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数カ月前、私は年商4400万ドル（約69億5000万円）の創業者とテーブルを挟んで向かい合っていた。利益率も悪くない。顧客の忠誠度も高い。チームは、もはや彼が毎日その場にいなくても回るようになっていた。 私は彼に、自社以外のバランスシートはどうなっているのかと尋ねた。彼は答えを持っていなかった。軽率だったからではない。これまで誰も、そのような聞き方をしたことがなかったからだ。彼が考えることは、すべて自社のことだった。 残念ながら、これはあまりにもよくある話である。 お金を稼ぐことと、お金を守ることは別のスキルである 収益性の高い会社を築くには、ビジョン、行動力、そして問題が積み上がるより速く解決する能力が必要だ。富を築くには、まったく別のものが求められる。構造、忍耐、そして成果が見える何年も前に下す意思決定である。多くの成功した創業者は前者には優れているが、後者を教わったことがない。...
Why Entrepreneurs Often Mistake Revenue Growth For Wealth
Chad Willardson, President and Founder of Pacific Capital & ELEVATED and 6x best-selling author. I sat across the table a few months ago from a founder doing $44 million a year. Decent margins. Loyal customers. A team that didn’t need him in the room every day anymore. I asked him what his balance sheet looked like outside of his business. He didn’t have an answer. Not because he was careless. Because no one had ever asked him the question that way before; all he thinks about is his business.
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長年、私は「権限委譲（デリゲーション）」を説いてきた。優秀な人材を雇い、仕組みを構築し、ToDoリストからタスクを消し去り、自分自身を日常業務から解放することだ。今でもその考えは変わらない。 しかし、会社を経営して7年ほど経った頃、ある不都合な事実に気づいた。ほぼすべての業務を委譲したにもかかわらず、自分の思考がまったく進歩していなかったのだ。 カレンダーの予定は減り、チームは強くなり、売上は伸びていた。しかし、私は相変わらず同じメンバーと同じプロジェクトやKPIについて、同じ会話を繰り返していた。時間的な余裕はできたが、心はカレンダーほど自由ではなかった。私に欠けていたのは「視座の引き上げ（エレベーション）」だった。 この違いを理解することは、私が23年間にわたり起業家を支援する中で学んだ最も重要なことの一つだ。そして、私が共に仕事をする創業者の多くは、今もなおこの課題の解決に取り組んでいる。 権限委譲はタスク管理の戦術であり、視座の引き上げは人生の戦略である...
Delegation Frees Your Calendar, But Elevation Can Change Your Future
Chad Willardson, President and Founder of Pacific Capital & ELEVATED and 6x best-selling author. For years, I preached delegation: Hire great people, build systems, get the tasks off your list, and get yourself out of the day-to-day. I still believe that. But around year seven of running my company, I realized something uncomfortable: I had delegated almost everything and my thinking hadn't moved. My calendar was cleaner. My team was stronger. Revenue was growing.
Don't Let Fear Stop You From Selling Your Business
Chad Willardson, President and Founder of ELEVATED and best-selling author. A UBS report released last month put a striking number in front of every business owner in America: 63% of U.S. entrepreneurs are planning to exit their businesses in the next five years. I know what the skeptics are saying: Markets are choppy. Tariffs are unpredictable. The Fed could change course and raise rates. The geopolitical environment is volatile. This is no time to sell.
Deja de intentar ganarle a la IA, mejor enfócate en estas habilidades blandas que te harán irremplazable
En este mundo impulsado por IA, no vas a superarla trabajando 70 u 80 horas a la semana. La IA no se cansa, no se enferma, no duerme. Puede trabajar toda la noche sin quejarse.
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チャド・ウィラードソン氏は、Pacific Capitalの社長兼創業者であり、ELEVATEDの代表を務める。6冊のベストセラー書籍の著者でもある。 起業家たちは、ビジネスからのエグジットや巨額の売上目標達成のために身を粉にして働くが、結局のところ「黄金の檻」を築いてしまう。資金は増えたが、自由は減ったという状態だ。 彼らは資金の運用方法を尋ねに来るが、本当に求めているのは人生を取り戻す方法である。私が20年以上にわたり富裕層の起業家を支援してきた中で、彼らの成長を静かに阻害し、激務から抜け出せなくする特定の罠がほぼ必ず存在することがわかった。その回避方法を以下に紹介する。 「安全な貯蓄」が真の成長を妨げることをやめよう 一部の起業家は、安全だと感じるため、当座預金や普通預金に多額の残高を保持している。彼らはビジネス売却による現金収入を預け、「適切なタイミング」を待ちながら、少しずつ市場に投入する。この手法は保守的に聞こえるが、大きな機会損失を生む可能性がある。...
