Psychedelics had always been shrouded in stigma and misunderstanding. These substances, known to induce altered states of consciousness, have been the subject of controversy and curiosity. The effects of psychedelics on health range from sensory distortions to profound emotional experiences. However, research is shedding light on the therapeutic potential of psychedelics on mental health. We are talking to someone from the therapeutic psychedelics industry.

Ronan Levy is a five-time founder. A lawyer turned entrepreneur, he co-founded Field Trip Health, the world’s largest provider of psychedelic-assisted therapies, and Reunion Neuroscience, a company listed on NASDAQ. On top of his entrepreneurial endeavors, Ronan also hosts the enlightening How We Evolve: A Non-Ordinary Podcast. In this episode, we have the privilege of tapping into Ronan’s profound knowledge and insights regarding the transformative potential of psychedelics, their remarkable healing abilities, their role in personal growth, and their industry.

Key takeaways:

• Psychedelics have been unfairly stigmatized and misunderstood, but they have significant therapeutic potential and can be transformative.
• Psychedelics like MDMA, psilocybin, and LSD have shown promising results in treating mental health conditions, particularly PTSD.
• Adequately controlled and supported psychedelic experiences can lead to profound healing and personal growth.
• The medical and legal landscape around psychedelics is evolving, with FDA approval for MDMA-assisted therapy on the horizon.
• Ronan’s experiences in the cannabis and psychedelic industries have highlighted the need for more open-mindedness and evidence-based approaches.
• There is growing recognition of psychedelics as a legitimate medical treatment.
• Questioning societal norms and exploring opportunities in fringe industries can lead to new insights and business ventures.

All this and more, on this week’s episode of Beyond 7 Figures.

Stay tuned for the next episodes, where I talk with more entrepreneurs who have broken through 7 figures. So, don’t forget to subscribe to the show to get that episode as soon it gets released. Until then, be profitable.

• https://www.instagram.com/ronandlevy/
• https://twitter.com/ronandlevy
• How We Evolve: A Non-Ordinary Podcast-https://open.spotify.com/show/4fVdfaszGq33jLYxJCb9WE?si=cd504b64f8e74c96
• The Ketamine Breakthrough Book-https://drmikedow.com/ketamine/

As an entrepreneur, it’s easy to get caught up in the hustle and grind of building a business. We often prioritize work over everything else, neglecting our own well-being in the process. But here’s the thing: our success as entrepreneurs is directly tied to our ability to take care of ourselves. Neglecting our health and neglecting self-care ultimately leads to burnout, decreased productivity, and even health issues. It’s essential that we prioritize self-care, whether it’s through exercise, proper nutrition, or simply taking time to recharge. By investing in our own well-being, we can actually enhance our ability to make sound decisions, be more creative, and ultimately achieve long-term success.

Dr. Diva Nagula is not only a doctor but also an entrepreneur and an author. He brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to this episode. He graduated with honors from Virginia Commonwealth University and continued his education at the prestigious Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, laying a strong foundation for his future medical career. He has gone through all the hardships life has thrown his way from his personal life, entrepreneurship, and especially his health. Dr. Nagula’s mission is to inspire listeners to take control of their well-being and make empowered choices.

Key takeaways:

• Success in entrepreneurship is not solely dependent on hard work but also on adaptability, balance, and self-care.
• Prioritize self-care and ensure a healthy work-life balance to avoid burnout and maintain overall well-being
• Nourishing the body with healthy food and maintaining a support system is essential for overall well-being.
• Create a business that aligns with personal values and non-negotiables to maintain fulfillment and happiness
• Taking breaks, disconnecting, and engaging in activities that recharge the mind and body can enhance creativity and problem-solving abilities
• Meditation, in various forms, can help calm the mind, improve focus, and generate new insights
• Seek support from coaches or mentors who can guide and provide accountability in maintaining a healthy lifestyle and business practices

All this and more, on this week’s episode of Beyond 7 Figures.

Stay tuned for the next episodes, where I talk with more entrepreneurs who have broken through 7 figures. So, don’t forget to subscribe to the show to get that episode as soon it gets released. Until then, be profitable.

