Business Lunch

Roland Frasier
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Business Lunch

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. 1D AGO

    Kicking the Hornet's Nest: Controversial Business Advice

    Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! Today, Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss dive into a viral social media post about management strategies that sparked unexpected controversy. If you're an entrepreneur, business owner, or manager looking to understand how to handle viral content and leverage audience reactions, this episode is for you. Highlights: "Love me, hate me. Both are fine. Just pay attention in some way, shape or form." "The world is lacking people with a truly unique point of view who are willing to defend it." "If you're an entrepreneur, you are your company's best spokesperson." "Attention is what everyone wants." Timestamps: 00:00 Introducing the Viral Post 01:33 Ryan's Newsletter and Content Strategy 03:43 Viral Reach and Initial Reactions 06:12 Unpacking the Controversial Management Advice 10:29 Strategies for Handling Online Criticism 12:56 The Power of Standing by Your Unique Perspective 17:42 Personal Reflections on Viral Content 22:16 Marketing and Content Recycling Strategies 27:16 Leveraging Attention and Audience Feedback 35:24 Final Insights on Entrepreneurial Communication CONNECT  • Ask Roland a question HERE. RESOURCES: • 7 Steps to Scalable workbook  • Get my book, Zero Down, FREE To learn more about Roland Frasier 👉  https://msha.ke/rolandfrasier/ Connect with me on social: 🎵 TikTok:  / rolandfrasier    📸  Instagram:  / rolandfrasier   📱 Facebook:a...

    42 min

  2. APR 10

    The Entrepreneur's Path to Financial Freedom

    Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! Roland Frasier and Ryan Diess dive into the fastest ways entrepreneurs can build wealth, focusing on strategic investments in existing, profitable businesses. They explore how to accelerate financial independence through smart, calculated business acquisitions. Highlights: "Let's make active investing cool again." "If you're looking to retire in 15 years, here's how to do it." "The best investment is going into a business that already exists with a proven track record." "You can buy a $6.2 million business with only $125,000 out of pocket." Timestamps: 00:00 Weather Banter and Personal Introductions 03:42 Disclaimer: Not Financial Advice 05:56 Basic Investment Strategies for Wage Earners 09:05 Entrepreneurial Investment Approach 12:21 Running the Numbers on Business Investments 20:50 Minority vs. Majority Business Investments 22:23 Ideal Characteristics of Business Partners 25:28 Strategies for Buying Out Burnt-Out Business Owners 27:16 Leveraging SBA Loans with Minimal Cash 29:43 The Most Effective Path to Financial Independence CONNECT  • Ask Roland a question HERE. RESOURCES: • 7 Steps to Scalable workbook  • Get my book, Zero Down, FREE To learn more about Roland Frasier 👉  https://msha.ke/rolandfrasier/ Connect with me on social: 🎵 TikTok:  / rolandfrasier    📸  Instagram:  / rolandfrasier   📱 Facebook:a...

    33 min

  3. APR 9

    Why Your Business Can’t Scale Without the Right COO & CFO

    Welcome to another episode of Business Lunch! In today’s episode, Roland dives into one of the biggest reasons businesses fail to scale: hiring the wrong operators or not hiring them at all. He breaks down the key differences between COOs and CFOs, why founders are often terrible at operations, and how to stop building your company on a house of cards. If you’ve ever struggled with finance, HR, or finding someone who can truly run the day-to-day operations, this episode is for you. Highlights: “The COO role is the most misunderstood position in the company.” “If you don’t have great HR, you don’t have a great company.” “Finance is the GPS of your business. Without it, you’re driving blind.” “Hiring a fractional CFO before you need one is like turning on headlights before it gets dark—it keeps you safe.” Timestamps: 00:00 The Operational Blind Spot 01:38 COO vs. Integrator vs. Operator 04:57 The Real Job of a COO 07:21 Why Founders Suck at Ops 09:14 The CFO as Business Strategist 12:06 HR: The Most Undervalued Department 14:43 Don’t Wait to Hire a Fractional CFO 17:50 Delegation vs Abdication 19:46 How to Audit Your Org Chart 22:10 Final Thoughts on Scaling Smarter CONNECT  • Ask Roland a question HERE. RESOURCES: • 7 Steps to Scalable workbook  • Get my book, Zero Down, FREE To learn more about Roland Frasier 👉  https://msha.ke/rolandfrasier/ Connect with me on social: 🎵 TikTok:  / rolandfrasier    📸  Instagram:  / rolandfrasier   📱 Facebook:a...

