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Host Ken Courtright asks the question “Coffee or Bordeaux?”. If we were currently in a business or profession, and suddenly we are asked to answer which one to sell of the two, what would you go for? Listen to this episode as Ken discusses the difference between selling an inexpensive and popular product and selling a more expensive and niche product.

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One of the most essential elements to any operation is your team composition. Besides selecting the kind of project you want to do, building your team might just be the biggest thing to affect the outcome of your project. Ken Courtright compares and contrasts the pros and cons of using agencies as opposed to hiring employees. Choosing what type of teammates you’ll have is wholly dependent on what kind of leader you are. Which...

When we’re in the heat of the moment or in the middle of action, we can’t know exactly what we’re doing, so how do we know if we’re doing things right? How can we monitor our growth when we’re too occupied with how we’re acting in a specific scenario? Ken Courtright’s suggestion – call in the Ghostbusters – not necessarily the beloved ’80s pop culture icons, but a group of...

More often than not, our productivity suffers because of the sheer volume of tasks on our personal to-do lists. Task management can be such a chore, after all. But what if there was a way to free up some of your workload and, in turn, your brain space, for other tasks that need your attention? Ken Courtright gets down to brass tacks about how to free up space on your task list by as much as 50%. At the end of the day, it comes down...

Most people have something to say, but there’s something magical about writing a book. In this business society where perception is reality, it elevates how people view you. On today’s show, Ken Courtright talks about the book that he and his wife, Kerri Courtright, recently released called Rally. He talks about the process of writing the book and why they were inspired to write it.

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Did you know that every company needs two completely different visions? Here, Ken Courtright breaks down the growth vision and margin vision, detailing how even though they are different, they are both equally necessary for your business. There is a caveat though—you, as a leader, can’t have both. Find out more about it in this short yet impactful episode.

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No successful business owners have reached the top without going through the ups and downs. In this episode, Ken Courtright talks about the concept of the success wheel that every business must live through. He talks about the process of maturity a business takes and the wisdom found in riding the journey towards becoming a success. Join Ken as he moves you through the life cycle of business growth.

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Facing the problem always brings clarity to your life or your business. Before it gets worse, it helps to confront the issues head-on. In this short but powerful episode, Ken Courtright tells us to ram the torpedo before it is armed. He touches on the power of intervention and letting go of the negativity before it piles up and explodes. Learn about this torpedo metaphor and how you can apply it to your business and life.

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Winning at marketing and getting your products on top takes a deeper understanding on the different zones of influence. This is what host, Ken Courtright, teaches you in this episode. By sharing an example about the zones, he points how you can make use of the influences you have around you to succeed in marketing. Additionally, he gives some concepts on internet marketing principles that you can get out of his upcoming book called...

There is always good news when you strive to reach your goals. Here, Ken Courtright shares some great stuff that you can use from fresh products at IncomeStore.com. There are updates on all new deliverables that bring positive changes to the site. Another great development Ken talks about is writing a book called Rally: Nineteen Business Growth Strategies You’ve Never Heard Of. He gives us a sneak peek of the book and then pr...

With your business’ daily requirements where everything is urgent all the time, do you find yourself getting by, completing project after project? It’s time to get rid of that one thing that hinders your greatness. In this episode, Ken Courtright reveals the enemy of greatness and how you and your team can step up from just working day to day to achieving continuous growth. He shares four things you can do right now to ...

For most people, growing a business requires a hundred consultants or attending hours of masterminds. When in reality, the answers are just in front of you, they are so obvious you can’t see them. In this episode, Ken Courtright opens our eyes to see the obvious and pushes us to have the guts to do it. He gives some examples to shift ours mind to explore other ideas for growth.

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Letting everything out of your mind can be an effective mechanism for you to reset your day and re-evaluate the things that make you move forward or not. As a leader, you might be on your tipping point, but you have to remind yourself that you signed up for something big that generates something big for the greater good. With this, re-assessing your efficiency in leadership is necessary to keep your company well-oiled and your peop...

Our mind and body are capable of being hyper-focused when there is a crisis. What if you can hack this unique capacity to be your “normal”? Ken Courtright shares three self-inflicted crisis you can consider to get you to focus on the things that matter, tasks that need to get done first, and endeavors that contribute to your growth. Don’t miss this episode to learn how to maximize your executive time.

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Contrary to what many believed, breaking down barriers is not necessary in order for businesses to grow. In this episode, Ken Courtright sheds light on the value of putting certain controls in place for business owners. He then highlights the importance of setting levers to those controls – from hiring talents and time spent for studying to the number of attempts you make. Reassess your controls and levers and have a handle o...

Parkinson’s Law is the adage that work expands so as to fill the time available for its completion. Imagine allocating ten days for a seven-day task. You’ll probably spend the whole ten days working on it with hours filled with excess research, analysis, and even stress! The interesting thing is it works the opposite way, too! That means that if you take that same seven-day task and allocate four days to it, chances are you’r...

Businesses can sometimes come so close to the trees that they can’t see the forest. In this episode, Ken Courtright pulls you back as he provides the four platforms you can use to give you an advantage over your competitors. These four tools will help you get information on your company, on your competitors, and your industry. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how to become a top business.

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When someone fails at leading anything that involves millions, would you still believe in him or her leadership? Ken Courtright shares the story about the biggest case study he discussed on the plane with someone – the downfall of Delta Airline’s attempt at making a low-cost carrier twice and asking the same person to lead both attempts. With this misfortune, Ken poses the question, “Are you giving yourself an eye exam?” Don&...

What is your SuperSizeMe moment? In this episode, Ken Courtright shares his insights on the importance of knowing what is against you and grabbing the opportunity to change to a better version of you. He cites McDonald’s as an example of a company that refused to go with the healthy food campaign, sticking with tradition, and later on changing their superiors and beliefs for the benefit of everyone. At the heart, he talks abo...