• https://divanagula.com/ (Website)
• https://a.co/d/9TfKuGz (From Doctor to Patient book available on Amazon)

One strategy stands out as a game-changer in business: business acquisition. Unlike starting a business from scratch, acquiring an existing business offers immediate income and infrastructure, significantly reducing the risk. Imagine stepping into a well-established venture with a loyal customer base, experienced employees, and proven revenue streams. It’s like taking the reins of a powerful racehorse that’s already in full stride. By buying a business, entrepreneurs can skip the early struggles and hit the ground running, focusing their efforts on growth and innovation. However, this path has its own challenges and stops to make.

On this episode of Beyond 7 Figures, I am glad to be talking to Walker Deibel, a serial acquisition entrepreneur, best-selling author, and M&A advisor. Walker owns the premiere aluminum railing manufacturer in Missouri and a portfolio of online-based businesses. His bestselling book, Buy Then Build: How Acquisition Entrepreneurs Outsmart the Startup Game, was released to critical acclaim, including being recognized by Forbes as “one of the top 7 books all entrepreneurs must read,” and is currently being used in many universities. He highlights the advantages but also the challenges of acquiring an existing business.

Key takeaways:

• The magic of an acquisition lies in what you do with the business after acquiring it
• Buying a business allows you to start with revenue, profitability, infrastructure, and customers, reducing risk.
• Evaluate the risk profile of a business, including its growth momentum and potential for success
• Look for businesses with scalable marketing and sales strategies and revenue growth potential
• Assess your strengths and align them with a suitable business acquisition opportunity
• Buy Then Build helps budding entrepreneurs understand the why and how of business acquisition
• Acquisition is equally as important as innovation when growing a business

All this and more, on this week’s episode of Beyond 7 Figures.

Stay tuned for the next episodes, where I talk with more entrepreneurs who have broken through 7 figures. So, don’t forget to subscribe to the show to get that episode as soon it gets released. Until then, be profitable.

• https://buythenbuild.com/

In the legal industry, effective marketing strategies are crucial to stand out from the competition. It's not enough to rely on word-of-mouth referrals or traditional advertising to attract clients. Digital marketing, content marketing, and public relations are just a few examples of strategies that law firms can use to build their brand and establish credibility in the industry.

This time, we're sitting down with Matthew Dolman from Dolman Law Group. Matthew also is a highly accomplished personal injury attorney hailing from the sunny state of Florida. In this conversation, we delve deep into the world of personal injury law, uncovering the hurdles these legal eagles face. Matt corrects the misconception about personal injury lawyers. He shares a couple of cases he’s handled. Lastly, we spent a lot of time talking about how he’s firm thrived through the noise of the marketing competitions.

Key takeaways:

• Personal injury attorneys often face negative perceptions, but providing personal attention and service can help break the mold
• Personal injury attorneys also represent individuals in cases involving product liability, medical malpractice, and other types of cases.
• Firms that actively litigate cases and take them to trial pose a risk to insurance companies
• Mass tort cases can be easier to pick up than single event cases, but require effort in organic outreach for maximum results
• Having multiple spokes in the wheel, such as partnerships and offline media, can help avoid over-reliance on one marketing strategy
• Having visibility and credibility through speaking engagements and expert appearances can lead to more referrals and business
• Personal branding and business branding go hand-in-hand

All this and more, on this week’s episode of Beyond 7 Figures.

Stay tuned for the next episodes, where I talk with more entrepreneurs who have broken through 7 figures. So, don’t forget to subscribe to the show to get that episode as soon it gets released. Until then, be profitable.

• https://www.dolmanlaw.com/
• [email protected]

As a business leader, communication is the cornerstone of your success. Your message must be clear and passionate to engage and inspire your audience. It’s like conducting a symphony, using pauses to emphasize your key points and connecting with your audience emotionally. This creates lasting connections that go beyond just the words you speak.

Brenda Viola is the CEO and founder of Vici Communications. She is also an award-winning Public Information Officer, news anchor/producer, author, and inspirational speaker. Viola emphasizes the importance of being clear about your message, using stories to engage and inspire your audience, and being authentic and sincere in your delivery. Viola stresses the importance of being a good listener and using communication to connect with others. At the heart of Brenda Viola’s work is a genuine love for people and a zeal to live life fully.

