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KC Rossi is a Certified Business & Mindset Coach on a mission to help female entrepreneurs overcome mindset blocks and create thriving online businesses.In this interview, we discuss the Psychology behind KC's business decisions over the length of her career, and what she learned from burning out.00:00 - The Transformative Power of CBT05:01 - From Burnout to Breakthrough10:01 - Empowering Female Entrepreneurs14:52 - Overcoming Limiting Beliefs19:35 - Achieving Transformational Change24:24 - Therapy vs. Coaching29:33 - Effective Time Management and Productivity34:37 - The Shift from Consultant to Coach39:18 - Celebrating Successes and Handling Losses44:00 - Setting Boundaries48:58 - The Importance of Reflection54:01 - Continuous Learning👀 Check out the company:https://kcrossi.com✅ Subscribe if you liked this interview:https://youtube.com/@seanweisbrot🤝 Become a podcast sponsor:https://www.welivetobuild.com/sponsor📈 Hire Sean to consult your company:https://calendly.com/wltb/strategy#entrepreneurship #entrepreneur #psychology #business #startup #interview #podcast #welivetobuild

Glen Bhimani is the Owner and CEO of BPS Security, which provides elite security officers, as well as alarm systems and monitoring services.In this interview, we talk about the Psychology behind what drives him to be an entrepreneur and what helped him build a $4M ARR brand.00:00:00 - From No Salary to Growing a Multi-Million Dollar Security Company00:03:58 - Valuable Lessons from a Business Coach and Client Acquisition Strategies00:07:53 - Navigating Financial Challenges and the Impact of COVID-19 on Business00:11:56 - Anticipating Market Changes and Strategic Business Preparations00:15:49 - Streamlining Operations with Custom Software and Handling Personnel Issues00:19:42 - The Importance of Quality in Security Services and Employee Management00:23:35 - Personal Growth and Operational Changes for Better Business Management00:27:47 - Reinvesting Profits and the Joy of Overcoming Business Challenges00:32:08 - Revamping Brand Image and Leveraging Social Media for Business Growth00:36:04 - Adapting to Industry Standards and the Power of Effective Marketing00:40:11 - Balancing Work and Personal Life While Scaling a Security Business00:44:18 - Continuous Learning and Legal Considerations for Expanding into New Markets👀 Check out the company:https://bpsecuritysa.com✅ Subscribe if you liked this interview:https://youtube.com/@seanweisbrot🤝 Become a podcast sponsor:https://www.welivetobuild.com/sponsor📈 To hire Sean to consult your company:https://calendly.com/wltb/strategy#entrepreneurship #entrepreneur #psychology #business #startup #interview #podcast #welivetobuild

Cody Bramlett is the CEO of Science Natural Supplements, an ecommerce brand that earns 8 figures per year in revenue using 100% affiliate marketing.In this interview we talk about his Psychology, how he thinks about making money, why he does the business he does, how he has changed as a result of doing this business, and much more!00:00:00 - Entrepreneur and Owner of Science Natural Supplements00:05:09 - From Kettleball Gym to Supplement Empire: Cody's Business Journey00:10:05 - Navigating Supply Chain Challenges During the Pandemic00:15:28 - The Highs and Lows of Direct Marketing and E-commerce00:20:43 - Learning from an $850,000 Mistake in Credit Card Processing00:25:49 - Transitioning from Entrepreneur to CEO: A Leadership Evolution00:31:16 - Coaching in the Direct Marketing Space: Sharing Success Strategies00:36:28 - The Realities of Creating Passive Income Streams00:41:41 - Overcoming Imposter Syndrome as a Growing Entrepreneur00:47:08 - Building Effective Teams and Setting Clear Company Visions00:52:12 - The Importance of Empowering Your Team for Business Growth00:57:12 - Mastering Business Finances and Learning to Delegate👀 Check out the company:https://supplementmillionaire.com✅ Subscribe if you liked this interview:https://youtube.com/@seanweisbrot🤝 Become a podcast sponsor:https://www.welivetobuild.com/sponsor📈 To hire Sean to consult your company:https://calendly.com/wltb/strategy#entrepreneurship #entrepreneur #psychology #business #startup #interview #podcast #welivetobuild

Julian Torres Gomez is the Founder and CEO of Ontop, a global payroll service provider focused on removing friction between having a globalized team and being able to pay them on time.In this interview, we talk about creativity, meditation, travel, and how all these things combine to make us better leaders.00:00:00 - The Intersection of Creativity, Spirituality, and Business00:04:32 - Exploring Buddhism and Meditation for Entrepreneurs00:09:08 - Harnessing the Power of Meditation in Creative Processes00:13:23 - Cultivating a Non-Judgmental Mindset for Business Growth00:17:34 - Embracing Failure and Cultivating a Growth Mindset00:21:32 - Balancing Discipline with Freedom in Entrepreneurship00:25:38 - Managing Stress and Anxiety Through Mindfulness Practices00:29:59 - Finding Meaning and Purpose Beyond Business Success00:34:20 - Creative Expression as a Remedy for Anxiety and Stress00:38:37 - Unlocking Creativity by Embracing Imperfection and Experimentation00:43:05 - Channeling Trapped Energy into Productive Creative Outlets00:46:54 - The Art of Wu Wei: Acting Without Interference👀 Check out the company:https://getontop.com✅ Subscribe if you liked this interview:https://youtube.com/@seanweisbrot 🤝 Become a podcast sponsor:https://www.welivetobuild.com/sponsor📈 To hire Sean to consult your company:https://calendly.com/wltb/strategy#entrepreneurship #entrepreneur #psychology #business #startup #interview #podcast #welivetobuild

