The Strategic Life Podcast

Vic Keller - Owning 14 Companies, Innovator vs. Inventor, Faith in Biz, Multiplier Effect, Hiring Tips

Owning 14 companies generating multiple billions in revenue is quite a feat until you really get to know Vic Keller’s heart and mission for serving people. We get to dive deep into that here with this interview. 
Vic Keller is the CEO and Founder of KLV Capital and the CEO and Founder of Experience Ventures. He is a passionate serial entrepreneur, business coach, and speaker. His proven ability to see, seize, and scale opportunities led to him gaining Mr. Warren Buffett as a trusted business partner when several of his companies were successfully acquired by Berkshire Hathaway Inc. Beyond bringing businesses from concept to fruition, his primary calling is to raise up world-class entrepreneurs and business operators.
Vic’s true north is his relationship with Christ, his wife of 26 years, and his two sons. His humble roots instilled in him the values, grit, and perspective needed to live and lead a life through a lens of love. All told, he loves business and feels like the luckiest person in the world to get to do what he does and even luckier that he gets to do it with people he loves.
Some questions I asked:
What role do people play in business?
How do you become more authentic?
How do you bring faith into business without being repulsive? 
What is your best advice for becoming a better leader?
In this episode, you will learn:
Who is Vic Keller?
Why being an innovator is better than being an inventor.
Job description vs journey description
Ways to make your team feel loved and valued. 
Authenticity and accountability.
Good Management - a leader’s greatest toolkit.
What it really means to seek proximity. 
Vic as a dad, as told by his son.
The importance of always seeking personal development.
The Multiplier Effect
The best way to get ahead of your competition. 
All about EPIC MBA.
And so much more!
Links and Resources:
EPIC MBA: https://www.epicmba.com/
KLV Capital: https://klvcapital.com/ 
Experience Ventures: https://experienceventures.com/ 
Connect with Vic:
Website: https://vickeller.com/ 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vickeller/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vickellerpage
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vickeller/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/vickeller
Connect with Jake to see how he can speak, consult, and collaborate with your team:
Website: https://www.jakehavron.com
Podcast: https://www.jakehavron.com/podcast
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jakehavron
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxG3bKqLK_M_HZpOgiVrtng

5 Key Tips to Mastering the Conclusion of Your Talk (All Speakers Need This)

Welcome to The Strategic Life Podcast! Today, I’m going to share with you five key tips to mastering the conclusion of your talk. 
We all know that first impressions are important, but most people don’t realize how powerful a good conclusion can be! Even if you knock the audience out of their seats within the first 30 seconds of your talk, it is how they feel at the end that will make them remember you. Learning how to deliver an attention-grabbing conclusion is essential in successfully connecting with others and converting impressions into new relationships. If you want that emotional impact on your audience, then press play now! 
In this episode, you will learn:
What most people don’t do when speaking
How to prepare your audience for the end of your speech
Recap tips
The one phrase you need to say that will get your audience to listen when ending your talk.
Ending your speech with an impact - the power of an emotional story.
How to embrace the applause like a pro.
Links and Resources
ITfactor Mentorship Program: https://itfactormentorship.com 
Connect with Jake to see how he can speak, consult, and collaborate with your team:
Website: https://www.jakehavron.com
Podcast: https://www.jakehavron.com/podcast
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jakehavron
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxG3bKqLK_M_HZpOgiVrtng

Markus Kaulius - $0 to $150 mil Business, 2020 Pivot, Prayer in Work, ENERGY!!

Markus Kaulius is the founder and CEO of Magnum Nutraceuticals, a multi-award-winning sports nutrition brand. He started his business in his early twenties, selling supplements from his own bedroom, which quickly turned into 3 retail stores, and ultimately led to starting his own brand. Over 16 years later, Magnum is an award-winning global supplements brand, available in 70 countries and represented by hundreds of top athletes and trainers around the world. 
Some questions I asked:
What would you say to someone who doesn't feel aligned with his or her work?
How do you define yourself as a CEO?
How can you create a culture where people are empowered?
What is your approach to incorporating faith and prayer into your business?
In this episode, you will learn:
How Markus built his company from $0 to $150 Million.
How Markus successfully pivoted and grew his business during the pandemic.
The mindset of a leader.
How changing your story can change your life. 
The value of fully immersing yourself in live events.
The reason why you are a million times capable than what you think.
The One Time Principle
Practical tips to empower your team.
Interview tips to ensure culture fit.
How Markus incorporates his faith into his business.
The power of prayer.
Links and Resources:
Website | https://magnumsupps.com/ 
Optimize Your Influence Workshop - use the code JAKE20 and receive 20% off | https://jakehavron.com/event
Connect with Markus:
Website | https://magnumsupps.com/
Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/markuskaulius/
Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/markus.kaulius
LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/markus-k-0a971a15/ 
YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/user/MagnumNutraceuticals
Connect with Jake to see how he can speak, consult, or collaborate with your team.
Website: https://www.jakehavron.com
Podcast: https://www.jakehavron.com/podcast
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jakehavron
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxG3bKqLK_M_HZpOgiVrtng 

