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In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks to the Mindset Monk of ROI Media Works, VK Lakkineni.VK Lakkineni is a professional who helps entrepreneurs overcome their mid-life challenges by shifting their mindset in the right direction. He believes that many entrepreneurs need help on having the right mindset. By working with Lakkineni, entrepreneurs can learn how to change their perspective, overcome obstacles, and achieve their goals.VK Lakkineni believes that there are many ways to help entrepreneurs overcome midlife challenges. One practical approach is to work with a guru or mentor who can share their knowledge and wisdom on dealing with particular challenges. By borrowing the insights and experiences of a guru, entrepreneurs can gain valuable guidance on navigating difficult situations and overcoming obstacles. This can help point them in the right direction for success. Additionally, Lakkineni suggests that entrepreneurs can achieve this by learning from the experiences of successful people, reading books, attending seminars and workshops, and more. All these methodologies can help entrepreneurs to change their mindset, gain a new perspective and find new opportunities.Key points from the Episode: Overview of what a Mindset Monk doUnderstanding the importance of mindset to entrepreneurial successTips on conquering the fear of failureDesperation mindset versus abundance mindsetEngagement & Insights on working with VK LakkineniAbout VK Lakkineni: VK is a digital marketing entrepreneur, Amazon bestselling author, technology enthusiast with a passion for marketing, strategic business growth and operations. Currently CEO of ROI Media Works and Chief Mindset Coach at MindsetMonk. VK is passionate about helping business and individuals navigate everyday life using mindset skills he learned and practiced over the years.Working as a programmer at Diffiniti (Aegis UK) designing digital marketing solutions gave him a good foundation. His entrepreneurial experience began with ROI Media Works. This digital marketing agency worked directly with 120+ clients over the last 12 years, generating a remarkable $90 million cumulative lead volume for its clients. As a founder, he is in charge of business development, operational procedures, team management, and marketing innovation.His entrepreneurial expertise includes founding two companies: 1) Snap QR, an NFC and VR-based solution for automobile dealerships, and 2) Buddie Golf, a golf booking software with real-time foursomes and guaranteed low-cost bookings. He produced and Live2Inspire talk show/podcast featuring experts, leaders, and mentors during COVID-19, which is accessible on Spotify, Amazon, Apple, and YouTube.About ROI Media Works: An innovative and leading full-service Internet marketing business that provides results-driven online marketing services such as Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Pay Per Click Campaigns (PPC), Social Media Engagement, and site analytics.They collaborate with clients to develop a website marketing plan that transforms visitors into consumers. They also provide businesses with tools to track brand engagement, website visitors, and the items and services that customers are actively looking for. As a commitment to their clients, they deliberately devote time and resources to offer high-ranking results and keep you ahead of the competition.Tweetable Moments:04:15 - “It's 100%. If you don't have the mindset, it's just like, impossible to be an entrepreneur.”05:34 - “When we're thinking about mindset, I think that we all have the opportunity. We're all exposed to things that could be frustrating, challenging the typical ups and downs of business.” 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 ROI Media Works website at https://roimediaworks.ca/Check out ROI Media Works on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/roi-media-works-corporation/Check out VK Lakkineni on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/vklakkineniCheck out VK Lakkineni on his website at https://lakkineni.com/Check out VK Lakkineni on Twitter at https://twitter.com/lakkineniCheck out VK Lakkineni on Instagram at  https://www.instagram.com/vklakkineni/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, CEO and Business Advisor of Revampologist, LLC, Kareen Zahr Walsh.Kareen emphasizes that change is necessary to achieve different outcomes, particularly in business. She notes that leaders often have to navigate various dynamics when it comes to change and must be comfortable with change to effectively lead their teams through it and achieve the desired results. This highlights the importance of having a mindset that embraces change rather than resisting it to succeed in today's fast-paced business environment.Kareen works with her clients to help them achieve their desired results by providing them with strategies and toolkits. These tools are designed to help her clients navigate the change they need to make to reach their goals.She also works for teaching her clients how to be comfortable with change, and how to accommodate it. By providing her clients with both the practical tools they need to make change happen and the mindset they need to be comfortable