Onward Nation

Julie Broad is an award-winning entrepreneur, recognized real estate investor, and a popular speaker and workshop trainer. Known for helping new entrepreneurs who aren't naturally born to sell, build a brand to get results, make an impact and ultimately make more money. Julie's first book, "More than Cashflow", debuted at #1 overall on Amazon Canada. Her newest release, "The New Brand You" is quickly climbing the sales charts after its official release in July.

Julie believes it's about managing energy -- not managing time -- plan out your day the day before. ONWARD!

Hope is not a strategy -- Julie doesn't use words like "hope," "might," or "wish."

Julie put an incredible amount of time and money into a project that completely flopped -- and Julie tells the whole story here.

"Know your audience and know what hooks them in."

"You are the average of the 5-7 people you spend the most time with."

I would have tested everything before doing a full scale launch.

1. Surround yourself with great people
2. Plan for things to take longer and cost more than you expect
3. Take action

• Website: havemoreinfluence.com

George Athan is one of New York City's top business growth experts. He has successfully consulted for companies in 75 different industries including niche markets. George specializes in helping business-to-business companies create predictable and scalable sales processes to achieve rapid business growth.

George breaks down 90-day goals into 30-day goals into weekly and daily tasks -- focus on the tasks that you need to do to accomplish your goals. ONWARD!

Strategy isn't enough -- George habitually gets himself "juiced up" every day.

George tried to be all things to all people -- and George tells the whole story here.

"Intense focus -- specifically on sales and marketing."

"Stop being a perfectionist -- you'll never be perfect."

I would have focused on our lead generation process.

1. Keep your why in front of you
2. Focus on what can be done -- not what can't

• Website: www.mind-storm.com
• Twitter: @georgeathan

John Hall is the co-founder of Influence & Co, a company focused on helping brands and individuals extract and leverage their expertise to create, publish, and distribute content to gain influence, visibility, and credibility with their key audiences. John has grown Influence & Co. into one of the largest providers of high-quality expert and influencer content to the world's top publications, ranking No. 72 on Forbes Most Promising Companies in America list and named Empact's Best Marketing and Advertising Company of 2014 at the United Nations. Influence & Co. was recently mentioned in Inc. as the # 1 Company Dominating Content Marketing. John was recognized by Forbes as the #1 Keynote Speaker For Digital Trends. He also has a weekly column for Forbes and Inc. and has contributed to more than 50 publications.

John uses Antnotes -- keep track of what needs to be done and then accomplish it. ONWARD!

Think about who you talk to -- John challenges himself to be more thoughtful and helpful with his employees and others that he interacts with.

John went to a conference in the early days of his business -- it did not go well -- and John tells the whole story here.

"You always need to be learning."

"Be the person everyone wants on their team."

I would have drunk our own Kool-Aid a lot more.

1. Invest in yourself
2. Control your story

• Email: [email protected]
• Twitter: @johnhall
• LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/johnhall4 (remember to mention Onward Nation)
• Blog: blog.influenceandco.com
• Forbes column: www.forbes.com/sites/johnhall
• Forbes column: www.inc.com/author/john-hall

Jennifer Briney is the host of Congressional Dish, a twice monthly podcast exposing the secrets drowned out by the partisan noise in the United States Congress. By interpreting legislation, summarizing Congressional hearings, and following the money, Jennifer analyzes the actions of Congress that are generally ignored by the corporate media, delivering the information from the perspective of a fed up taxpayer who bears no allegiance to any political party or ideology.

Jennifer only looks at email a couple times per week -- turn off your email notifications and only look at email during dedicated email time. ONWARD!

Listen to your mood -- Jennifer gives herself the flexibility to do her work when it's going to be done best.

Jennifer was working on her podcast full time when her husband lost his job -- and Jennifer tells the whole story here.

"All business owners need to master prioritization."

"You're not going to please everyone -- focus on your most important customers."

I would have hired a professional audio engineer sooner.

1. Just start
2. You will figure it out

• Podcast: www.congressionaldish.com
• Twitter: @JenBriney

J V Crum III helps established entrepreneurs create a Big Impact and Big Profits by growing businesses that make a difference in the world. J V is a speaker, coach, Huffington Post Columnist, and #1 best-selling author of "Conscious Millionaire: Grow Your Business by Making a Difference." J V hosts the top-ranked "Conscious Millionaire Show & Podcast." He is the Founder CEO of ConsciousMillionaire.com, a global coaching and entrepreneur training business.

JV uses his formula for creating wealth -- use conscious focused action. ONWARD!

Plan your day based on what you want to achieve -- JV has no more than three priorities in a day.

"Get clear on what your destiny is."

"Every second counts -- so do the things that count."

I would have had great marketing, sales, and distribution systems.

1. Get out there and make sales
2. Survey as quickly as possible

• Website: consciousmillionaire.com
• Free book: consciousmillionaire.com/freebook
• Podcast: consciousmillionaire.com/podcast

Lt. Col. Rob Waldman "Waldo" -- was his call sign -- he's the author of the New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestseller "Never Fly Solo." A graduate of the Air Force Academy, Waldo is a decorated combat fighter pilot and an expert in helping leaders and organizations accelerate performance in changing environments. Waldo overcame massive claustrophobia and a fear of heights to become a fighter pilot and believes that the key to building a culture of trust lies with your wingmen the men and women in your life who help you to overcome obstacles, adapt to change, and achieve success. In business and life, you should never fly solo! Waldo is also the founder and President of The Wingman Foundation, a 501(c)(3) whose mission is to build funds and awareness for soldiers, veterans, and their families in need. Waldo is an inductee into the professional Speakers Hall of Fame and his clients include Marriott, Hewlett-Packard, UPS, and Verizon. He's been featured on Fox & Friends, CNN, MSNBC, Inc. Magazine and The Harvard Business Review.

