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IAM2322 - Resilience & Success: Navigating Franchise Chaos

In this special episode, one of the most significant takeaways from Gresham’s journey is the misconception that success is a straight path. 

 

He emphasizes that persistence and resilience are crucial for any entrepreneur, the road to success is filled with highs and lows, and it's essential to keep pushing forward, even when things get tough.

 

Gresham reflects on how failures and setbacks — such as a no-show during scheduled meetings are part of the process.

 

Regardless of not being in the ideal environment or mindset, Gresham was able to approach the conversation naturally, without the pressure of trying to be perfect, which he believes contributed to the success of the call.

 

Gresham shares an important lesson about sales and business calls. He notes that, through training and learning, many people want to get everything "perfect" and follow the right steps, but the core of success lies in simply having conversations.

• Blue Star Franchise: http://bluestarfranchise.com
• Browse the Franchise Inventory: https://bluestarfranchise.com/franchise
• Is franchising right for you? Check this out to see: http://bluestarfranchise.com/assessment
• Franchise CEO (A CBNation Site - coming soon) - http://franchiseceo.co

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IAM2321 - Author and Speaker Helps Build an Eco-Sustainable Community

Teresa de Grosbois is a globally recognized authority on influence and leadership, and the founder of Vista Mundo, a retreat center in Costa Rica. 

 

Teresa is also a four-time international bestselling author and focuses on conscious leadership, personal growth, and empowering others to lead with influence.

 

Teresa discusses her creation of Vista Mundo, an eco-sustainable community in Costa Rica - the retreat center serves as a hub for people seeking to reconnect with nature, practice sustainable living, and explore leadership.

 

She emphasizes that the community is a collaboration of visionaries, each contributing their dreams to shape the ideal space of conscious living.

 

She highlights how living and working with such a supportive and dynamic community has enriched her growth.

 

Teresa shares a practical hack for entrepreneurs: the power of taking a moment to breathe and calm your mind.

 

Furthermore, she discusses how meditation and quieting the fear-driven, primitive brain can help entrepreneurs trust their inner wisdom and make better decisions.

 

Website: Vista Mundo Retreat 

Linkedin: Teresa de Grosbois

 

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IAM2320 - Counselor and Advocate Helps People Heal their Pain, Illness, and Trauma

In this episode, Grace Quantock discusses various topics related to health, wellness, and entrepreneurship.

Grace emphasizes the importance of daily listening sessions for preparing for appointments, regulating the nervous system, advocating for oneself, and addressing symptoms.

She highlights the need to support individuals living with pain, illness, and trauma without causing disembodiment, burnout, or blame.

Grace shares her journey into entrepreneurship, which began due to her illness and disability, necessitating flexible work.

She discusses her experience navigating complex medical systems and transitioning from personal advocacy to wider community support.

Grace runs Onwards Together therapy, offering psychotherapeutic counseling and coaching for complex trauma, as well as creative therapeutic journaling workshops and a program called Refuel and Resource for medical and wellness trauma.

Grace emphasizes the importance of recognizing systemic issues and personal context in managing health and success, advising that success comes from creating one's own path rather than following others' systems. 

Website: gracequantock.com

Book: www.livingwellwithchronicillnessbook.co.uk/book
IG: grace_quantock

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IAM2319 - NLP Trainer Helps Clients be Happier, Grow and Evolve Spiritually and Personally

Art Giser is the creator of Energetic NLP. He is an internationally renowned NLP trainer, intuitive, and healer. 

 

Art's unique and diverse background includes NLP, spirituality, coaching, transformative and healing energy work, and intuition development. 

 

He also manages a medical research lab for the University of California, San Francisco, and works with Fortune 100 companies to develop exceptional leaders in teams.

 

Art Giser discusses the impact of mindset on success, failure, and mediocrity, emphasizing the importance of changing old programming and adopting new thinking and emotional skills.

 

In addition, Art explains the importance of stepping into the CEO role by taking a broader, strategic view of one's business and managing it from a high-level perspective.

 

Website: Energetic NLP 

LinkedIn: Art Giser

 

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IAM2318 - Industry Leader Helps Overwhelmed Clients Take Control of Their Productivity

Jennifer Stewart has been empowering clients with technology since 2011, focusing on reducing frustration with computers, organizing digital systems, and teaching Microsoft programs. 

 

She is also the immediate past president of the St. Louis chapter of the National Association of Productivity and Organizing Professionals.

 

After coaching and refining her approach, she pivoted to business productivity and technology organization, leading to the founding of Gateway Organizers in 2016.

 

Jennifer emphasizes her unique ability to help clients who are overwhelmed by technology, providing patient guidance to make their digital systems more manageable and efficient.

 

Jennifer recommends using Slack to reduce internal emails and organize communication, along with time blocking and using a timer to prioritize tasks.

