Momentum for the Entrepreneurial Personality Type (EPT)

Recently I was at an amazing event, ArchAngel, in Canada put on by my friend Giovanni Marsico. At the event, we were masterminding at tables, and Gio asked across the room what I thought about entrepreneurs leading by example. I responded by saying entrepreneurs should never lead by example. Disavow any thought of leading by example. It's one of the worst strategies we can use as an entrepreneur. As you can imagine, I had a lot of heads turn so I had to explain myself.

You don't want your team to do what you do. You want your team to do what they do. You want your team to achieve what they are expected of in their individual positions. You don't want them to show up and act like you. Leading by example is one of the biggest traps we can fall into because when we take on the mantle of leading by example, it makes you responsible for what's going on in the business. Not only does it make you solely responsible, but it's also just not enough. It's a good start but here's the problem. Far too many entrepreneurs look at that as "the speed of the boss is the speed of the team." Which really translates to, the speed with which you as the leader to offload and change your behavior is the speed at which your team will modify and grow.

Another reason why you don't want to lead by example is that you don't want a team of people like you. You can be an inspiration to your team as to what a leader looks like, but you don't want them to mimic everything you do. Can you imagine an entire group of people exactly like you? It would be a disaster. So you can be an example, but your team can't succeed just by looking at you as an example. Every member of your team needs clear outcomes, measurements for perspective, and clear accountability.

Don't ever fall into the trap of saying I lead by example. It's one of the most disempowering thought processes you can take on as an entrepreneur. You may inspire people by example and be an example of what someone in your co should look like, but you can't lead by example. You should lead by process, structure, and clarity that will give your team the ability to win. If you're ready to start leading your team through a process and become the CEO you know you should be, stop waiting and contact us today. Let us help go to billionairecode.com.

When you're ready, here are a few ways my team and I can help scale your business:

1. Grab a free copy of my book: The Entrepreneurial Personality Type.

This book will show you why, as an entrepreneur, there is nothing wrong with you, and how you're not alone. We are the few who dare to dream of a better future and go into the world, insisting it become a reality.

2. Join Momentum Masterclass.

In this course, you'll learn how to eliminate pressure and noise, how planning systems play a massive role in your success, and the keystone habits every entrepreneur needs to develop.

3. Join our Billionaire Code Facebook Group.

Come hang out in our Facebook group of over 2,000+ members where we regularly share about team building and company growth.

4. Subscribe to the Momentum Podcast.

The Momentum Podcast will walk you through the importance of building a team, scaling companies, and ultimately, making your greatest contribution to the world.

5. Join one of our programs and work with me and my team.

If you'd like to work directly with me and my team, to take you from where you are today to a place where there are consistent growth and scale, head on over to billionairecode.com and we'll send over some details to get you started.

Most of my podcasts are directed towards visionary entrepreneurs, but this one is going to be a little different. In this episode, I want to talk to the EPTs who are working with the visionary entrepreneur. When it comes to visionaries, one of the biggest obstacles you will have is with communication. I want to share with you how to better communicate with a visionary in a way that they actually hear you.

Anytime in a business when we can change communication and comprehension, it improves the company. So for you as the EPT working with the visionary, you need to learn how to communicate with them in a way that they hear and understand you, even when it's challenging. I know that it's hard to talk about tough issues with a visionary. But as a visionary myself, I can tell you we need to know what's going on regardless of how difficult the conversation may be. Because if we don't know what's going on we can't change anything and when we get caught off guard, that's the worst feeling in the world.

Here are a few strategies to communicate with visionaries: 1.) Stop thinking of information as positive and negative. 2.) Be transparent and direct to the point. 3.) Avoid being emotional at all costs; don't react to the reaction. 4.) Don't just communicate the issues, come prepared with a solution or two. 5.) Let us know how the problem is going to affect us as a company internally and externally with our clients.

Follow these strategies, and a visionary will hear you and actually look forward to your interactions. If you want more help with this, go to Billionairecode.com and jump on a call with a member of my team.

When you're ready, here are a few ways my team and I can help scale your business:

1. Grab a free copy of my book: The Entrepreneurial Personality Type.

This book will show you why, as an entrepreneur, there is nothing wrong with you, and how you're not alone. We are the few who dare to dream of a better future and go into the world, insisting it become a reality.

