The Thoughtful Entrepreneur

In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks to the CEO & Co-Founder of Finless Foods, Michael Selden.Michael Selden, the founder of Finless Foods, is a pioneer in sustainable food production, specifically in the emerging field of cellular agriculture. With his expertise in entrepreneurship, Selden has built Finless Foods into a successful business that uses cutting-edge technology to produce meat products without the need for traditional animal agriculture. Selden's work is closely tied to his concern for sustainability and environmental conservation, which can provide valuable insights into the future of food and the potential for technology to transform how we produce and consume food. By getting to know Selden, you can learn about the latest advances in sustainable food production and gain insights into the community of people passionate about creating a more sustainable and ethical food system. About Michael Selden: Since a young age, Michale has been a stalwart environmentalist, cultivating an acute awareness of the issues that plague the planet and pondering solutions to rectify systemic inequities. One such issue, the negative impact of animal agriculture and overfishing, inspired him to take action by dedicating his career to impacting positive change within the seafood industry. He first developed a passion for the interrelation of Science and food systems, specifically the critical roles they play in economic, environmental, and social justice, during my time at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, earning a B.S. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology.Michael began his career there by working in fungal epigenetics to save large monocultures like bananas from the destructive Panama disease. After school, he moved to Taiwan to teach Chemistry at an international high school, followed by working as a translator and Co-Editor-in-Chief at ChinaSMACK, a Shanghai-based news site. Following his return to the states, he worked at the Mount Sinai Icahn School of Medicine studying high-throughput cancer screening and as a research intern at New Harvest, a non-profit dedicated to propelling the field of cellular agriculture.Through the intersection of my previous roles and innate interests, he was drawn to a 2014 article in The Atlantic that announced a crucial scientific development: the ability to synthesize horseshoe crab blood, a vital component for quality control of many life-saving vaccines. He thought to himself - "if we can make horseshoe crab blood without horseshoe crabs, why can't we make seafood without harvesting fish?" One night over beers with his friend Brian Wywras, a research technician at the time, they fleshed out ideas that laid the foundation for what would soon become one of the most innovative companies in the field of cell-cultured seafood.In 2017, Finless Foods created the first fish meat grown outside of a living fish to ever be consumed by a person. Eventually, their passion and vision attracted $3.5 million in funding and landed Bryan and Michael spots on the Forbes 30 under 30 for Social Impact. When he's not working towards building a sustainable future for our oceans, you can find me hanging out with my bulldog Roscoe, making music, or reading the latest science fiction. About Finless Foods: Finless Foods is a food technology company focused on creating a sustainable future for seafood. Their goal is to contribute to preserving the ocean and its ecosystems, while offering consumers alternative seafood products that are both delicious and ethical.To achieve this, Finless Foods is leveraging innovative plant and cell culture technology, which allows them to produce seafood products without the need for traditional fishing methods. Using these techniques, they can create various alternative seafood options, including fish fillets and other seafood-based dishes.These products are designed to provide consumers with a sustainable and ethical alternative to traditional seafood options. They are created without the use of bait or a hook, which can help reduce the negative impact of fishing on the ocean's ecosystem.Overall, Finless Foods is focused on using technology to revolutionize how the world sources seafood. They believe that creating delicious and sustainable seafood products can help protect the ocean's ecosystem and ensure a healthier future for both people and the planet. Links Mentioned in this Episode:Want to learn more? Check out Finless Foods website at https://finlessfoods.com/Check out Finless Foods on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/finlessfoods/?hl=enCheck out Finless Foods on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/finlessfoods/Check out Michael Selden on LinkedIn athttps://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-selden/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.

