Podcasts Business Onward Nation Episode 11: How to communicate your corporate vision, with Tom Dunkel.

Episode 11: How to communicate your corporate vision, with Tom Dunkel.

Published: June 25, 2015, 8 a.m.

Tom Dunkel has 25 years of finance and real estate experience. He currently runs 4 alternative investment companies and volunteers with the Boy Scouts of America. He enjoys sports, music and spending time with his family. \xa0

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\nSecret -- timesaving technique\n

Employ traditional and simple methods. Get a journal and write down your ideas. Tom believes traditional methods compound over time and promote efficiency throughout the workday. ONWARD!

\nDaily habit that contributes to success\n

Over the last few years, Tom has made exercise and continual learning major priorities in his daily routine.

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

A trading partner stole nearly $750,000 of investor-raised capital from Tom\u2019s business -- and Tom tells the full story here.

\nMost critical skill you think business owners need to master to be successful\n

\u201cA business owner has to have the ability to communicate their vision with the utmost clarity.\u201d

\nMost influential lesson learned from a mentor\n

\u201cTake personal responsibility to become more and your success will correlate with the person you become.\u201d \xa0

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\nFinal Round -- \u201cBreaking Down the Recipe for Success\u201d\n

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\nWhat systems would you go back and put into place sooner?\n

\u201cA system versed in communicating with internal personnel and outside stakeholders.\u201d

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

Identify three vital functions to limit distractions and bolster concentration.

\nHow to exceed expectations and add the most value?\n

Clear away the clutter, limit distractions, and deliver consistently.

\nWhat strategy would you recommend new business owners focus on to best ensure success?\n
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  1. Find a mentor.
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  2. Work towards your entrepreneurial vision.
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  3. Create a life plan and build your business around it.
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