Episode 302: Get on the right side of complexity, with John Bowen.
John Bowen is co-founder of AESNation.com, a rapidly growing community of entrepreneurs dedicated to accelerating their success while making a difference in the world. Three days a week, he hosts the \u201cAccelerating Entrepreneurial Success\u201d podcast featuring revealing, in-depth interviews with today\u2019s leading entrepreneurs. A lifelong entrepreneur himself, John is also founder and CEO of Financial Advisor Select, an organization dedicated to helping successful individuals and families make informed decisions by introducing them to top vetted financial advisors in their communities. He is also founder and CEO of CEG Worldwide, where he has helped hundreds of financial advisors build simple and elegant wealth management businesses that make them indispensable to the right affluent clients while improving their profitability and enhancing their lives.
Secret \u2013 timesaving techniqueJohn uses Smartsheet -- you've got to be organized. ONWARD!
Daily habit that contributes to successHave a plan -- John has two 90-minute sessions where he does specific tasks -- and those 90-minute sessions are set in stone.
Could have ruined your business \u2013 but now \u2013 an invaluable learning experienceJohn built an office building -- the stock market took a major downturn -- and John tells the whole story here.
Most critical skill you think business owners need to master to be successful"We all need to master marketing -- but we need to nail down that world-class experience first."
Most influential lesson learned from a mentor"It's cheaper to hire the most expensive person." \xa0
Final Round \u2013 \u201cBreaking Down the Recipe for Success\u201d What systems would you go back and put into place sooner?I would have used technology much more efficiently.
What one strategy or \u201crecipe\u201d would compound into big wins for business owners?Deliver a world-class client experience and really focus on the first 100 days.
What strategy would you recommend new business owners focus on to best ensure success?- Focus on the client experience
- Pay yourself first
- Website: www.aesnation.com