The Intentional Entrepreneur with Attorney Dan X. Nguyen

Welcome to Episode 88 of The Intentional Entrepreneur podcast!

In this episode, Aaron Marcum, a successful entrepreneur and author, shares his transformative journey from burnout to happiness. He discusses the 8 laws he developed to help entrepreneurs combat burnout, find happiness, and achieve lasting success.

Tune in now to gain valuable insights and practical strategies for personal and professional well-being.

In this episode, you'll discover:

- The 8 Laws for Creating the Good Life and Finding Happiness

- Achieving Happiness and Well-Being as an Entrepreneur

- Challenges and Lessons in Entrepreneurship

- Reflection on Entrepreneurial Growth and Personal Development

About Aaron Marcum

Aaron Marcum, a serial entrepreneur, founded and scaled numerous multi-million dollar ventures. Despite financial success in 2015, burnout prompted a pursuit of sustainable happiness. He earned a Master of Applied Positive Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania under Dr. Martin Seligman. Blending entrepreneurial expertise with positive psychology, he crafted the Entrepreneurs' Eight Laws to combat stress and foster personal flourishing. His forthcoming book, "EntreThrive," focuses on aiding entrepreneurs in achieving fulfilling lives through keynotes, EntreCircle Masterlearning forums, and courses, emphasizing happiness, satisfaction, and meaning.

Links mentions in this episode:

https://www.entrethrive.com/

Bonus Resource:

https://www.entrethrive.com/intentional

About Dan X Nguyen, Esq.

Meet Dan X. Nguyen, Esq., the host of The Intentional Entrepreneur™ podcast. With a background as an attorney, author, and speaker, Dan brings a wealth of knowledge to the show. As the founder of CANEI™ law firm, he has helped many businesses overcome legal hurdles. But Dan's expertise extends beyond the legal field; as an entrepreneur himself, he understands the challenges of building a successful business.

Tune in to The Intentional Entrepreneur™ podcast to gain valuable insights and strategies for thriving as an intentional entrepreneur. Join Dan as he interviews industry leaders and provides actionable advice for business success.

Website: https://caneilaw.com/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/lodxn

IG: https://www.instagram.com/boba.franchise.attorney/

YT: https://www.youtube.com/@theintentionalentrepreneur5973 and https://www.youtube.com/@LegalTipsForSmartEntrepreneurs

LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/law-office-of-daniel-x.-nguyen

X: https://twitter.com/danxnguyenesq

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Welcome to Episode 87 of The Intentional Entrepreneur podcast!

In this latest episode of The Intentional Entrepreneur, I had a great discussion with leadership development expert, Antonio Garrido. We discussed how to identify and eliminate leadership blind spots. Antonio emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and the role it plays in unlocking one's potential for success.

Ready to discover how to recognize and conquer your own blind spots for increased success and growth? Tune in to this enlightening episode now

In this episode, you'll discover:

- Importance of Identifying and Eliminating Blind Spots

- Recognizing and Addressing Blind Spots

- The Significance of Hindsight, Insight, and Foresight

- Importance of Self-Reflection and Journaling

- Emphasis on Self-Awareness and Daily Self-Reflection

About Antonio Garrido

Antonio Garrido, author of “My Daily Leadership: A Powerful Roadmap for Leadership Success,” is the founder of My Daily Leadership, an organization aimed at inspiring a million leaders. With over 25 years in senior leadership roles, he specializes in transforming stressed leaders into high performers. A serial entrepreneur, business coach, and speaker, Antonio’s leadership development approach combines his extensive commercial experience with proven techniques.

Links mentions in this episode:

https://www.mydailyleadership.com/

About Dan X Nguyen, Esq.

Meet Dan X. Nguyen, Esq., the host of The Intentional Entrepreneur™ podcast. With a background as an attorney, author, and speaker, Dan brings a wealth of knowledge to the show. As the founder of CANEI™ law firm, he has helped many businesses overcome legal hurdles. But Dan's expertise extends beyond the legal field; as an entrepreneur himself, he understands the challenges of building a successful business.

Tune in to The Intentional Entrepreneur™ podcast to gain valuable insights and strategies for thriving as an intentional entrepreneur. Join Dan as he interviews industry leaders and provides actionable advice for business success.

Website: https://caneilaw.com/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/lodxn

IG: https://www.instagram.com/boba.franchise.attorney/

YT: https://www.youtube.com/@theintentionalentrepreneur5973 and https://www.youtube.com/@LegalTipsForSmartEntrepreneurs

LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/law-office-of-daniel-x.-nguyen

X: https://twitter.com/danxnguyenesq

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Welcome to Episode 86 of The Intentional Entrepreneur podcast! In this episode of The Intentional Entrepreneur podcast, I had a great conversation with Kyle Smith, a partner at Strata Cloud Accountants, about key performance indicators (KPIs) and their role in increasing business profitability. Kyle shared insights on the importance of understanding financial metrics like revenue, gross profit, net income, and net cash flow, and how they can provide valuable insights for business decision-making. Tune in and discover actionable insights to navigate financial challenges, harness the power of KPIs, and propel your business to new heights. In this episode, you'll discover: - Understanding and Analyzing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) - Engaging Financial Expertise - Capital Raise and Financial Decisions - Benefits of Engaging a Financial Expert About Kyle Smith Kyle Smith, a CPA and UT McCombs School of Business graduate, is dedicated to helping SMBs prosper. He gained experience in Austin as an accountant and Controller, later becoming the Director of Finance at Celis Brewery. At Scalefactor, he advised clients across various industries. He co-founded Strata Cloud Accountants, specializing in aligning business and personal goals to increase profitability. Strata Cloud Accountants, founded on shared work philosophies, aims to provide financial freedom to clients and work-life-family balance to their team.

Links mentions in this episode:

https://stratacloudaccountants.com/

Bonus resource: https://stratacloudaccountants.com/intentional

About Dan X Nguyen, Esq. Meet Dan X. Nguyen, Esq., the host of The Intentional Entrepreneur™ podcast. With a background as an attorney, author, and speaker, Dan brings a wealth of knowledge to the show. As the founder of CANEI™ law firm, he has helped many businesses overcome legal hurdles. But Dan's expertise extends beyond the legal field; as an entrepreneur himself, he understands the challenges of building a successful business. Tune in to The Intentional Entrepreneur™ podcast to gain valuable insights and strategies for thriving as an intentional entrepreneur. Join Dan as he interviews industry leaders and provides actionable advice for business success. Website: https://caneilaw.com/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/lodxn IG: https://www.instagram.com/boba.franchise.attorney/ YT: https://www.youtube.com/@theintentionalentrepreneur5973 and https://www.youtube.com/@LegalTipsForSmartEntrepreneurs LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/law-office-of-daniel-x.-nguyen X: https://twitter.com/danxnguyenesq Don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic episode updates for our "The Intentional Entrepreneur!" And, finally, please take a minute to leave us an honest review and rating on iTunes. They really help us out when it comes to the ranking of the show, and I make it a point to read every single one of the reviews we get https://bit.ly/TIEpodcast⁠ Thanks for listening! ______________________________________________________ Thanks to our sponsor Agent CRM Free 14 Day Trial: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.agent-crm.com/?fpr=daniel-nguyen15⁠ • Agent CRM is your one-stop shop for all your marketing software. It replaces apps you’re currently using and keeps all the data in one roof.⁠ • Agent CRM protects you by recording all of your calls, saving your text messages sent and received from the system, and can even collect payment • Agent CRM is the software platform that I wish I had before, it has everything you need, and their team helps you get set up! • Agent CRM is like having an assistant that does your marketing for you - all of the automation and systems in place give you the peace of mind knowing your business is running without your manual labor, but also the marketing is done right because you give it your voice! Get your free 14-day trial: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.agent-crm.com/?fpr=daniel-nguyen15

Welcome to Episode 85 of The Intentional Entrepreneur podcast!

