Insights into Success

with Paul Dodds

Insights into Success has been created to give small business owners and entrepreneurs around the world, never before access to successful business people to hear about their "warts and all" journey to success. There is no "sugar coating", we want to hear the truth so our listeners can have realistic expectations and therefore be better prepared to succeed! We specifically want to know, just how close they came to failure and why they think they ultimately succeeded. What do they think our listeners need to do in order to succeed? As part of the series, we also feature the theme "Read to Succeed", a short podcast where we ask those successful business people that are readers, whether they read a book that had a meaningful impact on their journey to success. What was it? What was it about and what were the key "takeaways" for them. It need not be a business book, but a book that made a difference. Not all successful people are readers but many are. Reading is a great way to up-skill yourself and learn from the experiences of others! Insights into Success is brought to you by Making Sense of Marketing where we take a "holistic" approach. In order to help solve our followers marketing problems. We recognize the importance of helping them in other ways, which can ultimately impact on their success with marketing. Insights into Success is one of the many resources we have created to help small business owners all around the world. By learning from those that have already succeeded, we hope to help our follower’s shortcut their own journey to success. At Making Sense of Marketing, the feedback we receive from small business owners, is they perceive that they have a shortage of time as they look to juggle their responsibilities. Everyone can spare 15 minutes - right? If you can't listen to the podcast all at once, no bother, just listen to what you have time for (at least 15 minutes) and come back to hear the rest! You don't want to miss out on all the great content! We want no excuses, just results for our followers! With our Read to Succeed, they will typically be around 5 to 10 minutes. read less

The Secret To Selling Over $1 Billion in Real Estate!
Sep 19 2023
The Secret To Selling Over $1 Billion in Real Estate!
David Rainbow has been selling real estate since the 80's in Auckland New Zealand. In that time he has been considered one of the leading agents in the industry having sold over $1 billion dollars in real estate! Much has changed over the years, but to what extent has the keys to succeeding in real estate changed?David gives insights into the challenges of the industry, mistakes that people make and the keys to success!1:04 Background2:09 What made him get into Real Estate?4:44 What was the industry like in the 80's? 6:31  Was there less competition back then? 10:04  What were the keys to success back then? 13:22  In the 80's were you more on the phone or visiting people? 14:32  How easy is it to be successful in the industry 16:16  What is the difference between those that succeed and those that don't in the industry? 18:52 Has your definition of success changed over the years?19:50 Is it a "dog eat dog" industry?23:42 Are there particular qualities needed to be a good agent?27:54 How do you rise above the industry criticism?31:12 What should people expect from David Rainbow?33:24 How do you shut off from work?38:53 What do you enjoy the most in Real Estate?39:58 How important is it to enjoy yourself to succeed?For more great content, go to:https://www.isintosuccess.comhttps://www.instagram.com/insightsintosuccess/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVRkDL7gZSP98vnVyZ5445ghttps://www.tiktok.com/@insightsintosuccessEmail us at: paul.d@msofmarketing.comThanks for supporting us in our journey to find the secrets to success!
From Family Business to International Company!
Aug 22 2023
From Family Business to International Company!
Most family businesses, remain small and for a long time the Margolin family hair solution business looked no different. Everything changed when firstly Ryan and then his two brothers joined the business.With time and a different perspective, they saw opportunities. Their small family business has now grown into a multinational company that not only has their own class leading products but also contract manufacturers to others in the cosmetics industry.In this interview Ryan provides insights into the challenges they have faced along with the secrets to their success!0:55 The beginnings of their family business6:10 Moving to Florida9:07 A new water based solution.15:13 How big is the market?19:09 Change in the family22:47 How is working with your brothers?25:11 The challenge of manufacturing yourself.29:09 Making mistakes without bankrupting yourself31:01 Operating internationally.35:57 Anti-counterfeiting software.42:23 What have been some of the biggest mistakes made?44:4 Company ownership.45:46 Where to from here for the business?47:41 Competing against big corporates - the point of difference?48:54 What are the keys to being a successful entrepreneur?50:58 How complimentary are the skills of each brother?For more great content, go to:https://www.isintosuccess.comhttps://www.instagram.com/insightsintosuccess/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVRkDL7gZSP98vnVyZ5445ghttps://www.tiktok.com/@insightsintosuccessEmail us at: paul.d@msofmarketing.comThanks for supporting us in our journey to find the secrets to success!
John Q - A Real Estate Success Story!
Aug 10 2023
John Q - A Real Estate Success Story!
