Explore the crucial difference between viewing expenses as costs versus investments. Discover why a growth mindset can propel entrepreneurs forward. Learn how seeing team members as valuable assets, rather than just expenses, can unlock greater productivity. Uncover innovative hiring techniques that emphasize finding the right talent and ensuring long-term returns. Shift your perspective from mere survival to nurturing a thriving business culture that embraces growth.

When Patti Mara graduated from university in the recession of 1989, she couldn’t get a job—so she made one up instead. In this episode, Patti shares how she’s achieved entrepreneurial success, the exciting new project she’s launching to support local businesses, and what she’s learned as a long-time coach in The Strategic Coach® Program. Here’s some of what you’ll learn in this episode:The invaluable resource that Patti turned to when she realized she didn’t know how to build a business.Some of the most helpful tools Patti learned in her first year at Strategic Coach®.The difference between tasks and results.The value in separating the fault from the problem.“magic” that happens in every Strategic Coach workshop. Show Notes: Entrepreneurship often emerges out of necessity, but being good at making up a job for yourself doesn’t mean you know how to build a business.Strategic Coach concepts can dramatically shift an entrepreneur's mindset and ability to build a thriving organization.Every coach at Strategic Coach is also a Program member who uses Coach tools and concepts in their own business.What you sell is actually the vehicle for how you create value.Your business is the value you create to the people you want to work with.Everyone wants to feel like they’re winning.When team members feel like their roles serve a greater purpose, the whole company culture shifts.And once you recognize team members as experts in their roles, you can encourage their innovation and sense of ownership.When you empower team members to solve problems rather than to focus on who was at fault, customer interactions get much better.Awareness and mindset are more impactful than specific skills when training team members. Resources: Blog: Time Management Strategies For Entrepreneurs (Effective Strategies Only) Unique Ability® The 10x Mind Expander by Dan Sullivan Turning Teams into Heroes and Customers into Raving Fans by Patti Mara UpSolutions Team Success Program Blog: What Is A Self-Managing Company®?   Tool: The Positive Focus® Who Not How by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy Podcast: Team Success pattimara.com wechooselocal.com

Entrepreneurs need to be ambitious. But what happens when you achieve your ambition? In this episode, Dan Sullivan and Shannon Waller explain the drawbacks of having ambition as a destination and describe the incredible benefits you can expect when you see ambition as a capability. Here’s some of what you’ll learn in this episode:Why Dan sees ambition as an internal capability.Measurements you should be making every day.What’s made Dan’s life simpler over time.How Dan gifts Strategic Coach® members extra years to their entrepreneurial lives.What you need to avoid to be continually ambitious, and why. Show Notes: Ambition is a capability, not a destination.Simply by continually improving your ambition each day, you’ll experience exponential growth over time.Dan Sullivan feels more ambitious at 80 than he did at 50.To strengthen your ambition, it’s important to measure your daily accomplishments and strive for continal growth.You can measure your progress not just in achievements, but in the ability to accomplish more in less time with greater impact.Ambition itself should be measured in terms of increased capability and confidence.Simplifying life by eliminating distractions (like television) can reclaim valuable time for personal development and ambitious pursuits.Surrounding yourself with growth-oriented individuals, often younger, can inspire and fuel your ambition.To be continually ambitious, there are three things you should avoid: celebrity, retirement, and legacy.It’s important to focus on being useful and impactful in the present rather than worrying about future legacy.Viewing ambition as a capability can also help you feel more fulfilled personally—and have a greater impact on your community.Every day, ask yourself what you can do so that you’re more ambitious tomorrow.Being around people who aren’t invested in growth is an obstacle to your ambition. Resources:CliftonStrengths®Who Not How by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy

Entrepreneurs can fall into a success trap, where early achievements lead to complacency and hinder growth. Embracing failure can be transformative; setbacks often spark reinvention and new opportunities. Success may feel comfortable, yet it risks stagnation and limits personal development. The discussion emphasizes the importance of maintaining a growth mindset and setting challenging goals, while confronting the discomfort that drives true progress. Aging offers unique insights, showing that ambition and health can thrive even later in life.

Discover the power of teamwork in entrepreneurship. Effective communication and trust can skyrocket productivity. Entrepreneurs should embrace delegation by asking, 'Who can do this better?' The theater analogy illustrates the delicate balance between collaboration and performance. Navigate uncertainty with strong leadership and clear goals. Learn how self-reflection and diverse skill sets enhance team dynamics. This approach empowers leaders to prioritize actions, focusing on what unique contributions each member brings to the table.

Entrepreneurs often face friction that can stall their progress. This discussion reveals four types of freedom essential for success: time, money, relationships, and purpose. Listeners learn to distinguish between internal frictions and external obstacles, urging collaboration to overcome challenges. The conversation navigates how economic and political uncertainties amplify these issues. Ultimately, the hosts provide strategies for transforming friction into opportunities, empowering entrepreneurs to thrive in their journey.

Join Kelly Knight and Mark O’Donnell, leadership figures at EOS Worldwide, as they delve into the revolutionary integration of EOS with Strategic Coach. They share their journeys into EOS, discussing how this system has dramatically transformed entrepreneurs' lives. The duo emphasizes mindset shifts essential for success, the importance of collaboration, and leverage of technology in coaching. With EOS's global reach, they explore how virtual tools are reshaping team dynamics and enhancing entrepreneurial attitudes, fostering unparalleled business growth.

André Brisson, a structural engineer turned entrepreneur, discusses his journey of founding his own engineering firm. He shares how escaping a toxic corporate environment propelled him toward success on his terms. André highlights the importance of innovation over competition and the unique struggles of entrepreneurs, especially those with ADHD. He also explores the value of personality assessments like Colby in fostering collaboration. Ultimately, André emphasizes that true entrepreneurial freedom is about authenticity and embracing one's unique path.

Embrace discomfort to unlock your entrepreneurial potential! Discover how genuine connections and risk-taking can transform your business. David Braithwaite shares his journey from struggling student to thriving entrepreneur. He emphasizes the importance of community, trust, and empathy in building successful relationships. Understand how failure can spur growth and the freedom entrepreneurship offers. Dive into a world where experimentation leads to breakthroughs and where personal growth flourishes within a supportive network.

Discover the fine line between being in charge and merely controlling. Insightful tips reveal how empowering team members fosters independence and innovation. Learn why initial structure is crucial for self-managing companies, and how confidence in concepts trumps trust. Explore the importance of clear roles to prevent burnout and promote effective collaboration. Delve into leadership lessons from military strategy, emphasizing morale and essential needs for success. Embrace failures as learning opportunities while creating a thriving organizational culture.