TJ Colaiezzi – A Founder’s Story, Brand Reputation, Minimum Viable Product, StartUp Funding, Family First

Thomas “TJ” Colaiezzi is the founder of LifeBrand, a brand reputation and risk management technology that helps businesses and personal brands clean up their social media and delete anything that can potentially harm them in the future. 
TJ’s story is an inspiring example of how to overcome challenges - how he went from literally having to sell stuff to make ends meet to raising millions of dollars of investments. You’ll also hear how he managed to successfully scale LifeBrand while maintaining a great focus on culture and vision. But the most important thing I took away from this episode is that it doesn’t matter how much money you make, at the end of the day, it’s all about having a business that you can be proud of, that you feel good about, and that makes you happy. Let’s dive in!
Some questions I asked:
What is LifeBrand?
What is the value of a Minimum Viable Product?
How do you raise money as a start-up?
How do you make sure that the money you earn doesn't influence your values in business?
In this episode, you will learn:
Why it’s important to maintain a meaningful social presence
How to build a Minimum Viable Product business
The value of pre-framing your clients
The LifeBrand Success Story - from its humble beginnings to being backed by Kevin O’ Leary.
Why family should always come first before business.
The benefits of having a flexible work policy
Raising money and finding investors for your start-up
The power of one more
Links and Resources:
Website: https://www.lifebrand.life/
Podcast: https://www.lifebrand.life/podcast 
Connect with TJ:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tommyjcola
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LifeBrand.life
Twitter: https://twitter.com/LifeBrand_AI
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tjcolaiezzi/  
Connect with Jake to see how he can speak, consult, and collaborate with your team:
Website: https://www.jakehavron.com
Podcast: https://www.jakehavron.com/podcast
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jakehavron
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxG3bKqLK_M_HZpOgiVrtng  

Dr. Keli Koniver - Male Aesthetics, Rebranding, Meeting Husband, Company Culture, Faith In Biz

Dr. Keli Koniver is a leading aesthetics doctor and founder of Koniver Aesthetics, a state-of-the-art medical aesthetic boutique pioneering an integrative approach to rejuvenation. Her passion for health and wellness has always been driven by her innate desire to help others “feel good” about themselves, not only physically, but also internally, so that they can live their best lives. In this episode, we dove deep into her expertise in healthy skin care, the values and principles that drive her business, and how she empowers her team to deliver the transformation that their clients are looking for.
Some questions I asked:
What motivated you to start an aesthetics business?
What are retinoids and how do they work?
Why is it important to have strong ethical principles and values in business?
Tips for building a culture of excellence. 
In this episode, you will learn:
Why aesthetics isn’t just about looking beautiful
The best time to start aesthetics treatments
All about tretinoin and retinoid
The “consumer first” mindset
How to empower your team and build a culture of excellence
How each moment in your life prepares you for the next
Why there is no competition in business
The role of faith in business
New products you should get excited about from Koniver Aesthetics
Links and Resources:
Koniver Aesthetics: https://koniveraesthetics.com/ 
Koniver Wellness: https://koniverwellness.com/ 
Connect with Dr. Keli
Website: https://koniveraesthetics.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/koniveraesthetics 
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/koniveraesthetics 
Connect with Jake to see how he can speak, consult, and collaborate with your team:
Website: https://www.jakehavron.com
Podcast: https://www.jakehavron.com/podcast
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jakehavron
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxG3bKqLK_M_HZpOgiVrtng 

Steve Sims - Go for Stupid, Speaking Tips, Magical Connections, Selfishness, Get Unstuck

