The Rich Equation

On this episode of The Rich Equation Podcast, Ashish is joined by Mike Ayala. Mike is an investor, speaker, podcaster, and founder of Investing for Freedom. Mike helps busy professionals and business owners find true freedom to live their best life.

He’s also co-founder of Four Peaks Capital Partners, LLC. His scope includes operations, management teams, development, and chief people officer. He also co-directs the overall investment strategy along with Andrew Lanoie. Mike has over 22 years of experience in finding freedom by building teams and streamlining operations.

In this episode, Mike talks about his life. He talks about the evolution of identity as time passes by. He shares his observations from the entrepreneurs around him with regard to the challenges they encounter each day. He talks about understanding the seasons of life and how they translate to business and knowing where you are now. Mike shares his perspective on investing as well. 

 Highlights: 

00:00 - Ashish Introduces Mike

03:10 – Ashish asks Mike about aspects of our lives where we should be thinking bigger

10:44 – Mike shares a story about his stepdad and talks about building an identity

13:07 – The evolution and development of self-identity

16:22 – Mike shares his thoughts about seasons of life and situations where it’s ok not to work on areas that you know you need to change, so you can stay in your zone of genius

22:39 - Ashish and Mike talk about traits of entrepreneurs

25:24 – Things Mike has seen and observed on entrepreneurs and how challenges are being addressed

31:45 – Understanding the seasons of life and business

35:55 – Ashish asks Mike about his perspective on investing 

37:17 – The downside of waiting for opportunities

Connect with Mike Ayala here: 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themikeayala/?hl=en

Website: https://www.michaelayala.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themikeayala/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoa4pNSAYxBM6nSn2jCrPYA/featured

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This week’s episode of The Rich Equation Podcast is a solo episode where I will talk about failure. Failing doesn’t mean losing, but in this episode, I will talk about how the fear of failing impacts our mindset. It is good to avoid failures but it is equally good to embrace them and learn the lessons. It is truly a path to success. May this lesson encourage you to look at failure objectively. 

Highlights: 

00:00 - Ashish Introduces the topic - Failure

01:26 – Common misconceptions and how the fear of failure affects our mindset to make “safe” decisions in our lives

02:28 – Without failure, there can be no growth or success

02:53 – How is failure increasing progress 

04:12 – Without failure, you can’t learn

07:07 – Changing your paradigm regarding fear of failing

07:31 – Looking at failure objectively, as a concept and not as an emotion

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On this episode of The Rich Equation Podcast, Ashish is joined by Amy Miller. Amy is a Career and Leadership Empowerment Coach, motivational speaker, and author.  She works with driven professionals with a strong work ethic who are ready to make a greater impact. She wrote a new book entitled “Where’s My Mustard? How to Let Go, Attract and Achieve – A Quest to Self-Empowerment, which teaches readers how to identify and solve deeper problems, and how to employ their greatest superpower – self-empowerment.

In this episode, Amy talks about the frameworks of emotion. She talked about the importance of being present so you can live authentically and make the best decisions for yourself. She discusses how important it is to invest in yourself so you can make be more empowered in life, achieve bigger things and fulfill your purpose. And lastly, she talks about her first book, Where’s My Mustard? How to Let Go, Attract and Achieve – A Quest to Self-Empowerment. 

Highlights: 

00:00 - Ashish Introduces Amy

01:42 – Ashish asks Amy her perspective on ownership vs. victimhood mentality.

05:03- Ashish and Amy talk about the frameworks of emotion 

06:25 – Amy talks about fear

07:32- Amy shares what happens if fear comes first in the framework of emotion

08:48- Listening to yourself and being present so you can make the best decision 

13:18 - The struggle of being present, why we don’t give ourselves permission to be present at the moment 

16:24- Ashish and Amy talk about the importance of investing in yourself so you have more time for yourself and others

19:24 - Amy shares some advice and tips on how she gets stuff done and gains traction for her ideas 

24:51- Ashish and Amy talk about her daily routine that keeps her healthy and sharp

27:37- Ashish asks Amy how can we live life with freedom while working in a system where we are dependent on each other

