The Untrapped Podcast With Keith Kalfas

In this compelling episode, Keith Kalfas shares twelve critical tips that have profoundly impacted his life and the lives of many men. He emphasizes the importance of personal accountability, self-improvement, and resilience. Key points include understanding that no one cares about your struggles, realizing that no one will solve your problems for you, the necessity of avoiding repetitive mistakes, fully committing to your work, taking time to unplug, and the critical role of coaching and creating systems. He also discusses the value of financial planning, the importance of hiring help, the need to build multiple income streams, and the ultimate realization that growth requires proactive change. Through personal anecdotes and practical advice, Keith offers guidance for overcoming life's challenges and achieving success.

"The success that you are looking for lies in the hard work that you've been avoiding."

- Keith Kalfas

Topics Covered:

• Tip 1: No One Cares Tip 2: No One Will Fix It for You Tip 3: Definition of Insanity Tip 4: Immerse Yourself Fully Tip 5: Find the Deeper Lesson Tip 6: Unplug and Recharge Tip 7: Stop Dangling from a Rope Tip 8: Dig Deep into Your Numbers Tip 9: Get Coaching Tip 10: Create Systems Tip 11: Grow Your Way Out Tip 12: Build a Different Bridge Conclusion: Final Thoughts and Encouragement

Key Takeaways

• Hard Work is Essential: True success in a landscaping business, as in any venture, requires committing to hard work and facing tasks you've been putting off.
• Face Challenges Head-On: The tips might highlight the uncomfortable or challenging aspects of running a landscaping business that are crucial for success but often avoided.
• Overcome Avoidance: Consistently avoiding hard work will hinder your progress; tackling these tasks can lead to the success you desire.

Connect with Keith

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keithkalfas/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thelandscapingemployeetrap Website: https://www.keithkalfas.com/resources Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@keith-kalfas

Resources and Websites:

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LANDSCAPING BUSINESS How to Guide: https://www.keithkalfas.com/16

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Get Ballard: https://www.ballard-inc.com/

Easy Budgeting Blueprint: keithkalfas.com/budget

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Identifying Your Superpower: Keithkalfas.com/superpower

Become An influencer And Monetize Your Expertise: https://www.keithkalfas.com/influence

In this engaging episode, I took a deep dive into the world of entrepreneurship, grappling with the formidable foes of overwhelm and stress. I learned that the key lies in remaining calm in the face of chaos, cutting off distractions, and owning up to our commitments. It's not just about pushing through; it's about finding that sweet spot and edge where growth and challenges intersect.

I also made an important distinction between material Success and true fulfillment. It's not just about the numbers in your bank account; it's about aligning with your purpose and finding holistic wealth.

So, remember, when you feel the weight of the world on your shoulders, dig deep, take charge, and overcome the overwhelm.

This is your journey to unleashing your true potential and thriving in business.

"I think that you can have all of the materialistic wealth and money and riches and the boat and the cars and the houses and all these things and be able to give to charities and help people and stuff like and do all these beautiful things and have a vacation home and do the thing that you love and are passionate and your dream and desire to do. But you have to turn off the world and check out of the world and stay checked into strategy and your heart and what means the most to you." - Keith.

Topic Covered:

00:00 - Manage overwhelm by finding your edge and working it.

05:06 - Text customer, prioritize calm and avoid overwhelm.

06:29 - Experienced freedom and self-care crucial for well-being.

12:07- Success lies in finding purpose, hard work, and embracing challenges. Instead of pursuing materialistic wealth, strive to do what you love, even during difficult times. Embrace the idea of falling in love with what you hate as a secret to reaching the next level, as suggested by Grant Cardone.

15:06 - Embracing the wealth of being present, overcoming anxiety.

Key Takeaways:

• Self-Awareness and Thresholds: This is vital to determining our stress thresholds and understanding our unique tolerances. It is beautifully likened to finding our "edge," highlighting the significance of operating at the brink without succumbing to overwhelming circumstances.
• Balancing Priorities: The delicate balance between professional commitments, personal well-being, and family responsibilities. The fundamental role of self-care is in managing and preventing being overwhelmed.
• Purpose and Fulfillment: This goes beyond the conventional conversation, the impact of societal expectations and individual aspirations. Pursuing genuine fulfillment and purpose transcends the allure of material Success into inner contentment.
• Taking Responsibility: An integral takeaway revolved around the significance of assuming responsibility for our commitments and decisions. Eloquently express the importance of embracing challenges and taking decisive action to triumph over overwhelming circumstances.

