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IAM2180 - Understanding the Entrepreneurial Journey and the Human Aspect of the Business

In this special episode, Gresh shares his journey from creating a family newspaper to founding his media and digital marketing company. 

Gresh discusses how his initial passion for sharing stories and engaging content laid the groundwork for his career. 

 

He recounts the pivotal moments that led him to pivot from aspirations of journalism and law to establishing his own business. 

 

Facing challenges like a torn Achilles tendon, he innovated by leveraging digital tools and networking to kickstart CEO Blog Nation. 

Gresh emphasizes the importance of media exposure, continuous learning, and the support system that spurred his success. He also hints at future plans and motivations driving his current projects and business strategies. 

 

Gresham’s primary website (where you can find links to all of his services and resources).

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Episode Link: Ignite Your Entrepreneurial Journey

 

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IAM2179 - Internationally Recognized Thought Leader, Venture Capitalist and Author Passionate About Building Sustainable Cities

In this episode, we have Scott Amyx of Amyx Ventures, an internationally recognized thought leader and venture capitalist.

Scott shares his mission of helping cities worldwide develop economic resilience and combat climate change.

He delves into his background, growing up during South Korea's challenging times, and discusses his work with smart, sustainable cities.

Scott highlights the importance of identifying comparative advantages and pursuing demand-driven technologies. He also outlines his 'STRIVE' methodology for achieving success by doing uncomfortable yet essential tasks.

Finally, Scott offers insights into creating a disciplined, humble leadership culture for impactful organizational growth.

Website: scottamyx.com

Books: scottamyx.com/books
Newsroom: scottamyx.com/newsroom
Business website: amyxventures.com
Personal website: scottamyx.com

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IAM2178 - Fitness Entrepreneur and Orange County’s Top Rated Female Trainer Helps Clients with Diverse Fitness Solutions

In this episode, we have Kai Boyer, the top-rated female trainer and fitness entrepreneur in Orange County.

Kai shares her journey from a college scholarship athlete to a leading personal trainer after a career-ending injury.

She discusses the customized approach she takes to help her clients overcome injuries, achieve their fitness goals, and improve their wellness through one-on-one training, diet planning, and corporate wellness programs.

Kai also shares her 'CEO hack' of maintaining goal lists, which helps her stay focused and accountable. Additionally, she emphasizes the importance of continual growth and taking on the challenges of running her business independently.

Tune in to learn more about Kai's unique training methods and her advice for aspiring entrepreneurs. 

Website: kaiboyerfitness.com

Facebook: kaiboyerfitness
Instagram: kai_boyer_fitness

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IAM2177 - Mastering Your Goals with The 12 Week Year

Gresham Harkless discusses the issue of execution in entrepreneurship and the importance of resilience and awareness in reaching success. He introduces the 12-week year productivity system, emphasizing its ability to achieve more in 12 weeks than in 12 months and the importance of focus and urgency.

 

Gresham explains the concept of setting 12-week goals instead of annual goals, creating a sense of urgency and driving action, and the importance of execution, prioritizing high-impact activities, and the weekly review and accountability meeting.

 

Gresham highlights the importance of measuring progress, reflecting on setbacks, and making adjustments to achieve remarkable results within 12 weeks. And the five quick ways to implement the 12-week year, focusing on vision, goals, planning, execution, and review.

• Pillars (https://cbnation.co/pillars/): Operations
• Traction Book: Outliers: The Story of Success
• 12 Week Year: The 12 Week Year: Get More Done in 12 Weeks than Others Do in 12 Months
• Blog Post About the 12 Week Year: https://progreshion.ceoblognation.com/2024/04/01/what-if-your-year-was-12-weeks/
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• Are you a builder or architect? Take the quiz & challenge to find out!

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IAM2176 - If You Run Your Race, You Can't Lose

Gresham Harkless discusses the importance of understanding and internalizing the concept of running your own race, providing wisdom for entrepreneurs and business owners. He shares insights from an interview with Edson Barton about the importance of self-knowledge and its impact on success in business.

 

Gresham emphasizes the negative effects of comparing oneself to others in business and advocates for understanding and embracing one's unique race. Gresh discusses the importance of focusing on strengths, unique value propositions, and aligning strategies with the vision of the business. He highlights the significance of staying aligned with core values and mission to achieve long-term success and fulfillment in business. And the importance of patience, persistence, and understanding that success doesn't happen overnight in business.

 

Gresham focus on the importance of measuring progress against goals, embracing flexibility, and adapting to the ever-changing business landscape. He encourages entrepreneurs to embrace their unique journey, celebrate small victories, and contribute their unique voices and perspectives to the entrepreneurial community.

