The Authentic Entepreneurs Podcast

The Authentic Entepreneurs Podcast

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  • AE # 20: Health and The Entrepreneur
    This week Stu and Nick talk with Dr. Greg Wells. Greg is a health and performance physiologist, scientist, speaker, and best-selling author.
    The Authentic Entrepreneurs 1-20 Show Notes
    - Introducing this week’s quest, Dr. Greg wells! [1:15]
    - Nick and Stu welcome Greg to the podcast. [3:30]
    - What does Greg Wells really do? [4:23]
    - Greg shares his history in sports and recalls getting his start in the media. [5:36]
    - Learning about limits and what makes for a strong leader while climbing Chimborazo Mountain! [7:07]
    - Issues facing entrepreneurs and the importance of staying healthy. [9:05]
    - Greg briefly explains the 4 pillars of his manifesto. [10:40]
    - Getting enough sleep to effectively learn and remember things. [11:50]
    - Why you can’t just focus on one aspect of healthy living. [13:15]
    - Greg and Stu discuss their 21 day workout challenge. [15:58]
    - Greg’s non negotiables when it comes to travelling. [18:15]
    - Being stopped at airport security. [20:44]
    - Forward and Soft. Why some people “make it” while others do not. [23:03]
    - Why hacks don’t work long term. [28:10]
    - LeBron James’ sleep routine. [29:33]
    - How much sleep do you actually need? [30:20]
    - The rule of thumb when it comes to eating out. [31:30]
    - How does alcohol affect your sleep? [33:44]
    - How you should be working out. [34:25]
    - Greg’s challenge to listeners to include different types of activity when working out. [35:46]
    - How to keep young people healthy and disconnect from technology. [37:05]
    - What has Dr. Greg Wells been up to recently? [41:20]
    - Stu asks Greg about his next big project which is focused on mental health and brain science. [44:45]
    - What will Greg be speaking about at EPIC? [49:05]
    - Nick’s takeaways from the episode. [52:28]
    - What is Stu looking forward to? [52:50]
    Links
    - The global Student Leadership Summit; GSLS: http://globalstudentleadership.com/ [2:15]
    - Greg’s books; The Ripple Effect: http://drgregwells.com/the-ripple-effect/ [2:30]
    - The Epic Community Website: https://theepiccommunity.com/ [3:12]
    - Living Fuel Superberry Ultimate; Discount code: GW101: https://www.livingfuel.com/livingfuel-superberry-ultimate.html [19:45]
    - The Authentic Entrepreneurs Episode 12 with Alan Stein Jr on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rFSc-CJaXX4 [27:05]
    - LeBron James on The Tim Ferriss Show: https://tim.blog/2018/11/27/lebron-james-mike-mancias/ [27:33]
    - Oura Ring: https://ouraring.com/ [31:15]
    - The Wells Group Website: https://www.thewellsgroup.co/ [43:38]
    - Rev Transcription and Captioning: https://www.rev.com/ [45:30]
    - The Dr. Greg Wells Podcast on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-dr-greg-wells-podcast/id1434948381?mt=2 [45:40]
    - Greg’s Website: http://drgregwells.com/ [51:20]
    - Dr. Greg Wells on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drgregwells/?hl=en [51:20]
    - Dr. Greg Wells on Twitter: https://twitter.com/drgregwells?lang=en [51:20]
    - The Authentic Entrepreneurs on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0ac3FW4ZovRubCFwcpzNdd [54:04]
    - The Authentic Entrepreneurs on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSstjvhjhozofDCBfdnRpiw [54:04]
    - The Authentic Entrepreneurs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theauthenticentrepreneurs/?hl=en [54:04]
    - Stu’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ylccstu/?hl=en
    - Nick’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nick_foley1/?hl=en
    55 min
  • AE #19: Building Big Ideas
    This week Stu and Nick talk with Tamsen Webster. Tamsen is a keynote speaker and message strategist with twenty years of marketing experience.
