In this episode of The Daily Dose of Dave on the Inside BS Channel, Dave Lorenzo dives into the mindset and actions needed to achieve success, focusing on a four-step process to define, execute, and maintain winning strategies. He explores the importance of focusing on personal goals instead of comparing oneself to others, using his goal of helping 500 ProVisors members in 2025 as a practical example. Dave breaks down the time investment, habits, and accountability measures that drive success, emphasizing the mantra, "Winners focus on winning, losers focus on winners."

Show Notes: Winners Focus on Winning

1. Key Mindset: Winners focus on their goals and actions, not on comparing themselves to others.
2. Four-Step Success Framework:
- Define Winning: Identify clear, measurable outcomes (e.g., helping 500 ProVisors members by 2025).
- Block Time: Schedule a specific time for goal-related tasks and prioritize them.
- Set Habits: Develop automatic routines to simplify goal achievement.
- Check-in & Accountability: Regularly evaluate progress and adjust strategies.
3. Practical Example: Dave shares his detailed plan for supporting 500 ProVisors members, including time allocation for meetings, outreach, and follow-ups.
4. Actionable Advice: Establish consistent habits, prioritize time investment, and embrace a mindset focused on self-improvement and clear goals.

Memorable Quote:
"Winners focus on winning. Losers focus on winners."

In this episode of The Daily Dose of Dave on The Inside BS Show, Dave Lorenzo explores the importance of consistency in achieving long-term goals.

Drawing on personal anecdotes and examples from influential figures, including Seth Godin and insights from James Clear's Atomic Habits, Dave underscores how small, daily habits compound into transformative outcomes over time.

Dave shares his own success story of improving health through consistent changes in diet and illustrates how daily commitment has been pivotal for thought leaders like Seth Godin, who has written blog posts almost daily since 2003. He emphasizes the value of embracing the initial "sloppy 30 days" of any habit, refining the approach in the next 60 days, and mastering the routine over the rest of the year.

The episode introduces a five-step framework for cultivating consistency, including making habits easy and viewing the act itself as a reward. As part of his journey to produce a daily podcast in 2025, Dave invites listeners to join him by committing to a daily practice that aligns with their goals.

Topics Discussed:

• The critical role of consistency in achieving significant results.
• Personal transformation stories from Dave and lessons from Seth Godin's blogging habit.
• The influence of James Clear’s Atomic Habits on daily practices.
• A five-step framework for building consistent habits:
  1. Embrace the "sloppy 30 days."
  2. Refine the habit in the next 60 days.
  3. Master the habit over the subsequent three quarters.
  4. Simplify the habit to make it sustainable.
  5. Find joy in the act itself as the reward.
• Practical examples of incorporating habits into daily life, including cold calling, writing notes, or meditating.

Key Quote:

“Small but consistent habits ultimately lead to unimaginable results.” - Dave Lorenzo

Action Item:

• Identify one habit to commit to daily for the remainder of the year and begin the process with intentionality.

Join Dave tomorrow for another dose of insights and actionable advice at 6 a.m.

In this special episode of The Inside BS Show, Dave Lorenzo and Nicola Gelormino host their first remote podcast from Global Furniture Group’s Miami Design District showroom. The guest, Francisco Ramirez, Regional Manager at Global Furniture, shares his insights on building relationships to drive revenue growth.

The conversation covers the importance of leveraging collaboration spaces, creating intentional designs for modern work environments, and using hospitality to foster connections. Francisco also provides a behind-the-scenes look at Global Furniture’s operations, distribution model, and innovative approach to workspace design.

The crew discusses how companies can create workspaces that reflect their culture and brand, the psychology behind workplace design, and the necessity of collaborative spaces in a post-pandemic world. Francisco shares his career journey, beginning with a passion for design, and provides practical advice on building authentic relationships in sales and business development.

Key Highlights

• The Power of Relationships in Business:
  Francisco emphasizes the importance of genuine connections and relationship-building in driving sales and fostering long-term client loyalty.
• Intentional Workspace Design:
  Francisco explains how intentional and adaptable workspace designs enhance productivity, promote collaboration, and reflect company culture.
• Sales Strategy Insights:
  The conversation touches on Global Furniture’s sales process, including the importance of experiential selling, understanding client needs, and the role of showrooms in creating impactful client experiences.
• Hosting Events to Build Connections:
  Francisco and the team leverage Global’s showroom as a hub for hosting events, roundtables, and networking opportunities, bringing potential clients into an immersive environment to experience their offerings firsthand.
• Career Journey and Lessons Learned:
  Francisco shares his unique path to leadership in the commercial interiors industry, starting with an early passion for architecture and a stint in fashion, eventually leading to a successful career in sales and design.

  Show Notes
  
  

  • Guest Contact Information:
    Francisco Ramirez
    Phone: 305-563-0785
    Email: fRamirez@globalfurnituregroup.com

• Key Takeaways for Listeners:
  • Networking Tip: Approach every interaction with genuine curiosity and an intent to add value.
  • Sales Strategy: Prepare for reciprocal opportunities when you give generously in professional relationships.
  • Workplace Design Trends: Modern offices prioritize flexibility, collaboration, and intentional branding.

• Quotes from the Episode:
  • Francisco: "Space really develops your culture and your brand. Leaders need to see it as an investment, not an expense."
  • Dave: "If you can master the art of giving selflessly, you'll always be ready when opportunities arise."