Grow Your Damn Business‪!‬ Scott Goodrich

What if the secret to successful entrepreneurship lies not just in business strategies but also in addressing the entrepreneur's mental health? In today’s episode, host Scott Goodrich talks with Dan Williams, a fellow EOS implementer and the man behind Without Fear, a social enterprise challenging the stigma around mental health. They discuss Dan's entrepreneurial journey and mental health role while also discussing the changing landscape of mental health acceptance in Australia. Starting as a paperboy and eventually venturing into the IT business, Williams has seen first-hand how mental health can affect the course of entrepreneurship. As a mental health advocate, he has dedicated his work to promoting mental health awareness and initiating meaningful conversations in Australia. They also discuss how the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) can be a game-changer for entrepreneurs. As an EOS implementer, he illuminates the practical benefits of EOS implementation, from gaining time to simplifying processes and improving business performance.
Who is Dan?

Dan Williams is an Expert EOS Implementer and the Asia Pacific Community Leader at EOS Worldwide. With a rich professional background spanning over two decades in the IT industry, Dan notably held the position of CEO at a highly successful Australian IT service provider, which was a certified Great Place to Work. 
As an Expert EOS Implementer, Dan coaches, teaches, and facilitates the proven EOS tools and processes that help leadership teams to get what they want from their businesses. Dan has delivered talks and keynotes on leadership, culture, and mental health for over 20 years. 
Dan also runs a social enterprise called Without Fear, cherishes family moments, and coaches junior football.

Connect with Dan:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danwilliamsieq/ 
Website 1: https://www.danwilliams.coach/ 
Website 2: https://withoutfearco.com/ 

Episode Highlights:
[0:00] Intro
[1:09] What is Without Fear?
[2:15] Mental health in Australia
[3:26] Reaching markets outside Australia
[5:10] His first entrepreneurial venture
[8:05] How Dan got into entrepreneurship
[12:20] Born to be in business
[13:59] Founding multiple businesses
[16:21] Integrators
[18:30] Which endeavor turned out to be greater than expected
[21:27] How Dan started with EOS
[28:47] Learning from the journey
[24:19] The growth of the business and community
[31:14] Scorecard for what matters
[36:20] Five fast questions
[38:55] Where to find Dan
[40:17] Outro

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Have you ever wondered what it takes to grow a business in challenging times? In this week's feature-loaded episode, host Scott Goodrich has an enlightening discussion with Drew Donaldson, the brains behind the successful marketing firm, Gro Haus. Drew unpacks his journey from entrepreneur to CEO of a thriving business, shedding light on his unique strategic approach to marketing that's all about revenue and working with zealous entrepreneurs. He talks about how the successful growth of a business often depends on the entrepreneur's ability to delegate tasks, take calculated risks, and invite change. Drew also shares future plans, including expanding his low-ticket coaching programs and growing his agency practice, which is an inspiring example for entrepreneurs planning for the future.
Who is Drew?
Drew is the founder and CEO of Gro Haus, a company that helps small businesses grow and thrive. He is passionate about supporting entrepreneurs and innovators and has a wealth of experience in various industries. He founded and ran a software company, a mobile notary service, and a media production and design studio. He is also a skilled strategist and a leader of the client services team at Gro Haus. Drew is always looking for new challenges and opportunities to positively impact the world.
Connect with Drew:
LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/drewrdonaldson  
Website: https://www.grohaus.org/ 
X: https://twitter.com/GR0Haus 

Episode Highlights:
[0:00] Intro
[1:29] How Drew started his business
[2:22] What is Gro Haus
[3:42] How Drew niched down
[8:01] How he acquired clients
[10:08] Why he ventured into entrepreneurship
[13:18] Achieving work-life balance
[16:37] Letting go and delegating
[20:42] Overcoming business hurdles
[23:01] Challenges in hiring team members
[26:09] Culture fit vs. skills
[29:05] Doing things outside of scope
[30:50] Pushing back on clients
[32:04] Plans for Gro Haus
[33:39] Five questions
[37:51] Where to learn more about Gor Haus and Drew
[38:18] Outro

