Inside BS Show

This is a special segment featuring Dave Lorenzo, The Godfather of Growth. On today's show, Dave discusses the criteria he uses to determine if he should take someone seriously. 

This is only available here on the audio podcast. It is exclusive content. 

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Business Advice for Small Business Owners

On today's Inside BS Show, Dave shares the top four pieces of advice he gives to business owners. Let us know how your top 4 pieces of advice match up with his.

Chapters
00:00 Business Advice for Small Business Owners
00:55 Get Paid in Advance
05:40 Hire a Good Accountant
07:08 Know Your Client
09:45 Create Standard Operating Procedures

About Inside BS Show 

The Inside BS Show  provides business leaders with inside business secrets to help them make a great living and live a great life.
Since its inception in 2020, the show has been a valuable resource for CEOs and business leaders seeking the personal and professional knowledge they need to take their businesses to the next level while making the journey more rewarding. 

Fake Guru vs. Real Business Consultant | How to Spot a Fake Guru

In this episode of the Inside BS Show,  Dave Lorenzo discusses how to spot a fake guru in the coaching & consulting industry. He addresses the prevalence of coaches & consultants selling unrealistic dreams and explores ways to identify legitimate professionals.

Dave Lorenzo emphasizes the importance of working with coaches and consultants who prioritize the client's needs and focus on delivering value rather than showcasing material possessions like Lamborghinis or private jets. Genuine coaches and consultants concentrate on helping clients achieve their desired results through expertise and customized guidance.

One of the major red flags is emotionally manipulative language. Fake gurus use high-pressure tactics, trying to instill fear and desperation in potential clients to make a quick sale. On the other hand, legitimate coaches and consultants offer transparency and provide a clear roadmap for success, allowing clients to make informed decisions.

Dave Lorenzo shares a personal experience where he demonstrated his confidence by competing against another provider in a sales challenge. Legitimate consultants should be open about their track record and welcome opportunities for potential clients to connect with past or current clients for references.

The video stresses that hesitation or vagueness from a coach or consultant when asked about their background or success story, is a significant warning sign. A genuine coach will readily share their achievements and provide concrete evidence of their expertise and the value they offer.

Overall, the key takeaway from the video is to be vigilant and discerning when selecting a coach or consultant. Legitimate coaches and consultants focus on the client's needs, offer transparency, and are willing to provide references to demonstrate their capabilities. By avoiding emotionally manipulative tactics and flashy displays, individuals can protect themselves from fake gurus and make more informed decisions in choosing a reputable and helpful coach or consultant.

Chapters:
00:00 How to Spot a Fake Guru
01:41 Coaches Are Accelerants
02:10 Red Flag: Focus on Lifestyle of the Coach
03:56 Red Flag: Emotionally Manipulative Language
08:34 Red Flag: Selling the Dream
16:54 Red Flag: Vagueness
19:28 Red Flag: Never Admitting Failures

About Inside BS Show 

The Inside BS Show provides business leaders with inside business secrets to help them make a great living and live a great life.
Since its inception in 2020, the show has been a valuable resource for CEOs and business leaders seeking the personal and professional knowledge they need to take their businesses to the next level while making the journey more rewarding. 

Non-Sleazy Networking Strategies for Business Leaders
 
The first strategy is to deliver value first by making meaningful connections and offering help without expecting anything in return.

The second strategy involves using LinkedIn effectively, engaging with content, and establishing warm connections before reaching out.

The third strategy is to ask important, empathetic questions to foster deeper conversations and build relationships.

The fourth strategy suggests bringing a wing person to networking events to make introductions and ease conversations.

The fifth strategy emphasizes the importance of follow-up by delivering ongoing value through newsletters, introductions, and educational content.

Dave stresses the significance of suspending judgment based on appearances and staying open to unexpected connections. By following these strategies, you can enhance your networking skills and build fruitful professional relationships.

Chapters:
00:00 Non Sleazy Networking Strategies for Business Leaders
00:38 Deliver Value First
02:43 Use LinkedIn to Develop Relationships
04:10 Ask Empathetic Questions
08:18 Bring a Wingperson with You
10:54 Suspend Judgement
16:05 Add More Value with Your Follow Up

About Inside BS Show 

The Inside BS Show provides business leaders with inside business secrets to help them make a great living and live a great life.
Since its inception in 2020, the show has been a valuable resource for CEOs and business leaders seeking the personal and professional knowledge they need to take their businesses to the next level while making the journey more rewarding. 

Ted Lasso Leadership Lessons

Ted Lasso is a show on Apple TV and it features an American Football coach who is brought over to the United Kingdom to coach soccer. The main character displays many good leadership traits. On today's show, Dave Lorenzo discuss a few of those great qualities.  

Chapters
00:00 Ted Lasso Leadership Lessons 
02:30 Emotional Intelligence
03:49 People React Based Upon What is Happening in Their Lives
05:21 Vulnerability
07:34 How Can We Anticipate the Reaction of Others?

About Inside BS Show 

The Inside BS Show provides business leaders with inside business secrets to help them make a great living and live a great life.
Since its inception in 2020, the show has been a valuable resource for CEOs and business leaders seeking the personal and professional knowledge they need to take their businesses to the next level while making the journey more rewarding. 

How to Build a Community of Like-Minded Professionals

On today's Inside BS Show, Dave Lorenzo share the mindset required to build a powerful group of peers. Dave focused on these elements while building the largest group of networking professionals in the history of ProVisors.

These mindset strategies are also valuable for Vistage Chairs as they build their coaching groups. Dave has worked with several Vistage Chairs to help them build successful practices.