    48 min

  4. APR 4

    Surviving the AI Revolution: Turning Headwinds into Opportunities

    Welcome to another episode of Business Lunch! Hosts Ryan Deiss and Roland Frasier dive deep into the current business landscape, exploring how entrepreneurs can navigate economic challenges using strategic thinking and AI technologies. Today's episode offers practical advice for businesses facing uncertain times. Highlights: "Keep rowing. We've got to stay in the game." "AI is the motor that can propel businesses through this season." "Don't build a new boat, optimize the one you have." "If you do not embrace computing, the internet, AI, you will find yourself obsolete." Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 01:02 Flight Delay Experiences 02:50 Business Downturn Discussion 04:47 Entrepreneurial Survival Strategies 07:39 Avoiding Business Mistakes 12:00 Real-World Business Challenges 16:44 Leveraging AI for Efficiency 22:47 Reducing Client Workload with AI 27:39 How to Create GPTs 36:40 The Importance of Technical Adaptation CONNECT  • Ask Roland a question HERE. RESOURCES: • 7 Steps to Scalable workbook  • Get my book, Zero Down, FREE To learn more about Roland Frasier 👉  https://msha.ke/rolandfrasier/ Connect with me on social: 🎵 TikTok:  / rolandfrasier    📸  Instagram:  / rolandfrasier   📱 Facebook:a...

    44 min

  5. APR 1

    Navigating Trump’s Tariffs: The Art of Negotiation in a Changing Global Market

    Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! Join Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss as they discuss tariffs as an opportunity, not a challenge, exploring how businesses can transform potential economic challenges into strategic opportunities. This episode provides a comprehensive guide to navigating trade complexities, offering practical strategies for entrepreneurs to adapt, innovate, and thrive in an uncertain global marketplace. Highlights: "Don't let a good crisis go to waste." "Friction creates opportunities." "This is your competitive moment." "Sometimes better terms are more valuable than better rates." Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 01:13 Personal Updates and Podcast Setup 02:22 Initial Tariff Conversation Begins 12:34 Impact on Digital Marketing Agencies 15:12 Supply Chain Redundancy Challenges 22:56 Tariff Engineering Strategies 27:50 Lessons from Pandemic and Economic Changes 30:40 Joint Ventures and Local Production 33:27 Marketing Bundling Techniques 41:12 Final Advice and Entrepreneurial Mindset CONNECT  • Ask Roland a question HERE. RESOURCES: • 7 Steps to Scalable workbook  • Get my book, Zero Down, FREE To learn more about Roland Frasier 👉  https://msha.ke/rolandfrasier/ Connect with me on social: 🎵 TikTok:  / rolandfrasier    📸  Instagram:  / rolandfrasier   📱 Facebook:a...