2. Join Momentum Masterclass.

In this course, you'll learn how to eliminate pressure and noise, how planning systems play a massive role in your success, and the keystone habits every entrepreneur needs to develop.

3. Join our Billionaire Code Facebook Group.

Come hang out in our Facebook group of over 2,000+ members where we regularly share about team building and company growth.

4. Subscribe to the Momentum Podcast.

The Momentum Podcast will walk you through the importance of building a team, scaling companies, and ultimately, making your greatest contribution to the world.

5. Join one of our programs and work with me and my team.

If you'd like to work directly with me and my team, to take you from where you are today to a place where there are consistent growth and scale, head on over to billionairecode.com and we'll send over some details to get you started.

Full disclosure, I have a different experience with most business books than the average person does. Recently I was at a mastermind, and I had a familiar experience. One I have far too often. At this mastermind, someone at my table recommended the book "Topgrading," and I could have jumped out of my skin.

When it comes to books on hiring or processes on recruitment, there's a well-known book out there called "Topgrading." Essentially it's a book based on stack ranking people in a company. Honestly, topgrading is a terrible process and one I've had personal experience with. In this podcast, I share a story of the Topgrading group coming into a company I had partnered on. Tune in to hear how this process failed this business, and how I ended up winning.

There's a ton of books and process out there. You need to be careful about which ones you use and listen to. The majority of them haven't been challenged, and if they were, you would see that they are no good. Topgrading is one of them. If you want advice on how to hire the right people for your business, here's what you need to do. Take your candidates and look at the skill sets they have. Make sure they match your position, but more importantly, make sure they are excited about the job and that they are a true believer. Because you can have the perfect person on paper, but if they aren't genuinely excited about their position and they don't believe they are going to fail you. Find true believers who care and your entire business will change. Lastly, if you haven't yet, don't even bother reading the book "Topgrading." Trust me; I'm doing you a favor.

Resources mentioned:

If you want help with building a business, growing a team, and changing the world go to Billionairecode.com.

When you're ready, here are a few ways my team and I can help scale your business:

1. Grab a free copy of my book: The Entrepreneurial Personality Type.

This book will show you why, as an entrepreneur, there is nothing wrong with you, and how you're not alone. We are the few who dare to dream of a better future and go into the world, insisting it become a reality.

2. Join Momentum Masterclass.

In this course, you'll learn how to eliminate pressure and noise, how planning systems play a massive role in your success, and the keystone habits every entrepreneur needs to develop.

3. Join our Billionaire Code Facebook Group.

Come hang out in our Facebook group of over 2,000+ members where we regularly share about team building and company growth.

4. Subscribe to the Momentum Podcast.

The Momentum Podcast will walk you through the importance of building a team, scaling companies, and ultimately, making your greatest contribution to the world.

5. Join one of our programs and work with me and my team.

If you'd like to work directly with me and my team, to take you from where you are today to a place where there are consistent growth and scale, head on over to billionairecode.com and we'll send over some details to get you started.

I've seen a mastermind meltdown in the market today. There's a lot of masterminds out there that don't have a clear avatar, outcome, or foundation. I've watched so many people in the marketplace spend a ton of money and effort only to go backward. Don't let this be you. Be careful about the mastermind you select. Unless the mastermind is qualified, you're at risk and subject to a negative influence. Choose a mastermind where people are curated to be in the room, not just there because they cut a check.

Here are some of the filters I use before I consider speaking, supporting, or attending any event. 1- Who is the avatar in the room? 2- What are the stated outcomes? 3- What is the belief process of the mastermind? Try these before you decide to join another mastermind or go to an event.

If you're looking at joining a mastermind, get clear on what you need and where you are as an entrepreneur. When you join the right mastermind at the right time, your entire business will change. Find a group that's going to support you in improving your business and your life.

Resources mentioned:

Billionairecode.com

When you're ready, here are a few ways my team and I can help scale your business:

1. Grab a free copy of my book: The Entrepreneurial Personality Type.

This book will show you why, as an entrepreneur, there is nothing wrong with you, and how you're not alone. We are the few who dare to dream of a better future and go into the world, insisting it become a reality.