with it, Kareen helps her clients achieve their desired outcomes. This approach helps clients understand how to implement change sustainably, making it more likely for them to have long-term success.Key points from the Episode:What does Revampologist do?Understanding why people fear change Embracing change with preparedness and agility toolkitInsights on Kareen Walsh help entrepreneurs embrace changeIntrospections on how leaders can grow and be ready for changeAbout Kareen Zahr Walsh: Kareen is the CEO and Head Strategist of Revampologist – A Strategic Growth consulting and coaching practice that helps thought leaders build 7-8 figure businesses with ease. She has 17+ years of experience coaching C-Suite executives to help them up-level their leadership stance, conceive and implement business growth strategies, and lead initiatives that result in high quality customer experience.Kareen Walsh has mastered integrating her heart of service, her healer training, and her business savvy to assist entrepreneurs and C-suite leaders of any industry align what they love with what they do every single day. Kareen believes income can always be earned, but fulfillment is what each of us should strive to attain. Kareen can disarm you with undivided attention and help you quickly jump into action after one short interaction.You are going to want to hear how Kareen shares her clarifying and actionable methods for growth in her book, Lead with Value, How Leaders Unleash Their Vision, Empower Their Team, and Evolve Their Business, because you will love how her relatable, practical practice will help you lead. She is also the author of the self-development book: Be A Badass, Six Tools to Up-Level Your Life.About Revampologist: Strategic Consulting, Advisement and Augmented Staffing Services are geared toward businesses aiming to optimize and scale their operations. They are brought in to assist executives in determining the skills required to help them achieve their corporate objectives. They assist c-suite leaders in matching who they want to become with the growth of their business through their leadership development and executive coaching programs.They begin each encounter with a brief examination and suggest how they may best assist you. Fintech, Health and Wellness Companies, Digital Marketing Agencies, Staffing Services, and Executive Advisory and Coaching are among their specialties.Tweetable Moments:01:36 - “The impetus for the work that I do is to it's in that phase of pain. Like, there are so many people who are comfortable, and they call it a comfort zone. I believe it's a discomfort zone if it's not feeling aligned if it's not feeling excited to show up in when the challenges hit, that you feel almost crippled to try and go after it.”03:06 - “The people we manage are having challenges that we have to figure out how to lead through. All require a lens of comfort with change in order to make it better.” 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 Revampologist website at https://www.kareenwalsh.com/Check out Revampoligst on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/revampologist-llc/Check out Kareen Zahr Walsh on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/kareenwalsh/Check out Kareen Zahr Walsh on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/coachkareenwalshCheck out Kareen Zahr Walsh on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/kareenzwalsh/Check out Kareen Zahr Walsh on Twitter at https://twitter.com/kareenzwalshDon’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 Podcast Host and Founder of Positive Popularity, Dave Molenda. Dave explains that customer experience, often abbreviated as CX, is the overall perception and interaction that a customer has with a company or product. It encompasses all customer touchpoints with a brand, including pre-purchase research, the purchase process itself, and post-purchase engagement. He also shares that one of the biggest challenges entrepreneurs face is a need for more engagement among their team members. Team members must be fully invested in the company's mission and goals to improve customer experience. Dave emphasizes the importance of understanding the strengths and weaknesses of each team member and then leveraging those strengths to create a more engaged and motivated team. He suggests that you can create a more efficient and effective team by knowing what your team is made of. He highlights that creating a positive work environment and fostering a culture of growth and development is key.   Key points from the Episode: Overview of Positive Polarity What is Customer Experience? Tips on creating a culture resulting in a positive customer experience Addressing the challenge of retaining great talent How Positive Polarity works   About Dave Molenda: Dave is the founder of Positive Polarity, a Midwest-based coaching and consulting firm. His last company he grew He grew his previous company’s annual sales to $10 million in annual sales before he sold it.. He now passes the principles of his success onto his clients so that they too can succeed and grow on purpose!   