Best Erik Solbakken Podcasts (2025)

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Why Entrepreneurs Should Sell Opportunity Instead Of Fear 19:27

3d ago19:27

19:27

Many entrepreneurs use negatives to make a sale. But why sell fear when you can sell opportunity, and why sell pain when you can sell growth? Dan Sullivan reveals why positive messaging attracts the best clients, how ambition fueled by principles keeps you young, and why your community determines your growth. Learn why the most successful entrepren…

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#25-07 Dag Nyrud fra Microsoft 27:08

15d ago27:08

27:08

I dag har vi fått med oss Dag Nyrud fra Microsoft. Dag tar oss med på spennende ideer og løsninger som vil forme fremtiden på en helt ny måte. Vi diskuterer hvordan vi kan bruke teknologi som copilot agenter for å forbedre hverdagen vår. I tillegg vil vi snakke om Microsofts nye europeiske forpliktelser, som inkluderer utvidelse av datasenterkapasi…

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How To Turn Your Solutions Into Profitable Intellectual Property 27:20

17d ago27:20

27:20

What if the solutions you’ve already created could generate value for decades—without more of your time? In this episode, Dan Sullivan reveals how packaging, naming, and protecting your ideas transforms them into scalable intellectual property. Learn why your “second company” (your multiplier) could soon be worth more than your entire business—and …

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The Secret Behind Why Every Entrepreneur Has Two Companies 27:16

1M ago27:16

27:16

Do you feel torn between the company you have and the one you wish you had? In this episode, Dan Sullivan reveals The Second Company Secret—how successful entrepreneurs leverage their first (real) company to fuel a second (multiplier) company built on intellectual property. Discover how to eliminate tension between the two, protect your creativity,…

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EP 28: Minimizing Taxes and Maximizing Entrepreneurial Freedom with Trevor Parry 38:29

1M ago38:29

38:29

Send us a text Trevor Parry is a lawyer, father, and unapologetic patriot who helps entrepreneurs and professionals minimize taxes and navigate financial complexity. Grounded in a strong belief in limiting government overreach, Trevor provides strategic guidance and select financial solutions that empower clients to grow, protect, and preserve th…

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#25-06 Chip to cloud security 25:34

1M ago25:34

25:34

Another episode recorded during the MVP summit in Redmond. In this episode fellow MPVs Alexander Solaat Rødland and Rob Quicken talks with Frank Buckles from Microsofts Surface Team, diving deep into the world of security from chip to cloud. They discuss the importance of integrating security at every level, from the silicon in devices to the firmw…

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Turning Tariffs Into Your Unbeatable Advantage 38:18

1M ago38:18

38:18

Are you prepared for the biggest economic shift in 80 years? In this episode, Dan Sullivan reveals how the new global tariff landscape creates unprecedented opportunities for agile entrepreneurs. Learn why the post-WWII economic order is over, how to adapt your business model, and why being alert, curious, and resourceful is the secret to success i…

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Growing Great Leadership 26:09

2M ago26:09

26:09

What if leadership isn’t about titles, but about creating new capabilities others can observe? In this episode, Dan Sullivan and Shannon Waller break down the shift from bureaucratic management to self-leadership in the networked economy. Learn the four-step process to transform uncertainty into confidence—and why focusing on problems is the death …

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EP 27: Increase Revenue & Customer Loyalty With Gift Cards with Larry Rubin 35:15

2M ago35:15

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Send us a text Larry Rubin, known as "The Gift Card Guy," saw a market being overlooked—small, independent businesses lacked the tools and guidance to create effective gift and loyalty programs. That’s why he founded Swipe It, a company dedicated to helping mom-and-pop shops implement customized gift card solutions with as few as 100 cards to start…

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Clarify Your Thinking To Become A Better Entrepreneur, with Erik Solbakken 27:27

2M ago27:27

27:27

The Strategic Coach® Program has been helping entrepreneurs achieve accelerated growth and personal freedom for over 35 years. Now, Strategic Coach® is excited to welcome a new coach to the Program. In this episode, Associate Coach Erik Solbakken shares his unique journey from chartered accountant to successful entrepreneur, and what excites him ab…

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EP 26: Treating People Not Patients with Michael Sonick 37:17

