Your First Thousand Clients With Mitch Russo

There are times that the greatest opportunities in our lives come to us as trials that will make us question the facts that we’ve been taught. As a business broker, David Barnett sold 36 companies in a span of three years. Now he is a business advisor who helps small business owners in buying and selling businesses. But what drives David more is the desire to help people get in to the jobs that they want and the ones that reward them for their hard work.Resources Mentioned in This Episode:David BarnettDavid’s YouTube channelDavid’s blog siteDavid’s LinkedInMedium.com iTunes 12 Things to do Before You Consider Selling Your Business The E-MythBuild a Business That People Will Want to BuyBeyond The E-MythEasySmallBizSystems.comLove the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here’s How »Join Your First Thousand Clients Community today:mitchrusso.comMitch Russo LinkedIn

Growing a business from a disaster seems daunting enough, but having to sell that business and make it attractive to prospective buyers is something Kevin Waldron would have never thought of dipping his toes into. Now a high-growth performance coach, Kevin shares his experience and perspective on how to figure out a system for business recovery or growth that will make your business work and perfect it to the point where success is the only outcome.Resources Mentioned in this Episode:Kevin Waldron The E MythOlympic RestorationDavid AllenWaldronLeadership.comLove the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here’s How »Join Your First Thousand Clients Community today:mitchrusso.comMitch Russo LinkedIn

Living a life of integrity as an affiliate marketer, Chris Miles learned that making more value meant making more money, which lead to an early retirement at the age of 28. As a financial advisor, Chris decided to stop hustling and not drive away the results that he wanted. Money ripples once you find out what your mindset is lacking and stop wallowing on scarcity and depression.Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Chris Miles You Too Can Be Prosperous Who Took My Money 4-Hour Workweek The Chris Miles Money ShowMoney RipplesMoneyRipples.comLove the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here’s How »Join Your First Thousand Clients Community today:mitchrusso.comMitch Russo LinkedIn

Today’s episode is another story about plunging the depths of failure, struggle and a resounding recovery to success. My guest started out as a software engineer and worked for several big-named companies before the global financial crisis hit, and he lost his contract. He ended up developing a game and was looking for ways to promote it, which led him to learn about SEO. He started creating tools that increased website ranking, which is now the basis for his company, Ardor SEO. Let’s welcome Kris Reid to the show.Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Ardor SEOEntrepreneur.com The Daily StoicThe Coolest Guy in SEOLove the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here’s How »Join Your First Thousand Clients Community today:mitchrusso.comMitch Russo LinkedIn

Today’s guest knows all about money and he has some secrets to share. He didn’t acquire those secrets easily or by accident. He needed to suffer, like we all do from time to time. After a difficult divorce which nearly broke him emotionally and financially, this super CFP, Certified Financial Planner, figured out how to use money to make more money. Introducing Justin Krane, a frequent guest on MSNBC and a money strategist for business owners. He helps you understand the money side of your business. Justin isn’t about cutting back and living a frugal life. That’s no fun. Justin is all about getting the shoes, doing the sushi, living the best life that you possibly can and saving for the future. Justin is the author of the book, Money. You Got This. He shares his every day crazy, funny life stories and gives you a money lesson.Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Justin Krane Money. You Got ThisDamion LupoTony RobbinsChet Holmes The ONE ThingCashFlowGift.comLove the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and shar

My guest today is an expert at one of the most powerful disciplines required to build any business in any company. I had the pleasure of meeting her in 2009 as she appeared on my stage with Tony Robbins at the Ultimate Business Mastery Summit, which is where Tony, Chet and I launched that company. She was incredible and her training became part of the curriculum for every member of our community. Now, she helps leaders create their publicity plan and execute to success. Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Ultimate Business Mastery SummitJill LublinRock and Roll Hall of Fame Guerrilla Publicity Networking Magic Get Noticed… Get ReferralsProfit of Kindness Profit of Kindness on AmazonLove the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here’s How »Join Your First Thousand Clients Community today:mitchrusso.comMitch Russo LinkedIn

Today’s guest and I have something in common. We both worked directly with Tony Robbins, in much different capacities, but that’s where our experiences diverge. My guest found himself on Captain Sully’s Flight 1549 as he was about to crash land in the Hudson River opposite Manhattan. In the freezing cold, he rose to the occasion and will tell us his story of just how he saved dozens of passengers and himself from what could have been instant death for all. Welcome, Dave Sanderson, to the show. Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Dave Sanderson Unlimited PowerMoments MatterTED Talk Bouncing Back@DaveSandersonSpeaks - FacebookDavid Sanderson - LinkedIn@DaveSanderson2 - Twitter@DaveSandersonSpeaks - Instagram Brace for ImpactLove the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here’s How »Join Your First Thousand Clients Community today:mitchrusso.comMitch Russo LinkedIn

Robert Plank started marketing useful digital tools for people all over the world when he was in high school. Since then, he has built 25 to 30 renowned courses over the past eight years. Today, Robert continues to succeed at creating new marketing tools at different price points for all types of people including Backup Creator and Membership Cube. In addition to creating valuable software, Robert also hosts his own podcast, Marketer of the Day, where he speaks with a number of the internet’s top marketers and entrepreneurs.Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Backup CreatorMore of Robert's ProductsRobert's BlogMembership CubeLove the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here’s How »Join Your First Thousand Clients Community today:mitchrusso.comMitch Russo LinkedIn