You Didn’t Build A Business To Become Its Prisoner: 4 Tips For Financial Freedom
Chad Willardson, President & Founder of Pacific Capital and ELEVATED. Six-time best-selling author. Entrepreneurs work themselves into the ground to exit their business or hit a massive revenue target, only to realize they have built a “cage out of gold” with more money, but less freedom. They come to me asking what to do with their money, but what they are really asking is how to reclaim their lives.
la importancia de la inteligencia emocional en el trabajo
He revisado miles de currículums impresionantes a lo largo de los años, y una de las lecciones más importantes que he aprendido es que la inteligencia y el conocimiento sin inteligencia emocional son más que improductivos. Tráeme al analista de inversiones o gestor de portafolios más inteligente de la ciudad, pero si no puede mantener una conversación tranquila cuando un cliente está preocupado o ansioso, o no sabe leer el contexto, es más un problema que un recurso.
I Audited My Time for One Week. Here's What I Changed Forever.
Early in my career, I recall many top business leaders and executives bragging about how busy they were. They took pride in wearing full suits to the office and carrying 10-12 hours of meetings and calls.This "hustle culture" mentality isn't new. For my two and a half decades in the business world, I've done my best to live and work in a different manner than what seemed popular.
Why Top Leaders Are Ditching Hustle Culture for Something Better
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. This article is part of the Spend Smart series. Read more stories Early in my career, I recall many top business leaders and executives bragging about how busy they were. They took pride in wearing full suits to the office and carrying 10-12 hours of meetings and calls. This “hustle culture” mentality isn’t new.
Not Scaling? You May Have An Accountability Problem-Here's The Fix
Chad Willardson, President & Founder of Pacific Capital and ELEVATED. Best-Selling Author of Wealth Wired Differently. getty I’ve built six companies, written six books and advised hundreds of entrepreneurs. I refuse to settle, and I think most entrepreneurs have the same mindset. But my experience has taught me that self-motivation has its limits. Many of us justify and make rational excuses for ourselves when we aren’t giving the full effort.
Why Founders Keep Failing on Social Media Original
As a founder, your instinct is to appeal to everyone. Investors. Customers. Partners. The whole world feels like your audience. And that instinct is killing your posts. The biggest mistake I see founders make on social media is trying to speak to everyone at once. The result? Your message hits no one with any power. Social media works when one person on the other side of the screen feels like you're talking directly to them. And only them. That's when they stop scrolling.
Executive Assistants
Chad Willardson, President & Founder of Pacific Capital and . Best-Selling Author of Wealth Wired Differently. I've seen entrepreneurs spend weeks lining up a fractional CFO or courting a rock star CRO, yet balk at the idea of hiring a world-class executive assistant (EA). Some never even hire one at all; others "go cheap" because for them, the role is just a glorified inbox and calendar manager.
Entrepreneurs Have a High Divorce Rate — Do This to Defy the Odds | Entrepreneur
I don't want to be financially successful if it means that my wife and I would lose our love or my kids don't know me because I'm gone every day and night, chasing money and success. That stance often seems out of place in circles of high achievers, obsessed with the "rise‑and‑grind" hustle culture. To them, all that matters is how much you make and what you can buy. And that type of person wears a busy work schedule like a badge of honor.
Entrepreneurs Have a High Divorce Rate — Do This to Defy the Odds (No Coldplay Concert Drama Required) / Finvestly
Entrepreueur Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. I don’t want to be financially successful if it means that my wife and I would lose our love or my kids don’t know me because I’m gone every day and night, chasing money and success. That stance often seems out of place in circles of high achievers, obsessed with the “rise‑and‑grind” hustle culture. To them, all that matters is how much you make and what you can buy.
Por qué despedir a tu empleado más inteligente puede salvar tu empresa: la importancia de la inteligencia emocional en el trabajo
He revisado miles de currículums impresionantes a lo largo de los años, y una de las lecciones más importantes que he aprendido es que la inteligencia y el conocimiento sin inteligencia emocional son más que improductivos. Tráeme al analista de inversiones o gestor de portafolios más inteligente de la ciudad, pero si no puede mantener una conversación tranquila cuando un cliente está preocupado o ansioso, o no sabe leer el contexto, es más un problema que un recurso.
