Episodes

  • Burnout, Business, & Playing Big With Scott Anderson

    Burnout, Business, & Playing Big With Scott Anderson
    Sep 23 2024
    In this episode, Nickolas Natali and Scott Anderson dive into the complexities of burnout, particularly in the entrepreneurial landscape. They explore the symptoms of burnout, the importance of recognizing when one is experiencing it, and the counterintuitive methods to recover from it. Scott shares his personal journey through burnout, emphasizing the need for regular stress relief and the significance of taking breaks. They discuss the concept of 'goal shedding' to enhance productivity and the importance of hiring the right people to foster a positive work environment. Ultimately, they highlight the importance of living a life of service and fulfillment, encouraging listeners to focus on what truly matters in their personal and professional lives. Takeaways Burnout is a genuine disorder recognized by the World Health Organization.Many entrepreneurs struggle with maintaining their businesses, leading to burnout.Recognizing the symptoms of burnout is crucial for recovery.Taking breaks and relieving stress throughout the day is essential.The Pomodoro method can help manage work and recovery periods effectively.Goal shedding helps entrepreneurs focus on what truly matters.Hiring based on assessments rather than personal bias leads to better outcomes.Living out of fear can hinder personal and professional growth.Service to others is a key component of fulfillment in life.Finding joy in work is a sign of being on the right path. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Burnout and Business Journey 02:13 Recognizing Burnout Symptoms 09:47 The Path to Recovery from Burnout 16:29 Counterintuitive Solutions to Burnout 24:34 The Importance of Breaks and Recovery 30:16 Goal Shedding for Entrepreneurs 37:07 Hiring for Success and Trust 43:45 Living a Life of Service and Fulfillment Support The Nickolas Natali Show on Patreon⁠: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/nickolasnatali⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Nickolas Natali’s Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://nickolasnatali.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Reach out for exciting sponsorship opportunities via email:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ linkedin.com/in/nickolasnatali⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Discover more insights by listening to the highly recommended episode: "Adapt or Die: Handle Rapid Change In Your Business" with Chris Do (Episode 149)”: Listen on Apple Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-nickolas-natali-show/id1454542200?i=1000602648253⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Listen on Spotify:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/episode/6liMaaSERCViPi4hWaB1d9?si=3f80c74beb3a4768 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Listen & Subscribe on Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k34fUhIY_Bc&list=PLmnHA11vF8FrjCWnndgcTAdfgN-EerYzX&ab_channel=TheNickolasNataliShow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Shop the latest merch: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://nickolasnatali.com/shop/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Nick’s Podcast Equipment Set Up (Affiliate): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/shop/nickolasnatali⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Nick’s At Home Fitness Equipment Set Up (Affiliate): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/shop/nickolasnatali⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Nick’s Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/nickolasnatali/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out our recommended products on the Amazon Store Front (Affiliate) ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/shop/nickolasnatali⁠⁠⁠ Scott Anderson's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottandersonms/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thenickolasnatalishow/support
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    51 mins
  • The Systems Needed To Scale Your Business With Jordan Armstrong

