People Don't Buy from You if They Don't Know You

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People don't buy from you if they don't know who you are - it's a simple truth that many entrepreneurs overlook. Join leadership expert and former D1 strength coach David "Coach Kitsch" Kitchen as he reveals why visibility and marketing are crucial for business success. Learn why being great at what you do isn't enough - you need to master the art of presentation and build a strong reputation in your market. Coach Kitsch shares powerful insights on developing authentic leadership, building brand awareness, and creating a culture of excellence in your organization. Whether you're a solopreneur or leading a growing team, discover practical strategies to increase your visibility, establish credibility, and attract the right customers. Get actionable tips on choosing and developing leaders, avoiding common business pitfalls, and building sustainable success through consistent brand messaging and authentic leadership.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

01:25 - Who is Coach Kitsch

03:34 - Entrepreneurial Journey

06:41 - Early Lessons in Entrepreneurship

08:53 - Best Advice for Entrepreneurs

11:28 - Motivational Quote of the Day

14:13 - Interesting Facts in Leadership

18:54 - Qualities of a Good Leader

22:12 - Common Hiring Mistakes in Leadership

24:45 - Sports vs. Business Leadership

26:31 - Leadership Trends for 2025

29:10 - Connect with Coach Kitch

29:52 - Final Questions

32:37 - Creative Block Studios

Who Is Coach David Kitchen?

Coach Kitch is a former Division 1 Coach with a decade of experience building leaders, culture, and mindset at the highest levels of sports. Since founding Edge Leadership Academy in 2020, he has worked with 100+ clients from business to athletics coaching and developing leaders which led to the recognition of Edge as a Top 20 Leadership Development Company in 2024.

In addition to delivering keynote addresses and sharing the stage with the biggest names in personal development and hosting workshops across the country, he has authored and co-authored multiple books, including an international best-seller and has appeared on over 75 podcasts to discuss leadership. Not to mention having his own podcast @edgeleadershipacademy8318

Coach Kitch is a Susquehanna University graduate with a master’s degree in Sport Psychology and is currently completing his PhD in Developmental Psychology.

Known among the team for his passion, Kitch spends his life helping others answer the question most people shy away from; “What if you went all in?”

Connect with Coach David: https://www.edgeleadershipacademy.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachdkitch/

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