The Travis Parry Show

Ever wished you could clone yourself? Meet Bryon Morrison and Logan Speights, CEPA, innovative entrepreneurs of Proxxy who've achieved the seemingly impossible. As "executive multipliers," the team at Proxxy has created a game-changing system designed to automate routine tasks, provide strategic guidance, and scale businesses by freeing up a minimum of eight hours per week for business owners. 

In our conversation, we'll break down some common challenges that business owners face when striving for balance and growth, the importance of aligning your core values with your business goals, and how a well-defined process can be a game-changer in your business growth journey.

Join us today as we discuss these things:

• 1:17 – The origin and purpose of Logan and Bryon's company, which provides executive-level support called "proxxy clones"
• 5:48 – Overcoming bottlenecks and burnout in business growth by categorizing tasks into three buckets: eliminate, delegate, or automate 
• 14:18 – How Bryon and Logan have scaled their business while maintaining balance
• 16:30 – The importance of aligning your personal values with business goals, managing overwhelming ideas, and avoiding the "shiny object syndrome"
• 21:46 – Battling "hero syndrome," the struggle to transition from practitioner to CEO and managing at a higher level

RESOURCES

Learn more about our guests: 

https://proxxy.com/

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

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

Email: [email protected]

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC46ekvB-U-CJDdsd7aqJMuA 

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Today we are joined by Lance Drucker, ChFC®, CLU®, AIF®, author, speaker, and the CEO of Drucker Wealth. Lance is proficient at Brazilian jujitsu, holding a purple belt, and his company, Drucker Wealth, is one of the premier planning first firms in the country.

Join us as we discuss how to find your expertise, the power of investing in knowledge, building a proficient team, refining processes for optimal efficiency, and much more. Lance brings valuable insights in this episode on aligning your passions, values, and professional pursuits to create a life that's truly rewarding.

Join us today as we discuss these things:

• 1:07 – What led Lance to the financial industry + his decision to pursue balance to be present for his family and his personal well-being
• 13:40 – Finding the right business coach for you, investing in knowledge, and building a strong team
• 23:12 – Identifying a niche and becoming an expert in that area to attract clientele + The benefits of collaboration and playing the long game in your business
• 29:11 – Lance's advice for advisors struggling with balance: "Are you happy?"

RESOURCES

Learn more about Lance: 

https://druckerwealth.com/

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

Email: [email protected]

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC46ekvB-U-CJDdsd7aqJMuA 

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Are financial disagreements putting a strain on your relationship? In today's episode, we'll share how your upbringing and money management approach might be playing a role in this tension. We'll talk about the profound impact of your early experiences on your current financial perspectives while discussing ways to overcome financial differences in your relationship. 

Join us today as we discuss these things:

• 1:00 – Why money is the number one source of tension between couples + taking a look at your financial script
• 7:58 – Understanding your money history and how this has shaped your idea of finances
• 11:48 – Getting on the same page as a couple, building financial trust, and aligning your goals

RESOURCES

Email: [email protected]

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC46ekvB-U-CJDdsd7aqJMuA 

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Today we are excited to be joined by Stan Phelps, CSP, a Forbes contributor, TEDx speaker, IBM Futurists Certified Speaking Professional, and best-selling author of the Goldfish Series. As a show-and-tell speaker, Stan empowers audiences to take action that delivers bottom-line impact. He strives to change the paradigm of marketing by encouraging audiences to focus on experiences as the ultimate competitive differentiator.

In this episode, Stan shares his journey from being a marketer to a full-time author and speaker. He discusses the value of vulnerability and authenticity and focuses on identifying one's strengths, embracing imperfections, and delivering meaningful experiences for clients. Stan also shares valuable insights on finding a balance between family and work commitments, setting boundaries, and staying present with loved ones amidst a demanding professional life.