    The Authentic Entrepreneurs Tamsen Webster Show Notes
    - Shut up and get going! What listening to music in the morning can do for you. [0:40]
    - Stu explains his outfit. [1:40]
    - Introducing this week’s guest, Tamsen Webster! [2:12]
    - The story behind Stu’s Calgary Flames Jersey. [2:30]
    - How’s the weather in Boston? Welcome Tamsen Webster to The Authentic Entrepreneurs Podcast! [4:40]
    - Discussing Boston’s championship history. [6:02]
    - Changing paths from Museum Director to a more business focused career. [7:25]
    - Tamsen’s journey in marketing communications. Getting started at Harvard! [10:52]
    - Understanding how to connect a story to a brand. What makes people give? [12:18]
    - Introducing media and technology into branding and messaging. [15:26]
    - Tamsen discusses when she discovered what she loved doing and what she was good at.
    [17:30]
    - What is the Red Thread? [19:44]
    - What is the process of finding your Red Thread? [23:35]
    - Understanding what questions to ask and answer. [25:35]
    - The problem of perspective and dividing your focus. [26:37]
    - Retaining individuals with the Truth. [28:30]
    - The Action. What is the change that needs to happen to accomplish goals? [29:28]
    - When should you find your Red Thread? [30:50]
    - Some of the most common mistakes that occur when trying to find the Red Thread. [34:23]
    - When to schedule the surgery. The problem with leading with the solution. [38:40]
    - What will Tamsen teach the EPIC Community? [42:55]
    - Communicating your why. [45:18]
    - What inspires Tamsen Webster? [48:06]
    - Stu’s biggest takeaway. [53:13]
    - What Nick took from Tamsen’s interview. [53:45]
    Links
    - The Epic Community http://theepiccommunity.com/ [42:55]
    - Tamsen’s Website https://tamsenwebster.com/ [47:45]
    - Tamsen’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/tamsenwebster/?hl=en [47:45]
    - Tamsen’s Twitter https://twitter.com/tamadear?
    ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor [47:45]
    - The Authentic Entrepreneurs on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/
    UCSstjvhjhozofDCBfdnRpiw/featured [54:39]
    - The Authentic Entrepreneurs on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/
    0ac3FW4ZovRubCFwcpzNdd [54:45]
    - The Authentic Entrepreneurs on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/
    theauthenticentrepreneurs/?hl=en [54:48]
    - Stu’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ylccstu/?hl=en
    - Nick’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nick_foley1/?hl=en
    - TEDX Cambridge http://www.tedxcambridge.com/ [18:23]
    56 min
  • AE #18: Squeaky Wheels
    This week Nick and Stu share their squeaky wheels moments in their entrepreneurial journeys.
    The Authentic Entrepreneurs Episode 18 Show Notes:
    - A quick thank you for all of the support and for helping us build The Authentic Entrepreneurs community. [1:26]
    - Nick and Stu introduce this weeks theme; The Squeaky Wheels. [2:43]
    - The Squeaky Wheels are the loudest, but critics don’t get statues. [3:48]
    - Stu dives into his story about summer camp, and explains why his staff is exhausted. [5:44]
    - Stu comes up with a solution to make his staff more comfortable. Or does he? [7:44]
    - The Squeaky Wheels start to speak up and Stu begins to doubt his decisions. [8:35]
    - Things go from bad to worse when Stu tries to accommodate angry parents. [10:30]
    - The inspiring and empathetic message that makes Stu release that he should have trusted his instincts all along. [13:45]
    - Nick asks Stu how he will continue to work on a solution to his problem. [17:05]
    - “When I was a kid…” [17:31]
    - The importance of adapting to the modern world. Stu discusses his plans to make YLCC Summer Camps more comfortable for LGBTQ youth. [18:37]
    - Nick explains how his friends and family became his Squeaky Wheels when he decided to change career paths. [19:30]
    - The irony of haters and doubters. [22:57]
    - Stu’s message of expanding your view to see beyond the limits of your own current situation. [24:10]
    - Nick and Stu introduce next week’s special guest; Tamsen Webster! [25:50]
    Links
    - The Authentic Entrepreneurs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theauthenticentrepreneurs/?hl=en [25:30]
    - Tamsen Webster’s Website: https://tamsenwebster.com/ [25:50]
    - The Authentic Entrepreneurs Twitter : https://twitter.com/AE_Podcast [26:35]
    - Stu’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ylccstu/?hl=en [26:35]
    - Nick’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nick_foley1/ [26:35]
    28 min
  • AE # 17: Hustle
    This week Stu and Nick discuss hustling in business and entrepreneurship.
