Influence School

Every entrepreneur's goal is to reach new heights with their business, but this is something they won't be able to do alone. An integral part of the equation for success is the people working behind the scenes, and exceptional team members ensure exceptional results, which is why it's important to have a thorough hiring process to see if candidates are a perfect fit. In this episode, we'll go into one of the best ways entrepreneurs can find the right additions to their team and reveal the truth about what it really means to hire employees for your business.

One of the most common challenges entrepreneurs face is setting a price on their products or services. It requires a lot of thought to come up with numbers that are neither too high nor too low. However, even after setting a reasonable price, it's important to remember that these are not set in stone. There are several factors that can trigger the rise of these numbers, but this is a move that most entrepreneurs find hard to take. In this episode, we'll discuss how to overcome the limiting beliefs entrepreneurs often have when taking a leap of faith to grow their business.

Money and systems are two of the pillars that build a solid foundation for a successful business, but leveraging these aspects is not a skill that entrepreneurs automatically have. It takes years of knowledge gained from experiences to truly understand how they can use these to scale their business in a steady and sustainable way. In this episode, we'll discuss the art of systematizing a business and explore what it really takes to handle abundance in your life.

When people think of entrepreneurs, they almost always picture someone who's wealthy and has the freedom to do whatever they want whenever they want. While that can be possible with this type of career, it's also not always the case, especially when you're just starting out. In this episode, I'll share my story of what it was like to be a beginner entrepreneur and how I dealt with my overwhelming debt as I walked away from my previous job.

There are many contradicting beliefs when it comes to money. To some people, it can be a source of motivation for achieving their goals, while to others, it's not the first thing on their minds. But, regardless of these different perspectives, there's no denying the value it holds in helping you live a comfortable life. In this episode, we'll dive deep into the importance of money and wealth in life as I share about my personal journey to entrepreneurship and financial freedom.

Founder and CEO of Cleanlots, Brian Winch grew his business from what was supposed to be a simple side hustle into a six-figure empire. Back in 1981, with only a high school diploma and the motivation for success, he made the decision to change his life by starting his own parking lot clean-up company. This unique business idea was inspired by one of his father's many side hustles, and he grabbed the opportunity for growth when he started earning more than his full-time job. Forty years later, he continues to pursue his passion of being of service to other people by sharing his knowledge so they can change their lives too.

Connect with Brian Winch at cleanlots.com

Brian Nogaro understands what it takes to build a team. Over the last three years, he has built teams that establish the foundations of businesses through his non-profit organization JCI Toronto where he holds the position of Executive Vice President. He is also the Vice President of Sales for Alarm Guard Security Services Inc. and firmly believes that at the heart of every team is a culture where common beliefs reside. His goal is to guide young people as they navigate their way into the professional world and help them develop long-term skills for success.

Connect with Brian Nogaro at jcitoronto.org

Before Martin Ebongue packed his bags to travel the world, he held a valuable position in the digital marketing world. He started out as an email marketing specialist and worked with big-time companies such as Procter & Gamble, The Coca-Cola Company, and many more. Throughout his digital marketing career spanning 15 years, he has become a serial entrepreneur handling multiple businesses and a master of generating passive income online. He currently resides in Bali, Indonesia, and spends his time managing his digital marketing agency, which he uses to educate children from orphanages. His goal is to share his knowledge and expertise with the people from nearby islands so they can have the opportunity to eventually start their own businesses.

Connect with Martin Ebongue at martinebongue.com

With 30 years of experience and counting, Chris Prefontaine is a renowned veteran in the real estate industry. Before becoming a bestselling author and founder of Smart Real Estate Coach, he started out in construction and even once owned a brokerage firm. This sequence of events led him to begin sharing his expertise by coaching others so they can achieve the same success. Together with his family, they have expanded their business to reach more people and build a powerful network of real estate associates. He aims to educate people in the world of real estate through various platforms so they can build their expertise with solid foundational knowledge for success.

Connect with Chris Prefontaine at smartrealestatecoach.com

Ever since she was young, Zaneilia Harris has always had a passion for financial management and entrepreneurship. Her family's struggles with finance only fueled her drive to learn more about the industry. After losing her job at an investment management firm due to the 2008 recession, she decided to take matters into her own hands and establish Harris & Harris Wealth Management. Despite the challenges of being a female African-American entrepreneur in the financial industry, she continues her legacy in empowering female professionals about financial literacy. She believes that when women are financially empowered it brings a positive effect to communities.

Connect with Zaneilia Harris at hhwealth.com