In this episode, our host Dan X. Nguyen is joined by Eric Broughton from Busy Bee Advisors to share invaluable insights into entrepreneurship and business growth. From recognizing the need for career opportunities to navigating business challenges and investments, Eric provides key advice for entrepreneurs at every stage. With a focus on strategic decision-making, team management, and financial responsibilities, this episode offers practical tips and inspiring success stories.

Join us as we delve into the world of entrepreneurship and gain expert guidance on building a thriving business.

In this episode, you'll discover:

- Taking Advantage of Opportunities in Business

- Challenges and Solutions in Business

- Starting and Structuring a Business

- Financial Management and Decision Making

- Personal and Business Investments

About Melissa and Eric Broughton

Melissa and Eric Broughton co-own Busy Bee Advisors, and have combined their passions and experience to help small business owners gain more financial clarity and pay less in taxes. Melissa is a seasoned accountant and Eric is a tax professional - with more than 20 combined years of experience, they have seen it all. Eric's extensive understanding of tax code and its intent, Melissa's enthusiasm for the bookkeeping business, and their gentle, thought-provoking banter allow them to discuss a wide range of topics while questioning each other's points of view. You can hear more on their podcast The Real Buzz.

Links mentions in this episode:

https://busybeeadvisors.com/

About Dan X Nguyen, Esq.

Meet Dan X. Nguyen, Esq., the host of The Intentional Entrepreneur™ podcast. With a background as an attorney, author, and speaker, Dan brings a wealth of knowledge to the show. As the founder of CANEI™ law firm, he has helped many businesses overcome legal hurdles. But Dan's expertise extends beyond the legal field; as an entrepreneur himself, he understands the challenges of building a successful business.

Tune in to The Intentional Entrepreneur™ podcast to gain valuable insights and strategies for thriving as an intentional entrepreneur. Join Dan as he interviews industry leaders and provides actionable advice for business success.

Website: https://caneilaw.com/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/lodxn

IG: https://www.instagram.com/boba.franchise.attorney/

YT: https://www.youtube.com/@theintentionalentrepreneur5973 and https://www.youtube.com/@LegalTipsForSmartEntrepreneurs

LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/law-office-of-daniel-x.-nguyen

X: https://twitter.com/danxnguyenesq

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Welcome to Episode 84 of The Intentional Entrepreneur podcast!

In this episode, I talk with AJ Silber, a serial entrepreneur and digital marketing expert. AJ shared invaluable insights on scaling a business. He highlighted the importance of a well-organized business structure and the critical role of marketing and sales in business growth. We also delved into his experience selling a business and his commitment to its success even after leaving.

Tune in now and level up your entrepreneurial journey.

In this episode, you'll discover:

- AJ Silber's entrepreneurial journey and successful scaling of service-based businesses

- The significance of a well-organized business structure and its impact on business scalability and saleability

- Emphasis on the role of marketing and sales even with subpar products or services

- AJ Silber's commitment to the success of the business even after selling it

- Business acquisition and sale considerations, including factors that make a business attractive for acquisition

About AJ Silber

AJ grew The Guerrilla Agency into the leading SEO Agency in Minneapolis, and within 4 short years he turned that venture into a multi-million dollar exit. Now, he’s turned his sights on applying those same innovative agency systems and processes to his latest venture, Small Business Bonfire: a company focused on helping entrepreneurs start & scale their businesses through free resources, actionable articles, and low-cost courses.

Links mentions in this episode:

https://smallbusinessbonfire.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ajsilber/

About Dan X Nguyen, Esq.

Meet Dan X. Nguyen, Esq., the host of The Intentional Entrepreneur™ podcast. With a background as an attorney, author, and speaker, Dan brings a wealth of knowledge to the show. As the founder of CANEI™ law firm, he has helped many businesses overcome legal hurdles. But Dan's expertise extends beyond the legal field; as an entrepreneur himself, he understands the challenges of building a successful business.

Tune in to The Intentional Entrepreneur™ podcast to gain valuable insights and strategies for thriving as an intentional entrepreneur. Join Dan as he interviews industry leaders and provides actionable advice for business success.

Website: https://caneilaw.com/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/lodxn

IG: https://www.instagram.com/boba.franchise.attorney/

YT: https://www.youtube.com/@theintentionalentrepreneur5973 and https://www.youtube.com/@LegalTipsForSmartEntrepreneurs

LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/law-office-of-daniel-x.-nguyen

X: https://twitter.com/danxnguyenesq

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Welcome to Episode 83 of The Intentional Entrepreneur podcast!

In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Austin LaRoche, CEO of ATAK Interactive. Austin emphasized the importance of personal and intentional marketing, offering valuable insights on leveraging technology for personalized messages at scale. We delved into M2S (Marketing-to-Sales) Framework, a B2B growth system that synchronizes strategy and execution in a simple, pragmatic plan.

If you're navigating the ever-changing landscape of digital marketing, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in for actionable strategies and a wealth of knowledge. Don't miss out – listen now!".

In this episode, you'll discover:

- Importance of Personal and Intentional Marketing

- Aligning with the Right Agency

- Creating and Executing a Marketing Plan

- Data-Driven Decision-Making

- Magnetic Marketing and Meaningful Marketing Efforts

About Austin LaRoche

Austin LaRoche is the CEO of ATAK Interactive and creator of the M2S (Marketing-to-Sales)

Framework, a B2B growth system that synchronizes strategy and execution in a simple,

pragmatic plan. Based out of Pasadena, California, ATAK Interactive is a full-service marketing

agency with employees and clients across the globe.

Links mentions in this episode:

https://www.atakinteractive.com/strategy

https://www.linkedin.com/in/austinlaroche/

About Dan X Nguyen, Esq.

Meet Dan X. Nguyen, Esq., the host of The Intentional Entrepreneur™ podcast. With a background as an attorney, author, and speaker, Dan brings a wealth of knowledge to the show. As the founder of CANEI™ law firm, he has helped many businesses overcome legal hurdles. But Dan's expertise extends beyond the legal field; as an entrepreneur himself, he understands the challenges of building a successful business.

Tune in to The Intentional Entrepreneur™ podcast to gain valuable insights and strategies for thriving as an intentional entrepreneur. Join Dan as he interviews industry leaders and provides actionable advice for business success.

Website: https://caneilaw.com/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/lodxn

IG: https://www.instagram.com/boba.franchise.attorney/

YT: https://www.youtube.com/@theintentionalentrepreneur5973 and https://www.youtube.com/@LegalTipsForSmartEntrepreneurs

LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/law-office-of-daniel-x.-nguyen

X: https://twitter.com/danxnguyenesq

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• Agent CRM protects you by recording all of your calls, saving your text messages sent and received from the system, and can even collect payment

• Agent CRM is the software platform that I wish I had before, it has everything you need, and their team helps you get set up!

• Agent CRM is like having an assistant that does your marketing for you - all of the automation and systems in place give you the peace of mind knowing your business is running without your manual labor, but also the marketing is done right because you give it your voice!

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Welcome to Episode 82 of The Intentional Entrepreneur.

