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S2E123 Getting Your Business in Order

Season 2, Ep. 123

Because they can struggle to get organized, many small business owners suffer with a constant sense of being behind. In this episode, Brian shares the five elements that entrepreneurs and small business owners can use to create more structure, eliminate overwhelm and succeed at the highest levels.

 

YOU WILL LEARN:

·     Why business goals must be specific.

·     How to track production stats.

·     How a good coach can help.   

 

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:


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Centering Prayer

 

S2E55, Breaking the Ice – an Interview with Wim Hof

 

S2E107, Invest Like a Billionaire with David Rubenstein

 

NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:

 

“It's very easy for the business to own us, instead of us owning the business.” – Brian Buffini

 

“People with goals succeed because they know where they're going.” – Earl Nightingale

 

“You don't get paid for the hour, you get paid for the value you bring to the hour.” – Jim Rohn

 

“What gets measured, gets managed.” – Peter Drucker

 

“Know your hourly worth.” – Brian Buffini

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