Mike Michalowicz

Entrepreneurship Simplified

Business EN ↓ 29 episodes

When you run your own business, it can feel like your business is running you (ruining you?). Mike Michalowicz, coined the Patron Saint of Entrepreneurs by Simon Sinek, is offering up Entrepreneurship Simplified, making good on his personal promise to eradicate entrepreneurial poverty, one conversation at a time.

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Mike Michalowicz

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How Profit First Transforms Bookkeeping: Insights from Billie Anne Grigg 04.11.2025 16:21

RESOURCES: Profit First Professionals Profit First by Mike Michalowicz CONNECT WITH MIKE: Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://amzn.to/3A1tuJ5 Socials: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemichalowicz/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mikemichalowicz YouTube: https:/...

How to Fix Broken Marketing Strategies in the Age of AI — with Sara Nay 21.10.2025 16:25

RESOURCES: Unchained: Breaking Free from Broken Marketing Models Available now on Amazon or at unchainedmodel.com On the book’s site, there is an Unchained Resource Assets / Marketing Toolkit containing 48 downloadable worksheets and templates (e.g. empathy maps, content maps, metrics trackers) tied to each chapter. unchainedmodel.com Duct Tape Marketing by John Jantsch CONNECT WITH MIKE: Mike Mic...

Behind the Books: The Personal Side of Mike Michalowicz 19.08.2025 42:17

RESOURCES: Dale Carnegie Course : Dale Carnegie Training Dave Ramsey : Dave Ramsey CONNECT WITH MIKE: Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://amzn.to/3A1tuJ5 Socials: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemichalowicz/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mikemichalowicz Yo...

Visionaries & Integrators: The Hidden Dynamic That Builds Great Businesses 12.08.2025 36:07

RESOURCES: Prosper Group – Greg Eckler and Mike’s investment company that focuses on turning around distressed businesses. Duct Tape Marketing by John Jantsch CONNECT WITH MIKE: Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://amzn.to/3A1tuJ5 Socials: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin....

Stop Serving the Wrong Clients: The Pumpkin Plan Strategy with Donna Leyens 15.07.2025 27:32

RESOURCES: Pumpkin Plan Your Biz (Official Website) Home of the strategist certification program, client resources, and free tools. https://pumpkinplanyourbiz.com Pumpkin Plan Strategist Certification A hands-on certification program for business coaches and consultants ready to deliver results with a proven system. Become a Strategist Pumpkin Plan Booster Pack (Free Download) Get started with...

Coaching That Works: Donna Leyens on How the Pumpkin Plan Transforms Clients — and Coaches 01.07.2025 32:48

Clockwork, Continuity & the Four-Week Vacation (Part 2 with Adrienne Dorison) 03.06.2025 30:06

RESOURCES: Run Like Clockwork Adrienne Dorison co-founded Run Like Clockwork alongside author, Mike Michalowicz, to help entrepreneurs design a business that can run itself. Clockwork by Mike Michalowicz Scar Tissue by Melissa Dlugolecki joinfractionalcoo.com -A website dedicated to learning more about the fractional COO model, which helps small businesses optimize operations and reduce depe...

Designing a Business to Run Like Clockwork: Adrienne Dorison on Operational Efficiency and Freedom 06.05.2025 28:53

RESOURCES: Run Like Clockwork Adrienne Dorison co-founded Run Like Clockwork alongside author, Mike Michalowicz, to help entrepreneurs design a business that can run itself. Clockwork by Mike Michalowicz joinfractionalcoo.com -A website dedicated to learning more about the fractional COO model, which helps small businesses optimize operations and reduce dependency on the business owner’s dir...

Beyond Hiring: Retaining 5-Star Employees & Upping Your Team’s Game with Danielle Mulvey (Part 2) 22.04.2025 21:13

RESOURCES: The All In Company _ Danielle Mulvey’s company. Explore tools, programs, and support for building a five-star team based on Mike’s book. Hair Is On Fire Workshop Danielle's intensive workshop for business owners who urgently need to hire with clarity and confidence. 👉 https://www.hairsonfire.com All In Community App Available on both the Apple App Store and Google Play, this app offe...

Revolutionizing Hiring with Danielle Mulvey: The 5-Star Employee Hiring System Approach to Building Your Dream Team 15.04.2025 28:52

RESOURCES: The All In Company -Danielle Mulvey’s company, based on Mike Michalowicz's book All In , that specializes in transforming hiring processes using the 5-Star Employee Hiring System. All In by Mike Michalowicz CONNECT WITH MIKE: Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://amzn.to/3A1tuJ5 Socials: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/ FB: https://www.facebo...

Introducing The Money Habit: Personal Finance Tips from Mike Michalowicz 25.03.2025 40:59

CONNECT WITH MIKE: Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://amzn.to/3A1tuJ5 The Money Habit by Mike Michalowicz *Formerly called "Made for Money," as mentioned in this episode The Millionaire Next Door by Thomas J. Stanley and William D. Danko Get Good with Money by Tiffany Aliche Socials: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMic...

