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| Fix This Next: Identifying the Next Right Step in Your Business | 25 Feb 2025 | 00:41:09 | |
SOURCES: Fix This Next by Mike Michalowicz The Tipping Point by Malcolm Gladwell CONNECT WITH MIKE: Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://amzn.to/3A1tuJ5 Socials: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemichalowicz/ | |||
| Small Business Stories: Entrepreneurial Lessons from Mike Michalowicz | 18 Feb 2025 | 00:39:20 | |
RESOURCES: "Revenge of the Tipping Point" by Malcolm Gladwell "Rework" by Jason Fried & David Heinemeier Hansson
CONNECT WITH MIKE: Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://amzn.to/3A1tuJ5 Socials: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemichalowicz/ | |||
| Mastering Your Niche: Unleashing Business Growth through Your Area of Innovation | 12 Nov 2024 | 00:47:59 | |
RESOURCES: Mike Michalowicz - The Pumpkin Plan Work with a Pumpkin Plan Strategist AJ Jacobs - The Year of Living Biblically Donald Miller - Business Made Simple CONNECT WITH MIKE: Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://amzn.to/3A1tuJ5 Socials: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemichalowicz/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mikemichalowicz YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MikeMichalowiczOfficial
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| Why You Should Listen | 06 Nov 2024 | 00:05:15 | |
CONNECT WITH MIKE: Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://amzn.to/3A1tuJ5 Socials: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemichalowicz/ | |||
| Unlocking Profitability: Why 'Profit First' is the Game Changer Every Business Needs | 05 Nov 2024 | 00:25:31 | |
RESOURCES: Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill The Richest Man in Babylon by George S. Clason Profit First by Mike Michalowicz Work with a Profit First Professional CONNECT WITH MIKE: Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://amzn.to/3A1tuJ5 Socials: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemichalowicz/ | |||
| Entrepreneurial Mindset: The Key to Starting and Growing a Successful Business | 05 Nov 2024 | 00:41:10 | |
RESOURCES: AJ Jacobs' Books – Specifically, The Year of Living Biblically and The Year of Living Constitutionally.
CONNECT WITH MIKE: Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://amzn.to/3A1tuJ5 Socials: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemichalowicz/ | |||
| Profit First: Practical Steps for Small Business Financial Success | 05 Nov 2024 | 00:16:26 | |
RESOURCES: Profit First by Mike Michalowicz
CONNECT WITH MIKE: Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://amzn.to/3A1tuJ5 Socials: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemichalowicz/ | |||
| Mastering Delegation: How to Align Time, Prioritize Roles, and Scale Your Business Like a Pro | 05 Nov 2024 | 00:54:12 | |
RESOURCES: Mike Michalowicz - Clockwork Work with a Clockwork Certified Partner
CONNECT WITH MIKE: Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://amzn.to/3A1tuJ5 Socials: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemichalowicz/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mikemichalowicz YouTube: | |||
| Mastering Entrepreneurial Efficiency: How the Queen Bee Role Transforms Your Business | 05 Nov 2024 | 00:41:28 | |
RESOURCES: Mike Michalowicz - Clockwork Work with a Clockwork Certified Partner Todd Herman - The Alter Ego Effect
CONNECT WITH MIKE: Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://amzn.to/3A1tuJ5 Socials: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemichalowicz/ | |||
| The Power of Masterminds: How Entrepreneurs Unlock Success Through Collaboration | 04 Feb 2025 | 00:40:04 | |
RESOURCES:
EO (Entrepreneurs' Organization) – A global network for entrepreneurs offering resources, networking, and mastermind groups. YPO (Young Presidents' Organization) – An international community of young business leaders, offering mastermind-style groups and personal development opportunities. The Edison Collective – A facilitated mastermind group focused on entrepreneurship, innovation, and growth. "Think and Grow Rich" by Napolean Hill– A book popularizing the mastermind concept, including stories of successful individuals like Andrew Carnegie using masterminds. The Alternative Board (TAB) – A board-focused mastermind program for business owners and leaders. Vistage – A peer advisory group for executives and business leaders that offers mastermind-style support and guidance.
