Welcome to the Pitfalls, Traps & Barriers: The Entrepreneurs Journey Podcast where we engage with entrepreneurs and business leaders to learn more about their journey. And how they navigate life's pitfalls, traps, and barriers. With host, Don Booth.
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Each month we take a topic, and discuss it using 5 games as examples of those highs and lows.
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Being famous has many benefits. Money, prestige, and recognition for your talent, would make most people very happy. On the other hand, being crowded by paparazzi, and getting death threats in the mail, makes being famous a very complicated thing. In this show, you will be getting an inside view of what it's really like to be a star. With opinions fromJack Black, Michael Chabon, Ayelet Waldmann, Kevin Weisman, Merrin Dungey, and Ildy Modrovich. You will learn the perks and pitfalls of being ...
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So often as Business Owners and Upper Level Managers, we see great talent in our team and immediately think, "HEY, they'll make great managers!" Are you SURE? If they are not trained how to be effective LEADERS, it could have dire consequences on your organization and the morale of the employee that you have just promoted. There are some tips to ensure that becomes a success, however it requires that we train them to be true leaders as opposed to just taking their skills and hoping that they ...
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The podcast is hosted by one of the top franchise development executives in North America, Don Schin. With 23 years of experience in all aspects of franchising, Don teaches all the ins and outs of selling franchises whether you’re a franchisor, a broker, a consultant, or a franchise development manager. Additionally with Don’s large network of some of the top marketers, trainers, and professional speakers in business, and his to the point/maximum punch interviewing style, you’ll never want t ...
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Women in Nondestructive Testing with our guest Maisey Jay
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In this episode we talk to Maisey Jay, a graduate of the American Institute of Nondestructive Testing. She talks about her career in NDT and the various countries she has visited on her journey in the inspection industry. Maisey Jay is a Nondestructive Testing technician who has traveled to several countries performing inspection across a wide arra…
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What is "Self Friendship" and "Intucentricism™" with my guest Blizzard Planit
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In today's Episode we talk about the belief system which our guest calls Intucentricism™, which prioritizes one’s intuition, self-control, and self-expression with openness to the experiences, desires, and feelings of others. It centers on personal expansion rooted in Self Friendship. Leading with Intucentricism will result in the collective expans…
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Dealing with Burnout with our Guest Patrice Bonfiglio
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Join us to discuss the impact of burnout on your life, including your health and business. We take a look at the various causes and discuss solutions to alleviate burnout. Patrice Bonfiglio is the President of Sarissa Capital Management LP, a registered investment adviser focused on shareholder activism in healthcare. Prior to being president, she …
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Labor Market Data, What It Is and Why It Matters
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Today I talked to Andrew Crapuchettes about employee recruitment, nurturing and development. We also delve into labor market data, what it is and why it matters in today's highly competitive workforce market. Andrew is a pioneer in the labor market data and analytics industry, and he is the visionary behind RedBalloon. Mr. Crapuchettes began his ca…
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Meditation, Plant Medicine, and Introspection with my guest Chris Rodman
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Today, I’m thrilled to have Chris Rodman with us. Chris is a passionate advocate for holistic wellness, blending the ancient practices of meditation with the transformative power of plant medicine. Chris brings a unique perspective that bridges the spiritual and the scientific. Join us as we dive deep into the benefits of meditation, the role of pl…
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The Importance of Childhood Development with my guest, Marisol Castillo
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Today we talked with Marisol Castillo about childhood development. Marisol is an amazingly gifted therapist with deep insight into how children learn and grow. She is also an amazing entrepreneur with a touching and inspiring story of how she started her business in Jaco, Costa Rica. Marisol holds a Bachelor's Degree in Speech Therapy and brings wi…
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What are Chambers of Commerce and How Can They Help Your Business Succeed
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Learn about Chambers of Commerce from Matt Kilian, Minnesota's Executive of the year for 2024. We discuss what chambers of commerce are, and what services they can provide to help your business on many different levels. Matt Kilian is the president of the Brainerd Lakes Chamber of Commerce, one of Minnesota’s largest chambers representing 1,100 sma…
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Innovation, Drive, Discipline. One CEO's point of view with our guest, Andrew Brown
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Today we dig into what it takes to be an entrepreneur, we talk about Andrew's drive and passion for trade and skilled careers, and we find out how his company, toolfetch.com, has remained successful for 24 years. Andrew Brown is the Founder and CEO of toolfetch.com as well as an avid advocate of the skilled trades through the “Skilled Trades Adviso…
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Understanding Social Media as a Marketing Tool
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David and I discuss how social media has evolved over the years, what social platform may be the best fit for your marketing needs, and what entrepreneurs' need to know about running a successful marketing campaign. We also discuss his Non-Profit organization "Hope for the Arctic". David Pride is the Founder and Chief Relationships Officer of Socia…
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Mental Health is a Human Condition - Our Guest - Lucas Catton
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Today we talk with Lucas Catton, Founder and CEO of Innovia Behavioral Health about the state of mental health around the world and how providing "Sub-Clinical" mental health support to people can reduce, and even prevent, mental health issues worldwide. We will also delve into entrepreneurship and gain some insight from both Lucas and my journeys …
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The Franchise Journey of a 24 year Successful Franchise Executive and Owner pt1
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Thinking of owning a franchise? Hear what it's like after 24 years; share Don's experience as he journeyed through it all.Av Don Schin
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The Most Important Question in Franchise Development
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3 different ways in which this question is so important in franchise development.Av Don Schin
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One of the Biggest Mistakes Franchisors make is Uncovered and Solved!
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The secret to profitable unit sales is a strong manager. Learn the ins and outs of hiring and managing units toward increased profits.Av Don Schin
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How to Better Communicate with your Sales Prospects and Win more often
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World-renowned behavioral assessment expert Dr. Tony Allessandra shares how to use DISC profitably in your business.Av Don Schin
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How Important is a Good Operations Manual for a Franchisor?
