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In today’s world, too many individuals choose to keep up with the Joneses instead of working on their business or self-improvement. On top of that, many of those people want it quick. Sometimes, delaying gratification is what you need to succeed. This is what Ali Awad will talk about in this episode. Ali is the founder and CEO of Ali Awad Law. He specializes in personal injury and has helped a lot of people after car accidents by giving them legal advice. Ali shares his experience starting as an entrepreneur at a young age, from selling stuff on Ebay to running his own law firm. He also talks about how he gained the right experience by working in a small company. Ali also gives his thoughts on why delayed gratification is the secret sauce to success. Join us and listen in![00:01 - 06:00] Opening Segment I introduce Ali to the show Ali’s background Being an entrepreneur at a young age His humble beginnings as a hustler [06:01 - 18:59] How the CEO Lawyer Gained the Right Experience Going to college and law school Why Ali did not want to go to law school at first How higher education opened up opportunities for him Ali’s initial steps when he came out of law school How working in a small company gave Ali the right experience Why learning the game is important How the experience helped him in setting up his own business [19:00 - 27:39] Delaying the Gratification Our thoughts on the entitlement mentality Humility and keeping up with the Joneses Investing vs. spending What Ali did with his first million Delayed gratification is the secret sauce [27:40 - 29:42] Closing Segment How you can connect with Ali Ali’s plans on writing his own book Final words Tweetable Quotes: “You have to make yourself scarce, so that you’re more in demand. You have to do that yourself. Just the degree isn’t enough anymore. Just the certification isn’t enough anymore. You have to take it by the horns and take control of your destiny, because nobody else is gonna do that for you,” - Travis Chappell“You have to go through that pain the first year, two years, three years of learning with a small company. All the ins and outs of growing your business, starting your business, acquiring clients, setting up your digital persona, all of this is not going to be learned in a big organization.” - Ali AwadResources Mentioned:GuestioConnect with Ali on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Twitter, and Facebook!Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridgeOur Sponsors:* Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A huge part of any business is persuasion. Influencing people into buying your products, availing of your services, or supporting your brand is an art, and that is what Jason Harris will talk about in this episode.Jason Harris is the co-founder and CEO of Mekanism, a marketing company. Today, Jason talks about how you can persuade people without being annoying. He also shares his thoughts on college education, building a network, and starting your own venture.Join us and learn how you can influence other people and build your network effectively! [00:01 - 04:00] Opening Segment  I introduce Jason to the show Jason’s background A quick fun chat between me and Jason [04:01 - 14:39] Starting Your Own Venture is a Long Game Jason’s teenage years Being a fan of the band Kiss How Kiss persuaded people by storytelling How Jason got into advertising and marketing The influence of TV Analyzing TV commercials in his early years Jason’s thoughts on going to college College: Good use of time or not? Advantages of going to college  Study something you’re interested in  Working in the advertising industry Why entrepreneurship is a long game Learning from work experience How working at other places enhances your decision making [14:40 - 25:20] CEO of Mekanism Talks Business and Networking Transitioning to business Don’t do it on your own Building a team The advantage of even distribution of equity among partners How to stay on the same page with your partners Never let relationships drop to zero Keeping your network thriving and alive [25:21 - 30:14] Closing Segment The soulful art of persuasion Why being yourself is key Having a generous mindset A preview of Jason’s new book Tweetable Quotes: “I subscribed to playing the long game. Knowing if that’s something you want to do, there’s value in picking up information, clues, and ideas from working at other places… It’s gonna save you time from making a lot of mistakes or pitfalls...” - Jason Harris“You think you don’t have to be disciplined, but discipline drives habit, and habit drives the success of building that network… Popping an article to them when you’re thinking about them takes about 10 seconds. It doesn’t have to be carving out an hour for a conversation in our busy schedule, but keeping people on top of mind and building your network in that way really keeps that network thriving and alive... - Jason HarrisResources Mentioned:The Soulful Art of Persuasion by Jason Harris Connect with Jason on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Twitter. Check out his new book, The Soulful Art of Persuasion.