    The Systems Needed To Scale Your Business With Jordan Armstrong
    Sep 13 2024
    In this episode of the Nickolas Natali Show, host Nickolas Natali interviews Jordan Armstrong, who shares his journey from working in the NBA to becoming a successful entrepreneur. They discuss the challenges of entrepreneurship, the importance of investing in oneself, and the mental health struggles that many entrepreneurs face. Jordan emphasizes the significance of pursuing a purpose greater than oneself and the need for integrity in the coaching industry. The conversation also covers the phases of business growth and the importance of data in decision-making. Takeaways Jordan Armstrong shares his journey from the NBA to entrepreneurship.Investing in oneself is crucial for personal and professional growth.The coaching industry has both valuable and fraudulent elements.Mental health issues are prevalent among entrepreneurs.True fulfillment comes from pursuing a purpose bigger than oneself.Data-driven decision-making is essential for business success.Understanding the phases of business growth can prevent roadblocks.The gap between one's true self and public persona can lead to mental health struggles.Building a supportive network is vital for entrepreneurs. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Jordan Armstrong's Journey 03:47 Insights from NBA Locker Rooms 08:52 Burning the Boats: Going All In on Entrepreneurship 17:03 Investing in Yourself: The Coaching Experience 22:52 The Coaching Industry: Navigating Guarantees and Integrity 28:10 Phases of Business Growth: From Startup to Scale 39:06 Mental Health in Entrepreneurship 48:11 Finding Fulfillment in Life and Business Support The Nickolas Natali Show on Patreon⁠: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/nickolasnatali⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Nickolas Natali’s Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://nickolasnatali.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Reach out for exciting sponsorship opportunities via email:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ linkedin.com/in/nickolasnatali⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Discover more insights by listening to the highly recommended episode: "Adapt or Die: Handle Rapid Change In Your Business" with Chris Do (Episode 149)”: Listen on Apple Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-nickolas-natali-show/id1454542200?i=1000602648253⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Listen on Spotify:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/episode/6liMaaSERCViPi4hWaB1d9?si=3f80c74beb3a4768 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Listen & Subscribe on Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k34fUhIY_Bc&list=PLmnHA11vF8FrjCWnndgcTAdfgN-EerYzX&ab_channel=TheNickolasNataliShow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Shop the latest merch: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://nickolasnatali.com/shop/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Nick’s Podcast Equipment Set Up (Affiliate): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/shop/nickolasnatali⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Nick’s At Home Fitness Equipment Set Up (Affiliate): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/shop/nickolasnatali⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Nick’s Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/nickolasnatali/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out our recommended products on the Amazon Store Front (Affiliate) ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/shop/nickolasnatali⁠⁠ Jordan Armstrong's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/impact-ops/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thenickolasnatalishow/support
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    53 mins
  • He Owed The IRS $275,000 With Ryan Horn

    He Owed The IRS $275,000 With Ryan Horn
    Sep 6 2024
    Ryan Horn shares his journey from being broke and working 12-hour night shifts to becoming a successful entrepreneur. He emphasizes the importance of resourcefulness over resources and the need to take risks and bet on oneself. He discusses the breakthroughs he experienced through coaching and the impact it had on his business and personal life. He also shares the story of acquiring a personal training business for $0 and the challenges he faced with the IRS. Overall, his story highlights the resilience and determination required to succeed as an entrepreneur. In this conversation, Ryan shares his five-step framework for achieving business breakthroughs. The steps include clarity, commitment, coaching, courageous action, and course correction. He emphasizes the importance of having a clear vision and goals, being committed to taking action, seeking professional coaching for accountability and guidance, taking courageous action despite fear, and being open to course correction along the way. Ryan also discusses the power of asking powerful questions, the importance of focusing on who you want to become rather than just what you want, and the role of faith and personal values in achieving success. Overall, the conversation highlights the importance of mindset, strategy, and perseverance in living a fulfilling life. Takeaways Success in entrepreneurship is about resourcefulness, not resources. Taking risks and betting on oneself is necessary for growth and success. Coaching and personal development can lead to breakthroughs and transformation. Commitment, accountability, and focus are key factors in staying on track and taking action. Seeking professional coaching can provide guidance, support, and accountability. Taking courageous action, even in the face of fear, is necessary for growth and success. Being open to course correction and adjusting strategies along the way is important. Faith and personal values play a significant role in achieving success and living a fulfilling life. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and the Power of Resourcefulness 06:33 Betting on Yourself: Taking Risks for Growth 09:16 The Impact of Coaching on Business and Personal Life 17:25 Acquiring a Business for $0: A Game-Changing Opportunity 20:30 Overcoming Challenges: The IRS and Financial Setbacks 22:54 The Power of Asking Powerful Questions 26:38 Leveling Up Who We Believe Ourselves to Be 28:32 The Importance of Clarity and Focus 31:51 The Role of Vision and Goals 32:20 The Five Steps to Business Breakthroughs 43:58 Living a Fulfilling Life: Faith and Values Support The Nickolas Natali Show on Patreon⁠: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/nickolasnatali⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Nickolas Natali’s Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://nickolasnatali.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Reach out for exciting sponsorship opportunities via email:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ linkedin.com/in/nickolasnatali⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Discover more insights by listening to the highly recommended episode: "Adapt or Die: Handle Rapid Change In Your Business" with Chris Do (Episode 149)”: Listen on Apple Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-nickolas-natali-show/id1454542200?i=1000602648253⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Listen on Spotify:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/episode/6liMaaSERCViPi4hWaB1d9?si=3f80c74beb3a4768 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Listen & Subscribe on Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k34fUhIY_Bc&list=PLmnHA11vF8FrjCWnndgcTAdfgN-EerYzX&ab_channel=TheNickolasNataliShow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Shop the latest merch: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://nickolasnatali.com/shop/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Nick’s Podcast Equipment Set Up (Affiliate): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/shop/nickolasnatali⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Nick’s At Home Fitness Equipment Set Up (Affiliate): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/shop/nickolasnatali⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Nick’s Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/nickolasnatali/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out our recommended products on the Amazon Store Front (Affiliate) ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/shop/nickolasnatali⁠⁠ Ryan Horn's Linkedin: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-horn-b2768731/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thenickolasnatalishow/support
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    46 mins
  • Turning Pain into Confidence With Naftali Moses

