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4 ways to keep your business sustainable with the right merchant account:

1. Get a sustainable merchant account:
The last thing you want is for your payment system to close you out without and notice or recourse. You want to be sure to find a merchant account where you will not have to worry about waking up one day with your funds frozen. There are providers in the industry that maintain good relations with their bank partners so they are easily able to facilitate transaction issues if they occur.

2. Have a chargeback advocate:
In business having absolutely 0 chargebacks is not the norm. Regardless of the reason you want to have a provider that will help you deal with these claims and win them for you. This helps you maximize your sales revenue to make your business more sustainable.

3. Get an integrated payment solution:
Partner with a provider that will offer a variety of payment options to best suit your customers needs. Giving customers payment options convenient for them makes them loyal customers to your business.

4. Ability to manage your transactions:
Be sure you have control of transactions where you can manage concerning transactions such as disputes and fraudulent occurrences.

What would you do if you no longer under estimated yourself?

What would it be like it you truly honored yourself?

Will you operate like the end is secure?

If you were gone for an extended period of time would your clients miss you? If the answer is no then face it, you are easily replaceable. When we do business with a company or a prospect finally becomes a client something finally occurs; a relationship is made. Look at your significant other, or your marriage for example. You got involved in that relationship knowing there will be the good and the bad. Same circumstances comes with client relationships. Communication, ability to listen, accessibility, determining wants and needs and then fulfilling on that need are what make clients “fall in love”.

Yet, how many of us honestly do that?  Online marketers that I have worked with over the years are notorious for setting up an automated system that removes them from having to communicate with their clients outside of an FB group. It’s all really quick easy money with little attention to an actual solution.  We know that one person can not communicate with everyone, yet there are systems that can be set up to ensure that what they can NOT do for the client will still be taken care of.

Now, if  we went away, for even a week, would they even notice?  How much are we really there for our clients?  Do we take their emails, calls or even follow up to ensure they are being taken care of? Do we even contact them enough for them to miss us?  Maybe you can’t contact them personally, yet is there a system in place to make this happen for you?

Reflect on these questions are we head into 2021 and make it a top priority to change this human element that many businesses have lost during this amazing time of technological advances.

Right now you may be starting out in sales or just starting your business. To this I say one thing. No matter where the road takes you, be you the whole way. When you are in the trenches and looking to expand your client base it is very easy to get caught up in looking for the quickest path.

For example, a client asks if you are able to achieve this need, and without hesitation you reply “of course”, knowing full well that you are not going to be able to make it work. Right there you shot yourself in the foot for any future business. And on top of that word of mouth spreads more now than ever. The ripple effect is real. As much as you think about the money, you must tell yourself that reputation trumps all.

A quick sale is cool. Yet a lifelong customer is everything.

As you round out 2020 I ask that you do this exercise. It is rare that we actually reflect in an objective.

It is okay to celebrate. It is okay to embrace the wins of the year. 

These "small" parts have all added up to the whole. 

You have permission to be proud of yourself. Amongst all else that went on this year do not forget the power you held in your victorious moments.

Look deep within. Trust me, they are there.

Resources:

John Marrone is the founder of John Marrone Growth Expert. He is a transformational coach and speaker who provides actionable tools and strategies to high performers in order to ensure they reach their goals in all areas of life.

Aaron Golub became the first legally blind student-athlete to play in an NCAA football game against UCF (10/3). It has been a privilege to develop a relationship with him over the past 3 months. In todays discussion he shares with us his area of concentration during his speaking engagements throughout the county.

He focuses on the 3 Ps. Plan | Passion | Perseverance. 

The limitations that Aaron has been able to use as his strengths should be a key indicator that we all have something inside of us that we can tap into to further where we are in life. 

For more information from Aaron be sure to reach out to him on the following platforms:

Professor Doughboy passes it off to Professor Bobby Gates. Each Thursday we have our finance professor come on with a short tip that you entrepreneurs and business professionals can utilize for your life and business. Bobby is the CEO of Gates Financial, where he has been able to take his 5 years of experience with wealth management, insurance, and investing to deliver nothing but exceptional results for his clients. Bobby is a true master of his craft and has dedicated the hours to the subject. For the best tips stay tune each Thursday.

