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In this episode, we have Jillian Bridgette Cohen, CEO and co-founder of Virtual Health Partners Incorporated. This results-based virtual wellness platform provides live one-on-one nutrition appointments, fitness classes, and lifestyle modifications by a team wellness specialist.
 
In May 2016, Jillian launched VHP to create an ecosphere of wellness support available anywhere and anytime. With over 15 years of experience in the medical industry, Jillian was responsible for the multi-million dollar growth of three start-up companies with a strong focus on the non-invasive weight loss space. Starting a career at Johnson and Johnson and moving to Novare Surgical, ElectroCore, and Apollo, Jillian specialized in development, implementation, growth, and marketing for new medical procedures.
 
The conversation highlights the importance of creating a fun and inclusive work culture, treating all team members equally, and taking responsibility for stakeholders.Website: Virtual Health PartnersWebsite: VPHGOLinkedin: Jillian Bridgette Cohen
 

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Hello, CBNation Builders!
As we navigate the thrilling yet challenging world of entrepreneurship, there are key lessons and principles that consistently rise to the forefront, shaping the path to success. After doing over 1600 insightful podcasts with industry leaders, innovators, and startup veterans on the I AM CEO Podcast, I've distilled what I believe were 16 themes or that I heard consistently throughout the podcast. I even made a list of 100s of things I've learned that we added to the I AM CEO Handbook Volume 3.  While 16 is my favorite number (see Blue 16 Media), it didn't feel quite complete to have a list of themes.
As, I myself start to go through EOS and the Traction Book and start to look more about business foundations and go back to the business plan and really start to evaluate the core part of business. Looking at CEO Hacks like the Personal MBA even and Harvard Business, Entrepreneur Magazine made me realize the best way is to see further is to “stand on the shoulders of giants.” It's at the heart of why I even started CEO Blog Nation's first site Hearprenur to “Hear from Entrepreneurs.”
So, could I distill these 16 even more? Yes, of course. 
As Steve Jobs said, “That's been one of my mantras—focus and simplicity. Simple can be harder than complex: You have to work hard to get your thinking clean to make it simple. But it's worth it in the end because once you get there, you can move mountains”
I came to 7 which signals completion but even that didn't seem right as I tried to merge “technology” under one of the foundation principles. But as, we've had a monthly theme many times “We are a technology company that does…” It was only right that we changed 7 to 8. While it's more than I expected but think it's accurate. It's half of 16 and if you want to know the symbolism of 8 for fun you can Google it or check it out using Perplexity.
These are the core areas every entrepreneur, particularly those in the crucial first five years (the Builders), should master. My journey would have undoubtedly been smoother had I fully grasped these concepts from the start. Now, I'm eager to pass on this blueprint to you, potentially paving the way for an impactful resources designed to elevate Builders to Architects and eventually, to Mogul status.
The reality is that these are pillars but they're not silos, the people you have in place will ultimately affect you financial projection. While the products and services won't be nearly as impactful if your operations aren't in place. Do you feel as if you have most of the pillars in place but you ignore technology, it can completely disrupt your indudstry and your buisness. Maybe you don't fully understand business or entrepreneurship and you throw in the towel because you reach one road block.
That's the challenge in business. However, if you have the right people in place, it can completely change everything, they can execute on a level that helps support all the other aspects in business. Do you really have great financials, it could help give you more runway than your competitors for mistakes, failures or even disruptions in business.
So as I like to say when you are building a media company, things might be simple, but understand it is by no means easy. Sometimes focusing on 1-2 “ingredients” can have the biggest impact, but you just have to figure out what that “one thing” is at the moment. It will test every aspect of who you are as an individual and leader. And the thing is when it's hard and you have challenges, it doesn't mean you are doing it wrong. As I try to highlight on the podcast, it's actually the norm. As much as you build the buisness, you are also build yourself.
So what are these business pillars:
People
Operations
Strategy
Product and Service
Financial
Visibility
Technology
Entrepreneurship
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In this episode, we have Craig Goodliffe, a respected entrepreneur, leadership expert, business coach, and a cool dad.
 
He shares his experience of connecting with talented individuals in the Philippines leading to the creation of Cyberbacker. Craig talks through challenges in hiring and retaining talent and unique strategies like profit share programs.
 
The conversation emphasizes the importance of giving back to the community and helping other entrepreneurs grow and the positive outcome of having an abundance mindset and being part of a supportive community.Website: CyberbackerLinkedIn: Craig Goodliffe
 

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In this episode, we Ryan Holck, a speaker, author, marketer, and brand messaging strategist. Ryan is the creator of the Distill Your Story framework that guides brands to tell their story clearly so that they are memorable and referable.
 
He mentions the tension in nonprofits between having many stories to tell but not always focusing attention well.
 
The conversation highlights the importance of focusing on the outcomes provided by a business rather than just the tasks performed.Website: Distill Your StoryFacebook: Ryan HolckLinkedIn: Ryan Holck
 

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In this episode, we have Annie Sloan, co-founder and CEO of The Host Co., a hospitality platform connecting local amenities to short-term rentals, offering services like massages and chef services.
 
She focused on the importance of execution in the short-term rental industry and the need for easy and automated processes to cater to the majority of hosts who are female.
 
Furthermore, Annie discusses her definition of being a CEO which involves making decisions that generate revenue and investment to sustain the company.Website: The Host CoInstagram: thehostcompany
 

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In this episode, we have, Latasha Brooks, founder of Coach Brooks Business Consulting.
 
Latasha Brook is a trailblazer entrepreneur celebrated for her dynamic role in shaping the business landscape. She shares her knowledge and experience on the power and potential of government contracts.
 
The conversation highlights the importance of choosing the right mentors and being authentic in business and her beliefs in being a good leader and influencer.LindkedIn: Latasha BrooksInstagram: moneybaggs623
 

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