About Positive Popularity: Positive Polarity tries to mix things up a little since, like our business style, this site is all about YOU! To experience real growth, you must be READY to change, just like with a new diet, exercise regimen, stopping smoking, or other major life adjustments. They assist people like you in evolving, changing, and dealing with the "difficult things" in business. What is the result? Business expansion manifested. Positive Polarity is here to help you if you are bored of the status quo, trapped in a rut, can't get over the hump, or can't climb the next rung. They're here to supply the positive energy you need to turn things around if you can't stand inaction or want to break free from the business patterns you've fallen into.   About Positive Polarity Podcast: The Positive Polarity Podcast is a business podcast that talks about the intersection of business growth and personal growth. Each week, some of the top minds in business share their experiences, but from a unique and interesting perspective. Dave talks about things like blind spots, self-awareness, soft skills and other things that are not typically mentioned in the corporate world. The podcast has over 100 episodes and it’s  one of the top 5% of business podcasts in the world, according to listennotes.com.   Links Mentioned in this Episode: Want to learn more? Check out the Positive Popularity website at https://www.positivepolarity.com/ Check out Positive Popularity on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/positive-polarity-llc/ Check out Positive Popularity on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Positivepolarity/ Check out Dave Molenda on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidmolenda/ 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 General Partner of Flint Capital, Andrew Gershfeld. Flint Capital is a venture capital firm that invests in promising entrepreneurs and technology ventures with global ambitions. The firm's unique global positioning allows it to support Israeli and European experiences as they expand into the US market. According to Andrew, this means that Flint Capital can provide financial and strategic support to these ventures, helping them navigate the US market and grow their businesses.  Additionally, Flint Capital's global positioning allows it to connect its portfolio companies with a vast network of industry leaders, potential partners and customers, providing them with valuable resources and opportunities to help them grow and succeed. He further named some industries and the ideal clients for Flint Capital.   Key points from the Episode: Overview of services offered by Flint Capital Benefits of working with Flint Capital Backstory of Flint Capital Dos and Don'ts in a founder’s activity   About Andrew Gershfeld: Andrew Gershfeld, Partner at Boston-based Flint Capital, an investment company supporting entrepreneurs from Israel, Europe, and the U.S. at an early stage of their business. Andrew has more than 10 years of VC experience. He is an entrepreneur who turned to be a VC after selling his company to a large eCommerce group. His particular interest is eCommerce, B2B SaaS solutions, Health Tech, Consumer Internet, and other applications of AI and virtualization.  Andrew led the first institutional investment round in Flo Health (series B) and currently is a board member at Intento, Job Today, Yva.ai, and Flo Health. During this time, he participated in investment rounds with Many Chat and 1520 and continued to advise them. Andrew is also a fellow at Kauffman Fellows, an extensive global VC network.   He holds a Bachelor of Science, a Master of Science in Applied Physics and Math, and a postgraduate degree in Innovation Management from the Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology. Previously, he was a Chief Investment Officer at ABRT Venture Fund. Andrew is a ski marathon runner and an IYT skipper.   About Flint Capital: Flint Capital is a venture capital fund that invests in early-stage companies. We invest in the best firms from the United States, Israel, and Europe and assist them by acting as a bridge to the US market. We are a group of seasoned operators who have successfully implemented this strategy for other businesses. We are well-known in our target markets since we are local.   Links Mentioned in this Episode: Want to learn more? Check out the Flint Capital website at https://www.crunchbase.com/organization/flint-capital Check out Flint Capital on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/flintcapital/ Check out Flint Capital on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/crunchbase/  Check out Flint Capital on Twitter at https://twitter.com/crunchbase Check out Andrew Gershfeld on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewger/ Check out Andrew Gershfeld on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/andrewger 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 and CEO of Yellowdig, Shaunak Roy.   Yellowdig is a company that provides active learning solutions for educational institutions. They aim to help students be more engaged and retain more of the knowledge they study by integrating interactive and collaborative learning tools into the classroom. These tools include discussion boards, peer-to-peer interactions and simulations. Using these tools, students can actively participate in the learning process, leading to a deeper understanding and retention of the material.  