How flexible should you be with your business plan? Perhaps more flexible than you would initially think. In this episode, Jay and Dave discuss how you can experiment inside of your company to make sure you stay ahead of the industry. You’ll hear how to overcome fear and how to test your idea.In this series, Jay partners with Dave Asprey to cover many of the questions, topics, and issues that entrepreneurs will face in their journey. Learn more about how Leverage can help you with Asana here: https://www.getleverage.com/asanaTimestamps:•0:00 – Introduction•1:40 – Should companies by flexible to meet market needs?•3:40 – Advanced R&D;: How to experiment in your company•7:45 – How to skyrocket your company’s productivity with Leverage and Asana•10:00 – Dealing with fear and how to figure out if your idea is good•15:20 – Why entrepreneurs get stuck•17:00 – Adjusting your mindset to overcome overwhelm•18:40 – A unique opportunity to master Asana

309 - Pivoting with Dave Asprey - 'Entrepreneur Disrupted' Series - Ep #13

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Continuing from the last episode, Jay delves into the power of performance levers in business, drawing from his vast experience working with clients across diverse industries. He shares insights on how to optimize every aspect of your revenue system by identifying and leveraging these levers, ultimately leading to explosive growth and domination in your market. SHOWNOTES[03:12] The Power of Levers: Jay shares the story of W. Edwards Deming and his transformative impact on Japanese manufacturing, illustrating the immense power of identifying and optimizing micro-processes within a larger system.[06:34] Your Business as a Hedge Fund: Exploring the concept of viewing your business as a hedge fund, with various asset classes (revenue drivers) that need to be managed based on their relative risk and yield.[8:58] Geometric Growth and the Potential for Hyper-Exponentiation: Jay explains the mathematical concept of hyper-exponentiation and how it applies to business growth, emphasizing the importance of moving beyond incremental thinking.[11:24] Variability in Sales and Marketing: Discussing the impact of variability in sales and marketing elements such as headlines, propositions, proof, risk reversal, and bonuses, and how optimizing these elements can lead to geometric breakthroughs.[16:00] Aligning Salespeople's Strengths: Jay shares a case study of a 400-person sales organization in the radio industry, demonstrating the power of aligning salespeople's strengths with specific tasks and markets to quadruple business.[20:12] Leveraging Lifetime Value for Optimal Investment: Exploring the concept of investing in marketing and sales based on the lifetime value of a buyer, rather than arbitrarily allocating budgets, to maximize returns and drive exponential growth.LINKS AND RESOURCES:Access Our "Podcast Mini-Workbook" For This Episode!Revisit Our Top 25 Podcast EpisodesFor More In-Depth Resources, Visit Our Knowledge CenterInterested in Consulting? Work With Jay For Consulting Inquires: jay@abraham.comFor Podcast Inquiries: ultimateentrepreneur@abraham.com

325 - Unlocking The Power of Performance Levers In Your Business (Pt. 2)

In this episode, Jay shares his wealth of experience and insights on unlocking hidden revenue, geometric growth principles, and dominating your market. He delves into the power of thinking differently and borrowing breakthrough strategies from outside your industry to gain a profound competitive advantage.SHOWNOTES[6:05] Unlocking Hidden Revenue: Jay shares examples of car dealerships and driving schools finding untapped revenue streams by thinking differently about their assets and relationships.[13:15] Revenue System Optimization: Discussing the importance of working on the geometry of your business and optimizing every aspect of your revenue system.[15:00] Knowledge Asymmetry and Competitive Advantage: Jay explains how gaining a deep understanding of strategies and principles from other industries can give you an unparalleled edge over competitors.[18:24] 2D vs. 3D Thinking: Contrasting the static, transactional mindset of 2D thinkers with the long-term, yield-focused approach of 3D thinkers.[25:09] Funnel Vision vs. Tunnel Vision: Jay introduces the concept of funnel vision, emphasizing the importance of looking outside your industry for breakthroughs and avoiding the trap of simply following best practices.[26:26] Borrowing Breakthroughs from Other Industries: Providing examples of transformative innovations that originated from outside the industries they ultimately revolutionized, demonstrating the power of cross-pollinating ideas.LINKS AND RESOURCES:Access Our "Podcast Mini-Workbook" For This Episode!Revisit Our Top 25 Podcast EpisodesFor More In-Depth Resources, Visit Our Knowledge CenterInterested in Consulting? Work With Jay For Consulting Inquires: jay@abraham.comFor Podcast Inquiries: ultimateentrepreneur@abraham.com

324 - Unlocking Hidden Revenue & Discovering Breakthrough Opportunities (Pt. 1)

