Onward Nation

Joy, Inc. author Richard Sheridan, has never shied from challenges or opportunities. Rich's focus has always been on technology, his passion is process, and teamwork with the goal of Joy.

Check your email at the start of the day -- build relationships through your inbox. ONWARD!

Follow a habitual routine -- collaborate with team-members -- try to make a synchronized schedule.

Rich had to crawl his way out of the trough of disillusion -- and Rich tells the whole story here.

“A business owner has to master the fundamental skills derived from authenticity and transparency.”

“Treat everyone with the utmost respect -- build a joyful business with an exceptional culture.”

“I would have implemented a system to bolster our team discussions -- you have to feel comfortable with your team.”

Business owners have to work as hard as they can to align three main data points during the life of their business.

An individual who exhibits good kindergarten skills -- plays nice -- shares -- cares -- and is curious.

1. Gather stories
2. Work openly with your team
3. Joy is personal

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I provide the blueprints, strategies, and game plans that take corporate and independent business women from struggling to do more with less to ABSOLUTELY CRUSHING IT on all fronts by creating AMAZING strategic blueprints, reengaging their subordinates, and developing unstoppable game plans.

My latest book “The SUCCESSFUL Thinker” lays out the 7 Laws of 21st Century that serve as a roadmap for getting the best out of yourself and your team. Visit www.TheSuccessfulThinker.com to learn more.

Using my Prescription For Sanity System, the busy executive no longer has to struggle to figure out how to be all things to all people.

Identify a few periods of free-time during the workday -- focus on 15 minute blocks -- measure the value of these time blocks. ONWARD!

Corey likes to pre-frame his day, which saves a tremendous amount of time. Start the day off in full stride.

Corey had to learn the intricacies of his target-audience -- and Corey tells the whole story here.

“A business owner has to be able to control their schedule by creating a healthy balance between work and their personal life.”

“You grow through exposure -- it's merely a conception until you actually bring your idea to fruition.”

“I would have implemented a system to help me grow and expand my email list during the initial stages.”

Business owners have to serve their customers better than the competition through follow-ups.

An individual who spends 10% of their time finding the problem -- while the other 90% of their time is dedicated to finding solutions.

1. Encourage your audience
2. Interact with your audience
3. Co-create your business

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David Mylrea has extensive experience in complex commercial finance transactions involving offerings of debt and equity, leases, loans and project financing. He handles all facets of complex, multimillion-dollar financings, including origination, negotiation and preparation of definitive documentation, closing and funding. Secret -- timesaving technique Reflect on your time spent on a task -- entering your time spent into an automated system is a regular practice for lawyers. ONWARD!

David likes to plan for the day ahead through scheduling and becoming immersed in his priorities.

David had a client that filed bankruptcy -- and David tells the whole story here.

“A business owner has to be able to understand the intricacies of their business -- how is the business going to work.”

“You can’t sit and wait for an opportunity -- differentiate yourself from the pack -- try something new.”

“I would have implemented a system to improve the overall quality of our transactions.”

Business owners have to build and maintain their networks in a strategic manner with emphasis on delivering value.

An individual who can work well with others inside the office and also externally with clients.

1. Think outside the box
2. Take action now -- not later

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Amy Tierce is celebrating her first year anniversary with Wintrust Mortgage as Regional VP in New England where she is growing a team from the ground up, she is enjoying her 30th year in the industry!

If you can do it in three minutes or less then get it done -- it’s just easier to do it in real time. ONWARD!

Amy checks her personal channels of communication with an emphasis on Facebook, LinkedIn, and blogs pertinent to her industry.”

Amy had to find a way to gauge commitment -- and Amy tells the whole story here.

“A business owner has to be empathetic, connected, and understanding of their client base through meaningful communications.”

“Inches apart -- don’t get angry when you are inches apart -- meet in the middle and stay calm.”

“I would have implemented an advanced CRM system to help us master our database.”

Respond. Business owners have to be responsive to customer inquiries and fulfill the needs of their audience.

An individual who does their job -- tells the truth -- and strives to be the best in their respective occupation.

1. Read
2. Get the right people on the bus -- and the wrong people off
3. Listen to critical feedback

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Rory Vaden: Cofounder of Southwestern Consulting™, New York Times bestselling author of Take the Stairs and Procrastinate On Purpose, international speaker, and the worlds leading expert on overcoming procrastination and improving self-discipline.

The real magic comes from a significance calculation -- multiply time by thinking about significance over a period of days. ONWARD!

Rory believes in counting your blessings -- envisioning the future -- and making choices through the “focus-funnel.”

Rory had to rethink the purpose of his business -- and Rory tells the whole story here.

“A business owner has to be inspired, able to communicate their corporate vision, and remain self-disciplined.”

“You have to think about your margins -- don’t make decisions based on an inadequate technique.”

“I would have implemented Infusionsoft earlier -- we quadrupled once we finally implemented this system.”

Control -- if you can control your budget driven goals -- then measure your objectives.

An individual who truly sets out to exceed expectations in every facet of their life.

1. Focus on generating sales

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Drew McLellan is a 25-year marketing veteran who helps clients create authentic love affairs with their customers. In 1995, Drew started his own agency -- McLellan Marketing Group. He also helps other agency owners learn how to take their business to the next level through the consultancy -- Agency Management Group.