In this episode, I have the pleasure of sitting down with Erle Adams, the Chief Marketing Officer of J. Galt Financial, to explore the significance of establishing business credit using the corporate EIN. With Erle's extensive 35 years of experience in business development, we uncover the importance of corporate credit and delve into effective strategies and benefits.

So, if you're a small business owner at any stage of your entrepreneurial journey, this episode is a must-listen.

In this episode, you'll discover:

- Introduction to Erle Adams and Building Business Credit

- Types of Corporate Credit and Their Applications

- Strategies and Practices for Building Business Credit

- Advantages of Corporate Credit for Small Businesses

- Prerequisites and Procedures for Building Corporate Credit

About Erle Adams

Erle Adams spent 35 years consulting companies on market viability and building businesses. After a significant company collapse due to personal injury, he found a new passion for helping others build credit on their EIN number. Now, he is dedicated to impacting people's lives in a positive way by sharing his knowledge and experience in building businesses the right way.

Links mentions in this episode:

eadams@jgalt.io

About Dan X Nguyen, Esq.

Meet Dan X. Nguyen, Esq., the host of The Intentional Entrepreneur™ podcast. With a background as an attorney, author, and speaker, Dan brings a wealth of knowledge to the show. As the founder of CANEI™ law firm, he has helped many businesses overcome legal hurdles. But Dan's expertise extends beyond the legal field; as an entrepreneur himself, he understands the challenges of building a successful business.

Tune in to The Intentional Entrepreneur™ podcast to gain valuable insights and strategies for thriving as an intentional entrepreneur. Join Dan as he interviews industry leaders and provides actionable advice for business success.

Website: https://caneilaw.com/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/lodxn

IG: https://www.instagram.com/boba.franchise.attorney/

YT: https://www.youtube.com/@theintentionalentrepreneur5973 and https://www.youtube.com/@LegalTipsForSmartEntrepreneurs

LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/law-office-of-daniel-x.-nguyen

X: https://twitter.com/danxnguyenesq

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Thanks for listening!

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• Agent CRM protects you by recording all of your calls, saving your text messages sent and received from the system, and can even collect payment

• Agent CRM is the software platform that I wish I had before, it has everything you need, and their team helps you get set up!

• Agent CRM is like having an assistant that does your marketing for you - all of the automation and systems in place give you the peace of mind knowing your business is running without your manual labor, but also the marketing is done right because you give it your voice!

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Welcome to Episode 81 of The Intentional Entrepreneur.

In this episode, I had an exciting conversation with esteemed guest Mike Alder, owner and a Senior Trial Attorney at Alder Law. Join us as Michael shares his personal and professional journey, from overcoming trial losses and embracing responsibility for failures to maintaining a balance between work and family life as a busy attorney with six children.

Tune in and be inspired by Michael's insights, as he generously imparts life lessons and practical advice for entrepreneurs and professionals alike.

In this episode, you'll discover:

- Overcoming Trial Losses and Embracing Responsibility

- Recognizing Pivotal Moments in Business

- Seeking Discomfort and Personal Growth

- Balancing Work and Family

- Time Management and Prioritization

- Vulnerability and Learning From Mistakes

About Mike Alder

Mike Alder, owner of AlderLaw, is a renowned Los Angeles Senior Trial Attorney specializing in personal injury and employment litigation. With over 29 years of experience, he's earned accolades like CAALA’s Trial Lawyer of the Year and the California State Bar Clay Award. Alder, committed to philanthropy, co-founded LATLC, contributes to ICLC, and established 'Z.A. Gives' during COVID-19, donating over $150,000 to support local hospitals and restaurants. His firm has recovered over $2.1 billion in verdicts and settlements, solidifying Alder's reputation as a top trial attorney and community advocate.

Links mentions in this episode:

Cell no.: 310-710-3345

cmalder@alderlaw.com

https://www.instagram.com/mike.alder/

https://www.youtube.com/@AlderTalk

About Dan X Nguyen, Esq.

Meet Dan X. Nguyen, Esq., the host of The Intentional Entrepreneur™ podcast. With a background as an attorney, author, and speaker, Dan brings a wealth of knowledge to the show. As the founder of CANEI™ law firm, he has helped many businesses overcome legal hurdles. But Dan's expertise extends beyond the legal field; as an entrepreneur himself, he understands the challenges of building a successful business.

Tune in to The Intentional Entrepreneur™ podcast to gain valuable insights and strategies for thriving as an intentional entrepreneur. Join Dan as he interviews industry leaders and provides actionable advice for business success.

Website: https://caneilaw.com/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/lodxn

IG: https://www.instagram.com/boba.franchise.attorney/

YT: https://www.youtube.com/@theintentionalentrepreneur5973 and https://www.youtube.com/@LegalTipsForSmartEntrepreneurs

LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/law-office-of-daniel-x.-nguyen

X: https://twitter.com/danxnguyenesq

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Thanks for listening!

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• Agent CRM protects you by recording all of your calls, saving your text messages sent and received from the system, and can even collect payment

• Agent CRM is the software platform that I wish I had before, it has everything you need, and their team helps you get set up!

• Agent CRM is like having an assistant that does your marketing for you - all of the automation and systems in place give you the peace of mind knowing your business is running without your manual labor, but also the marketing is done right because you give it your voice!

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Welcome to Episode 80 of The Intentional Entrepreneur where we dive into the fascinating world of real estate investment and business ventures with the dynamic duo, Mike Merrigan and Bo Kort.

In this episode, we explore the principles and strategies that have propelled them to success in acquiring hundreds of properties and building over 43 companies in the past 30 years.

Join us as we uncover their experiences, lessons learned, and the essential habits that have led to their remarkable achievements.

In this episode, you'll discover:

- The Importance of Recognizing Strengths in Partnership

- Securing Deals and Creative Financing Strategies

- Building a Successful Real Estate Portfolio

- Business Growth and Employee Management

- Seeking Help and Guidance in Business Decisions

- Real Estate Investment and Mentorship

- Business Acquisitions and Caution in Investment

About MIKE MERRIGAN & BO KORT:

After being best friends for 25 years, Mike and Bo started doing business together in 2015. They started purchasing buildings together in Texas. This partnership catapulted their success. Together the duo has founded multiple eight-figure companies - Houston Motorsports, Kort Industries, and Mohave Storage. Since their partnership began in 2015, Mike & Bo have built a portfolio of 43 companies and over $150,000,000 in commercial real estate. They are involved in 14 different industries - motorsports, industrial fabrication, specialty services, construction, and self-storage to name a few.

Links mentions in this episode:

https://www.instagram.com/mikeandbo/

Text: 928-605-4335

About Dan X Nguyen, Esq.

Meet Dan X. Nguyen, Esq., the host of The Intentional Entrepreneur™ podcast. With a background as an attorney, author, and speaker, Dan brings a wealth of knowledge to the show. As the founder of CANEI™ law firm, he has helped many businesses overcome legal hurdles. But Dan's expertise extends beyond the legal field; as an entrepreneur himself, he understands the challenges of building a successful business.

Tune in to The Intentional Entrepreneur™ podcast to gain valuable insights and strategies for thriving as an intentional entrepreneur. Join Dan as he interviews industry leaders and provides actionable advice for business success.

Website: https://caneilaw.com/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/lodxn

IG: https://www.instagram.com/boba.franchise.attorney/

YT: https://www.youtube.com/@theintentionalentrepreneur5973 and https://www.youtube.com/@LegalTipsForSmartEntrepreneurs

LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/law-office-of-daniel-x.-nguyen

X: https://twitter.com/danxnguyenesq

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Welcome to Episode 79 of The Intentional Entrepreneur.

