Podcasts Business Onward Nation Episode 10: How to overcome hardship by identifying three income-producing activities, with Phil Unger.

Episode 10: How to overcome hardship by identifying three income-producing activities, with Phil Unger.

Published: June 24, 2015, 8 a.m.

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Entrepreneur, Hyper Networker, and Success guru. I am known for the companies and groups I have started, the thought leadership in Enterprise Architecture, and my community contribution and support.

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Secret -- timesaving technique

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Focus on your top three income-producing activities. Focusing on your top three income-producing activities will help your team stay on track and the revenue should follow. ONWARD!

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Daily habit that contributes to success

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Phil follows a personal fitness routine to bolster his energy levels. Phil credits the routine for his energy throughout the workday.

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Could have ruined your business -- but now -- \\xa0an invaluable learning experience

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One of Phil\\u2019s largest clients sent a letter notifying the company that there was a breach of contract -- and Phil tells the whole story here.

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Most critical skill you think business owners need to master to be successful

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\\u201cA business owner needs to be determined and have the ability to persevere through hardship.\\u201d

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Most influential lesson learned from a mentor

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\\u201cDone is better than perfect. The creative process is dynamic, but you have to get the job done.\\u201d \\xa0

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Final Round -- \\u201cBreaking Down the Recipe for Success\\u201d

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What systems would you go back and put into place sooner?

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\\u201cI would go back and look at systems versed in planning with an emphasis on life planning.\\u201d

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What one strategy or \\u201crecipe\\u201d would compound into big wins for business owners?

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Everyone within the organization has to understand what needs to be done to bring income into the company.

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How to exceed expectations and add the most value?

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You have to be committed to customer service and creating meaningful relationships.

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What strategy would you recommend new business owners focus on to best ensure success?

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  1. Find a mentor.
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  2. Be comfortable with change.
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  3. Reflect daily regarding the state of your business.
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