INspired INsider Podcast Creating Win-Win Scenarios with Steve Sims Founder of BlueFish
Today we have Steve Sims, the founder of BlueFish. Steve started off as a bricklayer and he has created one of the world's most recognized concierge firms, BlueFish Concierge.
He is the author of Bluefishing: The Art of Making Things Happen
As he describes it, "Bluefish is not a gopher service, an old boy's network or a snobby bunch of party crashing showoffs. Please don't call us to pick up your dry cleaning. Instead, we offer the highest level of personalized travel and entertainment-related services."
Steve has helped people take a submarine to see the remains of the Titanic, get on stage and perform with Journey, attend Elton John's Oscar party, and he even helped someone get married by the Pope at the Vatican and much more.
Here's a glimpse of what you'll learn:- [0:55] Jeremy introduces his guest, Steve Sims.
- [2:30] Steve talks about his journey of getting a book deal.
- [7:00] Why did Steve have to interview to narrate his own audiobook?
- [9:30] Steve shares his experience parenting.
- [12:00] How would Steve's wife say that he's changed?
- [17:30] Creating "Win, Win" scenarios.
- [22:30] Steve talks about his work with philanthropic organizations.
- [25:00] The Ugly Baby Syndrome.
- [27:30] What is Steve the best at?
- [29:30] Steve talks about surprising his wife.
- [34:30] Fear causes hesitation.
- [36:30] The most challenging experience Steve has arranged.
- [44:30] Steps toward changing your life.
What do win-win scenarios have to do with creating custom made unique experiences? On this episode of Inspired Insider, you'll hear from business leader and innovator, Steve Sims. Steve opens up about his strategy of creating win-win scenarios while connecting and networking with influential individuals that allow him to accomplish his amazing work. Steve understands the special power of building relationships. Listen to this episode as he tells his story, explains why he doesn't make people owe him a favor, describes the ups and downs of navigating life as a parent, and much more! You don't want to miss this encouraging episode!
As a successful business leader, how do you prepare your kids for life without going through the same obstacles and difficulties you experienced? Is it even possible to do that? Is the best course of action to protect them or to expose them too hard realities and important life lessons? On this episode of Inspired Insider, Steve Sims shares his experience as a parent and how he is taking a proactive approach to teaching his kids. Steve started his journey to success from humble beginnings and he wants to cultivate a robust work ethic for his children. Listen to this episode as Steve goes deeper with this topic as he explains his approach. Don't miss it!
How do successful leaders and networkers like Steve Sims make the connections necessary to get seemingly impossible things done? It's all about building relationships and creating win-win scenarios. Everyone has been on the losing side of a win-lose scenario, those are the worst! Most people want to create win-win situations, but how can you make those happen? On this episode of Inspired Insider, Steve Sims tells a story of how he was able to put this principle into practice. If you want a behind the scenes look into the art of making things happen, this is your chance! Hear all about Steve's unique approach on this episode!
What motivates you in the line of work you have committed yourself to? Is your work a means to an end or are you able to incorporate your passion into your career? On this episode of Inspired Insider, business leader Steve Sims goes over his passion for connecting his work to worthwhile philanthropic causes. Because Steve's work revolves around networking and making connections with influential people, often a tie that binds people is a philanthropic cause. Imagine what it would be like to marry your skillset to a noble cause like The Aids Foundation. What lessons can you take away from Steve's story? Listen to this episode to find out!
An important lesson that can take some leaders years to learn is the art of delegation. Let's face it, as a leader you love to be in control to a greater or lesser degree. The key is to learn how to reign in that need to control things in order to empower those around you to do the work you've hired them to complete. While this isn't always an easy lesson to learn, it is a vital one. How would you evaluate your ability to delegate tasks and empower those around you? Learn more on this subject from influential leader, Steve Sims on this episode of Inspired Insider!
Resources Mentioned on this episode- Steve's Book: Bluefishing: The Art of Making Things Happen
- https://www.thebluefish.com/
- Point Blank
- The Aids Foundation
- Joe Polish
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