The Void

The Void

Business EN ↓ 251 episodes

Welcome to The Void. We are a show dedicated to filling the void between being an employee and becoming self-employed, between working for somebody else and working for yourself. We're going to be bringing on some guests that are fairly new into their self-employment journey, but that are in greatly different fields than we're in, so we can dive in and discuss the struggles that they faced and how they overcame those to help inspire and encourage you guys to do it as well

Author

The Void

Category

Business

Podcast website

mitchsmedley.com

Latest episode

Jul 10, 2026

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Episodes

The Void #101 – Invest in Yourself 13.07.2023

In this episode, we talk about our upcoming Trade Wins event and the speakers. We then talk about the importance of investing in yourself and your business. We then finish off with great practical advice for how to upgrade your life. For more info on our event in Kansas City on August 12th, click the link below. We can't wait to see you! https://tradewinsconsulting.com/events If you have questions...

The Void #100 – 4th of July, Chat Bubble, They’ll Never Think Like You 07.07.2023

In this episode, we talk about celebrating the 4th of July and just how great our country is! Mitch had friends in from Canada and we discuss the current differences between American and Canadian Politics. Mitch talks about a newer marketing endeavor with chat bubbles. We then finish off the episode with how mindsets between employee and employer differ. For more info on our event in Kansas City o...

The Void #99 – Ocean Gate, Trollers be Trollin’, How to Train Your Guys Twice as Fast 29.06.2023

In this episode, we talk about the submarine incident that led to the deaths of 5 people. We then talk about how people respond to successful people whether they realize it or not. Then we top everything off by discussing a great method to train your people twice as fast. For more info on our event in Kansas City on August 12th, click the link below. We can't wait to see you! https://tradewinscons...

The Void #98 – Be Careful How You Treat People, Stop Assuming the Worst 22.06.2023

In this episode, we talk about making sure you treat people with respect because you never know who may be watching. We share another story from the field from Andrew. Lastly, We discuss why assuming the worst can be detrimental to you and your business. If you have questions you’d like us to answer, please feel free to email them to AskMitch@MitchSmedley.com Thanks for listening and thanks for sh...

The Void #97 – Digital Marketing Vs. Word of Mouth Referral 15.06.2023

In this episode, we discuss the enormous topic of Digital Marketing versus traditional marking of word of mouth. We discuss the pros and cons of each and at what point you should think about adopting the digital landscape of digital marketing. We also share a really funny story from the field. If you have questions you’d like us to answer, please feel free to email them to AskMitch@MitchSmedley.co...

The Void #96 – Mitch’s Trip, Trade Wins, F*ck Your Excuses 08.06.2023

In this episode, we talk about Mitch’s Hilarious trip to Dallas. We also take time to discuss some great things happening with Trade Wins and how we are achieving what we set out to do. We lastly talk about not lying to yourself in order to finally achieve your goal and get yourself to where you want to be. If you have questions you’d like us to answer, please feel free to email them to AskMitch@M...

The Void #95 – Target, Compensation, 4 Levels 05.06.2023

In this episode, we talk about the latest controversy about surrounding Target and their divisive marketing decision. We then talk about the different ways that employees can be compensated. Lastly, we discuss the 4 levels of business and what to work on when you’re in each of them. If you have questions you’d like us to answer, please feel free to email them to AskMitch@MitchSmedley.com Thanks fo...

The Void #94 – The Flop GOAT, Not Every Customer is Your Customer, CLCA 25.05.2023

In this episode, we discuss Lebron James and his latest flop. We then discuss customers and how you cannot be all things to all people; You need to build your business around your customer. Lastly we discuss the acronym CLCA, what it means and how to navigate it. If you have questions you’d like us to answer, please feel free to email them to AskMitch@MitchSmedley.com Thanks for listening and than...

The Void #93 – Don’t be a B*tch, Your Turn to Pop, How Many Days Do You Have Left? 18.05.2023

In this episode, we talk about Mitch’s experience traveling to Million Dollar Mastermind and the emotions he dealt with after not winning a video contest. We then talk about the misconceptions that involve what people see when someone else’s career is blooming; They’re not always playing 4D chess. Lastly we talk about living intentionally and coming to terms with how much time you have left. If yo...

The Void #92 – Politics Starts Too Early, How to be Smart with Your Marketing Dollars, “I Don’t Have Time” 11.05.2023

In this episode, we talk about gas cars vs electric cars, as they both have their draw and a social impact on society. We then talk about how to be smart with your marketing dollars and if it may even be worth it for you to invest in it for your business. We finally talk about the age old phrase, “I don’t have time.” What people really mean by that is “I don’t want to.” We discuss it more in depth...

The Void #91 – Know Your Customers, Stop Bashing Your Customers, Finding your Purpose 04.05.2023

In this episode, We talk about the importance of knowing your customers and how it can directly relate to your success;’ Don’t alienate your customers! Mitch shares a personal story about a friend on facebook who is bashing his own customers for not knowing proper technical jargon and being outright rude. We then talk about finding your purpose and give extra attention to the one man band business...

The Void #90 – Tucker and Don, Transactional vs. Relational Sales, Know Your Numbers 01.05.2023

In this episode, we talk about Tucker Carlson and Don Lemon and the odd timing of them both parting ways from their respective news outlets. We then talk about what you can do to make sure your business stays relational and keeps from getting sucked into transactional based sales. Lastly, we finish out by talking about the importance of knowing your numbers and what it means to the success of your...