    The Authentic Entrepreneurs Show Notes Hustle
    - Nick Foley or Justin Timberlake? [0:26]
    - Introducing this week’s theme; Hustle. [1:40]
    - Are you really hustling? Measuring talent, effort, and success. [2:03]
    - Putting in the work; The other 8 hours. [4:55]
    - Constant Effort. Stu’s definition of Hustle. [6:00]
    - Constantly pounding the stone. Nick’s definition of Hustle. [7:33]
    - Using your social media influence in a positive way. {9:32]
    - Always hustling for your passion. [10:15]
    - The negative hustle; Knowing when to step back. [11:18]
    - The importance of taking time to relax and recharge. [12:50]
    - Going all in with your “nose to the ground”. [14:11]
    - Biking in the rain and drinking tea with little old ladies; Nick’s big break. [17:06]
    - Hustle is not sexy. [20:28]
    - Running on empty but sticking to it through the obstacles. [21:40]
    - Committing to the hustle even when things aren’t going well. [23:07]
    - Find your why. Nick and Stu explain their purpose. [26:06]
    - The hustle never ends. [28:19]
    - Focusing your energy and working towards your vision. [29:50]
    - Cats vs. Dogs. [30:45]
    - Guilty pleasure shows and airplane videos. [32:00]
    Links
    - Gary V: https://www.garyvaynerchuk.com/ [4:55]
    - Mel Robbins: https://melrobbins.com/ [7:58]
    - Mike Smith: http://www.mikesmithlive.com/ [10:10]
    - Lilly Singh’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/IISuperwomanII [11:24]
    - Grace Helbig’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/graciehinabox/featured [12:00]
    - Brené Brown: https://brenebrown.com/ [12:40]
    - Kevin Costner on The Tim Ferriss Show: https://tim.blog/2015/11/16/kevin-costner-the-near-death-audition-work-ethic-and-the-explorers-guild/ [20:28]
    - Phil Jones: https://www.philmjones.com/ [28:05]
    - Robin Sharma: https://www.robinsharma.com/ [28:26]
    - OSLC; Ontario Student Leadership Conference: http://ylcc.com/student-conferences [28:37]
    - Stu’s Email: [email protected] [31:34]
    - Nick’s Email: [email protected] [31:34]
    - Stu’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ylccstu/ [31:34]
    - Nick’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nick_foley1/ [31:34]
    - Sam Chui’s YouTube Channel : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfYCRj25JJQ41JGPqiqXmJw [32:51]
    - Mel Robbins Flying Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nmtx7F1aI9c [33:44]
    - The Authentic Entrepreneurs YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSstjvhjhozofDCBfdnRpiw [34:38]
    36 min
  • AE # 16: Learning and Growing
    This week Nick and Stu discuss learning and growing in the world of business and entrepreneurship.