30:37- Battling and overcoming anxiety 

33:12- Amy talks about her book, Where’s My Mustard? How to Let Go, Attract and Achieve – A Quest to Self-Empowerment, and where to find it

34:08- Ashish asks Amy what it is mean to have a rich life

Connect with Amy Miller here: 

Link to her latest book: https://www.amazon.com/Wheres-My-Mustard-Attract-Self-Empowerment-ebook/dp/B0B9VKCSLN

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amyleemillercoaching/

Website: https://amyleemiller.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-lee-miller-41520736/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AmyLeeMillerCoaching

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On this episode of The Rich Equation Podcast, Ashish is joined by David Rosendorf. David is the CEO and President of DNA Supply Chain Solutions. Previously, David was a Partner at Amber Worldwide Logistics. David received a Bachelor of International Business degree from the State University of New York at Albany. David’s company DNA Supply Chain Solutions, solves the problem that we All Have Experienced; Lack of Transparency. They provide more reliable data on your shipments than the carriers and competition by tracking via AIS. You know exactly where your shipments are via live map feed and GUI (Graphic User Interface) reporting that results in the visibility of hundreds and thousands of shipments in minutes; potential savings of hidden costs i.e., demurrage per diem and planning that would incur without this solution.

In this episode, David talks about what he learned about himself, his business, and other entrepreneurs that dealt with the drastic change in the transportation and freight industry. He shared the importance of relationships with vendors and clients that helped create a win-win solution and led to innovative solutions to keep working together and help their businesses continue to thrive. He shared a pivotal moment in his life, trying to keep his business thriving, and dealing with a health crisis. He talked about the importance of having the right positive mindset to face the ups and downs life gives you. 

Highlights: 

00:00 - Ashish Introduces David

01:54 – Ashish asks David how he managed his freight business

03:39 – David discusses how a drastic change in the freight industry affected his business, and what he learned from it 

07:51- Ashish and David talk about the right mindset

10:01- David talks about his personal journey to get to where he is now 

11:01- David shares a story about how he overcame a serious illness 

18:06- David describes his experience transitioning to a healthier lifestyle

19:13- David discusses the power of the human mind and fears

21:28- Ashish asks David what the most challenging aspect of his health journey has been.

26:19- Ashish and David discuss focus diffusion

29:34- Ashish and David talk about mental health

30:32- David discusses how his confidence has grown

33:18 – Ashish inquires of David what wisdom he may offer those suffering from mental illness.

37:10- David talks about what he hopes to leave behind this knowledge

37:55-  Ashish queries David about the meaning of living a rich life.

Connect with David Rosendorf here: 

Company website: https://dnasupplychain.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-rosendorf-0222b611/

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On this episode of The Rich Equation Podcast, Ashish is joined by Brian Luebben. Brian Luebben is a Real Estate Investor, Podcaster, and Entrepreneur out of Atlanta, Georgia. While in college he built his first company (Greek Beats DJ/Entertainment) that allowed him to graduate debt-free. Shortly after graduating – he made it to the top of a Fortune 500 Company in their Sales Organization, only to realize quickly that “Retirement at 65” and corporate life simply was not for him. He now runs a successful podcast “The Action Academy” where he talks to seven, eight, and nine-figure entrepreneurs on how to earn freedom in life and business. Through the podcast and cash-flowing real estate (via his company Sexton Property Group) he now has generated enough revenue via remote income sources to earn him Financial Independence to do what he wants, when he wants, and with who he wants.

In this episode, Brian talks about his life journey. He also talks about his professional background and how he got there. He shares his challenges and lessons in life and gives advice and ideas to people mostly entrepreneurs and employees.

