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Step Into the Mind of a Serial Entrepreneur - How to Succeed and Have Fun in Life with John Mason-Smith (JMS)
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Join Summer Poletti as she hosts John Mason-Smith (JMS) on Revenue Remix. JMS is a serial entrepreneur and he shares insights into his diverse entrepreneurial journey, from his early days and discover the lessons learned from his various ventures, including creative projects like the 'Half Suit,' the challenges faced in the payroll industry, and his successful launch of HireWith. Tune in to explore how JMS navigates the entrepreneurial landscape, adapts to market changes, and continually seeks new opportunities for growth.
Related Resources & Links:
- Blog Post: Secret to B2B Revenue Growth: Identifying Client Needs and Serving Them Better Than Anyone Else
- AI-powered Sales Playbook: RiseAI Sales Accelerator
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00:00 Introduction to Revenue Remix
01:06 Meet John Mason Smith
01:20 John's Early Career and Fun Jobs
03:43 Journey into Entrepreneurship
04:56 The Birth of Frankenstein PC Repair
06:03 From College to Tampa, Florida
06:51 Challenges and Lessons in Sales
11:07 The Half Suit and Other Ventures
16:51 Starting a Payroll Company
23:25 The Rise of HireWith
27:44 Transition to National Account Sales
28:03 The Glue of Astro Acquisitions
28:54 Challenges in Talent Acquisition
30:17 Preserving Industry Knowledge
31:59 The Caché Experience
33:11 Specialized Skills in Payroll
34:56 Summer's Entrepreneurial Journey
36:32 Fractional Sales Leadership
42:04 Work-Life Balance Debate
48:58 The Importance of Job Satisfaction
51:43 Recruitment Realities
55:22 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up
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