CONNECT WITH MIKE: Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://amzn.to/3A1tuJ5 Socials: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/ | |||
| From Failure to Fortune: Lessons from Visionaries Who Redefined Success | 21 Jan 2025 | 00:39:30 | |
RESOURCES: Rejection Proof by Jia Jiang CONNECT WITH MIKE: Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://amzn.to/3A1tuJ5 Socials: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemichalowicz/ | |||
| Business Lessons from Taylor Swift: Data, Resilience, and Building a Loyal Community | 24 Dec 2024 | 00:52:36 | |
RESOURCES: Taylor Swift's Website: https://www.taylorswift.com/ CONNECT WITH MIKE: Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://amzn.to/3A1tuJ5 Socials: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemichalowicz/ | |||
| Master the Mic: Proven Tips for Powerful Public Speaking | 17 Dec 2024 | 00:59:33 | |
RESOURCES: The E-Myth Revisited by Michael E. Gerber Fundamentals of Voice and Articulation by Lyle V. Mayer Don't Belive Everything You Think by Joseph Nguyen Jesse Cole and the Savannah Bananas CONNECT WITH MIKE: Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://amzn.to/3A1tuJ5 Socials: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemichalowicz/ | |||
| Mental Health Tools Every Entrepreneur Needs to Know | 10 Dec 2024 | 00:49:54 | |
RESOURCES: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (U.S.): 988 or 1-800-273-TALK (8255) Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 Psychology Today (online database for finding therapists)
Books Mentioned: The Miracle of Mindfulness by Thich Nhat Hanh The Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod
CONNECT WITH MIKE: Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://amzn.to/3A1tuJ5 Socials: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemichalowicz/ | |||
| The Power of Team Retreats: Unlocking Creativity, Connection, and Growth | 03 Dec 2024 | 00:36:32 | |
RESOURCES: Mike Michalowicz - All In CONNECT WITH MIKE: Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://amzn.to/3A1tuJ5 Socials: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemichalowicz/ | |||
| Hospitality Lessons for Life: How Service, Mindset, and Energy Transform Success | 26 Nov 2024 | 00:43:35 | |
RESOURCES: The Energy Bus by Jon Gordon Leaders Eat Last by Simon Sinek Unreasonable Hospitality by Will Guidara
CONNECT WITH MIKE: Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://amzn.to/3A1tuJ5 Socials: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemichalowicz/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mikemichalowicz YouTube: | |||
| Grow Your Business by Firing Bad Clients and Nurturing the Best | 19 Nov 2024 | 00:44:00 | |
Episode Notes RESOURCES: Mike Michalowicz - The Pumpkin Plan Work with a Pumpkin Plan Strategist Mike Michalowicz - Profit First Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://amzn.to/3A1tuJ5 Socials: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemichalowicz/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mikemichalowicz YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MikeMichalowiczOfficial
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| Revolutionizing Hiring with Danielle Mulvey: The 5-Star Employee Hiring System Approach to Building Your Dream Team | 15 Apr 2025 | 00:28:52 | |
RESOURCES: The All In Company-Danielle Mulvey’s company, based on Mike Michalowicz's book All In, that specializes in transforming hiring processes using the 5-Star Employee Hiring System. All In by Mike Michalowicz CONNECT WITH MIKE: Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://amzn.to/3A1tuJ5 Socials: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemichalowicz/ | |||
| Introducing The Money Habit: Personal Finance Tips from Mike Michalowicz | 25 Mar 2025 | 00:40:59 | |
CONNECT WITH MIKE: Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://amzn.to/3A1tuJ5 The Money Habit by Mike Michalowicz *Formerly called "Made for Money," as mentioned in this episode The Millionaire Next Door by Thomas J. Stanley and William D. Danko Get Good with Money by Tiffany Aliche Socials: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemichalowicz/ | |||
| Identifying and Serving Your Ideal Customer: Building a Business That Truly Connects | 18 Mar 2025 | 00:41:52 | |
RESOURCES: Mike Michalowicz - The Pumpkin Plan Work with a Pumpkin Plan Strategist Donald Miller – Known for Building a StoryBrand and other books on marketing and business storytelling. His work focuses on clarifying messaging to connect with customers. The Savannah Bananas – A unique, fan-first baseball team that has redefined entertainment and customer engagement in sports. Their business model is built around serving and delighting their ideal audience. Lingo by Jeffrey Shaw Penned with Purpose – Penned with Purpose is a publishing consultant agency that establishes industry experts and public figures as perennial authors.
CONNECT WITH MIKE: Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://amzn.to/3A1tuJ5 Socials: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemichalowicz/ | |||
| Coaching That Works: Donna Leyens on How the Pumpkin Plan Transforms Clients — and Coaches | 01 Jul 2025 | 00:32:48 | |
RESOURCES: Pumpkin Plan Your Biz (Official Website) Home of the strategist certification program, client resources, and free tools. https://pumpkinplanyourbiz.com
Pumpkin Plan Strategist Certification A hands-on certification program for business coaches and consultants ready to deliver results with a proven system.
