Fifteen Minute Fridays

Di: Ben Albert of Real Business Connections
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  • Fifteen Minute Fridays: Your shortcut to actionable business insights.


    Hosted by Ben Albert, this podcast is perfect for those who want to learn more and do better in less time. As the man behind The Real Business Connections Network, Ben collaborates with a diverse range of business professionals to deliver quick, easy-to-implement tips.


    Our concise episodes dive into the heart of business, from networking, entrepreneurship, self-development, to the interplay of human behavior in business dynamics. We explore the importance of public speaking, asking the right questions, and the universal role of sales and persuasion in any field.


    Join us on Fifteen Minute Fridays as we compress decades of wisdom into brief, impactful lessons that drive real progress. Discover how struggle, failure, and frustration can pave the way to true resilience and success.


    Welcome to your weekly dose of potent business knowledge, all in around 15 minutes.


    This feed is JUST FIFTEEN MINUTE FRIDAY EPISODES. To listen to all of our episodes from "Real Business Connections," search 'Real Business Connections' on your podcast player, or head to www.RealBusinessConnections.com
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  • FMF #60: Why Every Business Owner Should Have An Assistant w/ Rob Levin

    FMF #60: Why Every Business Owner Should Have An Assistant w/ Rob Levin
    Sep 6 2024
    Fifteen Minute Fridays episode #60 Rob Levin.As your business grows, the pace of change increases, making it increasingly difficult to keep up with the demands. Hiring an assistant not only sets you on the path to a better life but also allows you to focus on your unique abilities, which drive significant value for your company.Today, Ben Albert interviews Rob Levin, a serial entrepreneur with over 30 years of experience helping SMBs improve their operations. Rob is currently the Chairman and Co-Founder of WorkBetterNow (WBN), a company that provides US-based small and midsize businesses with exceptional talent from Latin America.Rob shares invaluable insights on why every business owner should consider hiring an assistant, emphasizing the strategic advantages and practical benefits this role can bring. He provides practical advice on where to start if you’re looking to hire an assistant and what to do once you’ve hired them.Additionally, he discusses the critical decision of choosing between a full-time or part-time assistant, highlighting that a part-time assistant may limit your ability to fully maximize your capabilities.Quote Of The Day:“Every business owner should have an assistant.” ~Rob LevinTimestamp:[01:04] Quote of the day: “Every business owner should have an assistant.” ~Rob Levin[01:21] Why every business owner should have an assistant [03:09] Where should you begin if you’re looking to hire an assistant[07:08] The advantage of hiring an assistant[08:14] What you should do after hiring someone[11:18] Should you hire a full-time or a part-time assistant?[12:56] Website: https://www.workbetternow.com/e-guide-library/[13:00] Questions to help you determine if you’re hiring people who meet your standards[14:20] Integration assignment[15:17] Connect and support RobWebsite: https://www.workbetternow.com/Key Takeaways: • “Every business owner should have an assistant.” ~Rob Levin [01:04]• As your business grows, the pace of change continues to increase. [01:21]• If you’re handling the administrative work in your business, you’re not focusing on the tasks that drive value.[02:03]• Hiring an assistant sets you on the path to a better life and a more successful business. [07:08]• Hiring a part-time assistant may limit your ability to fully maximize your capabilities. [12:04]• “Your unique ability drives a lot of value for your company.” ~Rob Levin [14:53]Integration Assignment: Step #1: Write down a list of high-impact activities you could accomplish with an extra 10 hours per week.Step #2: Record every task you perform over the course of two days. Once you have your list, evaluate whether each task could be delegated to someone else or if it falls within your unique abilities.Keep In Touch with Rob Levin:Website: https://www.workbetternow.com/Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/workbetternowInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/workbetternow/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/work-better-now/—Follow Balbert:Facebook: www.facebook.com/realbusinessconnectionsInstagram: www.instagram.com/realbenalbert/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/realbenalbert/Website: https://www.realbusinessconnections.com/–FMF is made possible by www://balbertmarketing.com/-This feed is JUST FIFTEEN MINUTE FRIDAY EPISODES. To listen to all of our episodes from "Real Business Connections," search 'Real Business Connections' on your podcast player, or head to www.RealBusinessConnections.com
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    18 min
  • FMF #59: No Longer a Victim with Vin Infante

    FMF #59: No Longer a Victim with Vin Infante
    Jun 18 2024
    Creating the life you want to live requires shifting away from a victim mentality and taking active control of your destiny. You are either passively experiencing life or consciously creating it, and by embracing the latter, you empower yourself to shape your future according to your dreams and aspirations.In this thought-provoking episode, we are joined by Vin Infante, a Licensed Psychotherapist, Mental Performance Coach, and Keynote Speaker on a mission to impact 1 billion lives. Vin shares his personal journey with victimhood, underscoring that the outcomes in our lives aren’t determined by what happens around us; instead, they’re shaped by our responses to those events. Our responses create a chain reaction that ultimately shapes the outcomes.Vin also explores how to shift from a victim mentality and offers practical advice on achieving self-mastery. He breaks down the five key aspects of self-mastery: thoughts, language, behaviors, actions, and emotions, illustrating how each component plays a vital role in creating meaningful change.As the conversation unfolds, he discusses the significance of language and its impact on the subconscious mind. He explains why Vin hates the word try, highlighting that ‘trying’ signifies a lack of decision, accountability, and responsibility. Additionally, he encourages listeners to challenge their thoughts for personal growth and empowerment.This episode is a guide for anyone seeking to shift their mindset, take control of their life, and achieve personal mastery.Quote Of The Day:“You are either passively experiencing life or consciously creating it.” ~Vin InfanteTimestamp:[02:02] Who is Vin Infante?[03:07] Quote of the day: “You are either passively experiencing life or consciously creating it.” ~Vin Infante[04:25] Vin’s experience with victimhood[09:07] How to shift out of a victim mentality[13:09] “Knowledge is not power; it is potential power. Action and application are everything.” ~Vin Infante[16:35] The 5 aspects of self mastery[18:35] Why Vin hates the word “try” [23:16] “An unchallenged thought is an unchanged thought.” ~Vin Infante[25:53] Learn more from Vin InfanteWebsite: https://www.vincentinfante.life/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vin.infanteKey Takeaways: • “You are either passively experiencing life or consciously creating it.” ~Vin Infante [03:07]• It doesn’t matter what happens; what matters is how you respond to it. ~Vin Infante [06:44]• The outcomes in your life aren’t determined by what happens around you but by how you respond to those events. Your responses create a chain reaction that shapes the outcomes. ~Vin Infante [06:48]• Change isn’t the process; it’s the outcome. ~Vin Infante [09:17]• All transformations, whether visible or not, are an internal process. ~Vin Infante [10:20]• “You don’t take actions based on who you want to become; you take actions based on who you believe you are.” ~Vin Infante [10:54]• Actions provide evidence for the belief. ~Ben Albert [12:40]• “Knowledge is not power; it is potential power. Action and application are everything.” ~Vin Infante [13:09]• “The point of taking in knowledge should be to get a life-changing result from it.” ~Vin Infante [13:53]• “You believe it until you become it, and you become it by taking action.” ~Vin Infante [17:27]• Trying signifies the absence of a decision, accountability, and responsibility. ~Vin Infante [20:15]• Language is powerful because your subconscious mind picks up on your language. ~Vin Infante [20:24]• “An unchallenged thought is an unchanged thought.” ~Vin Infante [23:16]• If you create a high level of awareness about what you want to change, you can start shifting it. ~Vin Infante [24:58]Keep In Touch with Vin Infante:Website: https://www.vincentinfante.life/Twitter: https://x.com/vin_infanteInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/vin.infanteLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vininfante/
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    29 min
  • FMF #58: How To Scale a Franchise w/ Brigham Dallas of Hello Sugar

    FMF #58: How To Scale a Franchise w/ Brigham Dallas of Hello Sugar
    Jun 7 2024
    Franchising offers entrepreneurs a proven business model, significantly reducing the risks associated with starting a new venture while also granting access to established brand recognition and robust support systems. Notably, it enables franchisors to expand with minimal capital investment. In this enlightening episode, Ben Alberts speaks with Brigham Dallas, the founder and owner of Hello Sugar, a Brazilian wax and sugaring franchise based in Phoenix, Arizona. Hello Sugar has become one of the top companies in the nation and one of the fastest-growing franchises in the country, boasting 89 units in just two years and revolutionizing the beauty industry.Brigham delves into the secrets behind Hello Sugar’s phenomenal growth, unraveling what distinguishes Hello Sugar in the competitive industry. Furthermore, gain invaluable insights on starting a Hello Sugar franchise and discover how aspiring entrepreneurs can make their dreams of owning a thriving business a reality. Quote Of The Day:“It is better to be feared than loved, if you cannot be both.” ~Sun Tzu Timestamp:[00:24] Quote of the day: “It is better to be feared than loved, if you cannot be both.” ~Sun Tzu[01:34] Brigham Dallas’s bio[02:28] What factors have contributed to Hello Sugar’s rapid growth?[04:30] The process of starting a Hello Sugar franchise[05:58] What makes the Hello Sugar franchise different?[08:05] What prompted the implementation of automation at Hello Sugar, and what are its advantages?[09:22] What has the experience been like franchising 89 units in just 2 years?[11:40] Franchise with Hello Sugar: https://franchise.hellosugar.salon/[13:34] Integration assignmentKey Takeaways: • “It is better to be feared than loved, if you cannot be both.” ~Sun Tzu [00:24]• When managers enter a new role, they often adopt an “I want you to love me” mentality. However, setting strong standards and principles to guide the business from the start is far more important than being liked. ~Brigham Dallas [00:33]• As a manager, start off with respect rather than seeking to be loved, and you will get further with your employees. ~Brigham Dallas [01:20]• To maximize profitability in a franchise business, it’s essential to make it easier for people to enter and participate in that business. ~Brigham Dallas [02:37]• If you consistently deliver an exceptional customer experience in whatever you do, you’ll attract more clients. ~Ben Albert [08:51]• The franchise royalty rate is often around 6%. ~Brigham Dallas [09:33]• Every franchise has a Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD), which provides information about the franchisor’s business model, operations, financial performance, and other important aspects of the franchise. ~Brigham Dallas [12:38]Integration Assignment:Find a franchise in your space and review the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) People Mentioned and Other Resources:1. The Art Of War: https://bit.ly/3VeMuLU Keep In Touch with Brigham Dallas:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brighamdallasLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brighamdallas/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brighamdallas/Website(Business): https://www.hellosugar.salon/Instagram(Business): https://www.instagram.com/hellosugar.salon/Facebook(Business): https://www.facebook.com/hellosugar.salon/Linktr.ee(Business): https://linktr.ee/hellosugar.salon—Follow Balbert:Facebook www.facebook.com/realbusinessconnectionsInstagram: www.instagram.com/realbenalbert/LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/balbertmarktingWebsite: https://www.realbusinessconnections.com/–FMF is made possible by www://balbertmarketing.com/-This feed is JUST FIFTEEN MINUTE FRIDAY EPISODES. To listen to all of our episodes from "Real Business Connections," search 'Real Business Connections' on your podcast player, or head to www.RealBusinessConnections.com
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    18 min
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