IAM2352 - Unveiling the Franchise Broker Adventure: Embrace the Discomfort

In this special episode, Gresham Harkless discusses the challenges and emotional aspects of starting a new business, comparing the process to the awkward, stumbling stage of a baby giraffe learning to walk.   He reflects on the fatigue that goes with juggling multiple responsibilities—personal, volunteer, and business-related—and acknowledges the struggle of managing energy and staying organized, particularly by the end of the week.   Gresham emphasizes the importance of understanding and embracing the discomfort that comes with new ventures.    He mentions the idea of "letting go of the previous rung" when climbing to the next level, a concept introduced to him by coach Art Radke.   Gresham highlights the importance of protecting one's time and energy, recognizing that being overwhelmed is common in new business ventures.   Gresham underscores the necessity of saying "no" without justification as a way of prioritizing and safeguarding one's well-being.   Blue Star Franchise: http://bluestarfranchise.com Browse the Franchise Inventory: https://bluestarfranchise.com/franchise Is franchising right for you? Check this out to see: http://bluestarfranchise.com/assessment Franchise CEO (A CBNation Site - coming soon) - http://franchiseceo.co Check out our CEO Hack Buzz Newsletter–our premium newsletter with hacks and nuggets to level up your organization. Sign up HERE.  I AM CEO Handbook Volume 3 is HERE and it's FREE. Get your copy here: http://cbnation.co/iamceo3. Get the 100+ things that you can learn from 1600 business podcasts we recorded. Hear Gresh's story, learn the 16 business pillars from the podcast, find out about CBNation Architects and why you might be one and so much more. Did we mention it was FREE? Download it today!