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Apr 25, 2024 • 45min

#752 The 1 Million Dollar Question

Entrepreneur Andrew Jacoby shares insights on crafting irresistible offers, leveraging SDRs, and building a team. He discusses risk reversal, transitioning from CEO to operator, and the importance of deep community connections. Andrew delves into core values in business, emphasizing freedom and happiness. Whether a newbie or seasoned leader, this episode offers wisdom to elevate your sales game.
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Apr 18, 2024 • 34min

#751 “The Death of the Follower” + How I’d Make $250K in 3 Days a Week

Learn how to bootstrap a business when broke, the role of visionaries in success, and how '100 True Fans' can lead to revenue. Discover a zero-startup cost business idea to earn $250K in 3 days a week.
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Apr 11, 2024 • 31min

#750 What is the Most Simple OS for <$5M?

In this podcast, Dan and Ian discuss the importance of having the right people in the right roles in your company. They introduce a simple OS called GPS that helps you meet your goals and deliver on your plan. They also talk about hiring for specific tasks, the impact of remote work on hiring, and the importance of regular check-ins and standing meetings.
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Apr 4, 2024 • 47min

#749 Do Things That Don’t Scale

Ian and Dan discuss the concept of doing things that don't scale in entrepreneurship, like recruiting users manually and focusing on niche marketing. They explore taking risks, building fragile products, and delighting users. The conversation delves into the importance of locus of control, manual laborious tasks, and the illusion of big launches.
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Mar 28, 2024 • 42min

#748 Three Phases to 1 Million

Discussions on the phases of bootstrapping a business, challenges faced, adjusting offers to the marketplace, founder's role in growth up to $5M, and transitioning from $1M to $5M. Emphasis on team composition, maximizing profitability, and scaling the business.
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Mar 21, 2024 • 1h 1min

#747 Quiet Crypto, The Demand Question, and Difficult Decisions ft. Jordan Gal

Exploring challenges in ecommerce, product-market fit, and demand with Jordan Gal. Insights on partnerships, crypto quietness, firing team members, and family impact on business. Discusses firing unfit team members and the struggles of raising money vs bootstrapping. Highlights the importance of understanding customer demand and making difficult decisions in entrepreneurship.
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Mar 14, 2024 • 54min

#746 “Full-Service Agencies Are Out” & Other Productized-Service Ideas

John Doherty discusses trends in the agency space, emphasizing specialization and profitability. They reveal six productized-service ideas, including software quality assurance and leveraging TikTok for business. The discussion covers the importance of strategic layers, work quality, and innovative services like Systems Automation as a Service.
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Mar 7, 2024 • 45min

#745 “3 Million in Revenue is a Death Zone" - Financial Strategy with Greg Crabtree

Explore the challenges of surpassing the $3 million revenue mark with Greg Crabtree, focusing on profitable growth strategies. Discover the importance of market-based wages, profit truth, and effective financial management. Navigate the 'death zone' of business growth and learn essential steps for success.
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Feb 29, 2024 • 42min

#744 How Transparent Should You Be? Thoughts on Queen Bee Roles & a Ticket Giveaway

This podcast explores the value of writing in business, the concept of the Queen Bee Role, and the level of transparency within a team. They also offer a ticket giveaway for a qualified founder. Topics include revenue sharing, the importance of clear communication, and business-changing events for founders.
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Feb 22, 2024 • 54min

#743 Spotting Taboo Business Ideas Through the Overton Window

In this episode, the hosts discuss shiny object syndrome and share success stories from listeners. They explore how societal shifts can lead to successful business ideas. Plus, they invite listeners to join the TMBA team. Topics also include regrets of selling businesses, roles in bootstrapped companies, and navigating challenges in the business world.

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