In this episode, host Dan X. Nguyen sits down with the highly successful entrepreneur, Luis Scott, the owner of 8 Figure Firm Consulting. Luis shares his valuable insights on the marketer's mindset, developing leadership skills, and creating predictable revenue and growth for service-based businesses.

Join us as we explore the entrepreneurial journey with a seasoned expert who has overcome trials and shaped his knowledge into valuable lessons for aspiring and established business owners alike.

In this episode, you'll discover:

-Developing the Marketer's Mindset

-Creating Predictable Revenue and Growth

-Business Plan Implementation

-Leadership Development

-Entrepreneurial Courage and Resilience

About Luis Scott

Luis Scott is a highly respected attorney, sought-after speaker and the owner of 8 Figure Firm Consulting, known for his expertise in helping legal professionals optimize and grow their practices to 8 Figures in yearly predictable revenue and beyond.

With over 20 years of experience in the legal industry, including as the managing partner of a successful law firm, Luis has helped thousands of families navigate the legal system.

Links mentions in this episode:

https://luisscottjr.com/

About Dan X Nguyen, Esq.

Meet Dan X. Nguyen, Esq., the host of The Intentional Entrepreneur™ podcast. With a background as an attorney, author, and speaker, Dan brings a wealth of knowledge to the show. As the founder of CANEI™ law firm, he has helped many businesses overcome legal hurdles. But Dan's expertise extends beyond the legal field; as an entrepreneur himself, he understands the challenges of building a successful business.

Tune in to The Intentional Entrepreneur™ podcast to gain valuable insights and strategies for thriving as an intentional entrepreneur. Join Dan as he interviews industry leaders and provides actionable advice for business success.

Website: https://caneilaw.com/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/lodxn

IG: https://www.instagram.com/boba.franchise.attorney/

YT: https://www.youtube.com/@theintentionalentrepreneur5973 and https://www.youtube.com/@LegalTipsForSmartEntrepreneurs

LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/law-office-of-daniel-x.-nguyen

X: https://twitter.com/danxnguyenesq

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Welcome to Episode 78 of The Intentional Entrepreneur.

In this episode of The Intentional Entrepreneur Jason Tan, the founder of Engage AI, shares valuable insights about using AI as a supplement for authentic engagement, the challenges of managing multiple communication channels, and his personal journey as an immigrant turned successful entrepreneur.

If you're eager to leverage AI to foster genuine connections and enhance your entrepreneurial journey, this episode is a goldmine of wisdom.

Tune in to the episode for more valuable insights into leveraging AI in business and building meaningful connections in today's digital world!

In this episode, you'll discover:

- Overview of Engage AI and its User Base

- Jason Tan's Personal Journey and Development of Engage AI

- Engage AI's Concept of Using AI for Social Media Engagement

- The Role of Generative AI and Large Language Models in Engagement

About Jason Tan

Jason Tan is the Founder of Engage AI, a Conversation Copilot that remembers conversations across multiple channels to augment conversations in virtual and real-life. Since its release in Jan 2023, over 30,000 users worldwide have been using it to break the ice and engage with their prospects.

Links mentions in this episode:

https://engage-ai.co

About Dan X Nguyen, Esq.

Meet Dan X. Nguyen, Esq., the host of The Intentional Entrepreneur™ podcast. With a background as an attorney, author, and speaker, Dan brings a wealth of knowledge to the show. As the founder of CANEI™ law firm, he has helped many businesses overcome legal hurdles. But Dan's expertise extends beyond the legal field; as an entrepreneur himself, he understands the challenges of building a successful business.

Tune in to The Intentional Entrepreneur™ podcast to gain valuable insights and strategies for thriving as an intentional entrepreneur. Join Dan as he interviews industry leaders and provides actionable advice for business success.

Website: https://caneilaw.com/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/lodxn

IG: https://www.instagram.com/boba.franchise.attorney/

YT: https://www.youtube.com/@theintentionalentrepreneur5973 and https://www.youtube.com/@LegalTipsForSmartEntrepreneurs

LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/law-office-of-daniel-x.-nguyen

X: https://twitter.com/danxnguyenesq

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Welcome to Episode 77 of The Intentional Entrepreneur.

In this episode of The Intentional Entrepreneur, Rick Watson, author of “A Firm Worth Building” delve into the concept of trust compression, focusing on building trust quickly through short, frequent interactions.

Join us for an insightful episode of The Intentional Entrepreneur as guest Rick Watson shares invaluable insights on building trust, cultivating successful relationships, and overcoming challenges in entrepreneurship.

In this episode, you'll discover:

- Challenges Faced by Smaller Professional Service Firms

- Intentionality and Passion in Building Businesses

- Building Relationships with Clients for Referral Marketing

- Sales Techniques and Influence in Building Trust

- Training and Empowering Staff for Client Interactions

- Edification and Referral Relationship Measurement

About Rick Watson

Rick Watson, author of "A Firm Worth Building," shares insights on helping professional businesses thrive by addressing a common issue among professionals who focus more on their specialty than running the business effectively. Drawing from his experience, Rick emphasizes the importance of building a strong business foundation for sustainable growth. In his book, he imparts around 30 crucial lessons for business owners, covering topics from branding to enhancing referrals through professional networks.

Links mentions in this episode:

http://www.nrnamerica.com/

https://www.protectionpointadvisors.com/

About Dan X Nguyen, Esq.

Meet Dan X. Nguyen, Esq., the host of The Intentional Entrepreneur™ podcast. With a background as an attorney, author, and speaker, Dan brings a wealth of knowledge to the show. As the founder of CANEI™ law firm, he has helped many businesses overcome legal hurdles. But Dan's expertise extends beyond the legal field; as an entrepreneur himself, he understands the challenges of building a successful business.

Tune in to The Intentional Entrepreneur™ podcast to gain valuable insights and strategies for thriving as an intentional entrepreneur. Join Dan as he interviews industry leaders and provides actionable advice for business success.

Website: https://caneilaw.com/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/lodxn

IG: https://www.instagram.com/boba.franchise.attorney/

YT: https://www.youtube.com/@theintentionalentrepreneur5973 and https://www.youtube.com/@LegalTipsForSmartEntrepreneurs

LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/law-office-of-daniel-x.-nguyen

X: https://twitter.com/danxnguyenesq

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Welcome to Episode 76 of The Intentional Entrepreneur.

In this episode of The Intentional Entrepreneur, Josh Nielsen, CEO of Zencastr, discuss the journey from startup to significant player in the podcasting space. Gain valuable insights into bootstrapping, product development, and seizing opportunities in the market.

Join us in our latest episode as Josh Nielsen delve into uncovering the secrets behind the success of Zencastr and the entrepreneurial journey of its founder!

In this episode, you'll discover:

- Transition from lifestyle business to startup due to market shifts

- Challenges and benefits of solo entrepreneurship vs. team growth

- Role of technological advancements in business feasibility

- Setting your bootstrapped company in a competitive market

- Insight into the technical aspects of developing a platform like Zencastr

About Josh Nielsen

Josh, is the visionary behind Zencastr, a company that revolutionized podcasting. As the Founder and CEO, he built Zencastr into a rapidly growing, all-in-one podcasting platform for creators worldwide.

https://zencastr.com/

LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshnielsen

X: https://twitter.com/joshontheweb?lang=en

About Dan X Nguyen, Esq.

