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How to Bootstrap Your Business | Leadership, Growth & Motivation (Monday Mindset)

Nick Mornard & Wil Schmidt

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Happy Mindset Monday, Winners!  In this week’s episode of Two For The Win Podcast, hosts Nick and Wil break down one of the most important entrepreneurial skills: bootstrapping your business while keeping the right mindset to motivate teams, discover employee strengths, and grow as a leader.

 Whether you’re starting a side hustle, managing a team, or scaling your business, this episode gives you practical strategies on building success with limited resources and maximum consistency. Bootstrapping isn’t just about saving money—it’s about creating the discipline and mindset that helps you stay resilient, adaptable, and laser-focused on growth.

 What You’ll Learn in this Episode:

-Why cash flow is king when starting or scaling a business

-How to grow your business with little to no advertising spend

-The importance of referrals, networking, and word of mouth

-Creative social media strategies to build credibility and trust without a budget

-Why consistency beats excitement in long-term growth

-How follow-up systems and automation turn leads into loyal clients

-Leadership lessons in discipline, persistence, and professional growth

Nick also shares his real-life experience growing his travel agency with less than $1,000 spent on advertising, proving that the right mindset and strategy matter more than money. Will shares his lessons from the mortgage industry—what to do, and what not to do when success comes too quickly.

This conversation is packed with practical tips for leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals who want to maximize their impact while minimizing waste. Whether you’re leading a team, starting a business, or looking for ways to grow personally and professionally, these insights will give you the tools to push forward with confidence.

 Quotes & Wisdom Shared in this Episode:

“Focus on cash flow, not profitability. Cash is not only King, it’s Queen and Prince too.” – Guy Kawasaki

“Always look for the fool in the deal. If you don’t find one, it’s you.” – Mark Cuban

Why “slow and steady wins the race” in business and leadership

The power of consistency in branding, marketing, and relationships

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