EPISODE · Oct 2, 2025 · 12 MIN
What Marie Forleo taught me about thriving in a down economy
from Simple Wins · host Adam O'Leary
In this episode of the Simple Wins podcast, host Adam O'Leary dives into the profound business lessons on resilience and proactive growth he learned from a recent talk by Marie Forleo. He challenges the conventional focus on external economic threats, arguing that true security lies in addressing the internal vulnerabilities of a business. Adam shares his key takeaways, including the crucial distinction between external and internal threats and the importance of focusing only on what you can control. The episode provides a new perspective on navigating challenging economic times by reframing them as opportunities for growth and emphasizes that a business's success is ultimately dictated by the owner's mindset. Links: Inspired Chats: inspiredchats.com Referenced Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CoorirSMGto Key Moments: The most dangerous number in business is "one." Why focusing on external threats like inflation and politics is a waste of energy. The "make more, save more" method for building financial resilience. Why your business can never outperform its owner's mindset. The importance of up-leveling your network and "business buddies." The strategic value of showering existing customers with extra care. Why "saving money is like making money."
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In this episode of the Simple Wins podcast, host Adam O'Leary dives into the profound business lessons on resilience and proactive growth he learned from a recent talk by Marie Forleo. He challenges the conventional focus on external economic threats, arguing that true security lies in addressing the internal vulnerabilities of a business. Adam shares his key takeaways, including the crucial distinction between external and internal threats and the importance of focusing only on what you can control. The episode provides a new perspective on navigating challenging economic times by reframing them as opportunities for growth and emphasizes that a business's success is ultimately dictated by the owner's mindset. Links: Inspired Chats: inspiredchats.com Referenced Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CoorirSMGto Key Moments: The most dangerous number in business is "one." Why focusing on external threats like inflation and politics is a waste of energy. The "make more, save more" method for building financial resilience. Why your business can never outperform its owner's mindset. The importance of up-leveling your network and "business buddies." The strategic value of showering existing customers with extra care. Why "saving money is like making money."
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