Each week I’ll post a short podcast, usually between 3 to 5 minutes long, just talking about how to apply the Paper Napkin Wisdom 5 Step Plan to Life and Business Success in an everyday kind of way.
Following up on the bad news of a few weeks ago, things didn't get better. I got some very tough breaks that blindsided me in business and life. It's been a challenge to see the silver lining on the clouds of the last couple weeks.
What made it easier has been my Forum, my Mastermind group - my group of peers. There's strength in finding people to help you unpack the challenges of life. I share how it's helped me find my way in the last couple weeks.
John Bly is a mergers and acquisitions czar. The last time he was on the show, he reminded us that Accountability is not a four letter word and we ought to stop treating it like one. This time, he switches … Continue reading
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Each week I’ll post a short podcast, usually between 3 to 5 minutes long, just talking about how to apply the Paper Napkin Wisdom 5 Step Plan to Life and Business Success in an everyday kind of way.
This week I share an experience from this week. I was dealt a huge blow late this week. It was a public failure - and to some degree very embarrassing on the surface. I share how taking responsibility for it has helped me evolve, learn, and grow remarkably quickly. I'm ready for the next time, and no worries, there is always a next time!
How do you respond to challenges and adversity?
How do you get ready for the next opportunity?
Ben Baldwin is a man who wears a lot of hats. He’s Founder and Co-CEO of ClearFit, he’s a patent holder, writer, speaker, and has founded two successful software companies. With such a busy schedule, Ben is careful to make … Continue reading
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Damon Gersh is a successful entrepreneur, a proven business leader, and CEO of Maxons Restorations Inc. but he doesn’t let that totally define him. In his Paper Napkin Wisdom, Damon advises us all to “Get a life”. As entrepreneurs, we … Continue reading
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Cameron Herold is a truly creative and out-of-the-box thinker. The last time he was on the show Cameron reassured us that we’re not crazy, we’re just entrepreneurs on the entrepreneurial roller coaster. This time Cameron shares a vital tool for … Continue reading
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Each week I'll post a short podcast, usually between 3 to 5 minutes long, just talking about how to apply the Paper Napkin Wisdom 5 Step Plan to Life and Business Success in an everyday kind of way.
This week I talk about how important it is to stay in your lane and remain focused on your main priority. Don't get distracted with things that will pull you off course.
Are you staying on course? How do you do it?
Rick Martinez is an entrepreneur with a focus on sharing and helping others share the big life changing moments. He started out as a nurse in the Army before starting a medical staffing company out of his apartment. That company … Continue reading
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Derek Coburn is a Partner at Washington Financial Group, founder of CADRE, and author of Networking is Not Working. Networking is at the heart of every aspect of Derek’s business life but he wants to re-define the word. In his … Continue reading
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Jim Small is an Entrepreneur and a leading expert in international real estate investments, property management, business process optimization, and entrepreneurial growth strategies. The Paper Napkin Wisdom Jim shares with us is a unique and important idea regarding finances. He … Continue reading
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Each week I'll post a short podcast, usually between 3 to 5 minutes long, just talking about how to apply the Paper Napkin Wisdom 5 Step Plan to Life and Business Success in an everyday kind of way.
This week I talk about how my 9 year old son and I use our morning routines to help build a plan for the day.
Are you building a plan for your day? How do you do it?
Michael Walsh is an insightful and articulate entrepreneur. The last time he was on the show, Michael talked about Value Exchange and the importance of relationships to a strong business. This time Michael shifts his focus to hiring the right … Continue reading
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Gina Mollicone-Long is a serial entrepreneur, a bestselling author, and CEO of The Greatness Group. She was also the very first guest on Paper Napkin Wisdom and I’m very excited to have her back again. The last time she was … Continue reading
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Heidi Hanna is a dynamic and insightful speaker, a New York Times Bestselling author, and CEO and Founder of SYNGERGY. As a global speaker and consultant she has trained thousands on practical ways to manage energy. In her Paper Napkin … Continue reading
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Jason Barger – Paper Napkin Wisdom The last time Jason Barger was on the show, he talked about how important it is that we ReMember and make the active choice to evaluate and reconnect to the memberships in our lives. … Continue reading
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Kirk Dando helped to grow a business to more than a billion in sales, and is a leadership and growth expert who has been working to unlock growth in business for more than 20 years. He believes that when it … Continue reading
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Randy Cohen is an entrepreneur who brings an incredible amount of energy, enthusiasm, and fun to a conversation because he is a person of passion. Randy’s passion is reflected in the Paper Napkin Wisdom he shares with us. He says: … Continue reading
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Yanik Silver is a serial entrepreneur, a best-selling author, and an adventure junkie. His story and his businesses have been featured in multiple publications and with good reason; he’s a fascinating guy with a great message. In his Paper Napkin … Continue reading
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Jim Sheils is a busy man: he’s a real estate entrepreneur, speaker, and social entrepreneur. Despite having such a busy life, Jim regularly makes time for his two boys through The Board Meeting Strategy and it’s that strategy he shares … Continue reading
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Brian Price is a leader and a champion. At the age of seven he was diagnosed with Leukemia and battled for five years before beating the disease into remission. As a result of the chemicals from his treatments, Brian was … Continue reading
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Rugger Burke is a member of the Investment Committee and General Counsel at Satori Capital who pays close attention to not only his own purpose, but that of the companies he considers. In his Paper Napkin Wisdom, Rugger presents us … Continue reading
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Jack Daly is an inspiring, enthusiastic, and dynamic entrepreneur and speaker. The last time he was on the show, Jack shared the way he cultivated the skills he has now and followed a painstakingly detailed plan for his success. This … Continue reading
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Chris Scott is an entrepreneur who has created strategies to help guide the careers and business development efforts of CEOs, business leaders, and entrepreneurs. Knowing that, Chris’s own strategy for decision making might surprise you. In his Paper Napkin Wisdom, … Continue reading
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Jamie Douraghy is an entrepreneur and competitive foil fencer. He’s been fencing for 35 years and over time he’s come to the realization that there is a lot of overlap between fencing and business. In his Paper Napkin Wisdom, Jamie … Continue reading
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Hank Green is an entrepreneur, musician, YouTube Content Creator, and co-founder of the Nerdfighteria Community. In 2007 he and his brother John began a YouTube channel called Vlogbrothers, today the channel has more than 1,800,000 subscribers and has created a … Continue reading
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