Beyond 8 Figures

A.J. Lawrence
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At Beyond 8 Figures, we believe in DELIBERATE entrepreneurship. It means creating a solid foundational framework for your entrepreneurial journey, building from a place of passion, and intentionally aligning your actions with your goals so that you can create success on your terms. Join A.J. Lawrence, the journeyman entrepreneur with several 7 figure exits, as he shares honest conversations with successful entrepreneurs about their experiences starting and scaling businesses to $10M and beyond, the realities of being a modern-day entrepreneur, advice for practicing deliberate entrepreneurship, and more!

  1. How to Think Strategically in an AI World with Hamza Mudassir, Strategize

    17시간 전

    How to Think Strategically in an AI World with Hamza Mudassir, Strategize

    When your business is growing fast and AI is changing the game every week… how do you keep your head clear and your strategy sharp? In this episode, I sit down with Hamza Mudassir—lecturer at Cambridge and founder of Strategize—to talk about mental clarity, digital twins, and how to make smarter decisions in an age of overload. Here’s what we dig into: How strategic thinking is evolving in real timeWhat digital twins really are (and how they work)The mental toll of reactive leadership—and how to fix it🎧 Listen to the full episode and let’s talk about what comes next. 👉 Work with A.J. 🔗 Resources & Guest Links: Hamza Mudassir: LinkedIn, StrategizeHarvard Business Review article: "AI Can (Mostly) Outperform Human CEOs

    52분
  2. How EOS Helped Steve Maly Break Through a Growth Plateau (After 20 Years in Business)

    7월 23일

    How EOS Helped Steve Maly Break Through a Growth Plateau (After 20 Years in Business)

    What happens when your agency hits a growth ceiling—and brute force stops working? In this episode, Steve Maly shares what finally pushed him to adopt EOS, how it changed his team’s rhythm and decision-making, and why hiring a $500 intern changed the trajectory of his business. Here’s what you’ll take away: How to spot the real reason your growth has stalledThe hidden value of weekly meetings (done right)Why structure matters more than toolsHow to think like a strategist—not just a founder🎯 Ready to get out of the weeds and think bigger about your business? 👉 Let’s talk. 🔗 Resources & Guest Links: Steve Maly: LinkedIn, Maly MarketingEOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System)Baby Bathwater

    37분
  3. How to Train Your Brain for Entrepreneurial Resilience with Paola Telfer, Sens.ai

    7월 16일

    How to Train Your Brain for Entrepreneurial Resilience with Paola Telfer, Sens.ai

    Your brain is your business’s most valuable asset—so why aren’t you training it? In this episode, I talk with Paola Telfer, founder of Sens.ai, about how she turned a personal brain injury into a mission to help entrepreneurs perform better mentally. We dig into the science of neurofeedback, how to stay sharp under pressure, and why brain optimization isn’t a luxury—it’s a necessity for high-stakes leadership. 🔹 What you'll learn: How brain training works and why founders need itTools to manage stress and sharpen focusHow to bounce back from burnout and mental fogListen now & build a smarter brain for the business you’re leading. 🔗 Resources & Guest Links: Paola Telfer: LinkedIn, Sens.ai blog, Sens.ai InstagramGet Sens.ai: https://bit.ly/44VpVQ5

    45분
  4. How to Rebuild Purpose After Selling Your Company with Jess Stewart, Jess Stewart LLC

    7월 9일

    How to Rebuild Purpose After Selling Your Company with Jess Stewart, Jess Stewart LLC

    What comes after the big exit? For Jess Stewart, it wasn’t freedom—it was confusion. In this episode, we unpack how she rebuilt both her purpose and leadership rhythm after selling her company. If you’re feeling stuck in your business or unsure about what comes next, Jess’s story offers a practical path forward. Here’s what we cover: The emotional and operational void after exiting a businessHow to install structure without losing flexibilityWhat leadership rhythms look like in real companiesFeeling stuck in the chaos of what comes after your big milestone? Let’s figure out your next chapter. 👉 https://bit.ly/3ZnqyzR  🔗 Resources & Guest Links: Jess Stewart: Website, Activate Community