    Turning Pain into Confidence With Naftali Moses
    Aug 23 2024
    The conversation explores the importance of authentic self-discovery and personal growth. It emphasizes the need to ask ourselves important questions about our identity, purpose, and what drives us. The guest, Naftali Moses, discusses indicators of progress in the right direction, such as feeling a sense of presence and doing things that are true to oneself. It highlights the importance of faith and overcoming the ego in order to experience true fulfillment and freedom. The concept of compartmentalization in society is discussed, with the suggestion that many people disassociate from their true selves in order to conform to societal expectations. In this conversation, Nickolas Natali discusses the importance of confronting oneself and integrating all aspects of life to live a fulfilling life. He also highlights the significance of vulnerability and radical honesty in relationships, both romantic and friendships. Natali shares personal experiences and insights from his friend Ben Hamer, who helped him gain perspective and humility. He concludes by emphasizing the importance of integrating the ideal and the animal within oneself to create harmony and live a fulfilling life. Takeaways Authentic self-discovery and personal growth are essential for a fulfilling life. Asking important questions about our identity, purpose, and what drives us can lead to progress in the right direction. Fear can be reframed as a signal to act and overcome, rather than a hindrance. Faith and overcoming the ego are key to experiencing true fulfillment and freedom. Having a system of values and beliefs helps anchor oneself and guide their actions. Vulnerability and radical honesty are crucial in building strong and truthful relationships. Good friends who provide support and radical honesty are invaluable in life. Integrating the ideal and the animal within oneself creates harmony and leads to a fulfilling life. Chapters 00:00 The Importance of Authentic Self-Discovery and Personal Growth 02:02 Reframing Fear as a Signal to Act 08:59 The Role of Faith and Overcoming the Ego 19:48 The Impact of Societal Expectations and Compartmentalization 22:42 Confronting Oneself and Integrating All Aspects of Life 26:38 The Power of Vulnerability and Radical Honesty in Relationships 27:35 The Value of Good Friends and Radical Honesty 32:51 Creating Harmony by Integrating the Ideal and the Animal Support The Nickolas Natali Show on Patreon⁠: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/nickolasnatali⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Nickolas Natali’s Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://nickolasnatali.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Reach out for exciting sponsorship opportunities via email:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ linkedin.com/in/nickolasnatali⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Discover more insights by listening to the highly recommended episode: "Adapt or Die: Handle Rapid Change In Your Business" with Chris Do (Episode 149)”: Listen on Apple Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-nickolas-natali-show/id1454542200?i=1000602648253⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Listen on Spotify:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/episode/6liMaaSERCViPi4hWaB1d9?si=3f80c74beb3a4768 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Listen & Subscribe on Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k34fUhIY_Bc&list=PLmnHA11vF8FrjCWnndgcTAdfgN-EerYzX&ab_channel=TheNickolasNataliShow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Shop the latest merch: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://nickolasnatali.com/shop/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Nick’s Podcast Equipment Set Up (Affiliate): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/shop/nickolasnatali⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Nick’s At Home Fitness Equipment Set Up (Affiliate): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/shop/nickolasnatali⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Nick’s Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/nickolasnatali/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out our recommended products on the Amazon Store Front (Affiliate) ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/shop/nickolasnatali⁠⁠ Naftali Moses' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/naftalimoses/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thenickolasnatalishow/support
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    46 mins
  • The Right Way To Exit Your Business With Mike Trigg

