The Travis Parry Show

Today, we're thrilled to sit down with Matt Green, President and CEO of Frontlight Building Company in South Carolina.  He talks about the pivotal role delegation has played in his journey as a successful business owner. He also shares insights on building a strong organizational culture centered around values like integrity, trust, and honesty.

Stay tuned as we discuss some of the challenges of maintaining balance as a visionary leader, the importance of investing in the culture of an organization, and much more!

Here's some of what we discuss in this episode:

1:13 – What led Matt to the building and construction industry + finding balance alongside his wife

7:23 – How effective delegation helped Matt achieve personal and professional growth

13:14 – The challenges and rewards of building a strong organizational culture

23:15 – Matt's passion for innovating and bringing change to the construction and development industry

Learn more about Matt

https://frontlightbuildingco.com/matt-green/

Frontlight Building Company

https://frontlightbuildingco.com/who-we-are/

Matt on LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-green-44b4b9a/

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Adam Hill is an international keynote speaker, best-selling author, CEO, and host of the podcast, "Flow Over Fear." In our conversation today, he shares his powerful journey from battling a decade of alcoholism to pursuing an Ironman Triathlon, and how these experiences have led him to pursue balance in his personal and professional life.

Here's some of what we discuss in this episode:

1:12 – Adam's experience with anxiety and alcoholism + overcoming addiction and facing his fears

12:57 – How Adam became inspired to participate in ironman races + how these led to mental and spiritual growth

22:02 – How systems have been a game-changer for Adam in finding balance as a business owner

28:58 – Maintaining core values, encouraging healthy work habits, and setting boundaries as a business leader

Learn more about Adam

Adam's Website

https://adamcliffordhill.com/

Adam's Book, "Shifting Gears"

https://www.amazon.com/Shifting-Gears-Addiction-Triathlon-Championship/dp/1544525850

Flow Over Fear podcast

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/flow-over-fear/id1654008950

Adam on LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamchill

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In today's episode, we're excited to feature Chris McNeil, the host of the Thought Leadership Studio podcast. Chris wears many hats – he's a master of NLP, an award-winning entrepreneur in innovation, and a seasoned strategy thought leadership coach and consultant. 

He joins us to talk about what it means to take your business marketing from predictable and reactive to creative and proactive. Stay tuned for a great conversation on breaking away from traditional marketing approaches, fostering creativity, and building a thought leadership foundation that will resonate with customers.

Here's some of what we discuss in this episode:

• 1:31 – Transitioning out of the fitness industry for better balance + the power of thought leadership in marketing
• 6:32 – Creating mental gaps in your routine to allow room for creativity and innovative solutions
• 9:22 – Adopting a thought leadership approach + customer-centric principles
• 17:13 – Interrupting habitual patterns and dedicating time to work on your business
• 22:35 – Taking a solution-oriented approach + reverse engineering for effective business operations
• 27:13 – Tips for understanding the hidden needs of your target audience

Learn more about Chris:

Thought Leadership Studio

https://www.thoughtleadershipstudio.com/

Marketer's Guide to Strategic Thought Leadership

https://thaut.io/f/Free-Marketers-Guide-to-Strategic-Thought-Leadership

Follow Chris on social media 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-mcneil-chs/

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Today we're going to talk about a practice that can make an incredible impact in your business, your relationships, and your stress levels: journaling! Whether you're a seasoned writer or a total beginner, the benefits of journaling are proven. Stay tuned as I talk about how I've implemented this practice into my life- using the old-fashioned pen and paper method to give my frustrations, my fears, and creative ideas a safe space to exist.

Here's some of what we discuss in this episode:

1:13 – Travis' experiences with journaling

2:32 – Our brain is not a collection point

4:00 – Being in tune with feelings

5:50 – Health benefits

7:08 – A place for creative ideas

9:05 – The right method for you

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Billy Anderson is an international speaker, executive coach, and author of the book Your Comfort Zone Is Killing You. Previously, he was an advertising manager in Europe and Canada, a fundraising director for UNICEF, an apple picker in New Zealand and a sugar cane farmer in Costa Rica. From running with bulls in Spain to swimming with sharks in South America, he has some extraordinary tales to tell.

Billy joins us today to reflect on how the concept of balance has evolved throughout his life. We talk about the importance of authenticity in building a business, overcoming inner fears and limiting beliefs, and ongoing puresuit of self-discovery.

Here's some of what we discuss in this episode:

• 1:54 – Billy's adventurous pursuits, decision to start a family and changed sense of balance
• 7:22 – The importance of authenticity in building a business and personal brand
• 14:19 – Overcoming limiting beliefs and battling your inner voice to stay true to yourself
• 21:31 – The misconception that being constantly busy is necessary for success
• 23:30 – Continually checking in with your values in and out of the workplace

Learn more about Billy:

The Courage Crusade:

https://couragecrusade.com/

Billy's Values Assessment:

https://couragecrusade.com/values-assessment/

Follow Billy on social media:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/billyanderson416/?originalSubdomain=ca

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We are excited to be joined by Brad Barrett, CFP®, on the Balanced Growth Show today. Brad is Managing Director and Partner at One Capital Management LLC, a private wealth advisory firm with nearly 5.3 billion in assets. Passionate about finding new ways to educate investors, Brad share his knowledge and experience through his weekly YouTube videos, podcast and radio show, Make Your Money Matter.

