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Fifteen Minute Fridays episode #57 Ken Rusk.

Watch the full episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/3J0Kbh25Lmo


Embracing intrapreneurship within a company’s structure has numerous benefits. It drives professional success and enriches our lives with comfort, peace, and freedom.

In today’s episode, we dive into the insightful wisdom of Ken Rusk, renowned author of “Blue-Collar Cash” and President of Rusk Industries. He shares invaluable wisdom gained from his journey, starting as a humble ditch digger and rising to entrepreneurial success without a college degree.

His mantra, “You can’t get what your company wants or needs until everybody in that company gets what they want first,” sets the stage for our profound exploration into the dynamics of business success.

Ken sheds light on the detrimental impact of ego in hindering the progress of business owners and emphasizes the concept of intrapreneurship, highlighting its pivotal role in fostering innovation and growth within a company.

Additionally, Ken outlines practical strategies for effectively managing intrapreneurs and cultivating an environment where innovation flourishes. Finally, we discuss ways to ensure that your company is always winning and explore the characteristics of a poorly run company.

Quote Of The Day:
“You can’t get what your company wants or needs, nor can you get what you want for yourself until everybody in that company gets what they want first.” ~Ken Rusk

Timestamp:
[01:35] Ken Rusk’s bio
[02:16] What Ken has learned from Paychex founder Tom Golisano
[03:41] Quote of the day:  “You can’t get what your company wants or needs, nor can you get what you want for yourself until everybody in that company gets what they want first.” ~Ken Rusk
[04:32] How the ego of business owners impedes their progress
[05:36] What are intrapreneurs, and how do they help you build your company?
[07:41] Why intrapreneurship is good for your company and how to manage intrapreneurs effectively
[09:09] Ways to ensure that your company is winning
[10:32] Characteristics of a poorly run company
[13:00] Integration assignment
[14:24] How to get in touch with Ken Rusk
Website: http://www.kenrusk.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/KenRuskOfficial
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kenrusk.official
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KenRuskOfficial
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kenruskofficial/

Key Takeaways:  
• “You can’t get what your company wants or needs, nor can you get what you want for yourself until everybody in that company gets what they want first.” ~Ken Rusk [03:41]
• Businesses are linear entities: there is input, there is work, and then there is output. As an owner or business manager, you are always on the output side. Therefore, for you to succeed in the end, a lot of great things must happen in the beginning. [03:52]
• “When everybody is winning the whole company wins.” ~Ben Albert [09:02]
• “A true entrepreneur is a leader.” ~Ken Rusk [09:31]
• When many people win within your company, there is more fun, more synergy, and less stress. [09:49]

Integration Assignment: 
1. Find a quiet space. Get out your crayons and poster board.
2. Draw your favorite house, car, vacation spot, hobby, spiritual moment, health moment, and pet. Be sure to include vivid details, making your drawings as colorful and concise as possible.
3. Envision living that ideal life.
4. Next, display your creation on the wall.
5. Embark on interviews at various places and share your vision, asking, “Can I fulfill these goals through your organization?”
6. Pay close attention to the responses you get. If they show genuine interest in your success, you’ve likely found the right place to be.

People Mentioned and Other Resources:
1. Tom Golisano
2. Blue-Collar Cash: https://bit.ly/3UuYbO4
3. Built, Not Born: https://bit.ly/4d7xIgN

Keep In Touch with Ken Rusk:
Website: http://www.kenrusk.com/

Fifteen Minute Fridays episode #56 Nigel Thomas.

In this episode, we delve into the transformative journey of Nigel Thomas. He shares the profound backstory of what led him to the brink of suicide, offering listeners a glimpse into the darkest moments of his life.

Discover what compelled him to change his decision to commit suicide and how he is rebuilding and documenting his comeback through his newsletter named ‘David to Goliath.’ Moreover, he sheds light on the significance behind naming his newsletter ‘David to Goliath’ and reveals the power of conviction and resilience.

Gain invaluable insights as Nigel shares his advice for those navigating through their own darkest moments. Drawing from his own experiences, Nigel underscores the importance of silencing the inner voice of the victim that tells us we’re not good enough and stops us from achieving what we want. He encourages listeners to cultivate self-belief and embrace discomfort to strengthen the champion within them.

