From Guatemala, JP has 7 plus years of experience hiring, training, and managing international teams. He’s the founder of METEOR, a company that helps entrepreneurs buy back time with top virtual assistants.
Top 3 Value Bombs
1. Hiring isn’t guesswork when you have clarity. Knowing exactly what role you need and how to identify the right person changes hiring from a gamble to a repeatable process.
2. Filtering is everything. You don’t need the perfect candidate. You need a structured, skills-based filter to de-risk your hiring decision.
3. Training is not telling. A new hire’s first 90 days make or break the long-term success, and real training involves immersion, repetition, and coaching.
Connect with JP on Instagram. DM 'playbook' to receive JP's Precision Talent Matching Playbook and hiring exercises - Juan Pablo Forno Instagram
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From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022. 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.
Robert Huntington is CEO of Metric Collective, a vertically integrated franchise and technology company. Before Metric he was a BCG consultant, teacher, 50M dollars P and L manager and franchise executive.
Top 3 Value Bombs
1. Once you've already proven that you can execute the model, that’s when you can start innovating the model.
2. If you have good union economics - if you have something that customers need - and the market is growing, then franchising can be a really attractive route.
3. Franchising means you’re in business for yourself - not by yourself.
Fill out the lead form and let’s chat about franchising - Metric Collective
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All investing involves the risk of loss, including loss of principal. Brokerage services for US-listed, registered securities, options and bonds in a self-directed account are offered by Public Investing, Inc., member FINRA and SIPC. Public Investing offers a High-Yield Cash Account where funds from this account are automatically deposited into partner banks where they earn interest and are eligible for FDIC insurance; Public Investing is not a bank. Cryptocurrency trading services are offered by Bakkt Crypto Solutions, LLC (NMLS ID 1890144), which is licensed to engage in virtual currency business activity by the NYSDFS. Cryptocurrency is highly speculative, involves a high degree of risk, and has the potential for loss of the entire amount of an investment. Cryptocurrency holdings are not protected by the FDIC or SIPC. Alpha is an experimental AI tool powered by GPT-4. Its output may be inaccurate and is not investment advice. Public makes no guarantees about its accuracy or reliability - verify independently before use. Rate as of 6/24/25. APY is variable and subject to change. Terms and Conditions apply.
From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022. 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.
Odell Bizzell has published 10 books, partnered with over 240 organizations, and teaches entrepreneurs how to double their income with public speaking. He has been featured in over 200 media outlets.
Top 3 Value Bombs
1. We don’t forget experiences we’ve had, especially those we’ve never had before.
2. All roads lead to public speaking. If you want to increase your revenue, then figure out a way to integrating public speaking into your efforts.
3. Companies like Apple or Disney are in the business of owning, assembling, and acquiring clients. That’s the business we need to get in. You get in that business by being really good at communicating your message publicly.
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HighLevel - The ultimate all-in-one platform for entrepreneurs, marketers, coaches, and agencies. Learn more at HighLevelFire.com.
Franocity - Franocity has helped hundreds of people leave unfulfilling jobs and invest in recession-resilient businesses through franchising. Visit Franocity.com to book a free consultation and start your franchising journey with expert guidance.
Policygenius - Secure your family’s future. Head to Policygenius.com to compare free life insurance quotes from top companies and see how much you could save.
From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022. 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.
Clay is a frequent EOFire guest, former United States Small Business Administration Entrepreneur of the Year Award Winner, author, a master of scale, and business growth coach. Stephanie is a long-time EOFire listener who Clay has helped to grow her business by 1,462 percent.
Top 3 Value Bombs
1. The quality of the team you have is the quality of the dream you get to live.
2. Act. Measure. Refine.
3. You have to simultaneously learn and apply. Be hopeful, yet realistic. Dream while measuring.
Schedule your free 13-point assessment with Clay - Thrive Time Show
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Thrivetime Show - Attend the world’s highest rated business growth workshop taught personally by Clay Clark and featuring Football Star and Entrepreneur, Tim Tebow and President Trump’s Son Eric Trump at ThrivetimeShow.com/eofire.
Vibhor Chhabra is the director of Product at Shopify, where he leads product strategy across shipping, delivery promise, and tax compliance - helping merchants ship predictably and tax correctly. During his time at Shopify he has led the global expansion of Shipping, and Tax products across North America, Europe, United Kingdom, and Australia.
Top 3 Value Bombs
1. Shipping isn’t just about buying a label, it can be your competitive edge by driving repeat purchases and delighting customers.
2. Shopify negotiates the lowest global rates on your behalf, giving entrepreneurs enterprise-level savings from day one.
3. As your business grows, Shopify grows with you by offering bulk label printing, cross-border solutions, and trusted fulfillment partners.
Check out the website to learn more about Shopify Shipping. Log in and Activate Shopify Shipping in your Shopify Admin under Settings - Shipping - Shopify Shipping
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HighLevel - The ultimate all-in-one platform for entrepreneurs, marketers, coaches, and agencies. Learn more at HighLevelFire.com.
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Rory Vaden is the New York Times bestselling author of Take the Stairs, cofounder of Brand Builders Group, an eight-figure entrepreneur, and a hall of fame speaker.
Top 3 Value Bombs
1. A personal brand is the digitization of your reputation; not logos, fonts, or color palettes.
2. Focus beats dilution: one audience, one problem, one message, one monetization, one traffic source, one trust-building asset.
3. You can earn more with fewer followers by serving a smaller audience in a deeper way using 'fractal math'.
Get Rory’s audiobook for free - Wealthy and Well Known Audiobook
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HighLevel - The ultimate all-in-one platform for entrepreneurs, marketers, coaches, and agencies. Learn more at HighLevelFire.com.