According to Roy, active learning is crucial for moving information from short-term memory to long-term memory. He states that students can connect and establish a deeper understanding of the material by actively engaging with the material through discussion, experimentation, and reflection. This deeper understanding allows the information to be transferred from short-term to long-term memory, making it more likely for the student to retain the information in the long run. And with their platform, they offer many ways to keep the students engaged and interactive during their studies.     Key points from the Episode: What is Yellowdig? What makes Yellowdig better than other learning management platforms? Outlining the learning experience using Yellowdig Understanding the effects of active learning versus static learning Engagement and working with Yellowdig   About Shaunak Roy: Shaunak founded Yellowdig in 2015, a community-driven active and experiential learning platform. It is now used by hundreds of thousands of students of all ages and backgrounds in the US and around the world. Shaunak graduated with a degree in mechanical engineering from IIT Bombay and completed his graduate studies at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Prior to founding Yellowdig, Shaunak spent a decade advising global companies on technology, strategy, and growth.   About Yellowdig: Yellowdig is dedicated to transforming the way students interact with their education. They provide a modern platform meant to create meaningful connections between students and teachers in in-person and blended courses. Join Yellowdig and over 100 other institutions that have increased student engagement by doubling it through social learning and gamification.   Links Mentioned in this Episode: Want to learn more? Check out the Yellowdig website at https://www.yellowdig.co/ Check out Yellowdig on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/yellowdig/ Check out Yellowdig on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/yellowdigINC Check out Yellowdig on Twitter at https://twitter.com/Yellowdig?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor Check out Shaunak Roy on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaunak-roy-65231b/ Check out Shaunak Roy on Twitter at https://twitter.com/shaunak_roy 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 & CEO of Particle 41, Benjamin Johnson. Connecting with Benjamin Johnson would be beneficial due to his extensive experience and expertise as a technology leader. His strong background in open-source programming and various frameworks and ability to scale and lead engineering teams in diverse environments make him a valuable asset. Benjamin's proven track record in delivering high-quality products on time and within budget demonstrates his commitment to excellence. His experience managing remotely distributed teams and implementing effective project management methodologies like SCRUM ensures seamless collaboration and communication. Benjamin's dedication to professional and personal pursuits showcases his well-rounded character and ability to impact the technology industry and local community positively.   About Benjamin Johnson: Benjamin is a highly accomplished technology leader with expertise in open-source programming and various frameworks. He excels in scaling and leading engineering teams, particularly in remote and distributed environments. By implementing SCRUM and other best practices, Benjamin maintains high-quality standards and achieves exceptional results in product delivery. His dedication to professional and personal pursuits is evident in his commitment to his local church and family, as he actively coaches his sons' soccer teams and leads community workshops. Overall, Benjamin is a well-rounded individual who significantly impacts the technology industry and his local community.   About Particle 41: Particle41 is a technology company inspired by niobium, the 41st element in the Periodic Table, known for its superconducting properties and ability to strengthen alloys. The company aims to improve businesses through its expert teams, specializing in Application Development, DevOps, and Machine Learning. Particle41's core values include velocity, visibility, and vision. The company believes in moving quickly to get things done, ensuring clear and constant communication, and preparing for the future while creating new opportunities. Particle41 aims to amplify businesses and drive their success in the ever-evolving technological landscape by offering dependable, high-caliber teams.   Tweetable Moments: 06:33 - “Development is a very iterative process. If you have big bangs in your project management lifecycle, those are bad because then there's this kind of distance between the people executing the mission and then the results.” 09:48 - “I would say almost 60% of my business has been referral and about 40% partnerships. So also, finding strategic partners is a great way to achieve hair steps in growth.”   