2M ago37:17

37:17

Send us a text “The most important part of my practice is how I relate to the people I serve.” Guest, Dr. Michael Sonick, is not only a globally recognized expert in dental implantology and periodontology—he’s also the author of Treating People, Not Patients. This groundbreaking book isn’t just for dental or medical professionals; it’s for anyone i…

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#25-05 Mainframes and cloud PCs 25:23

2M ago25:23

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I denne episoden tar Alexander med seg Anders Kristiansen (Storebrand) og Briand Sanderson (Microsoft) inn i den fascinerende verdenen av stormaskiner og nettsky-PCer. De diskuterer utviklingen av databehandling fra server-klient-modeller til skybaserte løsninger, og fremhever fordelene med sky-PCer når det gjelder tilgjengelighet, sikkerhet og eff…

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#25-04 Moderns security threat and plugins 18:54

2M ago18:54

18:54

I denne Engelske episoden har Alexander fått med seg kollega Anders Kristiansen, og ikke minst Briand Sanderson fra Microsoft Anders, som er sikkehets MVP og jobber som sikkerhetsarkitekt i Storebrand, diskuterer viktigheten av sikkerhetssamsvar og risikoene forbundet med nettleserutvidelser og plugins. Briand, en salgsleder hos Microsoft, deler in…

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All Entrepreneurs Need To Have Courageous Creativity 15:52

2M ago15:52

15:52

Is complaining holding you back from your full potential? In this episode, Dan Sullivan and Shannon Waller discuss the surprisingly simple choice between complaining and creating when facing obstacles. Discover how shifting to a creative mindset, embracing courage, and taking full responsibility can unlock new capabilities and exponential growth. H…

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EP 25: How To Increase Staff Productivity By 4.6X with Grace Gavin 55:08

2M ago55:08

55:08

Send us a text In this episode, we sit down with Grace Gavin, co-founder of Know Honesty, to explore the power of open and honest communication in the workplace. When employees feel heard and respected, they are 4.6 times more productive—but fostering this culture requires more than just listening. Grace unpacks the nature of power dynamics in lead…

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Why Entrepreneurship Is The Safest Career Move You Can Make 28:33

3M ago28:33

28:33

Organizations have changed a lot over the past 50 years, and it’s vital for entrepreneurs to be aware of these changes if they want to achieve great business success. In this episode, Dan Sullivan, who has been coaching entrepreneurs for 50 years, talks to fellow business coach Shannon Waller all about the changes in companies that have taken place…

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EP 24: How To Disaster-Proof Your Family Legacy with Sandy Pollack 38:49

3M ago38:49

38:49

Send us a text This is one thing in life that is an absolute certainty: death. So how you leave your business, assets, and responsibilities behind matters. Sandy Pollack, CFP, CLU, TEP, FEA, MFA-P, is akin to the MBA Way with her collaborative, comprehensive approach to Estate Planning. Without a plan, your loved ones could be left with unnecessary…

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How Lucky Are You As An Entrepreneur? 21:45

3M ago21:45

21:45

Do you believe in luck, or do you make your own success? In this episode, Dan Sullivan explores the concept of luck in entrepreneurship. Drawing from 50 years of coaching experience, he reveals how successful entrepreneurs create their own paths, often starting young by seeking opportunities to grow their wealth. Discover how self-made success inte…

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EP 23: "Evolving" The Legal Profession with Beau Atkins 37:50

3M ago37:50

37:50

Send us a text Today’s guest, Beau Atkins, founder of Evolve Family Law, and I agree—billing by the hour is bull****. The outdated model of charging by the hour? Dead. May 2020 marked the end of that nonsense for Beau’s firm. Law firms have long resisted the entrepreneurial mindset, clinging to archaic structures instead of operating like the best-…

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#25-03 Personlige assistenter 31:41

3M ago31:41

31:41

Pål er fornøyd med at Alexander har fått seg en personlig assistent så han vet hva han skal gjøre neste uke, men hva med i dag? Olav er fornøyd med at den personlige assistenten hans er en tyv som stjeler script fra andre og ligger de rett in i Visual Studio code. Men hva bruker vi egentlig KI til og hvilke utfordringer møte man på? Hosted on Acast…

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What Ambition Looks Like At 80 26:50