Identifying and Serving Your Ideal Customer: Building a Business That Truly Connects 18.03.2025 41:52

RESOURCES: Mike Michalowicz - The Pumpkin Plan Work with a Pumpkin Plan Strategist Donald Miller – Known for Building a StoryBrand and other books on marketing and business storytelling. His work focuses on clarifying messaging to connect with customers. The Savannah Bananas – A unique, fan-first baseball team that has redefined entertainment and customer engagement in sports. Their business mode...

Fix This Next: Identifying the Next Right Step in Your Business 25.02.2025 41:09

SOURCES: Fix This Next by Mike Michalowicz The Tipping Point by Malcolm Gladwell CONNECT WITH MIKE: Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://amzn.to/3A1tuJ5 Socials: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemichalowicz/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mikemichalowicz YouTub...

Small Business Stories: Entrepreneurial Lessons from Mike Michalowicz 18.02.2025 39:20

RESOURCES: " Revenge of the Tipping Point " by Malcolm Gladwell " Rework " by Jason Fried & David Heinemeier Hansson CONNECT WITH MIKE: Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://amzn.to/3A1tuJ5 Socials: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemichalowicz/ TikTok: https://...

The Power of Masterminds: How Entrepreneurs Unlock Success Through Collaboration 04.02.2025 40:04

RESOURCES: EO (Entrepreneurs' Organization) – A global network for entrepreneurs offering resources, networking, and mastermind groups. YPO (Young Presidents' Organization) – An international community of young business leaders, offering mastermind-style groups and personal development opportunities. The Edison Collective – A facilitated mastermind group focused on entrepreneurship, innovation,...

From Failure to Fortune: Lessons from Visionaries Who Redefined Success 21.01.2025 39:30

RESOURCES: Rejection Proof by Jia Jiang Jia Jiang's inspiring account of how he intentionally exposed himself to rejection to build resilience and embrace failure. CONNECT WITH MIKE: Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://amzn.to/3A1tuJ5 Socials: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/ LinkedIn: https://www.link...

Business Lessons from Taylor Swift: Data, Resilience, and Building a Loyal Community 24.12.2024 52:36

RESOURCES: Taylor Swift's Website: https://www.taylorswift.com/ CONNECT WITH MIKE: Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://amzn.to/3A1tuJ5 Socials: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemichalowicz/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mikemichalowicz YouTube: https://www.yo...

Master the Mic: Proven Tips for Powerful Public Speaking 17.12.2024 59:33

RESOURCES: The E-Myth Revisited by Michael E. Gerber Simon Sinek Toastmasters John Bates Fundamentals of Voice and Articulation by Lyle V. Mayer Vinh Giang Don't Belive Everything You Think by Joseph Nguyen Jesse Cole and the Savannah Bananas Bob Burg Joey Coleman Don Miller CONNECT WITH MIKE: Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://amzn.to/3A1tuJ5 Socials: IG: https://ww...

Mental Health Tools Every Entrepreneur Needs to Know 10.12.2024 49:54

RESOURCES: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (U.S.): 988 or 1-800-273-TALK (8255) Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 Psychology Today (online database for finding therapists) Books Mentioned: The Miracle of Mindfulness by Thich Nhat Hanh The Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod CONNECT WITH MIKE: Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://amzn.to/3A1tuJ5 Socials: IG: https...

The Power of Team Retreats: Unlocking Creativity, Connection, and Growth 03.12.2024 36:32

RESOURCES: Mike Michalowicz - All In CONNECT WITH MIKE: Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://amzn.to/3A1tuJ5 Socials: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemichalowicz/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mikemichalowicz YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MikeMichalowiczO...

Hospitality Lessons for Life: How Service, Mindset, and Energy Transform Success 26.11.2024 43:35

RESOURCES: The Energy Bus by Jon Gordon Leaders Eat Last by Simon Sinek Unreasonable Hospitality by Will Guidara The Magic Castle Hotel: Profit First Professionals CONNECT WITH MIKE: Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://amzn.to/3A1tuJ5 Socials: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/ LinkedIn: https://www....

Grow Your Business by Firing Bad Clients and Nurturing the Best 19.11.2024 44:00

Episode Notes RESOURCES: Mike Michalowicz - The Pumpkin Plan Work with a Pumpkin Plan Strategist Mike Michalowicz - Profit First My Money Bunnies Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://amzn.to/3A1tuJ5 Socials: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemichalowicz/ TikTok:...

Mastering Your Niche: Unleashing Business Growth through Your Area of Innovation 12.11.2024 47:59

RESOURCES: Mike Michalowicz - The Pumpkin Plan Work with a Pumpkin Plan Strategist AJ Jacobs - The Year of Living Biblically Donald Miller - Business Made Simple CONNECT WITH MIKE: Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://amzn.to/3A1tuJ5 Socials: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/ LinkedIn: https://www.lin...

Why You Should Listen 06.11.2024 5:15

CONNECT WITH MIKE: Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://amzn.to/3A1tuJ5 Socials: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemichalowicz/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mikemichalowicz YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MikeMichalowiczOfficial

Entrepreneurial Mindset: The Key to Starting and Growing a Successful Business 05.11.2024 41:10

RESOURCES: AJ Jacobs' Books – Specifically, The Year of Living Biblically and The Year of Living Constitutionally . Profit First Professionals CONNECT WITH MIKE: Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://amzn.to/3A1tuJ5 Socials: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike...