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The Entrepreneurial Leap Podcast

by Entrepreneurial Leap

The Entrepreneurial Leap Podcast tells the stories of successful entrepreneurs. Come find inspiration, learn through real-world examples, and connect with mentors and fellow entrepreneurs. Meet Our New Host For over 30 years, Rob Dube (https://robdube.com/) has been thriving as a purpose-driven entrepreneur. He is the co-Founder of imageOne which has won dozens of awards for its people-first and purpose-driven culture from outlets like Forbes and Inc. Magazine. Rob is also the author of donothing: the Most Rewarding Leadership Journey You Will Ever Take, the host of the Leading with Genuine Care podcast, and host of the Do Nothing Leadership Retreat in Colorado. Learning Through Stories We hope you find our new podcast both inspiring and educational. But, mostly, we hope you join our community of listeners to gain a deeper understanding of the entrepreneurial journey as you work toward achieving your own entrepreneurial goals. Visit www.e-leap.com (http://www.e-leap.com/) for content, tools & resources to help you on your journey toward entrepreneurial mastery.

Episodes

S2 Ep14: The Power of Vulnerability and Self-Improvement in Entrepreneurship: An Interview with Kelly Siegel

44m · Published 09 Nov 12:00

Entrepreneur Kelly Siegel, CEO of National Technology Management (NTM), shares his inspiring journey from a challenging upbringing to achieving business success. Through hard work, learning from failures, and a focus on education and emotional intelligence, Kelly has experienced personal and professional growth. He discusses the evolution of the IT industry, the power of effective communication, and the role of personal development in his success. Furthermore, Kelly reveals his passion for giving back and making a significant impact through charitable donations. Learn how vulnerability, hard work, and self-improvement can transform your own entrepreneurial path.
Key Points

Kelly Siegel's first business was a paper route that taught him valuable sales skills and the importance of survival.
Effective communication: Kelly highlights the importance of responding rather than reacting and practicing emotional intelligence.
The bigger the problem you solve, the more successful you'll be in business.
Having a mentor or business coach can greatly benefit your entrepreneurial journey by providing guidance and support.
Core values are paramount in decision making, as they give you a baseline for making choices that align with who you are and where you want to go.
A partnership can be beneficial if both parties are in complete alignment and clearly defined roles are established.
Embrace the fact that there is always more to learn.

Best Quotes

"Your problems are not unique and the limiting beliefs you have in your head are not unique. We all have 'em."
"If you're honest and you have integrity, you don't need to tell anybody. Your actions show that."
"When you put standards in your life and in your business, people and companies will exit themselves out because they're no longer in alignment with you."
"You don't know what you don't know. And most of what you know is wrong."

S2 Ep13: Eric Rieger - From T-Shirts to IT Services: A Journey of Entrepreneurial Growth

45m · Published 25 Oct 16:22

In this interview, Eric Rieger, founder and CEO of Webit Services, shares his entrepreneurial journey from a T-shirt business to an IT service company. He emphasizes the importance of planning, problem-solving, and learning from mistakes.
Eric also discusses the significance of having someone who believes in you, the benefits and challenges of starting a business while still employed, and the need for financial literacy. The conversation touches on the traits every entrepreneur should have, the role of mentors, handling criticism, and having a clear vision in business.
Lastly, Eric talks about employee ownership, embracing a learning culture, and the value of coaching and mentoring in business growth and culture development.
Key Points

Learning from mistakes and taking shortcuts for efficient problem-solving
Balancing entrepreneurship with part-time work for financial stability
The importance of generating cash flow early on, understanding finances, and the difference between profit and cash.
The importance of having a clear purpose and understanding your "why" as an entrepreneur, and the desire to address income inequality and make a positive impact.
A coach or mentor who understands and supports mental health is crucial for entrepreneurs to navigate the challenges of entrepreneurship.
Having a clear vision is crucial for entrepreneurs as it provides direction and purpose for their business.
Employee stock ownership plans can align employees' interests with the company's goals and contribute to the vision of creating a better world.

Best Quotes

"Every beginning has an ending, and when you're a business owner, that ending is referred to as your exit strategy."
"You have to have at least one person in your life who believes in you enough to give you that push into taking that leap."
"Financial freedom buys you time, and time is the most valuable thing you have."
"Embrace your inner idiot. And that's how you learn together, right?"
"Who better to take care of the company than the people who are creating the value and putting their heart and soul into it?"
"Have somebody who can guide you and see when you're heading down the wrong path or congratulate you, because a lot of times we won't take credit."

