7 Figure CEO
Welcome to the 7 Figure CEO Podcast! Where we talk Marketing strategies, business systems, personal development insights and conduct interviews with successful CEO’s and entrepreneurs. Learn the exact strategies on how 7 Figure CEO’s market and scale their companies. With your host, Cris Rodriguez
Episodes
35 episodes
Embracing Your Awesome with John Geyston
In this episode of 7 Figure CEO, Cris sits with John Geyston, owner of Empowered Martial Arts in Illinois and Tampa. John Geyston is a lifelong martial artist with multiple black belts and recently earned his Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt. Cris a...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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52:55
From Martial Arts Employee to Successful Entrepreneur with Robby Donofrio
In today's episode of 7 Figure CEO Podcast, we're joined by Robby, a martial arts enthusiast turned thriving business owner who believes that authenticity is the cornerstone of any successful venture.Robby's journey began with a passion ...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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52:55
Business Vision, Team Management, and Personal Fulfillment with Brad Ferris
In this episode of 7 Figure CEO, Brad Ferris shares his vision for his businesses, highlighting the importance of patient acquisition and addressing unique client problems. Cris and Brad dive into key principles of business success, including c...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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50:41
Stay Humble and Hungry with Master Tran
On this episode of the 7 Figure CEO podcast, I speak with Master Tran, owner of Tran’s Martial Arts and Fitness Center in Longmont, Colorado.Master Tran began training in martial arts with his siblings under the supervision of their fath...
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Season 2
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Episode 35
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49:55
A Visionary and an Integrator with Trevor and Jessica McClung
On this episode of the 7 Figure CEO podcast, I have a conversation with Trevor and Jessica McClung, who are the owners of the Championship Martial Arts TRIBE located in Colorado Springs, Colorado.Trevor discusses his on-the-mat obligatio...
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Season 2
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Episode 34
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46:12
Lessons on Child Development and Overcoming Challenges with Mark Preader
Mark Preader is a child development specialist and founder of the Enterprise Academy of Martial Arts. He opened the school in 2006, but in 2014 he wanted to rebrand his school to become the go-to place for martial arts in the Hollister area.
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Season 2
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Episode 33
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26:55
Accountant to Academy Owner with Randy Chung
On this episode of the 7 Figure CEO Podcast, I sit down with Mr. Randy Chung of Kodokan Jiu Jitsu Club of Calgary (Canada) to discuss how he went from accountant to academy owner. Mr. Chung is a first-degree blackbelt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu, a ...
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Season 2
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Episode 32
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25:34
From Corporate Job, to Legacy Dojo: The Story of Cho's Legacy
On this episode of the 7 Figure CEO Podcast, I speak with Akil Acevedo of Cho’s Legacy Taekwondo (Morristown, NJ). He is a brand new father, Grow Pro client, and holds 5th degree blackbelts in Taekwondo, Kukkiwon, & Chung Do Kwan. He has be...
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Season 2
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Episode 31
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The Formula for Scaling to 4 Locations with Mr. Josh Smith
This week's guest on the 7 Figure CEO Podcast is Mr. Josh Smith - 5th degree Black Belt in Goju, Shotokan (and other various styles), Grow Pro client, and the owner of 4 premier Martial Arts locations.Mr. Smith's father was also a schoo...
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Season 2
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Episode 30
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Overcoming the challenges of transitioning from Taekwondo school to Mixed Martial Arts Academy with Mr. Zach Cloonan
Zachariah Cloonan of Zachary Martial Arts (Zachary, LA) has been in business for 7 years, is a 3rd-degree black belt in Taekwondo and blue belt in BJJ.Mr. Cloonan grew up taking classes in the Martial Arts school he now owns. Having ear...
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Season 2
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Episode 29
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Teaching, Coaching and Becoming Aligned with Mr. Nicholas Gregoriades
Fellow action-taker - Nicholas Gregoriades joins me on this episode of the 7 Figure CEO Podcast. Nic is a BJJ Black Belt, Roger Gracie’s first awarded Black Belt, competitor, host of the Nicholas Gregoriades Show, creator of the Subconscious Ji...
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Season 2
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Episode 28
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The Pathway to A Global Mission with Mrs. Melody Johnson
You’re in for a real treat! On this episode of the 7 Figure CEO Podcast, I sit down with Fellow 7 Figure CEO, speaker, mentor, friend, 5th-degree Black Belt in ATA System, former owner of On The Mat, & founder of Skillz Worldwide (serving 1...
