Beyond 8 Figures

In this episode, Steve, Mary, Richard, and Jeff discuss: His professional journey through three companies that went public and were acquired. Lessons he learned from his first three companies and how he got started with StartUpNV. The business setup of StartUpNV. Spreading your bets when investing.   Key Takeaways: Stay focused and manage your cash You don’t have to stay all the way to the end to...

In this episode, Steve, Mary, Richard, and Aaron discuss:         Fixing the culture to rejuvenate a business.         Steps to be taken if you are acquiring an existing company.         C-Corp versus S-Corp versus LLC.         How to set up a company for success. Key Takeaways:         Seek first to understand, then to be understood.         You don’t have to be a one-stop-shop.         Begin wit...

About Michael Coles: Michael Coles is a business expert, serial entrepreneur, and education advocate. He co-founded Great American Cookie Company and served as the former CEO of Caribou Coffee. From starting three businesses to setting transcontinental world cycling records and running for public office, Coles' journey is defined by true grit and perseverance. In his captivating memoir, “ Time to...

In this episode, Steve, Mary, Richard, and Nathan discuss: How and why he started Freee Up and how it compares to competitors. Levels of hires to help scale their business to $10M and proactive hiring. The future of Freee Up and freelancer marketplaces. Always trying to improve as a manager and a leader. Key Takeaways: Work hard, play hard. Build a solid referral system that will help do your mark...

In this episode, Steve, Mary, Richard, and Mark discuss: Having an elegant exit where it’s a win-win on both sides. Practical selling strategies. Mark’s relationship with the Zigler family and the lessons he has learned and is still learning. Dos and don’ts of exiting a company. Key Takeaways: “You can have everything in life you want if you just help enough other people get what they want.” Zig Z...

In this episode, Steve, Mary, Richard, and Chalene discuss: Being thankful for setback years and the joy that comes from getting through those. Developing Chalene, the brand. The first step to monetize your expertise in the new media world. Co-creating with your audience, not in a test tube. Key Takeaways: Sometimes you have to slow down to speed up. You have to embrace new media, the old ways are...

In this episode, Steve, Mary, Richard, and Michael discuss: How Barefoot Wines started on accident and grew to the internationally known brand it is today. Being resourceful to become innovative. Worthy cause marketing and how it can help grow your business. Timing can make or break a business – make it work for you. Strategic value of a business.   Key Takeaways: Do what needs to be done – even w...

Get ready to uncover the story behind the renowned ASK Method as we sit down with Ryan Levesque . Learn how he stumbled upon this groundbreaking approach and how it has since transformed the way entrepreneurs around the world connect with their audience and skyrocket their businesses. About Ryan Levesque: Ryan Levesque is the Inc. 500 CEO of The ASK Method ® Company , and the #1 national best-sell...

In this episode, Steve, Mary, Richard, and Tony discuss: The start of Tony’s entrepreneurial journey. Keep your eyes open – that’s when things happen. The start of Just Water and the life cycle of Tony’s side companies. The power of people.   Key Takeaways: “Slay the dragon”, meaning face up immediately to any challenge; don’t dwell on it. Better to make a mistake than doing nothing at all. Always...

In this episode, Steve, Mary, Richard, and Kisha discuss: Being the change you want to see. How she created the structure of her business and continues to plan on growing it. Being fearless and getting out of your own way. Finding the model that fits you and your business. The power of diversification.   Key Takeaways: Just do it! Have multiple streams of income so you aren’t dependent on just one...

Learning how to keep to your what and face your fears in the heat of the fight with Frank Shamrock. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Solving your business needs and growing your company with Jonathan Cronstedt. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Finding your Warrior authenticity and honesty within yourself with Garrett White. As the driving force behind Wake Up Warrior, Garrett has built an empire that generates an impressive $10M+ annual revenue. Join us as we uncover the secrets behind his entrepreneurial journey and how he overcome the challenges along the way. About Garrett White: Garrett White is the founder of Wake Up Warrior and au...

Mark Evans Owns American Wealth Builders And Cash Flow Lead Gen for More Than 30 Million Dollars. In this episode, Mark Evans shares a rags-to-riches adventure in building a real estate empire. About Mark Evans : Mark Evans , known as “The DM” (The Deal-Maker) and “The DN” (The Digital Nomad), defied expectations by building a successful career as an entrepreneur and author. From starting his firs...

Mike is a sought after presenter for business & industry events across Australia and the World – where he shares his unique insights about Business growth models, including improving Business Cash flow and Profits through a principle of “World’s Best Value”. Mike’s business career started with buying and selling goods as a second-hand dealer. Four years later, the entrepreneur in Mike surfaced...

Lee Richter Lee Richter is an award-winning, dynamic business innovator and a visionary recognised for the 7th consecutive year by the San Francisco Business Times as one of their Top 100 Women Business Leaders in 2019. For more than 25 years, she has launched a dozen successful businesses in the financial, education, and lifestyle sectors. Her unique vision and drive revolutionise the industry as...

Nyasha Gwatidzo was born in a rural village in Zimbabwe and came over to the UK in the 1970s. Nyasha is a distinguished businesswoman, social entrepreneur, and philanthropist who has, over a 30-year career, launched and built successful multi-million-pound businesses and social enterprises in the United Kingdom, generating a cumulative $130 million turnover. Nyasha is a qualified psychotherapist,...

Parham Parastaran discusses how personal growth is the key to growing and succeeding in business. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bjorn Oste, CEO of Good Idea Exited Dynasoft for More Than 10 Million Dollars. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Think long term and strategy building for a strong exit. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Chip Conley shares his inspiring journey of starting a company from scratch and eventually exiting for $10 million. Discover how Chip transformed inner-city motels into the second-largest chain of boutique hotels and helped guide the Founders of AirBnB to create the world’s most valuable lodging brand. About Chip Conley: Rebel hospitality entrepreneur and New York Times bestsellin...

Mike is the co-founder and CEO of FreshBooks, a provider of accounting software in the cloud for self-employed professionals. Built-in 2003 after he accidentally saved over an invoice, Mike spent 3.5 years growing FreshBooks from his parents’ basement. Since then, over 10 million people have used FreshBooks to save time billing and collect billions of dollars. What did Mike find didn’t work while...

Sabri Suby is a serial entrepreneur who runs Australia's fastest-growing end-to-end digital marketing agency. Having originally founded King Kong in 2014 from his bedroom, Sabri has bootstrapped his company since day one and in under five years has successfully built a team of 54 specialists now achieving $14 million+ in revenue. As a pioneer in the digital marketing arena, his business has impact...

Marx Acosta Marx Acosta is the founder of Onestop, a company that makes 30+ million dollars in annual revenues selling print cartridges. Marx dropped out of law school to become an entrepreneur. He is also an investor and consultant who shares his wisdom with other entrepreneurs to save them from falling into traps that might paralyse them and keep them from living the life they want to be living....

Sharran Srivatsaa Sharran Srivatsaa is the CEO of Kingston Lane, a push-button technology execution platform for real estate. Sharran is a serial entrepreneur, sought-after keynote speaker, and a respected thought-leadership resource for publications such as The Wall Street Journal, SUCCESS magazine, Huffington Post, and Forbes. What income range does Sharran have, and where does it come from? (2:...