498: Fundamentals, Freedom, Hiring, and Scaling with Nicole Wipp

Nicole Wipp is the founder and CEO of Wipp Enterprises LLC, a consulting and training firm that provides a range of leadership, team creation, team building and retention services to large companies, and to the small business/entrepreneur market as NicoleWipp.com. She also leads a highly successful boutique elder law firm.

In these capacities, Nicole is a sought after expert on numerous topics related to building successful businesses through powerful teams, has spoken on numerous stages nationwide, is a frequent guest on top podcasts, and has authored a number one bestselling book. Wipp Enterprises is a Kolbe Certified solutions provider and is certified as a Women’s Business Enterprise by the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC).

Quotes:                                                                                                                                   

“The point of being an entrepreneur is about freedom. And freedom is not just about money; it's also about time and the ability to do things other than work in your business.” – Nicole Wipp

“Bad things happen to good people, or to people who try to do the right things. It's just what life is about.” – Nicole Wipp

“If you really want to grow a great business, you have to start thinking about your business in terms of scalability. The only way you're going to be able to scale your business in a way that doesn't involve more of you is by having the right team.” – Nicole Wipp

Takeaways:

01:17 Entrepreneurs often mistake team building as an expense, when it should be viewed as a way to generate more income.

10:35 Hiring the right team member means finding someone who complements your work style, not just someone who can do the job.

18:26 Self-awareness is crucial in understanding your role and the type of team members you need to succeed.

22:03 Building a successful business isn't just about making money, but about creating freedom and sustainable work processes.

30:29 Productive conflict within a team can lead to better decision-making and business growth.

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Filed in: Archive 2: 2017 • Interview • Podcast

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