Best Thing As A Dumb Question Podcasts (2024)

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48 - How to Build Trust at Scale in a High-Touch Service Industry with Marilyn Moedinger 55:50

2d ago55:50

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Join me, Nik ( https://x.com/CoFoundersNik ), as I talk with Marilyn Moedinger ( https://x.com/mwmoedinger ), an architect, consultant, and real estate entrepreneur. Marilyn shares her journey from architecture school to building her own practice, Runcible Studios, where she leverages her 20 years of industry experience to deliver unique value to h…

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47 - From Freelance to $2.5M: Inside a PR Empire with Chris Norton 42:43

5h ago42:43

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Join me, Nik (https://x.com/CoFoundersNik), as I talk with Chris Norton (https://x.com/chris_norton), founder and CEO of Prohibition PR, one of the UK's top public relations and social media agencies. We dive into the evolving PR landscape, authentic storytelling, and how to protect your brand in the digital age. Chris shares his journey from being…

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46 - How to Find a Profitable Franchise: Tips from an Expert with Tim Michaels 44:34

6h ago44:34

44:34

Join me, Nik ( https://x.com/CoFoundersNik ), as I talk with Tim Michaels ( https://x.com/Kickstartmyfran ), founder of Kickstart My Franchise. Tim shares his journey from a career in futures trading and corporate America to becoming a successful franchise broker. We cover how he helps aspiring entrepreneurs find the right franchise, the complexiti…

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45 - From $20K to $4.7M Profit with Short-Term Rentals in Under 3 Years with Chris Koerner & Isaac French 1:02:22

3d ago1:02:22

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Join me, Nik ( https://x.com/CoFoundersNik ), and my business partner Chris Koerner ( https://x.com/mhp_guy ) as we talk with Isaac French ( https://x.com/isaacfrench_ ), who built Live Oak Lake, a unique micro-destination. In this episode, we discuss how Isaac turned a $2.3 million investment into a $7 million exit, why storytelling is crucial for…

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44 - How a College Dropout Built an $80M Business with Steven Montgomery 52:13

2h ago52:13

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Join me, Nik (https://x.com/CoFoundersNik), as I talk with Steven Montgomery (https://x.com/realsjmonty), founder of Resi Brands, which includes That 1 Painter, Garage Up, and Pinks Window Washing. We dive into his journey from college dropout to leading a company with over 450 franchise units and $80 million in revenue. We cover bootstrapping chal…

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Episode 109 - Take Your VITAMINS 53:50

4h ago53:50

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For this episode, we wanted to think of some fun and functional things that couples can focus on, on a weekly basis. We came up with VITAMINS! Vocalize Intentional Time Admire Move Initiate Negotiate Sexy-Time Have a listen, and let us know what you think! Have the best week! Enjoy the journey!

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Are You Getting the Top 4% of the Market? 16:14

9d ago16:14

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How many stocks does it take to really move your portfolio? It's a surprisingly small number. This week, Kent Kramer is joined by Foster Group's Director of Investments, Michael Westphal, to help answer this question. Subscribe & Connect with Us! Kent Kramer Michael Westphal Financial Perspectives Foster Group Facebook LinkedIn X YouTube…

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43 - The $4.1M Event Decor Business: Acquisition and Growth Strategy with Jacob Becker 42:50

1d ago42:50

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Join me, Nik ( https://x.com/CoFoundersNik ), as I talk with Jacob Becker ( https://x.com/SuccessWithJake ) CEO of Florida Event Decor. We dive into Jacob's journey of successfully acquiring and growing multiple businesses through the strategic use of digital marketing. Jacob shares his experiences in the event decor industry, the competitive acqui…

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42 - How to Create a Billion Dollar Pitch Deck with Matt Gore 53:08

11d ago53:08

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Join me, Nik ( https://x.com/CoFoundersNik ), as I talk with Matt Gore (https://x.com/GoracleOfDelphi ) founder of a successful pitch deck creation company. We discuss Matt's journey, helping companies raise over $2 billion in funding, and the evolution of his business. The episode highlights key strategies for creating effective pitch decks, commo…

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41 - Training 1500+ People to Grow Their Own Home Services Biz with Johnny Robinson 38:43

