From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2020. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant.
Chris Guillebeau is an author, lifelong entrepreneur, and EOFire fan. He has visited every country in the world and hopes to become a thought leader in the online cat video space.
Top 3 Value Bombs:
1. Having a "good enough" job is risky because you tend to be satisfied with what you have.
2. Sometimes when you start something it leads you to the next thing; so if you never start, then you will never get there.
3. Self-reliance is important. Take opportunities in times of uncertainty.
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Dim Niko is the founder of 3Commerce, a software and tokenized ecosystem that helps eCommerce brands integrate the Blockchain and Web3.0 into their business model, to drive sales.
Top 3 Value Bombs:
1. It's coming slowly, but when it does come, it will come suddenly. So there's technology like we said has not been adopted yet, but when it does, it's going to be adopted very quickly.
2. There are two main types of tokens when it comes to cryptocurrency. There are fungible tokens, which is like Bitcoin. Non-fungible tokens mean there it's a token still on the blockchain, but they're unique and irreplaceable, in a sense.
3. The main thing to understand when it comes to mass adoption, particularly of blockchain and cryptocurrency, is the fact that we're going to use a lot of this technology without necessarily knowing that we're using the technology and how it works.
Transforming Online Shopping with the Blockchain - 3 Commerce Protocol
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Sondre Rasch is a co-founder & CEO of SafetyWing and host of the Building Remotely podcast. SafetyWing is a fully remote team building a global social safety net. Their mission is to create a country on the internet, removing the barrier of geographical borders to create equal opportunities and freedom for everyone.
Top 3 Value Bombs:
1. You will succeed by being creative and coming up with ideas to solve problems.
2. Digital nomadism and location-independent are about working online and living wherever you want to.
3. In the future, anything that can be remote will be remote. The global market offers many opportunities, and you can use it to build products and make a profit.
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Award-winning entrepreneur Amy delivers a practical, proven plan that's helped thousands of women design their destinies. She has built a life she doesn't need a vacation from and is on a mission to help millions of others do the same. Her book, Two Weeks Notice, is available wherever books are sold today!
Top 3 Value Bombs:
1. You do not need everybody to believe what you are doing to succeed.
2. Un-bossing is about owning your destiny.
3. Think about your sweet spot.
Find the courage to quit your job, make more money, work where you want, and change the world! - Two Weeks Notice Book Website
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Over 15 years of marketing industry experience, Chans Weber turned his 483 credit score into a digital marketing agency, Agile & Co., that's closing in on 8 figures in annual revenue.
Top 3 Value Bombs:
1. You could be successful even without a college degree.
2. All sales come from a relationship; that is how business is done.
3. Entrepreneurship can be challenging but do not quit; instead, find a way to understand that on the other side of every hardship is something unique.
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From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2020. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant.
Greg O'Brien is a CPA and Certified Tax Coach specializing in work with tech focused entrepreneurs and business owners to improve cash flow through tax reduction.
Top 3 Value Bombs:
1. The Tax Code is a book of wealth, and it is designed for entrepreneurs, business owners, and real estate investors.
2. Advanced tax planning is crucial.
3. Ask your tax advisers to get you the biggest savings. Find an expert who knows the tax codes and then use it to your advantage.
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From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2020. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant.
Age 23, Kevin Zhang is the CEO of Kreator eCommerce. Kevin achieved acclaim in the world of eCommerce and digital strategy for generating $20M in his first year as an entrepreneur.
Top 3 Value Bombs:
1. Drop shipping is a business model you can leverage; bootstrap, test your concept, and scale before investment.
2. eCommerce is more accessible nowadays than ever.
3. You can build a business that not only pays the bills, but a business that can give you the lifestyle you've always wanted
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Every month we put together an income report to share a behind-the-scenes look at the ups and downs of running a 7-figure business. In full transparency, it’s not easy – but it IS possible. Through hearing about our mistakes, lessons learned, and our wins, we hope to inspire and motivate you to take action in your business with just one step forward every single day. For our full income report, visit EOFire.com/income113, and IGNITE!
January 2023 Income At-A-Glance
Gross Income for January: $171,158
Total Expenses for January: $16,467
Total Net Profit for January: $154,691
Difference b/t January & December: +$21,785
% of net profit to overall gross revenue: 90%
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Xan Myburgh is a serial entrepreneur coming from a family of entrepreneurs. He successfully launched Cash Flow Capital in South Africa before launching Back Business Funding in Austin, Texas in 2018.
Top 3 Value Bombs:
1. You need a good product or a service that can solve a problem.
2. Find ways how you can become profitable as quickly as possible.
3. There is a lot of pressure when your business moves through uncertainties. Enjoy the process; it will help you get your desired fulfillment and success.
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Jadah Sellner is a bestselling author, business coach, and TEDx speaker. She's the author of SHE BUILDS: The Anti-Hustle Guide to Grow Your Business and Nourish Your Life.
Top 3 Value Bombs:
1. Everyone has unique processes for creating and getting things to the finish line.
2. If you want to build a sustainable business, it should not compromise your health and relationships in the process.
3. Be clear on what is enough number for you. Allowing that number to define yourself will enable you to make time for self-care and have the support you need.
Visit the website and order your copy - SheBuilds Website
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