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridgeOur Sponsors:* Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Expressing who you really are is the way to fulfillment. This is what Jason Ellis believes. Jason is a professional skateboarder, mixed martial artist, radio DJ, and podcast host. In this episode, he shares why authenticity is the way to having satisfaction in life. He tells us his story of moving from Australia to the United States and pursuing his passion for skateboarding. Jason also shares his transition from skateboarding to being a radio DJ to having his own podcast.Let’s get into Jason’s incredible story. Listen in![00:01 - 12:31] Opening Segment  I introduce Jason to the show Jason’s background story Why he hated school Leaving Australia for the US Getting into skateboarding His plans on commentating on sports Why authenticity matters in sports commentary [12:32 - 25:06] From Skateboarding to Being a Radio DJ How Tony Hawk got Jason into the radio industry Jumping from skateboarding to becoming a radio DJ Why relatability is powerful in radio shows The importance of being yourself Jason on having his own podcast The challenge of starting his own thing How it’s different from radio [25:07 - 28:49] Closing SegmentJason answers: who you know vs. what you knowTweetable Quotes: “For me to be on the radio being funny, having a lot of accomplishments, but also being a loser, emotional, depressed… I’ve done all these terrible things, but I’m still here, and I’m kicking it.” - Jason Ellis“The expression of who you are at your core is what I think allows you to lead a life that you live… Expressing those things makes you live in congruence with who you believe yourself to be.” - Travis Chappell Resources Mentioned:The Jason Ellis ShowConnect with Jason on Instagram, Twitter, Youtube or visit his Website: https://www.thejasonellis.com/ Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridgeOur Sponsors:* Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aside from your normal day job, there are numerous ways to raise more income. This is how Tony Whatley utilized all his free time on side hustles.As the author of the book “The Side Hustle Millionaire”, Tony lives up to its name through all the businesses and jobs that he did on top of his engineering career. He founded online retail stores and started advertising for big car companies. He currently shares all of his wisdom through his coaching and podcasting at 365 Driven. Let’s dive right in and learn Tony’s secrets to becoming a side hustle millionaireThings you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 10:31] Opening Segment  I introduce Tony Whatley to the show Be sure to check out guestio.com and start booking Tony’s background story Having a chemical engineering degree The importance of attending a university  Tony’s mindset around business Having multiple side-hustles while working full-time engineer [10:32 - 30:00] The Road to Side Hustle Millionaire Launching LS1Tech on 2001 The first “serious” money Firing yourself and hiring others Advertising big car companies The opportunities that side hustles bring Being a humble leader Starting an online retail company for wheels Finally leaving corporate at 2015 The lessons Tony learned after a major car accident Writing the book “The Sidehustle Millionaire” [30:01 - 39:31] The Car Scene and Networking The stereotypes of car advertising and why they work Tony and I talk about how to properly take pictures with your car Justifying open doors The role of relationships in success  How the right relationship lasts a lifetime [39:32 - 42:22] Closing Segment RaNDoM RoUnD Where to learn more about Tony  Links below  Tweetable Quotes: “It no longer became just about me. It was always about me and the 300,000 people that I represented.” - Tony Whatley“Relationships are the most valuable thing that you’ll ever have. They’re lifetime. If you build the right relationship, they’re gonna last either their life or your life.” - Tony WhatleyResources Mentioned:The Sidehustle Millionaire by Tony WhatleyConnect with Tony on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, or you can visit his website at www.365Driven.com. Also, check out his podcast of the same name, 365 Driven Podcast.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridgeOur Sponsors:* Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We know by now that one of the most important aspects of your success is your hustle, your networking, and your ability to connect! Today’s guest has done all of those since she was a little girl.From standing in the food lines in post-Soviet Russia, to the cover of Glamour Magazine, Russian-American Eugenia Kuzmina is a world-renowned model, movie star (including working with some of Hollywood’s biggest stars and most celebrated directors), comedian, and model mom. She’s been called “the hardest working mom in Hollywood.” Eugenia shares that everything in her life comes as the result of working hard and understanding networking from an adding value and generosity perspective.Don’t miss out on this insightful conversation as hear why Eugenia Kuzmina started modeling young as a way to take care of her mom and sister. You’re in for a treat.Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 – 06:49] Opening Segment • I introduce today’s guest, Eugenia Kuzminao Bio • Be sure to check out guestio.com and start booking• Eugenia gives us some background on her lifeo Father was a Russian nuclear physicist. o Mom was a scientist who stayed home to help her family. o Eugenia was a self-described “rebel” who was always curious. o Her father died when she was 15.o She learned early to live in survivor mode; she became the primary breadwinner for the family at that young age.   [06:50- 15:47] Model as her primary foray into the entertainment world• She was scouted on the streets, but got in with a famous Russian designer • Eugenia was scouted to go to Paris and her family was very supportive• Soon after her father died, she really worked hard to provide for her family; so it was no longer about modeling and entertainment, but about finding work.• She was curious as a child, would talk to American and other tourists, and began to question some of the communist history books. She really wanted to go explore the world for herself. • Paris and modeling really became her ticket out• Eugenia, always wanting to learn, speaks or somewhat understands NINE different languages! • Why there is always extra food backstage at modeling shows, and why Eugenia would join Russian moms “collecting” it [15:48 – 19:17]  The Big Move to New York and Rise to the Top• Her big moves were to London and New York, because that was where supermodels went. • She moved to New York at 21 with seven years of experience, and street smarts from her time in Japan. • She was scouted by some huge names in the fashion world, started attending business school at nights, investing in stocks, and working on her career and personal growth• She was told by her doctors in Russia that she would probably never be able to have a family; but became pregnant and began rethinking her career.[19:18 - 21:36]  Broadening Horizons to Acting, Comedy, Big Screen• She wanted to create her own brand, and not solely be a model for hire. • Movies and Acting was “an accident!”• She had always loved movies, but she met her husband who was a producer (now CEO of Miramax).• They moved to Los Angeles, started her family and networking• “Which do you enjoy most: modeling, acting, comedy?” “I really love working with creative and talented people.” [21:37 - 24:00 ]  What’s Next for Eugenia Kuzmina• She has been doing more comedy during the pandemic on various platforms• A show in Vegas at the Wynn sponsored by Zappos??? It’s a possibility… and Travis will be invited! Stay tuned.• She has returned from Turkey where she was shooting Guy Ritchie's latest action film: Five Eyes. Costars included Hugh Grant and Jason Statham.• She was thankful her role this time wasn’t a Russian Spy!• Eugenia is currently practicing and rehearsing for the Fox show: I Can See Your Voice.[24:01 – 31:30 ]  How Eugenia Kuzmina views Relationship Building and Networking • In Hollywood, the right relationships are everythingo With so much money changing hands, you have to know who to trust• Some say Hollywood is only about who you knowo Eugenia disagrees! What are you bringing to the table?• Ultimately, relationship building is about being generous o What can you give? o How can you add value? • Can you be centered? You have to know who you are! o If you connect people first, they will remember you. So give your best!• Who you know or what you know?o What you know! And are you ready to give your best. o Then, if you are trusted, who you know matters!• She was fired from a few films—she shares why, and why she gets it and believes it was the right thing at the time. [31:30 – 34:04 ]  The Closing Segment and the RaNdOmrOUnd• How to engage with Eugeniao Links below• Final words  Tweetable Quotes: “I had a lot of will power and resilience, so definitely I see it as a blessing.” – Eugenia Kuzmina “Modeling seems so glamorous. Many times, you can get seduced by the outside part of it… but many times you are really alone and isolating.” – Eugenia Kuzmina“So many times, people come to LA thinking it’s all about who you know, not what you bring. I really disagree.” – Eugenia KuzminaResources Mentioned:• Chernobyl on HBO• Five Eyes Film  Connect with Eugina on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. Go to https://www.eugenia-kuzmina.com/ and see how the advocate, model mom, comedian, and movie star makes it all work. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Loungeto become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridgeOur Sponsors:* Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischapel.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridgeOur Sponsors:* Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischapel.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridgeOur Sponsors:* Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you’re not getting knocked down, then you’re not trying hard enough. Tom Austin is a seasoned entrepreneur and currently partner in several technology start-ups. He is the CEO of Confidently, a personal, pocket-sized, confidence coach developed by a team of PhDs with decades of experience coaching elite performers.Part of Tom’s track record was becoming Co-Founder of AND 1, a well-known, global basketball apparel brand. He was instrumental in evolving the AND 1 business strategy and brand for nearly a decade and built AND 1's footwear department from basically zero sales to just north of $200,000,000 annually! These days he is currently writing screenplays, advising start-ups, and consulting.Let’s dive right in and learn Tom’s top lessons from the rise and fall of And1.Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 08:54] Opening Segment  I introduce today’s guest, Tom Austin  Bio  Be sure to check out guestio.com and start booking Tom gives some background on his story  Growing up in New England  Parents  Growing up with a love for sports  A push towards education Always wanted to play in the NBA  College experience  [08:55 - 33:19] Lessons from the Rise and Fall of And1 Tom talks about what he learned in his time in And1 Teamwork - The importance of team alignment Competition - You will experience setbacks - learn from them  The value of practice and breaking things down How Tom defines success Am I and my family healthy and happy? What am I doing that is a net positive?  The And1 timeline and experience  Tom talks about his transition into finance and entrepreneurship Networking within sports and athletics  Going into a business partnership  Pivoting into the And1 business model  The beginning stages of And1 Expectation vs. reality  Transitioning into basketball niche apparel  Starting with t-shirts and pitching them to retailers Landing a meaning with Footlocker  Always willing to learn When And1 started to catch on  Going all in  Getting a $600,000 order  The start of the Street Ball line - playing to endorsements Finding your flavor  The fall of And1 and its lessons Getting worn down on work  The issues in HR, systems, and market changes  Maintaining your infrastructure   A word from our sponsor [33:20 - 40:09] Access to Your Own Person Performance Coach Tom talks about his next steps after And1 ended  Getting back into a centered state  Going back to grad school Getting into filmmaking Tom shares about his newest business - Confidently  Coaching from sports psychologists  Giving people their own personal performance coach  Lessons people can learn from accessing the app  Getting excited about the team and the domain area Seeing everything come together [40:10 - 50:34] Closing Segment Where to learn more about Tom’s  Links below  Why people don’t build relationships Depends on where you’re at  Strong and weak ties  The difficulties of finding a deeply trusted person Questions to ask yourself  Who you know or what you know? It depends on where you’re at and what you do  RaNDoM RoUnD How to engage with Tom Links below Final words  Tweetable Quotes: “Having a team and being able to work and win together and having a common purpose, in what’s called alignment in the teamwork literature… All the teamwork related stuff is definitely number one.” - Tom Austin “You’re gonna get knocked on your butt, things aren’t always gonna go your way. So you got to learn from each thing - look at each set back as a learning opportunity.” - Tom Austin“If I’m not getting knocked down, then I’m not trying hard enough.” - Tom AustinConnect with Tom on LinkedIn. Go check out https://getconfidently.com/ and get your own pocket coach. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridgeOur Sponsors:* Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We know by now that one of the most important aspects of your success is in building relationships, but you can’t build them without first mastering the subtle art of communication! As an expert on the subject, Greg Rice is passionate about genuine and effective communication and connection.Greg has helped lead companies like Nestle, Macys, eBay, Harley Davidson, Cigna, and Taco Bell while also helping hundreds of entrepreneurs raise over $20 Million in financing. He now explores insights from industry experts on the Art of Communication Podcast, to help others connect and communicate more effectively in their business and personal lives.Don’t miss out on this amazing conversation as we dive deep with Greg Rice and learn the art of communication.Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 04:57] Opening Segment  I introduce today’s guest, Greg Rice Bio  Be sure to check out guestio.com and start booking Greg gives us some background on his life Only child, underprivileged neighborhood  Graduating and going into sales  Navigating insecurity around communication and relationships  Discovering the effects of authenticity in connection [04:58 - 16:37] Learn How to S.A.V.E. Greg talks about why he went into sales despite fearing it  Never letting fear stop you  Opportunities to learn and grow  Takeaways from Greg’s early career  As a leader, you don’t have to always have the answers  The importance of getting personal with your team  SAVE methodology  Self-awareness Asking Vulnerability Empathy Greg talks about having the hard conversations  Don’t put them off, they always come