16d ago38:43

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Join me, Nik ( https://x.com/CoFoundersNik ), as I talk with Johnny Robinson ( https://x.com/SqueegeeGod ), the founder of Home Service Academy. We discuss how Johnny successfully built and scaled a house cleaning business from scratch to $2.8 million in top-line revenue and $1.5 million in profit within the first nine months. Johnny shares insight…

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Episode 108 - Creating a Safe Space to Say 'This is Dumb' 41:50

10d ago41:50

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What do you say when something your spouse enjoys doesn't interest you? Do you feel like you have to go along with your spouse's plans? When you have these types of disagreements, it is normal to disagree. How you handle it is what matters. Creating a safe space for your spouse to have different interests or activities is a healthy part of every ma…

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40 - Working on $100 Billion Government Projects with Alan Pentz 43:47

8d ago43:47

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Join me, Nik ( https://x.com/CoFoundersNik ), as I talk with Alan Pentz ( https://x.com/apentz ), owner of a professional services consulting firm that works exclusively with the federal government. The discussion covers the massive annual spending by the federal government, the role of government contractors, and the process of securing and managi…

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39 - How Productized Services Built an 8 Figure VC Studio with Michael Greenberg 50:49

18d ago50:49

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Join me, Nik ( https://x.com/CoFoundersNik ), as I talk with Michael Greenberg (https://x.com/gentoftech ), founder of a venture studio specializing in managed staffing and digital operations. We discuss the definition, benefits, and implementation of productized services, breaking down the process into key components such as consistency, clarity, …

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38 - From Idea to IPO in 12 months with Callum Laing 53:49

13d ago53:49

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Join me, Nik ( https://x.com/CoFoundersNik ), as I talk with Callum Laing ( https://x.com/LaingCallum ), founder of the Veblen Director Program, about the importance of effective board governance for small businesses and how ambitious professionals can work their way up to board positions. Callum discusses the value that board members can bring thr…

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37 - How a Side Hustle Became a $50K/Month Business with James Lincoln 42:50

15d ago42:50

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Join me, Nik ( https://x.com/CoFoundersNik ), as I talk with James Lincoln (https://x.com/_jameslincoln ) the 27-year-old founder of Goodly Growth, a digital marketing agency. James discusses his entrepreneurial journey from working in software portfolio management to running a successful digital marketing agency generating $50K a month. He shares …

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36 - How Velo CFO Works with the Top 1% of Founders with Vibhav Joopelli 41:36

18d ago41:36

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Join me, Nik ( https://x.com/CoFoundersNik ), as I talk with Vibhav Joopelli ( https://x.com/vibtweets ) founder of Velo CFO, to discuss the intricacies of launching and running a fractional CFO and accounting firm. Vibhav shares insights on working with top 1% entrepreneurs, the decision to niche down on venture-backed startups, and the dynamics o…

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35 - How to Use 𝕏 Spaces & DMs to Grow Any Biz with Gav Blaxberg 49:16

20d ago49:16

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I sat down with Gav Blaxberg, the dynamic founder of Wolf Financial, as he shares his journey from a young entrepreneur to leading a media and marketing agency that generates half a billion impressions a month. He reveals the strategies behind his success, including his pioneering use of Twitter Spaces and the impactful hiring of his COO. Listeners…

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Episode 107 - Don't Marry Potential 36:35

21d ago36:35

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In this week's episode we are talking about potential. What is potential? How can we realize it? Most importantly though, we should not base our relationships on the potential of others. That can be a costly trap. We need to encourage each other and help each other grow. Have a listen, and let us know what you think! Have the best week! Enjoy the j…

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Advisor Spotlight: Stacie Neussendorfer 13:51

22d ago13:51

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This week, Jason Brown is joined by Senior Lead Advisor, Stacie Neussendorfer. Hear Stacie share what she likes most about her job and how her perspective has changed over the years. Stacie also reveals what she feels clients value the most about working with Foster Group, good and bad money decisions, and what she's hopeful for in the future. Subs…

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34 - From the Army to Building a $70M Dental Empire with David Ensley 30:14

25d ago30:14

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Join me, Nik ( https://x.com/CoFoundersNik ), as David Ensley (https://x.com/theDSOguy ) shares his inspiring journey from serving in the Army to creating a successful dental business that is now part of a 21 location & $70 Dental Services Organization (DSO). In this episode, you will learn about David's unique path to becoming an orthodontist and …