Success is contentment and peace with the thought of putting in the work.

Waldo puts in the work -- and Waldo tells the reasons why here.

1. Get a group of like-minded people together
2. Set a time to hang out formally and informally
3. Tap into what defines your success
4. Don't be afraid to ask for help
5. Find ways to serve

• Website: yourwingman.com
• Email: [email protected]

Dr. John Johnson is president and CEO of Edgeworth Economics, a professional economist, expert witness, internationally renowned speaker, and author of EVERYDATA: The Misinformation Hidden in the Little Data You Consume Everyday. Dr. Johnson has helped some of the world's largest companies understand how to interpret data and is known internationally for his ability to explain highly sophisticated concepts in a simple, straightforward manner, helping his audiences become more confident and discerning consumers of data and make better decisions in their professional and personal lives.

John starts his day by working out -- find your time to step away and think. ONWARD!

Use lists to keep track of what you need to do -- John uses pen and paper to keep his lists.

John and his team had to pay an employee's salary when she was diagnosed with cancer -- and John tells the whole story here.

"Impatience and diplomacy."

"I learned many skills like how to lead a group from my dad."

I would have had brought IT systems in-house sooner than I did.

Focus -- and use the EOS (entrepreneurial operating system) discussed earlier in this episode.

An individual would think harder and realize that success comes from preparation and hard work.

1. Make sure you set very clear goals for yourself and your business
2. Take chances
3. Go for it with incredible passion and drive and refuse to take no for an answer

• Website: www.johnhjohnsonphd.com

Mark Winters is the co-author of the brilliant book, Rocket Fuel — the one essential combination that will get you more of what you want from your business. He has been an entrepreneur since the age of 28, after catching the bug during business school at the University of Chicago. He's started / bought / sold / or shut down 10 different companies. A recent venture, as a Founder and CEO, had a successful exit yielding a 100x cash return in less than three years. Mark's passion is helping entrepreneurs get unstuck so they can pursue their freedom. Mark's talent for introducing just the right combination of perspective and process sparks teams to start moving, move faster, or begin moving in the proper direction. Mark spends most of his time directly engaged with entrepreneurial leadership teams as a Certified EOS Implementer helping them implement EOS in their own companies. He's delivered over 300 full-day EOS workshops with companies from around the United States.

Mark uses time blocking -- divide your time into free days (no business at all), focus days (primary business activity), and buffer days (preparing/practice). ONWARD!

Make it a point to take care of your body -- Mark does something physical every day.

Mark got a cease and desist letter from a competitor -- and Mark tells the whole story here.

"Clarity -- clarity about now -- clarity about the predicted future -- and clarity of vision."

"You need to get an assistant."

I would have put in better financial systems -- it's easy to fly by for a while -- and it's suddenly too late.

Focus -- and use the EOS (entrepreneurial operating system) discussed in this episode.

An individual would be a leader and a manager and would also be accountable.

1. Understand your unique ability -- and recognize what you're not great at
2. Build a unique ability team
3. Have a combination of visionary and integrator
4. Be crystal clear on what you're trying to achieve
5. Implement your EOS

• Website: energyproltd.com
• LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/markcwinters
• Twitter: @MarkCWinters

Jeff Kleid is the author of "Networking with the Cards You Are Dealt", and also a speaker, business strategist and consultant. His expertise in creating a best in class sales and customer service teams started back in his days working as a tipped valet for Disneyland hotel, where he could learn from people like Michael Eisner, former CEO of The Walt Disney Company. Jeff's genuine approach to helping others has afforded him the opportunity to grow, build, and ultimately sell his shares in the same company where he started out as a commissioned salesperson.

Jeff looks at his next day at the end of each night -- review your schedule before heading to bed. ONWARD!

Focus on the day at hand -- Jeff is persistent and focused.

Jeff went all in growing a business -- all of their potential clients pulled out last minute -- and Jeff tells the whole story here.

"You have to be a great listener."

"Some people manage as managers and some people manage as leaders."

1. Build relationships with people at the same level as you -- and don't look past those people
2. Don't just call people when you need them -- stay engaged with them

• Website: www.cardsyouaredealt.com
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/jeffkleid
• Instagram: @jdkleid

Linda McMahon is the co-founder and chief executive officer of Women's Leadership LIVE. Her company uses live events and ongoing mentorships to educate and inspire women to launch and expand their own businesses, advance their careers toward executive roles, and pursue opportunities for leadership in public service. Linda is also a co-founder and former chief executive officer of WWE — on the New York Stock Exchange as WWE. She stepped down as CEO in 2009 to run for the U.S. Senate and was the Republican nominee to represent the people of Connecticut in 2010 and 2012. As CEO, Linda helped grow WWE from a modest, 13-person operation to a publicly traded global enterprise with more than 800 employees in offices worldwide. Linda has been widely recognized as one of the country's top female executives and for her numerous philanthropic contributions including the company's "Get R.E.A.L." educational and literacy programs and The Make-A-Wish Foundation recognized WWE as a top wish granter.

Linda keeps track of what she needs to get done with lists -- but you have to be nimble enough to react when an opportunity knocks on your door. ONWARD!

Start your day in a way that gets you going -- Linda works in the morning with a personal trainer 4-5 times a week.

Linda had to declare bankruptcy -- and Linda tells the whole story here.

"You must not be arrogant and not be willing to shore up your weaknesses."

"Come to work every day as if it's your first day on the job."

I would retarget marketing when the marketplace is shifting.

1. You have to be passionate about your business
2. You need a good business model
3. Always build a cash reserve

• Website: womensleadershiplive.com
• Website: www.lindamcmahon.us