In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the Founder, Career Counselor/ Career Coach, Entrepreneur of Next Great Step, Beth Hendler-Grunt. About Beth Hendler-Grunt: She is the founder and president of Next Great Step. She is a dynamic leader, advisor and facilitator who has extensive experience consulting with startups, Fortune 500 firms, universities and individuals. She founded Next Great Step with the sole focus of guiding college students and recent grads to help them land the job they deserve. Hendler-Grunt leverages techniques and insights from hiring managers and CEOs and brings those secrets to students to help them stand out and get the job. She has enabled hundreds of clients to achieve success, with 90% of her clients landing the job of their choice. She has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, SiriusXM radio, Kiplinger, CNN, Fortune and many other media outlets. She is also the mom of a recent college grad and college sophomore, so she gets it. About Next Great Step: It's specifically designed to provide guidance to college graduates as they embark on their professional journey. They're meant to help college graduates identify and focus on their desired career path, and it does so using a proven business approach. They do these by offering a variety of tools and resources, such as assessments, coaching, and workshops, that are aimed at helping college graduates gain clarity and direction in their career search. The strategies provided are likely tailored to each individual, taking into account their skills, interests, and goals and helping them develop a plan to achieve their career objectives. Next Great Step is a career counseling service that helps college graduates focus on their career paths using a business approach, providing personalized strategies to guide them toward their professional goals. Links Mentioned in this Episode: Want to learn more? Check out Next Great Step website at https://nextgreatstep.com/ http://www.nextgreatstep.com/news Check out Next Great Step at https://www.instagram.com/next_great_step/ Check out Next Great Step on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/nextgreatstep Check out Beth Hendler-Grunt on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/bethhendlergrunt/ Check out Beth Hendler-Grunt on Twitter at https://twitter.com/bhgrunt 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.

In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks to the Founders of Dynamic Fit Pros, Chris and Eric Martinez.Chris and Eric are experienced fitness professionals, authors, and hosts of the "Dynamic Lifestyle Podcast" who have helped numerous clients achieve their health and fitness goals. Chris and Eric take a personalized approach to fitness coaching. They understand that each individual has a unique body and specific needs, and thus they tailor their programs to fit their client's particular needs and goals. By working closely with clients to develop customized workout and nutrition plans, Chris and Eric ensure their clients achieve optimal results.They understand that the journey to health and fitness can be challenging, and thus they provide their clients with the motivation and support they need to stay on track and achieve their goals. They are always available to answer questions and provide guidance to their clients. They utilize science-backed methods and practical strategies to help clients see real fitness and overall health results. With their personalized approach, results-driven methods, accessibility and support, holistic approach, and valuable resources through their podcast, Chris and Eric can help you achieve your health and fitness goals and become the best version of yourself. About Chris and Eric Martinez: Chris and Eric are Business coaches and owners of "The Dynamic Fit Pros" where they help health and fitness coaches create more income, impact, influence, and independence in their coaching businesses. Along with being Multiple #1 International Best-Selling Authors, Podcasters, and Speakers. Chris and Eric have worked with over 700 health & fitness coaches to help them build their online businesses and scale them. After investing in high level business mastermind’s groups, elite coaching days with business and marketing coaches, losing $250k in mistakes, and having an online business for the last 12 years, Chris and Eric's mission now is to pass on their gifts and expertise to other fitness coaches.Chris and Eric have also built a six -figure online fitness coaching business by the name of Dynamic Duo Training and have worked with thousands of people via online and in person to help them look better, feel better, perform better, and live a dynamic lifestyle through training, nutrition, mindset, personal development, and lifestyle practices. As successful entrepreneurs themselves, Chris and Eric believe that everyone has the right to an abundant lifestyle, and the responsibility to help others have the same. They practice what they preach on a daily basis and that’s to live a dynamic lifestyle, which in their eyes means to keep evolving in life, health, wealth, love, happiness, and to never live a static and complacent lifestyle. About Dynamic Fit Pros: Dynamic Fit Pros is a company that helps online health and fitness professionals reach their goal of earning $10,000 per month. They do this by eliminating the complicated technology and eliminating the need for paid advertisements and fancy websites. Instead, they focus on simple, effective strategies that allow their clients to reach their financial goals while maintaining their focus on providing top-notch health and fitness services. Links Mentioned in this Episode:Want to learn more? Check out Dynamic Fit Pros website at https://donnagriffit.com/Check out Chris and Eric Martinez on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-eric-martinez-74956124/Check out Chris and Eric Martinez on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/chrisandericmartinez/Check out Chris and Eric Martinez on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ChrisandEricMartinez/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.

