Tropical MBA: Entrepreneurship & Founder Lifestyle

Dan Andrews; Ian Schoen
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Dec 25, 2025 • 31min

#838 Give Me 30 Minutes and I’ll Help You Plan Your Next 90 Days in Business

Discover a powerful 10-question framework to sharpen your business focus over the next 90 days. Learn how to identify your biggest challenges and set a clear core focus for your team. Explore effective ways to understand your customers and craft unique brand promises for better positioning. Uncover operational advantages to stand out in the market while nurturing essential relationships for growth. Get insights on pricing strategies and team support that can drive your business forward while emphasizing the importance of balance and contribution.
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25 snips
Dec 18, 2025 • 46min

#837 These 7+ Figure Founders Refused the “Normal” Path to Wealth

Get insights from seven and eight-figure founders who prioritize freedom while growing impressive businesses. Discover the rise of friendly acquisitions that keep founders engaged while maximizing cash flow. Explore what true leadership entails with the leader's intent framework. Learn how AI is transforming operations and allowing entrepreneurs to reclaim their time. Plus, dive into the crossover between art and entrepreneurship, and the importance of innovative problem-solving in business.
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28 snips
Dec 11, 2025 • 1h 2min

#836 Don’t Write Another Landing Page Without This Framework [2026 Email Funnels Playbook] #836

Join John Ainsworth, founder of Data Driven Marketing and email marketing expert, as he reveals powerful strategies for boosting online revenue. He emphasizes the often-overlooked importance of email marketing, sharing a 15-step framework for high-converting landing pages. John discusses effective lead magnets, upsells, and how to leverage AI for funnel optimization. Discover the secret to turning newsletters into profit-generating promotions and learn about the impact of tripwires on conversions. A treasure trove of actionable insights awaits!
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26 snips
Dec 4, 2025 • 47min

#835 6-Figure Sales Expert Calls You Out [Don’t Keep Doing This in 2026]

Jeff Pecaro, a six-figure fractional sales manager and expert, highlights crucial sales mistakes to avoid heading into 2026. He emphasizes the importance of positioning oneself as an expert rather than a freelancer, and discusses the concept of 'takeaway selling.' Jeff also shares tips on improving lead quality, effective follow-up strategies, and the benefits of using two-call closes. He predicts that niche content and AI will empower solopreneurs, helping them scale their businesses intelligently with lower overhead.
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31 snips
Nov 27, 2025 • 36min

#834 Your 2026 Business Plan in 36 Minutes [FREE Resource]

Discover a streamlined approach to planning your business for 2026 in just a few hours. Focus on defining one clear goal and creating a credible plan with financial targets. Learn how to use a forward-looking cash flow budget and set up a weekly scoreboard to track progress. Audit expenses and improve labor efficiency to maximize opportunities. Reflect on personal health and purpose while deciding what to stop and what to double down on for greater success. Engage with your audience for insights and maintain a disciplined review cadence.
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18 snips
Nov 20, 2025 • 51min

#833 55 People Gave Our Last Event a 10/10. Here’s How We Did It [Free Checklist]

In this podcast, Alex Harling, Senior Community Manager at Dynamite Circle, brings his expertise in hosting successful events. He discusses how to turn in-person gatherings into powerful marketing tools that enhance retention and brand loyalty. Alex shares key insights on defining event goals, monetization strategies, and creating an engaging atmosphere. He emphasizes the importance of participant experience over traditional sponsorship and offers practical tips for hosting memorable events. Discover how these principles can elevate any gathering!
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6 snips
Nov 13, 2025 • 43min

#832 “How Can I Get Customers For My New Online Sailboat Mechanic Business?” [Case Study in Location Independence]

Dive into the world of online entrepreneurship as a listener shares their pivot to an online sailboat mechanic business. Discover the power of community and networking for solving business challenges. Learn valuable lessons from Vercel's staggering $9B journey, emphasizing speed and simplicity. The hosts explain selling strategies that build trust gradually. Plus, hear about recent updates from the Dynamite Circle, where accountability among founders drives success. Get inspired to take actionable steps toward your business goals!
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24 snips
Nov 6, 2025 • 31min

#831 How 1 New Feature Can 10x Your Pricing + 4 More Insights From DCBKK

Tune in for fascinating insights from a recent gathering of location-flexible founders in Bangkok. Discover how picking the right challenges in business can lead to fulfillment. Learn how one simple feature can dramatically enhance your pricing strategy. The discussion also touches on hiring trends with a focus on fractional teams. Plus, get tips on maximizing event ROI and improving community messaging. With insights on AI and personal branding, this conversation is packed with entrepreneurial wisdom!
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38 snips
Oct 23, 2025 • 1h 12min

#830 From Ex-Special Ops to 6-Figure Performance Coach ft. Itamar Marani

Itamar Marani, an ex-Special Ops operator turned mindset and performance coach, shares his journey from military service to six-figure coaching programs. He discusses how a failed marketing agency pivot led him to coaching, transforming resilience into revenue. Itamar dives into overcoming impostor syndrome, the importance of accountability, and how to price services effectively. He reveals the three key success barriers that hinder performance and introduces structured methods to dismantle limiting beliefs. Tune in for insights on scaling a coaching business and maximizing founder potential!
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41 snips
Oct 16, 2025 • 53min

#829 “Scaling on Steroids” with AI Automation ft. Juan Montero

In this engaging discussion, Juan Montero, founder of Flowgrama, shares his expertise in AI automation tailored for bootstrapped businesses. He reveals how practical AI agents can drive revenue, emphasizing the need for entrepreneurs to embrace these tools. Juan explains the difference between AI agents and LLMs, the importance of APIs for seamless integrations, and innovative ways to utilize automation in social media engagement and onboarding processes. Tune in to uncover effective strategies for making real money with AI!

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