In November, I made $1,134 in income from investments. Read to learn how I got there.

We are still quite a bit away from the target for this series of $100k per year though. We’re about 15% of the way to that. But hey, it’s better than the 0% I had at the start of the year!

When it comes to business and achieving my goals, I’ll do whatever it takes to put myself in the best position to succeed⁠—even if it means moving to Fort Wayne.

My goal is to get to $100k per year in income from assets + investments. In this post, I’m going to share where I’m at today.

How am I going to get there? Well, I’m not exactly sure. But I plan to document the journey to financial freedom so you can follow along.

Firing someone for the first time is to this day one of the hardest things I’ve ever had to do. 

Money is just a tool. Nothing more, nothing less.

Invest in marketing for your company’s brand earlier than you think you should.

And yes, you’ll need a truckload of patience but it will work. 

Being an introvert doesn’t mean you are a shy or that who can’t talk to others. It’s about what gives you energy and what drains you.

You’re not alone.

In this article, I’ll show you how to create a win-win scenario for the employer and employee instead of a win for the employee and a loss for the employer.

Scorecards tell you how your business is going, where it may be off-track, and where you may need to make modifications so that each system is working efficiently.

It’s time to find the right people, and foster a culture that supports your business growth and lets you scale.

People and culture are two extremely important elements. But it’s hard to tell whether someone will embrace and add up to your company’s culture or not.

How did I go from 0 to $1M/year? Sales. Sales. Sales. Early, in the beginning, focus on them above all else. Get out there and work for them.

When your company’s core values are aligned across your team, you are fostering an environment that is capable of moving forward positively and profitably.

This is the final post of a 5-part mini-series on the four systems that your business is comprised of.

It’s very interesting to realize that mission and vision might not be the most crucial elements that keep my team working together.

If you negotiate to pay less for a service, something has to give. Something else will be reduced along with the price.

Struggling and suffering are not equal. Stop, audit your feelings, and figure out which one you are operating in.

The fewer decisions you make could make all the difference in your business—here’s why.

The Back-Office System– I.e. legal, HR, rent, administration, and operational support is critical to the success of your business. 

Simply put, the production system is the system that controls the implementation of the work that was agreed upon. Everything starts with delivering exceptional value.

Understand that your emotions do influence your decision-making, but they can be controlled and used as input. Take a step back, regain emotional equilibrium, and then decide.

This is part 2 of a 5 part mini-series on the different systems that comprise a business.

My goal is to build an audience that trusts me, my content, and my experience by adding a disproportionate amount of value. And then redirect that attention to present and future business ventures.

You’ve been lied to about the price of everything you buy.

Learn the 4 systems that you as a business owner, CEO, or entrepreneur will have to integrate and how to manage these 4 systems.

Other than willpower and having your vision top-of-mind– Are there mental models to stop yourself from doing things that are short-term gains, but ultimately don’t fit in or distract you from your future goals?

In this article, I will cover how I personally deal with uncertainty. I’ll also share a few strategies that you can implement today to improve your decision-making.

You have to first uncover your why to get to that end objective. That “why” will give you the long-term drive and motivation to actually implement on a daily/weekly/monthly basis.

A guide for founders and business owners on how to transition from working IN the business to ON the business to OWNING the business.

Take control of your personal finances, so that you can accelerate your business’ growth.

What productivity truly is, the importance of quality output, and the two elements that you need to control.

What I look for in a business partner can be broken up into two things: prerequisites –basic elements that I need to see before I even consider it — and, if they have those, then deal breakers.

What to look for in a business partner is a question many people ask, but it might not be the right question you should be asking yourself.

Having an executive coach that truly knows who you are, wants to help you, and keeps you accountable will bring back an incredibly high ROI.

Excuses are just stories that we tell ourselves.

How do entrepreneurs think? Here’s a behind the scenes look into how my brain works.

No business can survive without revenue, but finding clients and customers is no easy task. Here’s how I got my first client and how you can too.

Leadership is about setting an exciting vision, fostering a great culture, hiring the right people, and getting out of their way.

TM has helped me improve my mental and emotional health, increased my productivity and focus, and made me a better leader.

Whether you like it or not, selling is integral to every part of life. In business, you can’t survive without it. Here’s how to reframe it so it’s easier to sell.

4 traits I’ve Found Contributed to My Success as an Entrepreneur

A Guide for Small Business Owners on How To Manage Your Cash Flow and Be Profitable Every Year