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In this episode, host Scott Goodrich talks to Rachel King, the owner and Lead Attorney at King Law Firm. Rachel recounts her journey from the military to law school. She shares how her early parenthood and the influence of her father, a veteran, shaped her decisions. Rachel takes us through her time in the military and how it paved the way for her law degree, eventually leading her to open King Law. She talks about the significance and challenges of delegation, the lessons learned from hiring friends, and how it impacted her ability to lead. Rachel reveals her strategy, emphasizing five crucial resources - facts, money, time, goals, and emotional stamina, that need constant reassessment to forge successful legal strategies and meet client objectives.
Who is Rachel?
Rachel A. King is a California and Arizona attorney and U.S. military veteran. She earned her Juris Doctor degree from Thomas Jefferson School of Law after serving as a paralegal and Communication Specialist in the Army. Rachel is an active member of the State Bar of California, Arizona, Riverside County Bar Association, Southwest Bar Association, Richard T. Fields Bar Association, Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity, and American Bar Association. She is committed to the legal success of her clients and always goes above and beyond to remain personally available to them. 
Rachel is also highly active in her community. She developed the Attorney Mentor Program within the Southwest Valley Youth Court, is a proud founding member of the Douglas County Bar Association in Nevada, and spends much time giving back to elementary schools, senior centers, assisted living centers, and non-profits. In 2016, she was awarded the Murrieta Entrepreneur of the Year for community service.

Connect with Rachel:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-king-546b0080/ 
Website: https://thelawyerking.com/ 
IG: https://www.instagram.com/TheLawyerKing 
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheLawyerKing 
X: https://twitter.com/thelawyerking 


Episode Highlights:
[1:20] Deciding to join the military
[2:59] What influenced her decision
[7:28] Transitioning to law
[10:00] Prioritizing family and opening a new firm
[12:17] Creating a team and delegating
[18:21] Training and deployment timelines for new hires
[20:57] Challenges of being the boss
[26:03] Hiring her mom
[31:59] Five essential resources in litigation
[35:50] Five quick questions
[39:30] Where can you learn more about Rachel
[40:01] Outro

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In today’s episode, Trainual Founder & CEO Chris Ronzio joins host Scott Goodrich to talk about the impact of hiring the right people and having a solid business process. From kick-starting a video production company at the tender age of 14 to filming sports events for a steady stream of recurring revenue, Chris’s entrepreneurial journey is inspiring. Chris shares how he navigated the growth of his business, bought out his partner, and started hiring teams from different schools to manage the workload. He also offers valuable insights into the evolution of business roles and responsibilities. He talks about his approach to organizing business knowledge and the strategies for scaling up. So, buckle up for an enlightening conversation filled with wisdom, insights, and entrepreneurial spirit.
Who is Chris?
Chris Ronzio is the founder and CEO of Trainual, a software tool that helps small and growing businesses organize their processes, roles, and responsibilities. He has been passionate about creating online training manuals that are consistent, teachable, and centralized in one place, enabling entrepreneurs to scale their operations with ease and efficiency for over eight years. 
Chris is also the author of The Business Playbook, a guide for designing the perfect business, and the host of Organize Chaos. He shares his insights and tips on process and productivity in this podcast. Chris’s first business was an event video production company, which he started in high school. 
Chris spent years helping hundreds of small business owners organize operational processes and scale their teams on systems. Trainual was officially launched in January of 2018 and today supports more than 7,500 small businesses in over 180 countries.
Connect with Chris:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisronzio/
Website: https://trainual.com/ 
IG: https://instagram.com/chrisronzio 
Website: https://www.chrisronzio.com/
Episode Highlights:
[0:00] Intro
[1:26] Chris' first business
[4:52] On forming a company, buying out his partner in high school, and hiring people
[10:21] Business challenges
[12:13] Discipline and consistency in the process
[13:34] Hires, customers, and what makes the business unique
[21:58] What is Trainual and the four business buckets
[26:45] People and processes
[28:28] Plans for the business
[30:33] Five fast questions
[33:36] Where to learn more about Chris and Trainual
[34:09] Outro
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In this episode, host Scott Goodrich talks with Podcasting Software Founder Alex Sanfilippo. Alex shares his journey in entrepreneurship, from starting with a lemonade stand to launching his own podcast and creating a software called Podmatch. Alex also talks about the time he worked as a receiving clerk, and the events that led to that,  which was a humbling experience. He discusses the importance of finding a passion, solving problems, and embracing failure in entrepreneurship. Alex also highlights the collaborative nature of his team and the effort they put into maintaining a calm and collaborative culture.
Who is Alex?
Alex Sanfilippo, an entrepreneurial force and founder of PodPros, is dedicated to amplifying independent podcast voices. His team has created renowned podcasting tools like PodMatch, PodcastSOP, and PodLottery. As the host of the highly-rated ‘Podcasting Made Simple,’ Alex has become a leading educator and speaker in the podcasting realm.

