🎯 In this episode of Champion Reads, Coach Willie Blake and Ian Sturmer kick off a powerful new book: Profit First by Mike Michalowicz. The duo tackles one of the biggest mindset shifts entrepreneurs must make to create sustainable success:👉 Profit isn’t what’s left over—it’s what comes first.Most business owners live by the outdated formula:Sales – Expenses = ProfitBut this often leads to overspending and no money left in the bank. Profit First flips the script:Sales – Profit = ExpensesMeaning you build profit into your business from day one, and operate with intention and discipline.💡 Key Topics Covered:Profit Is a Habit, Not an EventLearn how to build profit into every transaction—consistently and habitually.Know Your Real NumbersAre you checking your bank account or actually tracking overhead, cash flow, and margins? Most business owners are flying blind.Spending ≠ SuccessIan warns against vanity spending and chasing equipment or tools you don’t need. Spending is not growth—profit is.Cash Flow Beats Paper ProfitMike’s story shows how you can look profitable on paper and still have no money in the bank. Learn why tracking real cash matters more than spreadsheet wins.Pause Before You PurchaseWhether it’s business gear or personal spending, Willie and Ian both practice the 24-hour or 7-day delay tactic—and it saves them every time.Avoid the Shiny Object SpiralMore services doesn’t always mean more success. Adding complexity to your business can drain your time, money, and margin.Intentional Profit = Long-Term FreedomYou don’t stumble into profit. You bake it into your business—with every decision, habit, and dollar spent.🎯 Why You Should Watch:If you're tired of working hard and still feeling broke, this episode is for you. Learn how to stop chasing sales and start building profit into your business with clarity and discipline. This isn’t just a book—it’s a blueprint for financial sanity.🌱 Practical Takeaways:Change the formula: Sales – Profit = ExpensesTrack real cash, not just accounting “wins”Delay spending and eliminate wasteFocus on habits that build actual wealth—not just revenue🎙️ Stay Inspired:Subscribe to Champion Reads for actionable insights from the most practical and powerful business books out there.🌐 Explore More:Join the Champion Circle community at https://www.mychampioncircle.com for coaching, tools, and support to grow a purpose-driven, profitable business.🔔 Don’t Forget to Like, Share, and Subscribe!#ProfitFirst #MikeMichalowicz #BusinessProfit #EntrepreneurFinance #CashFlowMatters #ChampionReads #ChampionCircle #FinancialHabits #SmallBusinessSuccess #ProfitOverVanity #SmartSpending

🎯 In this second episode on Profit First by Mike Michalowicz, Coach Willie Blake and Ian Sturmer go beyond the basics and unpack the real magic behind the method:👉 Profit isn’t math—it’s mindset.If you’ve ever found yourself making money but feeling broke, this episode is for you. Learn how reversing the traditional formula and implementing small, intentional financial habits can completely shift how you run your business (and your life).💡 Key Topics Covered:Profit Is a Mindset, Not Just a FormulaMost businesses don’t need more income—they need more structure and discipline. Profit First gives both.Parkinson’s Law & the Toothpaste AnalogyWe use what’s available. When money is scarce (like the last bit of toothpaste), we spend more wisely. Control the flow—control your outcomes.Start with Just 1%Set aside 1% of all income into a separate profit account. It rewires your brain and proves you can operate on less. From there, build up to 5%, 10%, or more.The Power of Separate Bank AccountsOut of sight, out of temptation. When profit is separated, you stop spending emotionally and start spending intentionally.It’s Not Just About MoneyThe principles apply to health, relationships, mindset, and beyond. Cut 100 calories, save 10 minutes, or improve 2% a day—it all compounds.Systems beat WillpowerDon’t trust your gut. Trust your process. Systems help you act smarter, even when you feel tired, emotional, or impulsive.🎯 Why You Should Watch:This episode is a masterclass in tiny adjustments with massive outcomes. If you’re tired of the feast-or-famine rollercoaster in business or life, this will show you how to create steady, sustainable success—starting with just 1%.🌱 Practical Takeaways:Set up separate accounts to create financial clarityStart saving profit at just 1%—and build from thereApply the 2% Rule to health, relationships, and goalsTrust systems, not emotion. Profit is a discipline, not a fluke🎙️ Stay Inspired:Subscribe to Champion Reads for deep dives into the most practical and powerful business books that transform not just how you work—but who you become.🌐 Explore More:Join the Champion Circle community at https://www.mychampioncircle.com for exclusive coaching and high-performance strategies.🔔 Don’t Forget to Like, Share, and Subscribe!#ProfitFirst #MikeMichalowicz #FinancialFreedom #EntrepreneurHabits #BusinessSystems #SmallStepsBigResults #ParkinsonsLaw #2PercentRule #ChampionReads #ChampionCircle #MindsetShift #ProfitMindset #MoneyHabits

🚀 In this closing episode of our How I Built This series, Coach Willie Blake and Ian Sturmer explore one of the book’s most soul-searching questions:"If I don’t want to do this for the rest of my life, do I want to do it tomorrow?"This question isn’t just for entrepreneurs—it’s for anyone stuck between what’s practical and what’s purposeful. Through personal stories, tough realizations, and grounded wisdom, the hosts reveal how real change often begins with a moment of honesty and a willingness to start small.💡 Key Topics Covered:The Power of a Simple QuestionWhat if your discomfort is trying to tell you something important? Learn how one question can change your path.When Comfort Isn’t AlignmentJust because a job is stable doesn’t mean it’s aligned. Willie and Ian explore how to recognize when it’s time to pivot.You Don’t Have to Burn Everything DownThe myth of the all-or-nothing leap is overrated. Start with micro-actions—small shifts that lead to major change.Passion Shows Up in the QuietDiscover how your calling often whispers, not shouts—and why listening matters more than waiting for lightning bolts.Finding Your Niche Takes TimeWillie shares how his coaching journey went from broad to focused—proof that clarity comes through action, not just thought.🎯 Why You Should Watch:If you’re stuck, doubting your path, or simply unsure what’s next, this episode will help you reconnect with your true purpose. You don’t need to figure it all out—you just need to take one small step in the right direction.🌱 Practical Takeaways:Ask Better Questions: “What would I do if everything else was equal?”Start with Micro-Actions: You don’t need a full exit strategy to start pivoting.Define Your Own Path: Fast or slow, side hustle or full-time—it’s all valid.Be Patient with the Journey: Go all-in daily (micro) and stay committed long-term (macro).🎙️ Stay Inspired:Subscribe to Champion Reads for more powerful conversations that help you build your life, business, and mindset—one chapter at a time.🌐 Explore More:Join the Champion Circle community at https://www.mychampioncircle.com for more tools, coaching, and clarity on your next chapter.🔔 Don’t Forget to Like, Share, and Subscribe!#HowIBuiltThis #GuyRaz #FindYourPurpose #DoWhatYouLove #CareerChange #SmallStepsBigResults #ChampionReads #ChampionCircle #LifeDesign #EntrepreneurMindset