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Why A Community Is The Secret Weapon In Every Entrepreneur’s Life, with David Braithwaite

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What if the key to unlocking your entrepreneurial potential lies in embracing discomfort? In this episode, Associate Coach David Braithwaite shares his inspiring journey from a "rubbish" student to a thriving entrepreneur and coach. Discover how embracing risk, fostering genuine connections, and prioritizing personal growth can transform your business and life.

Here’s some of what you’ll learn in this episode:

  • Why David never saw the point of school.
  • How David got into financial planning.
  • What prevents people from becoming incredible entrepreneurs.
  • Why David considers products secondary in his work.
  • What entrepreneurs have the freedom to do that others don’t.
  • What people will remember you for.
  • Why David wishes he’d joined Strategic Coach® sooner.

Show Notes:

  • David’s entrepreneurial spirit emerged early, with multiple jobs during school despite struggling academically.
  • Traditional education often overlooks the relevance of real-world skills, leaving many feeling disconnected.
  • Risk-taking is essential for entrepreneurial success, yet many entrepreneurs don’t take enough risks.
  • Being an entrepreneur is a career path for people who don’t fit the typical mold.
  • Your interest determines how much effort you’re willing to put into something.
  • Embracing experimentation can lead to valuable insights and breakthroughs in business.
  • Genuine client relationships are built on trust and honesty rather than just selling products.
  • David's Unique Ability® is communicating complex ideas with empathy and clarity.
  • The definition of community is a group of people who agree to grow together, and community plays a vital role in entrepreneurial success.
  • At Strategic Coach, you’re in a room filled with people who are just like you.
  • Imposter syndrome can indicate you’re in the right environment for growth and learning.
  • Growth and discomfort go hand in hand.
  • People want to learn from other people's mistakes rather than make their own.
  • Every coach at Strategic Coach is also a client.
  • With business growth comes complexity.
  • When you have the right mindsets, the right behaviors follow.

Resources:

Learn more about David Braithwaite

Unique Ability®

Podcast: Shannon Waller’s Team Success

Podcast: Inside Strategic Coach

Poem: "The Dash" by Linda Ellis

Book: The Gap And The Gain by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy

Blog: What Is a Self-Managing Company®?

Book: The 4 C’s Formula by Dan Sullivan

Blog: The 4 Freedoms That Motivate Successful Entrepreneurs

  continue reading

315 episodes

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Content provided by Dan Sullivan and Shannon Waller, Dan Sullivan, and Shannon Waller. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Dan Sullivan and Shannon Waller, Dan Sullivan, and Shannon Waller or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

What if the key to unlocking your entrepreneurial potential lies in embracing discomfort? In this episode, Associate Coach David Braithwaite shares his inspiring journey from a "rubbish" student to a thriving entrepreneur and coach. Discover how embracing risk, fostering genuine connections, and prioritizing personal growth can transform your business and life.

Here’s some of what you’ll learn in this episode:

  • Why David never saw the point of school.
  • How David got into financial planning.
  • What prevents people from becoming incredible entrepreneurs.
  • Why David considers products secondary in his work.
  • What entrepreneurs have the freedom to do that others don’t.
  • What people will remember you for.
  • Why David wishes he’d joined Strategic Coach® sooner.

Show Notes:

  • David’s entrepreneurial spirit emerged early, with multiple jobs during school despite struggling academically.
  • Traditional education often overlooks the relevance of real-world skills, leaving many feeling disconnected.
  • Risk-taking is essential for entrepreneurial success, yet many entrepreneurs don’t take enough risks.
  • Being an entrepreneur is a career path for people who don’t fit the typical mold.
  • Your interest determines how much effort you’re willing to put into something.
  • Embracing experimentation can lead to valuable insights and breakthroughs in business.
  • Genuine client relationships are built on trust and honesty rather than just selling products.
  • David's Unique Ability® is communicating complex ideas with empathy and clarity.
  • The definition of community is a group of people who agree to grow together, and community plays a vital role in entrepreneurial success.
  • At Strategic Coach, you’re in a room filled with people who are just like you.
  • Imposter syndrome can indicate you’re in the right environment for growth and learning.
  • Growth and discomfort go hand in hand.
  • People want to learn from other people's mistakes rather than make their own.
  • Every coach at Strategic Coach is also a client.
  • With business growth comes complexity.
  • When you have the right mindsets, the right behaviors follow.

Resources:

Learn more about David Braithwaite

Unique Ability®

Podcast: Shannon Waller’s Team Success

Podcast: Inside Strategic Coach

Poem: "The Dash" by Linda Ellis

Book: The Gap And The Gain by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy

Blog: What Is a Self-Managing Company®?

Book: The 4 C’s Formula by Dan Sullivan

Blog: The 4 Freedoms That Motivate Successful Entrepreneurs

  continue reading

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