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After realizing his dreams of playing in the NHL might not happen, Troy Vollhoffer went from scrapping with the captain of the Boston Bruins to fighting to get his production company off the ground. After decades of putting on the largest country music festivals in the world, Troy Vollhoffer has no signs of slowing down. It’s a special episode of On The Bus, as Country Thunder CEO Troy Vollhoffer hands the wheel over to his good friend Nick Meinema. Growing up in an entertainment household is how Troy got bit by the showbiz bug. Troy reveals to Nick how he went from poolside milkshakes with Redd Foxx to growing up and overseeing the longest-running country music festival in North America. Nick has Troy share some of his favorite Country Thunder moments and reflect on how special it is to work with megastars like Reba McEntire, George Strait, and Taylor Swift.…

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Through powerful stories and practical strategies, Alan reveals how giving authentically and embracing your individuality can open doors to opportunities and deeper relationships. Tune in to uncover how to harness your uniqueness and create a brand that truly reflects who you are.

[00:00 - 03:35] The Power of Personal Branding

Personal branding builds trust quickly and fosters meaningful connections
"Speed of trust" through personal branding leads to deeper relationships
Finding your uniqueness is key to serving others effectively

[03:36 - 11:11] Discovering Your Brand DNA

Start with introspection to uncover your unique qualities
The "Brand DNA" exercise aligns self-perception with how others see you
Authenticity is crucial—stop wearing "masks" and embrace your true self

[11:12 - 18:23] Giving as a Brand Philosophy

Adopt a "give, give, give" mindset in a world focused on transactions
Knowing your audience and balancing interactions with "takers" is essential
Authentic giving builds trust and creates a lasting impact on others

[18:24 - 25:45] Overcoming Fear and Taking Action

Fear is irrational—most concerns never materialize
Begin small: start with comments and engagement to ease into content creation
Practice builds confidence; you don’t need perfection to make an impact

[25:44 - 42:59] Practical Strategies for Branding

Batch content creation to maintain consistency and improve efficiency
Match your content format to your platform for optimal engagement

[42:00 - 47:24] What’s Next for You?

Personal branding unlocks potential, not just visibility
Leaders and entrepreneurs should see branding as a tool for impactful transitions
Begin with small steps; grow and refine as you gain confidence

Key Quotes:

"Your personal brand is what people say about you when you’re not in the room." - Alan McLaren

"If you don’t do anything, nothing will change. The first step is always yours to take." - Jerome Myers

Connect with Alan!

Website: https://strataoriginals.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanmclaren/

LEAVE A REVIEW + help someone who wants to expand their business growth by sharing this episode or listening to our previous episodes.

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Your Personal Brand Can Open Doors - Alan McLaren

Your Next: A Guide to Finding Fulfillment After Your Exit Hosted by Jerome Myers

published about a year ago

MP3•Episode home

[00:00 - 03:35] The Power of Personal Branding

Personal branding builds trust quickly and fosters meaningful connections
"Speed of trust" through personal branding leads to deeper relationships
Finding your uniqueness is key to serving others effectively

[03:36 - 11:11] Discovering Your Brand DNA

Start with introspection to uncover your unique qualities
The "Brand DNA" exercise aligns self-perception with how others see you
Authenticity is crucial—stop wearing "masks" and embrace your true self

[11:12 - 18:23] Giving as a Brand Philosophy

Adopt a "give, give, give" mindset in a world focused on transactions
Knowing your audience and balancing interactions with "takers" is essential
Authentic giving builds trust and creates a lasting impact on others

[18:24 - 25:45] Overcoming Fear and Taking Action

Fear is irrational—most concerns never materialize
Begin small: start with comments and engagement to ease into content creation
Practice builds confidence; you don’t need perfection to make an impact

[25:44 - 42:59] Practical Strategies for Branding

Batch content creation to maintain consistency and improve efficiency
Match your content format to your platform for optimal engagement

[42:00 - 47:24] What’s Next for You?

Personal branding unlocks potential, not just visibility
Leaders and entrepreneurs should see branding as a tool for impactful transitions
Begin with small steps; grow and refine as you gain confidence

Key Quotes:

"Your personal brand is what people say about you when you’re not in the room." - Alan McLaren

"If you don’t do anything, nothing will change. The first step is always yours to take." - Jerome Myers

Connect with Alan!

Website: https://strataoriginals.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanmclaren/

LEAVE A REVIEW + help someone who wants to expand their business growth by sharing this episode or listening to our previous episodes.

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What if achieving your ultimate business goals isn’t the end but just the beginning of a new journey? In this compelling conversation, Jerome Myers and David Rodnitzky dive into the reality of building, scaling, and ultimately exiting a successful business. David reveals what it’s like to reach the pinnacle, only to face new challenges: redefining success, handling the emotional weight of leaving something he built, and finding purpose beyond profit. Expect to hear insights on resilience, identity shifts, and the deeper meaning of success that often goes unnoticed in entrepreneurial journeys. Tune in to hear this honest and inspiring exploration of what it truly means to “make it” in life and business. [01:20 - 05:19] The Birth of a Business David’s beginnings: launching his agency in 2008 without any exit strategy Navigating the Financial Crisis with a Lean Startup Model How early expertise in Google advertising became a differentiator [05:20 - 12:59] Scaling Through Relationships and Reputation Building a client base through connections with venture capitalists David’s “triangulation” strategy for becoming a top choice in Silicon Valley Learning to create new categories to become the best in a niche [13:00 - 19:32] Facing the Challenges of Rapid Growth Hiring challenges and learning to delegate: David’s first hire turned partner Acquiring complementary skills through smart hires and acquisitions How scaling strained the agency’s unique culture and original goals [19:31 - 37:33] The Sale, Buyback, and Resale: A Rollercoaster of Exits Selling to a strategic buyer, only to buy back the business and scale again The stresses of managing earnouts, valuations, and investor relations Navigating the identity crisis and emotional turmoil post-exit [37:44 - 53:50] Finding Purpose After the Exit David’s journey through burnout and Self-reflection post-sale Embracing yoga, meditation, and philanthropic ventures for fulfillment Lessons on redefining self-worth beyond career achievements Key Quotes “I learned in the client services world that a good relationship with bad results is better than a bad relationship with good results.” - David Rodnitzky "Many people don’t know that transcendence exists... it’s not really about the money; there’s so much more to life than that." - Jerome Myers Connect with David! Website: https://www.3qdept.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidrodnitzky/ LEAVE A REVIEW + help someone who wants to expand their business growth by sharing this episode or listening to our previous episodes. Dreamcatchers is a welcoming group focused on personal growth rather than fitting into a specific demographic. It attracts a diverse crowd from various backgrounds and ages, united by the desire to achieve more. Learn more at https://exittoexcellence.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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