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As your business grows, what worked before won't always work anymore. This is where business adaptability becomes crucial. Entrepreneurs need to be ready to change and update their strategies and processes, ensuring they can keep pace with their business's growth. Having been through growing and selling his own company, Feras Alhlou knows firsthand the importance of adapting and evolving to meet the changing business environment. Today, he joins us to talk about the power of resilience, the art of delegation, and the strategic use of technology to streamline operations.
About Feras Alhlou
Feras Alhlou is a seasoned entrepreneur with a golden touch for growing businesses from the ground up. He's taken companies from zero revenue to impressive 7 and 8 figures, showcasing his skills in Silicon Valley and beyond. In 2019 he sold his previous company, e-Nor, his digital marketing consultancy, to dentsu, a leading global media company. 

Now he uses his passion for sharing his knowledge in his current project, Start Up With Feras, guiding new entrepreneurs to make good, informed decisions about business. Besides his business acumen, Feras has a lifelong commitment to nonprofit organizations. Fun fact, he also holds a 3rd-degree black belt in Aikido!
Key Insights:
Embrace change. As your business grows, what used to work might not cut it anymore. Learn to stay flexible and change your game plan as you go, which ensures that you're always moving forward, not just treading water. (04:41)Delegate to elevate. Trying to do everything yourself can hold your business back. By handing off tasks to others, you free up your time to focus on big-picture strategies and growth and your business can grow more smoothly and faster. (09:23)Implement goal-oriented frameworks. Frameworks like OKRs help everyone on your team pull in the same direction toward shared goals. This organized approach makes your team more efficient and effective, leading to faster progress and better results. (11:38)Cultivate an open and honest work environment. Building a business where everyone feels free to share their thoughts and ideas creates a strong, united team. This leads to better decision-making, happier employees, and a more adaptable company. (15:47)Stay ahead with technology and trends. Staying updated on what’s happening in your (and other industries) allows you to spot and seize opportunities that others might miss. (22:52)
Feras’s best advice for entrepreneurs:
“Success is also when you're making it big and you're profitable, and you share it with your team, those who have helped you grow the business.” (31:29)Get a free 30-minute session with Feras 
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When it comes to continuous improvement methods, there’s no one better than Justin Breen, founder of BrEpic Network, to talk about the best tools for slow but steady personal and professional growth. In this conversation, he shares his best pracices, from strength assessments to pattern recognition, that have shaped his entrepreneurial journey and also helped numerous businesses thrive in competitive landscapes.
About Justin Breen
Justin Breen is the dynamic force behind BrEpic Network, a cutting-edge public relations firm that connects and elevates visionary entrepreneurs and brands. Justin's unique approach to business and life has been shaped by his experiences as a top-tier journalist, acclaimed author, and relentless innovator. His books, "Epic Business" and "Epic Life," have inspired countless individuals to pursue greatness through simplicity, focus, and a relentless commitment to improvement.
Beyond his professional accolades, Justin is a sought-after international speaker known for his compelling insights into the power of networking, storytelling, and mindset. He has a knack for distilling complex concepts into actionable steps that anyone can follow to achieve their fullest potential.
Key Insights:
Play to your strengths. Operating in your zone of genius results in higher productivity and a greater quality of work. Once you pinpoint your innate strengths, prioritize tasks that align with them and strategically delegate the rest. This boosts overall team efficiency and allows everyone to work in their areas of expertise. (06:45)Transform weaknesses into opportunities. What you’ve considered your weaknesses can be used as learning moments and give you new ideas for growth, like a new market niche, a unique product feature, or an innovative service model that sets you apart from the competition. (12:02)Win the right game. Take time to reflect on what success truly means to you. Then, create your own success metrics based on your values and goals. For instance, if community impact is vital to you, measure success by the difference you make in other people's lives rather than just your profits. (18:05)Be your own leader first. Before leading others, ensure you are effectively leading your own life. This includes maintaining a healthy work-life balance, nurturing personal relationships, and committing to personal growth and self-improvement. (22:29)Work on your mindset. The right mindset attracts the right network and invites new opportunities. Develop and nurture a growth mindset to set the stage for positive outcomes and the right opportunities that resonate deeply with your aspirations. (41:44)
Justin’s best advice for entrepreneurs:
“If you have the right mindset, it attracts the right network, and then that network creates the right opportunities for you.” (42:01)Get Justin’s Map of EQ and IQ
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Most entrepreneurs aim to increase productivity. Yet, we often fall for unsustainable practices that promise quick results but falter in the long run. To help you overcome it, the biohacking expert Tanessa Shears, introduces a game-changing approach. As a productivity coach and health consultant, she’s mastered the art of sustainable self-improvement. In this episode, she and A.J. dive deep into the secrets to making small, impactful changes that will help you boost your daily output and significantly enhance your quality of life for the long haul.
About Tanessa Shears
Tanessa Shears is a visionary in the field of health optimization for increased productivity. With a background in biohacking and health science, she has dedicated her career to helping entrepreneurs and busy professionals fine-tune their health so they can unlock their true potential. 
