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Show notes from Episode #129 of the Sweaty Startup Podcast. In this episode, Nick and Max talk to us through the formation of a window cleaning business. You’ll get an in depth review of how they would start the business if they were 21 and had no money, and discuss marketing, the strategic foundation, and […]

Show notes from Episode #128 of the Sweaty Startup Podcast. What’s the mindset of an entrepreneur? What makes somebody an entrepreneur? Where does the drive to be a successful entrepreneur come from? Nick is joined by Max Maher to talk about what drives them, and why they’re happiest as entrepreneurs. Passionate Curiosity Max talks about […]

Show notes from Episode #126 of the Sweaty Startup Podcast. Both Nick and Max Maher have businesses posting millions of dollars in revenue. Both of them, at one point, had to get over the hump of getting their business to truly scale, and you’ll be surprised how much easier it got with a mindset shift. […]

Show notes from Episode #125 of the Sweaty Startup Podcast. The world talks a lot about money. Entrepreneurs talk a lot about money. Revenue, profitability, sales, deals, and on and on we are thinking about money. Money isn’t everything, but it can give you the chance to live the life you want. Nick was raised […]

Show notes from Episode #124 of the Sweaty Startup Podcast. Nick, Dan, and Max join us again to talk about businesses they love, most of which you can find on the Sweaty Startup business idea list. Compared to the ideas discussed in the first episode, these will have a little higher barrier to entry and […]

Show notes from Episode #123 of the Sweaty Startup Podcast. Nick has an extensive list of recommended books, but he’s quick to tell you his absolute favorite–Never Split the Difference by Chris Voss. Never Split the Difference is all about negotiation and dealmaking, which are key skills to have both in business and in life. […]

Show notes from Episode #127 of the Sweaty Startup Podcast. Nick and Max Maher have gotten together to discuss their favorite business books, many of which you can find on the Sweaty Startup booklist. These books are great for inspiration, insight, and personal development, and you’ll be shocked at how often you apply their learnings […]

These are all businesses and markets that I love. The competition is weak. The market is growing. The costs and risks are low. The odds are good. You can analyze the market and make accurate decisions on where there is opportunity to thrive. You can win. Start small. Start low skilled and low risk if […]

Prefer a more positive outlook? Check out the businesses I love. I don’t like businesses that have a lot of passionate people involved. Businesses that are fun and are a lot of people’s hobbies. Passionate people think with their hearts instead of analyzing the markets. Passionate people make poor decisions. Passionate people start companies because […]

Show notes from Episode #122 of the Sweaty Startup Podcast. This is the first episode of a new series called Business I Love, where Nick will speak with guests on the show about industries that offer a lot of opportunity for sweaty startups to jump in and find success. For more businesses Nick loves check […]