Perry Marshall started his professional life as an electrical engineer but was promptly laid off. With no job, no money, and no prospects for work, he became a marketing consultant, but the real turning point for Perry was the discovery of the 80/20 principle which led to several life-changing transitions. He eventually wrote Ultimate Guide to Google Adwords in 2007 which became the world’s most popular book for internet advertising. Since then, he’s built a series of courses for his clients to elevate their skills, their revenues, and their lives.Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Perry's WebsitePerry's 30-Day RebootMore of Perry's Products80/20 Curve80/20 Sales and Marketing by Perry Marshall 80/20 Principle: The Secret to Success by Achieving More with Less by Richard Koch Ultimate Guide to Google AdWords: How to Access 100 Million People in 10 Minutes by Perry Marshall Ultimate Guide to Facebook Advertising: How to Access 600 Million Customers in 10 Minutes by Perry Marshall Evolution 2.0: Breaking th

Steve Aitchison has a digital following of over 4 million people. He has combined his background in personal development with his expertise in social media, blogging, coaching to build his program, Your Digital Formula. Steve also utilizes social media as a way to inspire others to take an interest in their personal development, health, and success.In this episode, we will be discussing:Growing a small product in a particular spaceThe start of Steve’s first large projectSteve’s utilization of Facebook to expand his self-help audienceThe moment Steve discovered the “Digital Formula”How Steve adapts to Facebook’s changesSteve’s secret formula for creating viral videosThe importance of making your content good from the very startHow to make videos that can be repurposedKnowing the approaches that work for youResources Mentioned in This Episode: Your Digital FormulaCoupon Code: MitchGuided Mind Steve's Facebook VideosAudioblocksVideoblocksDreamstime The Ultimate Sales Machine: Turbocharge Your Business with Relen

Bernadette L. Harris is a tax and forensic accountant, #1 best-selling author, business strategist, keynote speaker, and trainer committed to “Keeping Small Business In Business”. In addition to her coaching and speaking practice, Bernadette runs a tax and forensic accounting firm, By The Book Accounting. That business has allowed her to help thousands of entrepreneurs across the country start, run, and grow thriving ventures.In this episode, we will be discussing:The emotional pieces that built Bernadette’s careerHow insider theft hurts people and businessesWhy business owners often deny that theft is happening to themHow Bernadette scaled her businessExamples of different types of fraudSigns that someone could be committing fraud in your businessHow to assess if someone in your business is committing theftThe steps to take after you discover fraud in your businessThe actions that are taken against people who commit theft in the workplaceWhy Bernadette wants to see fewer businesses fail Resources Mentio

Andy Crestodina is a co-founder and the Strategic Director of Orbit Media, an award-winning 38-person web design company in Chicago. Andy is an expert in marketing, having built a company with 5 million in revenue with only 17 employees. Andy helps people understand how to double their traffic without spending money using his perfected processes that include utilizing testimonials and simplifying website designs to increase traffic and sales.In this episode, we will be discussing:Driving people to your business by smart marketingWhy “search” is the most important channel to your websiteSearch optimizing your website with keywordsUnderstanding both halves of the equation, marketing and customersImproving old content rather than writing new contentThe functionality of Mitch’s websitesGuiding the visitor’s attention with simplificationKnowing the importance of testimonialsThe benefit of sprinkling your strongest evidence throughout your websiteUtilizing your website to have a conversation with your consumersReso

Scott Oldford On Failure is AbsoluteScott Oldford started at seven years old selling eggs from his home. By the time he was 16, Scott was running a very successful company, helping those online with their programming and internet marketing. In 2013, Scott’s third company failed while 726 thousand dollars in debt. About a year later, Scott built a company that did nearly 1 million in revenue. Today, Scott continues to fulfill his purpose, while working with entrepreneurs to show them how to stop losing out on 80% of their potential leads by using effective online marketing funnels.In this episode, we will be discussing:Finding pleasure in the pain that is entrepreneurshipHow Scott continued after acquiring $726,000 in debtSeeking fulfillment rather than moneyScott’s view of success as a clue, but failure as an absoluteEliminating your emotional immune system to be a successful entrepreneurViewing failure as a character-building pursuitWhy Scott learns from people who failWhy Scott learns his lessons from peopl

Dustin Mathews is the co-founder of SpeakingEmpire, a company created to help people get their message out, monetize their message, and build a world-class Speaking Empire. Dustin started as “the geek behind the curtains,” utilizing Infusionsoft to figure out what worked for internet marketing campaigns, but something bigger was deep inside, allowing Dustin to emerge as a powerhouse CEO, speaker, author, and leader. Dustin soon became the “one on stage,” partnering with Dan Kennedy, filling auditoriums, and helping build-up clients who are now featured in Forbes, Wall Street Journal, and MAD Magazine.In this episode, we will be discussing:Dustin’s passion and eagerness to learn that set him in the right directionAcknowledging and utilizing your fear to push yourself furtherDustin’s journey to making his first productThe challenge that pushed Dustin to create his superior productHow Dustin built the Speaking Empire we know todayThe power of verbal communication over e-mail conversationsHow Dustin broke down hi