    The Right Way To Exit Your Business With Mike Trigg
    Aug 16 2024
    In this conversation, Mike Trigg shares insights on tech, innovation, and leadership. He discusses his early career experiences in Silicon Valley, the importance of feedback in the early stages of a company, and the traits of successful entrepreneurs. He emphasizes the need for a balance between ego and humility, the ability to identify critical success factors, and the importance of enjoying the journey rather than focusing solely on the destination. He also touches on the current state of the investor world, highlighting the concentration of capital in certain sectors like AI. In this conversation, Mike Trigg shares insights into the world of entrepreneurship and venture capital. He discusses the hype around AI and the importance of solving real customer problems. He emphasizes the need for businesses to focus on a specific market and refine their technology to deliver value. Mike also talks about the dynamics of Silicon Valley, the challenges of building a board, and the transition from founder CEO to professional CEO. He advises entrepreneurs to enjoy the journey and find fulfillment in the day-to-day process. Takeaways Early experiences in Silicon Valley can shape an entrepreneur's perspective on success and the challenges of the industry. Feedback is crucial in the early stages of a company to validate ideas and make necessary improvements. Successful entrepreneurs possess a balance of ego and humility, believing in their ideas while also being open to feedback and expertise from others. Entrepreneurship is a long and challenging journey, and enjoying the process is key to staying motivated and resilient. The investor world is currently concentrated in certain sectors such as AI. Choose a market that is big enough to scale and refine the technology to bring value. Enjoy the journey and find fulfillment in the day-to-day process of building a business. Chapters 00:00 Diving into the World of Tech, Innovation, and Leadership 01:24 Lessons from the Early Days of Silicon Valley 05:08 The Importance of Feedback in the Early Stages of a Company 08:50 The Traits of Successful Entrepreneurs 11:05 Identifying Critical Success Factors for Startup Growth 14:49 Enjoying the Journey of Entrepreneurship 18:47 The Concentration of Capital in the Investor World 27:18 Solving Real Customer Problems: The Key to Success in AI 29:07 Market Focus and Technology Refinement: The Path to Value 33:35 Navigating the Dynamics of Silicon Valley 35:12 Building a Board: Finding the Right Fit 36:05 Founder CEO to Professional CEO: Knowing When to Transition 37:21 Finding Fulfillment in the Journey of Entrepreneurship Support The Nickolas Natali Show on Patreon⁠: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/nickolasnatali⁠⁠⁠⁠ Nickolas Natali’s Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://nickolasnatali.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Reach out for exciting sponsorship opportunities via email:⁠⁠⁠⁠ linkedin.com/in/nickolasnatali⁠⁠⁠⁠ Discover more insights by listening to the highly recommended episode: "Adapt or Die: Handle Rapid Change In Your Business" with Chris Do (Episode 149)”: Listen on Apple Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-nickolas-natali-show/id1454542200?i=1000602648253⁠⁠⁠⁠ Listen on Spotify:⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/episode/6liMaaSERCViPi4hWaB1d9?si=3f80c74beb3a4768 ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Listen & Subscribe on Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k34fUhIY_Bc&list=PLmnHA11vF8FrjCWnndgcTAdfgN-EerYzX&ab_channel=TheNickolasNataliShow⁠⁠⁠⁠ Shop the latest merch: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://nickolasnatali.com/shop/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Nick’s Podcast Equipment Set Up (Affiliate): ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/shop/nickolasnatali⁠⁠⁠⁠ Nick’s At Home Fitness Equipment Set Up (Affiliate): ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/shop/nickolasnatali⁠⁠⁠⁠ Nick’s Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/nickolasnatali/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out our recommended products on the Amazon Store Front (Affiliate) ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/shop/nickolasnatali⁠ Mike Trigg's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/triggmike/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thenickolasnatalishow/support
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    53 mins
  • Side Hustle Master Class With Nick Loper

