Wantrepreneur to Entrepreneur | Start and Grow Your Own Business

481: The money is in the...

08 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

There's ONE sales activity that will give you more bang for your buck than any other, so in today's episode we're going to talk about t...

480: HOW and WHY you keep getting thrown off your path

06 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode we'll discuss a simple concept from the late Kobe Bryant about how to stick to the path that you've committed to... ...

479: Growing and evolving as a person, leader, and entrepreneur w/ Melissa Rodriguez

03 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Melissa Rodriguez is the founder of Social Media Relations, a highly diverse performance-driven digital marketing agency based in Los Angeles, Califor...

478: This mistake is KILLING your marketing (and wasting your time!)

01 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The actions you invest your time and energy into are only one half of an effective marketing strategy. In today's episode we're going to tal...

477: Why we MUST go through hardships along the way

30 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On Memorial Day we're reminded that "freedom isn't free," which for us as entrepreneurs also serves as a reminder that there are h...

476: From ZERO to MILLIONS without ANY fancy tactics w/ Travis Rosser

27 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Travis Rosser is an entrepreneur, speaker, and author with decades of experience in the software industry. In 2010, he co-founded Kajabi, a knowledge ...

475: Do NOT make the biggest mistake I've ever made :(

25 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode we're going to talk about what you MUST do any time you get new customers or clients... because doing the OPPOSITE of thi...

474: How you MUST treat yourself for a better LIFE and BUSINESS!

23 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode we'll discuss one of Jordan B Peterson's 12 Rules For Life, where he says that we must "treat yourself like som...

473: SURVIVING (and then thriving!) with Matt Ode

20 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

At the age of 24 Matt Ode was diagnosed with Stage 3C Testicular Cancer. By the age of 25 he was in a 2 week non-induced coma, where he faced multiple...

472: The SMARTEST Tesla strategy that you can steal!

18 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode we'll talk about a very smart and intentional strategy that Tesla used to gain resources, reputation, experience, and an ...

471: What it REALLY takes to succeed.

16 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode you'll hear an incredible piece of life advice from Nick Saban, one of the best college football coaches, on what it take...

470: The most DANGEROUS type of optimism!

25 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The first emotion we experience in any NEW journey is uninformed optimism, and in today's episode we talk about the GOOD aspects of that emotion,...

469: What a homeless guy taught me about success...

15 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode we'll back wayyyy up and ask ourselves the important question: how do we define success? This episode aims to help you re...

468: The BEST way to identify the PERFECT lead magnet

13 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Choosing the right lead magnet is a VERY important aspect of your marketing as it's the front-end of your lead generation efforts, which kicks of...

467: The RIGHT way to "fake it until you make it"...

11 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode we'll talk about revealing your inner identity to others' and how that shapes the way that you're perceived –...

466: You MUST adopt this rule to make ANY strategy work!

08 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode I share with you what I call the "50 Rep Rule," which is the key to making ANY and EVERY strategy work!

465: STOP guessing and START modeling!

06 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode we'll talk about how success leaves clues, and why that means you should NOT be guessing when it comes to your marketing,...

464: Seasons of SILENCE! (This is a good thing...)

04 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode we'll talk about the benefit of operating in silence while you DO THE WORK that will give you many things worth celebrati...

463: How getting things "DONE" is hurting you!

28 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode we'll talk about the importance of iterative processes and persistence when it comes to your business's growth. It&a...

462: Turning your BREAKDOWNS into BREAKTHROUGHS w/ Lauren Friedwald

28 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Lauren Friedwald is a breathwork facilitator and Psych-K facilitator who has transformed her life through a journey of healing and self-discovery afte...

461: Your website NEEDS to do these three things!

26 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Entrepreneurs are missing a HUGE opportunity to have their website work for them, so in today's episode we'll reshape the way you view your ...

460: Are you DECIDING or SLIDING?

24 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode we'll talk about the importance of DECISION POINTS when it comes to moving forward in your business in an intentional way...

459: Ending entrepreneurial FRUSTRATION w/ Marc Zimmermann, Co-Founder of EFFEKT

21 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode you'll hear from EFFEKT co-founder Marc Zimmermann on how reshaping his mindset and attitude has enabled him to grow as a...

458: The MISSING INGREDIENT in your sales and marketing!

19 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode we'll talk about the simple yet powerful strategy that ALL engaging and persuasive speakers, leaders, and salespeople use...