In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks to the Corporate Storyteller, Donna Griffit.Donna believes that people are more likely to connect with one another through personal stories rather than through technology. In business, customers don't form relationships with brands, but with the people behind the brand. By improving their storytelling abilities, business owners can establish stronger connections with their customers and build lasting relationships. She stresses that a key factor in capturing customers' attention and engagement is to create an emotional connection and address a specific need they have. Key points from the Episode: Overview on what a Corporate storyteller & Pitch Alchemist doesHow to switch off that ‘judgment bird’ to tell better stories?Is storytelling a critical skill to reach business goals?Elements of being a good storyteller in business About Donna Griffit: A Corporate Storyteller, has worked globally for over 18 years with Fortune 500 companies, Start-Ups and investors in a wide variety of industries. She has consulted and trained clients in over 30 countries, helping them create, edit and deliver verbal and written presentations, pitches and messages. Donna has the ability to magically spin raw data into compelling stories that captivate audiences and drive to results. Through her guidance clients have raised over a billion dollars.Everyone has a story to tell. There are no boring stories; only layers of information that obscure the beauty of the story. She's only here to help you peel away the layers and polish your tale to a beautiful hue. She feels privileged and humbled to be working with organizations that are changing the world, and she is thrilled to be a part of their path. Links Mentioned in this Episode:Want to learn more? Check out Donna Griffit on her website at https://donnagriffit.com/Check out Donna Griffit on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/donnaabraham/Check out Donna Griffit on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Donna.Griffit.Corporate.Storyteller/?fref=tsCheck out Donna Griffit on Twitter at https://twitter.com/Donna_GrifDon’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.

In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the Founder and CEO of PK Recruiting, Kelly Robinson.PK Recruiting is a unique recruitment agency that provides end-to-end services to clients looking to fill positions in their companies. According to Kelly, they differentiate themselves from other recruiters by their continuous efforts to retain talent and find the right fit for their clients. This sets PK Recruiting apart and makes them a reliable partner for companies seeking the best talent for their organization. She shared valuable tips on how to differentiate oneself as an employer of choice and become attractive in today's business world. The importance of differentiation was emphasized as crucial in attracting top talent. Key points from the Episode:What does PK Recruiting do?Who are ideal clients for PK Recruiting?Backstory on how Kelly got into the businessWhy do businesses help with recruiting?Services offered by PK RecruitingWhat makes PK Recruiting from other traditional recruiting agencies?Benefits of working with PK RecruitingTips to be an attractive employer today About Kelly Robinson: Kelly Robsinson has been building and implementing professional recruitment services since 1998 in a broad range of settings and industries. Before starting PKR (Panna Knows) in 2019, Kelly served as the Managing Partner for a five million-dollar firm for 13 years, growing it 1000%. As formerly quoted by the CEO, “We would not be where we are without Kelly, not only in her current role, but in her contributions throughout the years. She has been the most impactful hire”.With Kelly’s leadership, along with a best in class, collaborative and highly impactful team, PKR has already well exceeded over 1000% growth in just 3 years. Over 20 plus years of exploring every aspect of recruiting and hiring, she’s packaged her process into her Next Level Recruiting™ system and approach to recruitment. “I feel strongly that recruitment needs to be intentional. Our focus needs to be making the best possible match to help our partner achieve their objectives with the right time that they are able to retain.”The NLR framework details Kelly’s 9 Stages of the Talent Acquisition Life Cycle. Kelly has developed her PKR Reach program that offers NLR™ training to recruiters at all levels and her myPACT program which is a coaching program for select recruitment professionals. Kelly’s hope is to share her experiences with recruiters globally in a simplified step-by-step framework. She’s made mistakes, so you don't have to.Kelly is often heard saying, “Everyone has something to teach, and everyone has something to learn.” She believes that best recruiters do two things: 1) Listen and 2) Ask the hard questions. This is something that has been incorporated into her UnCulture™ philosophy. Kelly resides in Philadelphia and is a single mother to the love of her life, her 12-year-old son and her Cavapoo puppy. She loves working out, eating healthy, and making memories with those she loves. About PKR: PKR is a leading talent attraction program focused on recruiting with intention through structure, strategy, and support to connect employers with top talent. Robinson is an award-winning talent operations specialist for her expertise in hiring operations, talent acquisition and retention, and organizational leadership. She coaches leaders throughout the recruiting space globally on strategies for success in the digital era of work. Links Mentioned in this Episode:Want to learn more? Check out the PK Recruiting website at https://pkrecruiting.com/Check out PK Recruiting on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/pkrecruiting/Check out PK Recruiting on Facebook at https://ne-np.facebook.com/pannaknowsCheck out Kelly Robinson on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellyrobinson11/Check out Kelly Robinson on Twitter at https://twitter.com/krobpanna?lang=enDon’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.