    Side Hustle Master Class With Nick Loper
    Aug 9 2024
    Nick Loper, the chief side hustler at Side Hustle Nation, joins the Nickolas Natali Show to discuss side hustles and how to better serve existing customers. Nick shares his experience with a house painting internship that sparked his entrepreneurial journey and the lessons he learned. He also talks about his ventures in the shoe business and virtual assistant services. Nick provides insights on finding customers, marketing strategies, and the three pillars of traffic, conversion, and economics. Nick Loper discusses indicators that your side hustle is ready to scale and the first action to take when scaling. He also talks about the importance of having a track record of profit that exceeds monthly expenses before quitting your day job. Nick emphasizes the value of business models that have inherent scalability. He shares strategies for effective time management, including prioritizing tasks and batch processing meetings. Nick also discusses the concept of revenue streams and advises simplifying first and diversifying second. Nick highlights the benefits of having mentors and being part of mastermind groups for accountability and support. He concludes by sharing his perspective on living a fulfilling life, which involves a combination of love, work, and progress. Takeaways Focus on better serving your existing customers rather than solely focusing on growing your audience.Validate your side hustle idea quickly and cheaply by pre-selling your product or service.Identify pain points and problems that people are willing to pay to solve.Specialize and serve a specific niche to stand out and build authority.Prioritize tasks and create a daily plan to manage your time effectively.Business models that have inherent scalability.Simplify your revenue streams and focus on one that works before diversifying.Having mentors and being part of mastermind groups can provide valuable guidance, accountability, and support..Living a fulfilling life involves a combination of love, work, and progress. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 01:34 Lessons from a House Painting Internship 02:33 The Roller Coaster Ride of the Shoe Business 04:27 Outsourcing Mistakes and Lessons Learned 05:52 The Rise of Virtual Assistants and Side Hustle Nation 09:40 The Strangest Side Hustles and Creative Marketing Strategies 11:35 The Three C's and Seven Steps to Side Hustle Success 16:37 Finding Customers and the Three Pillars of Success 19:23 Specializing and Standing Out in a Niche 22:21 Scaling Your Side Hustle 25:09 Effective Time Management 29:27 Simplifying and Diversifying Revenue Streams 35:09 Selling a Website 41:51 Living a Fulfilling Life Support The Nickolas Natali Show on Patreon⁠: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/nickolasnatali⁠⁠⁠ Nickolas Natali’s Website: ⁠⁠⁠https://nickolasnatali.com/⁠⁠⁠ Reach out for exciting sponsorship opportunities via email:⁠⁠⁠ linkedin.com/in/nickolasnatali⁠⁠⁠ Discover more insights by listening to the highly recommended episode: "Adapt or Die: Handle Rapid Change In Your Business" with Chris Do (Episode 149)”: Listen on Apple Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-nickolas-natali-show/id1454542200?i=1000602648253⁠⁠⁠ Listen on Spotify:⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/episode/6liMaaSERCViPi4hWaB1d9?si=3f80c74beb3a4768 ⁠⁠⁠ Listen & Subscribe on Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k34fUhIY_Bc&list=PLmnHA11vF8FrjCWnndgcTAdfgN-EerYzX&ab_channel=TheNickolasNataliShow⁠⁠⁠ Shop the latest merch: ⁠⁠⁠https://nickolasnatali.com/shop/⁠⁠⁠ Nick’s Podcast Equipment Set Up (Affiliate): ⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/shop/nickolasnatali⁠⁠⁠ Nick’s At Home Fitness Equipment Set Up (Affiliate): ⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/shop/nickolasnatali⁠⁠⁠ Nick’s Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/nickolasnatali/⁠⁠⁠ Check out our recommended products on the Amazon Store Front (Affiliate) ⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/shop/nickolasnatali⁠ Nick Loper's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickloper/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thenickolasnatalishow/support
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    44 mins
  • 10 Figure Business Advice With Zarik Megerdichian