457: MLK's words of wisdom for entrepreneurs

17 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On the day that we celebrate and remember the birthday of the late, great Martin Luther King Jr, we discuss ten of his most relevant quotes for us as ...

456: Let's talk about LIFE! (This is more important than business)

14 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode we're talking about the journey of LIFE and how our entrepreneurial pursuits are just one component of that life journey....

455: Use this simple strategy to put together an INCREDIBLE offer!

12 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Whether you're just starting out OR you're a seasoned veteran, BUNDLING is a simple strategy to reach more people, put together an IRRESISTI...

454: If you play the wrong game you WILL LOSE! (And I don't want you to lose!)

10 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode we'll talk about the importance of playing an INFINITE game rather than a FINITE game when it comes to your entrepreneuri...

453: My ONE WORD for 2022!

07 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's a new year... giving you a fresh chance to set the tone for the coming 12 months! In today's episode I share with you my one word for 2...

452: Your marketing MUST do THIS!

05 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode we'll discuss the marketing phrase coined by Robert Collier when he said "Always enter the conversation already taki...

451: I lost EVERYTHING on January 1st...

03 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode we'll talk about the work that needs to be done this year and the importance of committing to your goals not just today b...

450: You've changed. Here's why that's a GREAT thing!

22 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode I'm going to share a personal story with you about my first trip back to Los Angeles, my realization that I've chang...

449: EVERYTHING in your life...

25 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode we'll talk about how EVERYTHING in your life is either a positive or a negative... there is no neutral! This episode come...

448: How to become LUCKIER!

01 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

You've probably heard the phrase that "you create your own luck," but today we're going to dive deeper into the topic of luck and ...

447: If nothing changes...

20 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode you'll get VERY simple but VERY important advice that will decide the direction that the rest of your year takes. Ignore ...

446: LLCs for entrepreneurs and other legal considerations w/ Wesley Henderson

17 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wondered if, when, and why you should incorporate your business? Ever had other legal-related questions as an entrepreneur? In today's episo...

445: The LYNCHPINS of entrepreneurial growth

15 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode you'll hear a conversation I had with Rachel Gogos, the CEO and founder of brandiD, about the lynchpins of true entrepren...

444: Why I love entrepreneurship (especially through rough times!)

13 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode I'll share why I've been missing lately, and you'll get the chance to hear a real life conversation that I reco...

443: Being location-independent and uncovering (and implementing) success strategies w/ Mitko Karshovski

20 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Mitko Karshovski has living as a digital nomad for 5+ years and has spent a majority of that time growing an agency from a small team of 6 to over 25 ...

442: How to get MORE done with a VA (for $9/mo!)

18 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ever heard entrepreneurs and CEOs talk about getting more done with the use of virtual assistants? Have you ever wondered the logistics of having a VA...

441: Money seeds? Yep! This sounds weird but is true...

16 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode we'll talk about the concept of planting "money seeds" through giving service and value. This concept comes fro...

440: PROCRASTINATION! w/ Eric Twiggs

23 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Eric M. Twiggs is the author of The Discipline of Now: 12 Practical Principles to Overcome Procrastination. Eric is also the host of a weekly inspirat...

439: The THREE types of traffic (this is important!)

21 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode we'll talk about diversifying your traffic by leveraging the three types of traffic: traffic you influence, rent, and own...

438: Don't do it in silence!

19 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode we'll talk about the importance of sharing your wins, no matter how big or how small they are!

437: Bootstrapping SIX and SEVEN figure businesses from scratch w/ Ray Blakney

16 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ray Blakney is an award-winning Filipino-American entrepreneur who grew up in Turkey but now lives in Mexico. His businesses include Live Lingua (one ...

436: My favorite FREE traffic source!

14 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode we'll talk about an amazing (and FREE) traffic source that utilizes much bigger established audiences for you to get in f...

435: You're doing it ALL WRONG if this is you!

12 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode we'll talk about the ONE BIGGEST MISTAKE that newer entrepreneurs make, and how that mistake lets them off the hook too e...

434: If there's ONE thing you buy...

16 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

65 top digital marketing experts from around the world have come together to give you a “stack” of their best trainings and courses worth $12,684 ...

433: Doing over $10m with... lawncare!? w/ Bryan Clayton

11 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Bryan Clayton is CEO and cofounder of GreenPal, an online marketplace that connects homeowners with local lawn care professionals. GreenPal has been...