ვისურვებდი, რომ ყველა ანტრეპრენერს ჩემნაირი მამა ჰყავდეს
ანტრეპრენერობა იმ ყველაფერზე დაკვირვებით ვისწავლე, რასაც მამა აკეთებდა. იგი ყველა ასპექტში ნამდვილი ბიზნესმენია. აქ გიამბობთ, რატომ ვისურვებდი, რომ ყველა ანტრეპრენერს ჩემნაირი მამა ჰყავდეს. ბავშვების უმეტესობა ბიზნესის პირველ გაკვეთილს ლიმონათის დახლთან სწავლობს. მე ჩემი გაკვეთილი მამაჩემის ყველა ქმედებაზე ჩუმად დაკვირვებით ვისწავლე. მამამ თავისი კარიერა ფინანსებსა და ლიდერობაში გაატარა.
Why Firing My Smartest Employee Was the Smartest Thing I Ever Did
I've seen thousands of impressive resumes over the years, and one important lesson I've learned is that smarts and brainpower without emotional intelligence are worse than unproductive. Give me the sharpest investment analyst or portfolio manager in town, but if they can't hold a calm conversation when a client is panicked or concerned or can't read the room, they're more of a liability than an asset.
Cómo ser más valioso que la IA: comunicación, empatía e inteligencia emocional
Voy a decir lo que todos están pensando: la inteligencia artificial (IA) ya está transformando nuestra forma de trabajar y, sí, va a reemplazar muchos empleos. Pero antes de rendirte o seguir haciendo las cosas como siempre, escúchame. La verdadera oportunidad no está en programar más rápido ni en trabajar más que la IA. La clave está en ser más humano que ella.
Competitors Love It When You Wait For The 'Perfect Time'-Here’s Why
Chad Willardson, President & Founder of Pacific Capital and ELEVATED. Best-Selling Author of Wealth Wired Differently. getty Remember when you promised yourself you’d finally learn guitar, start running before sunrise or launch that new business you and your friend talked about? If you’re like many leaders whose plans are still waiting for “the perfect time,” here’s what you need to know: Perfect timing is a fairy tale entrepreneurs often tell themselves to stay busy polishing instead of building.
I Wish Every Entrepreneur Had a Dad Like Mine — Here's Why | Entrepreneur
Most kids learn their first business lesson behind a lemonade stand. I learned mine by silently observing everything my Dad did; a true businessman through and through. My Dad spent his career in finance and leadership, ultimately serving as CEO of an agricultural company doing $1 billion in annual sales and chairing the American Egg Board in Chicago.
Rethinking Traditional Retirement: How Leaders Can Find Freedom
Chad Willardson, President & Founder of Pacific Capital and Platinum Elevated. Best-Selling Author of Wealth Wired Differently. Tell me who hasn’t daydreamed about the day you hand in your work badge and office key, shut down your computer and just ride off into the sunset—bank accounts full, still young and finally “retired”? It sounds like the ideal setup. But I believe this romanticized vision of retirement is old school and not relevant to everyone today.
You Won't Outwork AI — But You Can Out-Human It | Entrepreneur
I'm going to address the elephant in the room: AI is already reshaping how we work, and, yes, it will replace a ton of jobs. Before you throw in the towel or keep trying to do things the same old way, hear me out. The real opportunity here isn't about out-coding or outworking AI. We must "out-human" it.
Stop Trying to Outwork AI — Focus on These Soft Skills That Make You Irreplaceable | Flipboard
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Entrepreneurs Are Ditching Alcohol — Here's Why It's Helping Them Become More Successful
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Why Entrepreneurs Who Ditch Alcohol Gain More Focus and Success Original
Twenty years ago, when I'd show up to a business event or a business dinner, I was the only one not drinking alcohol. Now, at those same types of events and dinners, hardly anyone even orders a drink. It's a fascinating shift that I predicted would take off a couple of years ago, and it's far surpassed what I expected. There's just too much information out there today about the harmful effects of alcohol on our minds and bodies.
Going Beyond Work-Life Balance: How To Fully Invest Yourself In Both
Chad Willardson, President & Founder of Pacific Capital and Platinum Elevated. Best-Selling Author of Wealth Wired Differently. Steve Jobs was undeniably one of the most brilliant visionaries of our time. He revolutionized the way we communicate, learn and entertain ourselves—and in the process, he reshaped an entire industry. Yet, that same drive that propelled Apple to a global household name also took a personal toll that strained his relationships that should matter most.