    34분
  5. How to Build Exit-Ready Growth with Philip Blackett

    7월 2일

    How to Build Exit-Ready Growth with Philip Blackett

    Success isn’t just surviving chaos—it’s building toward your exit. In this episode, I talk with Philip Blackett, founder of Dream Business Makeover and LifeAfter40.com. He’s been through the fire—literally rebuilding a cemetery business during COVID while pulling double shifts at Chick-fil-A to make payroll. We talk exit strategy, leadership, and what really works when you’ve got to grow through chaos. 🎯 You’ll Learn: Why most “busy” CEOs miss the pointHow to plan your exit (even if it’s years away)The 4 levers that grow revenue and valueWhat it looks like to lead when everything’s on fireReady to grow your business with a future? Let’s build your exit-ready roadmap. 👉 Work with A.J. 🔗 Resources & Guest Links: Philip Blackett: LinkedIn, LifeAfter40.comRich Dad Poor Dad by Robert T. Kiyosaki

    43분
  6. The Truth About Buying a Business (Most People Won’t Tell You) — with Richard Parker, Diomo Corporation

    6월 25일

    The Truth About Buying a Business (Most People Won’t Tell You) — with Richard Parker, Diomo Corporation

    Buying a business sounds like a shortcut—but most people never make it to the finish line. Why? Because they chase the wrong deals. In this episode, I talk with Richard Parker, founder of Diomo Corporation, about what really works when you're looking to acquire a business that fits you—and what most people get completely wrong. 🎯 You’ll Learn: Richard’s “4-4-4-1-1” process for staying focused during your searchWhy experience doesn’t always translate to ownership successThe 5 filters that’ll save you from a bad acquisitionHow to tell if a business is a spaghetti mess—or ready to scaleThe one shift you must make before even reaching out to a sellerIf you’re even thinking about buying a business, start with this episode. 🔗 Guest Links: Richard Parker: https://richardparker.com/

    53분
  7. How to Build a Personal Capital Stack with Mark Cecchini, Quadrant Capital

    6월 18일

    How to Build a Personal Capital Stack with Mark Cecchini, Quadrant Capital

    Your business is growing—but is your personal wealth strategy keeping up? In this episode, I sit down with Mark Cecchini, a wealth advisor who works with high-growth founders, to break down what it really means to build a personal capital stack. 🎧 We cover: Why “just invest in Vanguard” isn’t a real planHow to make decisions when income’s unevenWhat to do with cash that’s sitting idleWhen to stop DIY’ing and bring in a proIf you’ve ever felt behind on your own wealth strategy, this one’s a must-listen. Want help finding clarity, control, and momentum in your business? Let's grow beyond the plateau together. ⟶ Chat with A.J. 🔗 Resources + Guest Links: Mark Cecchini: X, LinkedInQuadrant Capital

    47분
  8. How to Stop Profit Leaks in a Growing Business with Kevin Bees, ProfitHive

    6월 11일

    How to Stop Profit Leaks in a Growing Business with Kevin Bees, ProfitHive

    Growth doesn’t always mean profit. In this episode, I’m joined by ProfitHive founder Kevin Bees to talk about how growing businesses leak money—and how to stop it. Kevin shares the 7 hidden areas where founders lose margin, plus a tactical framework for getting your financial house in order without becoming an accountant. 🎧 What you’ll learn: How to spot and fix your biggest profit leaksWhy scaling doesn’t fix your financial blind spotsThe mental shift that separates busy founders from wealthy onesThe simplest way to improve profit this quarter—no new clients requiredLet’s make sure your growth is actually profitable. 👉 Work with A.J. 🔗 Resources + Guest Links: Kevin Bees: LinkedIn, TwitterProfitHive

    27분
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At Beyond 8 Figures, we believe in DELIBERATE entrepreneurship. It means creating a solid foundational framework for your entrepreneurial journey, building from a place of passion, and intentionally aligning your actions with your goals so that you can create success on your terms. Join A.J. Lawrence, the journeyman entrepreneur with several 7 figure exits, as he shares honest conversations with successful entrepreneurs about their experiences starting and scaling businesses to $10M and beyond, the realities of being a modern-day entrepreneur, advice for practicing deliberate entrepreneurship, and more!

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    A.J. Lawrence
  • 방송 연도
    2018년 - 2025년
  • 에피소드
    310
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    © 2023 A.J. Lawrence
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