In this episode, Jay sits down with George Mumford, a renowned mindfulness and performance coach, to explore the power of unlocking one's potential. SHOWNOTES[05:01] George Mumford's Story: George shares his incredible personal journey, from struggling with addiction to discovering mindfulness and transforming his life.[08:30] The Essence of Mindfulness: George breaks down the concept of mindfulness, likening it to a mirror that reflects reality without judgment or self-reference.[19:20] Embracing Discomfort for Growth: George emphasizes the importance of pushing beyond comfort zones to unlock latent potential and achieve remarkable results.[46:52] Freedom as a State of Mind: George explains how true freedom lies in one's mindset and the ability to respond to life's challenges with grace and resilience.[51:26] Insights from High-Performing Athletes: George shares profound lessons learned from working with icons like Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant, highlighting their unparalleled work ethic and resilience.[59:33] George Mumford's Mission: George articulates his life's mission to unlock the divine spark within every human being, guided by values of love, curiosity, truth, and wisdom.LINKS AND RESOURCES:Access Our "Podcast Mini-Workbook" For This Episode!Revisit Our Top 25 Podcast EpisodesFor More In-Depth Resources, Visit Our Knowledge CenterInterested in Consulting? Work With Jay For Consulting Inquires: jay@abraham.comFor Podcast Inquiries: ultimateentrepreneur@abraham.com

323 - Unleashing Your Greatness w/ George Mumford

Join us for part 3 of our revisit to the legendary ‘Business Mastery’ series, where Jay and Tony Robbins deliver timeless strategies and transform businesses in real-time.SHOWNOTES[00:00] Podcast Introduction[05:20] Participant 1: A legal marketing recruiter shares the challenge of attracting the best talent for marketing and recruiting roles at top law firms. While the recruiter has a strong reputation and a steady flow of open positions from clients, the difficulty lies in sourcing the highest caliber candidates.[13:28] Participant 2: A SAT tutor shares his challenge in transitioning from primarily having $150/hour clients to getting more $500/hour clients. The discussion delves into the importance of identifying the referring sources for the different client segments and understanding what differentiates the higher paying clients.[22:04] Participant 3: The owner of a chain of 40 martial arts schools across 8 states shares his challenge in centralizing and systematizing key business functions like lead generation, sales, retention, and referrals.[36:58] Participant 4: The participant is a major shareholder in an Australian public company that has developed a patented technology to convert end-of-life non-recyclable plastic into road-ready diesel and gasoline. While the company is achieving commercial success, they are struggling to fulfill their environmental mission of reducing the amount of plastic pollution in the world's waterways and landfills.[43:31] Podcast OutroLINKS AND RESOURCES:Access Our "Podcast Mini-Workbook" For This Episode!Revisit Our Top 25 Podcast EpisodesFor More In-Depth Resources, Visit Our Knowledge CenterInterested in Consulting? Work With Jay For Consulting Inquires: jay@abraham.comFor Podcast Inquiries: ultimateentrepreneur@abraham.com

322 - Business Mastery w/ Tony Robbins (Pt. 3)

In this throw-back episode, Tony Robbins interviews Jay on the transformative power of marketing, exploring innovative strategies for business growth and stability. Discover how leveraging marketing can lead to exponential success, as illustrated through compelling case studies and expert insights. SHOWNOTES:[00:02:22] Introduction: Tony introduces the session, emphasizing the transformative power of marketing with guest expert Jay Abraham. [00:05:23] Jay Abraham's Marketing Expertise: Jay shares his insights on leveraging marketing strategies to drive business growth and security in a competitive landscape.[00:11:50] Minimizing Risk, Maximizing Returns: Jay discusses strategies for enhancing business performance by optimizing marketing and sales operations.[00:19:35] Icy Hot Success Story: The narrative of how the Icy Hot brand achieved exponential growth through innovative marketing and customer engagement strategies.[00:25:42] Three Fundamental Growth Strategies: Jay outlines the three key ways to grow a business: increasing customers, transaction value, and purchase frequency.[00:40:29] The Concept of Business Optimization: Inspired by Deming's principles, Jay and Tony discuss the importance of optimizing business processes for efficiency and growth.[00:49:56] Case Study of Exponential Growth: Jay recounts the growth of a precious metals company from $300,000 to $500 million by diversifying marketing strategies and building customer trust.LINKS AND RESOURCES:Access Our All-New "Podcast Mini-Workbook" For This Episode!Revisit Our Top 25 Podcast EpisodesFor More In-Depth Resources, Visit Our Knowledge CenterInterested in Consulting? Work With Jay For Consulting Inquires: jay@abraham.comFor Podcast Inquiries: ultimateentrepreneur@abraham.com

309 - Pivoting with Dave Asprey - 'Entrepreneur Disrupted' Series - Ep #13

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