Ever wonder why you haven't hit that first million? In this episode David and Donni tackle the top reasons entrepreneurs fall short of achieving seven-figure success. From overcoming fear and breaking out of comfort zones to cultivating the right mindset, they’re diving deep into the habits and mindsets that keep so many stuck. Tune in for actionable insights and stories that will inspire you to break through your limits. This is more than just a podcast—it's your roadmap to success in 2025.

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00:00 - Intro

01:31 - Why Consistency Builds Success

03:15 - Identifying the Fear Holding You Back from Success

05:02 - Real Talk on the Fear of Failure

06:42 - Playing It Safe is Killing Your Growth

10:12 - How Low Self-Worth Reflects in Pricing and Offers

12:29 - The Impact of Self-Belief on Business Decisions

18:04 - Breaking Out of the Comfort Zone

22:24 - Embracing Setbacks as Part of the Journey

27:12 - Trusting Your Gut and Acting Fast

36:05 - Shifting from Hustler to CEO Mentality

48:13 - The Trap of Being Tethered to Struggle Bonds

55:01 - Prioritizing Personal Growth Over People-Pleasing

1:01:05 - Planning for a Seven-Figure 2025

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In today's episode, we dive into "March's Marching Orders," a crucial discussion about designing our month before it fully unfolds. The key message is the importance of intentionality in shaping our lives, rather than letting life happen to us. We emphasize that without setting goals and being deliberate, we risk drifting through life and ending up in undesirable places.

We start by reflecting on how, as children, our lives were designed by others—our parents decided our schedules, our meals, and our education. As adults, however, we have the power to design our own lives. The focus is on not just living life with intention but specifically designing the month of March with clear goals.

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David and Donni reveal the blueprint to elevate your life and business in 2025. This episode dives into high-impact strategies, from building sustainable income to leveraging content and community, all designed to scale your success. They explain their proven methods, insights from successful ventures, and how you can apply these tactics to your own journey. If you're serious about leveling up, this conversation is a must-watch!

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00:00 – Introduction and Overview of the Morning Meetup

00:28:00 – The Power of Daily Accountability and Knowledge Sharing

00:45:00 – Quick Revenue Hacks for Struggling Businesses

00:48:00 – How Drop shipping Can Boost Your Side Income

00:54:00 – Tips on Content Creation for Business Growth

01:00:00 – Leveraging Social Media for Long-Term Revenue

01:01:00 – Why You Need a Community to Reach Financial Goals

01:06:00 – Launching the Ultimate Business Growth Experience Event

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David sits down with Joel Boyce, a high school assistant principal and curriculum developer, to dive deep into the world of education and entrepreneurship. They discuss how to overcome the challenges of traditional education, the power of social-emotional learning, and the untapped potential of entrepreneurship in schools.

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00:02:34 - The impact of entrepreneurship curriculum in schools

00:10:32 - How Joel became a curriculum developer

00:19:19 - Social-Emotional Learning and its growing importance

00:28:41 - Steps to developing a curriculum for schools

00:32:10 - The role of digital learning for modern students

00:40:22 - Challenges in education and how to solve them

00:44:12 - Final thoughts and contact information for Dr. Joyce

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In this latest episode of The Social Proof Podcast, David and Donni dive into powerful mindset shifts for scaling your business to seven figures. From overcoming scarcity thinking to stepping into the role of CEO, this episode is packed with actionable insights and candid discussions about what it really takes to build a $1 million business. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just getting started, David and Donni will show you how to re-frame your thinking, build strategic systems, and elevate your confidence to hit that next milestone.

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00:00:00 – Intro

00:01:15 – Goal Setting: Marching Towards $1 Million in 2024

00:10:30 – Reflections on Awards & Entrepreneurship Achievements

00:15:40 – Presidential Awards & Recognitions: How It Works

00:25:00 – The Importance of Mindset in Hitting $1 Million

00:30:20 – Overcoming the Scarcity Mindset: The First Major Shift

00:38:40 – Believing You’re Special: The Power of Self-Confidence

00:45:30 – Shifting from Operator to CEO: The Second Major Shift

00:54:00 – The Role of Systems and Delegation in Scaling

01:05:00 – How to Use Data Strategically as a CEO

01:20:00 – The Long-Term Vision: Setting Bigger Goals Beyond $1 Million

01:30:00 – Coaching Call Example: How to Pitch & Close Sales

01:45:00 – Developing Resilience in Business: Keep Improving

01:55:00 – Wrap-Up and Key Takeaways

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Dave talks about entrepreneurship with Brianna and Joseph as they discuss their journeys from being new entrepreneurs to thriving in their respective fields. Brianna shares her experience transitioning from being a full-time teacher to running her own business and how she’s navigated the challenges of scaling. Joseph talks about his passion for helping believers unlock their highest potential and how he's balancing coaching, real estate, and short-term rentals.

Together, they explore the complexities of starting a business, balancing multiple ventures, and making critical decisions that impact their success.

