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.
In This Episode Of Business Lunch: A Hartford Financial study found that 75% of business owners regret selling their company. Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss have both lived it, and they get personal about what the wire does not fix: the identity you give up with the business, the buyer promises that rarely survive the close, and why more than half of sellers wind up swooping back in. Then the way…
Not every problem in your business is yours to fix. Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss break down how to tell a seasonal slump from a fire you actually started, why the easy and obvious moves matter most when the numbers dip, and how AI written resumes are quietly breaking hiring for small businesses. Plus the internal recruiter role they think every growing company is about to need. 0:00 Welcome back…
In This Episode of Business Lunch: We explore the evolving landscape of search engine optimization (SEO) versus answer engine optimization (AEO), and how businesses can adapt their strategies to stay ahead in AI-driven search environments. They discuss practical tactics, the importance of evidence and authority, and how to leverage paid and organic channels effectively. Chapters: 00:00…
In This Episode of Business Lunch: We explore the concept of founder identity and how legacy identity debt can hinder business growth. They discuss practical strategies for recognizing and overcoming identity lag to scale effectively. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to founder identity and role evolution 00:30 The five stages of role evolution in business 00:58 Understanding identity lag and its…
In This Episode of Business Lunch: This episode explores the myth of hiring A players, the concept of micro CEOs, and how to structure teams for maximum agility and profitability in the AI era. Ryan Deiss and Roland Frasier discuss the pitfalls of traditional hiring and the advantages of outcome-based roles. Chapters: 00:00 The A-Player Debate 02:52 Hiring Owners vs. A-Players 05:57 Understanding…
In This Episode of Business Lunch: We explore the latest in AI tools, how they're using them for content creation, research, and business automation, and share practical tips for integrating AI into your workflow. Chapters: 00:00 Navigating Parenthood and Business Challenges 02:59 Leveraging AI for Content Creation 05:57 Exploring AI Tools and Their Applications 08:51 Choosing the Right AI Tools…
In This Episode of Business Lunch: We explore how business owners can maximize their exit multiples by focusing on clarity, positioning, and structure in the final months before a sale. It challenges the instinct to chase new revenue at the last minute and emphasizes the importance of risk management, revenue segmentation, and deal structuring. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Maximizing Exit…
In This Episode of Business Lunch: This episode features expert insights on transforming business profitability, increasing valuation, and strategic growth through proven systems and mental shifts. Learn how to leverage profit accelerators, build transferable value, and scale your business effectively. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction: The Power of Strategic Lunches and Success Secrets 00:46 Getting…
In This Episode of Business Lunch: This episode explores the limitations of AI video summarization tools that rely solely on transcripts and introduces a groundbreaking method to give AI 'eyes' to process visual data directly from videos. Discover how combining visual and textual analysis can unlock precise insights from complex content, transforming productivity and data accuracy. Chapters: 00:00…
In This Episode of Business Lunch: We explore the five critical shifts entrepreneurs must make to scale their business to seven figures per month. Hosted by industry experts, it covers strategies for leveraging sales, increasing profits, and building transferable value without working more hours or sacrificing ownership. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction: The Power of Strategic Lunches 00:18 Host and…