Connect with Alex:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexsanfilippo/
Website: https://www.podmatch.com 
Website: https://alexsanfilippo.com/ 

Episode Highlights:
[0:00] Intro
[2:09] Lemonade stand and golf ball business
[5:04] Supportive environment and rare commitment to entrepreneurship
[6:58] Side hustles in high school
[9:01] Disposition and desire for entrepreneurship
[09:56] Entrepreneurship: nature vs nurture
[11:57] Discovering a passion for real estate
[14:35] Learning to let go and embrace growth
[17:39] Overcoming failure and seeking job opportunities
[19:43] Embracing the intrapreneur mindset
[21:50] Challenging the status quo leads to a decision to leave
[24:59] Transitioning to full-time podcasting, finding a new path
[26:23] The birth of Podmatch
[29:26] Reflecting on the journey and lessons learned
[32:04] Corporate background shapes a disciplined approach to building systems
[36:11] Launching PodLottery and creating new social media accounts
[39:34] Five fast questions
[42:50] How to connect with Alex
[43:15] Outro

In this episode, host Scott Goodrich interviews Beate Chelette, the Growth Architect and Founder of The Women’s Code. Chellete talks about her incredible journey as a business owner. She shares that the hurdles she faced tested her tenacity and resilience. She talks about how she received a letter from The White House at the lowest point of her life and ended up selling her business to Bill Gates. Chellete shares her experiences of starting in the photography representation and production business during a recession and how she overcame challenges through perseverance and seeking support. She also covers topics such as hiring subject matter experts, the importance of a unique growth system, the new generation of entrepreneurs, and her business with a mission to help other entrepreneurs succeed.
Who is Beate?
Beate Chelette is the founder of The Women’s Code and a Growth Architect. She offers leaders and visionaries strategies, blueprints, and growth maps proven to enhance business systems, leadership skills, and team strength. 
Beate, a first-generation immigrant and single parent, is recognized for her straightforward approach, ability to inspire and empower, and resilience. Her journey includes being  $135,000 in debt at one point and selling her company to Bill Gates in a multimillion-dollar deal.
She has been recognized as one of the “Top 100 Global Thought Leaders” by PeopleHum and as “One of 50 Must Follow Women Entrepreneurs” by HuffPost.
Connect with Beate:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beatechelette/ 
Website: https://beatechelette.com/ 
Website: https://growthblockerquiz.com 
Website: https://airtightavatar.com/ 
Website: https://uncoverysession.com/ 
Episode Highlights:
[0:00] Intro
[1:34] Unexpectedly thrust into business ownership
[2:35] Early entrepreneurial ventures and lessons learned
[6:36] A story of ridiculous perseverance amidst challenges
[7:54] Hopeful outlook shattered by September 11th
[10:19] Struggling with debt and business losses
[12:33] Desperate plea for a plan and letter to the president
[13:56] The white house letter leads to restructuring and breakthrough
[21:18] Lack of communication and withholding of information
[23:01] The flawed education system and corporate America
[25:15] Toxic cultures and mediocrity in corporate America
[26:21] Delegate and elevate
[27:28] Finding the perfect virtual assistant
[30:04] Hiring subject matter experts for specific tasks
[32:16] Two categories: growth and scaling
[33:48] Signature growth system
[36:26] Certification program for project 
[40:06] Rapid five questions
[42:19] Where to learn more about Beate
[44:40] Outro