2. Join Momentum Masterclass.

In this course, you'll learn how to eliminate pressure and noise, how planning systems play a massive role in your success, and the keystone habits every entrepreneur needs to develop.

3. Join our Billionaire Code Facebook Group.

Come hang out in our Facebook group of over 2,000+ members where we regularly share about team building and company growth.

4. Subscribe to the Momentum Podcast.

The Momentum Podcast will walk you through the importance of building a team, scaling companies, and ultimately, making your greatest contribution to the world.

5. Join one of our programs and work with me and my team.

If you'd like to work directly with me and my team, to take you from where you are today to a place where there are consistent growth and scale, head on over to billionairecode.com and we'll send over some details to get you started.

When we take care of ourselves and lower pressure and noise, momentum in our lives goes up. Not only do we feel better, but it also benefits our business and overall quality of life. Sometimes as entrepreneurs, it's hard to remember to take care of ourselves. We get busy and put ourselves last. But trust me, that's the most damaging thing you can do. It actually slows down your productivity.

If you aren't practicing self-care, don't go crazy and try to do everything at once. Begin by making simple, subtle changes in your life. The easiest one to start with is hydration. Just getting hydrated can give you massive momentum as an entrepreneur. When you are fully hydrated, you will feel better on a daily basis. You will notice increased awareness for your entire body. If you want to run at an optimal level, you have to be hydrated.

The benefits of drinking water and being hydrated are extraordinary. Start this habit and in 4 weeks, evaluate what's changed. I guarantee that you will notice amazing changes in your body, business, and overall life. If you're ready to experience the massive momentum from something as simple as being hydrated, go to getthirstynow.com.

When you're ready, here are a few ways my team and I can help scale your business:

1. Grab a free copy of my book: The Entrepreneurial Personality Type.

This book will show you why, as an entrepreneur, there is nothing wrong with you, and how you're not alone. We are the few who dare to dream of a better future and go into the world, insisting it become a reality.

2. Join Momentum Masterclass.

In this course, you'll learn how to eliminate pressure and noise, how planning systems play a massive role in your success, and the keystone habits every entrepreneur needs to develop.

3. Join our Billionaire Code Facebook Group.

Come hang out in our Facebook group of over 2,000+ members where we regularly share about team building and company growth.

4. Subscribe to the Momentum Podcast.

The Momentum Podcast will walk you through the importance of building a team, scaling companies, and ultimately, making your greatest contribution to the world.

5. Join one of our programs and work with me and my team.

If you'd like to work directly with me and my team, to take you from where you are today to a place where there are consistent growth and scale, head on over to billionairecode.com and we'll send over some details to get you started.

I've been coaching entrepreneurs with kids for over 20 years. Over time, I've noticed there are some visible patterns with entrepreneurs and our children. A pattern I've seen over and over again in entrepreneurial children is that they need time to connect. They need time to be heard and have someone engage with them.

Society is quick to label children with all types of behavioral disorders. I firmly believe that many of these symptoms are actually a diagnosis of children being brilliant. But here's the thing, brilliant children need more guidance, help, and time than other children out there. They need to be able to offload when there uncomfortable and have time set aside to be heard.

If you have a brilliant kid, set aside at least 20 minutes a day for them. During this time, go for a walk, or just simply talk to them. They need time to feel like they can trust and be heard. Soon your 20 minutes a day will become routine, and they will start to ask you questions and let you in on what's going on with them.

Brilliant children are going to change the world. The future is a revolution, and you are raising a revolutionary. Get up every morning, talk to your child, connect with them, and you will see everything change.

Resources mentioned:

Freemomentumbook.com

When you're ready, here are a few ways my team and I can help scale your business:

1. Grab a free copy of my book: The Entrepreneurial Personality Type.

This book will show you why, as an entrepreneur, there is nothing wrong with you, and how you're not alone. We are the few who dare to dream of a better future and go into the world, insisting it become a reality.

2. Join Momentum Masterclass.

In this course, you'll learn how to eliminate pressure and noise, how planning systems play a massive role in your success, and the keystone habits every entrepreneur needs to develop.

3. Join our Billionaire Code Facebook Group.

Come hang out in our Facebook group of over 2,000+ members where we regularly share about team building and company growth.