In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the Author, Speaker, Serial Entrepreneur of Coach to the Best, Rich Russakoff.Rich recognizes that entrepreneurs can sometimes get caught up in the day-to-day operations of their businesses and lose sight of their role as leaders. He helps these individuals step back, reevaluate their priorities, and focus on what they do best: building relationships and creating a vision for their company. By shifting their focus from operational management to relationship building, entrepreneurs can become more effective leaders and drive their businesses forward. Rich provides the support and guidance needed to make this transition, helping entrepreneurs rediscover their passion and purpose as leaders.Rich emphasizes the importance of attracting and developing talented individuals in the success of a business. He points out that having a team of skilled and dedicated individuals is a critical factor in determining the success or failure of a company. The ability to attract and cultivate great people who have the skills and expertise to help the business succeed is a key differentiator for successful businesses. Rich works with entrepreneurs to help them build strong and effective teams, recognizing that the quality of the people they bring on board will have a major impact on the success of their ventures. Key points from the Episode:What is Coach To The Best about?3 stages of business growthDiscovering how Rich Russakoff helps companies with high growthWhat lifetime learners know that startups don’t?Understanding the role of CEO in the businessWhat are the things to look for when attracting leaders and managers? About Rich Russakoff: Rich Russakoff is an internationally acclaimed business coach, speaker, author, and serial entrepreneur. As President and CEO of ‘Coach to The Best’, Rich guides CEOs and entrepreneurs throughout the world. Rich is always in demand as a speaker, and has spoken at INC Magazine Conferences, the Fortune Growth Summit, The International Franchise Association, and at over 100 other entrepreneurial conferences and workshops throughout the world. He has also been a member of the faculty on the Entrepreneurial Masters Program at MIT for the past 20 years.He writes a daily email called "Food For Thought", which is the basis of his books, People, Time & Money: Volume One, published last June, and People, Time & Money: Volume Two which was published in July. He is also the author of How to Make Banks Compete to Lend You Money and the chapter on bank financing in Verne Harnish’s NYT’s bestselling book Rockefeller Habits. Rich’s articles have appeared in CBS Moneywatch, CNN’s Ask the Expert, and the Austin Business Journal. About Coach To The Best: Rich works with entrepreneurs to help them become better leaders. He helps them identify their strengths and weaknesses and provides guidance on how to improve their leadership skills. Through a combination of coaching, mentoring, and training, Rich equips entrepreneurs with the tools they need to be confident, effective, and successful leaders. Whether it's through improving communication skills, building more effective teams, or developing a clear and inspiring vision, Rich is dedicated to helping entrepreneurs become the best version of themselves as leaders. Links Mentioned in this Episode:Want to learn more? Check out the Coach To The Best website at https://coachtothebest.com/Check out Coach To The Best on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/coach-to-the-best/Check out Rich Russakoff on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/richrussakoff/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.

In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the Founder and CEO of Petite2Queen, Lynn Whitbeck.Lynn is a sales strategist who helps clients achieve success by focusing on worthy intent. This approach prioritizes making a positive impact and serving others over just closing sales. Lynn believes that this mindset leads to more meaningful and sustainable relationships with customers and ultimately, more successful sales outcomes.Lynn emphasizes the importance of determining the right fit between a client and a business's services. She believes that building genuine rapport and connection can help businesses make this determination quickly. She believes that being true to oneself leads to stronger and more authentic relationships with clients. By taking the time to understand the client's needs and goals, businesses can ensure that they are providing the right services for their clients and building mutually beneficial relationships. Key points from the Episode:Understanding the concept of worthy intentWhy is worthy intent critical  in the sales process?How to lead with worthy intent toincrease sales?How to rapidly build rapport and connection through worthy intent?Why does the mindset of abundance affect the sales process?5 Things your clients need to say YES toIdeal clients & Insights on Lynn Whitbeck’s work About Lynn Whitbeck: Lynn's fundamental value is to serve others. It's what motivates her. Lynn, the Founder and CEO of Petite2Queen, wakes up every morning saying, "There are so many things I have got to do today."Lyn is the Sales Queen. Business owners and entrepreneurs hire Lynn to ignite winning teams because most are chasing clients, locked in a hectic sales cycle, and needing more client retention, conversions, and revenues. As a result, she assists in transforming thinking from the client's perspective, ending sales pandemonium with a solid strategic strategy to harvest the hidden earnings. Bottom line: Lynn will boost your sales and provide long-term profits. About Petite2Queen: Petite2Queen assists the world by giving sales and leadership programs that enable people to achieve more in less time. They present a proven shortcut to adopt a growth mindset, discover the answers you seek, prevent blunders, and get ahead of the crowd, so you can confidently stand in your authority.No matter where you are on your path, their goal with the sales and leadership programs is to propel you to live your own true life. You get your formula with impactful ingredients and tools to help YOU accelerate your success. And it's a tremendous game changer when you convert into your actual self and learn what you're capable of. Links Mentioned in this Episode:Want to learn more? Check out the Petite2Queen website at https://petite2queen.com/Check out Petite2Queen on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/petite2queen/Check out Lynn Whitbeck on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynnwhitbeck/Check out Lynn Whitbeck on Twitter at https://twitter.com/LynnMWhitbeckCheck out Lynn Whitbeck on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/LynnWhitbeckDon’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.

