The Business Growth Pod with Allan Draper Allan Draper

In today’s episode, Allan welcomes back Brian Corr. Brian has been an entrepreneur for the past 28 years. In 1996 he fired his boss and started investing in real estate.
Allan and Brian discuss how analyzing housing market indicators, such as market type, inventory, days on the market, and affordability will help determine the best time for profitable real estate investing. As an entrepreneur, if you are looking to invest in real estate, it is important to understand the current market trends.

In today’s episode, Allan welcomes back David Meltzer. David is a speaker, author, sports executive, investor, and entrepreneur. Allan and David discuss current changes in the economy, and which three areas you should look at to embrace opportunities as an entrepreneur. Common factors such as market conditions, your age, and your goals will impact your timing and risk tolerance.

In today’s episode, Allan is interviewed by Jonny Martinez, Allan’s social media and content director. Allan discusses why he took the leap to leave his career as an attorney to start his businesses. Allan wanted the freedom to control his time while building something he was passionate about. In addition, Allan shares his best business advice for start-up entrepreneurs.

Today’s episode is a special compilation of highlights from previous episodes.  Allan and his guests give tips on why starting and scaling a business can be one of the most exciting and rewarding events in an entrepreneur's life. If you want to be successful in your entrepreneurial journey, it helps to take the best business advice from successful entrepreneurs who’ve already made it in your industry. Guests Jeremy Parker, Steve Sims, Bryan Clayton, and Rick Mayo all share different ways to achieve success. 

In today’s episode, Allan shares his thoughts and ideas about why your vision, and who you listen to, will either support or distract you from the goals you are trying to achieve. Establishing your vision is the first of several steps toward making your business venture a success. It’s important to focus on both short-term and long-term goals to have a clear vision for the direction you want to go as an entrepreneur.

In today’s episode, Allan welcomes Rick Mayo. Rick is the founder and CEO of Alloy Personal Training. Rick and his team have licensed the Alloy training systems to over 2,500 clubs worldwide. Alloy has recently pivoted to a full franchise model to better serve their communities and owners. Allan and Rick discuss how passion may help launch a business, but communication and leadership style is key when combined. In addition, Rick and Allan talk about the importance of implementing the culture of embracing change to evolve your business over time.