The stories we tell ourselves shape our businesses—but how much of it is true? External validation, from market response to honest feedback, is key.

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Dan breaks down five key mindset shifts for business owners in the thick of the growth grind. Inspired by Alex Hormozi’s tweet on sacrifice, he explores what it really takes to succeed—reflecting on courage, relationships, and balance—with actionable takeaways to stay productive and happy.

Book referenced in the episode is The Power to be Disliked.

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Why do so many founders feel sad, lost, and even depressed when they come into life-changing money from exiting their business?

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Dan discusses the shift in SEO and the decline of content sites, emphasizing the need for B2B niche content. He introduces the concept of the 'influence equation' and stresses the importance of creating engaging, long-form content to capture the audience's attention.

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One of the first questions Dan asks in his coaching sessions with 6 & 7-figure entrepreneurs is: would you re-hire your team today? Your team is likely your largest expense, so it’s critical that you know exactly how they’re driving revenue every step of the way. Dan goes through 10 questions that will help you make hard decisions with confidence and clarity.

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Dan and Ian reflect on their personal and business highlights from 2024, discussing parenting, travel, finance, making hard decisions in business and gaining clarity. They also dive into the systems and frameworks that have driven meaningful progress for them and their coaching clients over the past year.

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A personal brand is all about perception—everyone has one, whether you like it or not. So why not take control and shape it to your advantage?

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Shane Hummus reveals his proven strategy for turning YouTube into a reliable source of new clients and millions in revenue, showing how entrepreneurs can succeed even with modest view counts.

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Dan and lan break down 10 essential questions to help you reflect on the year, align your priorities, and set your business up for success-no new books or business coaches required (yet).

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Dan welcomes back Jay Clouse, founder of Creator Science, for his third appearance on the podcast. Jay has grown Creator Science into a thriving media company, including a YouTube channel with over 100,000 subscribers. In this episode, they discuss recurring vs. one-time products, effective marketing funnels, channel viability, and the difference between discovery and nurture content. Jay’s transparent approach to building his business is truly inspiring. Catch the second part of this conversation on the Creator Science podcast.

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