• BEWARE... of Spreadsheet Economics!
    Dec 22 2024

    Just because you've worked out something on a spreadsheet, doesn't mean that you'll get the same results when working with actual, real humans...

    In this solo episode of the Ambitious Lifestyle Business podcast, bestselling business book author John Lamerton show us how human psychology comes into play, and defies all logic!

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    6 mins
  • Do the work ONCE...
    Dec 15 2024

    When you create Evergreen Assets, you do the work ONCE, and reap the rewards again and again (and again!).

    That's the OPPOSITE of what's happening in my garden right now, where I seem to have acquired a new full-time job!

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    5 mins
  • Are you an explorer or an exploiter?
    Dec 8 2024

    In today's solo episode of the Ambitious Lifestyle Business podcast, John Lamerton, author of Evergreen Assets: Do the Work Once, Reap the Rewards Again and Again (and Again!) explains why you should be BOTH an explorer AND an exploiter.

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    6 mins
  • Christmas Special: "Let's not get political..."
    Dec 5 2024

    In this Christmas special edition of the Ambitious Lifestyle Business podcast, John and Jason reflect on the key themes of the past year, focusing on the importance of vision and values in business. They discuss how genuine values shape company culture and attract the right team and clients.

    The conversation also touches on the political landscape, economic challenges like inflation, and the significance of seizing opportunities. Jason shares his Book of the Year, highlighting insights from Boris Johnson's memoir, emphasizing the power of vision in leadership. In this conversation, Jason and John delve into the leadership style of Boris Johnson, emphasizing the importance of communication and vision in leadership.

    They also discuss insights from the book 'Die with Zero' by Bill Perkins, which focuses on retirement planning and the importance of spending wisely throughout life. The conversation also touches on personal reflections about aging, ambition, and the desire to live a fulfilling life, culminating in a discussion about setting intentions for the upcoming year.

    The Ambitious Lifestyle Business podcast is available wherever you get your podcasts...

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    48 mins
  • A £10 discount, or a £2 glass of wine?
    Dec 1 2024

    Would you rather have a £10 discount, or a £2 glass of wine?

    As a buiness owner, would you rather give a £10 discount, or a £2 glass of wine (that's worth £10 to the customer)?

    In today's solo episode of the Ambitious Lifestyle Business podcast, John Lamerton, author of Big Ideas... for Small Businesses explains why you should be able to find the £2 glass of wine in YOUR business.

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    5 mins
  • Do you want to be the biggest? Or the ONLY?
    Nov 24 2024

    You've got to choose one or the other - you've either got to be the BIGGEST (in which case you HAVE to beat all rivals, else you WILL lose)...

    Or, you can be the ONLY - in which case, no one can compete with you - and you're guaranteed to win.

    In today's solo episode of the Ambitious Lifestyle Business podcast, author John Lamerton explains why he's the ONLY "normal bloke from Plymouth writing books for ambitious lifestyle business owners, to help them improve their business and lifestyle by 1% each week."

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    4 mins
  • I listen to dead people...
    Nov 17 2024

    Charlie Munger advised us to "make friends with the eminent dead".

    Sadly, Charlie is no longer with us, and is one of those "eminent dead" himself.

    In today's solo episode of the Ambitious Lifestyle Business podcast, John Lamerton, author of Big Ideas.. for Small Businesses introduces us to some of his dead friends...

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    6 mins
  • A Little Less Leverage?
    Nov 10 2024

    In this short episode of the Ambitious Lifestyle Business podcast, bestselling business author John Lamerton explains why "a little leverage is a great thing", but a lot could spell DISASTER.

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    5 mins