• Pillars (https://cbnation.co/pillars/): Entrepreneurship
• Traction Book: Outliers: The Story of Success
• Browse the Mini-Library/Enroll in the course!
• Are you a builder or architect? Take the quiz & challenge to find out!

 

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IAM2175 - Climbing the Jungle Gym: Lessons in Letting Go and Moving Forward

Gresham Harkless discusses the concept of letting go and delegating in business, using the metaphor of a jungle gym to illustrate the importance of releasing old strategies and tasks to reach new heights. Gresh shares a personal experience and insights from Art Radtke about the jungle gym metaphor, emphasizing the need to release old strategies and tasks to achieve growth and scaling in business. 

 

Gresham highlights the significance of delegating tasks and empowering the team to drive business growth and innovation, emphasizing the need to focus on high-impact activities. He discusses the importance of releasing old strategies and mindsets, adapting to change, and adjusting business strategies for ongoing growth and innovation.

 

Gresham emphasizes the courage needed to let go, delegate, and embrace change in entrepreneurship, creating space for new ideas and innovations to propel business to the next level.

 

Pillars: Human Part of Business / Entrepreneurship
Traction Book: Traction: Get a Grip on Your Business

 

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IAM2174 - CEO and Co-Founder Offers a No-Code Platform Digital Sales and Leadership Performance Library

Alex Kutsishin is the co-founder and CEO of Fuel, a digital sales and leadership performance library designed to redefine business education and performance standards.

 

With an entrepreneurial spirit evident since his youth, he has co-founded 10 companies, each marked milestones, and innovation from pioneering medical offices in Washington, D.C. To introduce the first American-based, low-code, no-code platform for custom mobile websites.

 

In his role, co-founding a mortgage technology firm, he achieved a remarkable 7,000% growth within 4 years.

 

Alex discusses his experience in building scalable teams and reaching a global audience with innovative business solutions.

 

Alex emphasizes the importance of self-mastery, life mastery, leadership mastery, and sales mastery in becoming successful in business.

Website: Fuel !nc
LinkedIn: Alex Kutsishin

 

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IAM2173 - Salon Expert Helps Individuals Build and Scale Salon Suite Facilities

Karen Kaminski is the go-to expert in all aspects of salon suites, disrupting the salon franchise model while helping entrepreneur beauty professionals succeed in their businesses.

 

Karen helps investors nationwide establish, manage, and scale private salon suite facilities at cost-effective rates as the founder of Allure Salon Suite Consulting. Allure Salon Suite Consulting also offers strategic exit planning for facility owners, providing tailored advice for those looking to transition away from their investments when the time is right. 

 

Karen empowers beauty professionals with the entrepreneurial tools they need to run a successful salon using her professional and personal experience as a beauty professional and the owner of 5 salon suites housing over 115 salon studios through her second company Allure Salon Group.

As an industry expert, Karen is recognized for her hands-on experience and comprehensive knowledge of the salon suite market.

Website: Allure Salon Suite Consulting LLC
LinkedIn: Karen A. Kaminski
Facebook: Allure Salon Suite Consulting, LLC

 

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IAM2172 - Founder Helps Individuals and Businesses Facing IRS and New York State Tax Problems

In this episode, we have Karen Tenenbaum, recognized as a leading tax firm for 35 years, Karen founded Tenenbaum Law, P.C., which helps individuals and businesses facing IRS and New York State tax problems. Aside from practicing tax law, Karen is also the co-founder of Commerce Plaza, Inc., a non-profit organization dedicated to introducing children to the business community through a simulated work environment.

 

Karen provides resources for individuals to handle tax problems themselves, but also offers full representation and negotiation services.

 

Karen highlights the importance of having a clear vision and a great team to implement it.

Website: Tenenbaum Law, P.C.
LinkedIn: Karen Tenenbaum
Facebook: Tenenbaum Law, P.C.

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IAM2171 - Retired Calvin Klein CEO Shares His Knowledge on Business, Service and Leadership

Tom Murry is the retired CEO of Calvin Klein, where he ran the company for 17 years and facilitated the brand’s growth from 2.8 billion to $8 billion.

Prior to that, he spent the majority of his career working for iconic fashion brands including Tahari and Evan Piccone.

He has worked with (and learned from) the most recognized names in fashion, as well as titans of the business world. With the same no-nonsense approach that he applies to fashion, Tom shares his knowledge about business, leadership, and creating a career that one can be both proud of and one that is of service to others.

He and his beloved junior-high sweetheart, Lynda Murry, recently celebrated 43 years of marriage and now reside in Palm Beach, Florida.

LinkedIn: Tom Murry
Facebook: Tom Murry

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