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Wisdom, stories, and advice from successful entrepreneurs and inspirational people. Hosted by Chris Kiefer.

The Pursuit of Purpose Chris Kiefer

    • Business
    • 4.9 • 19 Ratings

Wisdom, stories, and advice from successful entrepreneurs and inspirational people. Hosted by Chris Kiefer.

    136 Scale Your Painting Business: Strategy, Tech, & Mindset w/ Jason Paris

    136 Scale Your Painting Business: Strategy, Tech, & Mindset w/ Jason Paris

    Join me, Chris Kiefer, and Jason Paris for a dynamic conversation spanning quirky business card titles, family values, and strategic investments. Explore the transformative impact of technology, like the Apple watch and estimating software, on the painting industry. Delve into the ethos of Aleph Holdings, a company dedicated to overcoming financial fears and elevating painting companies into valuable assets. Gain valuable insights into business scaling, infrastructure development, and the importance of aligning incentives. Plus, discover our favorite literary picks and movies. Don't miss out—let's dive in together! 🎨



    Book Recommendations:


    Dune by Frank Herbert
    Foundation Series Books 1-7 by Isaac Asimov
    Ecclesiastes

    Movie Recommendations:


    Playtime Directed by Jacques Tati



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    • 44 min
    135 Sparks Weekend, Entrepreneurship in Spokane, Angel Investing w/ Tom Simpson

    135 Sparks Weekend, Entrepreneurship in Spokane, Angel Investing w/ Tom Simpson

    I had an awesome conversation with Tom Simpson, a true force in the Spokane startup scene. We talked about how entrepreneurship creates thriving communities, the surprising ways the pandemic BOOSTED Spokane's growth, and why some startups fail while others succeed. Tom even shared his secret "Robin Test" to judge a founder's character! If you're building a business or just curious about the world of startups, this one's for you.

    Book Recommendations:


    Zero to One: by Peter Thiel
    Shoe Dog by Phil Knight
    The Boys in the Boat by Daniel James Brown



    Movie Recommendations:


    Folk Hero & Funny Guy Directed by Jeff Grace



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    • 50 min
    134 Leadership, Legacy, and Animated Storybooks: A Chat w/ Joey Jenkins

    134 Leadership, Legacy, and Animated Storybooks: A Chat w/ Joey Jenkins

    Hey everyone, I'm Chris Kiefer! In this episode, I sit down with Joey Jenkins, the CEO of VOOX. We dive into Joey's innovative approach of turning traditional children's books into animated storybooks, his partnerships with big names like Verizon and Netflix, and his inspiring work with incarcerated youth. We also chat about his non-profit ventures in Haiti, leadership tactics, and personal goal-setting methods. Join us for a fascinating conversation filled with insights on leadership, accountability, and personal growth! 🎙️

    Movie Recommendations:


    Developing The Leaders Around You by John Maxwell
    Becoming a Coaching Leader by Daniel S. Harkavy
    Getting Things Done by David Allen



    Movie Recommendations:


    Braveheart Directed by Mel Gibson



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    • 44 min
    The Future of Business: Scaling, Technology, and AI (A Special Episode)

    The Future of Business: Scaling, Technology, and AI (A Special Episode)

    At the 2024 NCG - Grand Summit - Tech Presentation, I, Chris Kiefer, a tech expert, will be unveiling the paramount significance of clean data for businesses seeking to seamlessly integrate AI and niche technology. Join me for an immersive journey into the future of business tech, where I'll delve into valuable insights and real-world examples. Prepare to glean strategies on optimizing your tech stack and navigating the burgeoning landscape of AI innovation.

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    • 57 min
    133 Why Generic Software is Hurting Your Painting Biz w/ Michael Fortinberry

    133 Why Generic Software is Hurting Your Painting Biz w/ Michael Fortinberry

    In our "Pursuit of Purpose" podcast, Michael Fortenberry and I discuss the benefits of niche-specific software for painting companies, advocating for verticalized tools over all-in-one solutions. We propose an open API for seamless integration and personalized review requests to optimize productivity. Michael highlights the importance of a performance-based tracking system and suggests a unique pay structure to incentivize accountability and quality. Join us as we explore these strategies for enhancing operations on the podcast!

    Book Recommendations:


    Re-Imagine! by Tom Peters
    Mornings on Horseback by David McCullough
    Moby Dick by Herman Melville



    Movie Recommendations


    Sicario



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    • 45 min
    132 Marketing, leads & sales baby 😎 w/ Lucas Jensen

    132 Marketing, leads & sales baby 😎 w/ Lucas Jensen

    🎨 Join me, Chris Kiefer, as I chat with Lucas Jensen about Forward Media Marketing! 🚀 Lucas shares his journey, targeting gyms initially but finding success with painting contractors. Discover the art of timing in marketing, challenges in the painting industry, and the impact of personalized ads. We discuss the mindset shift from scarcity to abundance, choosing a marketing agency based on trust, and the pricing formula for Hormozy.
    Book Recommendations:


    Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill
    The 5am Club by Robin Sharma
    $100M Offers by Alex Hormozi



    Movie Recommendations:


    Wolf of Wall Street



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    • 37 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
19 Ratings

19 Ratings

Andersonthemanserson ,

Made me weep

Can’t ask for much more than that. Thanks for bearing yourself Kiefer. Grateful that you are doing this work.

Peter Ryland ,

Great discussions!

Really been enjoying Chris’ great convos with very interesting guests. Covers a wide range of topics but goes deep also!!!

Keep ‘em coming!

DanielMcD100 ,

Great podcasts, learn a lot

Learn a lot listening to the wisdom and stories that successful entrepreneurs always seem to have with this podcast hosted by Chris Kiefer. Whether you’re looking for ideas to better your business, or more in the mood to listen to some funny honest stories from all sorts of people this pods got the goods.

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