S2 Ep12: Building a Career and Company with Passion and Purpose

43m · Published 12 Oct 16:06

In this episode, Mike Sullivan, co-founder of a successful advertising agency, shares his entrepreneurial journey and highlights the importance of self-awareness in effective leadership. He discusses the valuable insights he has gained over the past 20 years, from making mistakes and learning lessons to creating a "best places to work" environment. The interview delves into the essential traits of an entrepreneur, the significance of mentors, and the value of vision and values in building a company. Mike also opens up about the challenges he faced, including losing significant revenue and dealing with an existential crisis, and shares personal practices that helped him overcome difficult times and build a stronger business.
Key Points

Mike's experience emphasizes the importance of having equity and a stake in the businesses you build.
Learning from mistakes and applying lessons along the way.
Establishing a great regional reputation and a best places to work environment.
Navigating the advertising industry without academic credentials.
The impact of mentors in shaping personal and professional growth.
The importance of careful client selection based on shared values and respectful behavior.
The balance between hard work and burnout in the early stages of building a business.

Best Quotes

"Values are really important for helping you make decisions, you know, what you stand for. And really importantly, what you stand against."
"If you're gonna partner with somebody, make sure that you understand what you're each bringing to the game."
"Finding great partners is really important. And then really being clear on what you're bringing to the party and what the other's bringing to the party is critically important too."
"I felt like I needed to run the business, but I also needed to be working on the business."

S2 Ep11: Roderick Walker: The Power of Mindset and Systems

47m · Published 28 Sep 18:22

Join host Rob Dube as he interviews Roderick Walker, a former UPS driver who transformed his life by becoming a successful entrepreneur. Roderick shares his experiences and insights, highlighting the importance of mindset, learning from successful individuals, and implementing effective systems and processes. He also emphasizes the significance of mentors, continuous learning, and investing in oneself as keys to achieving growth and success in the business world. This episode provides valuable inspiration and practical advice for aspiring entrepreneurs.
Key Points

After working at UPS, a health challenge sparked Roderick's desire for entrepreneurship and led him to create his own successful event planning company.
Roderick's definition of success shifted from financial independence to creating unique businesses that have a lasting impact.
Overcoming health issues sparked a determination to swing at every opportunity that comes his way.
Entrepreneurship teaches valuable lessons in guaranteeing and improving a product.
Service businesses are easier to start and offer the opportunity to trade time for money.
Continuous learning through reading books, business journals, and financial magazines is crucial.

Best Quotes

"Success is a blend of appreciating accomplishments, never settling, and continuously venturing into new opportunities."
"So as you're growing and as you're learning and you're able to glean the lessons from the mistakes that you make, and you're able to capitalize on these opportunities, I think that progression opens the door to other mentors as well."
"I can't stress enough how important it is to be willing to invest in yourself."
"To me, investing has always been my knowledge base. How can I widen, how can I deepen, how can I improve my knowledge base?"
"If I had to choose one thing that I did the rest of my life, it would probably be that I continue to invest in education."

Entrepreneurial Leap Resources

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S2 Ep10: Dr. Doug Brackmann: Harnessing the Power of Driven Entrepreneurs

39m · Published 07 Sep 15:14

In this episode, Dr. Doug Brackmann highlights the importance of meditation, biohacking, and mindset tools in harnessing the genetic gifts of entrepreneurs. He emphasizes the value of mentors, emotional intelligence, and accurate self-assessment in achieving success. Additionally, the discussion revolves around seeing problems as opportunities, taking criticism lightly, and staying in one's personal sweet spot while appreciating the journey. This conversation offers inspiration and information for aspiring entrepreneurs.
Key Points

Meditation and biohacking can help entrepreneurs achieve powerful thought and action, enhancing their chances of success.
Driven individuals often exhibit traits commonly associated with ADHD and Asperger's, like curiosity and openness.
College teaches valuable skills such as business accounting, but it's important to be selective in the courses taken.
Being bound by outcome-driven thinking can hinder progress, while trust in the process allows for growth.
Entrepreneurship requires responsibility, vision, passion, problem-solving skills, risk-taking, and being driven.
Learning from others is as valuable as teaching them.
Seeing problems as opportunities for growth and learning.

