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IAM2394 - Mastering Time and Effort with Pareto & Parkinson

Gresham Harkless shares his journey as a franchise broker, focusing on time management, entrepreneurship, and starting a business. 

 

He emphasizes that many people delay taking action because they feel they need to have everything perfect and all their time available. 

 

Gresham highlights the importance of focusing on the key activities that produce the most significant results rather than trying to do everything.

 

Gresham also discusses Parkinson's Law, which suggests that work expands to fill the time allocated for it. 

He uses an example from his friend Dave, who transitioned out of his full-time job using "power hours"—intentional, focused time to make progress toward his business goals. 

 

Gresham recommends that even dedicating a small amount of focused time, like an hour or 10–20 minutes, can significantly move things forward.

 

• 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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IAM2393 - Capture the Essence of Thanksgiving Moments

In this special episode, Gresham Harkless shares how he was reminded that when people pray or manifest things, the answers may not come in the way they expect. 

 

Gresham emphasizes the importance of being open to God's answers, even if they don’t align with one's expectations or desired methods.

 

He discusses his entrepreneurial journey, particularly in the franchise world, and how he’s learning to focus on the “why” of his goals rather than the “how.”

 

Moreover, Gresham is excited about the progress he’s made and remains committed to continuing his journey, without giving up.

 

• 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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IAM2392 - Unveiling Day 28: Franchise Broker Chronicles

Gresham Harkless reflects on his journey as he approaches the 30-day mark of his current business phase, feeling like time has moved quickly.

 

Gresham shares that he feels a bit "in-between," trying to transition but unsure whether he can meet his goal by the end of the year, as he initially intended.

 

He mentions a podcast he hosted about being an AI-first company, discussing how AI can help humans focus on more meaningful tasks rather than replace them.

 

Gresham emphasizes the importance of moving forward despite uncertainty, as it will ultimately benefit him in the long run.

 

Despite feeling overwhelmed, he acknowledges the need to recalibrate, reassess his priorities, and keep progressing.

• 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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IAM2391 - Founder Helps Business Owners with Growth and for a Smooth Business Exit

Renita Wolf is the founder of Poe Wolf Partners, a consulting firm focused on helping mid-market businesses with growth and operational improvements. 

 

Renita specializes in business exit planning, focusing on presale preparation to ensure companies are well-prepared before approaching potential buyers or investors. 

 

Renita emphasizes the importance of advance preparation—giving clients time to shore up any weaknesses and get their businesses ready for sale.

 

Her unique approach lies in simplifying complex business processes and breaking down information into understandable terms for her clients.

 

Renita advocates entrepreneurs to build a sustainable business with positive cash flow, and to create value and significance in their work.

 

Website: Poe Wolf Partners 

LinkedIn: Renita Wolf, MBA

 

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IAM2390 - Chief Revenue Officer Bridges the Financial Literacy Gap for Small Business Owners

James Hatfield is the Chief Revenue Officer at Liveswitch and with extensive leadership experience in companies like IQVIA and Sageworks.

Liveswitch uses instant video to drive less, give more estimates, assess issues remotely, pre-qualify leads better, and document your work. With a simple click and no apps, LiveSwitch Contact is the fastest and easiest way to connect with customers and team members to make more money and save time.

James co-founded a company that turned financial statements into plain language for small business owners, leading it to become an Inc. 500 company and eventually sold it to KKR.

He emphasizes the importance of "grit" and resilience in business, especially in the face of rejection or adversity and advocates for collecting feedback and using it to improve your business, which he refers to as "delighting the customer."

James recommends forming a personal board that includes people from different industries and backgrounds.

 

Website: LiveSwitch

LinkedIn: James Hatfield

 

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IAM2389 - CEO Focus on Conversational Analytics to Facilitate Better Customer Experience

Krish Ramineni is the co-founder and CEO of Fireflies.ai, an AI startup in San Francisco that specializes in conversational analytics, including recording, transcribing, and analyzing sales and support calls.