Why Entrepreneurs Should Stop Putting Life on Hold
Entrepreneurs are notorious for postponing joy, myself included, sometimes. We say, "I'll take that trip after I close this deal," or "Once I retire, I'll slow down and spend more time with my family." But what if "later" never comes? Last Thanksgiving, my family and I were in Auckland, sailing on an America's Cup boat. We met this super-friendly couple who had just barely retired. They were on cloud nine and shared with us their plans to hop over to Hawaii and then keep traveling.
How to Retire Comfortably in Expensive Areas
Since I started Pacific Capital back in 2011, one of the biggest concerns we hear from people approaching retirement is “Should I retire and stay here or retire and relocate? Where do I want to live in my next phase of life?” Especially if “here” is a state with sky-high taxes, soaring housing costs—or both (I’m in Southern California, so this is a common topic here). It’s a fair question.
Work-Life Balance is a Lie — Here are 4 Ways You Can Be Fully Invested in Both
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Work-Life Balance is a Lie — Here are 4 Ways You Can Be Fully Invested in Both | Entrepreneur
Too many entrepreneurs try to juggle everything at once — both at work and at home — and this ends up holding them back in both areas. When you're working, you feel guilty for not being with your family, yet when you're with family, all you can think about is all the work that has yet to be done. I really don't believe in "balance" as a real-life concept. The cliché that work-life balance is a perfect seesaw of 50% career and 50% family is a myth. Life doesn't work that way.
Council Post: 5 Steps To Transform Your Mindset And Create Rapid Business Growth
Chad Willardson, President & Founder of Pacific Capital and Platinum Elevated. Best-Selling Author of Wealth Wired Differently. Most entrepreneurs think they need to handle everything—chase every opportunity, solve every problem and pack their schedules to the brim. But doing more doesn’t equal getting more done. In fact, if you’re stuck at seven figures and can’t seem to break through that ceiling, it’s probably because you’re stretched too thin. Focus on what you’re best at.
How to Stop Being a Micromanager
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. If your people at work come to you all throughout the day to help make business decisions, that’s a red flag. If you find yourself being the go-to problem solver, that’s also a red flag. If your to-do list is a mile long and you would rather just do it yourself than delegate and let go, that might exactly be why your business is still where it is or in a holding pattern.
How to Stop Being a Micromanager
If your people at work come to you all throughout the day to help make business decisions, that's a red flag. If you find yourself being the go-to problem solver, that's also a red flag. If your to-do list is a mile long and you would rather just do it yourself than delegate and let go, that might exactly be why your business is still where it is or in a holding pattern.
Council Post: Six Financial Best Practices For Business Leaders
Chad Willardson, President & Founder of Pacific Capital and Platinum Elevated. Best-Selling Author of Wealth Wired Differently. Three decades in the trenches with high-growth entrepreneurs has taught me that while numbers are important in a business, financial strategy can't just sit at the back and be an afterthought. With a background that blends an economics degree, a financial fiduciary certification and more than $1.2 billion in managed investments, I've seen it all.
7 consejos para criar niños hábiles con el dinero
Como padre de cinco hijos (entre los siete y los 18 años) y gestor fiduciario de patrimonio con 21 años de experiencia, he visto de primera mano cómo la actitud y la comunicación de tu familia sobre el dinero moldean su futuro. El modo en que hablas sobre el dinero, cómo te sientes al respecto y lo que dices sobre él deja un impacto para generaciones.
He asesorado a muchos emprendedores exitosos: Estas son las 7 lecciones que he aprendido en el camino
He pasado los últimos años asesorando a algunos de los emprendedores más exitosos del mundo. He observado de cerca lo que les permite alcanzar la abundancia mientras generan energía y alegría en su trabajo y vida personal. El camino hacia el éxito varía ampliamente entre quienes lo persiguen, pero está ligado a algunas prácticas comunes. Mi viaje me ha permitido extraer lecciones clave de estas historias de la vida real.
I've Coached Many Successful Entrepreneurs — Here are 7 Lessons I've Learned Along the Way | Entrepreneur Original
I've spent the last several years coaching some of the most successful entrepreneurs from all over the world. I've seen up close what helps them achieve great prosperity while creating a lot of energy and happiness in their work and personal lives. The path to success varies widely among those who pursue it, yet a few common practices bind it. My journey has enabled me to extract key lessons from these real-life stories.