Drew is also one of the world’s top marketing and branding bloggers, according to AdAge’s Top 150 index. He’s written the book 99.3 Random Acts of Marketing and co-edited the Age of Conversation series of books.

He has appeared in the New York Times, Entrepreneur Magazine, Businessweek and Fortune Small Business. The Wall Street Journal calls him one of 10 bloggers that every entrepreneur should read.

Wunderlist is an excellent application that can be used to optimize your schedule. ONWARD!

Drew believes in maintaining a level of gratitude during the workday -- return the kindness.

Drew once took his eye off the ball for a split second -- and Drew tells the whole story here.

“A business owner has to focus -- prioritize their schedule -- and pursue the long-term vision.”

“Simply help others -- go into every situation with a service attitude -- serve the client first.”

“I would have implemented a system to help me with the sales funnel because the family and friends pool dries up.”

There has to be new business at all three levels -- micro -- macro -- and even at the nano level.

An individual who has an attitude of gratitude -- and understands that our absolutes have deadlines.

1. Ignore the noxious individual
2. Believe in yourself

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Brian Safdari is America’s Leading College Admissions and Funding Expert. He has helped over 25,000 families get their child accepted into their dream college while making the cost affordable.

Go to bed thinking about what you're going to do the next day -- identify your vital priorities -- you have to be eager. ONWARD!

Brian enjoys working out daily -- he has also learned to work the “NO” muscle -- saying no will help you remain focused.

Brian learned to overcome obstacles during his early life -- and Brian tells the whole story here.

“A business owner has to empathize with their target-audience -- follow their passion -- and want to make a difference in the world.”

“Go beyond your own knowledge -- expand your horizon -- and utilize a diverse set of learned skills.”

“I would have implemented a system to aid my comprehensive business plan.”

Never give up -- stick with your long-term plan -- and try to enjoy the entire journey.

An individual who can bring a wealth of knowledge to your business -- try to strengthen your business with specialists.

1. Be gracious
2. Don’t be a follower

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Frank Bria helps consultants and coaches turn their 6-figure practice into a 7-figure business. He has built and sold tech start ups as well as consulted for the largest international corporations in high tech, finance, and retail on 4 continents. A former university math instructor turned entrepreneur, he now takes what he used to teach the Fortune 500 and applies it to other entrepreneurs looking to scale their businesses. He is a 3-time author, speaker, strategist, and host of the podcast, 6 to 7 Figures Show. He is also star of the new TV show Startup Relaunch.

Focus on one task a day -- set your schedule up while placing emphasis on that specific task. ONWARD!

Frank likes to start of his morning by reading about something new -- it’s about setting up a daily routine versed in priority.

Frank learned to walk away from the big-money project -- and Frank tells the whole story here.

“A business owner has to be able to take feedback and use it to scale their business.”

“Once you understand the client audience -- connect with an individual member -- and thus service the entire audience.”

“I would have put a system in place to speed-up the product development process and then monetize it.”

Set daily targets for lead-generation campaigns and then refocus your marketing efforts.

An individual who comes to the workplace -- buys into the team -- and zones in on the desired outcome.

1. Serve the client -- get your hands dirty
2. Identify the needs of your audience

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Darren Hardy is the visionary force behind SUCCESS magazine as its Publisher and Founding Editor.

Darren mentors many of today’s high-performing CEOs, advises many large corporations and sits on the board of several companies and non-profit organizations.

Darren is also a highly sought after keynote speaker, media contributor and the New York Times bestselling author of The Compound Effect and Living Your Best Year Ever.

1. NO BASELINES OR S.M.A.R.T. GOALS.
2. LACK OF DISTINCTION.
3. HIGH BOUNCE RATE.
4. SEO DONE POORLY.
5. NOT KNOWING YOUR CUSTOMER.
6. POOR CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE.
7. TOO MUCH INSTITUTION SPEAK.
8. AMBIGUOUS CALLS TO ACTION.

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Video 1: https://youtu.be/A7dyDVvoqQE Money Draining Mistake #1: Lack of Baselines and S.M.A.R.T. Predictives

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1. HARMONIZE OFFER WITH NEED.
2. BUILD YOUR LIST.
3. NURTURE RELATIONSHIPS AND INCREASE SALES.
4. NO-FRICTION LEAD GENERATION.
5. CREATE ANTICIPATION.
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Josh Turner is the founder of Linked Selling, a B2B marketing firm specializing in fully outsourced LinkedIn lead generation campaigns.

Delegate your duties -- focus on the most important task -- gain control of the entrepreneurial mind. ONWARD!

Josh likes to exercise daily with an emphasis on running and meditative techniques.

Josh was the CFO of a construction company that had to shut it’s doors in 2009 -- and Josh tells the whole story here.

“A business owner has to learn how to grow their organization through marketing and sales.”

“It’s a whole life -- you have to have other interests outside of the business realm.”

“I would have put a system in place to aid our small team in marketing and sales.”

Empower the people on your team to conduct business and their lives the way they best see fit.

An individual who comes to the workplace and understands the system -- yet can still think outside the box.

1. Don’t sell yourself short
2. Exceed limitations

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