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Kicking Ass and Taking Names with Marlon Griffith, Esq.
A empowerment podcast for business owners. Join us on this podcast journey as we help you break free from the grind and get your business to work for you. We will delve into impactful conversations with business owners, corporate leaders, professional service providers, and industry innovators that will provide you with insights and actionable strategies that will transform your entrepreneurial path, boost your success, and put you in control of your business journey. So you can kick ass and take names.
Kicking Ass and Taking Names with Marlon Griffith, Esq.
Ep. 3 Unlocking Freedom Through Entrepreneurship: A conversation with Art Espy
In this episode of 'Kicking Ass and Taking Names', Marlon interviews Art Espy, a serial entrepreneur and Managing Director of Lighthouse Labs. They discuss the journey of entrepreneurship, the importance of freedom, and the role of startup accelerators in fostering business growth. Art shares insights on the differences between lifestyle businesses and high-growth ventures, the significance of business structure, and how to position a business for investment. Additionally, they explore Art's book series, 'Misfits Champion Sustainable Business', which aims to provide practical tools for entrepreneurs. The conversation emphasizes authenticity, overcoming fear, and building a strong company culture.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
04:29 The Pursuit of Freedom
06:11 Lighthouse Labs and Startup Acceleration
08:13 Understanding Cohorts in Startup Accelerators
08:33 What Companies Learn in the Lighthouse Labs Program
09:46 The Importance of Intent in Building a Business
10:45 Different Types of Business Intent
11:57 Choosing the Right Business Structure for Growth
15:07 Positioning Your Business for Investment or Sale
16:41 The Misfit Champions Sustainable Business Series
20:31 Building a Culture for Sustainable Business
26:11 Business Advice: Be Authentic and Fearless
26:48 Favorite Cigars and Farewell