Meet Dan X. Nguyen, Esq., the host of The Intentional Entrepreneur™ podcast. With a background as an attorney, author, and speaker, Dan brings a wealth of knowledge to the show. As the founder of CANEI™ law firm, he has helped many businesses overcome legal hurdles. But Dan's expertise extends beyond the legal field; as an entrepreneur himself, he understands the challenges of building a successful business.

Tune in to The Intentional Entrepreneur™ podcast to gain valuable insights and strategies for thriving as an intentional entrepreneur. Join Dan as he interviews industry leaders and provides actionable advice for business success.

Website: https://caneilaw.com/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/lodxn

IG: https://www.instagram.com/boba.franchise.attorney/

YT: https://www.youtube.com/@LegalTipsForSmartEntrepreneurs

LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/law-office-of-daniel-x.-nguyen

X: https://twitter.com/danxnguyenesq

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Welcome to Episode 75 of The Intentional Entrepreneur. In this episode of The Intentional Entrepreneur, Scott Reib, known as America's legal coach, joins the discussion to share insights on navigating the legal aspects of entrepreneurship. He emphasizes the Importance of understanding and thoroughly reviewing contracts to avoid signers' remorse. Tune in to The Intentional Entrepreneur podcast to gain valuable insights from legal coach Scott Reib on shatter-proofing your business and understanding the importance of contracts and legal protection. In this episode, you'll discover: - Creating a legal subscription plan - Importance of understanding contracts to avoid regrets - Importance of involving an attorney upfront - Alternative dispute resolution methods - Overcoming fear of rejection and introverted tendencies About Scott Reib Scott Reib is known as America’s Legal Coach. He’s the official Zig Ziglar Small Business Lawyer, a Ziglar Legacy Certified Trainer, and he has over 20 years of experience as an attorney. For the last two decades, Scott has been helping business owners, entrepreneurs, coaches, and service providers to “shatterproof” their businesses and succeed in the professional world Links & Mentions from This Episode: 20 Minute coaching session: https://www.reiblaw.com/intentional-entrepreneur FREE GUIDE, Is Your Business Shatterproof: https://www.reiblaw.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/thescottreib/ LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thescottreib/ X: https://twitter.com/thescottreib

About Dan X Nguyen, Esq.

Meet Dan X. Nguyen, Esq., the host of The Intentional Entrepreneur™ podcast. With a background as an attorney, author, and speaker, Dan brings a wealth of knowledge to the show. As the founder of CANEI™ law firm, he has helped many businesses overcome legal hurdles. But Dan's expertise extends beyond the legal field; as an entrepreneur himself, he understands the challenges of building a successful business. Tune in to The Intentional Entrepreneur™ podcast to gain valuable insights and strategies for thriving as an intentional entrepreneur. Join Dan as he interviews industry leaders and provides actionable advice for business success. Website: https://caneilaw.com/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/lodxn IG: https://www.instagram.com/boba.franchise.attorney/ YT: https://www.youtube.com/@LegalTipsForSmartEntrepreneurs LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/law-office-of-daniel-x.-nguyen X: https://twitter.com/danxnguyenesq Don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic episode updates for our "The Intentional Entrepreneur!" And, finally, please take a minute to leave us an honest review and rating on iTunes. They really help us out when it comes to the ranking of the show, and I make it a point to read every single one of the reviews we get. https://bit.ly/TIEpodcast⁠ Thanks for listening! ______________________________________________________ Thanks to our sponsor Agent CRM Free 14 Day Trial: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.agent-crm.com/?fpr=daniel-nguyen15⁠ • Agent CRM is your one-stop shop for all your marketing software. It replaces apps you’re currently using and keeps all the data in one roof.⁠ • Agent CRM protects you by recording all of your calls, saving your text messages sent and received from the system, and can even collect payment • Agent CRM is the software platform that I wish I had before, it has everything you need, and their team helps you get set up! • Agent CRM is like having an assistant that does your marketing for you - all of the automation and systems in place give you the peace of mind knowing your business is running without your manual labor, but also the marketing is done right because you give it your voice! Get your free 14-day trial: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.agent-crm.com/?fpr=daniel-nguyen15

Welcome to Episode 73 of The Intentional Entrepreneur.

In this episode of "The Intentional Entrepreneur" with host Dan X. Nguyen, special guest Chris McShanag, the founder of Business Virtual Staffing, shares his expertise in remote and virtual staffing. The discussion focuses on the growth opportunities for businesses through virtual staffing, Chris highlights the importance of finding the right people, retaining them, and leveraging technology to drive productivity and growth in businesses.

Tune in to learn some insights on remote workforce and virtual staffing that can help businesses grow in today's world.

In this episode, you'll discover:

- The four main factors that hold back business growth

- How remote workforce and virtual staffing can help businesses grow in today's world

- The wide range of tasks virtual assistants can handle and how they can support entrepreneurs

- The advantages of working with an agency versus sourcing individual virtual assistants through platforms like Upwork

- The importance of communication and technology tools for effective management of remote teams

BizVA President and Chief Operating Officer Chris McShanag is a transformational leader who brings extensive experience in delivering successful business solutions through innovative and scalable solutions. An entrepreneur at heart, Chris has successfully led many organizations, from start-ups to success in various industries, including healthcare, mining, utilities, and consulting. At BizVA, he oversees the company’s strategic direction and day-to-day operations.

Links & Mentions from This Episode:

https://www.bizva.ph/

https://www.open.bizva.com/

http://medva.com

https://www.open.medva.com/

About Dan X Nguyen, Esq.

Meet Dan X. Nguyen, Esq., the host of The Intentional Entrepreneur™ podcast. With a background as an attorney, author, and speaker, Dan brings a wealth of knowledge to the show. As the founder of CANEI™ law firm, he has helped many businesses overcome legal hurdles. But Dan's expertise extends beyond the legal field; as an entrepreneur himself, he understands the challenges of building a successful business.

Tune in to The Intentional Entrepreneur™ podcast to gain valuable insights and strategies for thriving as an intentional entrepreneur. Join Dan as he interviews industry leaders and provides actionable advice for business success.

Website: https://caneilaw.com/

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Welcome to Episode 72 of The Intentional Entrepreneur.

In this episode of The Intentional Entrepreneur, host Dan X. Nguyen interviews Paul Tran, a seasoned entrepreneur with extensive experience in the restaurant and franchising industry. The episode explores the misconceptions and challenges surrounding franchise ownership, emphasizing the importance of being actively involved in the business and selecting the right franchisees.

Tune in now and discover the truth behind running a franchise and why it's not as passive as it seems.

In this episode, you'll discover:

- The misconception of passive franchise ownership and the importance of being hands-on.

- The process of franchising and working with franchise development firms.

- The importance of selecting the right franchisees and the impact they can have on the company.

- Building a strong team and focusing on product excellence over flashy marketing.

- Preparing for franchising, including creating SOPs, training teams, and building marketing and PR strategies.

- Challenges and considerations in financing and potential legal issues in franchising.

About Paul Tran

Paul Tran is an entrepreneur and advisor in the franchise and restaurant space.

Among his career milestones, he’s:

• Co-founded and exited a full service seafood restaurant

• Sold over 1,000 franchises

• Enabled a company to go public

• Scaled restaurants in over 15 countries

• Helped a one-unit mom-and-pop business get acquired by a public company; and

• Allowed companies become more profitable and enjoyable

Today, he:

• Consults emerging restaurant chains on growth;

• Is the largest franchisee of The Halal Guys, with 9 stores in Southern California and $15 million in annual revenue;

• Invests in construction, data, business services, and other food startups.