Join us today as we discuss these things:

• 1:41 – Stan's transition from a marketer to a full-time author and speaker + Why balance is so important to him
• 4:33 – Finding your ideal client + standing out in the marketplace by doing things differently from the norm
• 11:08 – The power of embracing your uniqueness and flaws, amplifying your strengths, and being authentic in connecting with your audience
• 17:47 – Stan reflects on finding boundaries and figuring out what speaking opportunities to pursue + delivering with 100% commitment and integrity
• 24:11 – Stan's advice for those who are struggling to be present

RESOURCES

Learn more about Stan: 

https://stanphelps.com/

Linkedin:

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

Email: [email protected]

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC46ekvB-U-CJDdsd7aqJMuA 

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Today we had the pleasure of interviewing Ken Pitts, the co-owner of First Choice Mortgage Advisors LLC. Ken shares his journey in the ever-changing mortgage industry and the impact that balance has had on his life and business. His story is a testament to the power of trusting the process and building a strong team to achieve personal and professional success.  

In this episode, Ken shares valuable insights on avoiding mental fatigue and delegating tasks to a team. By doing so, he not only improved his ability to serve his clients but also fostered the efficient growth of his business with more time for family.

Join us today as we discuss these things:

• 1:10 – Ken's journey to starting a successful mortgage business + how coaching groups helped him find balance in a demanding industry
• 6:56 – Ken reflects on burnout and the overwhelming workload of his past. He talks through his coaching experience, which taught him to trust others, delegate tasks and achieve better balance
• 13:56 – How Ken has pivoted his mortgage business towards reverse mortgages as a way to adapt to market changes while maintaining balance
• 20:46 – How mental clutter can hinder balance and productivity + How Ken lessened his mental fatigue by hiring help

RESOURCES

Learn more about Ken: 

610-637-7325

https://firstchoicemortgageadvisors.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ken-pitts-719105b3/

Email: [email protected]

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC46ekvB-U-CJDdsd7aqJMuA 

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Today we are joined by John Bernatovicz, father, husband, and founder of Willory. He is also a keynote speaker, podcast host and soon-to-be author. His book, HR Like a Boss, is now available for pre-order, and was inspired by a highly successful presentation that John gave at a regional conference for the Society for Human Resource Management.

In our conversation, John shares his career journey and discusses the importance of finding balance as a business owner to stay focused on what truly matters. He opens up about his own struggle with distractions and the constant drive to improve and shares how coaching has been instrumental in helping him stay accountable in his personal and professional life. John also dives into creating a growth-oriented work environment for team members and leaders. 

Join us today as we discuss these things:

• 2:15 – John shares his career background and what led to the book HR Like a Boss
• 6:30 – John reflects on starting his own business so that he could be present for his children's upbringing and make faith and family a priority
• 11:03 – John's journey of growing and scaling his business virtually, hiring talented staff members, investing in marketing and content creation, and striving to lead by example in balancing work life and family 
• 19:21 – How having a coach has been instrumental in helping John stay accountable and continue to improve himself personally and professionally
• 23:59 – The importance of having a clear purpose, being people-centric, having strong core values, and being transparent about your profitability in order to create a successful, balanced business culture

RESOURCES

Learn more about John: 

https://johnbernatovicz.com/

https://willory.com/

https://willory.com/podcast/

Pre-order HR Like a Boss: 

https://johnbernatovicz.com/hr-like-a-boss/

Linkedin: 

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

Email: [email protected]

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC46ekvB-U-CJDdsd7aqJMuA 

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Is personal development really the key to achieving balanced growth and helping those struggling with workaholism? It turns out that the popular Hierarchy of Needs by Abraham Maslow might not be as accurate as once believed. Today, we'll be discussing a revised version of this study that puts parenting and relationships at the pinnacle of motivation.

Don't miss out on this eye-opening episode that will challenge your perception of personal development and show you why it is NOT the end all, be all...it's just the beginning.

Join us today as we discuss these things:

• 2:41 – The Revised Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs study that puts parenting and marriage as the highest motivators in life instead of self-actualization
• 6:07 – Having support systems and family goals in place to break free from the workaholic trap
• 8:58 – Supporting your spouse + being on the same page about goals and values

RESOURCES

Email: [email protected]

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC46ekvB-U-CJDdsd7aqJMuA 

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We had the pleasure of speaking with Stephen King, CPA, for this week's podcast. Stephen has nearly four decades of experience in accounting system design, technology innovation, and management advisory services. Today, he is the founder and CEO of GrowthForce, an outsourced accounting department for service-based businesses and nonprofit firms.