432: Things aren't so permanent! (So take the pressure off!)

07 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode we'll address the fact that most things aren't permanent... and discuss how that should take the pressure off of you...

431: Doing $100m+ by doing the right thing in business w/ Jeff Morrill

28 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Morrill co-founded Planet Subaru, “your undealership,” in 1998, and built it into one of the most successful privately-held car dealerships i...

430: I'M ANGRY. This will cost you your dreams... (serious episode)

26 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode is impassioned and direct, and it has to do with a GIANT mistake that will cost you your dreams.

429: What if you didn't need ANYTHING?

24 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode I'll ask you to flip the script on one of the biggest excuses that wantrepreneurs and entrepreneurs have.

428: Get outside the box! (Here's a challenge for you...)

21 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Being able to THINK and COMMUNICATE outside the box and making connections that other people may not see or recognize means that you'll be able t...

427: Your business will either die or THRIVE based on THIS! (Most important strategy in 2021!)

19 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The lifeblood of your business is relationships... relationships with potential sales prospects, relationships with people in your industry and networ...

426: Get more people to want to work with you!

17 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Want to become more likable so that more people want to help you and work with you? In today's episode you'll hear about a simple mindset sh...

425: If I had to make $10K FAST, I'd do this...

14 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode I'll share with you the ONE simple strategy I'd use to generate a quick $10K in revenue if I needed to start from sc...

424: INSTANTLY become better at marketing and sales with THIS!

12 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Great marketing means entering the conversation that's already happening in your prospects' heads, and in today's episode I'll sha...

423: This gets me EVERY TIME!

10 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Not feeling inspired or motivated? Want to INSTANTLY get fired up to dream bigger and do bigger? In today's episode I'll share with you one ...

422: What if it wasn't so complicated?

07 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode I just want to talk to YOU! We're going to talk about accepting the fact that what if business in fact is just simple, an...

421: Make money by helping people for FREE!

05 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode you'll learn an extremely simple and effective strategy to getting paid to help people for FREE! You can use this strateg...

420: The path of least resistance is a TRAP!

03 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode we'll talk about the path of least resistance and how it shows that you're avoiding the important stuff when it come...

419: Growing (and hiring) from solopreneur to multi-six figure nutrition empire w/ Kate Lyman

16 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode you'll hear the real and inspiring story behind how Kate Lyman went from solopreneur to now running a team of five nutrit...

418: Ways to monetize a podcast without ANY advertising

14 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Wondering if you should start a podcast? Or do you already have a podcast and you want to know how to monetize it? In today's episode you'll...

417: Help more people! (Especially if you're stuck)

12 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode we'll talk about a very simple but VERY effective mindset and attitude to adopt any time you feel stuck and any time you ...

416: What it ACTUALLY means to do your best

02 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode we'll steal some insights from Tom Brady about doing YOUR best, as well as some words of wisdom from The Four Agreements ...

415: You MUST understand these three phases of play!

31 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Feel like you're not moving forward in growing your business? In today's episode we'll talk about the three phases of play of building ...

414: Your life TODAY is the result of THIS!

29 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's easy to look at your life today and want to be further ahead, but in today's episode we'll directly talk about your timeline and h...

413: A behind-the-scenes exclusive conversation with a 7-figure branding expert

26 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wondered what the difference is between industry leaders and entrepreneurs who are just ignored and forgotten about? In today's episode you&...

412: This marketing funnel is CRAZY!

24 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode you'll learn about my second most profitable marketing funnel ever, how it works, and why it works... as well as some ide...

411: Are you in the effort business?

22 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode we'll ask an important question about if you're in the EFFORTS business or the business of actually making money.

410: My most profitable funnel EVER!

17 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode you're going to hear about the ONE marketing funnel that has generated more revenue and customers and clients for my busi...

409: You can have THIS or THAT in the next 30 days!

15 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Over the next 30 days, you can EITHER have results... or excuses as to why you didn't get results. In today's episode we talk about the impo...

408: FALSE STARTS

05 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode we're going to talk about false starts in your entrepreneurial journey, and how they can serve you by getting you back on...

407: Close more sales the EASY way by doing this starting TODAY!

03 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The only person who is better than YOU are at selling your products or services is... your customers! In today's episode we'll talk about th...

406: Are you celebrating your wins?

