In this episode, host Spencer Lowe, as interviewed by Daniel Borba, discusses the profound impact of AI on knowledge-based industries, suggesting that these sectors will be the most disrupted. It highlights possible changes in hiring practices and effects on competitiveness. The podcast advises leaders to understand their roles, competitive advantages, and what portions of their businesses can be automated. It also discusses hiring strategies, advocating for hiring for compatibility and growth potential, and timestamps the importance of experienced hires and fresh talent. Spencer emphasizes understanding a problem before providing a solution and encourages continuous growth to avoid stagnancy within a business. Anticipating AI’s future adoption in podcast development, Spencer suggests leveraging AI might be as impactful as the internet’s advent. 

This episode is sponsored by SOLVD. Visit them at https://solvd.cloud/. 

In this episode, host Spencer Lowe, as interviewed by Daniel Borba, discusses entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of acquiring high-leverage skills regardless of one's career path. He shares his personal experiences and inspirations that led him to entrepreneurship. Spencer also touches on the concept of financial leverage as a driving force behind successful individuals. The focus then shifts to the challenges businesses face due to inconsistent tech strategies and tooling. He explains the organizational benefit of unified tech systems and advocates for tech-savvy executives to mitigate these challenges. Spencer asserts that speedy adaptation to technology changes and a solid data strategy are crucial in today's business climate. He further argues that tech expertise should extend beyond the CTO to all executive staff as businesses become increasingly dependent on technology. 

This episode is sponsored by SOLVD. Visit them at https://solvd.cloud/. 

This podcast episode features a conversation between the host, Spencer Lowe, and real estate investor, Connor Cushman. They discuss the importance of sound financial management in real estate investing. Connor also shares his insights from his transition from tech to real estate, the influence of the "Rich Dad, Poor Dad" book on his investment approach, and his strategy of converting personal homes into rentals. He emphasizes creating financial cushion to survive market changes and warns against over-leveraging properties, advising to always have reserve funds. The conversation also covers the importance of balancing success-oriented relationships with ones not based on competition. 

In this episode, four-time founder Josh Little talks about his journey from being a teacher to becoming an entrepreneur. His interest in entrepreneurship was piqued by the book "Rich Dad, Poor Dad", leading to a five-year period of learning and ideation before making the leap. Josh, who also had a stint in sales, notes the transferable skills between teaching and business. Despite previous failures, such as his B2B video communication platform, Volley, he values the lessons learnt and relationships built. 

Highlights

• How Josh’s mission in life is to create beautiful things, and that he finds fulfillment in various activities such as making pickles, playing music, and building businesses
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• His success in sales, working his way up from selling DSL to pharmaceuticals, and then to computer-assisted brain surgery platforms at Stryker
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• The advantage of identifying and hiring from atypical talent markets is discussed as a form of business leverage
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• The significance of performing (singing) in building confidence and connecting with an audience is discussed as an important aspect of Josh's personal development
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• The clear vision and potential they saw in Volley, and the crushing pressure to deliver on the substantial investment received
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• The invaluable learning and skill development opportunities that arose from Volley, notwithstanding its financial failure

Episode Resources

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• Connect with Josh Little on LinkedIn
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• Connect with Spencer Lowe on LinkedIn
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• Learn more about SOLVD.cloud 

James Dayhuff, a Technical Program Manager, overcame job loss through a strong LinkedIn presence. He underlines visibility and competency as career growth essentials and states that consistent LinkedIn engagement leads to a cascade of positive outcomes. His success relied on social media tools like Simplified and Buffer, and AI tools like ChatGPT for his role as a TPM. He urges others to prioritize action and outcomes over staying in their lane and credits personal branding on LinkedIn with heightened confidence and career control.

Micah Lorenc, an entrepreneur who moved from corporate roles to establish his own company, discusses leveraging personal talents and others' skills for success. He covers his career journey, including his 40 by 40 list and personal achievements, and his move into entrepreneurship with Tailored Consulting and CultureLab. He explores different types of leverage, discussing how it can amplify both success and failure.

Jace Mattinson joins us in a wide ranging interview that explores his journey from a college graduate in accounting, to becoming COO of a company doing over half a billion dollars in annual revenue. He shares key learnings from his life that taught him how to use leverage, how he developed high value mentor relationships, and tools he uses right now to get the most out of his time.

Jace is the COO of Nation's Best Holdings, a PE firm rolling up lumber and hardware companies across the US.  He also owns several real estate holdings, owns and operates multiple food and dessert franchises, and founded and hosts the Millionaire's Unveiled podcast.