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33 - The Scoop! Growing From 18 to 111 Locations in 5 Years with Cliff Kennedy 37:59

25d ago37:59

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In this episode, Cliff Kennedy (https://x.com/CliffKennedy_3) shares his journey of transforming Frios Gourmet Pops into a thriving franchise that delivers happiness through popsicles. You will learn how he expanded the business from 18 to 111 territories in just five years, highlighting the strategic decisions and community engagement that fueled …

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32 - Building a 7 Figure Hospitality Biz Working 10 Hours a Week with Rashmi Bhat 38:07

27d ago38:07

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In this episode, Rashmi (https://x.com/ChaiAndCabin) shares her incredible journey from starting her first business at 21 with just $20,000 to building a hospitality empire. Listeners will gain insights into how she successfully manages a diverse portfolio including restaurants, short-term rentals, and hotels, all while working less than 10 hours a…

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31 - How a Few Viral Tweets About Excel Built a $3M Business with Kurtis Hanni 45:31

29d ago45:31

45:31

Ever wonder about making money off of your Social Media usage? On todays episode, I (https://x.com/CoFoundersNik) sit down with a CPA who harnessed the power of an audience to build a $3M business In this episode, Kurtis Hanni (https://x.com/KurtisHanni), explains how he manages clients with revenues ranging from $3 million to $50 million, charging…

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30 - From $350k to $1.7M Using This Little Known Google Tool with Buddy Rathmell 35:38

1M ago35:38

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We sit down with Buddy Rathmell who is a specialist in optimizing Google Business Profiles for local businesses. In This Episode: Introduction to Google Business Profiles: Learn what they are and why they're essential for local businesses, including wealth managers, Bitcoin ATMs, and even Amazon stores. Buddy’s Journey: From his first client who sa…

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29 - How to Cut Your Offering, Triple Your Prices & Thrive with Dave Kline 49:05

1M ago49:05

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In this episode, we dive into the world of management training with Dave Kline, the founder of a company dedicated to developing effective leaders and managers. Dave shares his journey from being an engineer to working at top-tier companies like PwC, Moody's, and Bridgewater Associates, where he honed his skills in leadership and talent management.…

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Episode 106 - Ditching a Critical Spirit 42:27

2M ago42:27

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We're back from our brief Summer break! We hope everyone is doing well. In this episode, we are talking about having a Critical Spirit. How can we recognize it and overcome? It is something that we can see in our family, friends, and spouse. It is something that can be dealt with together, as we work as a team. Have the best week! Enjoy the journey…

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ROMO: Regret Over Missing Out 13:39

2M ago13:39

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In the first six months of 2024, NVIDIA has seen its stock price appreciate by just under 150%, which represented about 1/3 of the total gain of the S&P 500 in the same period. For those investors who did not own NVIDIA, they are likely experiencing ROMO. This week, Kent Kramer analyzes concentration of value and performance of the global stock mar…

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28 - How to Build a $2M Domestic Cabinet Manufacturer with Alex Forbes 37:24

1M ago37:24

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In this episode of Nikonomics, we dive into the world of custom cabinetry with Alex Forbes, the owner of Lane 17 Cabinet Company; a U.S.-based cabinet manufacturer based in Cleveland, Ohio. Join me, Nik (https://x.com/CoFoundersNik), as Alex shares his entrepreneurial journey from starting the business in his garage to scaling it to handle high-end…

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27 - How to Turn $500 into $25k/mo Cleaning Airbnbs with Logan Robinson 45:13

1M ago45:13

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This episode provides invaluable insights into the world of short-term rental cleaning, focusing on the journey from startup to scaling. Logan's story takes us through his unique entrepreneurial journey, starting from a six-week competition to growing a $25K/month business. We delve into the specifics of his pivot from residential to Airbnb cleanin…

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26 - The Truth About Financing Your First $3M Business with Brian Seeling 40:52

1M ago40:52

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Join me, Nik (https://x.com/CoFoundersNik), as I sit down with Brian Seeling, the owner of a commercial kitchen appliance repair company. Brian recently purchased this business, and while we usually dive into the specific economics of a business, this episode took a fascinating detour into the cadence of a deal, covering everything from the LOI to …

