Episode 52 – Building Sustainable Success and Leading by Example with Alan Lazaros
Podcast:Call The Damn Leads Published On: Thu Dec 19 2024 Description: In this episode of Call the Damn Leads, I'm joined by the inspiring Alan Lazaros, a business coach and co-host of the Next Level University podcast. Alan shares how a near-fatal car accident became a turning point in his life, leading him to build a mission-driven career helping others reach their full potential. He believes in leading by example and shares the power of focusing on integrity, sustainable habits, and defining success as a continuous journey. If you're looking to level up your mindset, build lasting success, and thrive with intentionality, this episode is for you. Key Highlights A Life-Changing Sales Story: Alan recalls an early experience as a fitness coach when he took on a client struggling with binge drinking. This challenging experience taught him the importance of setting boundaries, understanding client needs, and knowing when to say no. Lead by Example in Sales and Life: Alan explains that leading by example is the most impactful sales skill. As a CEO, he's learned that his team, clients, and community follow his actions more than his words. Sustainable Success and the Big Five to Thrive: Alan shares his "Big Five to Thrive"—a daily set of tasks he focuses on to keep his business and life on track. These intentional actions help him stay productive, avoid burnout, and consistently drive growth. Reframing Success as a Continuous Journey: Alan highlights the importance of designing a lifestyle that prioritizes sustainable success. He believes that when we chase meaningful work rather than momentary wins, we can find true fulfillment in our careers. Integrity in Coaching: Alan emphasizes that as a coach, it's essential to help clients create lasting change by building systems that work for them, rather than imposing your own methods. True coaching empowers clients to take charge of their own journey. Actionable Takeaways Lead with Integrity: Your team and clients are influenced by what you do, not just what you say. Show up consistently, set the example, and practice what you preach. Define Your Big Five to Thrive: Identify five core actions that will drive your progress. Keep these tasks manageable and sustainable, ideally under an hour, to ensure consistency. Embrace Sustainable Success: Don't burn out by chasing instant wins. Instead, build a career and lifestyle you're excited to maintain over the long term. Serve Without Attachment: You can inspire clients, but they have to do the work. Detach from their outcomes and focus on empowering them to succeed on their own terms. Reframe Success as a Continuous Journey: Real success isn't about reaching a final goal—it's about the commitment to constant growth, resilience, and self-improvement. How to Connect with Alan Lazaros Alan is committed to helping others reach their potential through his podcast, Next Level University, and coaching at Next Level Universe. Website: nextleveluniverse.com Instagram: @alazaros88 Podcast: Next Level University Call The Damn Leads "By sales professionals, for sales professionals." Each week, Drewbie Wilson, a sales vet with 20+ years in the game, brings you humor, real-world stories, and powerful strategies to help you excel in your sales career. Expect a wild mix of: Real Sales Stories: Tales that entertain and inspire Proven Tactics: Practical tips for boosting your sales game Humor and Energy: Fun takes on the ups and downs of sales life Expert Advice: Learn from seasoned pros across different fields Whether you're in sales, an entrepreneur, or just looking to grow your business skills, don't miss out on these invaluable lessons and entertaining stories. Want to be a guest? Pitch your story at https://callthedamnleads.com/pages/podcast. Follow Drewbie on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/drewbierides Follow Call The Damn Leads on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/callthedamnleads