    The Authentic Entrepreneurs Show Notes 116
    - 2019 is going to be the best year yet! [1:31]
    - Nick and Stu introduce this week’s topic; Learning and Growing. They discuss why it is important, especially for an entrepreneur, to continually be learning new things. [2:08]
    - What are the different forms of leaning available to you and how have these forms changed throughout the years? [5:03]
    - The number 1 way to learn and grow is to surround yourself with a good tribe. [6:19]
    - Books, Audiobooks, and Podcasts, Oh My! [7:58]
    - Stu likes to multitask by watching tv while working out. [9:30]
    - Nick’s favourite books and podcasts. [10:59]
    - Stu’s favourite podcasts. [12:52]
    - Stu’s riled up about the next form of learning; Stadium Hype. [14:13]
    - Stu is not a fan of Grant Cardone. [15:47]
    - Being present and the importance of face to face interaction and connecting with others. [16:49]
    - How many people does Stadium Hype actually work for? [19:42]
    - Stu recounts his experiences with Tony Robbins. [21:48]
    - Online classes; Investing your time and money to grow and learn. [24:43]
    - Igniting that spark and following through with your passions. [26:11]
    - Being part of small, intimate groups and interacting with others in a like-minded community. [27:21]
    - Stu explains the EPIC Conference. [29:05]
    - Stu introduces the EPIC Speakers. [30:44]
    - Join the EPIC Community now! [34:27]
    - Never stop learning. No one knows everything. [38:21]
    Links
    - Audible: https://www.audible.ca/ [8:16]
    - Hoopla: https://www.hoopladigital.com/ [8:26]
    - #AskGaryVee book on Amazon:
    https://www.amazon.ca/AskGaryVee-Entrepreneurs-Leadership-Social-Self-Awareness/dp/0062273124 [10:27]
    - Ray Dalio’s Principles books: https://www.principles.com/ [11:12]
    - The Tim Ferriss Show: https://tim.blog/podcast/ [11:55]
    - Masters of Scale Podcast: https://mastersofscale.com/ [13:00]
    - This American Life Podcast: https://www.thisamericanlife.org/listen [13:24]
    - Under The Influence with Terry O’Reilly: https://www.cbc.ca/radio/podcasts/arts-culture/under-the-influence/ [13:43]
    - Subscribe to The Authentic Entrepreneurs on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSstjvhjhozofDCBfdnRpiw [14:10]
    - The Unpodcast: http://www.unmarketing.com/unpodcast/ [18:10]
    - Tim Ferriss: https://tim.blog/ [20:28]
    - The 4-Hour Workweek by Tim Ferriss book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/4-Hour-Workweek-Escape-Live-Anywhere/dp/0307465357/ref=sr_1_3?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1546975616&sr=1-3&keywords=tim+ferriss [20:55]
    - Tamsen Webster: https://tamsenwebster.com/ [31:11]
    - Ron Tite: http://rontite.com/ [31:19]
    - Kate O’Neill: http://www.koinsights.com/about/about-kate-oneill/ [31:32]
    - Scott Stratten at Unmarketing: http://www.unmarketing.com/ [31:47]
    - Alan Stein Jr.: https://alansteinjr.com/ [32:06]
    - Amanda Hite with Be The Change Revolutions: http://www.btcrevolutions.com/ [32:13]
    - Phil M. Jones: https://www.philmjones.com/ [32:24]
    - Chris Farias with Unicorn Rebellion: https://www.theunicornrebellion.com/ [32:31]
    - Dr. Greg Wells: http://drgregwells.com/ [33:00]
    - Eric Termuende: https://erictermuende.com/ [33:12]
    - Denise Jacobs: https://denisejacobs.com/ [33:24]
    - Dr. James Rouse: https://www.drjamesrouse.com/ [33:58]
    - EPIC: http://theepiccommunity.com/ [32:27]
    40 min
  • AE # 15: Workplace Culture
    This week Nick and Stu chat with Eric Termuende. Eric is an expert in workplace culture.
