Serve No Master : Escape the 9-5, Fire Your Boss, Achieve Financial Freedom Jonathan Green : Bestselling Author, Tropical Island Entrepreneur, 7-Figure Blogger

Welcome to the Serve No Master Podcast! This podcast is aimed at helping you find ways to create new revenue streams or make money online without dealing with an underpaid or underappreciated job. Our host is best-selling author, Jonathan Green.
Today's guest is Darin Kidd is an inspiring individual who has overcome tremendous challenges in his life. At one point, he found himself bankrupt, with his car repossessed and relying on government assistance and food stamps. Living in Virginia, he was a college dropout battling depression and feeling hopeless. Darin's life took a positive turn when he realized that achieving success begins in the mind. He learned to clarify his goals and understand that failure is not something to be feared but rather embraced as a stepping stone towards growth. Darin's perspective on failure shifted, considering it as an opportunity to learn and grow rather than a setback. With this mindset, he started viewing obstacles as a means to elevate himself. Through his journey, Darin has discovered that winning or learning are the only outcomes of his endeavors. Darin aims to inspire and motivate others to overcome their own challenges and achieve greatness.
 In this episode Darin Kidd shares his wealth of knowledge on achieving breakthrough success in this new year. Throughout the episode, Darin emphasizes that success is not solely based on intelligence, but rather finding one's unique talent and being consistent in their efforts. He shares personal anecdotes, such as working seven days a week and prioritizing time with his kids every day, to illustrate the importance of consistency in achieving goals. Darin also highlights the significance of consistent communication, stressing the importance of not neglecting emails to build relationships and prevent messages from being forgotten. Moreover, he sheds light on the changing landscape of social media platforms and stresses the importance of adaptability and understanding marketing principles. 
Notable Quotes
-  "It's not burnout. It's not lack of motivation. It's lack of clarity. Clarity gives you focus, and focus gives you energy." - [Darin Kidd]
- "We know that hard work is not the key to success because we know a lot of people that work really hard and do not live the life of their dreams. However, Peter Drucker says, it's not how much we do, it's the effectiveness of what we do.'"- [Darin Kidd]
- "You're going to be bad before you're good, no matter what you do. The most successful people I've ever met are the biggest failures. But my philosophy is if I'm going to be bad before I'm good, I want to hurry up and get it out of the way."- [Darin Kidd]
- "I think that's of everything we talk about, the most important thing is to make sure you're focused on getting the right people, not the most people, and then pulling them into your audience." - [Jonathan Green]
- "We often want the success without realizing. There's a grind." - [Jonathan Green]
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The Bestseller: Serve No Master Free Book on Amazon: Fire Your Boss Podcast Website: https://servenomaster.com/podcast/ Subscribe, Rate, and Review: https://servenomaster.com/itunes Video Episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@ServeNoMasterPodcast

Welcome to the Serve No Master Podcast! This podcast is aimed at helping you find ways to create new revenue streams or make money online without dealing with an underpaid or underappreciated job. Our host is best-selling author, Jonathan Green.
Today's guest is Steve Buzogany is a successful real estate professional who discovered the power of building relationships in his industry. Starting off in real estate, Steve struggled with the usual challenges of generating clients and growing his business. However, a mentor enlightened him about the significance of focusing on relationships rather than transactions. Taking this advice to heart, Steve shifted his approach and began cultivating strong connections with his clients. As a result, he started receiving numerous referrals, leading to a staggering 73% of his business coming from trusted recommendations. Steve's ability to foster strong relationships did not go unnoticed by his peers. Other agents in his office marveled at his expertise in generating referrals and sought his advice on replicating his success. Steve shared his strategies, emphasizing the importance of giving thoughtful client gifts and going the extra mile to nurture relationships. 
 In this episode, Steve Buzogany shares his journey from struggling to generate clients in real estate to finding success by focusing on building relationships rather than just transactions. He saw 73% of his business come through referrals as a result. Recognizing the market for this service, Steve started Appreciation Advocate. During the episode, Steve questions the value of corporate gifts, comparing them to pens with pharmaceutical company names on them. He emphasizes the importance of giving useful gifts that won't be quickly discarded, like pocket knives or wallets. He also discusses the pitfalls of giving gifts that are not easily personalized or those that are branded and may inconvenience international recipients. They underscore the importance of personalized gifts to balance intentions and avoid lazy and impersonal options like gift cards. They also explore the power of networking, the value of lower-level employees, and the need for thoughtfulness and effort in gift-giving. 
Notable Quotes
-  "if you focus more on the relationship, they would give you referrals, and then you could work with the referrals who would come with a preexisting trust, and then you wouldn't have to work as hard." - [Steve Buzogany]
-  "If you're wondering why you're not getting a lot of referrals in your business, then maybe it's because you're not building a deep enough relationship with people."- [Steve Buzogany]
-   "The barrier is so much lower than people think. We all hear the phrase, it's the thought that counts, but no one believes that." - [Jonathan Green]
-   "There's something that I learned because I'm really a big advocate of networking and a lot of people don't realize the power of the introduction." - [Jonathan Green]
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Website: appreciationadvocate.com


