If there’s anyone who embodies a commitment to excellence in everything he does, it’s John Lee Dumas.

Today’s show is another favorite from the archives that is a testimony to a person who has an eye for and commitment to excellence.  It was just a few years ago that John Lee Dumas and his show, Entrepreneur on Fire set the podcasting world on fire (no pun intended). how did he do it? By committing to publishing an episode of his show every single day of the week. That’s unheard of in the podcasting world, but he dared to do it, and do it with excellence. And he did.

Entrepreneur on fire is an interview show (like this one) that digs into the background behind the success of entrepreneurs have done to become the success that they are. John’s podcast is one of the first to be structured around the same set of questions for every guest. John has a way of finding out the unseen but vital stuff that has propelled his guests forward.

In this episode of the Crank it Up Show David T.S. Wood is going to dig into John Lee Dumas’ journey of becoming THE entrepreneur on fire, discovering how he went about building his daily podcast into the amazing success it is now, and uncovering how his commitment to excellence fueled every step of that journey. These are insights you won’t want to miss.

In this episode David’s also going to unpack how John Lee Dumas’ experience in the U.S. military build a commitment to excellence into his work ethic and mindset and has served him powerfully as he’s moved into the entrepreneurial world. You’ll hear how it fueled John as he got started with Entrepreneur on Fire, how it helped him overcome rejections, and how he looks toward the future with the same hopeful attitude.

Wrapping up this episode, David is going to ask John Lee Dumas to give his best advice for upcoming entrepreneurs and those who are hoping to move out of the difficult or limiting situations they are in. As you might expect, John is going to focus in on what it means to be committed to excellence, and the first steps it takes to make your dreams happen.

Get ready to Crank it Up!

Outline of this great episode

* John Lee Dumas – the podcast legend who’s set the podcasting world on fire.

* The aim and structure of John’s show, Entrepreneur on Fire.

* John’s story and experience as a member of the U.S. Armed services in Iraq.

* How John’s time in the military taught him a commitment to excellence and set him up for success in the entrepreneurial world.

* John’s mindset and the gratitude that enables him to move past the present moment and into a place of gratitude and eagerness.

* How John got his “Ah-Hah” moment to build the structure and systems that make Entrepreneur on Fire successful and excellent.

* The steps John Lee Dumas followed to get started setting up interview conversations with high profile guests for his show.

* The importance of taking the first leap required to move toward excellence by overcoming the fear of rejection.

* How John Lee Dumas maintained his commitment to excellence in the face of initial discouragements and rejections.

* How John has built his business off the excellence and success of his podcast.

* John’s outlook on the podcasting world and the power, success, and excellence it will bring to the world.

* John’s advice for how to move toward excellence in everything you do, and how to avoid most entrepreneurs’ biggest mistake.

Links mentioned in this episode

http://www.AmplifiedLiving.com

http://www.EntrepreneurOnFire.com

Derek Halpern – http://derekhalpern.com/

Pat Flynn – http://www.SmartPassiveIncome.com