Sam Sherman is the Co-founder of Socium Media, a direct response digital marketing agency serving 8+ figure brands.In this interview we talk about how being married and becoming a father changed how he sees himself and his role within his company, as well as why he chose to focus on ecom and what it's like working with large brands.00:00 - Starting an E-com Focused Digital Marketing Agency03:32 - Employee Benefits07:04 - Balancing Financial Decisions10:43 - Building a Referral-Based Clientele14:24 - Niche Focus vs. Broad Service 18:03 - Adapting to Changes21:49 - Leveraging Meta's Advantage Plus Campaigns25:00 - Human Connection vs Algorithmic Advertising28:15 - Technical Expert to Leadership Roles31:30 - Profit First vs. Investor Pressure35:15 - VC Funding to Valuing Privacy40:12 - Value of Mentorship👀 Check out the company:https://sociummedia.com✅ Subscribe if you liked this interview:https://youtube.com/@seanweisbrot 🤝 Become a podcast sponsor:https://www.welivetobuild.com/sponsor📈 To hire Sean to consult your company:https://calendly.com/wltb/strategy#entrepreneurship #entrepreneur #psychology #business #startup #interview #podcast #welivetobuild

Tom Rutledge is the Founder of RDMS, a consulting firm that focuses on restaurant operators. In this interview, we talk about franchising, small businesses, how difficult restaurants can be to manage, and much more. 00:00 - Insights from a Hospitality Group Owner03:26 - Franchising in Hospitality06:57 - Small Business Accounting10:11 - Building a Business Foundation13:36 - Reality of Contractual Obligations16:57 - Understanding Franchise Costs and Marketing Spend20:05 - The Challenges of Operating a Franchise23:29 - Restaurant Management Agreements26:40 - Accounting as a Tool for Growth30:00 - Building Relationships in Business33:08 - Time Management and Accountability36:06 - Maintaining Work-Life Balance👀 Check out the company:https://rdmsgroup.com✅ Subscribe if you liked this interview:https://youtube.com/@seanweisbrot🤝 Become a podcast sponsor:https://www.welivetobuild.com/sponsor📈 Hire Sean to consult your company:https://calendly.com/wltb/strategy#entrepreneurship #entrepreneur #psychology #business #startup #interview #podcast #welivetobuild

Kyle Kuderewski is the Operations Manager of Webstreet, an Empire Flippers offshoot that allows investors to purchase shares in private web-based entities such as e-commerce, SaaS, and service agencies, and actively manages the portfolio until an exit. In this interview, we talk about how Webstreet functions, becoming an angel investor, the different kinds of investments that exist, and much more. 00:00 - Fractional Investing03:20 - SPV and LLC Investment Models06:58 - Investor Incentives10:25 - Strategic Financial Management13:47 - Diversifying Portfolio17:04 - Opportunities in E-commerce and Content Marketing20:23 - Digital Real Estate Investments23:55 - Who Invests in Online Businesses?27:08 - The Role of Operators30:26 - Maximizing Value through Private Exits33:25 - Due Diligence36:21 - Designing a Life You Enjoy Through Smart Investing👀 Check out the company:https://webstreet.co✅ Subscribe if you liked this interview:https://youtube.com/@seanweisbrot🤝 Become a podcast sponsor:https://www.welivetobuild.com/sponsor📈 Hire Sean to consult your company:https://calendly.com/wltb/strategy#entrepreneurship #entrepreneur #psychology #business #startup #interview #podcast #welivetobuild

Yasir Drabu is the founder and CEO of Taazaa Inc, a custom software development firm. In this interview, we talk about the desire for humans to make things better and why that is, and what drives us to build companies, and much more. 00:00 - Religion and Society in Shaping a Better World03:39 - Personal Philosophy07:26 - Ethical Considerations11:05 - Software that Solves Real Problems14:40 - College Projects to Life-Saving Medical Software18:07 - Family Values and Entrepreneurial Spirit21:55 - AI and Quantum Computing25:55 - Climate Change and Clean Energy29:42 - Dystopian Potential of AI33:34 - Parenting and Work-Life Balance37:22 - Meditation and Mindfulness41:16 - Honesty, Respect, and Resilience👀 Check out the company:https://taazaa.com✅ Subscribe if you liked this interview:https://youtube.com/@seanweisbrot🤝 Become a podcast sponsor:https://www.welivetobuild.com/sponsor📈 Hire Sean to consult your company:https://calendly.com/wltb/strategy#entrepreneurship #entrepreneur #psychology #business #startup #interview #podcast #welivetobuild

Vikram Saxena is the founder of BetterCommerce, an all-in-one, scalable, and reliable cloud-based ecommerce platform designed for small to medium businesses. We talked about why entrepreneurs feel the need to leave the world better than how we found it. 00:00 - Meaningful Relationships in Adulthood03:32 - Questioning Work-Life Balance07:11 - From Salary to Learning and Growth10:57 - Tough Childhood to CEO14:24 - People Over Profit17:42 - Considering the Sale of a Business and Its Impact20:55 - Prestige of Industry Lists24:20 - Running a Family Business27:47 - Balancing Customer Satisfaction with Employee Well-being31:09 - Empathy and Quality Relationships34:32 - Overcoming Hardship38:01 - Finding Happiness👀 Check out the company:https://bettercommerce.com✅ Subscribe if you liked this interview:https://youtube.com/@seanweisbrot🤝 Become a podcast sponsor:https://www.welivetobuild.com/sponsor📈 Hire Sean to consult your company:https://calendly.com/wltb/strategy#entrepreneurship #entrepreneur #psychology #business #startup #interview #podcast #welivetobuild