Apply to be a Guest on The Thoughtful Entrepreneur: https://go.upmyinfluence.com/podcast-guest Links Mentioned in this Episode: Want to learn more? Check out Particle 41 website at http://particle41.com/ Check out Particle 41 on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/particle41/ Check out Particle 41 on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/particle41 Check out Benjamin Johnson on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/particle41/ Check out Benjamin Johnson on Twitter at https://twitter.com/benjohnson77 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 and CEO of Method Marketing, Lucy Mowatt. Lucy shares that adding a touch of intrigue to content can pique the audience's interest and increase the chances of it being viewed. She also emphasizes the importance of knowing your audience; the better a business knows its audience, the more effective the content they produce.She states that the return on investment for promoting content relies on the type of promotion used. It can take months or even years for a business to see a significant impact, also known as the "snowball effect" that business owners aim for. However, if businesses want faster results, she shared several exciting ways to quickly get their content in front of their audience without relying solely on Google. Key points from the Episode:Overview of Method MarketingBenefits of working with Method MarketingTips on content strategy todayHow to avoid content strategy mistakes businesses doGuidelines for what type of content is effective todayHow to get the “eye-balls” to your content? About Lucy Mowatt: As a former magazine editor and content marketer with more than 15 years’ experience, Lucy founded Method Marketing back in 2018 with the aim of helping businesses in complex, regulation-heavy industries to use content marketing to drive results and a return on investment.Since then, the agency has grown to a team of three people, working with organizations in a range of sectors, including financial services, insurance, construction and technology. Method Marketing provides audits, strategy and planning, alongside deliverables, such as articles, white papers, lead magnets, emails, social media and more. About Method Marketing: Method Marketing is a content marketing agency based in Norwich, UK. Founded by Lucy Mowatt in 2018, the agency specializes in helping businesses of all sizes with their content marketing efforts. The team at Method Marketing has extensive experience and expertise in the field, and works to help clients maximize the potential of their content marketing. Tweetable Moments:2:40 - “The strategy is to start with the audience. Think about who they are, what they want, and then how that content applies to your marketing funnels.”5:06 - “If you're sharing your content on social media, you can immediately start driving that audience, or email newsletters. If you're sending stuff out to your existing clients and prospects, you can immediately start building an audience quite quickly.” 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 Method Marketing website at https://www.methodmarketing.org/Check out Method Marketing on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/methodmarketing/Check out Scalable Method Marketing  at http://facebook.com/HelloMethodMarketingCheck out Method Marketing on Twitter at http://twitter.com/MethodMrktgCheck out Method Marketing on Instagram at http://instagram.com/method.marketingCheck out Lucy Mowatt on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucymowatt/Check out Lucy Mowatt on Twitter at https://twitter.com/LucyMowattworkDon’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 and CEO of Scalable Path, Damien Filiatrault. Scaleable Path is a premium vetted remote software development marketplace. Damien states that individuals who use their services can expect to have a better experience working with developers who can help them define their needs and build a strategy around them.Damien shares valuable insights on attracting the right tech team for business. He stresses the importance of clearly defining the needs and goals of the business and each team member's specific roles and responsibilities. This will help attract candidates who are a good fit for the company culture and can contribute to the company's success. Another critical aspect of attracting the right tech team is identifying the skills and qualifications required for the positions. This includes technical skills, such as programming languages and software development experience, and soft skills, such as communication and teamwork.He believes that by focusing on the needs of the business, identifying the right skills and qualifications, building a strong employer brand, and offering competitive compensation and benefits, any business can attract the right tech team to drive success. Key points from the Episode:Overview about what Scaleable Path doesTips on attracting the right tech teamMistakes to avoid when working with developersWhat makes Scaleable Path different from the competition About Damien Filiatrault: Damien is the founder and CEO of Scalable Path, a software staffing agency that matches leading companies and startups with vetted, remote software developers. Previously, he headed PHP development at SolutionSet, a multichannel marketing services company, where he spent five months managing a team of developers in Goa, India.Damien has held sales and marketing positions