Quote Of The Day:
“One man with conviction will overwhelm a hundred who have only opinions.” ~Winston Churchill
 
Timestamp:
[01:02] Introduction to the show
[02:04] Quote of the day: “One man with conviction will overwhelm a hundred who have only opinions.” ~Winston Churchill 
[03:59] The backstory of what led Nigel Thomas to nearly commit suicide
[05:10] What made Nigel change his decision to commit suicide?
[05:46] Why he decided to name his newsletter ‘David to Goliath’ where he documents his comeback
[07:20] Nigel’s advice to anyone currently in a dark place
[10:11] His newsletter: David to Goliath
[11:29] Subscribe to the newsletter: https://davidtogoliath.com/
[12:36] Integration assignment
[14:45] Best way to reach out to Nigel Thomas
Website: https://davidtogoliath.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nigelthomas-ai/

Key Takeaways:  
• “One man with conviction will overwhelm a hundred who have only opinions.” ~Winston Churchill [02:04]
• We all have that inner voice of the victim that tells us we’re not good enough, that listens to external opinions, and that stops us from achieving what we want. [07:34] 
• The more you do uncomfortable things, the stronger the champion within you becomes  [07:52]
• “No one is going to believe in you for you.” ~Nigel Thomas [08:27] 
• If you listen to podcasts and motivational content online without changing your behavior, you will remain in the same place. [08:30]
• Everyone has a dream future and a vision board of success, but that is not within your control. What is in your control today are the actions you take to reach those dream outcomes. [12:44]

Integration Assignment: 
Start making inputs toward your dream outcome, track your progress, measure your inputs, and then course-correct as needed.
 
People Mentioned and Other Resources:
1. Winston Churchill
2. José Mourinho
 
Keep In Touch with Nigel Thomas:
Website: https://davidtogoliath.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nigelthomas-ai/
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AB²C Lunch Break Live – Resilience and Risk (LIVE ON LINKEDIN)

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Christine Smith: www.linkedin.com/in/christinesmith34/
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Much emphasis has been placed on physical fitness, teaching us the importance of caring for our bodies through practices like proper nutrition. However, just as we possess only one body, we also have one mind; therefore, prioritizing mental fitness alongside physical fitness is crucial.
 
In this episode, Ben Albert sits down with Jill Peterson, the Founder and Chief Growth Strategist at Clover Insights. Additionally, Jill is a PQ coach for the Positive Intelligence program. She delves into the transformative concept of mental fitness and defines it as our capacity to handle life’s challenges from a place of positivity rather than negativity.
 
As the episode unfolds, she unravels the significance of mental fitness, highlighting its profound impact in unlocking our full potential, fostering happiness, nurturing relationships, enhancing communication skills, and boosting productivity.
 
Tune in to discover how to assess your mental fitness level and explore the inner workings of the judge and saboteurs within us. Moreover, you will gain valuable insights into where to begin your journey of conquering these saboteurs.
 
Finally, Jill takes the listeners through an intro to the Positive Intelligence program, shedding light on how the program equips individuals with the tools to combat their inner saboteurs effectively. Furthermore, she highlights how the Positive Intelligence program impacts our goals.
  
During this episode, you will learn about:
[01:06] Know our guest Jill Peterson
[01:40] What Clover Insights focuses on
[02:50] The importance of investing in people
[04:22] What is mental fitness?
[05:10] The judge within ourselves
[06:36] The significance of mental fitness
[07:28] How to determine your mental fitness
[08:58] How the judge and saboteurs within us are created
[11:44] Can you display all the nine types of Saboteurs that are associated with the judge?
[12:57] Where should one begin to change their Saboteurs?
[14:24] The PQ reps and how they disrupt our inner saboteur
[16:41] The Positive Intelligence program
[21:02] The role of peer support and accountability in ensuring the success of the Positive Intelligence program
[28:28] How the Positive Intelligence program impacts our goals
[29:36] How to connect and learn more from Jill
Website: www.findyourclover.com
[29:42] Get a 20% discount for the program. Code: Mention Ben Albert
[31:00] Rapid Fire Round
[36:47] What Jill is currently working on in 2024 and how to support her
[37:59] Website: www.findyourclover.com
(Grab the 20% discount for the program by mentioning Ben Albert sent you)
 