    10 Figure Business Advice With Zarik Megerdichian
    Aug 2 2024
    Zarik Megerdichian, a visionary entrepreneur, shares his journey from fleeing conflict zones to building one of North America's largest wholesale printing companies. He emphasizes the importance of growth through acquisition and the power of turning adversity into opportunity. Zarik's story highlights the significance of resilience, innovation, and the support of a spouse in entrepreneurship. He also discusses the importance of quality, customer care, and strategic decision-making in scaling a business. Zarik Megerdichian, the founder of 4Over, shares his journey of building a successful printing business and his latest venture, Loop8. He emphasizes the importance of delegation, trusting your team, and being ready to make mistakes in order to expand your business. Zarik also discusses his exit strategy and the key factors to consider when selling a business. He shares insights into the inception of Loop8, a passwordless system that uses biometrics and personal authentication to enhance security. Zarik's belief in the power of innovation and giving back shines through in his entrepreneurial journey. Takeaways Growth through acquisition can be a powerful strategy for expanding a business.Resilience and innovation are key qualities for success in entrepreneurship.Quality and customer care are crucial for building a strong reputation and attracting customers.Having a supportive spouse who understands the entrepreneurial journey can be invaluable.Surrounding yourself with positive people and not giving up easily are important for overcoming challenges.Listening to advice and learning from others' experiences can be beneficial in shaping your own journey.Delegation is crucial for business expansion. Trusting your team and empowering them to make decisions is key.Being ready to make mistakes is part of the growth process. Learn from them and coach your team to avoid repeating them.Innovation and giving back are important aspects of a fulfilling life. Find ways to make a positive impact and help others in your entrepreneurial journey. Chapters 00:00 Growth Through Acquisition: A Path to Success 08:22 Resilience and Innovation: Turning Adversity into Opportunity 14:19 The Power of Quality and Customer Care 19:29 Strategic Decision-Making: Delegating and Avoiding Micromanagement 21:56 The Importance of a Supportive Spouse in Entrepreneurship 26:04 Surrounding Yourself with Positive People and Not Giving Up 33:39 Learning from Others' Experiences: Listening and Applying Advice 38:47 Making Good Decisions: The Key to Business Success 37:26 Building a Threatening Business 50:32 Revolutionizing Security with Loop8 01:03:43 Innovation and Giving Back Support The Nickolas Natali Show on Patreon⁠: ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/nickolasnatali⁠⁠ Nickolas Natali’s Website: ⁠⁠https://nickolasnatali.com/⁠⁠ Reach out for exciting sponsorship opportunities via email:⁠⁠ linkedin.com/in/nickolasnatali⁠⁠ Discover more insights by listening to the highly recommended episode: "Adapt or Die: Handle Rapid Change In Your Business" with Chris Do (Episode 149)”: Listen on Apple Podcast: ⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-nickolas-natali-show/id1454542200?i=1000602648253⁠⁠ Listen on Spotify:⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/episode/6liMaaSERCViPi4hWaB1d9?si=3f80c74beb3a4768 ⁠⁠ Listen & Subscribe on Youtube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k34fUhIY_Bc&list=PLmnHA11vF8FrjCWnndgcTAdfgN-EerYzX&ab_channel=TheNickolasNataliShow⁠⁠ Shop the latest merch: ⁠⁠https://nickolasnatali.com/shop/⁠⁠ Nick’s Podcast Equipment Set Up (Affiliate): ⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/shop/nickolasnatali⁠⁠ Nick’s At Home Fitness Equipment Set Up (Affiliate): ⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/shop/nickolasnatali⁠⁠ Nick’s Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/nickolasnatali/⁠⁠ Check out our recommended products on the Amazon Store Front (Affiliate) ⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/shop/nickolasnatali Zarik's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zarik-megerdichian-4b915313/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thenickolasnatalishow/support
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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • Don’t Give Up Early

    Don’t Give Up Early
    Jul 26 2024

    In this solo episode, Nickolas Natali shares a personal story of climbing Mount Whitney and relates it to the challenges of entrepreneurship. He emphasizes the importance of not quitting too early and pushing through difficult times. Nickolas encourages listeners to persevere and not give up on their entrepreneurial dreams. He also acknowledges that there may be a time to pivot or make a change, but until one can sustain themselves, they should keep going.


    Takeaways

    • Don't quit too early in your entrepreneurial journey.

    • Push through difficult times and challenges.

    • There may be a time to pivot or make a change, but don't give up until you can sustain yourself.

    • Just because things are difficult or uncomfortable doesn't mean you have to give up.


    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction and Climbing Mount Whitney

    03:21 The Importance of Not Quitting Too Early

    04:18 Pushing Through Difficult Times in Entrepreneurship

    05:39 Knowing When to Pivot or Make a Change

    06:34 Don't Give Up, Even When Things Are Uncomfortable

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