Business Lunch

Roland Frasier
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How much more successful would you be if you had lunch once a week with an insanely successful entrepreneur who shared their biggest secrets on how they think and achieve success? Well, now you can! Grab your seat at the table as successful entrepreneurs reveal their step-by-step strategies, fascinating stories, travel hacks and other delicious tidbits each week with serial entrepreneur/business strategist, Roland Frasier.

  1. 12H AGO

    The Right Time to Hire a CEO: Secrets from Top Entrepreneurs

    In This Episode of Business Lunch: Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss explore the critical aspects of CEO succession, when to hire outside leadership, and how founders can maintain control and passion for their business as it scales. They share practical insights, real-world examples, and strategies to help entrepreneurs navigate growth without losing their vision. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates 02:51 The Role of CEO and Founder Dynamics 05:49 The Risks of Hiring a Professional CEO 09:06 Identifying the Right Time for Transition 11:53 The Importance of Vision and Narrative 14:50 Functional Leadership vs. Professional CEOs 17:46 Finding Joy in Entrepreneurship Again 23:27 Achieving Operational Happiness 24:43 The Importance of Taking a Vacation 25:55 Upgrading Your Company Operating System 27:23 Identifying Key Leadership Hires 29:52 Understanding Financial Health 31:51 Hiring the Right People 34:08 The Role of Operators in Business 39:02 Navigating Hiring Challenges 42:44 Maintaining the CEO Vision 44:50 Reframing Your CEO Role Connect with me on social: TikTok: Check out my TikTok HereInstagram: Check out my Instagram HereFacebook: Check out my Facebook HereLinkedIn: Check out my LinkedIn HereSubscribe to my YouTube 👉 Here Resources: • 7 Steps to Scalable workbook • Get my book, Zero Down, FREE Mentioned in this episode: Build Your CEO Dashboard Get one report every week of the key metrics you need to know with the CEO Dashboard! CEO Dashboard

    47 min

  2. FEB 26

    Defining the Health of Your Business

    In This Episode of Business Lunch: Ryan and Roland discuss the best indicator of a business’s overall health. Although having different ideas, the common thread is observing trend-based results rather than dated numbers. They also talk about the importance of deeply understanding the growth capacity of a business before acquiring it and achieving the balance of having free distributable cash and future investment in R&D. Chapters: 00:00 The Importance of Profitability Over Growth 03:09 Defining Business Health Metrics 06:00 Exploring Key Metrics: NPS and Revenue per Employee 08:51 The Case for Distributable Cash 12:10 Understanding Cash Flow and Business Health 14:48 The Shift Towards Profitability 17:55 Final Thoughts on Business Metrics Connect with me on social: TikTok: Check out my TikTok HereInstagram: Check out my Instagram HereFacebook: Check out my Facebook HereLinkedIn: Check out my LinkedIn HereSubscribe to my YouTube 👉 Here Resources: • 7 Steps to Scalable workbook • Get my book, Zero Down, FREE Mentioned in this episode: Build Your CEO Dashboard Get one report every week of the key metrics you need to know with the CEO Dashboard! CEO Dashboard

    21 min

  3. FEB 19

    The Smartest Businesses to Acquire Next

    In This Episode of Business Lunch: Roland Frasier breaks down simple, practical ways to grow by buying the right businesses. He explains the difference between horizontal integration (buying competitors to grow fast) and vertical integration (buying suppliers, distributors, affiliates, or outsourced partners to capture more profit). He also talks about using acquisitions to add recurring revenue and smooth out seasonal cash flow, plus how buying intellectual property can spark innovation and create a competitive edge. The core message: identify where money is leaking in your supply chain or distribution, find who owns it, and consider acquiring them. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 00:23 Vertical Integration Overview 00:47 Horizontal vs. Vertical Integration 01:31 Acquiring Suppliers and Manufacturers 04:30 Supply Chain Diversification 05:27 Acquiring Distributors and Retailers 06:44 Distribution for Digital Products 08:18 Recurring Revenue Strategy 09:27 Finding Recurring Revenue Opportunities 12:03 Intellectual Property Acquisitions 13:24 Benefits of IP Acquisition 14:01 Finding Intellectual Property 15:32 Conclusion 15:34 Outro Connect with me on social: TikTok: Check out my TikTok HereInstagram: Check out my Instagram HereFacebook: Check out my Facebook HereLinkedIn: Check out my LinkedIn HereSubscribe to my YouTube 👉 Here Resources: • 7 Steps to Scalable workbook • Get my book, Zero Down, FREE

    16 min

  4. FEB 12

    Amazon's Grocery Strategy: A New Direction

    In This Episode of Business Lunch: Roland Frasier and Richard Lindner discuss Amazon's recent strategic shift in the grocery sector, focusing on the closure of Amazon Fresh and Go stores while expanding Whole Foods. They explore the implications of this move, emphasizing the importance of market expansion and capital allocation. The discussion delves into how businesses can identify customer needs for expansion, the critical decision of whether to build or buy new capabilities, and the operational strategies necessary for successful growth. They also highlight the significance of understanding internal capacity when pursuing new opportunities. Chapters: 00:00 Amazon's Grocery Strategy Shift 03:03 Understanding Market Expansion and Capital Allocation 05:58 Identifying Customer Needs for Business Expansion 08:46 The Build vs. Buy Dilemma 12:10 Operationalizing Expansion Strategies 15:03 Evaluating Internal Capacity for Growth Connect with me on social: TikTok: Check out my TikTok HereInstagram: Check out my Instagram HereFacebook: Check out my Facebook HereLinkedIn: Check out my LinkedIn HereSubscribe to my YouTube 👉 Here Resources: • 7 Steps to Scalable workbook • Get my book, Zero Down, FREE Mentioned in this episode: Build Your CEO Dashboard Get one report every week of the key metrics you need to know with the CEO Dashboard! CEO Dashboard

