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804 - The Power of Authority with Michelle Prince

803 - Placing the Right People with the Right Companies with Blake Rian Consulting's Suzanne Justice

Perform stronger.Today we're joined by Robbie Crabtree, the Founder of Performative Speaking.Robbie is a performative speaker and uses his own philosophy to create a method that works with audiences. As a former trial lawyer, Robbie had a system of telling stories that stirred emotion and proved his points and later turned this into the Performative Speaking that he teaches to other entrepreneurs today.Learn more about Robbie and the work he has done with storytelling and much more on this episode of The Thoughtful Entrepreneur.More from UpMyInfluence✅ We are actively booking guests for our DAILY Entrepreneur Success Podcast. Schedule HERE.✅ Are you a 6-figure consultant? Let us fill your sales schedule and move you to 7-figures. Learn more here.✅ Check out our free Authority Transformation Masterclass.TRANSCRIPT0:00Welcome to The Thoughtful Entrepreneur Show. I'm Josh Elledge, Founder and CEO of UpMyInfluence.com. We turn entrepreneurs into media celebrities, grow their authority, and help them build partnerships with top influencers. We believe that every person has a unique message that can positively impact the world. Stick around to the end of the show; we'll reveal how you can be our next guest on one of the fastest-growing daily inspiration podcasts on the planet in 15 to 20 minutes. Let's go.Thanks for listening to The Thoughtful Entrepreneur show. If you are a thoughtful business owner or professional who would like to be on this daily program, please visit UpMyInfluence.com slash guest. Now if you got something out of this interview would you share this episode on social media? Just do a quick screenshot with your phone and text it to a friend or post it on the socials. If you do that, tag us with the hashtag UpMyInfluence. Each month, we scour Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram. We pick one winner from each platform, and you get crowned king or queen of that social media. What do you win? We're going to promote you and your business to over 120,000 social media fans totally free. Now, can you also hook us up now in your podcast player right now? Please give us a thumbs up or a rating and review. We promise to read it all and take action. We believe that every person has a message that can positively impact the world. Your feedback helps us fulfill that mission. And while you're at it, hit that subscribe button. You know why? Tomorrow, that's right, seven days a week, you are going to be inspired and motivated to succeed 15 minutes a day. My name is Josh Elledge. Let's connect on the socials. You'll find all the stuff we're doing UpMyInfluence.com. Thanks for listening and thank you for being a part of The Thoughtful Entrepreneur movement.

801 - The Logical Conclusion with the Nth Degree CPAs Dan Nicholson

Building Strong Foundations: The Ironman Mindset for Business Success with Robert Clinkenbeard In a recent episode of The Thoughtful Entrepreneur, host Josh Elledge sat down with Robert Clinkenbeard, CEO of The Radix Group LLC and author of The Ironman Mindset for Entrepreneurs. With a career rooted in commercial landscaping and a passion for coaching, Robert shared key strategies for business owners to elevate their companies, empower teams, and work on their businesses—not just in them. From Landscaper to Business Coach Originally from the UK, Robert built a highly successful commercial landscaping company with over 350 employees before selling it in 2016. His experience taught him invaluable lessons about leadership, delegation, and sustainable growth—lessons he now shares as a business coach. Through The Radix Group, Robert helps companies across the U.S. and Canada overcome plateaus, refine processes, and build solid foundations for future success. The Ironman Mindset: Endurance and Vision Drawing parallels between competing in Ironman triathlons and growing a business, Robert emphasizes the importance of patience, endurance, and strategic planning. Success in business, much like an Ironman race, requires a clear vision, consistent training, and surrounding yourself with the right team. Quick wins can feel satisfying, but sustainable growth comes from playing the long game. In Robert’s words: “You could easily jump in and complete a task yourself, but that’s not the long game. Building a strong team allows you to free up time, empower leaders, and focus on where you want to take your business.” Key Takeaways for Entrepreneurs Delegate and Empower: Avoid burnout by building a leadership team and empowering them to solve problems. Focus on Systems: Map out processes, assign ownership, and continually refine them for long-term success. Adopt the Long Game: Growth takes time. Prioritize sustainable strategies over quick fixes. Learn More: Explore Robert’s business coaching services at The Radix Group LLC. Get your copy of The Ironman Mindset for Entrepreneurs on Amazon. Listen to Robert’s podcast, The Commercial Landscaper, where he interviews leaders sharing best practices for business growth. Additional Resources: On Delegation and Leadership: “Why Delegation Is Important in Leadership” – Harvard Business Review On Building Systems for Growth: “How to Create Business Systems That Scale” – Entrepreneur.com On Long-Term Success and Mindset: “What It Takes to Succeed in Business: Patience and Long-Term Vision” – Forbes Apply to be a Guest on The Thoughtful Entrepreneur: https://go.upmyinfluence.com/podcast-guest   Don’t forget to subscribe to The Thoughtful Entrepreneur and thank you for listening. Tune in next time!   More from UpMyInfluence: We are actively booking guests for our The Thoughtful Entrepreneur. Schedule HERE. Are you a 6-figure consultant? I’ve got high-level intros for you. Learn more here. What is your #1 Lead Generation BLOCKER? Take my free quiz here. Want to learn more about all the podcasts managed by UpMyInfluence? Opt in here.  

799 - Consistent Content with Captivate's Justin Nassiri

798 - Empowering Performance with Jennifer Helene Popken

797 - Fashion Technology with The Growth Boss's Deirdre Tshien

796 - Franchises are a Business in a Box with Franchise Logic's Careyann Golliver

795 - Key Sustainable Habits for Fitness and Nutrition with Gav Gillibrand