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25 - From College Day Trader to a $1M Biz In Less Than 5 yrs with Bodhi Gallo 42:45

1M ago42:45

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Join me as I sit down with Bodhi Gallo, otherwise known as the "Dumpster Rental Guy" on Twitter. Bodhi is a young, ambitious entrepreneur who has taken the world of dumpster rental by storm. From his college days trading stocks and building a financial blog, to his current success in the dumpster rental business, Bodie's journey is filled with hard…

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24 - How a Reddit Post Led to a $1.3M Cleaning Business with Neel Parekh 37:24

2M ago37:24

37:24

Join me, Nik (https://x.com/CoFoundersNik), as I interview Neel Parekh (https://x.com/SMBNeelParekh), the founder and CEO of Maid This, a fully remote cleaning franchise company. From his beginnings in private equity to hiking to the Everest Base Camp, Neel's journey is nothing short of remarkable. He transitioned from tech investing to launching a…

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23 - Business Brokerage Secrets: Identifying Deal Breakers and Red Flags with Jackie Hirsch 34:43

2M ago34:43

34:43

Join me, Nik (https://x.com/CoFoundersNik), as I interview Jackie Hirsch (https://x.com/SMBJackieHirsch) the owner and founder of Crown Atlantic Business Brokers. From an ad in the paper she has become a prolific broker managing over 400 transactions. Jackie's portfolio, career and experience is nothing short of impressive. This episode is full of …

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Whenever Possible, Don't Do Dumb Things 12:03

2M ago12:03

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We believe that investors increase their chances of success by avoiding predictable mistakes -- those practices that sound like they should work but have been shown time and time again to have very low probabilities of success. This week, Kent Kramer examines different studies to help inform our fifth investment principle. Subscribe & Connect with …

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22 - Why This Franchisor Turned Down $1M/yr and Bet On Himself with Aaron Harper 35:44

2M ago35:44

35:44

Join me, Nik (https://x.com/CoFoundersNik), as I interview Aaron Harper (https://x.com/AaronHarperCEO) the CEO of Rolling Suds, a national franchise of pressure washing companies. We discuss the economics of a franchising business, including territory size, initial capital investment, potential earnings, and what makes an ideal franchisee. Don’t fo…

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21 - RE Development: Where $20M Is a “Small” Project with Clint Murphy 43:56

2M ago43:56

43:56

Join me, Nik (https://x.com/CoFoundersNik), as I interview Clint Murphy (https://x.com/Iamclintmurphy), a high-profile influencer and CPA turned home builder. Clint shares his incredible journey from working at KPMG to becoming a CFO at a top real estate developer in Western Canada, and now stepping out on his own as an entrepreneur in home buildin…

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20 - A Boring Business with 82% Gross Margins: Green Box Storage with Collin Rutherford 32:15

2M ago32:15

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Ever thought about starting a business in college? Join me, Nik (https://x.com/CoFoundersNik) as I sit down Collin Rutherford (https://x.com/collin_ruth89), who did just that and built Green Box Storage into a nearly $1M venture! From the guy whose surprising viral tweet about "Bottle Night" took the internet by storm, (if you know you know) he tur…

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19 - $20K for 30 Seconds? Inside the Influencer Marketing World with Trenton Hughes 37:00

2M ago37:00

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How do influencers turn their content into big bucks? Join me, Nik (https://x.com/CoFoundersNik) as I sit down with Trenton Hughes (https://x.com/trentjhughes), the brains behind Station Entertainment, to uncover the secrets of influencer marketing. I learn how his agency managed over 100 influencers and helped them earn thousands of dollars per vi…

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18 - Hitting $1.65M Revenue in the Digital Services Market with Joe Benson 28:04

2M ago28:04

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Ever wondered how to keep a digital agency thriving for over 20 years? Join me, Nik (https://x.com/CoFoundersNik), as I chat with Joe Benson (https://x.com/joebensonx), the mastermind behind Eversite's innovative 'Website as a Service' model. Joe explains how he and his brother bootstrapped their childhood passion for tech into a thriving business.…

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17 - How Meow Technologies Surpassed $1b in Assets on the Platform with Fewer Than 20 Employees with Brandon Arvanaghi 31:38