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Season 2
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Episode 27
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31:54
Taking The leap, Leading by Example & Staying Disciplined with Mr. Danny Alvarez
On this episode of the 7 Figure CEO Podcast, I had the great honor of speaking with Danny Alvarez of Alvarez Jiu Jitsu (Arlington, TX). Mr. Alvarez is a 4th-degree Black Belt in BJJ, has won Master Worlds 3 times in Gi, 5 times in No-Gi, was...
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Season 2
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Episode 26
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58:12
Systems for Expansion & Cultivating A Social Media Presence with UFC Veteran Mr. Joe Lauzon
This episode is a winner! Joe Lauzon joins me on the 7 Figure CEO podcast to talk about his journey to the UFC, and the systems that enabled his Academy: Lauzon MMA (Raynham, MA) to become the massive success that it is today.Mr. Lau...
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Season 2
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Episode 25
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38:41
Serving the Underserved & Long-Term Thinking with Master Josh Arcemont
Master Josh Arcemont of Hero Martial Arts (Spring, TX) joins me today on the 7 Figure CEO Podcast. Not only is Mr. Arcemont a 6th Degree Black Belt in Taekwondo, he’s also MAIA’s newest consultant, a Brown Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu...
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Season 2
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Episode 24
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39:02
From Sport Fighting Competitor to Multi-School Owner with Mr. Chris Rappold
On this episode of the 7 Figure CEO Podcast, I got to speak with the very talented and highly accomplished - Chris Rappold. I had the pleasure of meeting up with him at the 2022 Martial Arts Super Show and the US Open where I got to watch his t...
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Season 2
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Episode 23
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58:39
Staying One Step Ahead and Doubling Your Active Count with Sensei Rick Torres
On this episode of the 7 Figure CEO Podcast I interview the Founder and Owner of Integrity Defensive Arts (Victoria, TX) - Sensei Rick Torres.Established 13 years ago, his school has a wide selection of offerings such as Judo, Japanese ...
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Season 2
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Episode 22
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25:45
From Humble beginnings to 13 years strong with Mr. & Mrs. Vigil of Vortexic Martial Arts
This episode of the 7 Figure CEO Podcast was a blast and I got to spend it with powerhouse couple Joseph & Diana Vigil of Vortexic Martial Arts (Katy, TX).The Vigils are Grow Pro and MAIA clients with a passion for teaching and comp...
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Season 2
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Episode 19
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7 Figure CEO Short: The Mental Rolodex
Most people think that when a prospect is looking for a Martial Arts School the first place they go is to Google. And while Google is usually where prospects will go when they have an intent and are looking for a school - it’s not the FIRST pla...
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Season 2
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Episode 21
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2:11
7 Figure CEO Short: The Only 2 Things Your Business Needs
I wanted to share this quote that is behind me that we printed on our walls here in the office. It says “All you need is Innovation and Marketing” - but the full quote is this:“Because the purpose of business is to crea...
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Season 2
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Episode 20
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2:52
7 Figure CEO Short: 5 Questions to Ask Before Hiring A Digital Marketing Agency
On this podcast I wanted to share with you 5 questions you should make sure you ask before hiring a digital marketing agency.Question #1 - Do you have Industry experience?Question #2 - Can you provide me proof of the AVERAGE results...
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Season 2
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Episode 19
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5:14
Implementation, Delegation & other Keys to Success with Matt Arroyo
On this episode of the 7 Figure CEO Podcast, I have the honor of speaking with a dear friend, (and my first mentor) Matt Arroyo.Mr. Arroyo is a 2nd Degree Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, former UFC fighter, Abu Dhabi Competito...
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Season 2
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Episode 18
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53:41
The Journey to a 402 Active Count with Joshua Frye
On this episode of the 7 Figure CEO Podcast, I speak with my friend Joshua Frye who is a Grow Pro and A-Team Client, USA Director of The Krav Association, and owner of The Training Grounds Martial Arts Academy (Estero, FL). He is a...
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Season 2
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Episode 17
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27:48
Marketing, Mentors & Triple digit Google Reviews with The Pendergrass Brothers
Dynamic Duo, 3rd degree Black Belts in BJJ, and Owner/Operators of Pendergrass Academy of Martial Arts (Raleigh, North Carolina) - the Pendergrass Brothers do not disappoint in this episode of the Podcast.It was an honor to interview th...
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Season 2
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Episode 16
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33:21
Master Peter's Academy of Martial Arts is 11 Years Strong Ft. Natasha Kothare
On this episode of the & Figure CEO Podcast, I speak with Natasha Kothare - Grow Pro Client, and Director of Operations for Master Peter's Academy of Martial Arts (Dayton, NJ). Natasha shares how her academy pivoted durin...
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Season 2
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Episode 15
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