I highly suggest connecting with him on Instagram as well, especially if you are in the industry. Learn how he has taken his company from $2,000 a month to now hitting $100k monthly in just shy of a years time.

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Today we are joined by Patrick DeNicola. Patrick has spent the past several years mastering the craft of all things sleep. He has become a sleep efficiency specialist And is looking to continue to touch the lives of other business men and women in order to maintain their high levels of performance. He is just starting to scratch the surface here.

For more information follow the link below and be sure to catch Patrick on the major social platforms.

Justin Aldridge is a highly sought after Life and Personal Success Coach, who has impacted thousands of lives through his coaching, speaking, and writing. Growing up in a poor family and dealing with severe anxiety and depression, he made it his mission to get his life in order so that he could then help others do the exact same thing.  He is particularly passionate about helping people find more purpose, passion, and profit in their careers, due to the past dark state he once was in. 

To join the thousands of people who are part of the UNCOMMON Life movement check out www.justinaldridge.me.

Also find Justin on the following platforms:

Professor Doughboy passes it off to Professor Bobby Gates. Each Thursday we have our finance professor come on with a short tip that you entrepreneurs and business professionals can utilize for your life and business. Bobby is the CEO of Gates Financial, where he has been able to take his 5 years of experience with wealth management, insurance, and investing to deliver nothing but exceptional results for his clients. Bobby is a true master of his craft and has dedicated the hours to the subject. For the best tips stay tune each Thursday. 

I highly suggest connecting with him on Instagram as well, especially if you are in the industry. Learn how he has taken his company from $2,000 a month to now hitting $100k monthly in just shy of a years time.

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If you woke up tomorrow and were told you had to start all over from nothing, what would you do? Follow this segment on what I am doing as a challenge for the next 30 days and the results that can be delivered in a short amount of time.

Day 4:
Crafting your initial offer

If you woke up tomorrow and were told you had to start all over from nothing, what would you do? Follow this segment on what I am doing as a challenge for the next 30 days and the results that can be delivered in a short amount of time.

Day 3:
Identify the target market I want to serve

If you woke up tomorrow and were told you had to start all over from nothing, what would you do? Follow this segment on what I am doing as a challenge for the next 30 days and the results that can be delivered in a short amount of time.

Day 2:
Take inventory of what I currently have.
Play to your strengths, this is where we are going to start.

If you woke up tomorrow and were told you had to start all over from nothing, what would you do? Follow this segment on what I am doing as a challenge for the next 30 days and the results that can be delivered in a short amount of time.

Day 1:

• Make the decision to go from “I could” to “I will”.
  
• Commit to the process and decide that over the next 30 days, I will discard the reasons why it wont work, let go of past failures, and focus on simply moving forward everyday.
  

Chris Rood is 36 years old from Lafayette, Louisiana. He is a father of five and has been together with his wife for 18 years. 

Chris is a real estate investor, real estate wholesale coach, and serial entrepreneur. With  over $9 million dollars worth of Real estate, along with 7 other companies, he will show you how to make an extra stream of income using his top methods in the wholesaling industry.

• Do not skip around and pay close attention. Chris kept it raw for all our us with the economic situation that is upon us and how to stay on the offensive during this time period.

Today in class we were able to sit down with Jeremy Bishop. Jeremy has played a pivotal role in building companies who are consulting with entrepreneurs and business professionals for their social media presence. Now he is out on his own, highlighting his perspective, his belief in relationships, and why branding yourself is the most important thing.

Engage and follow Jeremy on the following platforms:

Coach Michael Burt is founder and CEO of Michael Burt Enterprises. Here, at 31 years old Coach Burt would retire from athletic sports to build a multi-million dollar coaching business and form the Monster Producer coaching program, which is a systematic and consistent program that teaches sales professionals, business owners, and those interested in rapid growth the five big areas to get a significant lift in their business.

Topics discussed today:

• His start as a basketball coach
• Instilling values into his athletes
• His discovery of "The Whole Person Theory"
• Finding your "prey drive"
• Being in sync with intentional congruence

Be sure to find Coach Burt on the following social media platforms for daily content, sales tips, and upcoming workshops.

