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Mind Your Business
by Mark Lewandowski: Innovator, Entrepreneur, and Business Strategist
Mind Your Business is a podcast series that I have designed to help you raise your personal worth in main street business, corporate america, or as an entrepreneur.Imagine a world where you can get inside the mind of your boss and know exactly what they are thinking... This is the perspective I hope to bring to you through discussion of topics I have found to be absolutely critical to my success both personally and professionally. If you enjoy this episode and want to learn more, please subscribe and check out my website at www.marklewandowski.com
Episodes
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056: The Jump Off Point
How do you know when you're ready to follow your dream and start your own business? At what point is it time to leave the safety of what you know to jump off into a new venture? I'm often asked two questions: "Mark, how do I start my own business?" (which is a podcast all its own) and "Mark, how…
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055: Leveraging Other People
What is leverage and how does it affect your business? Simply stated, leverage is using something and/or someone to maximize your advantage. It is a way to exert minimum effort to achieve maximum results. A smart business owner will utilize the talents and efforts of others who have expertise in...
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054: What Is Your Value?
If you want to stand heads above the crowd in your industry, you must have a strong value proposition. Your competitors have one. Ask yourself: What do I bring to the market that is unique? What do I do that is special and adds value to my product or service? How does it help my customer? Sit…
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053: 5 Minutes to Finding Your True North
Do you ever find yourself distracted or knocked off course from your goals? When life gets busy, it's easy to get diverted from my true North. How do I get myself back on track when I start to lose focus or direction? In this podcast, I discuss 6 tools that steer me back to my chosen course. If…
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052: Harnessing Creativity, Riding Innovation, Episode 1: Creative Environments = Lots of Ideas
I have people ask me all the time, "Mark, how can I become a more creative person?" The answer is simple. You are already creative! People, by their very nature, are creative. The frustration comes from having so many creative ideas without a way to harness and use those ideas. In this multi-part...
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051: Your Personal Brand is Everything! Part 2
Your personal brand is everything! In my last podcast, Your Personal Brand is Everything!, I talked about the importance of building your personal brand and the ways in which companies and individuals successfully brand themselves. In Part 2, I want you to ask yourself some important questions.…
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050: Your Personal Brand is Everything!
How important is a personal brand? Do certain qualities come to mind when you hear Amazon, Starbucks and Apple? This is because these companies have successfully branded themselves as the best in the business. Like a corporation, you too are constantly branding yourself. Do you post your ideas…
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049: Relationships: Lever Or Anchor?
I have often been asked about relationships and entrepreneurship and how the two mix. In my belief, relationships can be one of two things: a lever or an anchor. A lever is something that provides influence and allows you to use a simple amount of effort to get multiple times the value. In a...
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048: Relationship Building with Business Phenom, Todd Thoman
Relationships are one of the most valuable and precious commodities we have in the world today. Mr. Todd Thoman is a close, personal friend and perhaps one of the finest relationship builders I've ever met. He is genuine and kind, a hard worker and a man who finds purpose in serving others with a...
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047: A Transformative Talk with Stephanie Flynn of Fit Body Boot Camp
What a pleasure to sit down with Stephanie Flynn, owner and operator of Fit Body Boot Camp! Stephanie is a busy woman, running 4 FBBC locations in Tulsa, Owasso and Bixby and raising a young daughter. Her mission is to help transform the health of local women so they can discover their potential…
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046: Resolutions: They're Not Just For January 1st
Do you feel pressured to make New Year's Resolutions? Does the first day of each new year automatically compel you to set goals for the future? You're not alone. But it's important to realize that if the goals you set are not specific, measurable, and realistic, they won't materialize no matter…
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045: The Essentials of Entrepreneurship
The term "entrepreneur" is tossed around a lot in today's business world. Many people wish to become entrepreneurs and get out from under "the man," otherwise known as the corporate structure. But what is a true entrepreneur and what does it take to become one? My team had some questions about...
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044: A 45 Minute Session with Therapist, Melanie Logan
It was an absolute joy to sit down for a 45 minute session with Melanie Logan, a licensed professional counselor. From favorite authors, potty training, and tips to using video app Marco Polo, we covered a wide spectrum of topics that will educate, inspire, and delight you. You are in for a…
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043: The Power of The #MeToo Movement
If you've watched TV or followed social media lately, you must certainly be aware of the #MeToo Movement. This movement is an example of incredible social evolution for which I am thrilled. I am especially proud of the courageous women who have come forth and spoken their truth. Their bravery has...
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042: Beyond the 9 to 5: Strategies for building a business while working full-time with Jordan Evans
Do you have an entrepreneurial spirit? Do you have ideas in your head that you want to see manifested in your reality? Are you willing to take a risk to bring those dreams to fruition? Jordan Evans is a man who has worked hard to make his dreams come true. He, along with his business partners…
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041: The Keys to Work/Life Balance
Do you struggle with trying to balance your work life with your personal life? Welcome to the human condition of today. There are, however, tips to making the most use of your time at work while making certain you are present to the people you care about at home and in your personal life. I have...
