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Ep 639. Caleb & Brittany Share Observations

⏱️ 50:53 🎤 Caleb Auman, Brittany Auman
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Ep 639. Caleb & Brittany Share Observations
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  • 0:00
    Podcast Introduction
    The hosts introduce themselves and the podcast, highlighting sponsors like Company Cam and LMN.
  • 0:46
    Clarity in the Unknown
    Brittany humorously notes that not knowing your numbers means you don't know how badly you're doing, advocating for LMN to gain financial clarity.
  • 6:46
    Olympic Mindset Shift
    Brittany shares insights from Heather Moyse, a two-time Olympic gold medalist, on shifting from 'Can I?' to 'How can I?' to achieve ambitious goals.
  • 14:18
    Circle Determines Ceiling
    Moyse's advice on the influence of your social circle, emphasizing that who you surround yourself with impacts your potential.
  • 21:48
    Celebrating Wins & Leadership
    Caleb and Brittany discuss Mark Bradley's emphasis on celebrating daily wins and Steve Wieck's philosophy of leading from the heart to foster team loyalty.
  • 42:37
    Capstone vs. Operational Values
    Mark Sedgley's distinction between generic 'capstone' values and specific 'operational' values that truly guide a company's culture and success.
  • 55:15
    Numbers as a Compass
    The hosts delve into the concept of numbers serving as a compass rather than just a goal, and the importance of identifying key metrics for company health.
  • 1:13:30
    AI & Automation in Business
    Discussion on the inevitable adoption of AI and automation in the industry, comparing its current impact to the advent of the internet for businesses.
  • 1:38:54
    Selling Your Company
    Insights from a panel discussion on company valuation, the importance of EBITDA, and crucial considerations when selling a business, including avoiding earn-out purchase agreements.

Speakers

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Caleb Auman
Host
B
Brittany Auman
Host

Key Takeaways

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Utilize financial management software like LMN to accurately calculate pricing and ensure profitability, rather than guessing.

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Adopt a 'How can I?' mindset instead of 'Can I?' to break down seemingly impossible goals into actionable steps.

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Actively choose to surround yourself with supportive and ambitious individuals, as your network directly impacts your potential for growth.

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Develop clear operational values beyond generic 'capstone' values, focusing on behaviors and principles that genuinely drive your team and business.

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Identify and track five key metrics that serve as a 'compass' for your business, ensuring they encompass financial, human, and client aspects.

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Embrace AI and automation as essential tools for efficiency and profitability; resisting these technologies is akin to rejecting the internet.

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Understand company valuation metrics (like EBITDA) and be wary of 'earn-out purchase agreements' (EPAs) when considering selling your business.

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