If you can dream it, Steve Sims is the guy who can make it happen! He is known as The Real Life Wizard of Oz and the visionary founder of the first high-end luxury concierge through which he had organized a private dinner in front of Michelangelo’s David, a romantic wedding at the Vatican, a SpaceX tour led by Elon Musk, and so much more!
In his new book, Go for Stupid, Steve teaches us how to ignore naysayers and go for our big, stupid, ridiculous goals. There are so many stories that you would want to hear about this man with top legends of the world, and he’s sharing them not to impress you but to impress upon what’s possible for you. As he said in this interview, if he can do it, you can do it too!
Some questions I asked:
What’s the idea behind Go for Stupid?
What advice would you give someone who feels stuck in life? 
Tips to become a powerful speaker.
How do you keep your audience interested and entertained?
In this episode, you will learn:
From making things happen to going for stupid.
Getting into the dream first.
Everything is about relationships.
How to magically connect with almost anyone.
The true meaning of fear.
Why you need to focus on the aggravation.
Little nuggets from “Go for Stupid”.
How to train your brain to look for opportunity. 
Sims’ SpeakEasy Tips. 
When being selfish means being strategic.
Books and Resources:
Go For Stupid: The Art of Achieving Ridiculous Goals: https://www.amazon.com/Go-Stupid-Achieving-Ridiculous-Goals/dp/1544535600/ 
Bluefishing: The Art of Making Things Happen: https://www.amazon.com/Bluefishing-Art-Making-Things-Happen/dp/1501152521 
Sims SpeakEasy: https://www.stevedsims.com/simsspeakeasy/ 
The Art of Making Things Happen Podcast: https://www.stevedsims.com/podcast/  
Connect with Steve:
Website: https://www.stevedsims.com/ 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevedsims/ 
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/stevedsims/ 
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/stevedsims 
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevedsims/ 
Connect with Jake to see how he can speak, consult, and collaborate with your team:
Website: https://www.jakehavron.com
Podcast: https://www.jakehavron.com/podcast
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jakehavron
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxG3bKqLK_M_HZpOgiVrtng 

Brandon Ivan - Inc 5000 Coffee Co., Branding Tips, Being You, Leveraging Community, Scaling Teams

Brandon Ivan is an award-winning entrepreneur and founder of 787 Coffee Co. He has made a name for himself as one of Forbes’ “Next 1000” Upstart Entrepreneurs and Inc.'s Fastest Growing Companies. His mission is to help businesses revitalize their brand through the power of emotions and human connections. 
For Brandon, branding is not just about using the right colors and words. It’s about communicating a unique set of values to both your customers and co-workers, making them feel good about themselves when they buy from you, and consistently providing them with a reason to care about you.
Some questions I asked:
Why did you decide to start a coffee business? 
How do you turn customers into brand ambassadors?
How do you empower your co-workers? 
How important is consistency of branding?
In this episode, you will learn:
From Farm to Cup - The story of 787 Coffee
How to leverage the power of community to grow your business
How to make your brand more human
How to turn customers into your most passionate brand ambassadors
The powerful infinity of eight
Why you might want to call people who work for you “co-workers” instead of “employees”
Simple ways to empower and measure the success of your co-workers
How to handle co-workers when they mess up and still earn their respect
The secret to happiness, freedom, and abundance. 
The importance of consistency in branding.
Why you should never compromise on your price (even if it means you lose the deal)
And so much more!
Links and Resources:
787 Coffee Co.: https://www.787coffee.com/
BrandOn: https://www.soybrandon.com/ 
Connect with Brandon:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soybrandonivan
Facebook: http://facebook.com/soybrandonivan 
YouTube: http://youtube.com/brandonpena 
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonpena/
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/soybrandonivan
Connect with Jake to see how he can speak, consult, and collaborate with your team:
Website: https://www.jakehavron.com
Podcast: https://www.jakehavron.com/podcast
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jakehavron
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxG3bKqLK_M_HZpOgiVrtng 

Austin Ekeler - LA Chargers Captain, NFL Stories, Entrepreneur Tips, Underdog, Spirituality

LA Chargers Running Back and Captain, Austin Ekeler, talks about his journey from his humble beginnings being a major underdog coming from a D2 school to his rise to NFL stardom. We also dove deep into his entrepreneurial side with all his business endeavors and some strategic advice to apply to your business. Austin is a rare athlete to find where his heartset, mission, and desire to leave a legacy and impact are his driving forces in life.
Some questions I asked:
How do you program your mindset and build your confidence?
How do you stay focused on other things while still crushing it in football?
What is your visualization process? 
What does faith mean to you? 
In this episode, you will learn:
Austin’s humble beginnings
How to build your confidence by living on the edge of your boundaries.
How Austin went all-in on pursuing his NFL career and building his team.
The importance of seizing every opportunity that comes your way.
Why the journey is more important than the goal.
The Austin Ekeler Foundation
The power of saying no to instant gratification
Why there’s no such thing as doubting your past. 
The Worker’s Mindset
The Eksperience App
And so much more!
Links and Resources:
Austin Ekeler Foundation - https://austinekeler.com/
Eksperience Show - https://www.youtube.com/c/Eksperience
Connect with Austin:
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/austinekeler/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AustinEkeler30/
Twitter - https://twitter.com/AustinEkeler
Linktree - https://linktr.ee/austinekeler
Connect with Jake to see how he can speak, consult, and collaborate with your team:
Website - https://www.jakehavron.com
Podcast - https://www.jakehavron.com/podcast
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jakehavron
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxG3bKqLK_M_HZpOgiVrtng 

