Episode 33: Focus on sales, with Rory Vaden.
Rory Vaden: Cofounder of Southwestern Consulting\u2122, New York Times bestselling author of Take the Stairs and Procrastinate On Purpose, international speaker, and the worlds leading expert on overcoming procrastination and improving self-discipline.
\nSecret -- timesaving technique\nThe real magic comes from a significance calculation -- multiply time by thinking about significance over a period of days. ONWARD!
\nDaily habit that contributes to success\nRory believes in counting your blessings -- envisioning the future -- and making choices through the \u201cfocus-funnel.\u201d
\nCould have ruined your business -- but now -- \xa0an invaluable learning experience\nRory had to rethink the purpose of his business -- and Rory tells the whole story here.
\nMost critical skill you think business owners need to master to be successful\n\u201cA business owner has to be inspired, able to communicate their corporate vision, and remain self-disciplined.\u201d
\nMost influential lesson learned from a mentor\n\u201cYou have to think about your margins -- don\u2019t make decisions based on an inadequate technique.\u201d \xa0
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\nFinal Round -- \u201cBreaking Down the Recipe for Success\u201d\n\xa0
\nWhat systems would you go back and put into place sooner?\n\u201cI would have implemented Infusionsoft earlier -- we quadrupled once we finally implemented this system.\u201d
\nWhat one strategy or \u201crecipe\u201d would compound into big wins for business owners?\nControl -- if you can control your budget driven goals -- then measure your objectives.
\nHow to exceed expectations and add the most value?\nAn individual who truly sets out to exceed expectations in every facet of their life.
\nWhat strategy would you recommend new business owners focus on to best ensure success?\n- \n
- Focus on generating sales \n
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