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This is a short story of how I started LEXXON and Associates. If you’re a young person who is stuck up at life and circumstances, be kind to yourself, keep pushing and very soon, you’ll be at where you have always envisioned yourself to be. Don’t give up now, instead invest more in yourself and your expertise. #howistarted #startinganewbusiness #realestateinvestment #realestatemarketing #realestatetips #businesstips #motivation

This is a short story of how I started LEXXON and Associates. If you’re a young person who is stuck up at life and circumstances, be kind to yourself, keep pushing and very soon, you’ll be at where you have always envisioned yourself to be. Don’t give up now, instead invest more in yourself and your expertise. #howistarted #startinganewbusiness #realestateinvestment #realestatemarketing #realestatetips #businesstips #motivation

Meeting our friend Pete was one of our biggest highlights over the past 15 years. Awesome Inc founders were painting the space 15 years ago when they heard a knock on the door. In came Pete, and our family grew. Our founders stayed true to our core values of being good and being a friend, not judging a person by their background but rather by their character. Pete has become a great addition to our community, and we wouldn’t want it any other way. Learn more about his story here. https://lnkd.in/es_gNCz8 #15YearsOfAwesome #UnbridledEntrepreneurship

One of my key “black belt” principles is this: learn from people who have been where you want to go. So I am excited to announce the Founder Frontiers series, where entrepreneurs share critical insights about their challenges and their successes. In this first episode, I had the great pleasure of speaking with Anke Audenaert and Rebecca Wolpinsky. I first came to know Anke and Rebecca when they were working for companies that contracted with my analytics agency for our services. Since that time, they founded Aptly, where the team designs and produces award-winning business courses. We recently sat down and discussed their exciting journeys from corporate life and academia to entrepreneurship. They shared a range of in-the-trenches insights about: - External funding vs. bootstrapping in the early stages - Service productization as a consultancy - Building a training offering as a consultancy - Technical specialists who have to manage people - Developing a robust infrastructure and work culture - Approaches that were effective in the beginning and over time Watch the video for Anke and Rebecca’s valuable guidance for people thinking of starting their own venture. https://lnkd.in/e_5xrnmn #Founders #FounderFrontiers #Entrepreneurs #Consulting #eLearning

Working 'on' not 'in' the Business. As I kicked off year two of building The Grafter it remains a key priority for me that I spend a sufficient amount of my time as Founder and CEO working 'on' not just 'in' the business. This is sage advice comes from both a friend and colleague Rita Brockless who often challenged me on the amount of time I spent CEO-ing rather than diving in and fire fighting 🚒 at my last business. Solid advice that I still refer back to! Of course it's impossible at such an early stage not to have a high percentage of time delivering for clients and honestly I wouldnt want it any other way however an eye on the prize and ensuring I stay strategic is absolutely essential if we are to be as impactful as I want. As I reflect on my time last week I spent a chunk of time learning 📚 at London Tech Week and found myself somewhat unexpectedly having a discussion with someone I worked with before who I would love in the business as a shareholder/business partner helping deliver and grow what we have. Its conversations and meetings like that which are all about being On not In. Walking through the Strategy, reflecting on the ability to go further, faster as a team rather than as a sole founder and hearing the potential of the business is super powerful 🚀 This week sees plenty more 'on' not 'in' as we start today with the now infamous Grafter Breakfast at our new home the The Century Club today where we bring clients, prospects and awesome speakers (Gary Gamp is leading a debate on being more Commercial) together to inspire us and allow a healthy dose of chatham house debate! The back end of this week is in Amsterdam at HLTH and TNW where I'm meeting prospects, partners Jillian Vorce 🏳️🌈 and KRISTIN JACOBSEN and doing some public speaking about Growing and Selling Businesses. I'm curious how are other Founders splitting their time between being On versus in? #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth #Founders #Strategy #Networking #PublicSpeaking #Events #ChathamHouse

From Personal Drama to Business: Lefty and Roddy Racks Join Forces Discover how Lefty and Roddy Racks chose to put their differences aside and collaborate on a new venture. This video explores the unexpected partnership and the potential for success it holds. Catch a glimpse into the world of these talented individuals. #CollaborationOverDrama #UnexpectedPartnership #TalentShowcase #CreativeVenture #EntrepreneurshipJourney #SuccessPotential #LeftyAndRoddy #TransformingConflict #BuildingBridges #BusinessOpportunity

In the professional realm, bravery takes many forms. It could be speaking up in a board meeting or taking that entrepreneurial leap. Today, we honor these acts and encourage you to recount your courage in the workplace. Share these pivotal chapters of your journey; your story could spearhead someone else's moment of audacity. Let’s propel a cycle of bravery in our network. #ProfessionalBravery #LeadingWithCourage #ShareYourStory

Want to join me at the $85M Gatsby Mansion outside of Austin on May 31st - June 2nd to LEVEL UP your life and business? I've been invited as an expert to participate in an amazing 3-day "Think Tank" experience with a star-studded lineup of more than two dozen "baller" 8-9 figure entrepreneurs who've had exits up to $600M. As of this moment, I'm told there are 4 spots left for any growth minded entrepreneurs who want to participate (The networking will be insane, the knowledge transfer incredible PLUS the experience includes your own personal 30-minute hot seat where you can have your biggest question answered by a panel of experts on your specific challenge). *Note: I don't make a penny from promoting this. I just thought it might be of interest to YOU because, as you know, I'm a huge fan of masterminds (they've paid massive, compounding dividends for me in my life)... Anyway, PLEASE COMMENT "LEVEL UP" below if you want to find out more and I'll be happy to send you more deets and make a personal intro to David Gonzalez, who is organizing the event.

Did you know that fulfillment lies in the follow-up? Join me next Tuesday as I chat with Alex Jennings on The Alchemie Network about how [personal branding can help you get where you want to go... Looking forward to seeing you there! Kym #personalbranding #leadership #everycontactleavesatrace #fulfillment #interview #BuildingBrandYou

Kathryn Francis: Alum, Designer, Entrepreneur ✨ From MSVU grad to business founder! Meet Kathryn, who turned her love for design into her own business, Creative Nexuss. "I find inspiration in everyday life, from nature and art to the stories and experiences of others. Seeing the impact that design and content can have on people and the way it can bring ideas to life is truly inspiring to me." Read her story here: https://lnkd.in/dSWDtQ_A