Avoid These 10 Financial Mistakes Entrepreneurs Make
When you start your journey as an entrepreneur, you're also signing up for an adventure that 80% relies on chances or luck. You burn the boats and decide to take over the island with your brilliant idea — definitely an exhilarating feeling. You've got the vision to create and grow something special, exactly how you've always wanted to. Yet, within five years, 85% of your business will be dead. It sounds harsh, but it's the reality of business. 1.
Council Post: Key Advantages Of Strategic Tax Planning For Entrepreneurs
Chad Willardson, President & Founder of Pacific Capital and Best-Selling Author of Wealth Wired Differently. Every business is different and unique, but one thing we’ve all got in common is our desire to really maximize the value and impact of every dollar that comes in the door of our business. Taxes can be a thorn in the side for many business people because they often don’t know how—or have the time—to handle their tax planning.
Your Company's Future is at Stake Without These 8 Action Steps Original
So much entrepreneurial effort goes into starting and growing a business, yet one of the most overlooked issues is keeping it going beyond the founder. There are so many reasons it's not the top thing on a founder's priority list, and yet the saddest thing they'd never want to see is for all their years and decades of work to one day go down the drain. Business succession planning is a process that ensures continuity beyond the founder's work life.
Master This Crucial Business Skill to Become a Better Leader Original
In my 22+ years of marriage, my wife and I have traveled around the world and experienced many different cultures and sightseeing excursions. We especially love scheduling tours with local guides who cherish their home country and know all the facts and stories to share with tourists. One specific memory was on a trip to Paris, France in a motorcycle with an attached sidecar.
7 formas de reducir el tiempo que desperdicias en tu vida diaria
En el mundo actual, donde todo avanza rápidamente, el tiempo es tu activo más valioso, sin embargo, es alarmante darse cuenta de cuánto lo desperdiciamos. ¿Sabías que el estadounidense promedio dedica de seis a ocho horas diarias a sus teléfonos y a la televisión? ¡Casi 120 días al año! Esto demuestra lo fácil que es malgastar nuestra atención. La vida es muy corta y tus relaciones demasiado valiosas como para pasar un tercio de ella mirando pantallas.
7 Proven Ways to Reduce Wasted Time in Your Daily Life Original
In today's fast-paced world, time is your most precious asset, yet it's alarming to realize how much of that we devalue. Did you know that the average American dedicates 6-8 hours daily to their phones and TV? That's almost a full 120 days per year! This underscores how easy it is to squander our attention. Life is too short, and your relationships are too valuable to spend one-third of it looking at screens.
Afronta tus miedos: Cómo los principales emprendedores utilizan la duda para impulsar su crecimiento
Dar grandes pasos hacia el crecimiento como emprendedor puede generar mucho miedo y autoduda. De cierta manera, también arriesgas tu reputación. ¿Qué pensarán los demás de ti? ¿Y si es un completo fracaso? ¿Por qué eres tan ambicioso de todos modos? ¿No puedes simplemente estar feliz con lo que tienes o dónde está tu negocio hoy? Puedes sentir ese miedo a ser juzgado, o puedes dudar al enfrentarte a esos grandes desafíos debido a la incertidumbre o la eventualidad del fracaso.
How Successful Entrepreneurs Use Doubt to Drive Growth
Taking big leaps toward growth as an entrepreneur can bring on a lot of fear and self-doubt. You also risk your reputation in a way. What will others think about you? What if you completely fail? Why are you so ambitious anyway? Can't you just be happy with what you have or where your business is today? You may feel that fear of being judged, or you may be hesitant to go for the big jumps because of the unpredictability or possibility of failure.
How to Establish a Distinct Brand Identity in a Crowded Market Original
In today's digital world, crafting a standout personal brand is essential for success as a business leader. One thing's for sure: Consumers trust and purchase from real people more than impersonal brand names. This is especially true with a service business. According to the recent national research study, "Trends in Personal Branding," personal branding is more than just a social media personality contest.
Estos son los 6 pasos para escribir y publicar con éxito tu primer libro como emprendedor
Ingresar al mundo de la autoría como emprendedor es un viaje extraordinario que puede impulsar tu marca, autoridad e influencia a alturas sin precedentes. Habiendo recorrido este camino, puedo atestiguar las innumerables oportunidades que surgen una vez que has transformado tu experiencia en palabras escritas. Pero, ¿cómo comienza uno este viaje?
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