01 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Studies have shown that the quality of our lives and our happiness depends not on how many people we have to call when things go wrong, but instead ho...

405: The 10 worst pieces of advice I've received...

26 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode I'll share ten of the worst pieces of business advice I've ever received, and why it's not true.

404: Ignore this competitor at your peril!

24 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Think that you need to convince your prospect on why your product or service is better than your competition? Think again! In today's episode we ...

403: Don't let past NEGATIVE experiences ruin future ones!

22 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Momentum can work in your favor OR against you... and in today's episode we'll talk about how to forget about past negative experiences and ...

402: Your friends DON'T understand you! Here's why...

19 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Do you feel like your friends don't understand what you're trying to do as an entrepreneur? Chances are... you're right! In today'...

401: Are you doing these two things? (MUST DO FOR ENTREPRENEURS!)

17 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode we'll talk about the VERY simple strategy behind turning your email list into revenue. If you're not doing these two...

400: ALL happy people have this trait... use it as an entrepreneur!

15 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to fostering deep and successful relationships, there's one trait that ALWAYS benefits all parties involved: giving the other perso...

399: How to use a BOOK to grow your business w/ Laura Gale

12 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Laura Gale has been in the publishing industry for more than a decade, and has worked on bestsellers such as the Twilight series and the personal memo...

398: Always know EVERYTHING about your industry with this crazy simple FREE tool!

10 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Success leaves clues, and in today's episode you're going to learn about a crazy simple and FREE tool that will reveal ALL the clues of your...

397: Lessons from being an Eagle Scout w/ Joe Pollhein Sr. & Joe Pollhein Jr.

08 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode you'll hear from the father-son duo of published authors, Joseph Pollhein Sr. and Joseph Pollhein Jr., as they share less...

396: YOUR health and fitness w/ Coach Marc Zimmermann

05 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Marc Zimmermann is the creator of Ripped30, one of the fastest-growing online fitness programs, and in today's episode he shares some simple ways...

395: Interest- vs. intent-based marketing

03 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

There are two VERY different forms of marketing at your disposal as an entrepreneur: intent-based marketing and interest-based marketing. In today&apo...

394: The GameStop advantage for entrepreneurs!

01 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

If there's one thing we're learning from the GameStop saga, it's that everyday people can have strength in numbers. In today's epi...

393: How Marc Zimmermann co-founded one of the fastest growing online fitness companies!

29 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode you'll hear how Marc Zimmermann went from being a professional soccer player in Germany to a personal trainer and now is ...

392: The answer (probably) ISN'T marketing!

27 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Every time you login to social media and see an ad, it's probably a marketer telling you a new solution to your marketing troubles. In today&apos...

391: The GOOD (and bad) thing about comparing yourself to others!

25 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode we'll talk about the good and bad sides of comparing yourself with others, and we'll put it into the context of YOUR...

390: How to become (micro) famous to the RIGHT people and become in demand w/ Matt Johnson

22 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered if you have to be like GaryVee and be hustling and marketing around the clock on every social media platform? In today's ...

389: Get the low hanging fruit to succeed FASTER!

20 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In today's topic we'll talk about making marketing and sales harder than it should be... and acknowledge the low-hanging fruit that will mak...

388: You MUST develop this habit to be more successful (and happier!)

18 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

As entrepreneurs (and people), we're often our own harshest critics... but in today's episode we'll examine that habit and talk about a...

387: How a married couple with two kids are growing a physical products biz w/ Guven & Allie Arpaci

15 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Guven and Allie Arpaci are the founders of Together Textiles, a Turkish textile company selling Turkish towels and more across the United States and ...

386: This strategy ALWAYS works!

13 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The worst response to any marketing you can do is silence... and in today's episode we'll talk about how to get your audience to start engag...

385: Do THIS this year, and good things will happen!

11 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

If you do something good for yourself or your business today, chances are you won't see results tomorrow. That's why in today's episode...

384: My ONE WORD for 2021!

08 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's a new year... giving you a fresh chance to set the tone for the coming 12 months! In today's episode I share with you my one word for 2...

383: DON'T focus on your goals this year!

06 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's easy to "commit" to your goals... but it's much harder to commit to ACTIONS. In today's episode we'll talk about h...

382: You and I need to talk...

02 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode we're having an important check-in about YOUR progress over the past six, 12, or 18 months. I invite you to email me at h...