    22 min

  5. FEB 5

    The Death of the Task Economy: A New Era

    In This Episode of Business Lunch: Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss discuss the evolving landscape of business in the age of AI, emphasizing the shift from task-oriented work to purpose driven services. They explore the implications of AI on job markets, the importance of customer experience, and strategies for business owners to adapt and thrive. The conversation highlights the need for businesses to focus on delivering value beyond mere tasks, ensuring they remain competitive in a rapidly changing environment. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to the Death of the Task Economy 01:51 The Shift from Task to Purpose 06:09 Understanding Jevons Paradox in AI 12:42 Qualitative vs Quantitative Work 20:47 Valuation and Purpose in Business 25:10 Transforming Services with Purpose 32:27 Customer Experience and the Future of Services Connect with me on social: TikTok: Check out my TikTok HereInstagram: Check out my Instagram HereFacebook: Check out my Facebook HereLinkedIn: Check out my LinkedIn HereSubscribe to my YouTube 👉 Here Resources: • 7 Steps to Scalable workbook • Get my book, Zero Down, FREE Mentioned in this episode: Build Your CEO Dashboard Get one report every week of the key metrics you need to know with the CEO Dashboard! CEO Dashboard

    41 min

  6. JAN 29

    Lessons from Failure: A Path to Growth

    In This Episode of Business Lunch: Ryan Deiss and Roland Frasier discuss the importance of reflecting on failures to extract valuable lessons for future growth. They emphasize the significance of distributions as a sign of a healthy business, the necessity of focusing on one task at a time, and the long-term value of content marketing. Additionally, they explore the mindset shift from viewing excuses as valid reasons to recognizing them as barriers to success. Chapters: 00:00 Reflecting on Failure and Growth 03:10 The Importance of Distributions in Business 06:06 Prioritizing Tasks and Focus 08:50 The Value of Compounding Content 11:56 Excuses vs. Reasons: A Mindset Shift Connect with me on social: TikTok: Check out my TikTok HereInstagram: Check out my Instagram HereFacebook: Check out my Facebook HereLinkedIn: Check out my LinkedIn HereSubscribe to my YouTube 👉 Here Resources: • 7 Steps to Scalable workbook • Get my book, Zero Down, FREE Mentioned in this episode: Build Your CEO Dashboard Get one report every week of the key metrics you need to know with the CEO Dashboard! CEO Dashboard

    22 min

  7. JAN 22

    Building Your Individual Empire: The New Entrepreneurial Shift

    In This Episode of Business Lunch: Ryan Deiss and Roland Frasier explore the evolving landscape of personal branding and entrepreneurship, focusing on the concept of the 'Individual Empire.' They discuss the shift from being a creator to building a sustainable business, the challenges of content creation, and the importance of team building. The conversation highlights the need for systems and processes to scale effectively and the potential for individual empires to be acquirable in the future. Ultimately, they emphasize that building a business around a personal brand requires careful architecture and planning to ensure longevity and success. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to the Individual Empire Concept 02:32 Defining Personal Brands vs. Individual Empires 07:35 The Transition from Media to Brand Ownership 12:39 Bottlenecks in Content Creation and Audience Growth 18:46 Building a Team for Sustainable Growth 22:41 The Role of Trust in Consumer Relationships 24:26 Valuation of Individual Empires vs. Brands 29:59 Best and Worst Case Scenarios for Creators 36:08 Final Thoughts on Building Sustainable Businesses Connect with me on social: TikTok: Check out my TikTok HereInstagram: Check out my Instagram HereFacebook: Check out my Facebook HereLinkedIn: Check out my LinkedIn HereSubscribe to my YouTube 👉 Here Resources: • 7 Steps to Scalable workbook • Get my book, Zero Down, FREE Mentioned in this episode: Build Your CEO Dashboard Get one report every week of the key metrics you need to know with the CEO Dashboard! CEO Dashboard

    40 min

  8. JAN 15

    Navigating the Challenges of 2025: AI as a Strategic Partner in Business

    In This Episode of Business Lunch: Roland Frasier and Richard Lindner reflect on the challenges and triumphs of 2025, discussing the importance of making tough decisions, the role of AI in business strategy, and the lessons learned for the upcoming year. They emphasize the need for operational excellence, strategic thinking, and the importance of aligning business practices with customer needs. Chapters: 00:00 New Beginnings: Reflections on 2025 02:58 Navigating Challenges: The Path to Q4 Success 05:54 AI in Business: Strategic Partnerships and Innovations 08:53 Building AI Agents: Transforming Business Operations 12:02 Lessons Learned: Adjustments and Realignments for 2026 14:52 Looking Ahead: Optimism and Opportunities for the New Year Connect with me on social: TikTok: Check out my TikTok HereInstagram: Check out my Instagram HereFacebook: Check out my Facebook HereLinkedIn: Check out my LinkedIn HereSubscribe to my YouTube 👉 Here Resources: • 7 Steps to Scalable workbook • Get my book, Zero Down, FREE Mentioned in this episode: Build Your CEO Dashboard Get one report every week of the key metrics you need to know with the CEO Dashboard! CEO Dashboard

    26 min
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How much more successful would you be if you had lunch once a week with an insanely successful entrepreneur who shared their biggest secrets on how they think and achieve success? Well, now you can! Grab your seat at the table as successful entrepreneurs reveal their step-by-step strategies, fascinating stories, travel hacks and other delicious tidbits each week with serial entrepreneur/business strategist, Roland Frasier.

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  • Creator
    Roland Frasier
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    210
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 Roland Frasier
  • Show Website
    Business Lunch

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