John Q came to New Zealand with nothing and no contacts. Over the next few years, through hard work and determination he rose to the number 2 salesperson in Ray White worldwide. I this interview shares his journey and secrets to success! 0:54 To what extent has growing up in Manila shaped who you are? 3:26 Excelling at sports. 4:39 Has sports helped with your career? 6:51 Career in the airline industry. 8:09 What was the motivation to get out of the airline industry? 9:32 Has the customer serviced helped with real estate? 11:10 How did you managed to get into real estate in New Zealand? 13:01 How did you initially get clients? 14:34 Did you ever have self doubt? 17:16 What was the key to getting success? 19:19 Focusing on Stonefields. 25:31 Managing to sell across suburbs. 26:42 Refining your door selling skills. 28:19 What's the difference between those that succeed and those that don't? 32:16 How would you like clients to describe you? 32:52 When did you start building a team? 38:31 How important has your wife been in your journey? 41:12 What does a typical day look like? 47:15 Your biggest motivation 51:00 Failure to success. 55:21 What are the keys to achieving your goals? For more great content, go to:https://www.isintosuccess.comhttps://www.instagram.com/insightsintosuccess/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVRkDL7gZSP98vnVyZ5445ghttps://www.tiktok.com/@insightsintosuccessEmail us at: paul.d@msofmarketing.comThanks for supporting us in our journey to find the secrets to success!
Navy Seal to Entrepreneur - The Natural Synergies!
Jul 25 2023
Navy Seal to Entrepreneur - The Natural Synergies!
As a former Navy Seal officer, Marty Strong has come to appreciate how the qualities that are sought to make a great Navy Seal have genuine relevance in business.  To be a Navy Seal, you not only need to be physically tough, but you also need to be smart. You need to have strong problem solving skills, able to think "outside the box" and make decisions in limited amounts of time, under pressure. All great qualities for business.In this interview, Marty shares his perspective on business as a former Navy Seal and the books that he has written to cover what he considers to be gaps in the education of business leaders.1:25 Marty's life mission4:49 Having P.T.S.D back in WW1 and WW2.14:44 Writing the book "Be Visionary".18:30 Will schools and universities change their curriculum and accommodate the teaching of practical skills like selling?22:29 Plans now that his latest book has been published.30:00 The Navy Seals experience and its uses in developing business ideas.37:51 What are some of the greatest challenges facing business leaders today?43:06 Why are we not as forward thinking as we should be?46:08 Have people learnt lessons about supply chain issues due to the pandemic?50:03 Marty's plans over the next 12 months.For more great content, go to:https://www.isintosuccess.comhttps://www.instagram.com/insightsintosuccess/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVRkDL7gZSP98vnVyZ5445ghttps://www.tiktok.com/@insightsintosuccessEmail us at: paul.d@msofmarketing.comThanks for supporting us in our journey to find the secrets to success!
Unlock the Secrets to Growing Your Business!
May 16 2023
Unlock the Secrets to Growing Your Business!
Herb Cogliano's family had a very successful recruitment company. The business grew to a point, but then became stuck. Frustrated with the lack of further growth, Herb embarked on a journey to unlock the keys to business growth.Finding a book called Scaling Up, Herb put into practice what he learnt taking their company North American wide featuring in the Inc 5,000 fasting growing companies.Having achieved so much with Sullivan and Cogliano Designers, Herb now spends his time coaching other business owners to replicate his growth success!1:07 Getting to know Herb.3:19 Secrets to his parent's success!5:57 Why do only a few businesses ever really grow in a particular industry?12:52 Four major decisions that they needed to make to solve their growth blockage.19:58 Issues with labour shortages.23:55 Is it a challenge to get owners to have patience?26:56 Why did you get out of the family business?30:52 Do you vet your clients?32:22 What do you enjoy the most with your work?33:36 How quickly can you make changes with businesses, especially when they are small without destroying them?36:59 How long have you been a coach of scaling up?37:42 Tell us about scaling up.39:46 The influence of JD Rockefeller.40:23 10 Rockefeller habits.44:33 A progressive approach.45:37 Don't be cheap!48:06 What should you look for in a coach?50:47 What advice would you give people starting out to make it easier for them to grow?54:07 The impact of COVID.For more great content, go to:https://www.isintosuccess.comhttps://www.instagram.com/insightsintosuccess/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVRkDL7gZSP98vnVyZ5445ghttps://www.tiktok.com/@insightsintosuccessEmail us at: paul.d@msofmarketing.comThanks for supporting us in our journey to find the secrets to success!