1. Service to others is senior to all other activity ⁣

2. Deep relationships must be cultivated ⁣

3. Always aim to fundamentally change people⁣

4. Use your voice and knowledge to find the truth⁣

5. Detach from the finish line and surrender to the process ⁣

My decisions are made much faster now with these top of mind. If opportunities come my way for business and in my heart I am not all in or saying “Hell Yes”, I know that I must pass and say no.⁣

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When aligning yourself with core values you set yourself up for quick pivots, easier decision making, and ultimately less of the “shiny object syndrome”.⁣

This squirrel-like mentality is something I feel that all of us have. We are the kind of individuals who enjoy new opportunities and want to take advantage of these options when we see fit. Use this as a reminder to constantly be reading over your mission, constantly read over your 10 year, 3 year, or 1 year goals. Constantly use these values as your wood that continues to make the fire burn. The state that we are initially feeling when first wanting to start a business or a career will fad with time. Yet, by nurturing this feeling and putting all of your attention on it with the correct amount of intention, you will be able to stay the course.

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What do you embody?

Resources:

As I now complete the #75hard challenge I am looking back at the journey. Through my reflection I want to share all the lessons that come top of mind. They include the following:

• Promises kept to yourself breeds confidence
• There is never going to be a perfect time
• You can always figure out a way to achieve your goals
• Become a student of your calendar
• This is done for you and you only. You are not here to impress others
• The present is all that matters
• Detach from the finish line and surrender into the process
• Continue to be uncomfortable

I want to give a big thank you to Andy Frisella for developing the Live Hard Program, as I know that it has done more than just impact my life. 

Resources:

Today in class I discussed how I would go about choosing the best merchant service provider for your business. What are the signs to look for and what questions you should ask during your research and discovery.

Topics to consider are the following:

1. Decide which type of credit card processor you want to work with.
2. Consider how you plan to accept card payments.
3. Call at least three processors for pricing quotes.
4. Request interchange-plus rates.
5. Find out about fees.
6. Get a month-to-month contract.
7. Buy processing equipment.
8. Vet any "free" offers.
9. How helpful is customer support?

Resources:

Today in class Brad Lea dropped bombs! If you follow Brad you know that you can expect unfiltered talk, authentic, and straight to the point real. Hear topics ranging from sales, family, perspective on struggle, and a lot of fun throughout.

One thing I have heard over the past 5 years is how utterly confusing credit card processing can be for business owners. The purpose of this eBook is to teach you a crash course about credit card processing. I intend to give no fluff, minimal jargon, and only show the truth behind the scenes of what you are paying for.

Today marks the 42 day out of 75 on my 75 hard journey. For those who have been living under a rock 75 hard was out together by Andy Friscella, the owner of 1st Phorm. The guidelines are as follows:

1. Exercise twice each day for 45 minutes - one of these workouts must be outdoors

2. Drink a gallon of water a day

3. Pick a diet or eating plan and stick to it with absolutely NO CHEAT MEALS and NO ALCOHOL

4. Read a minimum of 10 pages every day of self development or business book. Stick to real life material that works on your mindset and can give you skills.

5. Take one progress photo each day

As I am reflecting on the journey and the process thus far I have truly begun to realize a key ingredient that I wanted to share with all of you. Tune in to this weeks show for my insight and the reflecting I have been doing during this journey that I am currently on.

Joining class today is Nani Bernal the founder and fearless leader of In Power Tribe. In Power is an accountability group based on raw intentions for a better version of yourself. Every person in this group has one thing in common and that's the desire to want more drive and commitment in their life to get to the next level. Today we dive into life lessons, faith, social media strategy, and what is to come in 2020. 

Be sure to follow her on all major platforms:

Mallisa Jackson founder of MJackson Inspire. 

Take a deep dive with Mallisa on overcoming genetic challenges, poor growing conditions, and how she used it as a super power. A real look into the potential of a human and how we can all live by the 40% rule.

Follow the link below to grab Mallisa's new eBook for free. It will guide you on how to build momentum, cultivate incremental growth, and how to stay laser focused.