2M ago31:38

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Is this the Costco of financial services? Join me, Nik (https://x.com/CoFoundersNik) as I break down the Fintech company Meow with its CEO and Co-Founder Brandon (https://x.com/brandon). We dive into how he went from an engineer to founding a company that is approaching $2b of assets on platform. I found him, his journey and his business fascinatin…

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What's Up (or Down) with the Bonds? 9:39

3M ago9:39

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Investors have been puzzled this year, maybe even disappointed, that the bond market broadly has seen negative returns. How can this be when many money markets and bonds have stated yields of more than 5%? This week, Kent Kramer explains why. Subscribe & Connect with Us! Kent Kramer Financial Perspectives Foster Group Facebook LinkedIn X YouTube…

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16 - Can 5k a Month Make You a Viral Sensation with Matthew Brown 27:27

2M ago27:27

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Join me, Nik (https://x.com/CoFoundersNik) as I dive into the world of ghostwriting with Matthew Brown (https://x.com/MCovBrown), who turned his college side-hustle into absolutely thriving business. Discover how he went viral, then scaled his agency, and now makes $10k/month ghostwriting tweets, content and LinkedIn posts! This week we covered: 01…

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15 - Can Laundromats Really Make You a Millionaire with Tyler Purcell 25:00

2M ago25:00

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TikTok sensation or legitimate business? Laundromats have trended across social media and have become the stars of passive income. From one location to four in eight years and netting over 200k per location I, Nik, (https://x.com/CoFoundersNik) sit down with Tyler (https://x.com/TylerPurcell24) the laundromat guy and dive into the truths about the …

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14 - How a Former Wall Street Investor Left It All to Remotely Run a $4M Business with Chris Munn 36:21

3M ago36:21

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Ever wondered how to run successful businesses without being physically present? I sit down with Chris Munn who reveals all on Nikonomics! With a background in Wall Street and corporate mergers, Chris now owns and operates multiple companies, including facilities management and offshore recruiting, all from a distance. Tune in to discover his strat…

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Episode 105 - Questions from the Audience - Pt 5 - Listen and Support 1:04:06

3M ago1:04:06

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This is our final installment of the "Questions from the Audience" miniseries. It has been great to see the questions from all of you, and for us to answer them. We do our best to help all of you get your own conversations going in your own relationships. This episode looked at three questions: 1) How do you talk with each other about the things th…

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13 - How a Random Phone Call Turned Into an $8M Side Hustle with Shannon Jean 38:04

3M ago38:04

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I (https://twitter.com/CoFoundersNik) sit down with Shannon (https://x.com/ShannonJean) and we go through his rollercoaster entrepreneur journey that tick-tocked him into an 8 million dollar side hustle. This week we covered: 03:02 - Identifying Opportunities 08:46 - The Power of Relationships 12:28 - Utilizing a Tech Stack 21:12 - Variety is the S…

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12 - When Insanity Meets Genius: A Wild Business Talk with Jon Matzner 37:08

3M ago37:08

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In this episode of Nikonomics, host Nik, sits down with Jon Matzner, founder of Sagan, to discuss the innovative ways his company is disrupting the global talent market. From hilarious anecdotes about dog funerals to deep dives into business models, this conversation is packed with insights and humor. John shares his journey of building a $2.4 mill…

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Episode 104 - Questions from the Audience - Pt 4 - Physical Support 46:06

3M ago46:06

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Welcome to Part 4 of our amazing series where we are answering questions from our listeners! You all are the best! In this episode, we talk about physical support. The question was - How do we support each other in physical health in marriage? We talk about different aspects of physical health, and different ways to better ourselves while encouragi…

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11 - FREE Business Advice - Mastering the Leap: From Worker to Owner 24:02

3M ago24:02

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I (https://twitter.com/CoFoundersNik) sit down with a guest who would like to remain anonymous to talk about taking the step from employee to employer. We look at his strengths and weaknesses and breakdown what he wants and what he needs into his own pipeline funnel for the future. This week we covered: 01:04 Nicholas' Background and Business Aspir…

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Is Investing a Science Project? 11:44

3M ago11:44

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A wise investor will advance with science to increase the probability of good investment outcomes. This week, Kent Kramer shares examples of how advances in finance and economics have impacted investor experience. Subscribe & Connect with Us! Kent Kramer Financial Perspectives Foster Group Facebook LinkedIn X YouTube…

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