Throughout our conversation, Brad emphasizes the importance of a client-first approach in scaling a business and the critical role culture has played in One Capital Management's growth and success. Tune in for powerful insights on balancing growth, hiring the right people, the importance of company culture, and so much more.

Here's some of what we discuss in this episode:

• 1:31 – How Brad started his financial career at the age of 16 + the importance of purpose over passion in his story
• 6:29 – Brad's idea of success: being present and valued by family
• 9:45 – Growing One Capital Management from 500 million to 5.3 billion through maintaining a client-first focus, niche marketing, and building a strong in-house team
• 18:27 – Some challenges faced during the firm's growth + the emotional and qualitative aspects of financial advising
• 28:01 – The importance of company culture and prioritizing "the who, not the what" in scaling a business

Learn more about Brad:

One Capital Management:

https://onecapital.com/index.html

Make Your Money Matter:

https://www.youtube.com/@makeyourmoneymatter

https://podcasts.apple.com/jm/podcast/make-your-money-matter/id1559820256

Follow Brad on social media:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradocm/

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What if a one-hour ritual could make you more productive and laser-focused every single day? Can you imagine spending 80% of your workday on the things that truly matter, rather than falling into the multitasking trap? In this episode, we're taking a deep dive into a game-changing productivity strategy called processing.

Stay tuned to learn how to streamline your tasks, eliminate multitasking, and prioritize activities that matter the most to your business in just three simple steps. From organizing emails and voicemails to streamlining your social media platforms, this episode will guide you through the parts of effective processing, ensuring that every task is approached strategically.

Here's some of what we discuss in this episode:

• 1:20 – Establishing boundaries and having a life outside of work to maintain a healthy balance
• 3:32 – Why productivity is crucial for business success + how multitasking hinders progress
• 6:20 – Dedicating one hour a day to sort through various collection points, streamline + consolidate communication channels
• 8:02 – The three-step system for assessing your tasks

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Today we have a special guest with us: Shawn Rhodes. Shawn is the Chief Sales Sergeant of Bulletproof Selling, an international keynote speaker, author of four books and a nationally syndicated business columnist. 

Throughout this conversation, Shawn focuses on the importance of defining success holistically, focusing on actions and outcomes that are within your influence. He shares valuable insights on conquering common sales challenges, fostering presence and proactivity, and building resilient systems for your business. This conversation will leave you with a fresh perspective on the art of sales and equipt you with practical tools and wisdom to approach your professional and personal life with confidence and purpose.

Here's some of what we discuss in this episode:

• 1:26 – Shawn's journey from the military to becoming a business owner
• 4:59 – The fleeting nature of external success + redefining wins within your control
• 9:34 – How implementing an ideal calendar has transformed Shawn's approach to time management
• 13:46 – Focusing on key activities that align with your passion and proficiency + delegating/outsourcing other tasks
• 21:03 – Doing more of what you love in your business to attract clients and increase happiness + reframing limiting beliefs during times of transition
• 28:44 – Identifying threats to your business and developing systems to mitigate them
• 33:48 – Shawn's advice for making your sales more bulletproof
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We're delighted to be joined by Dan Beck in this episode, a serial entrepreneur who has built and sold a number of businesses. Today, he is the CEO and co-founder of 401GO, a company dedicated to helping small businesses navigate the complex world of 401k planning. With a wealth of experience in the world of business, Dan is here to share his insights on navigating the entrepreneurial journey and finding balance as a business leader.

Here's some of what we discuss in this episode:

• 1:18 – Daniel's career background + what led to the creation of 401GO
• 5:48 – Finding the right motivation and priorities in achieving balanced growth
• 10:50 – The importance of having a strong and trustworthy team in scaling a business successfully
• 14:21 – Embracing different viewpoints + the value of diverse perspectives in creating a well-rounded team
• 23:00 – Finding time for self-care, mindfulness and physical activities to avoid becoming overwhelmed by work
• 27:54  – Dan's passion for helping small businesses with their financial wellness and retirement planning

https://401go.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielgbeck/

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Today we are joined by Brody Vinson, a business owner and podcast host with a passion for helping others prepare for successful exits from their companies. Having grown up with his father as a role model in the business world, Brody has always had a passion for entrepreneurship. However, a tragic event in 2021 changed the trajectory of his life.

In the wake of his father's unexpected passing, Brody faced the daunting task of selling his father's business while simultaneously managing a startup that was rapidly gaining momentum. Through these experiences, Brody discovered the vital importance of making yourself removable as a business owner. He joins us today to discuss why building a business that's designed to be sold is a so critical and the important role that balance and intentionally play in long-term success.

Here's some of what we discuss in this episode:

• 1:31 – The loss of Brody's father + the importance of preparing for your business exit  
• 10:10 – The role that balance plays in the long-term success of a business + making yourself removable as a business owner
• 14:22 – Scheduling time for personal activities + creating standard operating procedures for business tasks
• 17:59 – Implementing effective systems and technology, promoting talent, and maintaining open communication with employees to scale and grow
• 23:22 – Being intentional about delegation and hiring + checking in and setting goals with your employees
• 27:31 – Understanding the root of a problem in a business before creating effective systems

https://www.linkedin.com/in/brody-vinson/

https://www.instagram.com/brodyvinson.io/

https://www.youtube.com/@BrodyVinson

https://www.tiktok.com/@brody.vinson

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