Links & Mentions from This Episode:

https://paulttran.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulttran/

https://twitter.com/PaulTTran

About Dan X Nguyen, Esq.

Meet Dan X. Nguyen, Esq., the host of The Intentional Entrepreneur™ podcast. With a background as an attorney, author, and speaker, Dan brings a wealth of knowledge to the show. As the founder of CANEI™ law firm, he has helped many businesses overcome legal hurdles. But Dan's expertise extends beyond the legal field; as an entrepreneur himself, he understands the challenges of building a successful business.

Tune in to The Intentional Entrepreneur™ podcast to gain valuable insights and strategies for thriving as an intentional entrepreneur. Join Dan as he interviews industry leaders and provides actionable advice for business success.

Website: https://caneilaw.com/

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Welcome to Episode 71 of The Intentional Entrepreneur.

In this episode of The Intentional Entrepreneur podcast, host Dan X. Nguyen interviews leadership coach Andy Hite on the power of self-leadership and unleashing potential as an executive or entrepreneur. Andy emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and personal growth in effective leadership.

Tune in now and discover the power of self-leadership in this insightful episode.

In this episode, you'll discover:

- The importance of self-leadership in personal and professional development.

- The four pillars of leadership: leading up, leading sideways, leading teams, and self-leadership.

- The significance of self-awareness and emotional intelligence in self-leadership.

- The realization that leaders need to ask themselves if they are discontented and not reaching their potential.

- The process of self-leadership involves getting out into the world and creating what you want, facing discomfort, and overcoming fears.

- The potential for unlocking new levels of success and achieving goals by up-leveling consciousness and skills through self-leadership.

About Andy Hite

Andy Hite is an a recognized leadership coach who supports entrepreneurs, executives, and their teams as they navigate the world of building businesses and lives filled with prosperity, meaning, & freedom.

Links & Mentions from This Episode:

https://www.scalingminds.com/services

https://www.linkedin.com/in/andy-hite/

About Dan X Nguyen, Esq.

Meet Dan X. Nguyen, Esq., the host of The Intentional Entrepreneur™ podcast. With a background as an attorney, author, and speaker, Dan brings a wealth of knowledge to the show. As the founder of CANEI™ law firm, he has helped many businesses overcome legal hurdles. But Dan's expertise extends beyond the legal field; as an entrepreneur himself, he understands the challenges of building a successful business.

Tune in to The Intentional Entrepreneur™ podcast to gain valuable insights and strategies for thriving as an intentional entrepreneur. Join Dan as he interviews industry leaders and provides actionable advice for business success.

Website: https://caneilaw.com/

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Welcome to Episode 69 of The Intentional Entrepreneur.

In this episode of The Intentional Entrepreneur, host Dan X. Nguyen interviews Franchise Consultant Jeremy Bollington. Jeremy shares his expertise in helping individuals navigate the E2 visa process and find suitable franchise opportunities in the United States. He discusses the requirements and challenges of the E2 visa, the advantages of investing in franchises, and offers valuable advice on starting and growing a successful business.

Tune in now and discover the ins and outs of the E2 visa process and the world of franchise consulting.

In this episode, you'll discover:

- The E2 Visa Process and Franchise Investment

- Challenges and Considerations in Franchise Investing

- The Role of a Franchise Consultant

- Growth Industries and Flexibility in Business Opportunities

- Importance of Due Diligence and Financial Management

About Jeremy Bollington

Jeremy is a Franchise Consultant with Your Franchise is Waiting, where he works with individuals to help them explore franchise ownership options. Jeremy guides his clients through a detailed discovery process to understand their transferable skills, goals and objectives and then works to find an ideal match. In doing so, Jeremy also brings his own experiences as a small business owner to bear – Jeremy became a franchise owner (via two separate brands) in 2016. While Jeremy works with individuals from varied backgrounds, he has developed a specialism focused upon those seeking to immigrate to the US via the E2 Visa program, helping such clients find a franchise to support their Visa application.

Links & Mentions from This Episode:

https://www.yourfranchiseiswaiting.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/franchise-expert/

About Dan X Nguyen, Esq.

Meet Dan X. Nguyen, Esq., the host of The Intentional Entrepreneur™ podcast. With a background as an attorney, author, and speaker, Dan brings a wealth of knowledge to the show. As the founder of CANEI™ law firm, he has helped many businesses overcome legal hurdles. But Dan's expertise extends beyond the legal field; as an entrepreneur himself, he understands the challenges of building a successful business.

Tune in to The Intentional Entrepreneur™ podcast to gain valuable insights and strategies for thriving as an intentional entrepreneur. Join Dan as he interviews industry leaders and provides actionable advice for business success.

Website: ⁠⁠https://caneilaw.com/⁠

Thanks for Tuning In!

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Welcome to Episode 68 of The Intentional Entrepreneur.

In this episode, Chris Prefontaine Founder, CEO, & Coach at Smart Real Estate Coach, joins host Dan X. Nguyen to discuss creative financing strategies and the different motivations of sellers, providing examples of his most creative deals.

Join us on The Intentional Entrepreneur podcast as we delve into the world of real estate with Chris Prefontaine, a seasoned expert sharing his strategies for creative financing and transforming employees into successful real estate investors!

In this episode, you'll discover:

- The development of the three Payday system for real estate investing

- The concept of buying and selling real estate on terms and creative financing

- Finding ideal sellers through expired listings, for sale by owners, and other niched lists

- Different avatars of sellers for owner financing and subject to properties

- An example of a creative financing deal involving an oceanfront property

- The importance of understanding motivations when structuring creative financing deals

About Chris Prefontaine

Chris Prefontaine is the four-time best-selling author of Real Estate on Your Terms, The New Rules of Real Estate Investing, and Sell With Authority for Real Estate Investors. He’s also founder of the Wicked Smart companies and host of the Smart Real Estate Coach Podcast. Chris has been in real estate for over 31 years. His experience ranges from constructing new homes in the 1990s and owning a Realty Executive Franchise to running his own investments (commercial & residential) and coaching clients throughout North America.

Links & Mentions from This Episode:

Free Giveaway Book- http://wickedsmartbooks.com/dan1

Master’s Class - www.smartrealestatecoach.com/mastersclass

About Dan X Nguyen, Esq.

Meet Dan X. Nguyen, Esq., the host of The Intentional Entrepreneur™ podcast. With a background as an attorney, author, and speaker, Dan brings a wealth of knowledge to the show. As the founder of CANEI™ law firm, he has helped many businesses overcome legal hurdles. But Dan's expertise extends beyond the legal field; as an entrepreneur himself, he understands the challenges of building a successful business.

Tune in to The Intentional Entrepreneur™ podcast to gain valuable insights and strategies for thriving as an intentional entrepreneur. Join Dan as he interviews industry leaders and provides actionable advice for business success.

Website: ⁠⁠https://caneilaw.com/⁠

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Welcome to Episode 62 of the The Intentional Entrepreneur.

On this episode, I interviewed Nathan Hirsch, CEO of EcomBalance and Outsource School

Nathan shares his insights and experiences in creating businesses with solid processes and teams that are not only profitable but also sellable. He emphasizes the importance of good processes, clean books, and a well-supported team. He also discusses diversifying and ensuring financial security for employees, as well as things to consider when hiring: the three types – followers, doers, and experts. Furthermore, he talks about selling to good people who share your values.

So, if you want to learn from his experiences and strategies for building and selling businesses with purpose, tune in now!

