Want more from life than just hustle culture? Entrepreneur in Action shatters the myth that building a business means losing yourself. Host Michael Trenz explores how top founders thrive across all 4 F's: Finance, Fitness, Family, and Fun. Candid conversations reveal how real entrepreneurs build wealth while staying healthy, nurturing relationships, and actually enjoying life. No more burnout stories. No lack of hope for a better life. Just practical strategies for balanced success from leaders who are living it. Whether you're scaling or working on your first startup, learn how to win in business without losing what matters most. (note: for previous episodes, visit our youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuudvumRyixELGSycRcAaOg)
How I Built a Multi-School Empire Through Business Acquisition | Sesealy Owens E24
Sesealy Owens shares how she and her husband built their educational empire by acquiring existing Montessori schools instead of starting from scratch. Learn how they turned a $50,000 investment into ownership of three thriving schools, using smart financing strategies including SBA loans and seller financing. Sesealy reveals the advantages of buying vs. starting businesses, how to structure acquisitions, and her servant leadership approach to running multiple locations. She also discusses balancing business partnership with marriage, implementing Montessori philosophy, and maintaining work-life harmony as a parent-entrepreneur.
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Instagram: @SesealyOwens
LinkedIn: / sesealy-owens-08a21647
19 Jan 2025
Back Pain Surgery Was the Only Option - Here's What He Did Instead | Jerry Montiel E23
Back pain affects millions of people worldwide, and many are told surgery is their only option. Fitness coach Jerry Montiel shares his personal journey of overcoming back pain and how it led him to specialize in helping others recover from back pain and similar issues. Jerry discusses the importance of mental health in pain management, the significance of movement and strength training, and the common misconceptions surrounding back pain recovery. Jerry also emphasizes the role of foot health and the benefits of barefoot shoes in improving overall mobility and reducing pain.
00:00 Introduction to Back Pain Recovery
05:30 Understanding Compressed Discs and Their Effects
11:31 Therapeutic Approaches to Pain Management
17:04 Building a Coaching Business
23:09 Empowering Others Through Personal Experience
36:31 Fast Food and Health Choices
43:21 Misconceptions About Back Pain
50:41 The Impact of Footwear on Movement
01:04:27 Personal Approach to Healing
01:09:17 Finding Your Deep-Rooted Why
01:14:30 Personal Connection to Fitness
01:20:45 Balancing Goals and Workout Duration
01:27:20 Family Goals and Parenting Aspirations
01:32:19 Finding the Right Partner
01:42:51 Navigating Emotions in Relationships
01:49:38 The Importance of Empathy and Communication
02:01:13 The Role of Therapy in Personal Development Copy
🎙️ Connect with Jerry:
Instagram: @liftingjerry
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18 Dec 2024
Beyond Meta: The Marketing Strategies That Saved My Business | Sandra Stepan E22
Digital marketing expert Sandra Stepan shares how she built Snapadvantage, a thriving marketing agency that helps companies diversify their traffic sources. Listen in as we discuss building resilience, creating authentic marketing, and balancing business success with a rich life.
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CHAPTERS:
00:00 How Meta Nearly Killed My Business
07:12 The Truth About Modern Marketing
14:35 Creating Content That Actually Converts
21:56 Why Memes Make Great Marketing
28:43 Building a Marketing Agency from Scratch
35:01 The Power of Cold Outreach
42:18 From Immigrant to Entrepreneur
48:55 Building a Home Gym & Prioritizing Health
55:32 Balancing Culture Between Two Countries
1:02:45 Creating Strong Family Bonds
1:09:33 Lightning Round: Best Life Investments
1:14:22 Growing Your Business Through Podcasting
🎙️ Connect with Sandra:
LinkedIn: Sandra Stepan
Website: SnapAdvantage.com
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10 Dec 2024
Why Young Investors Are Letting AI Manage Their $150M Portfolio | Logan Weaver E21
Logan Weaver, the 25-year-old founder of Surmount AI, reveals how his college trading strategies evolved into a $150M automated investment platform. From spotting Wall Street's blind spots to building an AI-powered solution, Logan shares the unconventional path that led to Surmount's success. Beyond the platform's innovative features and transparent pricing, he discusses how his background in poker, wrestling, and pattern recognition shaped his approach to finance.
Logan opens up about the real cost of building a startup, including his unique ways of staying focused - from eating steak every day to playing cards with his grandmother. Get an inside look at how this young founder is reimagining investment management while staying true to his methodical, disciplined approach to life and business.