    44 min

  6. MAR 28

    The Newsletter Apocalypse: Survival Strategies for Content Creators

    Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss dive deep into the changing landscape of media, newsletters, and information consumption. They analyze a recent article about the newsletter era, discussing how AI, unique perspectives, and audience-centric approaches are reshaping how we consume and create content. The episode explores the challenges facing media businesses, the role of AI in content curation, and strategies for creating valuable, irreplaceable content. Highlights: "Create content that somebody doesn't want summarized because they want your point of view." "If you can be summarized, you're pretty commoditized." "We're getting away from the branded house into hyper-specific, hyper-individualized content." "Nobody really wants to learn how to do something anymore; they just want it done." "Define yourself by the audience you serve, not the products you sell." Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction  03:26 The Newsletter Era: A Media Transformation 07:38 Challenges in Current Media Consumption 11:49 The Rise of AI and Content Curation 15:12 The Importance of Personality in Media 19:25 Protecting Your Content in the AI Age 22:09 Beyond Email: Owning Multiple Communication Channels 25:08 Creating Irreplaceable, Unmissable Content 27:27 Levels of Information Consumption 29:45 Future of Media and Audience Engagement CONNECT  • Ask Roland a question HERE. RESOURCES: • 7 Steps to Scalable workbook  • Get my book, Zero Down, FREE To learn more about Roland Frasier 👉  https://msha.ke/rolandfrasier/ Connect with me on social: 🎵 TikTok:  / rolandfrasier    📸  Instagram:  a...

    33 min

  7. MAR 26

    Branding in the AI Era: Beyond Features and Benefits

    Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! Today, Roland and Ryan discuss the changing landscape of marketing and branding. In this episode, they explore how businesses can create meaningful connections with customers in an era of AI, economic uncertainty, and information overload. Learn why having a unique point of view and emotional resonance is more critical than ever for brand success. Highlights: "We are still going to do business with the brands that we know the most, that we like the most, that we trust the most." "The tragic error that so many companies make is that they try to speak to everyone, and therefore speak to no one." "Direct experience which informs a unique point of view shared by a worthy messenger." "The highest and best use of a CEO at scale is being a spokesperson for their brand." Timestamps: 00:26 Introduction 5:35 The Power of Experiential Marketing  6:43 Challenges in Modern Marketing  10:58 Changing Economic Landscape 14:16 Impact of Government Spending 16:38 Technological Disruption 22:26 Addiction and Consumer Behavior 28:45 Creating a Unique Brand Point of View 32:24 The End of Mass Market Brands 41:24 Elements of a Great Brand 43:44 Emotional Essence in Branding CONNECT  • Ask Roland a question HERE. RESOURCES: • 7 Steps to Scalable workbook  • Get my book, Zero Down, FREE To learn more about Roland Frasier 👉  https://msha.ke/rolandfrasier/ Connect with me on social: 🎵 TikTok:  / rolandfrasier    📸  Instagram:  / rolandfrasier   📱 Facebook:a...

    46 min

  8. MAR 12

    Micro Ownership: A New Way to Motivate Employees

    Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! In this episode, hosts Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss explore an innovative "micro ownership" concept that allows teams to bid on improving specific business metrics. The strategy aims to inject entrepreneurial spirit into organizations by giving teams the opportunity to take ownership of key performance indicators, with potential financial rewards tied to their success. Highlights: "We wish that our employees acted more like owners." "It's designed to create this result." "Identify three to five key metrics that directly impact profit." "How do we inject some entrepreneurial life into companies?" Timestamps: 00:00 Introducing Micro Ownership 03:07 Discussing the Founders' Board Member's Idea 06:11 Employees Acting Like Owners 07:26 Identifying Profit-Impacting Metrics 10:15 Initial Thoughts and Potential Challenges 12:20 Developing a Bidding Mechanism 14:21 Bonus Distribution and Team Incentives 17:47 Potential Consequences for Not Meeting Goals 19:24 Maintaining Entrepreneurial Spirit in Growing Companies CONNECT  • Ask Roland a question HERE. RESOURCES: • 7 Steps to Scalable workbook  • Get my book, Zero Down, FREE To learn more about Roland Frasier 👉  https://msha.ke/rolandfrasier/ Connect with me on social: 🎵 TikTok:  / rolandfrasier    📸  Instagram:  / rolandfrasier   📱 Facebook:a...

    24 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
    2018 - 2025
  • Episodes
    205
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2025 Roland Frasier
  • Show Website
    Business Lunch

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