4. Subscribe to the Momentum Podcast.

The Momentum Podcast will walk you through the importance of building a team, scaling companies, and ultimately, making your greatest contribution to the world.

5. Join one of our programs and work with me and my team.

If you'd like to work directly with me and my team, to take you from where you are today to a place where there are consistent growth and scale, head on over to billionairecode.com and we'll send over some details to get you started.

This is a very special podcast. I had the privilege of interviewing our very own Graphic Designer, Karina Arnal. Karina has been on an incredible journey since she started working with us. Throughout this episode, she shares how her life has been completely transformed over the past year.

Here's a sneak peek into her episode:

Karina used to struggle with her personality type and perception of the world. She was constantly told she was weird, and her behavior wasn't normal. Karina felt like no matter where she went, she just never fit in. These urges were so strong that she moved from Venezuela to Ireland!

She was diagnosed with clinical depression and was told she had it her whole life. She began therapy and shortly after joined Charfen as our Graphic Designer. She started to apply the content we teach in Momentum Masterclass and began experiencing massive changes in her life. Karina went from barely talking at all when she first joined to now recording this podcast! She quit smoking and has been smoke-free for over three months now! She has the desire to keep working towards having a better quality of life, wakes up happy, and wants to be alive.

The world needs to hear Karina's story. If this helped you or you know someone who it may help, please share!

Resources mentioned:

https://freemomentumbook.com/ept

When you're ready, here are a few ways my team and I can help scale your business:

1. Grab a free copy of my book: The Entrepreneurial Personality Type.

This book will show you why, as an entrepreneur, there is nothing wrong with you, and how you're not alone. We are the few who dare to dream of a better future and go into the world, insisting it become a reality.

2. Join Momentum Masterclass.

In this course, you'll learn how to eliminate pressure and noise, how planning systems play a massive role in your success, and the keystone habits every entrepreneur needs to develop.

3. Join our Billionaire Code Facebook Group.

Come hang out in our Facebook group of over 2,000+ members where we regularly share about team building and company growth.

4. Subscribe to the Momentum Podcast.

The Momentum Podcast will walk you through the importance of building a team, scaling companies, and ultimately, making your greatest contribution to the world.

5. Join one of our programs and work with me and my team.

If you'd like to work directly with me and my team, to take you from where you are today to a place where there are consistent growth and scale, head on over to billionairecode.com and we'll send over some details to get you started.

It's a common misconception that measuring or "tracking" your employee's work is micromanaging. But in reality, without measurement, you will be forced to micromanage. Here's why, when you're not measuring, you have to consistently check in with people to know what's happening and what the issues are. When you don't have a perspective as to what someone is doing, you are going to step into transactional management naturally.

Eliminate micromanagement by adding measurements around each team members role. Make sure every person on your team has measurements tailored to their job, and they know exactly what is expected of them. They need to know what you need from them and if they're achieving their measurements on a scoreboard. I've talked about it in previous episodes, but ensure each member on your team has a clear outcome, a clear perspective, and accountability in place.

When you have measurements for your team, you can step into transformational leadership. When these metrics and milestones are set in place, you will notice growth in your team, yourself, and massive momentum across your organization. Measurement moves companies forward!

Resources mentioned:

Billionairecode.com

When you're ready, here are a few ways my team and I can help scale your business:

1. Grab a free copy of my book: The Entrepreneurial Personality Type.

This book will show you why, as an entrepreneur, there is nothing wrong with you, and how you're not alone. We are the few who dare to dream of a better future and go into the world, insisting it become a reality.

2. Join Momentum Masterclass.

In this course, you'll learn how to eliminate pressure and noise, how planning systems play a massive role in your success, and the keystone habits every entrepreneur needs to develop.

3. Join our Billionaire Code Facebook Group.

Come hang out in our Facebook group of over 2,000+ members where we regularly share about team building and company growth.

4. Subscribe to the Momentum Podcast.

The Momentum Podcast will walk you through the importance of building a team, scaling companies, and ultimately, making your greatest contribution to the world.

5. Join one of our programs and work with me and my team.

If you'd like to work directly with me and my team, to take you from where you are today to a place where there are consistent growth and scale, head on over to billionairecode.com and we'll send over some details to get you started.