Through her “Becoming Limitless” podcast and comprehensive coaching programs, Tanessa demystifies the biohacking process and provides practical, actionable guidance for those looking to elevate their productivity without sacrificing their well-being.

Key Insights:
Prioritize your health for optimal performance. Your physical and mental health are the foundations of your productivity. Make time for regular exercise, adequate sleep, and nutritional foods to ensure your performance is peak. When you're in good health, you're more focused, energized, and ready to tackle any challenge your business may face. Healthy entrepreneurs foster healthy businesses. (03:51)Create sustainable practices that work for you. Avoid the allure of quick fixes because they’re not sustainable; instead, focus on practices you can maintain over the long term. As an entrepreneur, maintaining sustainable practices means you will be better equipped to manage the constant change and challenges that come with running a business, leading to improved personal resilience and long-term business success. (10:49)Find the root cause of your productivity blocks. Identify underlying issues—whether they’re emotional, environmental, or related to your health—and tackle them head-on. For instance, this might mean decluttering your workspace or addressing time management problems. This is how you can significantly enhance your efficiency and effectiveness, creating a smoother path toward achieving your goals and supporting sustainable growth. (18:35)Be consistent. Consistency breeds habit. Choose your productivity strategies and stick with them. It’s consistency, not intensity, that leads to enduring changes and improvements in your work output and quality. (20:26)Take care of your brain. Invest in activities that sharpen your cognitive abilities because, as an entrepreneur, you rely heavily on your mental acuity for decision-making, problem-solving, and vision-setting. You can do this by taking breaks to avoid burnout or learning new skills to stimulate the brain. (26:54)Learn to recognize your limits. Pushing beyond your limits can lead to burnout because it exhausts your mental and physical stamina, which are critical for maintaining the consistent and high-level performance required in entrepreneurship. Learn to set boundaries for your work and respect your need for rest and recreation. It's crucial to understand that taking a break or saying no can actually increase productivity in the long run. (30:38)
Tanessa’s best advice for entrepreneurs:
“I want to know that when I look back on this entrepreneurial journey, that I felt great the whole time, and I wasn't putting off my life, my energy, and my health for some arbitrary goal that I kept pushing into the future.” (04:28)Connect with Tanessa:
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Discover the fascinating journey of Kanessa Muluneh as she navigates the complexities of entering and thriving in African markets with her brand Mulu. Gain insights into her innovative strategies, challenges faced, and the unique opportunities presented by this vibrant market. Don't miss this enlightening discussion on expanding business horizons!
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Standing out in business isn’t just about what you sell but how you create customer value. Rylee Meek, the seasoned entrepreneur from King's Council, knows this all too well. Today, he joins A.J. to discuss his strategies for maximizing customer value, making a real difference for your customers, and operating within your intended purpose. 
About Rylee Meek
Rylee Meek is an acclaimed entrepreneur and business advisor known for his expertise in sales conversions and innovative business approach. He made a name for himself by changing how marketing is done, especially through dinner seminars and direct mail, a method called the Social Dynamic Selling System. This system uses a personal touch and ensures people find value in the products they buy. He’s also the host of King's Council Coaching, which helps people level up in faith, business, and life.
Over the years, Rylee has helped many businesses connect better with their customers and increase sales. Today, he is a popular speaker and consultant, offering valuable advice to businesses on how to grow and be more effective in selling their products.
Key Insights:
Create value, extract, repeat. Building value for your customers is a two-way street. First, make something valuable that your customers will really like. Then, once they love it, find a way for it to benefit you too. For example, you can implement a subscription model for your service to ensure steady revenue or, if you have a product, encourage happy customers to spread the word. It's important to keep repeating this process, constantly creating and sharing value in this beneficial cycle. (02:47)   Figure out what your customers want. Spend time understanding exactly what makes your customers happy. The better you know what they want, the easier it will be to provide it. Use market research, customer feedback, surveys, and data analysis to uncover your customers' desires and keep those insights front and center of your strategy. (12:20)Get creative. Don't be afraid to think outside the box when making your products or services. Embrace brainstorming sessions, encourage creative thinking in your team, and don't shy away from unconventional ideas. This kind of creativity can help you maximize customer value and can lead to unique, stand-out products that capture their attention. (21:27)Find your purpose. Knowing why you're doing what you're doing is super important for both your business and life. It’s your purpose that will keep you going when things get tough and help guide your decisions. When you align your actions with your purpose, you're more likely to lead a life filled with passion, achievement, and fulfillment. (42:41)Never stop growing. There’s always room to get better. Keep learning, adapting, and growing. The world changes fast, and staying ahead means constantly improving what you do and how you do it. A growth mindset opens you to unlimited potential, leading to a more impactful life and business. (49:21)
Rylee’s best advice for entrepreneurs:
“It's so fun to just build things for the benefit of others and then get rewarded for it. That's the beauty of this entrepreneurship journey.” (03:08)Get “Food for Thought” by Rylee Meek
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Discover how leveraging AI can revolutionize productivity, streamline tasks, and empower entrepreneurs to scale their businesses effectively. Tune in to explore the transformative potential of AI in simplifying operations and driving sustainable growth.
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