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126: #126 The one thing that took my business from a $350k a year stressfest to a scalable business ready to grow
The shift was the moment we stopped pointing fingers and started taking the blame for things going wrong within our business. Instead of texting the employees the night before about their shift we scheduled them out a week in advance. Even if we...
Episode 7: How Self Storage Investing Works
In this podcast for real estate investors, we dive into Nick’s self storage business and what it takes when owning a self storage facility.
118: #118 Local SEO for your service business with Kevin Graham - Part 1
Kevin Graham, the SEO master and founder of sitearrow.com joins us on the podcast today to talk about local search engine optimization and how to get found on Google.
I just spent $400K on a domain name. Here's why:
We spent $400K to buy Somewhere.com Here's why: Big news: I recently acquired controlling interest in Somewhere.com and raised $20 million to make it happen. We have changed the name of the company from Support Shepherd to Somewhere . I now own a web domain that was more expensive than the house I am living in.[...]
The power of big businesses (and why you shouldn't stay small forever)
Don't take this email the wrong way. I love a small businesses with less than 10 employees. They are nimble. They can move quickly. They can adjust. They can do things that don't scale and they can grow. And they are exceptional opportunities for aspiring entrepreneurs. But big businesses (50+ employees) have a[...]
Cargo van buying guide
Ford E Series vans are amazing assets and can be purchased used very affordably. We got our first van on craigslist in 2011 for $1500. Vans that we purchased 5 years ago for less than $4k are still going strong today. We now spend around $5,000 to $7,500 to get a presentable and very reliable van. Do whatever[...]
Get out of the weeds or your business will break!
Quick note before we dive in: I'm hosting a bunch of free online workshops over the next few weeks. 3 big ones coming up: ​ June 17th - Real Estate Private Equity & Management Structure (Tomorrow at 11am EST) ​ June 17th - Golden Handcuffs & How to Make Sure Your Top People Never Leave (Tomorrow at 2pm EST) ​[...]
An interview with a self storage operator who sold his portfolio for $1.5 BILLION
I attended RE-convene in Los Angeles in September hosted by Moses Kagan . 280 real estate investors were in attendance. And we're not talking about your local realtor or mortgage banker - we're talking about folks with $100m real estate portfolios who are deep in the business of managing risk and acquiring real[...]
How to handle (or avoid being) a crappy boss and three free online workshops
If you’re pissed off with a co-workers performance or the management style of a boss you have two options: 1) blab around the office and complain about it. 2) go to your boss and discuss it. #1 wont change anything and will likely get you fired. #2 probably won’t change anything but at least you’ll learn if you[...]
357: How do you know if you are working smart or working hard
There is a difference. One makes you successful and earns you a lot of money - and one ends in frustration and doesn't produce results.   Join me, Barrett, and Simon for a workshop on how to get found on Google with SEO. We’re going to cover...
Why the first hire is the hardest
Before we dive in: If you don’t have a personal assistant, YOU ARE THE ASSISTANT. Did you know you can hire the air-traffic-controller of your life and business for as low as $1,200 per month? Manage your inbox, do tasks inside your business, schedule your meetings and travel, manage your Airbnb, or any host of[...]
283: How do you know if you are working smart or working hard?
There is a difference. One makes you successful and earns you a lot of money - and one ends in frustration and doesn't produce results.   Check the show notes here: Join our Real Estate community: Special thanks to the sponsor: We have a...
395: 395: 8 Minutes of Rapid Fire Questions & Answers
Here’s a clip from a podcast that I did last year. I talk about building businesses, various challenges, what I’d do with more cash, productivity hacks, what traits you need to be successful, and more.   Thanks for listening!   Like this...
135: #135 How to start a gym and become the best version of yourself with Kieth Keppner
Coach Keppner runs a successful boxing gym in Athens GA and is also host of the Coach Keppner Show on a local radio station. In this episode he shares his story along with his principles and self help concepts that guide him towards a successful life.
237: 237. Business Brainstorm - lawn care, Christmas lights, locksmith
Nick, Dan and Max discuss business ideas and how you can start them.
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