back  Balancing honesty and vulnerability  An example of talking with your spouse   A word from our sponsor [16:38 - 28:58] The Art of Communication Who you know or what you know? Building relationships leads to opportunities Mutually beneficial relationships An example through my relationship with Greg  Shaving the years off of the learning curve  The importance of connection and vulnerability Being more relatable  People know when it’s ‘not you’ Greg talks about the process of building a relationship  Prepare and learn about the person The best ways to get introduced/connected  Building and add value over time before you ask anything  Don’t put all your eggs in one basket [28:59 - 35:30] Closing Segment Everything is practice for the next time  Learn from every conversation you have  Failing only comes when you quit  Every entrepreneur will face the pivot  RaNDoM RoUnD How to engage with Greg Links below Final words  Tweetable Quotes: “It’s huge to take the time to get their perspective, and know what’s going on in their world… I always learn there’s something else going on there.” - Greg Rice “Every opportunity I’ve ever gotten has come from building relationships with folks, and leveraging that in a way that benefits us both and leads to good outcomes.” - Greg Rice “Look at where you can add value. Look at where you can help them in whatever they’re trying to accomplish… You have to build a relationship and add value first.” - Greg RiceResources Mentioned: The Art of Communication Body Language Mastery Connect with Greg on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. Go to https://gregjrice.com/ and see how communication mastery can improve your relationships and business.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridgeOur Sponsors:* Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When you become addicted to seeing and building the growth of others, you’d be surprised how much you grow yourself. Dean Dutro is the Co-Founder of Worth eCommerce, a company with a sole focus on growing revenue by creating a lasting relationship between people and their customers through the most personable form of digital connection: email. Dean is also the Founder of Email Growth Training and Co-Host of the Relationship Commerce Podcast. I’m looking forward to getting into this conversation with Dean, a networking and relationship expert who learned that it only takes one success. Listen in to find out more!Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 05:24] Opening Segment  I introduce today’s guest, Dean Dutro Bio  Be sure to check out guestio.com and start booking Dean shares a bit of his background  Growing up in rural Oregon  Parents owning a small business Student exchange in Japan Pushed towards college  [05:25 - 17:34] Exploring the World and Navigating the Job Space Dean talks about his transition period away from his small town and into career A desire to see what was out there  Getting into college for communications  An enjoyment of finding education around relationships  Thoughts on education Life post-college - navigating the job space Exploring Europe Going through several jobs and businesses Going back and working with his dad to learn business Offer to work for another company Learning to be a leader The decision to go out on your own Influence from a friend in the digital space  Travel the world and start something new   A word from our sponsor [17:35 - 27:31] it Only Takes One Success Dean talks about failing the business he started  Crash and burn  Bad power dynamic and gap in knowledge Beginning to find success  Asked to do email marketing  Becoming the ‘email guy’  Building and recruiting a team  Time to build culture and community  The start of starting a successful ecommerce business Joining a mastermind  Merging forces with a partner  Dean’s advice in finding success Identify the sales channel that will work for you  Niching down and solving a specific problem  Hire someone for tasks that let you focus on other things [27:32 - 34:53] Closing Segment Who you know or what you know? You need both - it depends on where you are in your career First start on your craft and skill set  The value of joining a network  Learning everything needed to building a business  Dean’s experience in podcasting  The value of connecting with other business owners  Connecting other people as well ThE RaNdOm ROunD How to engage with Dean Links below Final words  Tweetable Quotes: “I kind of became addicted. I loved being able to send an email, and know that cash was gonna land in their pocket that day.” - Dean Dutro“A big change from the way I viewed business from the first year… I had this idea in mind that I wanted to build a culture, I wanted to build a community, I wanted to help businesses grow, and I wanted to make sure that I was growing and my team was growing.” - Dean DutroResources Mentioned:The Relationship Commerce PodcastConnect with Dean on LinkedIn. Go to https://worthecommerce.com/ and learn even more about building your relationship commerce!  Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridgeOur Sponsors:* Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices