In this episode, Matthew Bergvinson and Lucas Ng explore how success can often be a double-edged sword. It looks at the warning signs of failure and provides advice on how you can navigate the challenges of scaling your business. Key Takeaways: • Recognize that success can often be a double-edged sword • Understand the warning signs of failure and …

On this episode of the Vigilante Leverage Show, Matthew Bergvinson and Lukas Ng discuss the nuances of when to pitch and when to ask questions. They explain that it is important to do research and tailor your pitch down to three sentences, and why 70% of the conversation should be spent listening, with only 30% being spent talking. They also talk a…

Not aligning your teams with the same goals costs you money. In this episode, Matthew and Lukas share their anecdotes on the harm of the gap between sales and marketing, proven methods to narrow it, why having outside counsel is valuable, and a haphazard solution might get your company running better. Key Points: 00:31 A gap you must consider 01:53…

Don’t fall into the trap of “perfect” planning. In this episode, Matthew and Lukas hit hard on a big issue that could be holding you back, how to maximize your time with higher-leverage tasks, the importance of fixing systemic issues first, why automation is a double-edged sword, and why getting your hands dirty could be your ticket to more success…

Protecting your ego can put your business at risk. In this episode, Matthew and Lukas get vulnerable and share their experiences of learning to let go, the common pitfalls of stubbornness, staying open-minded to outside feedback, and confronting the reality of what you have to offer. Key Points: 00:54 Don’t overcomplicate 03:27 Learning and moving …

Gift of Gab and the Myth of the Silver-Tongued Salesperson Fluff could only get you so far. In this episode, Matthew and Lukas share their insights into the downsides of smooth-talking your way to a sale, tips to improve your entrepreneurial speaking skills, the alarming truth of lie detection, and why providing customer value and your motivations …

Finding Your Target Audience In whatever business you have, creating a niche market for yourself is crucial. In this episode, Matthew and Lukas discuss how you can find your target audience based on a series of guided questions. Listen as they also reveal tips for negotiation, leveraging referrals, and bringing value to any business conversation. K…