 

Prior to Fireflies, Krish was one of the youngest product managers at Microsoft, where he worked on customer experience and analytics.

 

At Microsoft, Krish interacted with experts in NLP and data science, which sparked his interest in conversation tracking and voice analytics.

 

Krish uses Slack extensively to stay connected with his global team, having mini-conversations to stay informed without micromanaging.

 

He also uses Zapier to automate repetitive tasks, integrating tools into Slack for seamless communication and action.

 

Krish emphasizes the importance of visibility and transparency across departments to prevent silos and ensure teams are working collaboratively toward shared goals.

 

Website: Fireflies.ai 

LinkedIn: Krish Ramineni

 

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IAM2388 - Certified Holistic Health Coach and Entrepreneur Teaches on How to Become a Healthier and Authentic Self

Nicole Nelson is a certified holistic health coach, wellness influencer, and entrepreneur, who transitioned from a corporate job as an engineer at General Mills to pursue her passion for health and wellness.

 

Nicole launched her health coaching business, Living Well with Nick, in 2016, and has since helped others lead healthier, more authentic lives.

 

She earned her health coaching certification from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition (IIN) and started her business on the side.

 

Nicole describes her transition as life-changing and is grateful for the difficult experiences that pushed her to follow her true passion.

 

Her approach revolves around digestion and overall wellness, addressing clients’ personal lives and stressors that may affect their health. 

 

Nicole attributes her business success to a focus on service, emphasizing the importance of listening to client's needs and creating a supportive environment. 

 

Website: Living Well With Nic 

LinkedIn: Nicole Nelson 

Instagram: livingwellwithnic

 

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IAM2387 - Navigating the Franchise Broker Journey

Gresham Harkless shares his reflections on his entrepreneurial journey, emphasizing that success is rarely a straight line.

 

He compares success to a plate of spaghetti—messy, complex, and filled with unexpected twists and turns. 

 

Gresham acknowledges that many people mistakenly believe success is a flawless path without setbacks.

 

Gresham explains that persistence and resilience are key to overcoming setbacks, and while not everything will go perfectly, those who keep going are the ones who ultimately succeed.

• 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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IAM2386 - Embrace the Chaos: A Franchise Broker's Revelation

In this special episode, Gresham Harkless believes in the importance of energy in life and business.

 

He recently had a conversation with a coach about transformation, where they discussed the concept of letting go of things that no longer serve you.

 

Gresham emphasizes listening to one's body and intuition and mentions how physical sensations, like anxiety, can be signals to explore deeper issues. 

 

Gresham discusses the importance of staying in tune with their spirituality, reading God's word, and maintaining a relationship with Him to make informed transitions.

 

Furthermore, he refers to the essential of being open to change, especially self-initiated change.

 

 

 

• 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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IAM2385 - Unveiling the Secret of Franchise Success

Gresham Harkless reflects on his entrepreneurial journey and emphasizes the importance of experimentation in business.

 

Gresham shares his experience, experimenting with different strategies and approaches is key to discovering what works, what you enjoy, and what aligns with your goals.

 

He emphasizes the value of data in understanding what's working—such as tracking impressions, clicks, conversions, or other key performance indicators (KPIs).

 

Gresham highlights the need for consistent experimentation, referencing how successful companies like Google encourage innovation through dedicated "experimental time." 

 

In addition, he advocates entrepreneurs to create space for experimentation in their routines, analyze the results, and adjust accordingly.

• 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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I AM CEO Handbook Volume 3 is HERE and it's FREE. Get your copy here: http://cbnation.co/iamceo3. Get the 100+ things that you can learn from 1600 business podcasts we recorded. Hear Gresh's story, learn the 16 business pillars from the podcast, find out about CBNation Architects and why you might be one and so much more. Did we mention it was FREE? Download it today!