00:00 Intro
01:05 Introduction to Surmount AI
04:14 The Unique Value Proposition of Surmount AI
07:07 Transparent Pricing and Fee Structure
09:39 Thematic Investing and Customization
12:32 AI-Driven Investment Management
15:07 Tax Management and Harvesting Strategies
17:44 Building Relationships with Brokers
20:15 User Experience and Accessibility
23:19 The Evolution of Surmount AI
42:38 Future of Investment Management
44:16 Understanding Customer Needs and Iteration
46:28 Vision for the Future of Surmount
49:37 Challenges Faced and Overcoming Capital Efficiency
52:38 Insights from the Techstars Experience
56:15 Learning from Other Entrepreneurs
59:29 Authenticity in Marketing and Sales
1:02:43 Maintaining Energy and Health
1:02:43 Family Values and Personal Life
1:21:47 Connecting Through Nature and Family
1:28:00 Passions and Hobbies: Poker and Wrestling
1:31:51 Investing Insights: The Intersection of Poker and Business
1:34:27 Investment Strategies: Getting Started
1:36:42 Fitness and Family Investments
1:39:19 Travel Aspirations and Personal Growth
5 Dec 2024
Homeless to Millionaire: How I Built My Digital Marketing Empire | Arias Websterberry E20
Digital Marketing mogul Arias Websterberry discusses his story of losing his father to addiction and his mother to incarceration, finding himself alone and struggling to survive. Through determination and an unexpected path into marketing, he built a digital empire that now serves hundreds of businesses. From nightclub promotions to running a successful marketing agency and companies like Launch Ignition, Arias shares his remarkable journey of breaking the family curse and his mission to help a thousand entrepreneurs achieve their dreams. He opens up about the moments that shaped him, his approach to business scaling, and his ambitious vision for creating generational impact.
28 Nov 2024
Why Founders Fear This ONE THING More Than Death | Mike Lane-Evans E19
Mike Lane Evans of Forefront Coaching discusses the biggest fear founders face, and ways to fix it. He focuses on the importance of communication in business and personal development, common challenges faced by startups and individuals, the significance of role-playing in coaching, and the value of vulnerability and failure in the learning process.
The conversation explorse various themes surrounding dog ownership, relationship dynamics, communication skills, and the importance of self-awareness and joy in life. The conversation also delves into the power of language, dancing, and the importance of celebrating wins in relationships. Mike shares personal experiences and insights on overcoming societal pressures and building confidence through self-awareness, while also providing effective networking strategies. The discussion concludes with a lightning round where Mike shares key investments for life, emphasizing the value of team dynamics and finding joy in everyday activities.
25 Nov 2024
Why Brilliant Minds Fail At Business (The Missing Step) | Vladimir Baranov E18
Vladimir Baranov, a top business coach for tech founders, shares his journey from engineering to coaching, emphasizing the importance of understanding customer needs and the role of government in the aerospace industry. He discusses the significance of customer discovery and communication skills in translating complex ideas into digestible messages for potential clients. The conversation also touches on the engagement timeline for coaching, the challenges of parenting, and maintaining physical and mental health as an entrepreneur.
Vladimir Baranov and Michael Trenz explore various themes including optimizing sleep, family dynamics, travel preferences, the value of guided tours, leisure activities, networking strategies, coaching, and the future of AI and creativity. They discuss the importance of establishing routines for better sleep, the challenges of balancing family time with personal interests, and the significance of cultural experiences during travel. The conversation also delves into the benefits of guided tours for deeper understanding, the joy of leisure activities, and effective networking at conferences, as well as the role of coaching in personal development and the evolving landscape of AI creativity.
23 Nov 2024
From Childhood Loss to Building a Million-Dollar Empire: The Power of Self-Discipline | Alan Lazaros E17
Alan Lazaros, CEO of Next Level University, shares his insights on entrepreneurship, personal development, and the importance of hard work, aligning passion with purpose. He discusses the challenges of self-discipline in a modern society that often promotes entitlement, and emphasizes the significance of humility and virtue in achieving success. Alan reflects on his own journey of overcoming adversity, the role of relationships in personal growth, and the ongoing pursuit of fitness and well-being. Alan provides practical advice on how to cultivate self-discipline and accountability, while also addressing the importance of nutrition, hydration, and exercise in maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
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