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The Bestseller: Serve No Master Free Book on Amazon: Fire Your Boss Podcast Website: https://servenomaster.com/podcast/ Subscribe, Rate, and Review: https://servenomaster.com/itunes Video Episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@ServeNoMasterPodcast

Welcome to the Serve No Master Podcast! This podcast is aimed at helping you find ways to create new revenue streams or make money online without dealing with an underpaid or underappreciated job. Our host is best-selling author, Jonathan Green.
Today's guest is Beate Chelette a former corporate cubicle dweller, took a leap of faith and quit her finance job to pursue a different life. With no knowledge of virtual assisting, she stumbled upon the opportunity and began offering her skills in email management, calendar scheduling, and booking for public speakers. This was over twelve years ago when Molly discovered that she could get paid for the skill sets she already possessed. From there, her virtual assistant career snowballed, and she has since found success in helping others with various administrative tasks.
 In this episode, Beate Chelette discuss the ins and outs of becoming a six-figure virtual assistant. Molly suggests that business owners spend two weeks documenting their tasks to determine what they should delegate to a virtual assistant. Clarity is crucial for a successful relationship with a virtual assistant. They also discuss the significance of job descriptions that specify social media platforms and goals required for the virtual assistant role. Different business owners have varying needs and goals, so it's essential to communicate this clearly. She emphasizes the importance of revenue generation and metrics like email list growth. Integrity and honesty are valued traits of top virtual assistants, according to Molly. 
Notable Quotes
-  "I just took a leap of faith and started doing it and offering what I knew to do." - [Beate Chelette]
-   "Clarity is by far the number one thing that business owners need to have before they make their first hire." - [Beate Chelette]
-  "Unlocking the Value of Your Knowledge: 'Getting paid three times is my favorite way to grow a business.'" - [Jonathan Green]
-  "The only number I care about is dollars... That's an understanding that a lot of people miss. Just be able to do what you say you can do. Track one metric and then have integrity. Literally makes you a top 1% of VA." - [Jonathan Green]
Connect with Beate Chelette
Website: beatechelette.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beatechelette/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GrowthArchitecture
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beatechelette
Twitter: https://twitter.com/BeateChelette
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/GrowthArchitect
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The Bestseller: Serve No Master Free Book on Amazon: Fire Your Boss Podcast Website: https://servenomaster.com/podcast/ Subscribe, Rate, and Review: https://servenomaster.com/itunes Video Episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@ServeNoMasterPodcast

Welcome to the Serve No Master Podcast! This podcast is aimed at helping you find ways to create new revenue streams or make money online without dealing with an underpaid or underappreciated job. Our host is best-selling author, Jonathan Green.
Today's guest is Molly Rose Speed a former corporate cubicle dweller, took a leap of faith and quit her finance job to pursue a different life. With no knowledge of virtual assisting, she stumbled upon the opportunity and began offering her skills in email management, calendar scheduling, and booking for public speakers. This was over twelve years ago when Molly discovered that she could get paid for the skill sets she already possessed. From there, her virtual assistant career snowballed, and she has since found success in helping others with various administrative tasks.
 In this episode, Molly Rose Speed discuss the ins and outs of becoming a six-figure virtual assistant. They start by stressing the importance of clarity in identifying the tasks that business owners need help with. Molly suggests that business owners spend two weeks documenting their tasks to determine what they should delegate to a virtual assistant. Clarity is crucial for a successful relationship with a virtual assistant. They also discuss the significance of job descriptions that specify social media platforms and goals required for the virtual assistant role. Different business owners have varying needs and goals, so it's essential to communicate this clearly. Molly shares her approach of focusing on the number of tasks completed rather than tracking hours or working on American time. She emphasizes the importance of revenue generation and metrics like email list growth. Integrity and honesty are valued traits of top virtual assistants, according to Molly. 
Notable Quotes
-  "I just took a leap of faith and started doing it and offering what I knew to do." - [Molly Rose Speed]
-   "Clarity is by far the number one thing that business owners need to have before they make their first hire." - [Molly Rose Speed]
-  "If you don't have the mental acuity to do it and remember it in your mind, at least putting some notes in a Google Doc of the steps you took and the outcome, if it worked, is very important."- [Molly Rose Speed]
-  "Unlocking the Value of Your Knowledge: 'Getting paid three times is my favorite way to grow a business.'" - [Jonathan Green]
-  "The only number I care about is dollars... That's an understanding that a lot of people miss. Just be able to do what you say you can do. Track one metric and then have integrity. Literally makes you a top 1% of VA." - [Jonathan Green]
Connect with Molly Rose Speed
Website: 
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The Bestseller: Serve No Master Free Book on Amazon: Fire Your Boss Podcast Website: https://servenomaster.com/podcast/ Subscribe, Rate, and Review: https://servenomaster.com/itunes Video Episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@ServeNoMasterPodcast