Despite achieving commercial success by starting the largest outsourced accounting business in the U.S., Stephen realized that his quality of life was suffering due to excessive work and travel. His perspective on work shifted when he moved to Texas and met a CEO who taught him the importance of working to live, not living to work. Join us for an insightful conversation about scheduling time for what matters most, setting realistic expectations, avoiding workaholic tendencies, and much more.

Join us today as we discuss these things:

• 0:37 – Stephen shares the story of his upbringing, his passion for accounting at an early age, and losing balance throughout his entrepreneurial journey due to an intense work schedule
• 5:17 – The moment that changed Stephen's perspective on work-life balance and jumpstarted his passion for living a purposeful life
• 11:51 – Scheduling intentional time for mental, physical, and spiritual health + having accountability partners 
• 18:13 – The importance of realistic expectations, prioritizing personal fulfillment, and aligning your long-term vision with planning to avoid workaholic tendencies
• 22:04 – How GrowthForce helps other business owners have balance

RESOURCES

Learn more about Stephen: 

Email: [email protected]

https://www.growthforce.com/

Path to Profits podcast: https://www.growthforce.com/path-to-profit

Linkedin:

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

Twitter:

https://twitter.com/i/flow/login?redirect_after_login=%2FskingGForce

Email: [email protected]

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC46ekvB-U-CJDdsd7aqJMuA 

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Today we are joined by Ron Macklin, father, husband, and founder of Macklin Connection. Ron is the owner of multiple real estate businesses, a developer for large-scale renewable energy projects, a podcaster and soon-to-be author.

In this episode, Ron shares the story of his entrepreneurial journey, revealing the keys to his success - The Macklin Method - a strategy he developed over several years, to build meaningful connections across various backgrounds. We explore the power of word-of-mouth business growth, the challenges of rapidly changing marketing landscapes, and how to maintain balance amidst it all.

Join us today as we discuss these things:

• 1:05 – Ron discusses how Macklin Connection got started + How the Macklin Method works
• 7:45 – Why Ron made the decision to leave the corporate world in search of better balance
• 12:04 – The power of referrals and creating helpful, accessible resources for people to discover and engage with
• 17:07 – How Ron is finding solace in collaboration rather than competition in the business world

RESOURCES

Learn more about our Ron: 

https://www.macklinconnection.com/

Email: [email protected]

Story In Your Head podcast: 

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-story-in-your-head/id1557355043

Linkedin: 

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

Facebook: 

https://www.facebook.com/themacklinconnection/

Email: [email protected]

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC46ekvB-U-CJDdsd7aqJMuA 

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In this episode, we delve into the world of leadership with Sean Patton, a former US Army Ranger and Special Forces Green Beret Commander, who has transitioned his military expertise into the corporate world. Now the founder of Stronger Leaders, Stronger Profits, he shares his journey from his time at West Point to combat in Afghanistan and sheds light on how his experiences have shaped his leadership abilities and problem-solving skills.

Join us as Sean discusses the lessons he learned from his early business endeavors and emphasizes the crucial role of having the right people in the right positions and leading yourself before leading others.

Join us today as we discuss these things:

• 1:11 – Sean shares his background as a US Army Ranger and Special Forces Green Beret Commander and how he transitioned into executive coaching 
• 5:43 – The importance of having a clear vision, curating a mission and culture, and having strong processes in place when scaling a business  
• 9:40 – How growing his jujitsu business has translated into Sean helping business owners with leadership
• 16:19 – Sean talks through his book The Warrior's Mindset: The Six Keys To Greatness + The importance of self-leadership before leading others
• 21:00 – Finding balance as an entrepreneur through mindset changes, meditation, and gratitude

RESOURCES

Learn more about our Sean:

https://www.strongerleadersstrongerprofits.com/

Read The Warrior's Mindset:

https://www.amazon.com/Warriors-Mindset-Keys-Greatness/dp/B09HG54YS4

https://www.amazon.com/Warriors-Mindset-Keys-Greatness/dp/B0BRNX9N8X/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=

Linkedin:

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

Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/strongerleadersstrongerprofits/

Email: [email protected]

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC46ekvB-U-CJDdsd7aqJMuA 

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