Key Takeaways:  
• “A team is only as good as its people.” ~Jill Peterson [01:52] 
• When people feel valued and appreciated, they are motivated to work harder for you, ultimately contributing to your greater success. [02:50] 
• “Mental fitness is our capacity to be able to handle life’s challenges from a place of positivity rather than negativity.” ~Jill Peterson [04:22]
• “Our mental fitness impacts others.” ~Jill Peterson [06:30]
• Having good mental fitness enables you to achieve your greatest potential, experience greater happiness, cultivate better relationships, communicate effectively, and become more productive.  [06:35]
• To change our habits, we need to establish new neural pathways. This can be accomplished by maintaining consistency and engaging in practices such as meditation. [13:24]
• You can choose not to be stressed about something. [23:43]
• Negative emotions hold us back, pushing us to operate from a place of fear. Conversely, positive emotions encourage us to strive for success and pursue our goals, regardless of the outcome. [24:51]

Keep In Touch with Jill Peterson:
Website: https://findyourclover.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clover.insights/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cloverinsightsllc
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/clover-insights-llc/

AB²C Lunch Break Live – Question (LIVE ON LINKEDIN)

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Brandon Eastman: www.linkedin.com/in/brandonseastman/
Christine Smith: www.linkedin.com/in/christinesmith34/
Ben Albert: https://www.linkedin.com/in/realbenalbert/
Andrew Biernat: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewjbiernat/
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Learn Speak Teach Episode #99 with Michael Sartain.

Full show notes at: https://realbusinessconnections.com/podcast/michaelsartain/ 

Watch the episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/1nOpxniFD3Q 


During this episode, you will learn about:
[02:24] Favorite guests Michael Sartain has interviewed on The Michael Sartain Podcast
[03:31] Michael’s opinions regarding individuals who pretend to be affluent and successful
[06:59] Why the world promotes wrong social skills
[09:05] The difference between genuinely wealthy individuals and those who merely feign wealth
[13:53] Why Michael created the Men of Action (MOA) mentoring program
[16:16] Why men comprise the majority in self-help communities
[21:55] Men of Action (MOA) mentoring course: https://www.moamentoring.com/
[24:34] Michael’s advice for individuals who are aware of what they ought to do but struggle to take action
[28:07] How to deal with failure
[32:59] The significance of mentors
[35:24] The importance of gratitude in life
[37:02] How embracing gratitude has changed Michael’s life
[39:53] Why you should focus on taking only one mastermind at a time
[43:13] Scaling your business by hiring people to reclaim your time
[46:14] Connect and learn more from Michael Sartain
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelsartain
Website: https://www.moamentoring.com/
Join the Men of Action forum: https://www.skool.com/men-of-action-free
To join the Men of Action team, kindly apply at: https://www.moamentoring.com/jobs
[48:56] The misconceptions people have about Michael Sartain

Key Takeaways:  
• Due to the predominance of online interactions today, people aren’t learning social skills in the same way as previous generations. [07:08] 
• Every man is born with a burden of performance. [17:09]
• “You will be paid in linear proportion to the complexity of the problem you solve.” ~Elon Musk [18:41]
• When you solve problems, you will naturally feel better about yourself. [26:05]
• The knowledge, insights, and experiences left unshared when we die become wasted. [32:24]
• When you start following successful people, you will realize that they leave behind valuable clues. [33:06]
• As you attempt to do more things simultaneously, your efficiency decreases. Conversely, focusing on one task for a longer period leads to a significant increase in productivity. [40:27] 
• If you want to scale your business, don’t hire people to help you scale your business; hire people to give you back your time. [43:53] 

People Mentioned and Other Resources:
1. Tai Lopez 
2. David Buss
3. Dan Bilzerian
4. Ryan Pineda
5. Ryan Stewman
6. Jeff Franklin
7. Piotr Szulczewski
8. Elon Musk
9. Wayne Huizenga
10. Henry VIII
11. Nick Santonastasso
12. Steven Pinker
13. Alex Hormozi
14. Stirling Cooper
15. The Power of No: https://amzn.to/3VSSfzC
16. The 4-Hour Workweek: https://bit.ly/3UauDVP
17. The Tipping Point: https://bit.ly/49vERnZ
18. The ONE Thing: https://bit.ly/3LwoJZB
19. Buy Back Your Time: https://bit.ly/3JeiTeH

Keep In Touch with Michael Sartain:
Website: https://www.moamentoring.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelsartain/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelsartain
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelSartain/
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