Chapters
00:00 How to Build a Community of Like-Minded Professionals
01:30 Mindset Elements Necessary for Building a Peer Group
02:07 Clarity of Purpose
06:12 Commitment
10:36 Confidence
13:23 Culture
16:22 Capability

About Inside BS Show 

The Inside BS Show provides business leaders with inside business secrets to help them make a great living and live a great life.
Since its inception in 2020, the show has been a valuable resource for CEOs and business leaders seeking the personal and professional knowledge they need to take their businesses to the next level while making the journey more rewarding. 

Inside BS Interview with Erika Buenaventura | Show 149

Erika Buenaventura is the Regional Director for ProVisors in South Florida. Her region, which includes Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach Counties is one of the fastest-growing regions in the United States.
On today’s show, Erika discusses her career journey, being a busy working mom and leading a group of big-ego professionals.

Chapters:
00:00 How to Lead a Fast-Growing Team of Professionals
01:40 Dave Discusses Loyalty and Why it is One of the Qualities He Values Most in a Friend
04:00 Why Dave is Grateful to Erika
05:42 What does a ProVisors Regional Director Do?
08:05 How did Erika Find ProVisors?
12:00 Erika Shares How ProVisors in South Florida is Organized
23:45 Why did Erika Decide to Work at ProVisors?
25:45 What Makes Erika So Successful as a Regional Director?
27:00 What is One Piece of Advice Erika Would Give a New Regional Director?
27:45 What is the Most Exciting Thing About Being a ProVisors Regional Director?
29:00 How Does Erika Balance Being a Mom and Working in a High-Pressure Job?
32:10 Erika has a Remote Relationship with Her Boss. How Does that Work for Her?
34:16 What is a Challenge that Erika Has Faced as a Regional Director?
35:23 How Does Erika Manage the Different Personalities in ProVisors?
36:16 How Hard is it to Manage and Motivate Volunteers?
40:50 How Has Erika’s Personal Story Influenced Her and Help Her Become Successful?
44:05 Who Was One of Erika’s Early Mentors?
45:42 What Does Erika Look for in a ProVisors Group Leader?
46:50 How Does Erika Help These Group Leaders to Be Successful?
49:45 How Has Being a Competitive Person Helped Erika Succeed?
51:50 How Does Erika Balance Being Competitive with Being Good Natured?
55:00 What Will ProVisors Look Like Five Years from Now?
57:00 What is Next for Erika Buenaventura?
58:00 Erika Shares Three of Her Core Values with Us
59:18 Erika Asks Dave Why He Joined ProVisors.
1:04:00 Giving Advice to New ProVisors Member?
1:05:27 What Motivates Dave to Put Other People First?
1:08:59  What Motivates This Leader to Excel in Their Role at ProVisors? 

About Inside BS Show

The Inside BS Show provides business leaders with inside business secrets to help them make a great living and live a great life.
Since its inception in 2020, the show has been a valuable resource for CEOs and business leaders seeking the personal and professional knowledge they need to take their businesses to the next level while making the journey more rewarding. 

How to Motivate Employees

Dave Lorenzo discusses how to get employees fired up about the mission and purpose of your company.

If you think your employees are only joining your company for a paycheck, you MUST watch this video.

Chapters:
00:00 How Do You Motivate Employees?
01:00 What is the Role of Empathy in Employee Motivation?
02:38 People Join a Company Because They Believe in What They Are Doing
04:00 People Want to Know They Are Making a Difference
04:50 Ask Employees: What Do You Want from This Relationship?
07:09 Litigators Who are Handling a Matter They Believe In

About Inside BS Show 

The Inside BS Show provides business leaders with inside business secrets to help them make a great living and live a great life.
Since its inception in 2020, the show has been a valuable resource for CEOs and business leaders seeking the personal and professional knowledge they need to take their businesses to the next level while making the journey more rewarding. 

How to Handle Unsolicited Advice

Unsolicited advice stinks. It is only valuable to the sender. On today's show, Dave Lorenzo discuss ways to handle the regular unsolicited advice they receive. This show will make you feel better about yourself if you are getting bombarded with "guidance from friend."

Chapters
00:00 How to Handle Unsolicited Advice
00:30 Dave Tells an Embarrassing Story
02:34 Who is Unsolicited Advice Good For?
03:27 Never Gives Unsolicited Advice
04:12 There is No Good Response to Unsolicited Advice
05:29 The Two Things That Dave Does When He Receives Unsolicited Advice
08:00 People With High Self-Esteem Don't GIve Unsolicited Advice

About Inside BS Show 

The Inside BS Show provides business leaders with inside business secrets to help them make a great living and live a great life.
Since its inception in 2020, the show has been a valuable resource for CEOs and business leaders seeking the personal and professional knowledge they need to take their businesses to the next level while making the journey more rewarding. 

These days, many types of businesses are struggling with how to handle the impact of workers not wanting to return to an office environment. On today's show, let's discuss the implications of this issue for businesses and for workers. The jumping-off point; Some rather pointed comments made by media icon Martha Stewart.

Chapters:
00:00 Is Work From Home Dead?  Martha Stewart Thinks So
01:02 Is Work From Home Bad for Productivity
02:17 Martha Stewart Doesn't Understand Gen Z
04:09 Loves Work from Home

About Inside BS Show 

The Inside BS Show provides business leaders with inside business secrets to help them make a great living and live a great life.
Since its inception in 2020, the show has been a valuable resource for CEOs and business leaders seeking the personal and professional knowledge they need to take their businesses to the next level while making the journey more rewarding.