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EP26: How Mentors & Community Influence Your Personal Growth and Success


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How Mentors & Community Influence Your Personal Growth and Success - EP26


In this episode of the ASOM Pod, hosts Jimmy Kim (CEO of eCom Email Marketer & Founder of Sendlane), John Roman (CEO & Co-Founder of BattlBox), Amer Grozdanic (CEO & Co-Founder of Praella), and Bryan MacDonald (Director of eCommerce at Oma's Pride) dive deep into the vital role of personal growth, continuous learning, and mentorship in entrepreneurship. They discuss the delicate balance of mixing business with friendship, highlighting how both paid and informal mentors can shape business success. The crew shares their own methods for staying relevant in fast-paced industries, whether it's through engaging with communities, attending webinars, or navigating work relationships. The conversation also touches on self-directed learning, managing founder fatigue, and recognizing when to bring in premium talent.

What You’ll Learn:

How blending business and friendship can enhance entrepreneurial growth
The value of paid mentors vs. 'friendtors' in your business journey
Non-traditional learning methods that keep you ahead of the curve, from webinars to mastermind groups
The importance of staying humble while building confidence as a leader
A deep dive into Amir’s Book Corner, featuring Buy Back Your Time by Dan Martell
The power of passive mentorship and how it can shape your path to success

Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just getting started, this episode offers valuable insights into balancing personal development with business growth!

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Big thanks to Omnisend for sponsoring the pod! With 125,000+ eCommerce merchants, Omnisend is the all-in-one email & SMS marketing platform built to deliver seamless, personalized experiences with ease. Learn more at ⁠https://www.omnisend.com/⁠


Thank you to Recharge for [sponsoring the pod! Trusted by over 20,000 brands, Recharge is the #1 platform for your eCommerce subscription needs. Learn more at ⁠http://recharge.asompod.com/⁠


Shout out to Salvit Advisors for sponsoring the pod! Salvit Advisors help eCommerce brands make profitable decisions by tailoring data-driven sights that are unique to your business. Learn more at https://www.salvit.com/


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00:00 Teaser Trailer

00:17 Learning Beyond Traditional Education

01:35 Introducing the Hosts

03:42 The Importance of Staying Relevant

10:29 The Role of Mentors in Entrepreneurial Growth

15:39 Non-Traditional Learning Methods

23:09 Finding Inspiration and Motivation

26:52 Diverse Influences and Inspirations

29:39 The Power of Passive Mentorship

31:33 Self-Directed Learning and Personal Growth

36:58 Avoiding the Know-It-All Trap

40:39 Amer's Book Corner: Buy Back Your Time

48:07 Wrapping Up and Looking Ahead


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Follow Jimmy Kim at: 

X:  https://www.twitter.com/yojimmykim 

Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/yojimmykim

IG: https://www.instagram.com/@yojimmykim 

Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yojimmykim


Follow Bryan MacDonald at:

X: https://www.twitter.com/bryanomaspride

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryan-macdonald-ct

IG: https://www.instagram.com/@anythingbutasalad

Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@anythingbutasalad


Follow John Roman at: 

X: https://www.twitter.com/@JohnMRoman

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-roman/

IG: https://www.instagram.com/@johnnyromes

Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@johnmroman


Follow Amer Grozdanic at: 

X: https://www.twitter.com/@AmerGrozdanic

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amer-grozdanic

IG: https://www.instagram.com/@amergrozdanic

Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@amergrozdanic


Contact us at [email protected] for sponsorships, appearance requests, interviews, or general information!


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