at notable San Francisco technology companies, including Evite and CNET Networks. Through his work at Scalable Path, Damien has championed employment equity for software developers across Latin America. He also cares deeply for the environment and has pledged 10% of all Scalable Path profits to climate change research. Damien holds a BA in Geography and BSc in Computer Science from UC Berkeley and San Jose State University, and is passionate about software development and agile processes. About Scalable Path: Scalable Path is a platform that connects companies with a network of over 26,000 remote software developers from over 179 countries. Founded in 2010, the company specializes in helping businesses expand their software teams and aims to provide an exceptional hiring experience. Tweetable Moments:04:59 - “You can't just get strung out because time is your most valuable asset. Time and money."12:56 - “There are just so many pros to remote working. It saves companies money on rent, it saves people money on commuting, it helps the environment through less pollution.” 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 Scalable Path website at https://next.law/Check out Scalable Path on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/scalable-path/Check out Scalable Path on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/pages/Scalable-Path/208796919207351Check out Scalable Path on Twitter at https://twitter.com/ScalablePathCheck out Damien Filiatrault on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/damienf/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 CEO and owner of NEXT.Law, Anthony Millin. According to Anthony, Next.law's new model offers a solution to one of the challenges that startups often face: the lack of predictability and sustainable legal fees. By productizing legal services and offering fixed prices, Next.law aims to make the cost of legal services more predictable for startups. This can help startups budget for legal expenses more effectively, and avoid unexpected costs. Additionally, by making legal services more accessible and affordable, Next.law's new model can help to ensure that startups have access to the legal support they need, without breaking the bank.Anthony explains that early startups typically have typical engagements such as the steps needed when one founder leaves, seed financing, and protecting their intellectual property. He states that business owners should cover these legal needs to derisk their businesses. By covering these legal needs, startups can reduce the risk of legal issues arising in the future and help ensure their long-term success. Key points from the Episode:Overview on what Next.Law is aboutServices offered by Next.Law5 most common engagements for early start upsThe benefits of working with Next.LawC-corp versus LLC About Anthony Millin: Anthony is a trusted legal and business advisor to startup and emerging growth companies. As a startup attorney, a serial entrepreneur, a venture partner, and the Founder and Co-Chair of NEXT powered by Shulman Rogers, an innovative new model for delivering legal services to startup and emerging growth companies. Anthony brings his unique legal and business perspective to advising his clients.A creative problem solver and strong advocate dedicated to the success of his clients, Anthony frequently serves as his clients’ “outside general counsel, taking a leadership role in managing the full range of their legal needs from formation and financings to growth and exit.Anthony understands firsthand what it takes to start, scale and manage a company, to successfully prepare for and run a fund raising process, and to address the legal issues faced by a startup. This background provides him with valuable insights into the legal and business needs of his clients. Within Shulman Rogers, his unique skill set has earned him an appointment to the firm’s 7-person Strategic Planning Committee. About NEXT.Law: NEXT, powered by Shulman Rogers, is a game-changing new paradigm for providing legal services to startups and emerging growth firms across their entire life cycle. NEXT has productized a wide range of legal services and provides startup businesses with predictable legal bills via over 75 fixed-price packages and service bundles. Their clients receive legal advice and services from a high-touch, hands-on legal team formed of senior Shulman Rogers' attorneys.To design and provide a unique and powerful client-centric experience, NEXT employs various cloud-based technologies and innovative business models. Shulman Rogers is a forward-thinking full-service legal firm with almost 100 attorneys in the DC Metro Area and regional and national practice. Tweetable Moments:00:51 - “One of the big challenges for start-up and emerging growth companies is the lack of predictability and sustainability of legal fees.”04:08 - “Have a partner who understands what it takes to start, build and successfully scale the company. Working as a partner on your side, helping guide you through the pitfalls that they know that early-stage growth companies commonly step into.” 