143. Creating Money Instead Of Earning It with Aaron Ross

Tune into this episode with Aaron Ross to learn about the concept of employee ownership and owning, rather than renting, jobs. Whether you’re a business owner or an employee, this conversation provides valuable information about lifestyle design from a true expert on the subject. Aaron manages his time so well that he meets his financial obligations and professional commitments with a 25-hour work week. Join us, and learn how to go to the next level in your life. Find Out More About Aaron Here: Predictable Revenue Predictable University Aaron Ross on LinkedIn Aaron Ross on Twitter From Impossible to Inevitable In This Episode: [01:40] - Aaron starts off the conversation by talking about his background and his many children. He also addresses how much of his time he spends away from home versus with his family. [05:15] - It’s taken Aaron a lot of years to get to the point where he can make the money he needs from relatively few hours per week, he explains. [09:00] - We hear more about Aaron’s book From Impossible to Inevitable. [12:13] - Aaron elaborates on the concept of renting a job that he has been talking about, comparing it to the experience of owning versus renting a house or car. [14:39] - What does Aaron do when he has employees who are just there putting in the minimum not to get fired? [16:53] - We hear Aaron’s recommendations for careerists and CEOs, setting aside the clockers and complainers for the moment. [18:49] - Stephan and Aaron discuss some things that managers struggle with. Aaron then digs into what he calls forcing functions. [22:27] - Should you get rid of the complainers in your organization? [25:12] - Leaving your job because you’re working for a toxic person isn’t always easy, Aaron points out, and acknowledges that there are certain circumstances where you may need to stay for a while. [27:49] - Stephan talks about a recommendation that he got from Dr. John Demartini for the hiring process. [30:15] - Aaron talks about the StrengthsFinder test. [32:09] - We learn about the difference between earning money and creating money. [35:23] - What’s better: trying to do your side hustle and turn it into a business while you’re still employed, or quit your job and throw yourself into your business venture? [40:02] - Aaron discusses one of his exercises for increasing your deal size. [42:11] - We hear three pieces of advice for someone who is looking to go to the next level in their life. [44:37] - Where can listeners get in touch with Aaron to learn more about him or work with him? Links and Resources: Predictable Revenue Predictable University Aaron Ross on LinkedIn Aaron Ross on Twitter From Impossible to Inevitable From Impossible to Inevitable by Aaron Ross and Jason Lemkin Predictable Revenue by Aaron Ross and Marylou Tyler Salesforce Ephraim Olschewski on the Optimized Geek Tony Robbins Dr. John Demartini on the Optimized Geek StrengthsFinder DiSC Grant Cardone The 10X Rule by Grant Cardone