 

Jennifer shares her experience of managing all aspects of the business and making strategic decisions with her business partner, highlighting values like family and freedom.

 

Website: Gateway Productivity 

LinkedIn: Jennifer C. Stewart

 

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IAM2317 - Journey to Franchise Broker: Insights & Strategies

In this special episode, Gresham Harkless emphasizes the importance of finding a brand that aligns with a potential franchisee’s skills, especially marketing executives, and asks about opportunities to implement independent marketing strategies.

 

Gresham discusses the challenges of understanding which candidates fit for specific brands, referencing a conversation with a brand founder who sought highly committed, "all-in" candidates rather than those looking for semi-absentee models.

 

He mentions the format of the conference which includes speed round sessions and keynote speeches that provide valuable insights into the brand's strengths and weaknesses.

 

He highlights the importance of leveraging external resources, such as associations or consultants, to reduce the burden of starting and running a business. 

 

Moreover, Gresham emphasizes the importance of finding ways to ease the load through support systems or learning shortcuts.

 

• Blue Star Franchise: http://bluestarfranchise.com
• Browse the Franchise Inventory: https://bluestarfranchise.com/franchise
• Is franchising right for you? Check this out to see: http://bluestarfranchise.com/assessment
• Franchise CEO (A CBNation Site - coming soon) - http://franchiseceo.co

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IAM2316 - Gresh Shares on How Embracing Your Authentic Self Unlocks Success

In this special episode, Gresham Harkless emphasizes the importance of being unique and running one's race. 

 

In the competitive world of franchising, standing out and staying true to your vision is crucial. This advice is not just applicable to franchising but to any entrepreneurial endeavor.

 

On day 15 of the Franchise Brokers Conference, he shares valuable insights on starting the business by highlighting the connection with franchise brokers as a critical step in the journey.

 

He points out the concept of "coopetition" – a blend of cooperation and competition and the importance of leaning into one's strengths.

 

Furthermore, Gresham focuses on specific segments and brands that can make a significant difference in the success of a franchise.

• Blue Star Franchise: http://bluestarfranchise.com
• Browse the Franchise Inventory: https://bluestarfranchise.com/franchise
• Is franchising right for you? Check this out to see: http://bluestarfranchise.com/assessment
• Franchise CEO (A CBNation Site - coming soon) - http://franchiseceo.co

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IAM2315 - Navigating New Ventures: The Baby Giraffe Phase

In this special episode, Gresh discusses day 11 of the Franchise Broker journey, highlighting the importance of understanding personal energy levels and managing commitments.

Using a jungle gym analogy, he emphasizes embracing change and discomfort in new ventures, comparing it to a baby giraffe learning to walk.

Gresh underscores the importance of embracing mistakes, prioritizing, and protecting time and energy.

And advise writing down responsibilities to manage overwhelm and stay present, noting that sometimes it’s necessary to eliminate tasks to focus on what’s essential. 

• Blue Star Franchise: http://bluestarfranchise.com
• Browse the Franchise Inventory: https://bluestarfranchise.com/franchise/
• Is franchising right for you? Check this out to see: http://bluestarfranchise.com/assessment
• Franchise CEO (A CBNation Site - coming soon) - http://franchiseceo.co

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IAM2314 - Global Business Consultant Empowers Leaders and Businesses to Unlock their Potential

Asmâa Methqal is a renowned global business consultant and strategic leadership facilitator who empowers leaders and businesses to unlock their potential and balance wealth and gender equality.

 

Asmâa combines business strategy with emotional intelligence, body movement, and intuition.

 

She uses group coaching and community-based learning to maximize collective wisdom, pushing clients to move beyond their comfort zones and confront their ego-driven actions.

 

Asmâa recommends incorporating music and movement into the start of the day to connect with the body and elevate mood. 

 

She also emphasizes the impact of personal energy on others - by amplifying their energy, leaders can create astounding outcomes and inspire those around them.

 

LinkedIn: Asmâa Methqal 

Website: Fire and Flow with Asmâa 

Instagram: iamasmaa

 

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IAM2313 - Fractional CMO Discusses on Prioritizing Marketing Strategies for Revenue Growth

Peter Murphy Lewis is a fractional Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) with expertise in various industries, including travel, software, and media. 

 

Peter discusses how his business evolved, transitioning from a focus on strategy to a full-service marketing agency with a team of 15.

 

He emphasizes that CEOs often need support in defining the right marketing strategy before diving into execution.

 

Peter shares his honest marketing approach, acknowledging when something isn't working and being transparent about his plans.

 

He explains the value of creating a strong culture with global talent, which can help scale a business while being more cost-effective.

 

LinkedIn: Peter Murphy Lewis 

Website:  GrowthMentor

 

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