Resources and Websites:

🙋♂️Get My Free Landscaping Business Startup Video Series Here👇

Here https://www.keithkalfas.com/Landscaping-Series

Landscaping Course https://keith-kalfas.mykajabi.com/store/8bFERMcs

LANDSCAPING BUSINESS

How to Guide: https://www.keithkalfas.com/16

Get Jobber: https://getjobber.com/im/ambassador-referral/?gspk=a2VpdGhrYWxmYXM4NTIx&gsxid=Rs6pwtznLDcs.

Get Ballard: https://www.ballard-inc.com/

Easy Budgeting Blueprint: keithkalfas.com/budget

Smartphone Video Creation Guide: Keithkalfas.com/smartphone

Identifying Your Superpower: Keithkalfas.com/superpower

Become An influencer And Monetize Your Expertise: https://www.keithkalfas.com/influence

Keith reflects on the importance of maintaining faith and gratitude both during challenging and prosperous times. He shares personal counseling experiences, emphasizing the need for unwavering belief and commitment to God. Keith discusses how people often turn to God only in dire situations and neglect their faith once the crisis passes, drawing parallels with the biblical story of Israel and Judah. He advises viewers to surround themselves with positive influences, seek true spiritual growth, and use social media wisely to reinforce their faith.

"Shared laughter amplifies joy, turning even life's challenges into moments of happiness."

- Keith Kalfas

Topics Covered:

• Introduction: Who Do You Praise?
• Counseling and Shared Wisdom
• The Dark Times and Returning to Sin
• Praising God in Good Time
• Scripture Reading: The Book of Jeremiah
• Personal Reflections on Faith
• Encouragement and Final Thoughts
• Channel Updates and Future Plans
• Positive Social Media and Community

Key Takeaways

• Praise Consistently: Emphasizes the importance of praising God not only in times of need but also when times are good.
• Consistent and Committed Faith: Highlights the need for a consistent relationship with God, avoiding lukewarm beliefs and striving to remain steadfast in faith.
• Positive and Supportive Community: Encourages surrounding oneself with positive, faithful friends and engaging with spiritually uplifting content.

Connect with Keith

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keithkalfas/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thelandscapingemployeetrap Website: https://www.keithkalfas.com/resources Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@keith-kalfas

Resources and Websites:

🙋♂️Get My Free Landscaping Business Startup Video Series Here👇 Here https://www.keithkalfas.com/Landscaping-Series

Landscaping Course https://keith-kalfas.mykajabi.com/store/8bFERMcs

LANDSCAPING BUSINESS How to Guide: https://www.keithkalfas.com/16

Get Jobber: https://getjobber.com/im/ambassador-referral/?gspk=a2VpdGhrYWxmYXM4NTIx&gsxid=Rs6pwtznLDcs

Get Ballard: https://www.ballard-inc.com/

Easy Budgeting Blueprint: keithkalfas.com/budget

Smartphone Video Creation Guide: Keithkalfas.com/smartphone

Identifying Your Superpower: Keithkalfas.com/superpower

Become An influencer And Monetize Your Expertise: https://www.keithkalfas.com/influence

Keith Kalfas reflects on his experience in the window cleaning business, sharing how trusted customers fired him after they raised their prices despite years of service. This realization led them to advise others to seek out clients who value their worth, rather than complaining about existing customers. This episode underscores the importance of finding clients willing to pay fair prices and hints at applying this lesson to the landscaping business, emphasizing a new pricing minimum.

"Go find customers who can pay what you're worth."

- Keith Kalfas

Topics Covered:

• Introduction: Realizing the Value of Your Work
• Facing Rejection: The Reality of Raising Prices
• Taking Action: Finding the Right Customers
• Understanding Your Worth: A Pricing Example

Key Takeaways

• Knowing and Valuing Your Worth:

You may have long-term customers who seem to care about you, but this doesn’t always translate to them valuing the worth of your services. When the time comes to increase your prices to match or even come close to the industry standard, some clients may choose to leave instead of paying the increased price.