In this episode, you'll discover:

- Building and holding onto the profitable core business

- Making informed decisions and avoiding fads

- Seizing the right opportunities

- The role of clean books and efficient processes

- Building a reliable team and retaining employees

- Selling to the right buyers about us

Nathan Hirsch is a lifelong entrepreneur and currently the CEO of EcomBalance and Outsource School. Nathan is best known for co-founding FreeUp.net in 2015 with an initial $5,000 investment, scaling it to $12 million in yearly revenue, and having it acquired in 2019. Today, he leads EcomBalance, an online bookkeeping service for eCommerce and digital businesses, and Outsource School, a membership teaching business owners how to hire effectively online. Nathan has appeared on 400+ podcasts, is a social media personality. Him and his wife live in Denver, Colorado with his two dogs where they are foster parents.

Learn more: https://www.outsourceschool.com

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Outsource school: https://paykstrt.com/20191/69191

AccountsBalance: https://accountsbalance.com

Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathanhirsch/

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Welcome to Episode 61 of the The Intentional Entrepreneur.

On this episode, I interviewed Jesse Rubenfeld, the founder of Finoptimal.

Rubenfeld emphasizes the importance of using better processes and technology to reduce costs for clients, ultimately helping businesses grow without scaling costs linearly. Rubenfeld shares his entrepreneurial journey from working for an entrepreneur to building Finoptimal.

So if you want to learn how accounting automation and better processes can save businesses time and money, tune in now!

In this episode, you'll discover:

1. Improving processes and technology to help businesses grow without scaling costs linearly

2. Discussing the accounting automation benefits

3. Building bespoke and standalone tools that work powerfully together

4. Hiring test for accountants with a focus on accounting principles and love of the profession

5. Importance of QuickBooks integration being built by accountants, for accountants

6. Jesse' entrepreneurial journey and building a company without doing everything himself

About Us Jesse Rubenfeld is an entrepreneur who began his journey after graduating from college with a desire to create his own business. He pursued his MBA during these years, still not sure of his next venture. After completing the program, he began looking into automating accounting functions and started taking clients on the side. This led to the creation of his company, Finoptimal, which currently has approximately one million dollars in annual recurring revenue. Recently, they released a software product called accruer, which was built by a team of people. Jesse is proud of what his team has done and is striving to build an organization that can function without him.

Learn more: https://www.finoptimal.com

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/jesserubenfeld/

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Welcome to Episode 60 of the The Intentional Entrepreneur.

In this episode, Joshua E. Hernandez and I discuss how virtual family offices can benefit business owners.

So if you want to learn what is virtual family offices, how they help business owners, and when to start thinking forming one, tune in now!

In this episode, you'll discover:

* What is virtual family offices and how they help business owners

* The difference of forward looking and and backward looking with regards to the family office

* Dealing with business owners with existing CPAs, Attorneys or tax professionals

* When to start thinking forming a virtual family office

* Some case studies about how a virtual family office benefit a business owner

About Us

Joshua E. Hernandez is an expert in virtual family offices whose accomplishments include:

Certified Financial Educator, over 10 years in the business helping entrepreneurs, business owners and families with their finances.

More Information

Learn more about how you can improve your results with virtual family offices with www.timewithjosh.com

Virtual Family Offices Links & Mentions From This Episode:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuaehernandezadvisor/

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Welcome to Episode 59 of the The Intentional Entrepreneur.

In this episode, Marty Greenbaum and I discuss types of franchises that are the most recession proof.

So if you want to know what things to consider before buying franchise, learn the benefits of a franchise over independent business ownership, and learn best practices for investigating franchise options so you can determine which franchise is the best fit for you, tune in now!

In this episode, you'll discover:

* What categories of franchise businesses are recession proof?

* Best practices for investigating franchise options

* How franchise companies make money on royalties

* Success rates in franchising than opening independent business with non-franchise

* Things to look out for when buying a franchise unit and if it's right for you

* Advantages that a franchise could offer between success and value

* Tips on making decisions in franchising

* Things to consider before buying franchise

About Us

Marty Greenbaum is a 30+ years Franchising Veteran whose accomplishments include:

* Marty Greenbaum, CFE is a 30+ year franchise industry professional, Certified Franchise Executive (CFE) and founder of Smart Franchise Investing. Marty was fortunate to grow up in an entrepreneurial family, his grandfather owning one of the largest specialty printing companies in downtown Chicago and his father a serial entrepreneur that was a pioneer in the shipping and packaging industry. The foundation of Marty’s business experience comes from his personal involvement in opening 500 stores, serving as Director of Operations and ultimately as Vice President of Marketing.

More Information

Learn more about how you can improve your results with franchises with https://www.smartfranchiseinvesting.com/

Links & Mentions From This Episode:

marty@smartfranchiseinvesting.com

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Welcome to Episode 58 of the The Intentional Entrepreneur.

In this episode, Mickie Kennedy and I discuss How Credibility Through PR Allows Businesses to Close More Sales Online and Offline.

So if you want to know the benefits when small businesses get an article written about them, some tips or strategies to get picked up by larger publications so you can get more clients and customers through PR, tune in now!

In this episode, you'll discover:

* Benefits when small businesses get an article written about them

* Why online social proof is the same lane as referrals

* The difference between press release and articles

* Calculating the effectiveness of an article or an e-release

* Press release strategies and schedules

* When should a business take advantage of press release

* Tips or strategies to get picked up by larger publications

About Us

Mickie Kennedy is an expert in PR whose accomplishments include:

* Mickie Kennedy believes that with some effort and a little money, the possibilities are endless. He is an expert at helping small businesses, authors, and startups increase their visibility and credibility. Mickie founded eReleases 24+ years ago after realizing that small businesses desperately need a press release service they can actually afford, giving them access to the media and to a national newswire – all with a personal touch. He holds an MFA in Creative Writing with an emphasis in Poetry from George Mason University.

* His press releases have resulted in articles being published in the Wall Street Journal, CNN, Bloomberg, and many more prestigious new outlets.

More Information

For more info, check out: https://www.ereleases.com/

Links & Mentions From This Episode:

https://www.ereleases.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/publicity/

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Welcome to Episode 57 of the The Intentional Entrepreneur.

In this episode, Carl Gould and I discuss Pricing Strategies That Will Grow Your Business.

So if you want to know some pricing strategies for services, and learn how to differentiate one's pricing from other competitor so you can establish your self as an authority in your niche, tune in now!

In this episode, you'll discover:

* How do you communicate your pricing to your clientele

* Pricing as an experimental like marketing

* In pricing, why those at the top and at the bottom are perceived as experts

* Why you need to raise your pricing regularly

* How do you judge quality service

* What's wrong when it's too cheap or too less expensive?

* How do you provide more value?

* How to establish your self as an authority in your niche

About Us

Carl Gould is an expert in Pricing Strategies whose accomplishments include:

* A worldwide leading authority on business and entrepreneurship who built three multi-million dollar businesses by age 40.

* Award-winning Coach/Mentor Created the farthest-reaching business mentoring organization in the world, and his methodologies are in practice in 35 countries.

* He has trained, certified, or accredited over 7,000 Business Coaches and Mentors since 2002. Multi-award winner including a Stevie Lifetime Achievement Award

* Chief Growth Advisor at 7 Stage Advisors that has mentored the launch of over five thousand businesses. Some of the companies he’s helped are companies like Allstate, American Idol, USA Olympic Track, IBM, McGraw-Hill, and the US Army

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Learn more about how you can improve your results with pricing strategies with https://carl360.com/

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Welcome to Episode 56 of the The Intentional Entrepreneur.

