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July 27, 2025 14 mins

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Ever feel like you're constantly being sold the "easy button" for business success? This week's Monday Morning Motivation cuts through the noise with an ancient story that every small business owner needs to hear.

Join us as we explore the timeless tale of a wise king who challenged his advisers to distill all human wisdom into just one sentence – and discover why their final answer holds the key to small business survival in today's market.

In this episode, you'll discover:

  • The ancient story that reveals the #1 truth about business success
  • Why "something for nothing" thinking is killing your competition
  • How to spot and stop the freeloaders draining your business
  • The investment mindset that separates thriving businesses from struggling ones
  • Real examples from successful restaurant owners, contractors, and online retailers

Your 3-Step Action Plan:

  1. The Investment Audit: Where to honestly assess your time and money
  2. The "No" Practice: How to stop giving away free lunches this week
  3. The One Real Investment: Making a commitment that actually builds your business

Perfect for:

  • Small business owners tired of chasing shortcuts
  • Entrepreneurs ready to embrace the real work of building success
  • Anyone who needs a Monday morning reality check and motivation boost

Stop hoping for magic bullets and start building something real. Because when you understand that there's no free lunch, you also understand that the rewards you earn are truly yours to keep.

Episode Length: 10 minutes of pure motivation and practical wisdom

Part of the Small Business Survival Conversation podcast series


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