The Minimalist CEO
Business & Economics Podcasts
With over 3 decades of business building, 2 decades as contract CEO, advising billion dollar corporations and mentoring entrepreneurs, start ups and everything in between … Nate Lindquist - AKA The Minimalist CEO has helped launch, cut the fat and grow revenue in hundreds of companies by discovering the power of doing less, living fully and loving the journey as the way to achieve, not just as the result of achievement. Join Nate as he reveals insights from game-changers, entrepreneurs and his own behind the scenes live mentoring sessions.
Location:
United States
Description:
With over 3 decades of business building, 2 decades as contract CEO, advising billion dollar corporations and mentoring entrepreneurs, start ups and everything in between … Nate Lindquist - AKA The Minimalist CEO has helped launch, cut the fat and grow revenue in hundreds of companies by discovering the power of doing less, living fully and loving the journey as the way to achieve, not just as the result of achievement. Join Nate as he reveals insights from game-changers, entrepreneurs and his own behind the scenes live mentoring sessions.
Language:
English
Website:
http://www.theminimalistceo.com/
Episodes
EP 035 Nate Lindquist: Test Your Reality, Notice Normal, and Where You've Been Settling
2/16/2023
We're so used to our routines and patterns, we miss out on the growth, joy, challenges, and ULTIMATE THRIVING experiences in life. In this training, don't miss out on the fact that if you want the Ultimate Business, you must first notice where you're settling and if it doesn’t get you ticked off and also super clear about what needs to change… because you are no longer willing to settle for less than the life you deserve… we’d be shocked! Connect with us at The Minimalist CEO on Facebook and...
Duration:00:34:40
EP 034 Nate Lindquist: Quick Clip - Rules To Thrive of A Minimalist CEO
1/28/2023
Quick Clip - Rules To Thrive of A Minimalist CEO … (some exciting guests coming up soon, we’d love to hear from you… We’re gonna do live callins, live coaching… and more! One thing that always feels good when the world is pulling you in a million different directions is to have some rules of thumb and standards that you can go back to to RESET and fill up your tank. In this quick clip episode, Nate will walk you through his 16 Rules To Thrive of A Minimalist CEO. Even one of them alone could...
Duration:00:20:28
EP 033 Nate Lindquist: How to fill an event with 50 to 150 people and raise money for charity
1/28/2023
Get exclusive access to our highest level INNER-CIRCLE group training during this new “behind the green door” episode. You can fill a room with 50 to 150 people - many of whom are your ideal prospects - even if you’ve never done it before and don’t even use social media or run ads. It’s virtually guaranteed. All you need to do is follow the steps. This works great for client appreciation program events, charitable causes and even building your authority as a leader and speaker in your...
Duration:01:26:04
EP 032 Nate Lindquist: Tip of the Sword
1/26/2023
Welcome to the first episode of Season 2 for The Minimalist CEO Podcast! In this “behind the green door” episode learn what our next evolution is all about and how we’ve completely changed the format! And, get ready for exciting ways to get involved, gain inspiration and gold nuggets … all while making a difference for those in need! In this first episode… which is actually episode #32, you’ll learn why we created this podcast and then get a sneak peek behind the scenes at The Minimalist CEO...
Duration:01:35:28
EP 030 Kevin Rothschild-Shea: From Kitchen Table To 7-Figure Architect
9/29/2021
Kevin Rothschild-Shea started as a one-person shop and through 14-years of perseverance has expanded his business, Architecture EL, to eight people and seven-figures. Kevin is in the challenging field of building multifamily housing, with the focus on affordable housing, especially in areas where people are underserved. Kevin is licensed in Massachusetts, and CT, and holds memberships with the National Council of Architectural Registration Board and the American Institute of Architects. In...
Duration:00:36:12
EP 029 Brandon Faust: A Breath of FRESH AIR - The Root Cause Matters More
9/22/2021
My guest, Brandon Faust, has shared ideas in this episode that apply to all of us no matter what business we’re in. Brandon is the Co-Owner and CEO of Mold Zero in Tampa, Florida. He confidently states that what has led to the success of his seven figures and continually growing company is that, more than anything, he wants to make a difference in people’s lives. Brendon gets right to the heart of the matter as he shares how his infant son was severely suffering and miraculously the root...
Duration:00:25:44
EP 028 Joseph Wood: The "Un-Special" Sauce That Wins
9/15/2021
What’s the secret sauce in starting as an individual plumber to growing into a 60-person, $20 million dollar a year revenue company in just 13 years? Joseph Wood, Founder and President of Boston Standard Company, has created Boston’s leading independent residential plumbing, heating and cooling company that keeps on growing. This year, the company has added electrical services to its portfolio. Joe has followed the rules of being a Minimalist CEO throughout his journey, based on the...
Duration:00:43:04
EP 027 Jeremy Haug: B2B Plug-and-Play Lead System
9/8/2021
To expand and grow, B2B companies need a Plug-and-Play Lead System. As my guest Jeremy Haug reminds us, a business needs to run without the leader present, the business is not dependent on you. That means putting systems in place, especially with getting leads and conversions. Jeremy is a world-class marketing expert and leader that has led multiple companies to the Inc 5000 and the Inc 500 award. Jeremy takes a very different approach to how he does marketing for companies. He looks for a...
Duration:00:28:21
EP 026 Tim Fagan: Creating the Heart of Service in 178 Territories
9/1/2021
Tim Fagan is the President of both 1-800 Water Damage, a property restoration company and Blue Kangaroo Packoutz, a contents restoration company, part of the Belfor Franchise Group based in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Tim has been in the restoration industry for over 25 years, starting part-time in his dad’s business that had 17 employees and did about $700-thousand in annual sales. When he became full time and took over the company, Tim scaled quickly. Today, Tim handles 93 franchises in about 30...