In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the Host, Media Personality, Author, Kelly Roach.Kelly can help individuals and businesses scale and grow their online presence. With the right strategies and tools, Kelly can assist in building a life of fulfillment and financial stability through growing their business. This can be achieved by creating a comprehensive marketing plan, optimizing the company's website, leveraging social media, and implementing effective lead-generation tactics. Additionally, Kelly can provide valuable insights and recommendations on how to streamline operations and increase productivity, ultimately leading to a thriving business.She emphasized that achieving bigger goals in business is not the only metric for success. In fact, Kelly believes that these goals will be meaningless if the cost of reaching them involves sacrificing the quality of life with loved ones. Kelly encourages a balanced approach to business growth, ensuring that one's personal and professional life is in harmony. Key points from the Episode:Overview of Kelly Roach's workBackstory on how Kelly entered the businessThe impact of authenticity in the world of growth strategyDos & Don'ts to scale a businessPlaying a long game in business for longevityUnderstanding the impact of high value long form content in 2023Hope, How to, & Conviction Based Marketing for businessHow to stand out from business competition with high value content?About Kelly Roach: Kelly is an award-winning 8-figure entrepreneur, business consultant, and mentor to leaders and visionaries who are building legacies and disrupting their industries. She founded Kelly Roach International while working full-time in Fortune 500 as the youngest senior vice president at her firm, where she was promoted 7 times in 8 years, was responsible for leading teams of over 100 to record-breaking sales, and leading through the economic downturn of 2008 (without a single layoff). She built her business to 7-figures before quitting her corporate job, and now mentors CEOs and professionals around the globe to achieve freedom, financial abundance, and fulfillment in all areas of life.She is a 4X bestselling author, top-rated podcast host of The Kelly Roach Show (with over 2 million downloads), founder of The Conviction Marketing Agency and The Human Family Foundation nonprofit, where she is committed to ongoing philanthropic work, and co-founder of Give Her Courage and The Advance Women’s Expert Network. She has been featured in some of the world’s leading publications, including Forbes, Inc, and Business Insider. Tweetable Moments:02:54 - “The majority of small business owners are great at their craft, they're great at whatever it is that they do. But most of them don't have a decade of Fortune 500 experience building businesses before they started their company.”14:26 - “I think more people need to really upgrade their thinking around content, and I think they would put a lot more heart and conviction into it, which I think would get them far better results.” Apply to be a Guest on The Thoughtful Entrepreneur: https://go.upmyinfluence.com/podcast-guestLinks Mentioned in this Episode:Want to learn more? Check out Kelly Roach website at https://kellyroachcoaching.com/Check out Kelly Roach on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/kellyroachinternational/Check out Kelly Roach on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/groups/2080754075505322/Check out Chris Jones on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/kellyroachofficial/?hl=enDon’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.

