What does it take to excel as a young entrepreneur and leader? On this episode of Leaders Across America, host Steve Acorn speaks with Griffin Workman, a standout participant in the Young Entrepreneurs Across America program. Griffin takes us through his transformative journey from a rookie painter to running a $150,000 business and earning $30,000 in profit—all while balancing the challenges of leadership, team management, and sales.

 

Griffin shares how his competitive mindset, strategic approach to marketing, and ability to implement incentives for his team helped him achieve extraordinary success. He discusses the importance of buying into the system, leveraging mentorship, and staying focused on your own path despite external doubts. Whether you’re a budding entrepreneur or looking to sharpen your leadership skills, this episode is packed with actionable insights to inspire and motivate.

In This Episode You'll Learn:

• The critical role of a strong preseason strategy in achieving success

• How to build trust and inspire your team through incentives and challenges

• Why time management and an hour-by-hour schedule can set you apart

• How to stay focused on your goals and block out external noise

• The power of mentorship and following a proven system to drive results

• And much more…

 

Resources:

YEAA Website

Leaders Across America