In this episode, Rob Hoglund and I discuss how business owners can take advantage of the Employment Retention Tax Credit from the IRS.

So, if you want to know what to look for when looking for an ERTC service provider and the time frame for a business owner to get some resolution from applying with the ERTC so you can take advantage of this tax credit, tune in now!

In this episode, you'll discover:

* What business owners should look for when looking for a ERTC service provider

* Why should you go with someone who is licensed?

* Deadline for business owners who need to apply for this credit

* Industries with favorable outcomes

* Preparation for initial consultation with Rob

About Us

Rob Hoglund is an expert in Employment Retention Tax Credit whose accomplishments include:

* Robert J. Hoglund attended law school and graduated from Hamline University School of Law in 1990 and began practicing law in 1990.

* Robert Hoglund is an attorney at Hoglund Law, helping people with business bankruptcy issues. Hoglund Law has an office in Roseville, Minnesota, serving the local community.

* In 2020, Rob started helping small business owners throughout United States relative to the employee retention tax credit

More Information

Learn more about how you can improve your results with Employment Retention Tax Credit with Rob at robhoglund@hoglundlaw.com or contact him at 612 791 1382

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Welcome to Episode 52 of the The Intentional Entrepreneur.  

In this episode third part of a four part series, Barry Rutten and I discuss Four Sneaky Threats to Financial Security.  

So if you want to learn the importance of converting your assets into income-producing assets so you can turn them into wealth, tune in now!  

In this episode, you'll discover:  

* The importance of converting your assets into income-producing assets 

* How does the three levels of the society spend their money 

* Strategies of the wealthy people why they retire early compared with W-2 Employees 

* Some examples of business owners' smart decisions that add income and revenue 

* The importance of deployment of our business assets as a methodology to create more financial assets outside the business  

About Us 

Barry Rutten is an expert in converting your assets into income-producing assets whose accomplishments include:  

*Barry Rutten, an admitted industry “contrarian” who is wary and often critical of conventional financial wisdom, is the Co-Founder and a Partner in WealthDefense Insurance Group LLC, which focuses on the unique needs and goals of business owners, high income professionals, upwardly mobile families, real estate investors, and those entering or already in retirement.  

More Information

Learn more about how you can improve your results with converting your assets into income-producing assets with https://wealthdefensegroup.com/ 

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Welcome to Episode 51 of the The Intentional Entrepreneur. 

In this episode, Barry Rutten and I discuss Part Two of the Four Sneaky Threats to Financial Security.

So if you want to learn some ways to manage business risks, the importance of having a risk management plan, and want to know some simple ideas to financial planning so you can manage business risks, tune in now!

In this episode, you'll discover:

* The things you can do with business risks

* What is business overhead expense interruption

* Importance of having risks management plan

* Simple ideas to financial planning

About Us

Barry Rutten is an expert in managing business risks whose accomplishments include:

* Barry Rutten, an admitted industry “contrarian” who is wary and often critical of conventional financial wisdom, is the Co-Founder and a Partner in WealthDefense Insurance Group LLC, which focuses on the unique needs and goals of business owners, high income professionals, upwardly mobile families, real estate investors, and those entering or already in retirement.

More Information

Learn more about how you can improve your results with managing business risks with https://wealthdefensegroup.com/

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Welcome to Episode 50 of the The Intentional Entrepreneur.   

In this part 1 of a 4 part episode, Barry Rutten and I discuss Four Sneaky Threats to Financial Security.   So if you want to know how to value and run your business to extract its maximum value, why we need to build the business as if you want to sell it, and learn some advice of selling a business, tune in now!

In this episode, you'll discover:  

* Identifying a value or method of valuing your business 

* Understanding the value of the business even if solopreneur, 

* Why having business partners, the business valuation becomes critical 

* What is a buy sell agreement 

* Getting advice of selling the business 

* Transferring the business to the next generation  

About Us 

Barry Rutten is an expert in valuing and running your business whose accomplishments include:  * Barry Rutten, an admitted industry “contrarian” who is wary and often critical of conventional financial wisdom, is the Co-Founder and a Partner in WealthDefense Insurance Group LLC, which focuses on the unique needs and goals of business owners, high income professionals, upwardly mobile families, real estate investors, and those entering or already in retirement.  

More Information 

Learn more about how you can improve your results with valuing and running your business with https://wealthdefensegroup.com/  

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Welcome to Episode 41 of the The Intentional Entrepreneur. 

In this episode, Sarry Ibrahim and I discussed understanding the Infinite Banking Concept strategy to grow and protect wealth safely.

So if you want to learn how can business owners can take advantage of Bank On Your Self Concept (aka Infinite Banking), and know Sarry's advice to people regarding life insurance so you can leverage its hidden strategy, tune in now!

In this episode, you'll discover:

* Understanding the Infinite Banking Concept strategy to grow your wealth

* What are the benefits and how can business owners take advantage of Bank On Your Self Concept

* When should real estate investors get into this policy

* Advice to people regarding life insurance

* Hidden strategy of leverage of life insurance policy

About Us

Sarry Ibrahim is an expert in helping high net worth individuals, real estate investors, and retirees grow and protect their wealth predictably and safely whose accomplishments include:

* Financial consultant health and life agent 

* He prides himself on attending all client meetings without expectations or preconceived ideas to ensure that he is solving his client’s problems. 

* Founded financial asset protection after learning about the Infinite Banking Concept

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Learn more about how you can improve your results with https://finassetprotection.com/

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Welcome to Episode 40 of the The Intentional Entrepreneur. 

In this episode, Danny Weis and I discussed how to succeed in cannabis and hemp business legally.

So if you want to know how to start a CBD business legally, be compliant on cannabis-derived products, and know some of the trends and insights in this industry, tune in now!

In this episode, you'll discover:

* Danny's experience as a lawyer working with clients in cannabis industry

* How to be legally compliant on cannabis-derived products

* The trends of cannabis industry business

* 3 things you need to know when starting a CBD business

* Compliance and licensing process on hemp, CBD, and cannabis industry

* Importance of having a team to make this business successful

About Us

Danny Weis is an expert in cannabis and hemp business development, licensing, tax structuring and regulatory compliance whose accomplishments include:

* Attorney in California working in the CBD and alcohol distribution industry 

* Real estate broker

* Has worked both in  cannabis and real estate industry on the legal side 

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Learn how to succeed on cannabis and hemp business legally with http://vicelegal.com/

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Welcome to Episode 39 of the The Intentional Entrepreneur. 

In this episode, Zunie Nguyen, CPA (no relation)  and I discuss what she learned from her own journey in trying to achieve financial independence.

So if you're looking for tax-saving strategies to achieve financial independence and learn why financial decisions are strongly linked to mental health and happiness, tune in now!

In this episode, you'll discover:

* Zunie's journey starting her business, Yogi CPA

* Tax saving strategies for people looking for financial independence

* How entrepreneurship can help with tax deductions

* How giving her self a chance to pursue what she like helped her achieve financial independence and happiness

About Us

Zunie Nguyen is an expert in achieving financial independence whose accomplishments include:

* Yogi & Certified Public Accountant licensed in Texas & California

* In the recent Covid-19 crisis, helped small business & sole proprietor clients obtain over $5 Millions SBA funding required for their business survival

* Top 6 Finalist for the 2021 Innovative Practitioner of the Year award by CPA.com

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Learn more about how you can improve your results with achieving financial independence with https://yogicpa.com/

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