A lot of our clients do well in their business then find themselves bored. This typically happens after pressure and noise are reduced, we've simplified, and everything is in a good place. Then they start to wonder what's next and feel the absence of knowing what they should be doing. In the last few weeks, even I wondered what I should be focused on. Our team was absolutely crushing it, but that left me feeling a little bored and wondering what I should focus on.

Just like I remind my clients, I recently had to remind myself that our days should continuously be evolving. We should always be changing what we do and building around what the business needs. I want you to ask yourself this question: how do I make this easier on me? If you keep asking yourself this question, you will consistently and systematically fix the deficit created by success.

Resources mentioned:

Billionairecode.com - Grab a free copy of The Billionaire Code Decoded and The Billionaire Code Matrix!

When you're ready, here are a few ways my team and I can help scale your business:

1. Grab a free copy of my book: The Entrepreneurial Personality Type.

This book will show you why, as an entrepreneur, there is nothing wrong with you, and how you're not alone. We are the few who dare to dream of a better future and go into the world, insisting it become a reality.

2. Watch our free presentation on Momentum Masterclass.

In this free training, you'll learn how to eliminate pressure and noise, how planning systems play a massive role in your success, and the keystone habits every entrepreneur needs to develop.

3. Join our Billionaire Code Facebook Group.

Come hang out in our Facebook group of over 2,000+ members where we regularly share about team building and company growth.

4. Subscribe to the Momentum Podcast.

The Momentum Podcast will walk you through the importance of building a team, scaling companies, and ultimately, making your greatest contribution to the world.

5. Join one of our programs and work with me and my team.

If you'd like to work directly with me and my team, to take you from where you are today to a place where there are consistent growth and scale, head on over to billionairecode.com and we'll send over some details to get you started.

I share a lot of success stories on the Momentum Podcast, but not always the failures. I had someone reach out to me on Facebook and ask what happens to be the people who aren't successful in our programs. I sat there and thought about it, and decided sharing this would be valuable to this audience. Once I reflected, I noticed three commonalities for people who joined our program and failed.

Even though it's hard for me to admit, there are a few people who haven't been successful in our coaching programs. Number one, they fail due to implementation. They don't implement what we teach them in our program. The second reason, they are getting way too much advice. Most of the time they are working with other people and us at the same time. They get paralysis from too much input, they have too much information, and they freeze. Third and usually the most likely reason due to failure is they are stuck in emotional overwhelm. They are in fight or flight mode and aren't willing to work on themselves.

So many entrepreneurs go out and join programs without understanding why they are doing it, what they are getting, or being intentional about their decision. It may sound like common sense, but if you're not committed to something, and there's not an intention behind it, it's not going to work for you. As I've shared before we have a clear track record for helping people, but we can't help those who don't want to help themselves.

The biggest takeaway - Before you make a decision, ask yourself if you're actually going to implement what you learned. Only buy what you need when you need it. Lastly, get clear on why you are buying something, so you are already committed to putting in the effort. Try this the next time you're going to make a purchase decision and let me know if it helped you be successful!

Resources mentioned:

Billionairecode.com

When you're ready, here are a few ways my team and I can help scale your business:

1. Grab a free copy of my book: The Entrepreneurial Personality Type.

This book will show you why, as an entrepreneur, there is nothing wrong with you, and how you're not alone. We are the few who dare to dream of a better future and go into the world, insisting it become a reality.

2. Watch our free presentation on Momentum Masterclass.

In this free training, you'll learn how to eliminate pressure and noise, how planning systems play a massive role in your success, and the keystone habits every entrepreneur needs to develop.

3. Join our Billionaire Code Facebook Group.

Come hang out in our Facebook group of over 2,000+ members where we regularly share about team building and company growth.

4. Subscribe to the Momentum Podcast.

The Momentum Podcast will walk you through the importance of building a team, scaling companies, and ultimately, making your greatest contribution to the world.

5. Join one of our programs and work with me and my team.

If you'd like to work directly with me and my team, to take you from where you are today to a place where there are consistent growth and scale, head on over to billionairecode.com and we'll send over some details to get you started.