Highlights: 

00:00 - Ashish Introduces Brian

02:20 – Brian shares a story about his current life and where he lives 

05:35 - Ashish asks Brian about his life and belief before he started his journey, and how he dealt with others' opinions of his life choices

08:18 – Going on a trip to help him 

10:20 - Brian talks about his travel journey 

11:38 - Reinforcing a new identity 

13:25 - Ashish and Brian talk about the real essence of traveling 

16:57 - Brian talks about his podcast “The Action Academy”

18:56 - Ashish asks Brian about life lessons from traveling around the world and experiencing other cultures 

22:39 - Brian talks about anxiety

24:26 - How to be mentally prepared and work on earning freedom in life and business

28:39 - Ashish asks Brian about his next steps

36:20 - Ashish asks Brian about how his perspective of time changed in terms of how he sees his future

Connect with Brian Luebben here: 

Website:  https://brianluebben.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/actionacademypodcast/

Email: [email protected]

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On this episode of The Rich Equation Podcast, Ashish is joined by Sandra Hasely. Sandra Haseley is a business strategist, high-performance coach, author, and keynote speaker, passionate about guiding fearless and high-vibe women who are ready for breakthroughs into a simpler, more joyful, and wealthier next level, through her powerful mindset and tactical strategies.

She is the owner of Sandra Haseley + CO. and founding partner of Generation Impact Consulting, LLC, working with thousands of women from across the world. She teaches them how to build and scale their businesses using proven strategies, tactics, and a powerful mindset while working less and having way more fun. 

In this episode, Sandra talks about her personal experience and entrepreneurial journey as well as lessons learned in life. She shares her perspective on time management.  She talks about being conscious of how you spend your time, channeling her energy for important things. She also shares her routine to keep herself fit and healthy.

Highlights: 

00:00 - Ashish Introduces Sandra

03:11 – Sandra shares her perspective on time management

07:32- Ashish and Sandra talk about valuing time

09:24- Ashish and Sandra talk about key takeaways in their life about time management

12:07- Sandra talks about her book, “The Power Method”

13:26- Sandra shares a perspective about balance when it comes to energy shifting

17:10- Sandra shares what she has observed from the people she worked with and how she has guided them to reclaim their strength and leadership 

19:58- Ashish and Sandra talk about mindset

22:02- Having awareness of fear and anxiety

24:12- Ashish asks Sandra about her routine to stay healthy

28:06- Ashish and Sandra talk about people who are afraid to grow 

30:03- Ashish and Sandra talk about patience and things she wants to improve on herself

35:35- Ashish asks Sandra about what she is afraid of and things she learned in her life journey

41:48- Sandra shares how she defines success when she coaches clients 

43:51- Ashish asks Sandra what it mean to have a rich life

Connect with Sandra Haseley here: 

Website:  https://sandrahaseley.com/welcome-home/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandrahaseley

Instagram: https://instagram.com/thesandrahaseleyco

Facebook: http://fb.com/sandrahaseleyco

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCL4iFwOXOAH-37w0lV6bI9A

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On this episode of The Rich Equation Podcast, Ashish is joined by George Bryant. George is a New York Times Bestselling Author, Podcast host & among the most sought-after digital marketing consultants. He has helped hundreds of the largest companies in the world and thousands of entrepreneurs to ethically scale their businesses by deepening their relationships with their customers and creating transformational breakthroughs using his Relationships Beat Algorithm approach. 

In this episode, George talks about his life and entrepreneurial journey. He shares some life lessons as a marine, coping with loss, and bulimia, and how his transformation journey to become a successful marketing expert. He talks about the importance of becoming an advocate for yourself and he also goes in-depth on the topic of authenticity and how it relates to the customer journey.  

Highlights: 

00:00 - Ashish Introduces George

04:10 – George shares about his life as a marine, dealing with bulimia, and his father’s death 

10:28 - George shares how he became an accidental entrepreneur 

18:12 – George talks more in-depth about his transformational journey – healing modalities, how he managed his own life after giving up ‘worldly’ aspirations 

18:50 – The personal development trap vs becoming an advocate for yourself

24:17 – Having daily rituals and practices that will benefit not the person you are today, but the person you want to become in the future

28:45 – Shrink your world so you can easily manage yourself and show up with integrity in those areas you can control

38:05 – Ashish and George talks about authenticity in his personal and professional life

45:13 – Ashish asks George how to tie this level of authenticity into the customer journey 