    The Authentic Entrepreneurs 115 Show Notes:
    - It’s a dance party in the studio! [00:21]
    - Today’s guest is workplace culture expert: Eric Termuende [00:43]
    - Enjoy our interview with Eric Termuende [2:38]
    - Stu asks Eric how to pronounce his last name [2:38]
    - Eric is one of the top 100 emerging innovators under 35 [4:07]
    - Eric discusses his roots and how he became an expert at workplace culture [4:43]
    - Eric reveals that he was almost failing business school in his first and second year [6:20]
    - Millennials wants, needs, values, and expectations are not that different from other generations [7:40]
    - “Everyone has the opportunity to enjoy the work that they do.” [8:48]
    - “Happiness is all around us and not something we have to continue to chase.” [9:03]
    - "We’ve entered this honeymoon phase with technology.”[10:32]
    - Eric read a study that says people live 31.5 hour days [10:49]
    - Stu believes that some people have the privilege to follow their passions while others do not because they have to work to pay the bills [11:40]
    - “You can deliver pizza and still have purpose.” [13:11]
    - Eric explains quantifying cultures and business’s [16:00]
    - The Employee Experience Analysis [18:20]
    - The Heart of an Organization [19:19]
    - The Identity Piece [20:00]
    - A one page job description is not going to give an employee the articulation of what their lifestyle is going to be like from that job [20:35]
    - “Imitation does not equal inspiration.” [23:45]
    - Expectations for Millennial’s are unrealistic when they get into the workplace [27:00]
    - Companies are advertising their workplace as “Disneyland” for adults [28:05]
    - Stu discusses the change in hiring culture. [29:11]
    - Companies are creating these “Disneyland” work environments but productivity is low as a result [32:30]
    - Stu talks about the Epic event in April [35:20]
    - Eric discusses what he’s going to talk about in his presentation at Epic [35:45]
    - Stu and Nick discuss their takeaways from Eric [40:30]
    Links
    - Eric Termuende’s Website: https://erictermuende.com/ [2:38]
    - Eric Termuende’s Book: Rethink Work:
    https://erictermuende.com/author/ [8:14]
    - The Epic Event in April: http://theepiccommunity.com/ [35:20]
    - Eric Termuende’s Linkedin:
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/erictermuende [37:20]
    - Nick’s Website: www.nickfoley.ca
    - Nick’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/nickfoley1?lang=en
    - Nick’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nick_foley1/
    - Stu’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ylccstu/
    - Stu’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/ylccstu?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor
    44 min
  • AE # 14: The New Years Episode
    This week Stu and Nick discuss goals and resolutions for 2019 both in their businesses and personal life.
    The Authentic Entrepreneurs 114 Show Notes:
    - Nick and Stu recap their favourite moment from Christmas [0:40]
    - The theme of the week: Making 2019, the best 2019 ever [7:01]
    - How to really build out a great 2019 [7:29]
    - New Year’s resolutions are overrated [8:20]
    - January 1st is the worst time to start a resolution. The new year can start whenever you want it to [9:08]
    - Gyms will make more money in January than any other month the year [9:56]
    - Any resolution or goal comes down to action and setting out a plan [10:37]
    - Stu is doing a 21-day health challenge over the holidays [11:30]
    - Don’t measure yourself against everybody else [12:36]
    - Consistency vs Quantity [12:52]
    - Nick discusses planning his entire year in July [13:28]
    - Stu discusses his game plan for the goals he wants to accomplish in 2019 [15:56]
    - Creating a What If list [17:56]
    - With clarity comes mastery [18:56]
    - Build out your year [20:08]
    - Building a bigger following on Instagram is not a goal [23:16]
    - “I’m so sick of seeing this quick fix crap” [23:42]
    - “If your why is big enough, your how will show up” [26:25]
    - Trust the process [26:53]
    - From Christmas to New Years, Nick tries to map out his personal life tasks [28:22]
    - Make sure you have an action plan for your goals [29:10]
    - The difference between a goal and a to-do list [31:47]
    - Your goal should give you the same feeling as waking up on Christmas morning as a kid [32:44]
    - “If you’re not as excited in February as you are in January when you start, then there’s a problem with your goal” [34:48]
    - Nick gives three pieces of advice for entrepreneurs [35:12]
    - Stu has the same amount of excitement for running OSLC now as he did 20 years ago when he started [37:21]
    - Your goals better excite you [38:21]
    - Your habits have to connect with your goals [40:57]
    - If it’s worth it, you’ll invest the time [43:07]