Best Quotes

"Most important thing college will teach you is how to do things you don't wanna do."
"The worst things that ever happened to me turned out to be the best."
"Being able to see through your emotion is one of the most important things I can teach young entrepreneurs."

S2 Ep9: Cultivating a Positive Company Culture: Values, Attitude, and Leadership

32m · Published 25 Aug 13:31

In this episode of the Entrepreneurial Leap Podcast, host Rob Dube interviews Charles Coristine, the CEO of Lesser Evil Snacks. Charles shares his unique entrepreneurial story, emphasizing his passion for mindfulness and healthy living. He discusses the strategies he employed to build a successful business, such as embracing risk-taking and becoming a problem solver.
Charles also highlights the importance of clear communication and constant feedback in cultivating a strong company culture. He emphasizes the significance of values, attitude, and empathy in leadership, as well as the value of hiring for attitude rather than just skills. Overall, this interview provides insights into the fascinating journey of Lesser Evil Snacks and the key elements that contribute to their success.
Key Points

Charles believes in focusing on the process and not trying to hit home runs right out of the gate.
Starting a company allowed Charles to work on himself and become the person he wanted to be.
Charles got into the snacking business through synchronicity and a desire to live a holistic lifestyle.
He always had entrepreneurial tendencies, starting with a paper route as a child, and his mother instilled confidence in him.
Embracing risk and playfulness in entrepreneurship

Best Quotes

"Being an entrepreneur is super stressful, but for whatever reason, the environment was a lot better for me and it allowed me to flourish."

Entrepreneurial Leap Resources

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Connect with Charles Coristine

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S2 Ep8: The Power of Learning, Relationships, and Hard Work: Todd Sachse's Success Story

42m · Published 11 Aug 14:50

In this episode, Todd Sachse, founder and CEO of Sachse Construction, shares his inspiring entrepreneurial journey. Starting from selling candy in middle school, he went on to establish window washing and maid service businesses before building a construction empire. Sachse emphasizes the value of continuous learning, nurturing relationships, and putting in hard work. He also highlights the significant role of mentors in guiding him in both business and personal matters, as well as the importance of seeking feedback for continuous improvement and growth. Furthermore, the episode explores the incorporation of core values into company culture and their impact on business success, along with insights on when entrepreneurs should discover their own core values.

Key Points

Todd's entrepreneurial journey started in middle school with selling candy at a high margin.
The love for pottery and the challenges it presents correlate to the art, science, and craft involved in entrepreneurship.
Having mentors can be invaluable in providing guidance and support.
Being curious and asking questions are key to learning and improving.
Sacrifices and living with limited resources are often necessary during the early stages of a business.
Core values are not decided, but discovered, just like Einstein discovered the theory of relativity.
Core values can have a biblical impact on the company's culture and success.

Best Quotes

"If you have the ability, the resources, and the commitment to go to college and get a four year degree, what you learn the most is how to learn."
"You learn how you learn because in any business that you're in now, I don't care. You're an entrepreneur, otherwise you have to be a lifelong learner because things are constantly changing."
"I'm the luckiest person in the world because I didn't have a mentor. Okay. I actually had four."
"You gotta be willing to take risk and you have to have confidence that somehow you're gonna figure it out."

Entrepreneurial Leap Resources

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Connect with Todd Sachse

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S2 Ep7: Discovering Your Conative Strengths with Kathy Kolby

58m · Published 28 Jul 15:47

In this interview, acclaimed theorist Kathy Kolby discusses her groundbreaking work on conative strengths and problem-solving abilities. She emphasizes the importance of understanding one's innate abilities and debunks misconceptions about personal change. Kolby also explores the impact of conative expectations on stress levels and delves into the four instinctive modes and their relevance to entrepreneurship. Additionally, she shares her personal journey of overcoming dyslexia, fighting scientific lies, and advocating for fairness and equality.

Through her entrepreneurial experiences, Kolby exemplifies the power of hard work, problem-solving, and making a positive difference in the world. Despite facing challenges such as stolen work and gender biases, she remains committed to her vision of helping others discover their true selves and finding peace and joy in their lives. Her resilience, determination, and ability to turn adversity into her life's work make her a true trailblazer in her industry.