49:14- George shares the three biggest mistakes that entrepreneurs make in creating customer journey 

59:17- Prioritizing humanity over everything else 

 1:03:45 – George talks about the most powerful tool that one can have, but is neglected the most

1:23:29- George ends the podcast episode with a reflective question for the audience to think about the kind of legacy they want to leave and be remembered by

Connect with George Bryant here: 

Website: https://mindofgeorge.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/georgebryant

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsgeorgebryant/

Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5U2CHpo45CpBUdHXb3Tu8w

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7R-mri7sGlXEwDoIr659vQ

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On this episode of The Rich Equation Podcast, Ashish is joined by Dr. Travis Fox. Travis Fox is an Emmy-award winner. Dr. Travis Fox has been architecting lives and uplifting entrepreneurs onstage for 30 years. Holding doctorates in both psychology and clinical hypnotherapy, his mission is to help move entrepreneurs from founder to funding to fortune, and because of this, he was named by Yahoo Finance as a Top 20 entrepreneur for 2020 and a Top 10 Instagram influencer by Buzz Feed. As a business coach, entrepreneurial advisor, and trainer, he has spoken to more than 1M attendees, spent tens of thousands of hours on stage, and has 28 years of CEO-level experience.

In this episode, Travis talks about his journey, from playing golf to acting and now a podcast host, entrepreneur, speaker, and life architect. He talked about the Ultimate Business Quest, teaching entrepreneurs in a fun way how to build and expand their businesses with the tools they need in a fun way. He shared his life stories that had a profound impact on his views on life and business. 

Highlights: 

00:00 - Ashish Introduces Dr. Travis Fox

02:52 - Ashish asks Travis about his background and journey to becoming a doctor

08:54 - Ashish asks Travis about the Business Quest, the backstory on why he was driven to become an entrepreneur to build an empire

11:51 – Travis talking about transforming lives 

18:33 – Tying in human psychology into your own personal awareness 

20:44 – Mediocrity is the silent killer of the quality of your life

27:55 – How planning for the worst-case scenario may be a sign of a lack of commitment

30:04 – Business trauma as a defense mechanism, and how it affects us in our entrepreneurial journey

35:24 – Big life and business lessons he learned from hiking the great teacher, Mt. Kilimanjaro

46:28 -  Travis shares his thoughts on what it means to have a rich life 

Connect with Dr. Travis Fox here: 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/travisfox.1121

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbZNPpqildlUoSKwDV9ooEQ

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travisfox360/?hl=en

Website: https://travisfox.net/

LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/travisfox

Listen to The Ultimate Business Quest on Apple Podcast -https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ultimate-business-quest/id1634219665

Download the App for free- https://ultimatebusinessquest.com/

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This week’s episode of The Rich Equation Podcast is a solo episode where I will talk about mutual funds and ETFs. I will discuss the difference between the two and how they work. If you are interested in investing this episode may help you pick the best choice for your specific investing needs. 

Highlights: 

00:00 - Ashish Introduces the topic

01:09 – Ashish talks about Mutual Funds

02:21 – What are ETFs 

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This week’s episode of The Rich Equation Podcast is a solo episode where I will talk about different management systems and how it can increase the probability of success in your business. A management system helps create the structure and direction that your team needs to achieve desired results. This applies to business organizations of all sizes, so having a system in place is the only way to deliver results, with accountability, so your team can focus on things that matter. 

Highlights: 

00:00 - Ashish Introduces the topic

00:53 – Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) 

02:45 – How EOS can provide operational structure even to small businesses

03:13 – Defining short-term, middle-term, and long-term targets for your business 

03:53 – How to achieve traction, where everyone in the team focuses and drives accountability to make their vision a reality 

05:18 – Pebbles, rocks, and sand analogy as a way to prioritize mission-critical objectives

05:52 – How I’ve used EOS for my business, and my experience using this framework

06:50 – Right people right seats to ensure we place the right people in the correct roles

07:28 – Balanced scorecard management system

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Check out some business management systems below: 

Entrepreneurial Operating System for Business

Balanced Scorecard System

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