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March 4, 2025 76 mins

Coach Fireside Chat Podcast - EP 1
Taking the Leap: From Employment to Entrepreneurship with Lee Broders

In this engaging episode of Coach Fireside Chat, host Karl Sandland sits down with Lee Broders, an international life and business growth coach, to discuss the journey from being employed to becoming a business owner.

They delve into Lee’s unique blend of military precision, emotional intelligence, and entrepreneurial spirit. The conversation covers essential topics, including the educational system’s role in conditioning individuals for employment, the importance of mindset, financial planning before starting a business, and the emotional and practical aspects of taking the entrepreneurial leap. They also share valuable insights on maintaining confidence, dealing with burnout, and the significance of having a supportive network. Tune in for an insightful discussion packed with inspiration and actionable advice for both aspiring and current entrepreneurs.

Key Topics/Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Coach Fireside Chat

01:08 Meet Lee Broders: A Life and Business Growth Coach

02:10 Taking the Leap: From Employee to Business Owner

02:36 The Education System and Entrepreneurship

06:07 Lee's Journey: From Military to Business

09:09 Starting and Growing Multiple Businesses

14:02 The Challenges of Entrepreneurship

20:08 The Importance of Time, Money, and Freedom

27:35 Navigating Burnout and Finding Balance

37:49 Lifestyle vs. Power Business

38:54 Prepping for Sale: A Board Member's Perspective

40:13 The Passion-Based Business Approach

42:26 The Reality of Working for Others

45:51 The Shift to Hybrid Work

46:39 The Risk and Reward of Starting Your Own Business

01:00:42 Financial Planning for New Entrepreneurs

01:03:36 Maintaining Confidence in Your Business Journey

01:06:47 The Importance of a Support Network

01:09:03 Defining Success and Fulfillment

01:14:09 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

Want to connect with Guest Lee Broders?

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LeeBroders

Webpage: https://leebroders.com/

ABOUT ME

Hey, I'm Karl Sandland – AI & Automation Strategist.

Founder of BrighCX LTD, Mentor, ACXS-Certified Customer Experience Specialist, #1 Bestselling Author, Podcast Host, and Business Growth Community Leader. Named one of the Top 20 CX Professionals by Customer Experience Magazine (2022), with over 25 years in Senior IT and customer experience roles - and the visionary behind AGENTLY AI.

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CONNECT WITH ME

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Podcast: https://www.coachfireside.chat

Facebook: https://facebook.com/karl.sandland.strategist 

LInkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karlsandland 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@karl.sandland 



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