
Achieve Absolute Freedom with This Transformative Principle | E341
06/24/24 • 71 min
EPISODE 341: Many of those who find the right “whos” for their business have seen significant increases in success. However, most entrepreneurs are crippled by the mentality that hiring more people is an expense. Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy, authors of Who Not How, beg to disagree.
Join me in this riveting discussion with our very own Construction Leading Edge coaches, Leyah Hostetter and Monish Khadye, as we break down to you the Who Not How philosophy.
Today, we’ll unpack the four areas of freedom: time, money, relationships, and purpose, and how effective delegation can help you unlock all four.
We’ll discuss the pitfalls of the “How” mindset and its impact on business growth, strategies for finding and empowering the right people, and the role of transformational relationships in personal and professional success.
Ready to level up your construction business?
Let’s dive in!
Key Takeaways:
Introduction (00:00)
The Who Not How philosophy (01:29)
Four areas of freedom (03:30)
Real-life application of the who, not how concept (08:23)
The opportunity cost of not delegating (22:23)
The truth about investing in people (31:30)
Focusing on who articulates your vision (33:38)
The how mindset causes you to be a bottleneck (44:25)
What does embracing the Who Not How philosophy look like? (51:07)
Final thoughts and takeaways (1:03:50)
Additional Resources:
Secure Your Family and Business’s Future HERE
Schedule your FREE business evaluation call with our team HERE or send a text message to 877-755-2410 with the word “APPLY”
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EPISODE 341: Many of those who find the right “whos” for their business have seen significant increases in success. However, most entrepreneurs are crippled by the mentality that hiring more people is an expense. Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy, authors of Who Not How, beg to disagree.
Join me in this riveting discussion with our very own Construction Leading Edge coaches, Leyah Hostetter and Monish Khadye, as we break down to you the Who Not How philosophy.
Today, we’ll unpack the four areas of freedom: time, money, relationships, and purpose, and how effective delegation can help you unlock all four.
We’ll discuss the pitfalls of the “How” mindset and its impact on business growth, strategies for finding and empowering the right people, and the role of transformational relationships in personal and professional success.
Ready to level up your construction business?
Let’s dive in!
Key Takeaways:
Introduction (00:00)
The Who Not How philosophy (01:29)
Four areas of freedom (03:30)
Real-life application of the who, not how concept (08:23)
The opportunity cost of not delegating (22:23)
The truth about investing in people (31:30)
Focusing on who articulates your vision (33:38)
The how mindset causes you to be a bottleneck (44:25)
What does embracing the Who Not How philosophy look like? (51:07)
Final thoughts and takeaways (1:03:50)
Additional Resources:
Secure Your Family and Business’s Future HERE
Schedule your FREE business evaluation call with our team HERE or send a text message to 877-755-2410 with the word “APPLY”
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The Hidden Dangers of Neglecting Estate & Succession Planning with Attorneys Dusty and Jennifer King | E340
EPISODE 340: Is your business prepared for the unexpected?
Many small business owners don’t have a plan for business continuity in case of death or disability.
They never thought that by neglecting this crucial aspect of their business, they risk depriving their families and employees of a secure future.
In this week’s episode, we’ve invited experienced estate planning attorneys Dusty and Jennifer King. They reveal the most critical mistakes business owners often make and the consequences of not having an estate plan.
Learn more about the basics of estate planning, the importance of proper documentation, common misconceptions about estate planning, and much more.
Whether you’re just starting out or have been running your construction business for years, this episode is packed with knowledge on protecting your business and ensuring its continuity.
Don’t leave your business’s future to chance.
Tune in now!
Key Takeaways:
Introduction (00:00)
Meet Dusty and Jennifer King (01:08)
Common mistakes in estate planning (01:50)
Consequences of not having an estate plan (04:32)
Impact of probate on business operations (07:16)
Licensing issues upon the owner’s death (10:47)
Misconceptions about estate planning (17:26)
The basics of estate planning (26:12)
Operational considerations for business succession (33:33)
Importance of proper documentation (42:25)
Real-life case study (52:58)
How to find a good estate planning attorney (1:04:06)
Additional Resources:
Secure Your Family and Business’s Future HERE
Schedule your FREE business evaluation call with our team HERE or send a text message to 877-755-2410 with the word “APPLY”
Keep up with Dusty and Jennifer King
Visit their website for more information HERE
Follow King & King PLC on Facebook
Need advice? Contact them at 251-501-6100 / 731-664-6864
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From Fear to Success: A 20-Year Veteran Builder’s Proven Success Formula with Mark Williams | E342
EPISODE 342: Imagine starting a custom home building business with no safety net, fully embracing the fear of failure, and emerging victorious. Not many can do that, but this week’s guest did exactly that.
Meet Mark Williams. Mark is the founder of Mark D Williams Custom Homes and host of The Curious Builder podcast. With over 20 years of experience in the field, Mark reveals how overcoming fear is a stepping stone for success.
Today, he shares practical ways to be “steady at the helm” no matter what, how to find and work with your ideal client, the importance of setting clear expectations and boundaries with clients, and more.
Curious to learn how to turn failure into success?
Let’s dive in!
Key Takeaways:
Introduction (00:00)
Meet Mark Williams (02:22)
Importance of removing the safety net and overcoming fear (06:05)
Practical ways to maintain steady at the helm (08:56)
How to find and work with your ideal client (14:59)
Advice on turning away prospective clients who aren’t the right fit (23:04)
On setting clear expectations and boundaries with clients (31:14)
Biggest business lessons Mark learned from his father (37:22)
Common mistakes builders make and how to avoid them (39:55)
Mark’s Curious Builder Podcast and its impact on his business (48:18)
Rapid fire questions answered (1:03:13)
Episode wrap-up (1:05:20)
Additional Resources:
Secure Your Family and Business’s Future HERE
Schedule your FREE business evaluation call with our team HERE or send a text message to 877-755-2410 with the word “APPLY”
Keep up with Mark
Follow Mark on Instagram Here
Check out Mark D Williams Custom Homes Here
Listen to The Curious Builder Podcast Here
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