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 NEXT.Law website at https://next.law/Check out NEXT.Law on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/next-by-shulman-rogers/Check out NEXT.Law on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzIL0a6x1sSuFPVvNfsI3zACheck out Anthony Millin on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonymillin/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 Serial Entrepreneur, Director of Limitless Mentoring, Elliot Wise. Limitless Mentoring is the first proper alternative to traditional academia. Their approach to learning and development focuses on providing mentorship and guidance to individuals looking to achieve their goals. It gives a more hands-on, personalized approach to learning that can help individuals achieve their goals more quickly and effectively.According to Elliot, learning from a mentor who has experienced the hurdles of entrepreneurship first-hand can be very valuable because they have real-life experience and can provide valuable insights and guidance. This contrasts learning from a theoretical perspective, which may only partially capture the complexities and nuances of starting and running a business. A mentor who has been through the process can share their personal experiences, successes, and failures and offer practical advice on navigating the challenges of being an entrepreneur. Additionally, they can provide a sense of mentorship and support, which can be invaluable for entrepreneurs who are just starting. Key points from the Episode:Overview of Limitless MentoringInsights on why Mentorship is more valuable than taking a college class for entrepreneurshipWhat makes Limitless Mentoring  different from other mentoring programsTips on choosing the right mentorship programThe importance of understanding the connection between personal wellness and professional wellness About Elliot Wise: Elliot started his first business aged 13 and is the founder of 10 businesses and a rapidly growing business empire worth more than £10 million. He now works with budding entrepreneurs and SMEs sharing hard-learnt lessons from his decades of experience building multiple companies from ideation to multi-million-pound success.He arms entrepreneurs with the skills they need to succeed – from soft skills like developing a winning mindset, staying composed under pressure and beating stress to how to generate sales leads online, retain clients and take your business to the next level. He also specializes in working with business leaders to scale up their business – mentoring them to drive growth and hit their financial goals. Elliot has turned companies with little or no digital presence or online marketing strategies into multi-million-pound a year enterprises.Wise believes the education system is broken. Education is failing to prepare young people with the real-world skills they need to succeed in business on purpose. We still operate a “factory model” education system designed to create punctual, subservient, unambitious workers. Yet, we’re seeing rising numbers of young people wanting to work for themselves and Covid changing the expectations of those already in the workplace (only a third of UK employees are currently happy in their jobs) and precipitating a start-up boom. About Limitless Mentoring: Wise founded Limitless to mentor budding entrepreneurs to build their dream business and hit their financial goals, sharing proven, battle-tested strategies and techniques based on decades of experience building companies from ideation to multi-million-pound success.Their marketing and personal development initiatives have resulted in them hiring personal trainers and increasing their income by 5x to 10x in less than a year. This isn't just with established coaches; they also take new coaches from nothing to fully fledged enterprises in under 12 weeks. It may seem difficult to believe, but it is true, and it is for this reason, Elliot has some of the finest performing personal trainers in the world who are (and have been) mentored by his staff. No other mentors will put the value and time into getting to know you and your business from the inside out, which is why their coaches achieve the results they do. Tweetable Moments:14:56 - “If you want to be successful in this world, you have to make an effort and appearance in whatever area of the industry you're trying to sell into. You have to look the part.”17:46 - “Figure out the things that require, or you can arbitrage the most amount of output for the least amount of input.” 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 Limitless Mentoring website at https://limitless-mentoring.com/Check out Limitless Mentoring on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/limitlessmentoring/Check out Limitless Mentoring on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/wiseelliot/?hl=enCheck out Limitless Mentoring on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/groups/287034475818477Check out Elliot Wise on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/elliot-wise-356710180?originalSubdomain=ukCheck out Elliot Wise on his website at elliotwise.com/ Check out Elliot Wise on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/wiseelliot/Check out Elliot Wise on Twitter at https://twitter.com/wiseelliot?lang=en-GBDon’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. 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