In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks to the Keynote Speaker, Author, Entrepreneur, Certified EOS Implementer, of EOS Worldwide, Chris Jones. Chris is an expert in helping individuals uncover their strengths and using them to drive transformative growth in their businesses. He suggests that taking a break during difficult times can be beneficial as it allows access to a different part of the brain, leading to the discovery of previously unseen opportunities. Chris emphasizes the importance of considering the broader impact on the future of the business when facing a crisis. EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) is a system that provides a roadmap for entrepreneurs to guide their businesses towards growth and success. Chris recommends using this system as a tool to drive progress and advancement in a business. The system provides a clear path for entrepreneurs to follow and helps keep their efforts focused and on track, leading to improved outcomes. In essence, EOS serves as a roadmap for entrepreneurs to achieve their goals and spur growth in their businesses.   Key points from the Episode:  Overview on what & how EOS works Who can benefit from EOS Understanding the impact of EOS in today’s business Backstory on how Chris Jones got into the business Application of EOS in business to spur growth   About Chris Jones: Chris is a Certified EOS Implementer, Proven Entrepreneur, Author & Keynote Speaker. Chris has founded multiple companies including Strategic Traction, Jensco Management & Entrix Sport. Has launched multiple sports products into the Canadian market, with some becoming the #1 market share product in its category for Canada. Chris has volunteered with the Entrepreneurs Organization, working on their accelerator programs, chairing their Calgary program, and becoming the Canadian lead. Chris volunteered with the children’s cancer care program Believe in the Gold project, was a mentor in the Haskayne Mentorship program, and served on the board of advisors for student-entrepreneur organization Enactus. When Chris Jones isn’t crushing goals and heading toward the end zone in business, you’ll find him spending time with his family. They enjoy hiking, biking, walking, or doing anything with the family dog. Chris also likes to cycle, run masters track (for which he holds a Canadian record, set in 2010), ski, golf, hike, and catch a Stampeders or Flames game whenever he can.   About EOS Worldwide: The Entrepreneurial Operating System® (EOS) is a business operating system designed to assist you operate a stress-free organization while also gaining increased energy, concentration, excitement, and business success.   Links Mentioned in this Episode: Want to learn more? Check out the EOS Worldwide website at https://www.eosworldwide.com/ Check out EOS Worldwide on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/eos-worldwide-llc/ Check out Chris Jones on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisjonesyyc/ Check out Chris Jones on Twitter at https://twitter.com/keepupwithcj 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.

In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks to the Founder of Frution Initiatives, Sarah Duran.Sarah is a business coach who specializes in helping entrepreneurs set better goals and operationalize them to achieve them. She works with entrepreneurs to identify their goals and then allows them to create a plan for achieving them. This includes setting specific, measurable, and achievable targets and identifying the steps needed to reach those targets. She also helps entrepreneurs create systems and processes to track their progress and make necessary adjustments. Her goal is to empower entrepreneurs to take control of their businesses and achieve their desired success.Sarah believes that setting short-cycle goals is more effective than setting long-term goals. This is because life is unpredictable, and what you want today may be different from what you want tomorrow. Additionally, you may change as a person over time, and your goals may also vary. Setting short-cycle goals allows you to assess your progress and make adjustments as needed regularly.Sarah encourages entrepreneurs to set short-cycle goals to stay on track, stay motivated, and succeed in their businesses. With a flexible approach, you can be better equipped to adapt to any changes that come your way and reach your goals more efficiently and effectively. Key points from the Episode:Tips on how to get big things doneWhy is it important knowing what you really want?Insights on setting goals without compromising happinessShort cycle goals versus long term goalsUnderstanding the ‘why’ behind success About Sarah Duran: Sarah is a project management consultant, consistent six-figure freelancer, and solopreneur coach. She started her company, Fruition Initiatives, to help people and organizations turn their ideas into action – to bring their goals to fruition. She’s an operational expert and has been a project strategist for over a decade, designing and leading projects for a variety of organizations, helping businesses refine systems and processes, and providing support to researchers, educators, entrepreneurs, and leaders.On top of her project management expertise, she’s also an author, coach, blogger, and content creator who helps solopreneurs live up to their highest potential. She takes her expertise as a consistent six-figure freelancer and combines it with her background in curriculum design, facilitation, and coaching to give solopreneurs the support to get what they need out of their work EVERY DAY.About Fruition Initiatives: Fruition Initiatives is a company or organization that helps people and businesses turn their ideas and goals into action. They provide various services such as strategic planning, project management, and implementation support to help individuals and organizations bring their goals to fruition. This can include things like starting a new business, launching a new product, or achieving a specific objective. Essentially, Fruition Initiatives act as a catalyst for individuals and organizations to turn their plans and ideas into reality. Tweetable Moments:05:55 - “Life is fundamentally unpredictable. And I think what happens is we're always coached to set these super long-term goals, and then we don't set up systems to check in on them strategically over time. What's relevant to you now is iterative. It's always going to change.”06:37 - “I think you have a lot more control about making sure that your happiness when you have a team, you also have to make sure that the strategy and vision for your company support the happiness of your entire organization.” Apply to be a Guest on The Thoughtful Entrepreneur: https://go.upmyinfluence.com/podcast-guestLinks Mentioned in this Episode:Want to learn more? Check out the Fruition Initiatives website at https://www.fruitioninitiatives.com/Check out Fruition Initiatives on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/fruition-initiatives/Check out Fruition Initiatives on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fruitioninitiativesCheck out Sarah Duran on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-duran-72246817/Check out Sarah Duran on her website at https://hustlermanifesto.substack.com/Check out Sarah Duran on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/hustlers_manifesto/#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.