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Can your operations manual help retain good employees? Can it help you sell more franchises? Find out today.Av Don Schin
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Here's Something that Trending right now in Franchising.
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Own your own business without quitting your day job! Don teaches what you need to be considering. He talks about what's going on in franchising right now.Av Don Schin
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Buying or Selling a Franchise, you Need to Educate Yourself
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SELLERS: When is the last time you had professional sales training? BUYERS - don't let fear hold you back - get some training.Av Don Schin
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Pipeline Management how to Effectively Implement and use CRMs.
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Dave Hansen helps Avoid the pitfalls and leverage the use of your CRM for greater profits.Av Don Schin
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Rest - it could be the most productive thing you do today
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Don shares personal experience on how he has made resting a success habit.Av Don Schin
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Leadership in Small Business with Luke Frey
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Don and Luke discuss the 5 things you need to be successful at while owning a small business and franchise/franchisee.Av Don Schin
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3 Strategies for Qualifying Franchise Sales Leads
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How do you know whether you've got a serious candidate or not? Don shares 3 simple things you can do to determine the quality and interest of a candidate in your process.Av Don Schin
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7 Attitudes and Actions for your Best Year Ever
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How to have the best year of your life as Don shares his 7 Attitudes and Actions for the best year ever. Sometimes you have to do different things, and sometimes you have to STOP doing some things.Av Don Schin
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2024 Trends, Predictions, and what to Watch Out for in Franchise Development
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No one can predict the future, But Don shares what he's seeing in the marketplace as continuing from last year, and that will impact your results in 2024.Av Don Schin
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What will you do to get better results make more money in 2024?
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Tips on making more money in the new year. What will YOU do differently?Av Don Schin
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Make a difference every day by working on things and in ways that matter
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Leave a legacy; make an impact; make a difference. Here's how.Av Don Schin
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One BIG thing to Consider before Starting a Business!
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Health and fitness has such a tremendous impact on business ownership. Hear strategies to be more successful in business and in life from a fitness expert.Av Don Schin
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How it Benefits your Company When you Give Back to the Community
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Volunteer, donate, support - what franchisees and franchisors should be doing. It helps others and it will come back to benefit your businesses.Av Don Schin
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Life and Business Success : Other Critical Relationships to Have
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Accountability in life is key to success. Other advisors are needed for key stages of life.Av Don Schin
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Want success in life and business? Family relationships are key.Av Don Schin
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Roadmap to Buying a Franchise: What is going to Hold you Back?
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The elephant in the room about buying a franchise.Av Don Schin
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Roadmap to Buying a Franchise: What Kinds of Businesses are out there?
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With over 80 industry/categories and 5000 franchise brands, how do I decide what franchise to buy?Av Don Schin
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In our series on having the most successful year in business and life, Don talks about the importance of having a mentor.Av Don Schin
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Roadmap to buying a franchise Part 2: What's your why?
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The most important thing you can do is decide what your why is.Av Don Schin
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Roadmap to Buying a Franchise - 9 Characteristics you Need to Have
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Do you have what it takes to be a business owner? Part 1 of a series about having a roadmap to buying a franchise. 9 characteristics all successful business owners have.Av Don Schin
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Life and Business Success be all that YOU Can Be
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Put on your own mask first. Be all that YOU can be through these 4 key areas of your life. Maximize the impact and influence you have on all those around you.Av Don Schin
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Top tips on creating business and life success
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Create the maximum life you've always dreamed of. Introduction to business and life success tips. What relationships will help you have the best year of your life?Av Don Schin
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The 2 Biggest Secrets to Wealth Building & Lifestyle through Franchising
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Learn about master franchise and multi-unit franchising from one of North America's top franchise executives.Av Don Schin
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New Franchise Concept Committed to Equipping Entrepreneurs
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New emerging brand franchise looking to disrupt a $6 billion industry!Av Don Schin
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Learn how to prepare and practice; secrets of a wildly successful franchise development and franchise executive.Av Don Schin
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Hot New Franchise in the Recruiting Industry
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Founder cared about being ready when he went to market with his franchise. They're ready now - hot new franchise in recruiting industry for US and Canada.Av Don Schin
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Starting a business - should you go it alone or buy a franchise?
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Start a business through franchising.Av Don Schin
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Top social Media Expert Shares his Secrets to Lead Gen
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His podcast is one of the world's top 10% most listened to! Ken Walls shares what it takes to be an entrepreneur and how to be successful using social media.Av Don Schin
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5 Lead generation strategies you're not doing - and you should!
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We all need to do lead generation. In this episode, we teach lead generation strategies you haven't thought of and aren't doing.Av Don Schin
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Don't buy the wrong business - one friend's story and the pitfalls to avoid.Av Don Schin
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Don reviews the 5 keys to massive lead generation results and consistent sales. Franchise Building Expert's newly released video sales training program.Av Don Schin
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What's holding you back from starting a business?
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The 3 things that will stop you from achieving the dreams of a lifetime.Av Don Schin
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Brand's Growth Breaks out of Emerging Brand Levels - Find Out How!
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Responsible growth through strong, ethical franchise leadership.Av Don Schin
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The grind, doing what few do consistently to be successful.
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Most successful people build habits that others don't. They consistently do what the mediocre do not.Av Don Schin
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Reach more leads, reduce prospects ghosting you...
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Do you REALLY need MORE leads? Reach more leads, keep prospects in your pipeline longer, and make more sales.Av Don Schin
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What's a master franchise? Learn from one of the top masters in North America!
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Learn about the lucrative franchise model called a master franchise from one of the top masters in North America.Av Don Schin
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