The Void #89 – Forced Racism, Tools for your Employee’s, Saying “YES” 21.04.2023

In this episode, we discuss the latest news/ media propaganda push of forced racism. Is Andrew really a staunch racist or is he just a little mentally not there? Who knows yet, there’s no video, so we’ll all just have to wait and see. We also discuss how we handle providing tools to our employees and learning to say “YES” more to opportunities with unknown benefit or outcome. If you have questions...

The Void #88 – Blue Checks, Lawsuit to 5-Star Review, Solutions NOT Problems 13.04.2023

Do blue check marks matter? In this Episode we talk about what it really means to have a blue check mark. Mitch tells a story about how he turned a possible lawsuit into a 5-star review. And we finish off the episode with how you can approach your boss or superior with solutions and not problems; making yourself useful, vs. BECOMING the problem. If you have questions you’d like us to answer, pleas...

The Void #87 – Boycott What? Figure Your Own Sh*t Out, Buying Local 06.04.2023

In this episode we talk about why boycotts are kind of a waste in the grand scheme of things. We also talk about learning to provide for yourself and keep from exploiting weaponized incompetence whether it’s intentional or accidental. Lastly, we discuss our distaste for the impulsion from society to “Buy Local.” When does it actually make sense to buy local? If you have questions you’d like us to...

The Void #86 – Free Ice Cream, Moment of Truth, Accidental Narcissism 30.03.2023

In this episode, Mitch and Dave talk about the moment of truth when deciding to finally pull the trigger to start your new business. This journey plagues more people than you might think. It originates from thinking that you need to be 100% ready to start a business, but evolves into you getting cold feet and not starting your business. We discuss President Biden’s awful response to the shooting i...

The Void #85 – Arrest Developments, Cold DM’s, Cut It Out! 23.03.2023

In this episode, Mitch and Dave talk about the ways to overcome difficult toxic situations. This journey plagues more people than you might think. It originates from letting behaviors go unchecked, but evolves into you having to decide whether or not you will cut ties with people who are holding you down; Even if they’re your own family. We address the alleged pre-arrest of Donald Trump and we tal...

The Void #84 – Banks on the Rocks, Elusiveness of Success, and Just Do It 18.03.2023

In this episode, Mitch and Dave talk about the elusiveness of success. This journey plagues more people than you might think. It originates from the wrong mindset of what success is, but evolves into you feeling empty when your success starts to materialize. Success has more to do with getting used to living a lifestyle that you’ve worked so hard to build. This typically begins before you started...

The Void #83 – Imposter Syndrome and Success Guilt 11.03.2023

In this episode, Mitch and Dave talk about Imposter Syndrome and Success Guilt. Imposter syndrome plagues more people than you might think. It originates from low self esteem but evolves into feeling like a fraud when your dreams start to materialize. Success guilt has more to do with getting used to living a lifestyle that you’ve worked so hard to build. This typically begins before you started y...

The Void #82 – How Late is Too Late? New Construction in Business 03.03.2023

In this episode, Mitch and Dave talk about how late is too late to start a business and how just a few loud voices can make you think we’re heading down a wrong path. We also discuss how you navigate the new construction scene will help ensure that you have plenty of work for years to come. Success comes from putting in the effort on the days where you it seems difficult. You’re not alone in your...

The Void #81 – The Wussification of America, Why you should always do quality work, and wanting to QUIT  24.02.2023

In this episode, Mitch and Dave talk about the wussification of America and how just a few loud voices can make you think we’re heading down a wrong path. We also discuss how your commitment to doing quality work will help ensure that you have plenty of work for years to come. Finally we discuss how often we want to quit. Some people might get confused that we are machines with our work ethic but...

The Void #80 – Conspiracy, Pricing and Profit, and Hiring 16.02.2023

In this episode, Mitch and Dave talk about a few popular conspiracies floating around this week. Some from the NFL and a few from the recent UFO’s that have been shot down. We also talk about pricing and profit and what you should be looking for. This one can be tough to discuss on a podcast because every business is so different. But we give you some basic parameters. Finally we talk about what y...

The Void #79 – China Balloon, Preventing Price Objections and Trade Wins 10.02.2023

In this episode, Mitch and Dave talk about the the hub bub surrounding the recent China Spy Balloon. It’s kind of fun to drop back to our old Beyond the Void show days for a minute. We also talk about how to handle price objections. We give you 5 proven methods to get your customers to stop trying to haggle and to agree to your price at your value level. Finally, we talk to you about an awesome ne...

The Void #78 – AFC & NFC Championships, ChatGPT, and Building People Up 02.02.2023

In this episode, Mitch and Dave talk about the AFC and NFC Conference Championships from this past week. We also talk about ChatGPT and how it can be used. We also talk about where it came from and where it’s going. Finally, we talk about the importance of building people up instead of tearing them down. Especially when you are given the opportunity to do either. If you have questions you’d like u...

The Void #77 – Scarcity Mindset vs. Abundance Mindset 27.01.2023

In this episode, Mitch and Dave talk about the differences between a Scarcity Mindset and an Abundance Mindset. Learning which you have and which you want will make a huge difference on the outcome of your life. Scarcity minds think there is a limited supply of success. They think successful people are somehow taking away from those who are less successful. Abundance thinkers know there is plenty...

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