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Business Growth University

Welcome to Business Growth University with Alan Lazaros, where success comes first, fulfillment second, and feelings third. Each week, Alan shares real, practical strategies to help business owners grow their revenue, sharpen their skills, and reach their full potential. No fluff, just honest coaching, proven tools, and momentum that never stops.

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All Episodes

21:41

How Sales Actually Works (EP29)

Business Growth University ·

2026/01/27

What if selling wasn’t about selling at all? In this powerful episode of Business Growth University, Alan flips the script on everything you think you know about sales. Instead of focusing on products, he challenges business owners, coaches, and service providers to focus on transformation. Whether you're offering fitness coaching, web design, or even starting a podcast, Alan shares a simple truth: people don’t buy things, they buy results. He breaks down a clear and relatable framework...

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21:52

The Exact Formula I Use to Scale My Companies (EP28)

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2026/01/22

Are you working hard but not seeing the business growth you want? In this episode of Business Growth University, Alan breaks down the exact formula he uses to scale his companies, and how you can do the same. It starts with getting clear on how many hours you really have each week and identifying your primary skill, the thing you're best at, the market pays for, and people truly need. From there, it's all about using your earnings to buy back your time and reinvest that time into doing more o...

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23:22

Designing Your Perfect Day (EP27)

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2026/01/13

What if the difference between feeling overwhelmed and actually getting ahead is just having the right structure to your day? In episode 27 of Business Growth University, Alan pulls back the curtain on how he designs his "optimal day", not with perfection, but with purpose. Whether you're a business owner, a professional, or just someone looking for more focus and energy, this episode shows you how to build a schedule that actually fits your life and goals. Alan breaks down his day into three...

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21:27

Every CEO MUST Get Great at These 3 Things (EP 26)

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2025/12/29

What separates real CEOs from those just carrying the title? In this fast-paced episode, Alan Lazaros shares the three essential skills every CEO must master: leading people, designing systems, and tracking metrics. With real stories, honest self-assessment, and practical takeaways, you'll leave knowing exactly where to focus next to grow your business. Whether you're running the show or preparing to, this episode is your blueprint for leading with purpose and results. Episode assets and ment...

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30:09

How to Customize Your Own 21st Century Business Model...

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2025/12/22

What does it really take to build a thriving business in today’s digital world, from zero clients to a fully functioning company with 17 departments and 121 paying customers? In this milestone episode of Business Growth University, host Alan Lazaros shares, for the first time, the complete behind-the-scenes look at his own business model. You'll learn the five-level framework that moves people from strangers on social media to becoming team members, clients, or even raving fans. Alan also bre...

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21:13

The Books Every Business Owner Must Read to be...

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2025/12/15

What if the biggest boost your business ever gets comes from the books you read? In this powerful episode of Business Growth University, Alan lays out the ultimate reading list for business owners who want to build something that truly lasts. He shares the six Jim Collins books that he keeps on his desk and requires his leadership team to read. If you’re serious about building a real business (not just a side hustle), this episode is your roadmap. Grab a copy of my recommended Jim Colli...

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25:41

How to Build the Most Effective and Productive Team...

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2025/12/01

What if the biggest reason your team is falling short isn’t their skill, but their mindset? Alan unpacks exactly how to build the most effective, reliable team by focusing on three simple core values: humility, work ethic, and self-improvement. With nearly nine years of experience growing a business from scratch to a 20-person global team, Alan shares real-life hiring lessons, how to spot red flags, and why leading by example is the non-negotiable key to success. Whether you’re a solopreneur ...

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41:36

What Does It Really Take to Succeed as a Female...

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2025/11/26

Have you ever wondered if you're truly cut out to run a business, not just talk about it, but actually build something real, profitable, and meaningful? In this powerful episode of Business Growth University, Alan sits down with Emilia Smith, CEO of Evolve Ventures Technologies, to share what most won’t tell you about building a business, especially as a woman. Emilia opens up about growing up in a high-risk entrepreneurial household, building her company from scratch, and the five character ...

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29:21

Understanding and Mastering Your Business's Financial...

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2025/11/14

What if one simple framework could change how you think about business money forever? In this episode of Business Growth University, Alan explains the financial snowball, a clear system to help you manage revenue, expenses, debt, and assets with confidence. He shares real numbers from his own company, breaks down how compounding growth works, and gives you clear targets to double your business every few years. Whether you’re just starting out or already scaling, this episode gives you the too...

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31:44

How to Be a Great Leader: 5 Levels Every Business...

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2025/11/10

Want to lead a successful business? In this episode of Business Growth University, Alan Lazaros breaks down the 5 essential levels of leadership every entrepreneur needs—from crew member to commander. Learn how to lead by example, inspire your team, and think long-term to grow your company. Perfect for business owners, CEOs, and team leaders ready to scale with purpose. Chess Mastery Level: https://tinyurl.com/BUGEpisode9 What Does It Mean To Be Next Level? (2245) - https://tinyurl.com/Ep2245...