• Take Action:

Instead of lamenting over clients who refuse to pay what you’re worth, the focus should be on finding new customers who can and will pay for your services at your desired rate. It's crucial to proactively seek out and secure customers who understand and can afford your pricing.

• Continuous Learning and Adaptation:

The lesson from a landscaping pricing example applies similarly to window cleaning: setting a minimum price threshold can help in maintaining profitability and ensuring that your services are being appropriately compensated. Adjusting to a new pricing model, like the $700 minimum mentioned, although challenging, is necessary for growth and sustainability.

Connect with Keith

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keithkalfas/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thelandscapingemployeetrap Website: https://www.keithkalfas.com/resources Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@keith-kalfas

Resources and Websites:

🙋♂️Get My Free Landscaping Business Startup Video Series Here👇 Here https://www.keithkalfas.com/Landscaping-Series

Landscaping Course https://keith-kalfas.mykajabi.com/store/8bFERMcs

LANDSCAPING BUSINESS How to Guide: https://www.keithkalfas.com/16

Get Jobber: https://getjobber.com/im/ambassador-referral/?gspk=a2VpdGhrYWxmYXM4NTIx&gsxid=Rs6pwtznLDcs

Get Ballard: https://www.ballard-inc.com/

Easy Budgeting Blueprint: keithkalfas.com/budget

Smartphone Video Creation Guide: Keithkalfas.com/smartphone

Identifying Your Superpower: Keithkalfas.com/superpower

Become An influencer And Monetize Your Expertise: https://www.keithkalfas.com/influence

In this episode, we dive into the psychological and financial struggles of running a service business, especially when undercharging creates a cycle of stress and low profitability. Keith Kalfas, shares personal strategies for escaping this 'doom loop' by setting boundaries, improving communication, and learning from successful entrepreneurs. We also discuss the value of staying positive, organized, and building a high-performance mindset, supported by strong personal relationships. Plus, stay tuned for upcoming content featuring successful business tours and interviews.

"Break free from the 'doom loop' of undercharging by valuing your work, setting boundaries, and treating each challenge as data rather than a personal failure." Keith Kalfas

Topics Covered:

• The Doom Loop of Low Profit Work
• Emotional Toll of Running a Business
• The Importance of Emotional Detachment
• Personal Insights and Support Systems
• Learning from Successful Entrepreneurs
• Effective Communication and Client Management
• Navigating Economic Challenges
• Engage with Your Business Community

Key Takeaways

• Avoid the Doom Loop: Undercharging for services can lead to a cycle of low profit, high stress, and client relationships that lack loyalty. Breaking this pattern starts with valuing your work and charging accordingly.
• Set Clear Boundaries: Clear communication with clients and setting boundaries are essential to maintaining profitability and avoiding burnout.
• Surround Yourself with High-Performers: Learn from successful entrepreneurs, stay organized, and build a high-performance mindset supported by strong relationships to elevate your business and personal resilience.

Connect with Keith

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keithkalfas/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thelandscapingemployeetrap Website: https://www.keithkalfas.com/resources Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@keith-kalfas

Resources and Websites:

🙋♂️Get My Free Landscaping Business Startup Video Series Here👇 Here https://www.keithkalfas.com/Landscaping-Series

Landscaping Course https://keith-kalfas.mykajabi.com/store/8bFERMcs

LANDSCAPING BUSINESS How to Guide: https://www.keithkalfas.com/16

Get Jobber: https://getjobber.com/im/ambassador-referral/?gspk=a2VpdGhrYWxmYXM4NTIx&gsxid=Rs6pwtznLDcs

Get Ballard: https://www.ballard-inc.com/

Easy Budgeting Blueprint: keithkalfas.com/budget

Smartphone Video Creation Guide: Keithkalfas.com/smartphone

Identifying Your Superpower: Keithkalfas.com/superpower

Become An influencer And Monetize Your Expertise: https://www.keithkalfas.com/influence

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