Key takeaways:

• Relationships are key to business success and should be prioritized in leadership
• Be authentic and share personal experiences to build connections with an audience
• Strategic listening involves being the last to speak and acknowledging others’ ideas
• To keep an audience’s attention, it is important to engage them with stories, polls, and pauses
• Listening is crucial for effective communication and can be enhanced through curiosity and a willingness to understand different perspectives
• Take the time to prepare and practice communication, including testing material with trusted individuals and anticipating audience engagement
• Making others feel great can make an impact in communication

All this and more, on this week’s episode of Beyond 7 Figures.

Stay tuned for the next episodes, where I talk with more entrepreneurs who have broken through 7 figures. So, don’t forget to subscribe to the show to get that episode as soon it gets released. Until then, be profitable.

• https://www.brendaviola.com/

Storytelling is the backbone of a powerful brand. It helps you connect with your audience emotionally, building trust and loyalty. By sharing your unique story and values, you can create a brand that resonates with your ideal customers, attracting them to your business. Compelling storytelling also sets you apart from competitors, making your brand more memorable and impactful. Storytelling is essential for creating an authentic, relatable, and inspiring brand that drives long-term success and growth.

Karen Eber is a renowned expert in storytelling and has delivered a TED talk on how the brain responds to stories and why they’re crucial for leaders. In this episode, Karen shares her journey with storytelling, from recognizing the power of stories to shift energy and interaction as a child to using them as a communication tool in her corporate career and now as a founder. She explains how storytelling can connect, inspire, and change thinking and shares tips on creating a personal brand that resonates with your audience. Tune in to learn how to use storytelling to punch your audience in the bruise and connect with them on a deeper level.

Key takeaways:

• Storytelling is a key tool for effective communication and personal branding
• Stories have the power to shift energy and create memorable interactions
• Personal stories don’t have to be private, but each person decides what they want to share
• The best stories focus on the audience and their pain points
• Use a simple four-part structure for your story: context, conflict, outcome, takeaway
• Smaller stories in different moments can be more effective than one big story
• Stories can combat challenges such as lack of trust and influence decision-making

All this and more, on this week’s episode of Beyond 7 Figures.

Stay tuned next week because I will talk with Brenda Viola, an award-winning Public Information Officer, anchor, producer, author, and speaker. So, don’t forget to subscribe to the show to get that episode as soon it gets released. Until then, be profitable.

• https://www.kareneber.com/

Prioritizing employee culture is crucial for businesses to succeed. Leaders who actively show their employees they matter create an environment that fosters engagement, trust, and loyalty. Simply paying employees or giving them bonuses is not enough; they need to feel valued and appreciated beyond their work performance. Imagine a company where employees are excited to come to work and feel a sense of purpose in what they do. This is the kind of culture that sets businesses apart and leads to success. Investing in employee culture is investing in the future of the business.

On this episode, I am joined by Joey Coleman, a bestselling author, and speaker who has worked with leading organizations worldwide, including Volkswagen, Zappos, and Whirlpool. Joey is passionate about creating remarkable customer experiences and believes that prioritizing employee culture is the key to achieving this. Whether you’re a business owner, manager, or employee, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone looking to create a workplace culture that fosters engagement, trust, and loyalty.

Key Takeaways:

• Consider prioritizing employee culture to improve customer experience
• The success of a leader hinges on the outcomes they create for their people
• The success of a company can be heavily influenced by how much they value their employees
• Care about employees’ personal lives as much as their work lives
• Leaders need to listen to and respond to their employees’ needs
• Leaders should create an environment that values and appreciates employees to lead to more engaged employees
• Show employees that they matter through actions and systems, not just words

All this and more, on this week’s episode of Beyond 7 Figures.

Stay tuned next week when I talk with Karen Eber. She’s a Keynote and TED speaker. So, don’t forget to subscribe to the show to get that episode as soon it gets released. Until then, be profitable.

• https://joeycoleman.com/

Getting caught up in the rat race of chasing success and achieving more is rampant. However, true success isn’t just about our strategies to build our businesses but also our mindset and personal growth. It’s essential to take the time to reflect on our values, passions, and purpose and to align our work and legacy with them. Doing so allows us to find fulfillment and happiness in our careers and lives. Remember, seeing a job you love so much, it never feels like work is the key to success.