Ben Reinberg - $500M+ Commercial Real Estate, Investing Tips, Hiring, Delegation, Sponsor Insight

Ben Reinberg is a commercial real estate mogul who built his business from zero to over $500M in assets. As the CEO of Alliance Consolidated Group of Companies, Ben helps successful professionals build wealth by investing in commercial real estate, and he does all this not by theory but by his own personal experiences and things he has learned about self-awareness, mindset, relationship building, and so much more. 
Some questions I asked:
How did you build your portfolio, and how fast did you get to $500 million?
What is Commercial Real Estate and why should you invest in it?
Tips for someone who wants to start investing.
How do you attract, hire and retain the best employees?
In this episode, you will learn:
Why it’s important to look back and reflect on every experience you’ve ever had. 
The art of delegation.
Tips for hiring and incentivizing employees.
Why it pays to invest in Commercial Real Estate.
The power of working on a Saturday.
Value over price - why you shouldn’t look at other people’s pockets when investing in them.
Business is all about relationships.
Investing tips for people who haven’t invested before.
Things you need to look at when picking a sponsor.
Why you should focus on creating massive value.
Links and Resources:
Alliance Consolidated Group of Companies - https://alliancecgc.com/
I OWN IT Podcast - https://sites.libsyn.com/405017 
Connect with Ben:
Website -  https://benreinberg.com/
LinkedIn -  https://www.linkedin.com/in/benreinberg/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/therealbenreinberg/
Facebook -  https://www.facebook.com/TheRealBenReinberg
Twitter -  https://mobile.twitter.com/realbenreinberg
YouTube -  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCN-VuewtdVrFwlOrTsNbxGA
Connect with Jake to see how he can speak, consult, and collaborate with your team:
Website: www.jakehavron.com
Podcast: www.jakehavron.com/podcast
Instagram: www.instagram.com/jakehavron

How To Better Forgive Others and Create a Love-able Life with Rob Mack

As a Celebrity Happiness Coach and over 20 years running a private practice, Rob drops valuable advice throughout this entire interview that can be implemented right away to live a more happy, prosperous, and love-able life. We dive into some practical ways to tap into your innate ability to love unconditionally, attract amazing opportunities, and manifest positive changes in your life.
Some questions I asked:
Where do peace, love, and happiness come from?
What’s your advice to someone who's in a relationship and feels like it's kind of fizzling out or lack passion? 
If there’s one thing that someone could do to to feel more peaceful, loved and happy what would it be?
What does love mean to you? 
In this episode, you will learn:
Rob’s experience of struggling with depression as a young adult and how he overcame it.
Parents, like everybody else, are doing the best they can - why we need to forgive our parents for their shortcomings and love them even more. 
The unexpected beauty of pain and suffering.
Byron Katie’s 4 Questions for Stressful Thoughts
Why we need to stop blaming and start accepting.
The power of loving and serving others without expecting anything in return.
Aloneness vs Loneliness
Happiness shared is happiness multiplied. 
What it means to be Love-ABLE.
How to experience more love, peace, and abundance in your life no matter how busy you are.
Love from the Inside Out.
Links and Resources:
Love From the Inside Out: Lessons and Inspiration for Loving Yourself, Your Life, and Each Other
Happiness from the Inside Out: The Art and Science of Fulfillment
Loving What Is: Four Questions That Can Change Your Life by Byron Katie
Power vs Force by David R. Hawkins, Ph. D
Loveability by Robert Holden, Ph. D
Connect with Rob:
Website: www.coachrobmack.com/
Instagram: www.instagram.com/robmackofficial
Facebook: www.facebook.com/robmackofficial
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/robmackofficial
Connect with Jake to see how he can speak, consult, and collaborate with your team:
Website: www.jakehavron.com
Podcast: www.jakehavron.com/podcast
Instagram: www.instagram.com/jakehavron