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00:02:16 – Balancing a business while working as a teacher

00:03:43 – Joseph’s introduction and how he got started in real estate

00:05:02 – Brianna on pricing her tutoring services and realizing the value of her time

00:07:12 – Joseph discusses his first experience with short-term rentals and how he scaled his business

00:12:29 – The importance of having a clear vision for your business

00:14:19 – Brianna talks about systematizing her business for growth

00:19:18 – Joseph on losing money to make money: lessons from his real estate ventures

00:25:49 – How to navigate the early stages of a business and avoid burnout

00:34:00 – Joseph’s advice on balancing multiple income streams

00:39:30 – Closing thoughts: the mindset shift needed to succeed in business

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In this episode of The Social Proof Podcast, Dave and Donni dive deep into the strategies behind hitting your first million-dollar mark as an entrepreneur. They discuss setting clear financial goals, visualizing success, and the importance of accountability in the journey. Dave shares his personal experience of growing from working at the Cheesecake Factory to becoming a multi-millionaire, while Donni reveals her methods for scaling a business brick by brick. Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your business to the next level, this episode offers invaluable insights to help you break through.

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00:00 Intro

00:52 Setting Million-Dollar Goals

02:20 The Power of Belief in Achieving Success

03:26 Dave's Story: From Cheesecake Factory to Millions

05:16 Finding Role Models for Success

07:09 What It Takes for a Breakout Year

10:38 The Importance of Setting SMART Goals

12:09 Breaking Down Daily Financial Goals

16:38 Reverse Engineering Your Million-Dollar Goal

20:00 The Consistency of Activity & Perfect Timing

33:00 Overcoming Obstacles & Challenges

36:00 Strategic Accountability for Success

40:00 The Power of Leveraging Accountability

47:22 Preparing for a Million-Dollar Year in 2025

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In this episode of The Social Proof Podcast, David sits down with Kim, the owner of EZPZ Party Planning, to discuss how she built a thriving business in the event industry. Kim shares her journey from small backyard parties to organizing massive corporate events and conferences. She breaks down the key to her success, including the importance of creativity, teamwork, and understanding your worth as a business owner. Learn how she scaled her business, overcame early challenges, and continues to innovate in a billion-dollar industry. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or just curious about what it takes to throw an unforgettable event, Kim’s story will inspire and empower you to take your business to the next level!

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00:00 - Intro

02:30 - Kim's first party planning experiences

05:15 - The shift from small parties to corporate events

08:45 - Pricing strategies and scaling the business

12:30 - Handling large-scale events and building a team

16:00 - Challenges and learning experiences in the industry

20:15 - Systems for streamlining operations and increasing revenue

25:00 - The importance of creativity in event planning

30:00 - Kim's vision for the future of her business

35:30 - Advice for aspiring party planners and entrepreneurs

40:00 - Final thoughts and closing remarks

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In this episode of the Social Proof Podcast, Dave and Donni dive deep into the realities of entrepreneurship, networking, and pitching. They discuss the importance of showing up for your audience, the grit required in business, and the lessons learned from being in the room with like-minded hustlers. This episode is packed with stories from live events, hard-earned advice on building successful brands, and the personal experiences that shaped their entrepreneurial journey. From handling fear of idea theft to the power of face-to-face interaction, Dave and Donni drop gems that every entrepreneur needs to hear!

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00:00 – Introduction and the importance of showing up for your audience

05:15 – Entrepreneurship struggles: What keeps people stuck

10:30 – Pitching your business: Lessons from real-life events

15:45 – Networking: Why face-to-face interactions are still key in 2024

20:50 – Overcoming the fear of idea theft: Dave’s personal story

26:30 – How to get out of your comfort zone and grow your brand

33:10 – The grind behind the scenes

40:25 – Why fear of judgment is holding your business back

47:50 – The impact of live events

54:30 – Advice for aspiring entrepreneurs

1:07:15 – Closing thoughts: What it takes to succeed in today’s market

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In this powerful episode of the Social Proof Podcast, Joi Hunt opens up about her incredible entrepreneurial journey, filled with unexpected twists, personal challenges, and triumphs. From building a successful business empire to navigating toxic relationships and financial abuse, Joi shares how she transformed adversity into strength. Her resilience and determination to rise above life’s toughest challenges will leave you inspired. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or navigating your own personal obstacles, this conversation is packed with valuable insights on business, personal growth, and self-worth.

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00:00 – Introduction to Joi Hunt and her entrepreneurial journey

04:00 – Joi discusses the importance of business structure and financial planning

08:45 – The power of social media in modern business marketing

14:10 – Joi opens up about financial abuse and its impact on her life

19:30 – How Joi rebuilt her business after losing everything

24:00 – Business success tips: Cash flow, community, and marketing

29:50 – Joi’s experience with toxic relationships and healing

35:15 – How to start a business with limited resources

42:00 – Joi's strategies for scaling a business and finding freedom

48:30 – Overcoming personal and business challenges simultaneously

55:00 – The importance of self-care and mental health in business

01:00:00 – Key takeaways from Joi’s journey for aspiring entrepreneurs

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In this episode of The Social Proof Podcast, Dave and Donni dive into a lively discussion about tipping culture, from tattoos to barbershops and even the strip club! Have you ever wondered when it’s appropriate to tip, how much, or whether tipping should even be expected for certain services? You won’t want to miss their insights on tipping etiquette, pricing structures, and the mindset of gratuity in modern-day service industries.

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00:00:00 - Intro: Dave & Donni's struggle with an intro

00:00:50 - Microblading & tipping for tattoo-like services

00:03:00 - Dave's dilemma on tipping during PayPal transactions

00:06:00 - When should you tip outside of restaurants?

00:13:00 - The psychology behind tipping at salons and nail bars

00:20:00 - Entrepreneurial pricing structures and tipping culture

00:35:00 - Tipping at strip clubs and night-out stories

00:42:00 - International tipping etiquette: A story from France

00:50:00 - The real meaning of a TIP

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