In this episode, I have Pavel Stuchlik as a successful entrepreneur who has achieved multiple successes in his career. Stuchlik is Noah Aon’s founder and Conscious Spaces International’s managing director. He has also scaled and exited a number of different companies, including Orange Theory Fitness. Throughout the conversation, Stuchlik shares his insights on how to find one’s passion, purpose, and legacy and how aligning these can lead to a fulfilling career. Pavel’s mission is to bring people back to their centre in union with others through his movement, #noamovement. This movement was born after spending 10 long days in complete darkness in southeast Asia, which was one of the most difficult and transformative moments Pavel has experienced.

Key takeaways:

• Success is not just about strategies but also about mindset
• Personal experiences with burnout and self-discovery
• The concept of passion, purpose, and legacy
• Emotional healing and reflecting on past traumas are essential for personal growth
• Find something you love so much that it never feels like work
• NOA | AON is the ultimate platform for one’s journey through self-transformation
• Practice gratitude for a sense of balance and wholeness

All this and more, on this week’s episode of Beyond 7 Figures.

Stay tuned next week when I talk about employee culture with Joey Coleman. So, don’t forget to subscribe to the show to get that episode as soon it gets released. Until then, be profitable.

• https://noaaon.com/

With the right strategy, social media can help you build a personal or business brand that stands out in a crowded marketplace. In today’s world, being niched, inspiring, catchy, and entertaining is critical to success on social media, which can help you build a loyal following and grow your business. But with the rise of AI, how can you leverage technology to support your brand-building efforts further? And when it comes to scaling and expanding, don’t forget the importance of defining your company’s culture and ethos upfront.

In this episode of Beyond 7 Figures, I talk to social media expert Zach Ford. Ford is known for his work with Dave Ramsey, where he turned a social media following of zero into over 14 million followers across platforms. He is currently making impacts with Entersquare, a thriving social media creative and marketing agency he founded. Ford is passionate about helping businesses grow by leveraging the power of social media. He believes in niching down, inspiring action, and keeping your content catchy and entertaining.

Key takeaways:

• The importance of building a personal brand on social media
• The “nice” framework for creating content: niched, inspiring, catchy, and entertaining
• Establish trust and consistency in branding to win over potential customers
• Value and engage with a small audience before trying to achieve more significant numbers
• Social media is a key tool for business growth and should not be ignored
• The importance of remaining consistent and committed to social media efforts over time

All this and more, on this week’s episode of Beyond 7 Figures.

Next week, we talk about lessons on mindset, purpose, and legacy with Petra Stuchlik. So, don’t forget to subscribe to the show to get that episode as soon it gets released. Until then, be profitable.

• https://www.instagram.com/itszachford/
• https://entersquare.com/

I can’t stress enough how vital branding is in demand creation and lead generation. Branding is not just about a logo or a catchy slogan. It’s about creating an emotional connection with your target audience and delivering on your brand’s promises. This conversation has reminded me that branding is an ongoing process that requires constant attention and effort to stay relevant and effective in a constantly evolving business landscape.

In this episode, I sit with Ariadna Navarro, the Chief Growth Officer and Chief Strategy Officer at VSA Partners. Ariadna is passionate about helping clients identify and unlock their growth potential by connecting their business strategy to brand and experience. She has worked with big companies like IBM, AT&T, Google, and startup disruptors like Robinhood. She leads strategy, client engagement, and business development as Chief Growth Officer. Acknowledging the connective tissue between what a brand is and what a brand does allows her to have a unique perspective on where markets are going, what clients need, and how a brand can find a moment of differentiation in crowded markets.

Key takeaways:

• A brand is the best articulation of business ambition
• The importance of brand building in today’s world
• The connection between a founder or spokesperson and a brand
• A brand is an ecosystem that includes everything from product design to retail store experience
• A strong brand is essential for demand creation, top of mind awareness, and lead generation
• Exercise care when navigating controversial issues to avoid negative consequences for the brand’s reputation and stock value
• Building a strong brand requires investment, time, and a clear understanding of the organization’s business ambition

All this and more, on this week’s episode of Beyond 7 Figures.

Stay tuned next week when I talk about social media business and personal branding with Zach Ford. So, don’t forget to subscribe to the show to get that episode as soon it gets released. Until then, be profitable.

• https://vsapartners.com/