The Duct Tape Marketing Podcast with John Jantsch

In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast, I interviewed Ryan Deiss, a serial entrepreneur, author, and the founder of digitalmarketer.com. Our discussion begins with his latest book, “Get Scalable: The Operating System Your Business Needs to Run and Scale Without You.” and pivots to invaluable insights on breaking free from the Founder’s Curse and unlocking business value beyond yourself.

Key Takeaways

Embark on a transformative journey with Ryan Deiss in this Duct Tape Marketing Podcast episode, where he unveils strategies unlock scalable business growth, gain insights into the power of value engines, strategic rhythms, and high-output teams. Learn the art of overcoming founder indispensability, mapping value creation flows, and implementing a meeting rhythm that actually works. Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting, Ryan’s actionable insights will empower you to build a thriving business that stands the test of time.

Questions I ask Ryan Deiss:

[00:50] What is the founder’s curse?

[01:44] Would you say that what you developed in your book came from the mistakes you made along the way?

[04:05] How does the operating system viewpoint apply to business owners?

[05:54] Would you say focus and priorities are the main benefits of value engines in business?

[07:42] How many value engines are needed to run a business?

[09:07] How do you recognize opportunities that add value to the engine?

[11:48] Tell us about the high-output-team approach and how it aids recruitment, onboarding, and performance ?

[16:29] What is Meeting Rhythm?

[20:12] Where can people find your book, the tools mentioned and connect with you?

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