Duration:00:37:37
EP 025 Pavel Stepanov: Don’t Get It Done and Win
8/25/2021
Business owners often hear but ignore the advice on how one can be more productive through the use of a virtual assistant. Finding, training and using a VA properly can be a challenge and stressful. Pavel Stepanov, CEO and Founder of Virtudesk, grew his VA company to the multi-million-dollar level by eliminating fears and objections busy professionals have as they look for high-quality and appropriate VAs. The Virtudesk team screens, hires, takes care of payroll, medical benefits and...
Duration:00:25:43
EP 024 Michelle Jackson: Snapshot of Almost A Million
8/18/2021
How do you get more sales when there is no opportunity for repeat business from a customer? That’s the challenge facing Michelle Jackson, Marketing Director and co-owner of Get Dry Inc. in Florida. Michelle is getting her restoration company to the one-million-dollar mark with conscientious care, consistency and continual improvements to how she and her team helps people while preforming mitigation services for those affected by disaster. Part of Michelle’s brand is wearing the suit out in...
Duration:00:32:07
EP 023 Richard Whitten: Capturing Your Special Sauce
8/11/2021
My thanks to all my listeners who requested that we bring this popular guest back for another conversation. Richard Whitten is CEO of Reconstruction Experts. He started as the Chief Financial Officer, then moved to the role of Chief Operating Officer. As CFO, he implemented accounting procedures and a performance reporting framework, and as COO he created standardized systems and processes to consistently generate high-quality outcomes. Our conversation in this episode goes deeper into...
Duration:00:42:29
EP 022 Ian Bentley: $20-Million Exit by Saying NO to All But This
8/4/2021
Ian Bentley, CEO of Pivot and Scale, is the perfect example of a Minimalist CEO as he repeats his message, “Focus on your niche and expertise. Do your one thing exceptionally well and you will succeed.” Ian was a founder of the lead generation agency Cyber Ventures and the branded consumer automotive site Autotropolis, one of the nation’s largest privately held Lead Providers in the automotive industry. The companies were acquired by Autobytel for an 8-figure liquidation exit, growing to $10...
Duration:00:31:07
EP 021 Tim Cosby: Space for Greatness To Blossom – Retain Top Talent
7/28/2021
One of the biggest challenges for companies today is finding and keeping outstanding talent. Managers are 70 percent responsible for employee engagement, and those managers need support. The definition of the word leadership has changed over the years, and the approach is a transition to a “coach” culture. Tim Cosby, President/CEO of Real Retention, runs a training and consulting firm that works with leaders to help them keep their best people and transform corporate culture in a way that...
Duration:00:36:33
EP 020 Daniel Lee: Buy A Successful Business and Commit
7/21/2021
Daniel Lee earned his B.S. in Management from North Carolina State University and his M.B.A. from Rockhurst University in Kansas City. After graduating, he spent most of his career in the insurance industry working in multiple leadership roles for two national insurers. He spent 15 years developing teams, improving processes, and delivering positive customer experiences. He enjoyed his clients and found he had a lot in common with small business owners. After doing a serious soul searching...
Duration:00:32:25
EP 019 Rich Whitten and The $125 million culture. Letting go to LOCK IT IN!
7/14/2021
Richard Whitten started as the Chief Financial Officer, then moved to the role of Chief Operating Officer and is now the Chief Executive Officer of Reconstruction Experts. As CFO, he implemented accounting procedures and a performance reporting framework, and as COO he created standardized systems and processes to consistently generate high-quality outcomes. The years of working in multiple business environments have allowed him to create scalable systems to help the company grow. I...
Duration:00:30:28
EP 018 Whitney Hill: Constant Improvement - The SNAP Way
6/2/2021
Whitney Hill is in the hot market of building Accessory Dwelling Units, ADU, sometimes referred to as granny flats. Whitney is based in San Diego where there is a housing shortage, but other areas of the country are also creating new legislation for ADU’s. Last year, Whitney, the Co-Founder, Head of Business Operations & Development at Snap ADU and her partner, Mike Moore, are on target to reach $10-million in sales. Before co-founding Snap ADU, Whitney spent several years as a developer of...
Duration:00:31:49
EP 017 Kenny Schwamb: Hooking Into Success to Build Momentum
5/26/2021
Kenny Schwamb starting his plumbing career when he was just 12 years old! Even after finishing his Master of Criminal Justice degree, Kenny went right back to work as a plumber at his brother’s company. He worked his way up to become a manager and eventually started his own business called Order A Plumber. A strategic alliance helped to catapult Kenny to grow his business, while learning more of what it takes to run a successful company. Today, Order A Plumber is a full-service plumbing...
Duration:00:35:05
EP 016 Joe Gillikin: From Baseball Pro to Business Pro-Teams Win!
5/19/2021
A successful Chicago White Sox minor league baseball player, Joe Gillikin knows how to bring a team together as he does with his company, AdvantaClean in Oklahoma City. Joe is a successful business owner who has learned to delegate and partner with others to grow his company to over a one-million-dollar yearly revenue business. He received his degree in Business Administration from the University of Central Oklahoma College of Business and continues a long-term relationship with REDBUD...
Duration:00:29:12
EP 015 Laurel Sagen: How this Female Carpenter Let Go to Grow!
5/12/2021
Laurel Sagen, owner of Laurel Buys Houses, is a licensed contractor and private real estate investor in Sacramento. In today’s episode, she honestly shares her unfortunate failures and how she made her way back to success. For over 20 years, Laurel has helped thousands of people by buying their home-no matter the condition or situation. Her work has been featured on HGTV and multiple home tours. Even with mistakes, Laurel has created outstanding success. There are so many lessons that Laurel...
Duration:00:24:49