Business Lunch

Ryan Deiss discusses managing business finances, cautioning against excessive cash reserves leading to complacency. Entrepreneurial realities reveal struggles with balancing work and personal life. Importance of maintaining cash reserves for emergencies stressed. Strategies for effective financial management and cash planning highlighted. Establishing a reserve for company contingency funds explored in detail.

The podcast discusses practical strategies to navigate economic slowdowns during summer, including creative marketing ideas, leveraging internal resources, and enhancing offers. They emphasize the importance of staying resilient, not panicking, and seizing acquisition opportunities. The episode provides actionable advice to keep businesses thriving despite challenging economic conditions.

Exploring the concept of work-life balance through personal anecdotes and practical advice on achieving harmony in both work and life. Discussion on enjoying work, Jeff Bezos' perspective, and finding fulfillment in tasks. Insights on balancing work and personal life dynamics for overall satisfaction and success.

Delve into the clash between entrepreneurial optimism and financial realities, emphasizing the need for balanced financial reporting. Learn about the importance of accurate financial data, navigating challenges, and optimizing business decisions. Explore strategies for fostering a strong financial mindset and building a knowledgeable team for entrepreneurial success.

Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch, Ryan Deiss and I dissect the recent hype surrounding two new AI-powered gadgets - the Humane AI pen and the Rabbit. Both products promised to revolutionize our lives with features like real-time feedback and enhanced productivity. However, reviews have been scathing, exposing the devices as clunky, unhelpful, and ultimately a letdown. We delve into the challenges of launching new hardware products in a crowded market and explore the dangers of overpromising and failing to deliver, highlighting how a great marketing campaign can backfire if the product itself isn't exceptional.Highlights:"The people are not stupid long term, we're all a little stupid short term from time to time.""It's a game of replacement, not enhancement.""The better you are at marketing, the better your product better be.”Timestamps:00:54 - Introduction02:36 - Memorial Day05:26 - AI Devices and Hype07:17 - The Future of AI Gadgets12:24 - Apple Vision Goggles14:21 - Lessons Learned16:30 - Nobody Wants More Stuff17:32 - Rabbit Using Chat GPT23:10 - Marketing Lessons (and Mistakes)CONNECT • Ask Roland a question HERE.RESOURCES:• 7 Steps to Scalable workbook• Get my book, Zero Down, FREETo learn more about Roland Frasier 👉 https://msha.ke/rolandfrasier/Connect with me on social:🎵 TikTok: / rolandfrasier 📸 Instagram: / rolandfrasier 📱 Facebook: / rolandfrasierpage 💼 LinkedIn: / rolandfrasier Subscribe to Roland Frasier 👉 / @rolandfrasierepicMentioned in this episode:Join Roland & Ryan at Get Scalable LiveIf you’re a founder, CEO, or operator running a 7- or 8-figure business, Get Scalable Live was built for you. This is not your typical business event. It’s 3 days of hands-on strategy, real-world frameworks, and next-level networking with the smartest operators in the game. 🗓 November 18–20, 2025 📍 San Diego, CA 🎉 Hosted by Ryan Deiss, Roland Frasier, and Richard Lindner 🎧 As a Business Lunch listener, you get 25% off your ticket. Use code LUNCH at checkout.Get Scalable Live

Ryan Deiss, co-founder of Scalable, and Roland Frasier discuss the importance of personal branding for business success. They share insights on how personal branding can build trust, foster loyalty, and drive growth. Topics include lessons learned from Scalable's journey, strategies for creating a personal brand, and the power of storytelling in connecting with audiences.

Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! Today, I’m joined by Ryan Deiss, Matt Gray, and Ryan Frasier to dive into the latest breakthroughs in AI technology. This episode dives into the world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its potential to revolutionize music creation. We explore how AI can generate entire songs based on simple prompts, pushing the boundaries of artistic expression.Highlights:"I think humans will always pay to watch other humans do human work; we'll always find that more interesting and valuable.""The ability to give it a URL and it spits out a bunch of ads, even if they're not great, means our team isn’t starting with a blank page.""If you bring amazing ideas, you're no longer restricted by mechanical movement or in-depth technical knowledge; you just need to be able to bring the ideas."Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction to AI in Music02:14 - Professional Voice Cloning with 11 Labs04:08 - AI-Generated Music Examples07:23 - Implications for Creators09:33 - AI as a Co-Creator10:40 - Future of AI Assistants12:12 - Innovations with HeyGen14:09 - Consolidation of AI Tools15:00 - Introducing the Roland BrainCONNECT• Ask Roland a question HERE.RESOURCES:• 7 Steps to Scalable workbook• Get my book, Zero Down, FREETo learn more about Roland Frasier 👉 https://msha.ke/rolandfrasier/Connect with me on social:🎵 TikTok: / rolandfrasier 📸 Instagram: / rolandfrasier 📱 Facebook: / rolandfrasierpage 💼 LinkedIn: / rolandfrasier Subscribe to Roland Frasier 👉 / @rolandfrasierepicMentioned in this episode:Join Roland & Ryan at Get Scalable LiveIf you’re a founder, CEO, or operator running a 7- or 8-figure business, Get Scalable Live was built for you. This is not your typical business event. It’s 3 days of hands-on strategy, real-world frameworks, and next-level networking with the smartest operators in the game. 🗓 November 18–20, 2025 📍 San Diego, CA 🎉 Hosted by Ryan Deiss, Roland Frasier, and Richard Lindner 🎧 As a Business Lunch listener, you get 25% off your ticket. Use code LUNCH at checkout.Get Scalable Live

Entrepreneur and marketing expert Ryan Deiss discusses the importance of problem agreement in sales, adapting sales strategies during economic shifts, and understanding customer awareness levels. Insights on offer structures, sales motions, and optimizing value for successful conversions are shared.

Discussion on challenges in real estate financing, market pricing, and securing loans, contrasted with abundant business deals. Insights on viable investment strategies in today's economy, focusing on the competitiveness in real estate and the allure of business acquisitions for growth.

Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch. In today’s episode, Ryan Deiss and I dive deep into some more nuances of content creation in today's digital age. We’ll talk about finding the balance between maintaining audience engagement and avoiding content fatigue. Join us for a fresh perspectives on managing your content strategy effectively without overwhelming your audience or yourself.Highlights:"If you're chasing everybody then you know, you're going to maybe even turn off your core audience""If you produce great content, then your audience will tell other people about it, and people will find you.""The whole way that you're missed is you're there, you leave, and then you come back again at some point."Timestamps:00:00 - Content Creation Challenges01:09 - The Downside of Overproduction in Content04:26 - Discussing Creator Burnout and Audience Fatigue07:53 - Practicality of Content Quantity vs. Quality09:18 - Lessons from Influencers on Audience Retention11:28 - Evaluating Target Audiences and Content Relevance16:22 - Strategy Shifts in Content Production20:31 - Creating Impactful Content Without the Grind26:26 - Benefits of Intermittent Content Release31:01 - Paid Promotion and Consistency in ContentCONNECT• Ask Roland a question HERE.RESOURCES:• 7 Steps to Scalable workbook • Get my book, Zero Down, FREETo learn more about Roland Frasier 👉 https://msha.ke/rolandfrasier/Connect with me on social:🎵 TikTok: / rolandfrasier 📸 Instagram: / rolandfrasier 📱 Facebook: / rolandfrasierpage 💼 LinkedIn: / rolandfrasier Subscribe to Roland Frasier 👉 / @rolandfrasierepic Mentioned in this episode:Join Roland & Ryan at Get Scalable LiveIf you’re a founder, CEO, or operator running a 7- or 8-figure business, Get Scalable Live was built for you. This is not your typical business event. It’s 3 days of hands-on strategy, real-world frameworks, and next-level networking with the smartest operators in the game. 🗓 November 18–20, 2025 📍 San Diego, CA 🎉 Hosted by Ryan Deiss, Roland Frasier, and Richard Lindner 🎧 As a Business Lunch listener, you get 25% off your ticket. Use code LUNCH at checkout.Get Scalable Live