Gelt - Your year-round tax partner built for entrepreneurs, business owners, investors, and high net-worth individuals who want to keep more of what they earn. Get a personalized consultation and 10 percent off your first year when you mention Entrepreneurs on Fire. Visit JoinGelt.com/eof.
Public - Build a multi-asset portfolio of stocks, bonds, options, crypto, and more. Go to Public.com/fire to fund your account in five minutes or less.
All investing involves the risk of loss, including loss of principal. Brokerage services for US-listed, registered securities, options and bonds in a self-directed account are offered by Public Investing, Inc., member FINRA and SIPC. Public Investing offers a High-Yield Cash Account where funds from this account are automatically deposited into partner banks where they earn interest and are eligible for FDIC insurance; Public Investing is not a bank. Cryptocurrency trading services are offered by Bakkt Crypto Solutions, LLC (NMLS ID 1890144), which is licensed to engage in virtual currency business activity by the NYSDFS. Cryptocurrency is highly speculative, involves a high degree of risk, and has the potential for loss of the entire amount of an investment. Cryptocurrency holdings are not protected by the FDIC or SIPC. Alpha is an experimental AI tool powered by GPT-4. Its output may be inaccurate and is not investment advice. Public makes no guarantees about its accuracy or reliability - verify independently before use. Rate as of 6/24/25. APY is variable and subject to change. Terms and Conditions apply.
Joe Dunikoski is the founder of Verso Jobs - a gamified, data driven hiring platform and service built to make hiring human.
Top 3 Value Bombs
1. Hiring based solely on resumes is broken. It's time to evaluate the whole person, not just a piece of paper.
2. Happiness at work directly impacts productivity, retention, and even your company’s financial performance.
3. Growth mindset, fast learning, and being personable are more valuable than most hard skills.
Check out Joe’s website to hire or find mission-aligned, happy work - Verso Jobs
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Hannah Michelotti helps professionals ditch boring presentations and speak with personality, clarity, and persuasion - turning expert insights into engaging delivery that gets buy-in, builds credibility, and boosts careers.
Top 3 Value Bombs
1. The number 1 skill entrepreneurs need isn’t public speaking but telling real, specific, personal stories that connect.
2. Discipline only works if it works for you. True success comes from discernment, not from copying someone else’s habits.
3. Stories build trust, create rapport, and transport your audience. They’re 22 times more memorable than facts or stats.
Check out Hannah’s website and download her free storytelling guide to help you identify and connect your personal stories to your professional messaging - Hannah Michelotti Website
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HighLevel - The ultimate all-in-one platform for entrepreneurs, marketers, coaches, and agencies. Learn more at HighLevelFire.com.
NetSuite - NetSuite, by Oracle, is your AI powered business management suite, trusted by over 42,000 businesses. Download the free e-book, Navigating Global Trade - 3 Insights for Leaders, at NetSuite.com/fire.
Ziprecruiter - Use ZipRecruiter, and save time hiring. 4 out of 5 employers who post on ZipRecruiter get a quality candidate within the first day. And if you go to ZipRecruiter.com/fire right now, you can try it for free.
From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022. 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.
John Worthington is the founder and CEO of Sircles App, the social recommendations app designed to take out Yelp.
Top 3 Value Bombs
1. You do not have to force yourself to wake up early if you are not a morning person. You can have great success getting up when you feel like your clock is ready.
2. By gamification, you create progression.
3. Having a good product, telling your story the right way, and solving a problem for your consumers will give you a good chance of raising funds to get you started.
Caring is Sharing! Sircles provides a fun and intuitive way to find the entertainment and places your friends love - Sircles Website
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HighLevel - The ultimate all-in-one platform for entrepreneurs, marketers, coaches, and agencies. Learn more at HighLevelFire.com.
Public - Build a multi-asset portfolio of stocks, bonds, options, crypto, and more. Go to Public.com/fire to fund your account in five minutes or less.
All investing involves the risk of loss, including loss of principal. Brokerage services for US-listed, registered securities, options and bonds in a self-directed account are offered by Public Investing, Inc., member FINRA and SIPC. Public Investing offers a High-Yield Cash Account where funds from this account are automatically deposited into partner banks where they earn interest and are eligible for FDIC insurance; Public Investing is not a bank. Cryptocurrency trading services are offered by Bakkt Crypto Solutions, LLC (NMLS ID 1890144), which is licensed to engage in virtual currency business activity by the NYSDFS. Cryptocurrency is highly speculative, involves a high degree of risk, and has the potential for loss of the entire amount of an investment. Cryptocurrency holdings are not protected by the FDIC or SIPC. Alpha is an experimental AI tool powered by GPT-4. Its output may be inaccurate and is not investment advice. Public makes no guarantees about its accuracy or reliability - verify independently before use. Rate as of 6/24/25. APY is variable and subject to change. Terms and Conditions apply.
From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022. 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.
Lauren and Dr. Geoffrey Trenkle founded Total Testing Solutions and Total Health, which provide equitable access to comprehensive testing for all, through the pandemic and beyond.
Top3 Value Bombs
1. We have to be able to adapt. Every time we see a challenge, we look at it as an opportunity.
2. Virtual proctoring seems to be the easiest way to get people results without leaving their home.
3. We're expanding what we can offer for people - not just the type of health care, but the amount of help we can give to people. The longer medicines stay antiquated, the more we will stay in the past instead of moving into the future.
Visit their e-commerce store and use the promo code FIRE for free shipping on all orders - TTS Total Testing Solutions
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Franocity - Franocity has helped hundreds of people leave unfulfilling jobs and invest in recession-resilient businesses through franchising. Visit Franocity.com to book a free consultation and start your franchising journey with expert guidance.