Connor Snyder's Storyy helping Grant Cardone - Part 2
Apr 12 2023
Connor Snyder's Storyy helping Grant Cardone - Part 2
Connor Snyder has gone a long way in a pretty short space of time! His side hustle has become a business with 100 staff and is now very much his full time focus! He even boasts Grant Cardone as a client!Like most, Connor has had his challenges, but undaunted his business continues to thrive in a niche within the Social Media industry with few competitors.In this two part interview, Connor gives us insights into his challenges, how he has overcome them and what he considers are the secrets to success! Part 20:42 Challenges faced and lessons learned.3:07 What's your motivation?4:43 Hardest thing being an entrepreneur?6:36 What is the size of Storyy?9:22 How do you manage people all around the world?10:49 Connor's role versus Austin12:57 What has been the secret to growing so fast?14:47 What is the vision for the business?16:36 Deep fake videos.19:12 Do you have many competitors?20:05 Where are your clients based?20:48 Did you plan to be an entrepreneur when growing up?22:45 What are the keys to being a successful entrepreneur?24:58 How best to go about achieving your goals?27:01 How did you get Grant Cardone as a client?For more great content, go to:https://www.isintosuccess.comhttps://www.instagram.com/insightsintosuccess/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVRkDL7gZSP98vnVyZ5445ghttps://www.tiktok.com/@insightsintosuccessEmail us at: paul.d@msofmarketing.comThanks for supporting us in our journey to find the secrets to success!
Too Fitz not to beat cancer! Part Two.
Mar 7 2023
Too Fitz not to beat cancer! Part Two.
Fitz Koehler is among the most prominent and compelling fitness experts and race announcers in America.With a Master’s Degree in Exercise and Sport Sciences and decades of experience teaching fitness worldwide, Fitz has helped countless people live better and longer by making fitness understandable, attainable, and fun. She has spent decades building her brand and business, FITZNESS, and has earned global reach and financial freedom. Her mission to help others live better and longer never changes, but her tactics frequently do. Struck down by cancer, she didn't let it hold her back. She doubled her business while beating cancer!In this two part interview, Fitz shares her remarkable journey and the lessons that she has learnt!PART TWO:0:46 To what extent can fitness help your mental wee-being?3:38 The Morning Mile.6:50 How has your cancer journey changed you?10:43 Tell us about your three books.11:53 When did you start writing your first book?14:12 Was writing the book difficult?14:46 What are the two new books?23:40 Tips to help people achieve their goals. https://www.fitzness.com/blog/https://www.instagram.com/fitzness/https://www.linkedin.com/in/fitz-koehler/ For more great content, go to:https://www.isintosuccess.comhttps://www.instagram.com/insightsintosuccess/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVRkDL7gZSP98vnVyZ5445ghttps://www.tiktok.com/@insightsintosuccessEmail us at: paul.d@msofmarketing.comThanks for supporting us in our journey to find the secrets to success!
Too Fitz not to beat cancer! Part One.
Feb 28 2023
Too Fitz not to beat cancer! Part One.
Fitz Koehler is among the most prominent and compelling fitness experts and race announcers in America.With a Master’s Degree in Exercise and Sport Sciences and decades of experience teaching fitness worldwide, Fitz has helped countless people live better and longer by making fitness understandable, attainable, and fun. She has spent decades building her brand and business, FITZNESS, and has earned global reach and financial freedom. Her mission to help others live better and longer never changes, but her tactics frequently do. Struck down by cancer, she didn't let it hold her back. She doubled her business while beating cancer!In this two part interview, Fitz shares her remarkable journey and the lessons that she has learnt!Part One:0:31 Introduction4:12 How did she get into the fitness industry?7:51 Having the confidence for TV.9:35 What makes a great fitness instructor?10:35 How do you keep your enthusiasm up?11:40 How mentally draining is performing?13:25 Lessons from getting cancer.19:54 If you didn't have your passions, how different would have been the outcome?21:20 How important is mental attitude in beating cancer?24:16 Have you always been so positive?25:18 Do you have strategies to keep you positive?28:09 Strategies for taking control of social media and protecting your mental health.https://www.fitzness.com/blog/https://www.instagram.com/fitzness/https://www.linkedin.com/in/fitz-koehler/For more great content, go to:https://www.isintosuccess.comhttps://www.instagram.com/insightsintosuccess/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVRkDL7gZSP98vnVyZ5445ghttps://www.tiktok.com/@insightsintosuccessEmail us at: paul.d@msofmarketing.comThanks for supporting us in our journey to find the secrets to success!