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26:09

How to Build a Profitable Online Business Model in...

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2025/10/31

What if you could build a business that grows while you sleep? In this episode, Alan breaks down the modern business model that every online entrepreneur needs in today’s digital world. From using social media to attract new followers, to turning them into loyal fans and paying clients, Alan draws out the full five-layer structure of a successful online business. He also shares how to think global, create real community, and use free tools like podcasts, masterclasses, and groups to scale you...

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48:18

High Performers vs. Wannabes: The Mindset That...

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2025/10/27

What separates the 1% who actually make it from the 99% who talk about it? In this honest and high-energy episode, host Alan welcomes peak performance coach Lauren Johnson to explore the real difference between those who want success and those who are wired for it. From working with elite athletes like the New York Yankees to coaching high-level execs, Lauren shares the mindset patterns that drive long-term excellence, and the quiet sacrifices no one sees. They discuss the power of clarity, c...

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40:01

The Real Reason You’re Not Growing Your Business And...

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2025/10/06

What does it really take to build a successful business in today’s world? In this eye-opening episode of Business Growth University, Alan sits down with his business partner Kevin, for a raw and honest conversation that breaks all the social media myths. From the grind of early-stage coaching to building a brand that actually brings in revenue, Alan shares why self-belief, work ethic, and emotional intelligence matter more now than ever. They talk about the trap of wanting passive income too ...

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33:29

Optimizing Your Business for Flow (EP16)

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2025/09/29

What if you could get five times more done than the average person, every single day? In this episode of Business Growth University, we explore the power of flow, also known as “the zone”, and how you can design your life and business around it. You’ll hear practical strategies on how to eliminate distractions, set up your office for success, optimize your phone to avoid constant pings, and even use your car as a productivity hub. With insights inspired by Steven Kotler’s The Art of Impossibl...

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22:59

The 8 Fundamentals of Business Finance - Part 2 (EP15)

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2025/09/04

What’s the real reason some businesses thrive while others barely stay afloat? In part two of the “8 Fundamentals of Business Finance,” we uncover the truth about cash on hand, total debt, assets, and net worth, and why most entrepreneurs are focusing on the wrong numbers. Alan shares real numbers from his own company and explains how to think smarter about cash flow, debt repayment, and what your net worth actually means. This episode isn’t fluffy, it’s focused, honest, and filled with pract...

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16:52

The 8 Fundamentals of Business Finance - Part 1 (EP14)

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2025/09/02

Running your business... or is it running you? If you’ve ever felt lost when it comes to the numbers behind your company, this episode is a must-listen. In part one of this two-part series, host Alan Lazaros shares the first four of the Eight Fundamentals of Business Finance, the same exact principles he uses to coach 24 business owners from beginners to multimillionaires. With real numbers from his own company, Alan breaks down concepts like gross revenue, total expenses, net revenue, and pr...

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22:26

The Top 10 Reasons People Aren't More Successful in...

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2025/08/14

Are you accidentally slowing down your own success in business? In part two of this powerful training, Alan Lazaros uncovers reasons six through ten of why people struggle to grow in business, and what to do about it. With clarity, honesty, and compassion, he pushes listeners to look inward and score themselves on a green-yellow-red scale across topics like fear, self-worth, and focus. Alan shares personal stories, practical frameworks, and a system of success that helps listeners take real a...

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26:36

The Top 10 Reasons People Aren't More Successful in...

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2025/08/12

What’s really holding you back from the success you want in business? In this high-energy and no-nonsense episode of Business Growth University, Alan kicks off part one of his two-part training on the top 10 reasons people fall short. Drawing from over 11,000 coaching sessions and work with clients worldwide, Alan dives deep into the first five: lack of self-belief, surrounding yourself with the wrong people, entitlement, unclear goals, and low work ethic. You’ll learn the “doom loop” v...

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29:24

Designing Your Life and Business Around Your One Most...

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2025/07/27

What’s the one skill that your entire future depends on? In this episode of Business Growth University, host Alan Lazaros walks you through how to identify your Most Important Skill (MIS), the one thing that powers your success, whether you're a coach, a podcaster, or a business owner. Alan shares real-life examples from icons like Taylor Swift, Serena Williams, and James Cameron to show how one major skill, backed by sub-skills, can define a career. Get ready to focus, improve, and build a b...

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56:22

What It Really Takes to Win in Business With Coach...

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2025/07/17

What really holds most people back from reaching their potential, lack of talent or lack of hunger? In this powerful episode, Coach Micheal Burt joins Business Growth University to share how success isn’t about doing less; it’s about doing the right things consistently with intensity. Host Alan Lazaros dives into Coach Burt’s journey from a small Tennessee town to coaching thousands worldwide. If you’ve ever struggled with focus, consistency, or relationships while chasing big dreams, this ep...

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