Key Points

The significance of focusing on the future rather than dwelling on the past as a key trait of entrepreneurs
Kathy Kolbe has been challenging the scientific world's lies about connation, a concept she believes to be crucial and often misunderstood.
She discovered her passion for fairness and equality at a young age, always striving to find ways to help people be equal and make their differences work together.
Kathy Kolbe's focus as an entrepreneur is on making a positive impact and helping people find peace and joy.
Seeking the truth and accepting wise advice from trusted advisors was crucial to navigating the difficulties in business.
The power of connation: Kathy discovered the truth of connation while recovering from a brain injury and used it to reshape her business and personal life.
Starting from scratch: Despite almost losing everything, Kathy went back to business, proving that the people who needed her work were still out there.

Best Quotes

"Most of the stress in the world is caused by misplaced conative expectations and responsibilities."
"I would say to every entrepreneur out there, seek the wisest advisors you can possibly find and tell them you want the truth."
"If you have creative problem-solving, you decide what you want to do, and you'll be able to do it."
"Sometimes you have to get really creative and use your creative abilities to figure out, I didn't want to do that anyway. What can I do that I really want to do?"

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Connect with Kathy Kolbe

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Website

S2 Ep6: Building a Multi-Million Dollar Flooring Business: Ted Christoff's Secrets to Growth

48m · Published 12 Jul 14:17

Ted Christoff, co-owner of Christoff and Sons Floor Covering, Inc, shares his inspiring journey from a family-owned restaurant to building a thriving flooring business. Through hard work, innovation, and a focus on customer service, the business experienced exponential growth. Ted emphasizes the importance of education, dedication, and grit in the entrepreneurial path. He also discusses the significance of organization, continuous learning, and investing in employees for creating a welcoming environment. Ted further highlights the impact of mentorship on personal and professional growth, and how seeking guidance can lead to entrepreneurial success.

Key Points

The journey of the business involved overcoming obstacles, adapting to challenges, and embracing growth opportunities.
Always be curious and never stop learning about your industry.
Take calculated risks to expand your business.
Create structure and responsibility within your organization.
Seek out mentors, both within your family and in the community, to gain valuable insights and guidance.

Best Quotes

On Legacy: "I think our family and what we leave behind with our legacy is something very important."

On Getting Paid: "Here's how you get paid at the end of the week, you open up the drawer and if there was money in it, you get to split it."

On Selling: "Selling is really solving problems for people. And that I like doing."

On Networking: "You'd be surprised how open people are in the community to meeting with you if you show an interest and ask really good questions."

Entrepreneurial Leap Resources

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Entrepreneurial Leap Book
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Connect with Ted Christoff

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Website

S2 Ep5: Unleashing Your Inner Entrepreneur with E-Leap Visionary, Ryan Henry

53m · Published 29 Jun 14:53

Join us as we explore Ryan Henry's inspiring entrepreneurial journey on this episode of The E-Leap Podcast. Ryan is an EOS Implementer and the Visionary of E-Leap.

He shares his experiences from growing up in an entrepreneurial family to his first venture, highlighting the importance of learning and his decision to pursue college.

We also discussed the challenges he faced and his ultimate success in the construction industry, delving into the topic of incompatible business partnerships and Ryan's journey through personal and corporate bankruptcy.

Ryan emphasizes the significance of clarity, confidence, and community for emerging entrepreneurs. He touches on EOS, the book Traction, and the Entrepreneurial Leap Academy, which is a transformative program developed by visionary entrepreneurs who have already achieved success. The program empowers early-stage entrepreneurs with the tools they need to succeed.

Key Points

Gain insights and wisdom from Ryan's expertise and leadership in entrepreneurship.
Unleash your creativity, discover freedom, and make an impact by joining Entrepreneurial Leap Academy.
Overcame challenges and successfully established a real estate development and construction management company.
Ryan's business appeared successful externally, but internally he was facing chaos and dissatisfaction.
Entrepreneurial Leap (E-Leap) is a book and an academy that helps entrepreneurs identify their traits and gain clarity, confidence, and community.

Best Quote

• "We're happy to tell you literally everything we've learned and give it to you."

The Entrepreneurial Leap Podcast has 88 episodes in total of non- explicit content. Total playtime is 23:50:25. The language of the podcast is English. This podcast has been added on August 26th 2022. It might contain more episodes than the ones shown here. It was last updated on May 26th, 2024 06:10.