and insecurities we do. As if these people are born in a three-piece suit, immediately an expert in their field or craft. Because we don’t know others’ history like we know our own, it’s easy to feel like an imposter, even when there’s plenty of evidence that says otherwise! It happens to pretty much everybody, and honestly... it’s a reoccurring issue throughout life (assuming you keep trying to progress). In this episode, we discuss our experience with imposter syndrome, where it comes from, and the things we’ve done to reduce it. Video of this podcast is available at YouTube.com/RealBusinessOwners. Connect with us on Instagram and Facebook @RealBusinessOwners. Need bookkeeping or accounting services for your business? Reach out to Easier Accounting at 888-620-0770 or by visiting EasierAccounting.com.

As you further commit to leveling up in life it will become more and more apparent which of your friends are holding you back. Cutting off those relationships is often difficult or awkward but ultimately an essential part of the process. You can’t force anyone to progress with you, and you’re doing both yourself and that individual a disservice by trying to make it work. In this episode, we illustrate why dropping the deadbeats is so important and discuss techniques to tactfully cut people out. Really, we believe this is a perfect time in history to re-evaluate your friendships. With all the negativity being shared, people are showing their true colors. Between this episode and last week’s, you have the tools to evaluate who in your life is a positive influence and who needs to go. We hope this podcast will inspire you to make the necessary changes. Video of this podcast is available at YouTube.com/RealBusinessOwners. Connect with us on Instagram and Facebook @RealBusinessOwners. Need bookkeeping or accounting services for your business? Reach out to Easier Accounting at 888-620-0770 or by visiting EasierAccounting.com.

Everybody’s been through some shit. Some worse than others, but, regardless of your history, there comes a time when you gotta decide if you’re gonna wallow in that shit or let it fuel you. In this episode, we talk about one of the biggest issues we see in today’s society, the victim mentality! Bottom line, it does you no good to dwell on your failure, heartbreak, pain, poor upbringing… whatever! No matter what you’ve been through or where you come from, it’s not a death sentence. The most successful individuals learn to take their bullshit and flip it into something that serves them, and that’s what we’re here to talk about today!  Video of this podcast is available at YouTube.com/RealBusinessOwners. Connect with us on Instagram and Facebook @RealBusinessOwners. Need bookkeeping or accounting services for your business? Reach out to Easier Accounting at 888-620-0770 or by visiting EasierAccounting.com.

Carrie Marshall, a certified life coach specializing in male entrepreneurs, discusses the intricate balance of mindset and emotional awareness. She highlights the flaws entrepreneurs often encounter that lead to unhappiness. Key topics include the effectiveness of group versus one-on-one coaching, navigating personal well-being for professional growth, and the importance of self-awareness. Carrie also emphasizes the significance of maintaining personal interests to prevent burnout and how self-reflection fosters resilience.

Before we get into it there’s one thing we want to make clear, you should only look into starting a second business AFTER your first venture is profitable. Don’t be a dumbass.  That said, we obviously believe in the power of owning multiple businesses (we co-own five companies with various partners). There’s something invigorating about startup mode, and having multiple irons in the fire can be huge if one venture starts to struggle! Still, making the jump from entrepreneur to SERIAL ENTREPRENEUR comes with a host of new challenges, hence today’s topic! Our experience has taught us that one person can’t give multiple businesses the attention they need, so it ultimately comes down to doing the one thing most entrepreneurs hate most - trusting others! Listen for tips to make this process a little less painful. Video of this podcast is available at YouTube.com/RealBusinessOwners. Connect with us on Instagram and Facebook @RealBusinessOwners. Need bookkeeping or accounting services for your business? Reach out to Easier Accounting at 888-620-0770 or by visiting EasierAccounting.com.

We believe fitness and entrepreneurship really should go hand in hand, and for Jacob Hutton they’re one and the same! Jake is a former athlete turned entrepreneur who has started several endeavors that all feed into each other in a really cool way. He understands his industry, his customers, and the power of a brand... and it’s paying off! In this episode, we talk with Jake about his experience with business, the importance of brand integrity, and what he considers the worst part of entrepreneurship (not to mention his opinions on fad diets and a little fitness 101 in the last third). Connect with Jacob @JacobHutton1 on Instagram and download the Fitness Culture app at https://apple.co/37kIlvo. Video of this podcast is available at YouTube.com/RealBusinessOwners. Connect with us on Instagram and Facebook @RealBusinessOwners. Need bookkeeping or accounting services for your business? Reach out to Easier Accounting at 888-620-0770 or by visiting EasierAccounting.com.

DISCLAIMER - We are not financial advisors and can’t make any guarantees. All we’re doing is talking about how we approach money and things we’re doing to hopefully set ourselves up for longterm wealth! Here’s the short of today’s episode, live as far below your means as you reasonably can! Resist the temptation to buy all the shit you want, and you’ll ultimately end up much better off! In this episode, we discuss personal strategies to avoid overspending as well as the importance of living simply, even as the money starts to roll in. Video of this podcast is available at YouTube.com/RealBusinessOwners. Connect with us on Instagram and Facebook @RealBusinessOwners. Need bookkeeping or accounting services for your business? Reach out to Easier Accounting at 888-620-0770 or by visiting EasierAccounting.com.