Pumpkin Plan Booster Pack (Free Download) Get started with tools to identify your business’s Sweet Spot and build a focused growth plan.
The Pumpkin Plan by Mike Michalowicz
CONNECT WITH MIKE: Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://amzn.to/3A1tuJ5 Socials: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemichalowicz/ | |||
| Clockwork, Continuity & the Four-Week Vacation (Part 2 with Adrienne Dorison) | 03 Jun 2025 | 00:30:06 | |
RESOURCES: Run Like Clockwork Adrienne Dorison co-founded Run Like Clockwork alongside author, Mike Michalowicz, to help entrepreneurs design a business that can run itself. Scar Tissue by Melissa Dlugolecki joinfractionalcoo.com-A website dedicated to learning more about the fractional COO model, which helps small businesses optimize operations and reduce dependency on the business owner’s direct involvement. CONNECT WITH MIKE: Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://amzn.to/3A1tuJ5 Socials: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemichalowicz/ | |||
| Designing a Business to Run Like Clockwork: Adrienne Dorison on Operational Efficiency and Freedom | 06 May 2025 | 00:28:53 | |
RESOURCES: Run Like Clockwork Adrienne Dorison co-founded Run Like Clockwork alongside author, Mike Michalowicz, to help entrepreneurs design a business that can run itself. joinfractionalcoo.com-A website dedicated to learning more about the fractional COO model, which helps small businesses optimize operations and reduce dependency on the business owner’s direct involvement. The Five Hour Workday by Steven Aarstol The 3.3 Rule by John Briggs CONNECT WITH MIKE: Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://amzn.to/3A1tuJ5 Socials: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemichalowicz/ | |||
| Beyond Hiring: Retaining 5-Star Employees & Upping Your Team’s Game with Danielle Mulvey (Part 2) | 22 Apr 2025 | 00:21:13 | |
RESOURCES: The All In Company_ Danielle Mulvey’s company. Explore tools, programs, and support for building a five-star team based on Mike’s book. All In Community App
All In by Mike Michalowicz CONNECT WITH MIKE: Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://amzn.to/3A1tuJ5 Socials: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemichalowicz/ | |||
| Behind the Books: The Personal Side of Mike Michalowicz | 19 Aug 2025 | 00:42:17 | |
RESOURCES: Dale Carnegie Course: Dale Carnegie Training Dave Ramsey: Dave Ramsey
CONNECT WITH MIKE: Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://amzn.to/3A1tuJ5 Socials: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemichalowicz/ | |||
| Visionaries & Integrators: The Hidden Dynamic That Builds Great Businesses | 12 Aug 2025 | 00:36:07 | |
RESOURCES: Prosper Group – Greg Eckler and Mike’s investment company that focuses on turning around distressed businesses. Duct Tape Marketing by John Jantsch CONNECT WITH MIKE: Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://amzn.to/3A1tuJ5 Socials: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemichalowicz/ | |||
| Stop Serving the Wrong Clients: The Pumpkin Plan Strategy with Donna Leyens | 15 Jul 2025 | 00:27:32 | |
RESOURCES: Pumpkin Plan Your Biz (Official Website) Home of the strategist certification program, client resources, and free tools. https://pumpkinplanyourbiz.com
Pumpkin Plan Strategist Certification A hands-on certification program for business coaches and consultants ready to deliver results with a proven system.
Pumpkin Plan Booster Pack (Free Download) Get started with tools to identify your business’s Sweet Spot and build a focused growth plan.
The Pumpkin Plan by Mike Michalowicz CONNECT WITH MIKE: Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://amzn.to/3A1tuJ5 Socials: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemichalowicz/ | |||
| How Profit First Transforms Bookkeeping: Insights from Billie Anne Grigg | 04 Nov 2025 | 00:16:21 | |
RESOURCES: Profit First by Mike Michalowicz CONNECT WITH MIKE: Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://amzn.to/3A1tuJ5 Socials: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemichalowicz/ | |||
| How to Fix Broken Marketing Strategies in the Age of AI — with Sara Nay | 21 Oct 2025 | 00:16:25 | |
RESOURCES: Unchained: Breaking Free from Broken Marketing Models On the book’s site, there is an Unchained Resource Assets / Marketing Toolkit containing 48 downloadable worksheets and templates (e.g. empathy maps, content maps, metrics trackers) tied to each chapter. Duct Tape Marketing by John Jantsch CONNECT WITH MIKE: Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com All books: https://amzn.to/3A1tuJ5 Socials: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemichalowicz/ | |||