Steve Gordon is the founder of The Unstoppable CEO and author of Unstoppable Referrals: 10x Referrals Half the Effort. Steve uses his business to help professionals gain more referrals in less time, allowing them to spend minimal time working on growing their business and more time running their business, allowing them the time to nurture personal relationships. Steve encourages entrepreneurs to share their stories with one another in order to identify the traits and character behind every hard-working business professional.In this episode, we will be discussing:How devastating events continue to impact a changing societyDiversifying your client baseChoosing what to be persistent atOwning your outcomesWhat to do in the face of a traumatic eventCreating change for your business through yourselfObtaining 10x referrals with half the effortAligning your business with self-interestThe moral obligation of helping others through your businessSteve’s want to go back to the source of wisdomSteve’s mission of enabling

Mr. Hartman is no stranger to “trial and terror”; through these trials he has learned the difference between good investments and bad ones. He believes income property is the most reliable monetary investment, but relationships with people are what drives success.As Founder and CEO of Platinum Properties Investor Network Inc., Mr. Hartman is a business expert. At the young age of 19, Mr. Hartman began his career by earning his real estate license; only a year later he bought his first property. Since then, he has been involved in thousands of real estate transactions and has owned income properties in 11 different states. For 13 years, Mr. Hartman has shared his investment wisdom on his podcast Creating Wealth Show.In this episode, Jason Hartman and I will discuss: Quality VS quantityClient engagementFailures in real estate investingHow to avoid scandalsSpeculationsThe definition of investmentHow a business is differentDiversifying real estate investmentsConservative investingHow to take advantage of the

Chris Martenson is a trained scientist who uses his knowledge of data to predict the outcome of the economy. People from all over the world know Chris for The Crash Course, a seminal video seminar that elaborated on a then prediction of the 2008 housing market crash.In this episode, we will be discussing:Chris Martenson predicting the future of market crashes through dataTrusting data over feelingAdopting and adapting strategies in tradingChris’s seminar that he uploaded online predicting the market crashUtilizing your knowledge to gather information in a “too much information” ageThe ability of quality content to become widespreadBuilding a business around helping others understand intricate ideasThe connection between authenticity, vulnerability, and successPermanence in online and offline presenceToday’s stock market and where Trump is taking its futureEliminating hope from strategyLearning about your business through the work you put into itResources Mentioned in This Episode:Summit at SeaPeak ProsperityC

Have you ever heard of The Boardroom Report? Yup, Brian Kurtz helped Marti Edelston grow a 5 million dollar company into a 160 million dollar company. That’s who you are about to hear tell his fascinating story about building someone else’s empire then branching away to start Titans of Marketing, focusing on direct marketing. His book; The Advertising Solution helps others build their own niche and create their marketing plan.In this episode, we will be discussing:How young entrepreneurs earning a reputation in environments encouraging internal entrepreneurshipThe stigma around working for someone else as an entrepreneurThe importance of focusing on yourself to achieve the goal of independenceThe measurable response of direct response marketingThe “40/40/20 Rule: List/Offer/Messaging”Finding people for your narrow nicheHow to utilize list-buildingRecency, frequency, and monetary ValueSlowing down to make moneyEducating one’s self to enhance visibilityResources Mentioned in This Episode:Brian's WebsiteThe Adve

After years of selling door to door, Steve Harrison partnered with his brother, Bill, to found Bradley Communications after he discovered how to help over 12,000 people bring their books to market. Steve’s Quantum Leap mentors people through the publishing process and in addition to pairs them with media outlets such as MSNBC, CNN, FOX, and other major networks. Steve also runs the yearly National Publicity Summit where hundreds of press people come to hear about what his clients are working on.In this episode, we will be discussing: Steve Harrison’s summer job in college transforming into today’s careerThe necessity of failure for successUtilizing schedule and order to maintain a winning streakDetaching from outcome to approach situations with confidenceSteve’s big move after five years of selling door to doorWriting marketing materials for othersMarketing the person rather than the productTransforming from individual to brandAssessing why people don’t buyOwning your area of expertise and sharing what y

After being wholeheartedly dissatisfied with his everyday life, David Neagle unlocked his potential by tapping into his greatest resource, himself. He grew to become an executive corporate manager, a stock investor, and a business owner. David is the best-selling author of The Millions Within and is known as one of the architects of the personal growth industry.In this episode, we will be discussing:David’s beginnings and his encounters with “the pronounced voice”Working with Bob Proctor as his mentorAccepting responsibility and taking controlDavid’s tragedy and how that awakened a sense of urgency to alter his thinkingInitiating change in life to be more successfulMaking the decision to move forwardChanging your view of personal success to meet your personal and financial goalsRelationships enabling/disabling the ability to execute ambitionSecuring your desired content from life through perseverance and driveHow desire always shows you the way to goOvercoming your resistance that is defeating desireWhy you s