    - Stu predicts that the next 12 months will have more change in the world than in his entire 48 years of life [44:57]
    - “Worry less about social acceptance and more about social consciousness” [47:03]
    - Nick reiterates his 3 pieces of advice for accomplishing goals in 2019 [47:58]
    - Stu reiterates his 3 pieces of advice for accomplishing goals in 2019 [48:28]
    Links
    - Dr. Greg Wells Website: http://drgregwells.com/ [12:00]
    - Robin Sharmas Website: https://www.robinsharma.com/ [18:46]
    - The Authentic Entrepreneurs on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0ac3FW4ZovRubCFwcpzNdd [20:38]
    - Alan Steins Website: https://www.alansteinjr.com/ [25:22]
    - Alan Steins episode of The Authentic Entrepreneurs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rFSc-CJaXX4 [25:22]
    - Gary Vee’s book: Crushing It: https://www.amazon.ca/CrushingGreat-Entrepreneurs-Business-Influence/dp/0062674676 [26:58]
    - Jim Collins book: Good to Great: https://www.amazon.ca/Good-Great-Some-Companies-Others/dp/0066620996 [30:18]
    - The Ontario Student Leadership Conference: http://ylcc.com/student-conferences [37:21]
    - The Epic Community: http://theepiccommunity.com/ [47:12]
    - We Be Us Community: https://www.webeuscommunity.com/ [50:40]
    - Eric Termuende’s Website: https://erictermuende.com/ [52:03]
    - Nick’s Website: www.nickfoley.ca
    - Nick’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/nickfoley1?lang=en
    - Nick’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nick_foley1/
    - Stu’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ylccstu/
    - Stu’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/ylccstu?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor
    55 min
  • AE # 13: The Festive Special!
    This week on The Authentic Entrepreneurs, Stu and Nick have their first ever holiday special.
    The Authentic Entrepreneurs Christmas Episode Show Notes
    Welcome to The Authentic Entrepreneurs first annual Festive Special! [0:20]
    Who’s got the greatest ugly Christmas sweater? [1:13]
    What are the best practices to recognize your customers and clients? [2:05]
    Taking the time to personalize cards and messages. [2:46]
    Dilly the Dolphin is inauthentic? [4:30]
    Who gives the best holiday gifts? [6:04]
    Taking time to make new memories and remember old ones. [7:57]
    Pro Tip! Show that you care. [8:54]
    How your gratitude affects those around you. [9:53]
    Reaching out and connecting with customers. [11:40]
    Stu Saunders vs Dean Martin. [15:16]
    How to appreciate your team. [15:30]
    Memorable gifts and sharing experiences. [16:33]
    Nick’s Great Christmas Breakfast. [18:42]
    Getting to know your employees and coworkers. [20:32]
    Please have a safe and happy holiday season!
    Thanks
    Thank you to Kara Gunnarson for your incredible work with The Global Student Leadership Summit. [22:30]
    Thank you to Lizzie Arnold for your work at the Leadership Training Centre. [23:00]
    Thank you to Ash Baer for your hard work at Summer Camp. [23:25]
    Thank you to Erin Marshall for your work on the 40th annual Ontario Student Leadership Conference and Spring OSLC. [23:50]
    Thank you to Jenna Anger for tirelessly advocating for the Canadian Youth Speakers Bureau and your work on SPARK. [24:15]
    Thank you to Mikey McMurran for wearing a suit to your interview and for your awesome work as Content Creator. [25:30]
    Thank you to Portia, YLCC’s co-op student, for your work as assistant Content Creator. [26:25]
    Thank you to Nick O’Malley for your determination to work on whatever’s necessary and for your work on the newsletter. [26:53]
    Thank you to Christine Fry for being the backbone of the company. [27:08]
    Thank you to all of the incredible camp staff for your hard work inspiring thousands of kids. [27:35]
    Stu thanks Nick for his friendship and willingness to work on The Authentic Entrepreneurs podcast. [28:03]
    Nick says thank you to Jen, his office manager for keeping everything running smoothly and for being a close family friend. [28:35]
    Thank you to Sarah Roth for your work o the Good Sport Program. [29:21]
    Thank you To Phil Kerr for being an incredible business partner and friend. [29:43]
    Thank you to Lily, Nick’s placement student, for you work with We Be Us. [29:58]
    Thank you to Josh, Nick’s placement student, for his work on the awesome mission videos. [29:58]
    Thank you to Kyla for always taking on so much work and for your work with Move For Inclusion. [30:22]
    Nick thanks his Board of Directors. [30:53]
    Nick thanks Jenna Anger for being such an important and strong connection. [31:20]
    Nick thanks Stu for their friendship and looks forward to the future of The Authentic Entrepreneurs. [31:52]
    Stu says thank you to Ian Tyson who has brought so much to the company as well as to Stu as a true friend. [32:15]
    Stu thanks “My Jenny” and his kids, Emily, Christina, and Matthew, his mom, and Pat.