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040: Changing Careers & Following Your Heart with Dr. Tim Ihrig
Dr. Tim Ihrig is a thought leader in palliative care and one of the kindest men I know. In this episode, Dr. Tim shares his journey from a cycling career to a physician specializing in palliative care. This man cares for the sickest of the sick, the most vulnerable people with life-limiting...
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039: 5 Things I Wish I Knew Out of College
A soon-to-be college graduate and Mind Your Business listener, recently asked if I had any advice for him as he begins his career. He specifically wanted to know if I would share things that I know now that I wish I would have known then. Absolutely! There are five things that I've pinpointed…
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038: 5 Essentials for Leadership
Do you think you're a leader? If you've never led, can you become a leader? In this podcast, I'm going to tell you the 5 essentials for leadership. These principles continue to work in my life and in the lives of the leaders I admire and respect. Try them on for size and see if you too can become…
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037: Unplugged - My Guiding Values Revisited
I had a very special week last week. I got a chance to sit down in solitude and think about the values that I have established as guiding principles to live my life by. I wanted to share mine with you and challenge you to think about the values that are important to you, write them down, and…
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036: The Early Bird Gets The Worm, But The Second Rat Gets The Cheese
Had a listener send in a request for me to discuss how the saying, "The early bird gets the worm, but the second rat gets the cheese" applies to business. I loved recording this episode and hope you enjoy it as well. Share this with a friend and let me know how you like it. - Mark
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035: My 5 Most Significant, Life Changing Events
A listener sent in the question: "Mark, what are some of the events in your life that really had an impact on you?" This episode is my response to this question. I hope you find it useful. - Mark
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034: Uh Oh, I Am The Average Of Who?
"You're the average of the 5 people you spend the most time with." We have all heard it said, and whether you like it or not, I believe this to be 100% true. In this episode, I focus on the importance of your Vision Alliance Group and what you can do if your initial response to this fact is - "Oh...
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033: The Importance of a Team with Chris Deininger
In this episode, I get a chance to sit down with a good friend and business partner of mine - Chris Deininger. Chris is the President of MedalistRx, a full service national pharmacy benefits manager. You can find Chris on his linkedin page at linkedin.com/in/chris-deininger-4a2911a/
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032: The Sales Algorithm with Dan Appel
In this episode, I got a chance to sit down with a former student and employee of mine - Dan Appel. Dan is an Account Executive at Salesforce.com in San Francisco, CA. Dan has a decorated sales career including multiple First-place finishes in the National Collegiate Sales Competition. Dan has…
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031: First We PLAN, Then We DO
Friends, Here's a little rant on acting before planning. I hope you enjoy. Mark
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030: Paid Vs. Unpaid Internships & How to Make the Best of Them
Are unpaid internships worth it? Is it better to keep looking until you find a paid internship? Can you negotiate your compensation on either? Join me for a deep dive into how to make the best of your internship, whether it is paid or unpaid. Mark
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029: Perpetual Entrepreneurship Pt. 4 - FACT - Your First Idea Is NEVER Your Best Idea
This is the final part of a 4 part series on Perpetual Entrepreneurship. In this episode, I discuss the fact that your first idea is never your best idea. * Theme music by Justin Greathouse - luxpiration.com - @justin_great *
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028: Perpetual Entrepreneurship Pt. 3 - Ride the Business Cycle Like a Pro
This is part 3 of a 4 part series on Perpetual Entrepreneurship. In this episode, I discuss how great perpetual entrepreneurs can learn to ride the business cycle like a pro. Formulation Growth Maturity Decline * Theme music by Justin Greathouse - luxpiration.com - @justin_great *
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027: Perpetual Entrepreneurship Pt. 2 - Business Plans are for Banks, NOT Entrepreneurs
This is part 2 of a 4 part series on Perpetual Entrepreneurship. In this episode, I address why business plans are for banks and NOT for entrepreneurs. I also have provided the link to the video I referenced in the podcast below. I strongly recommend spending a few minutes watching it. DEV…
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026: Perpetual Entrepreneurship Pt. 1 - Feedback is the Breakfast of Champions
Perpetual Entrepreneurs are a different breed. They are constantly looking for innovation, vetting ideas, and searching for the next big idea. This is part 1 of a 4 part series on perpetual entrepreneurship where I share my perspective on how you can navigate the waters of perpetual...
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025: Forward Thinkers Rule Tomorrow
Are you living in the past or focusing on the future? In this episode, I address the two major categories of people you will work with - those that are living in the past and those that are intently focused on their future. Friends you can't do both, so which one are you? * Theme music by Justin...