Welcome to the Serve No Master Podcast! This podcast is aimed at helping you find ways to create new revenue streams or make money online without dealing with an underpaid or underappreciated job. Our host is best-selling author, Jonathan Green.
Today's guest is Brent Allen comes from a family of accountants, with his grandfather and father both working in the field. Growing up, he developed a passion for numbers and the financial side of businesses. This led him to pursue an accounting degree and become a licensed CPA. Brent believes that finding a balance between focusing on the numbers and the overall operation of a business is crucial for success. Brent supports bootstrapping and believes that success can be achieved within a short time frame, both in terms of profitability and growth. However, he has noticed that many business owners who neglect the financial aspect of their ventures end up getting stuck in the day-to-day grind without achieving the balance they desire.
 In this episode, Brent Allen discuss how to set your business up for financial success. Brent shares his value of freedom over revenue and the importance of prioritizing time with family. He cautions against hiring consultants or coaches who have achieved success at a different stage of business, emphasizing the need to find someone who has been in the same position and achieved the desired goals. He discusses the two types of accountants - those who look down and backwards, focusing on compliance and trends, and those who look forward, providing modeling and risk-reward analysis. Brent recommends entrepreneurs to have both types of accountants for legal compliance as well as maximizing opportunities. Brent uses forecasting and modeling to anticipate and understand the risks involved in his business and expresses his passion in helping others manage their risk profile and make more deals while minimizing potential harm.
Notable Quotes
-   "One of the best pieces of advice that I could give entrepreneurs is make sure you understand a range of scenarios, a range of outcomes that are possible." - [Brent Allen]
-  "I would also encourage you to heavily emphasize people that are closer. Like if somebody has just finished growing their business from three to 10 million and that's what you want to do, that's the person you want to talk to over somebody who grew their business from three to 50. Because now they're at 50, a lot of times they have trouble remembering some of the pressures and some of the things that it took in that time frame where you're most interested."- [Brent Allen]
-  "Most business owners start a business with no financial plan. I've seen businesses grow to multimillion dollar a year revenue and they're losing money every single year."- [Jonathan Green]
-  "Over the course of my career, I've certainly noticed it's a lot easier to control your spend than it is to control your income."- [Jonathan Green]
Connect with Brent Allen
Website: www.amplifigrowth.com


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The Bestseller: Serve No Master Free Book on Amazon: Fire Your Boss Podcast Website: https://servenomaster.com/podcast/ Subscribe, Rate, and Review: https://servenomaster.com/itunes Video Episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@ServeNoMasterPodcast

Welcome to the Serve No Master Podcast! This podcast is aimed at helping you find ways to create new revenue streams or make money online without dealing with an underpaid or underappreciated job. Our host is best-selling author, Jonathan Green.
Today's guest is Hensley Ellefritz is a sales expert who always had a passion for the industry. Recognizing the transformation in the health and wellness sector, she initially began her journey by working at a gym's front desk. However, she quickly climbed the ranks and discovered her strength in sales. Hensley went on to develop sales models for prominent fitness brands like Pure Bar and Club Pilates. She played a pivotal role in Club Pilates' expansion from 100 to 700 locations. Witnessing the challenges faced by independent studio owners during the COVID-19 pandemic, Hensley's passion grew to help them succeed. In late 2020, she unintentionally started her own business, aiming to consult and empower fitness entrepreneurs. In just two years, her company has experienced remarkable growth, working with over 100 brands.
 In this episode, Hensley Ellefritz shares valuable insights on why it is more cost-effective and enjoyable to retain existing members than to constantly generate new ones. Throughout the episode, Hensley highlights the crucial role of the onboarding process in creating a positive perception of the business for members. They discuss the importance of touch points and personal connections, such as checking in on personal matters, in building relationships and increasing retention. Recognizing the negative stigma surrounding the industry, Hensley apologizes for any negative experiences listeners may have had. They encourage listeners to evaluate their current clients or customers who continue to come back or refer others as identifiers of their target audience. Throughout the episode, Hensley underscores the significance of community-building and personal connections in businesses such as gyms. They discuss the impact of bad employees on a business and stress the importance of making strategic hiring choices and avoiding common mistakes.
Notable Quotes
-   "The more involved and interfacing you can be with your clients, the more successful your brand is going to be long term." - [Hensley Ellefritz]
-  "Being able to prioritize coachability and desire for growth, I think if you can find someone who is coachable and desires growth within your organization... if you love it and you want to learn and you're hungry, I will take that all day over pedigree and professional reputation." - [Hensley Ellefritz]
-  "The chase to the bottom is what I know kills a lot of small businesses." - [Jonathan Green]
-  "I spend a lot of money on fitness... It's not because I want to be better looking... I want to be around when they get married. It's about longevity for me... So I always pay attention to people that have a more sophisticated marketing or pay attention to other motivational reasons."- [Jonathan Green]
Connect with Hensley Ellefritz
Website: rebootfc.com/



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The Bestseller: Serve No Master Free Book on Amazon: Fire Your Boss Podcast Website: https://servenomaster.com/podcast/ Subscribe, Rate, and Review: https://servenomaster.com/itunes Video Episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@ServeNoMasterPodcast