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Rethinking Corporate Budgeting: Lessons from a CEO's Radical Experiment
Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! In this episode, hosts Ryan Deiss and Roland Frasier discuss a recent article about a CEO who overhauled his company's budgeting process, moving from annual to quarterly cycles and reorganizing teams every 90 days. They explore how this approach could be applied to smaller businesses and share insights from their own "scalable operating system" philosophy.Highlights:"Budgets represent the worst of corporate bureaucracy.""The annual plan is the worst unit of measurement that there is.""Every 90 days, people can flow between teams, money can flow between teams, and you're working on the most important thing for the next 90 days.""The organizational structure is just whatever that structure needs to be to support the goals of the company today."Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction05:00 - Comparing the hosts' existing planning process to the quarterly approach08:05 - Pros and cons of quarterly comprehensive company reorganization 12:41 - How a quarterly team-based approach could work for smaller companies15:00 - Determining who should decide the team composition and how20:00 - Outlining the roles of the project lead, core team, and support team25:00 - Discussing the project lead's authority to reprioritize team members27:10 - Identifying the different team categories: core, support, and stakeholders29:31 - Explaining the role of stakeholders in the project review process31:02 - Final thoughtsCONNECT • Ask Roland a question HERE.RESOURCES:• 7 Steps to Scalable workbook • Get my book, Zero Down, FREETo learn more about Roland Frasier 👉 https://msha.ke/rolandfrasier/Connect with me on social:🎵 TikTok: / rolandfrasier 📸 Instagram:
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Riding the Waves of Disruption: Trends to Watch in 2025
Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! In this episode, hosts Roland and Ryan engage in a lively discussion about their predictions for the business landscape, technology trends, and marketing strategies for the year 2025. They cover a wide range of topics, from the expected surge in M&A activity to the rise of micro-influencers and the decline of traditional trade shows. The conversation provides valuable insights and a glimpse into the future, as the hosts share their perspectives on the winners and losers in the ever-evolving business world.Highlights:"I think that the people that don't automate will be big, big losers in the automation category." "I think the winners are going to be the brands that are willing to do the untrackable, the people willing to do the quote, unquote unscalable.""I think the people that don't keep up are going to have big challenges”"I think the winners are going to be the owners of those businesses who sell at giant multiples to private equity firms that pay too much with other people's money, but then ultimately never have to really be accountable for that." Timestamps:00:31 - Welcoming the New Year and Predictions02:58 - Business Winners and Losers07:53 - The Rise of Gemini and the Threat to Google Search12:08 - The Importance of the Internet and Online Presence17:43 - The Pros and Cons of Subscription Models23:31 - The Potential Regulation of Social Media29:24 - The Decline of Apple Products35:12 - The Importance of First-Party Data and Brand-Building57:11 - Trends to Watch in 2025CONNECT • Ask Roland a question HERE.RESOURCES:• 7 Steps to Scalable workbook • Get my book, Zero Down, FREETo learn more about Roland Frasier 👉 https://msha.ke/rolandfrasier/Connect with me on social:🎵 TikTok: / rolandfrasier 📸 Instagram:
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From Conversations to Cash: The Art of Networking
Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! In today’s episode, Roland Frasier dives into the concept of turning casual conversations into lucrative business opportunities. Drawing from personal experiences and industry insights, Roland discusses how to make thoughtful connections, earn referral fees, and create value without being pushy. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, this episode is packed with advice on building a profitable network.Highlights:"There’s so much money floating around; you just have to connect the dots.""Don’t hold opportunities hostage—be a value enhancer.""You don’t need to be an extrovert, just thoughtful and curious.""Ask one question: ‘How’s business?’ It can lead to incredible opportunities."Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction01:25 - Conversations to Cash03:22 - Overcoming Fear of Deals05:00 - Why holding opportunities hostage backfires06:35 - The Referral Economy10:00 - Creating Win-Win Relationships14:12 - Big Referral Wins17:35 - Thoughtfulness Pays Off20:00 - Daily Questions for Success20:40 - Closing RemarksCONNECT• Ask Roland a question HERE.RESOURCES:• 7 Steps to Scalable workbook • Get my book, Zero Down, FREETo learn more about Roland Frasier https://msha.ke/rolandfrasier/Connect with me on social: TikTok: / rolandfrasier Instagram: / rolandfrasier Facebook: / rolandfrasierpage LinkedIn: / rolandfrasierSubscribe to Roland Frasier / @rolandfrasierepicMentioned in this episode:Get Roland's Training on Acquiring Businesses!Discover The EXACT Strategy Roland Has Used To Found, Acquire, Scale And Sell Over Two Dozen Businesses With Sales Ranging From
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Beyond Discounts: The Future of Black Friday
Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! In this episode, we dive into the historical context and evolution of Black Friday, exploring how discounting practices have changed over the years. We discuss personalized marketing strategies, the rise of flexible payment options, and emerging trends in Black Friday offers. Finally, we share actionable recommendations for businesses looking to adapt to these changes.Highlights:"Deals are a red ocean. Giving something away totally for free is a blue ocean.""If you discount your services, you're training people not to buy until those events.""Flexible payments are becoming essential as consumers are cautious with spending.""The personalization of marketing has reached a level where offers feel tailored to individual consumers."Timestamps:0:00 Historical Context of Black Friday3:14 Evolution of Black Friday6:52 Impact of Discounting on Business Practices12:31 Personalized Marketing and Flexible Payments18:33 Trends in Black Friday Offers19:58 Future Strategies for Black Friday32:56 Final Thoughts and RecommendationsCONNECT • Ask Roland a question HERE.RESOURCES:• 7 Steps to Scalable workbook • Get my book, Zero Down, FREETo learn more about Roland Frasier 👉 https://msha.ke/rolandfrasier/Connect with me on social:🎵 TikTok: / rolandfrasier 📸 Instagram: / rolandfrasier 📱 Facebook:
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Overcoming Limiting Beliefs in Business
Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! In this episode, hosts Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss discuss the process of setting and achieving ambitious 3-year business goals. They explore overcoming limiting beliefs, building scalable operating systems, and practical strategies for exponential growth. This conversation includes insights into setting audacious targets and evaluating realistic paths to success.Highlights:"Three years is the sweet spot for meaningful but predictable growth.""Pessimists look smart, but optimists get rich.""Audacious goals push you beyond limiting beliefs.""Optionality wins wars and business."Timestamps:00:00 The Power of 3-Year Targets: Why 3 years is ideal for entrepreneurial companies.05:39 Challenging limiting beliefs in business growth.09:40 How internal barriers limit strategic thinking.14:48 Defining what needs to be true for success.20:53 Assessing existing offerings and market positioning.25:45 The importance of targeting your "Goldilocks" client.29:31 Steps to refine realistic paths to growth.33:45 Comparing solutions like raising capital or partnerships.39:06 Streamlining services for focused high-value growth.46:34 Lessons in thinking bigger and maintaining optionality.CONNECT • Ask Roland a question HERE.RESOURCES:• 7 Steps to Scalable workbook • Get my book, Zero Down, FREETo learn more about Roland Frasier 👉 https://msha.ke/rolandfrasier/Connect with me on social:🎵 TikTok: / rolandfrasier 📸 Instagram: / rolandfrasier 📱 Facebook:
How much more successful would you be if you had lunch once a week with an insanely successful entrepreneur who shared their biggest secrets on how they think and achieve success? Well, now you can! Grab your seat at the table as successful entrepreneurs reveal their step-by-step strategies, fascinating stories, travel hacks and other delicious tidbits each week with serial entrepreneur/business strategist, Roland Frasier.
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