In this episode of At the End of the Day, host Chris Raimo sits down with Brady Dahmer, a veteran marketing strategist with over 25 years of experience and author of Blind Spots: How to Prepare You for What You Don't See Coming. Together, they dive into the often-overlooked challenges of entrepreneurship, from unexpected setbacks to the power of mentorship and the necessity of solid market research.

Brady shares real-life stories, practical tips, and key takeaways to help both new and seasoned entrepreneurs avoid common pitfalls. Whether you're launching your first startup or scaling your business, this episode will help you prepare for what you don't see coming.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why blind spots can derail even the most promising business ideas
• How mentorship can accelerate entrepreneurial success
• The process behind writing a book that helps entrepreneurs thrive
• Tools and techniques for market research and adaptability
• Encouragement and advice for facing the realities of business ownership

Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction and Guest Welcome
01:22 – Brady’s Entrepreneurial Journey
03:44 – The Importance of Mentorship
05:07 – Writing Blind Spots
06:49 – Challenges and Rewards of Entrepreneurship
14:02 – The Role of Research and Flexibility
20:19 – Leveraging Tools for Business Success
20:28 – A Deep Dive into the Book's Structure
20:54 – Teaching Business Skills to Aspiring Entrepreneurs
21:46 – Overcoming Business Challenges from Experience
22:25 – Recognizing and Addressing Blind Spots
24:42 – Real-Life Business Mistakes and Lessons
27:05 – Mentorship and Support Resources
29:42 – Understanding Business Failure Rates
30:36 – Fostering Entrepreneurship Through Education
33:25 – Fire Round: Quick Insights from Brady
36:08 – Final Thoughts and Networking

🔗 Connect with Brady Dahmer
Website:https://www.thecentralbranch.com/
Book: Blind Spots
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradydahmer/?originalSubdomain=ca

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