    Nick thanks his lovely wife Brooke and his children Brynn and Welles. [31:01]
    Links
    The Authentic Entrepreneurs Episode 9 with Phil M Jones https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j9Z8zdWNibY [4:30]
    Mark Scharenbroich’s Website http://www.nicebike.com/ [6:15]
    Learning For Living; Phil Boyte’s Website https://www.learningforliving.com/ [6:39]
    OSLC Ontario Student Leadership Conference http://ylcc.com/student-conferences [12:20]
    GSLC Global Student Leadership Summit http://globalstudentleadership.com/ [22:30]
    YLCC Summer Camps http://ylcc.com/youth-camps [23:25]
    CYSB Canadian Youth Speakers Bureau http://youthspeakers.ca/ [24:15]
    SPARK Leadership Conference http://ylcc.com/spark-leadership-conference [25:24]
    We Be Us https://www.webeuscommunity.com/ [29:41]
    Move For Inclusion https://moveforinclusion.com/ [30:22]
    36 min
  • AE # 12: Habits and Success
    This week Nick and Stu discuss business with Performance Coach and Consultant: Alan Stein, Jr.
    The Authentic Entrepreneurs Show Notes 112
    - Meet Alan Stein Jr: Performance coach, Author, and Keynote speaker. [0:43]
    - Welcome Alan Stein Jr to The Authentic Entrepreneurs podcast! [3:21]
    - Where did it all begin for Alan? [4:07]
    - ‘Pivoting’ your focus to continue to follow your passions. [6:55]
    - What sets the elite apart from the ordinary? Sticking to the basics. [8:05]
    - The characteristics of a successful basketball player. [10:06]
    - #Lifehack! Not! Putting in the time and effort. [11:50]
    - Filling your bucket. The daily habits of a successful entrepreneur. [14:01]
    - Kobe’s morning workout routine and the importance of trusting the process. [16:47]
    - Focus on improving weaknesses and striving for the long game. [22:16]
    - Your success = your choice. [23:09]
    - Appreciating time with the Hourglass Analogy. [25:13]
    - Alan’s message to his 12th grade self. [28:27]
    - How to write a bestselling book! [30:10]
    - Setting a high standard of excellence with ‘Dell’s Son’. [31:00]
    - Are your habits really leading you to success? [35:44]
    - You can’t teach passion. [36:26]
    - “You’re only as good as you are when no one’s looking.” [38:15]
    - Alan is an EPIC speaker! [39:08]
    - Jordan or James? [40:59]
    - Nick’s biggest takeaways; sticking to the process with successful habits. [45:10]
    - Don’t forget to message Stu for a chance to win Alan’s book, “Raise Your Game”! [46:45]
    Links
    - The Authentic Entrepreneurs Episode 8 with Kate O’Neil https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S7j5UyNomdY [0:50]
    - The Authentic Entrepreneurs Episode 9 with Phil M Jones https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j9Z8zdWNibY [0:58]
    - The Authentic Entrepreneurs YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j9Z8zdWNibY [2:53]
    - Isaiah Thomas The Fundamentals https://www.amazon.com/Fundamentals-Plays-Winning-Games-Business/dp/B000H2MVSA [9:53]
    - The Carter Effect Documentary on Netflix https://www.netflix.com/ca/title/80223149 [36:45]
    - EPIC http://theepiccommunity.com/ [39:12]
    - Alan’s Book “Raise Your Game” https://raiseyourgamebook.com/
    - Alan’s Website https://alansteinjr.com/
    - Alan’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/alansteinjr/?hl=en
    - Alan’s Twitter https://twitter.com/alansteinjr?lang=en
    - Stu’s Email [email protected]
    - Stu’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ylccstu/?hl=en
    - Nick’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nick_foley1/?hl=en
    49 min
  • AE #11: Authenticity
    This week on the Authentic Entrepreneurs, Nick and Stu discuss being Authentic in the world of business.
