”I can take care of myself. So if this doesn't work, that's fine. I'm not going to be crushed.” Today, join Leila (@LeilaHormozi) as she guests on Behind the Brand with Bryan Elliot to share her inspiring journey from a small town in Michigan to becoming a successful entrepreneur. Learn how Leila's background in exercise science, her move to California, and her perseverance through setbacks led her to launch thriving fitness businesses both offline and online. Discover the power of embracing challenges and finding lessons in failures on the path to success. This is part 1 of the interview. Welcome to Build where we talk about the lessons I have learned in scaling big businesses, gaining millions in sales, and helping our portfolio companies do the same. Buckle up, because we’re creating an unshakeable business. Follow Bryan Elliot on: ➤  Instagram | Spotify | Apple | LinkedIn ➤ Check out full episode on YouTube! Timestamps: (0:40) - Leila's career start in fitness & move to California (8:52) - Sales tactics, marketing vs. branding (13:51) - Work vs. relationships (25:13) - Relationship, job interviewing, and underestimating skills (34:06) - Leila's career progression (44:03) - Handling financial debt Follow Leila Hormozi’s Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | Acquisition 

Taking the Leap Towards Success (on Behind the Brand) Pt.1 - March ‘23 | Ep 96

How can you create an unshakeable business? My name is Leila Hormozi and I crossed $100M by the age of 28. Now I’m growing acquisition.com into a billion-dollar portfolio. In this podcast, I share the lessons I’ve learned in scaling big businesses and helping our portfolio companies do the same. Buckle up, Let's BUILD.

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“You have to be honest with yourself, the problem that you've been avoiding (…) that you continue to let year after year or month after month fester, you need to confront it.” Today, join Leila (@LeilaHormozi) as she guests on the Think Media Podcast (with Sean Cannell) to share insights on achieving business success, scaling businesses, and transitioning creators into successful CEOs while emphasizing the importance of strong leadership and strategic partnerships. The discussion also highlights the necessity of building a self-reflective and authentic personal brand, avoiding burnout among content creators, and the role of equitable contributions in successful business partnerships. Welcome to Build where we talk about the lessons I have learned in scaling big businesses, gaining millions in sales, and helping our portfolio companies do the same. Buckle up, because we’re creating an unshakeable business. Follow Think Media Podcast on: ➤ Spotify | Apple ➤ Check out episode on YouTube! Follow Sean Cannell on: ➤ Instagram, X / Twitter / Facebook / LinkedIn Timestamps: (0:39) - The creator's dilemma: from burnout to CEO (2:16) - Embracing challenges beyond content creation (5:01) - The art of finding the right business partner (6:45) - Navigating partnerships and equity in business (9:11) - The critical role of due diligence in partnerships (12:15) - Marriage and business: a delicate balance (14:53) - Confronting partnership challenges in marriage (18:11) - The power of brand in business and content creation Follow Leila Hormozi’s Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | Acquisition 

Finding the Right Partnerships (on Think Media Podcast) | Ep 141

“The reality is that a lot of people are very good at doing business, but they're not teaching people how to do business.” Today, Leila (@LeilaHormozi) addresses four common misconceptions hindering business growth, providing practical strategies to overcome them. She emphasizes the importance of understanding market potential, effectively scaling services, mastering business operation duplication, and decisively managing personnel issues for businesses with revenues between $250,000 and $20 million. Welcome to Build where we talk about the lessons I have learned in scaling big businesses, gaining millions in sales, and helping our portfolio companies do the same. Buckle up, because we’re creating an unshakeable business. Timestamps: (0:54) - 1st Lie: “My market is too small.” (6:34) - 2nd Lie: “My service can’t be scaled.” (10:14) - 3rd Lie: “I can’t duplicate myself.” (14:12) - 4th Lie: “I can’t fire that one employee.” Follow Leila Hormozi’s Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | Acquisition 

The Four Lies Holding Your Business Back | Ep 140

“I think that it's a very tedious job to be a leader of people (…) You have to have a really high threshold for boredom and repetition.” Today, join Leila (@LeilaHormozi) as she guests on The Graham Cochrane Show to discuss the challenges of solopreneurship, the complexities of team building, and the balance between autonomy and micromanagement. The conversation explores the intersection of business and personal growth, especially in the context of marital relationships, and imparts a lasting piece of advice about leaving a positive impact. Welcome to Build where we talk about the lessons I have learned in scaling big businesses, gaining millions in sales, and helping our portfolio companies do the same. Buckle up, because we’re creating an unshakeable business. Follow Graham Cochrane on: ➤  Instagram | Spotify | Apple | LinkedIn ➤ Check out full episode on YouTube! Timestamps: (0:26) - Embracing solopreneurship and its challenges (2:04) - Navigating the complexities of team building and leadership (11:04) - The marriage of business and personal growth (17:09) - The golden rule: leaving a lasting impact Follow Leila Hormozi’s Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | Acquisition

Balancing Leadership Dynamics (on The Graham Cochrane Show) | Ep 139

“Reinforce the behaviors that you want in your team.” Today, Leila (@LeilaHormozi) highlights the crucial role of accountability in business success, providing practical strategies for instilling a culture of accountability within teams. She offers valuable advice for enhancing operational efficiency, reducing churn, and improving team performance, all crucial factors for businesses looking to avoid the common pitfalls that lead to failure. Welcome to Build where we talk about the lessons I have learned in scaling big businesses, gaining millions in sales, and helping our portfolio companies do the same. Buckle up, because we’re creating an unshakeable business. Timestamps: (1:21) - Accountability defined: the key to business success (2:51) - The soft skills gap: leadership and accountability (3:28) - The real-world impact of accountability on revenue and team dynamics (8:14) - Transforming business culture through accountability (9:39) - Practical steps to implementing accountability (11:35) - The psychology of accountability and positive reinforcement (18:53) - Encouraging positive behavior in teams Follow Leila Hormozi’s Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | Acquisition 

Why Accountability Creates a Culture of Success | Ep 138

“Make the content that you want to consume.” Today, join Leila (@LeilaHormozi) as she guests on the Think Media Podcast (with Sean Cannell) to emphasize the crucial role of consistent content creation and personal branding in business growth. The discussion explores overcoming fears, balancing CEO responsibilities, and integrating content creation into business strategies for enhanced leadership effectiveness and success. Welcome to Build where we talk about the lessons I have learned in scaling big businesses, gaining millions in sales, and helping our portfolio companies do the same. Buckle up, because we’re creating an unshakeable business. Follow Think Media Podcast on: ➤ Spotify | Apple ➤ Check out episode on YouTube! Follow Sean Cannell on: ➤ Instagram, X / Twitter / Facebook / LinkedIn Timestamps: (0:46) - The power of consistency in content creation (2:03) - Navigating business challenges while creating content (4:13) - Developing mental toughness and resilience (6:34) - The why behind investing in content creation (9:16) - Content strategy for business growth (14:13) - Addressing the challenges of busy business owners (15:58) - Overcoming fear and self-doubt in leadership Follow Leila Hormozi’s Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | Acquisition 

Taking the Leap Towards Success (on Behind the Brand) Pt.1 - March ‘23 | Ep 96

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