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024: How to Build Your Personal Brand
Whether you are aware of it or not, you are known for some things. You may be known for having great ideas, always showing up on time, having a great attitude, etc. These things collectively make up your personal brand. In this episode, I talk about what your personal brand is, why you should…
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023: Live Like No One Else - Part 2
This podcast is part 2 of a series titled Live Like No One Else. If you make a choice to live like no one else for 5 years, you give yourself the chance to truly live like no one else for the rest of your life. SOME is not a NUMBER SOON is not a TIME LUCK is not a STRATEGY - Mark
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022: Live Like No One Else - Part 1
This podcast is about the choice to live like no one else for 5 years so you can live like no one else for the rest of your life.
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021: No Risk No Reward
In this episode, I discuss the risk reward tradeoff in business and share a relevant story.
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020: 50 AND ON THE STREETS
A little rant on what you can start doing today to keep yourself from winding up being 50 years old and out of a job.
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019: Keys To Entrepreneurial Success Part 2 - The Importance of Marketing
This is a continuation of episode 18: Keys To Entrepreneurial Success - A Conversation With Nick Redwine. In this episode we take the gloves off and speak frankly about the disconnect between what he and I were taught in school about marketing and how it works in the real world. Nick shares his...
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018: Keys To Entrepreneurial Success - A Conversation With Nick Redwine
Nick Redwine has been a great friend of mine for a long time. Nick is a lifetime entrepreneur and business leader who has vast experience in starting businesses with limited resources. In this episode, we discuss what it takes to start a successful business and keep it running through the tough...
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017: How I Fire Employees But Keep Friendships
The topic this week is a tough one folks. One that is not usually covered in your undergraduate studies. Firing people is tough. There's no easy way around it. But over the course of my career, I have learned a lot about how to do it effectively. And occassionally, even keep the friendship.
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016: The Ins and Outs of International Business with Jacob Lewandowski
Shortly after earning his MBA from Saïd Business School at the University of Oxford, Jacob Lewandowski took a position in product management at D.light Design, a global solar energy company delivering affordable solar home and power solutions for 2 billion people without access to reliable…
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015: Selling Diapers with Billy Bindel
Here's an interview with a great friend and colleague of mine - Billy Bindel. Billy is the Corporate Director of Hospice Sales and Services for Concordance Healthcare Solutions. He has been selling professionally for over 14 years now and shares with us some of the most important things that he…
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014: Career Advice to College Athletes
I hire college athletes all the time. I love hiring college athletes. For this reason, I wanted to share some advice on how to maximize your college athletics experience and make a great transition into the workplace. I hope you enjoy it. -Mark
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013: What Are The Commonalities Among Elite Leaders?
Friends, In this episode of Mind Your Business, I discuss 3 commonalities of elite leaders. I have had the pleasure of being surrounded by some incredible leaders in my career, and I can tell you with absolute certainty that each one of these leaders embodied these 3 traits without fail. I hope…
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012: If You Stop Learning You Stop Winning
We have all heard this message before, but far too many of us do not take it seriously: The best people in business, music, art, film - whatever industry or focus are perpetual learners. These people are veracous learners. Today's technology has created an environment where things change so...
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011: Are You A Mule, A Workhorse, Or A Thoroughbred?
What kind of employee are you? What kind of employee do you need for the position you are hiring for? In this episode, I discuss the three types of employees and where they fit in my organization. Are you a Mule, Workhorse, or a Thoroughbred? - Mark www.marklewandowski.com
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010: Is It Really All About Who You Know?
We have all heard it said, "It's all about who you know". In this week's episode, I explore this statement and provide some ideas on how you can increase your opportunities to build influential relationships. I hope you enjoy this and take something away. Look for an idea that resonates with you...
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009: How to Mix Business and Family
This week I had the pleasure of sitting down with a long time friend of mine - Dr. Hall Thorp. Dr. Thorp is an entrepreneur who has started multiple companies and has worked with his family for over 20 years. Dr. Thorp’s primary areas of expertise are in negotiations, organizational strategy,...
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008: Are You a Rising Star?
Are you considered a rising star in the eyes of your employer? In this episode of Mind Your Business, I explore the things you can start doing TODAY to get on the path of a rising star. And if you are already a rising star, I challenge you to take something away from this podcast and ACCELERATE...
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007: How to Remember People's Names
Have you ever met someone, then 10 seconds into the conversation your heart sinks as you realize.. “I have no idea what their name is”? This happens all too often to us and it is NOT something that we have to put up with. In this episode, I give you the tools you need to start remembering…
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Mind Your Business is a podcast series that I have designed to help you raise your personal worth in main street business, corporate america, or as an entrepreneur.Imagine a world where you can get inside the mind of your boss and know exactly what they are thinking... This is the perspective I hope to bring to you through discussion of topics I have found to be absolutely critical to my success both personally and professionally. If you enjoy this episode and want to learn more, please subscribe and check out my website at www.marklewandowski.com
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Mark Lewandowski: Innovator, Entrepreneur, and Business Strategist
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