    The Authentic Entrepreneurs Show Notes 111: Authenticity
    - Stu dances to The Notorious B.I.G. [0:55]
    - Introducing this week’s theme; Authenticity. [2:16]
    - Falling down the rabbit hole that Is “Brag Media”. [3:22]
    - Selling lies through social media. [4:55]
    - What is Brag Media? [5:38]
    - The importance of being honest with customers about price. [7:55]
    - Are successful entrepreneurs really having a positive impact on young entrepreneurs? [10:30]
    - Being honest about numbers, even when it can cost you. [13:06]
    - Exaggerating as a storyteller vs exaggerating as an entrepreneur. [14:43]
    - “Fake it till you make it.” Is it a good idea? [15:06]
    - Stu’s expert tip for selling tickets to high school events. [16:40]
    - The consequences of being dishonest with customers. [17:38]
    - Building a business authentically and successfully. [18:50]
    - Nick discusses the slow start to his business and the importance of focusing long term. [20:20]
    - Understanding the desire to become viral. [22:40]
    - It’s not about viral, it’s about value. [23:50]
    - Be wise when purchasing ad space. [25:31]
    - CLICKBAIT! Being authentic and relevant. [26:20]
    - Focus on quality, not quantity. [28:10]
    - Being sincere about qualifications and success; How to keep your chocolate from melting. [29:36]
    - Understanding your niche. [31:33]
    - What makes Mike Smith such a successful speaker? [32:43]
    - Taking action to be truly authentic. [34:58]
    - The falsity of DMs and why it’s important to respond to them. [36:00]
    - Congratulations to The Authentic Entrepreneurs Producer Mikey on his thriving, driving 2 month old.
    Links
    - The Authentic Entrepreneurs YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSstjvhjhozofDCBfdnRpiw/videos [1:30]
    - The Unpodcast: http://www.unmarketing.com/unpodcast/ [5:50]
    - Gary V’s Website: https://www.garyvaynerchuk.com/ [10:30]
    - Gary V’s Wine Library YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/WineLibraryTV [11:25]
    - GSLS The Global Student Leadership Summit: http://globalstudentleadership.com/ [13:06]
    - OSLC The Ontario Student Leadership Conference: http://ylcc.com/student-conferences [18:10]
    - We Be Us Community: https://www.webeuscommunity.com/ [20:20]
    - The Authentic Entrepreneurs Episode 9: How to Sell with Phil M Jones: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j9Z8zdWNibY [23:00]
    - Mike Smith’s Website: http://www.mikesmithlive.com/ [32:16]
    - That obscure Tiger Woods video Nick referred to: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V_gvg89sbQA [32:20]
    - Stu’s Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/ylccstu/?hl=en [39:40]
    - Nick’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nick_foley1/?hl=en [39:40]
    40 min

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The Authentic Entrepreneurs is a podcast hosted by Stu Saunders and Nick Foley. Stu is the founder of YLCC Inc. An organization that works with 250,000 humans a year! Nick is a former OHL player,…