In this special Champion Reads episode, Coach Willie Blake, Ian Sturmer, and John Kovacs Jr. each bring a powerful book that transformed their thinking—and possibly their lives. These books may not be what you'd expect in a business or leadership discussion, but the insights inside are unforgettable.From children’s rhymes to leadership blueprints to the psychology of success—this episode is proof that sometimes the most unexpected books carry the most profound lessons.💡 Books We Dive Into:1. Outliers by Malcolm GladwellGladwell breaks down what truly drives extraordinary success—and it’s not just talent. It’s about timing, opportunity, culture, and the 10,000-hour rule.🏆 Key Insight: Success isn’t born—it’s built. The people who rise above often had help, habits, and history working in their favor.2. Green Eggs and Ham by Dr. SeussYes… the children's book. But beneath the rhymes is a timeless message about open-mindedness, trying new things, and the power of persistence.👶 Key Insight: We often resist the unfamiliar—until we try it. Growth happens outside our comfort zone, even if it starts with something green and odd.3. Up Your Game by David BradfordBradford lays out how to build your personal network like a champion, using a relationship-first strategy that turns connection into opportunity.🤝 Key Insight: Success flows from your network—the more you give, the more you grow. Learn to play the "game" with integrity and strategy.🎯 Why You Should Watch:This episode will shift your perspective on success, relationships, and courage. Whether you’re a CEO, coach, parent, or student—there’s something here for you. These books remind us that life-changing lessons don’t always come from where you expect.🌱 Practical Takeaways:Master the Long Game – Like Gladwell says, build habits and keep showing up. The reps matter.Stay Curious – Be like Sam-I-Am. Be willing to try things before you reject them.Nurture Your Network – Give value, follow up, and turn connections into lifelong relationships.🎙️ Stay Inspired:Subscribe to Champion Reads for real conversations and real impact—applying life-changing insights from the world's most powerful books.🌐 Join the Champion Circle:https://www.mychampioncircle.com — Tools, coaching, and community to level up your life and leadership.🔔 Like, Share & Subscribe to fuel your growth.#ChampionReads #BeyondBestsellers #Outliers #GreenEggsAndHam #UpYourGame #MalcolmGladwell #DrSeuss #DavidBradford #MindsetShift #LeadershipBooks #SuccessMindset #ChampionCircle #BooksThatMatter #TryNewThings #NetworkingTips #10kHours

⏳ In this heartfelt finale to the Profit First series, Coach Willie Blake and Ian Sturmer go beyond the bank account and into the heart. Inspired by the principle of prioritizing profit first in business, they explore how to apply the same mindset to our time, relationships, and priorities.👉 “Men spell love R-E-S-P-E-C-T. Women spell love L-O-V-E. Children spell love T-I-M-E.”💡 Key Topics Covered:Time Is the Real CurrencyJust like with money, are you giving your best time first—or just what’s left over?Start allocating your most valuable asset—your time—to the people and values that matter most.Put the Big Rocks in FirstWillie explains the classic jar analogy—how to fit priorities in your life by focusing on what matters most first.Mindset of MarginIan reflects: “Do we budget our time the way we budget our money?”Creating space and margin isn’t just financial—it’s about intentional time planning.The 1% Time Rule (14 Minutes a Day)Just 14 minutes a day can transform your relationships, faith, and mindset.One hug. One note. One walk. Small actions, big impact.What Regret Really Looks LikeIan shares a touching story of his son waiting on a tricycle. Sometimes, it’s the small moments we miss that we remember most.🎯 Why You Should Watch:This episode is a powerful reminder that how we spend our time is how we live our lives. Whether you're a business owner, parent, partner, or dreamer—this message will help you reset your priorities and recenter your focus on what truly matters.🌱 Practical Takeaways:Time Block What Matters – Schedule family, health, faith, and rest before tasks or work.Apply the 1% Rule – Just 14 minutes a day can change your life.Be Present & Interruptible – When people need you, pause and be fully there.Start & End Your Day Right – Begin and close with gratitude, presence, or connection—not your phone.🧠 Final Takeaway:"Don’t give your loved ones the leftovers. Give them your best."🎙️ Stay Inspired:Subscribe to Champion Reads for life-changing insights from the world’s best books—applying not just to your business, but to your faith, family, and future.🌐 Explore More:Join the Champion Circle at https://www.mychampioncircle.com for tools, coaching, and community to grow with intention.🔔 Like, Share & Subscribe to stay rooted in what matters most.#TimeManagement #ProfitFirst #ChampionReads #FamilyFirst #TimeIsCurrency #BigRocksFirst #PrioritizePurpose #MindsetOfMargin #IntentionalLiving #ChampionCircle #DailyDiscipline

🎯In this high-impact episode of Champion Reads, Coach Willie Blake, Ian Sturmer, and John Kovacs Jr. break down one of the most important financial mindset shifts every entrepreneur needs—why putting PROFIT FIRST leads to long-term freedom, not scarcity.💡 Key Principles from Profit First by Mike Michalowicz:Constraints Create Clarity and FreedomLike choosing a smaller plate at a buffet, reducing what you “see” available to spend forces you to operate smarter.💬 Quote: “If you don’t want to eat the whole pie, grab a smaller plate.”Take the Profit First—LiterallyAllocate 1%, 5%, or 30% to profit before spending another dime. John shares his system of splitting income across profit, taxes, savings, and more—creating peace of mind, not stress.Mindset Over MoneyProfit First isn’t just about dollars—it’s about behavior.“Out of sight, out of mind” reduces emotional spending by keeping profit and taxes in separate bank accounts.Constraints Drive CreativityJohn tells the story of the 9/11 memorial design: how creative solutions often come because of limitations—not in spite of them.Don’t Let Revenue Fool YouMore sales ≠ more success.Willie shares how a Shark Tank business had strong sales but lost money because of unaccounted-for costs like “free” shipping.💼 Real-Life Applications:Use the 1% Rule: Move 1% of all revenue to a profit account.Delay purchases by 24 hours to avoid impulse spending.Assign every dollar a job with envelope-style budgeting.Prioritize cash on hand over vanity metrics or “paper profit.”🎯 Why You Should Watch:This episode is packed with powerful takeaways for entrepreneurs, solopreneurs, and side-hustlers who want to ditch the feast-or-famine cycle and run a business that actually pays them. You don’t need more revenue—you need smarter habits.🌱 Takeaway Quote Recap:“Revenue is vanity. Profit is sanity. But cash… cash is reality.”🎙️ Stay Inspired:Subscribe to Champion Reads for deep dives into the best business books and actionable insights to help you grow your income, mindset, and impact.🌐 Join the Movement:Explore more from the Champion Circle community at https://www.mychampioncircle.com — coaching, tools, and support for purpose-driven growth.🔔 Like, Share & Subscribe for more weekly episodes!#ProfitFirst #MikeMichalowicz #RevenueVsProfit #EntrepreneurMindset #CashFlowMatters #SolopreneurTips #ChampionReads #ChampionCircle #SmallBusinessGrowth #MoneyHabits #FinancialFreedom #ProfitIsSanity