4M ago26:50

26:50

Do you believe ambition fades with age, or can it actually grow stronger? In this episode, Shannon and Dan discuss how ambition evolves over time, share Dan's desire to be even more ambitious at 90, and reveal how transforming ambition into action can lead to growth and fulfillment at every age. Here’s some of what you’ll learn in this episode: How…

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EP 22: Personal Branding (Part 2): The Business Model Of The Future with Krista Clive-Smith 42:36

4M ago42:36

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Send us a text In this follow-up conversation with Krista Clive-Smith, we dive deeper into personal branding and its critical role in shaping your life and career. If you missed Part 1 (Episode 18), we recommend starting there, where we introduced two foundational frameworks, The Triangle and The Model. Krista highlights that personal branding is t…

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#25-02 DeepSeek 19:03

4M ago19:03

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Pål, Alexander og Olav er usikker på hva som skal bli dagens tema, og de kjører derfor en spørring mot DeepSeek. Ikke overraskende dukker Deepseek opp som et hett tema. Det har vært den store snakkisen i det siste, spesielt fra den finansielle siden. Men alt for lite fokus på BlåSkjerm Brødrenes side, det må vi rette på Pål har tapt flere ti talls …

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Entrepreneurs Can’t Move Forward With Costs, Only With Investments 15:32

4M ago15:32

15:32

Entrepreneurs always want to be moving forward. What determines whether they’ll be able to is their understanding of the difference between cost and investment. In this episode, business coaches Dan Sullivan and Shannon Waller talk about the growth mindset that lets you improve for the rest of your life—versus the mindset that means you’ll forever …

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EP 21: Maximize Your PR Visibility with Kerry Barrett 38:59

4M ago38:59

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Send us a text Maximizing your PR visibility is all about leveraging on-screen opportunities to tell your story effectively—and Kerry Barrett is here to help you master it. With over 20 years in the news industry, from small-town Texas to big city NYC, Kerry has the on-camera experience. She breaks down the difference between advertising, where you…

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Business Lessons For Creating The Job You Want, with Patti Mara 31:10

5M ago31:10

31:10

When Patti Mara graduated from university in the recession of 1989, she couldn’t get a job—so she made one up instead. In this episode, Patti shares how she’s achieved entrepreneurial success, the exciting new project she’s launching to support local businesses, and what she’s learned as a long-time coach in The Strategic Coach® Program. Here’s som…

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EP 20: Control & Compound Your Money with Darren Mitchell 45:10

5M ago45:10

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Send us a text Darren Mitchell of Control and Compound breaks down life insurance facts you didn’t even know were available—insights you can use to build your wealth. To become truly wealthy, you need to invest in yourself, your business, and your real estate. When you’re not investing, you’re giving up control of your money to the bank. Life insur…

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#25-01 Microsoft Entra - Global Secure Access 31:32

5M ago31:32

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Global secure access, forkortet til GSA, er dagens tema. Et av de nyeste tilskuddene i Microsoft Entra, med sterke fokus på sikker tilgang til applikasjoner og sikker kommunikasjon for brukerne Marius, Alexander og Olav, ser på bruksområder, begrensninger og tar en kjapp tur innom lisenser. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informatio…

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The Right Way And The Dangerous Way To Think About Ambition 20:35

5M ago20:35

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Entrepreneurs need to be ambitious. But what happens when you achieve your ambition? In this episode, Dan Sullivan and Shannon Waller explain the drawbacks of having ambition as a destination and describe the incredible benefits you can expect when you see ambition as a capability. Here’s some of what you’ll learn in this episode: Why Dan sees ambi…

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#24-13 Julespesial 26:01

6M ago26:01

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Det er fullt fokus på Jul og få tanker på teknologi når brødrene treffes for siste gang i studioet for i år. Pål sniker seg under mistelteinen, Alexander ser frem til litt tennis og kruspersille i julen og Olav er så forvirret (som vanlig) at han tror at Nissesvingen på TVNorge går på NRK. Ellers går diskusjonene rundt Julemusikk, TV kalendre og an…

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Success Traps Are Harder To Escape Than Failure Traps 18:39

6M ago18:39

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For many entrepreneurs who achieve business success early in their lives, repeating that success can be difficult. It’s called the success trap, and in this episode, Dan Sullivan and Shannon Waller explain what the success trap is, why it’s difficult to escape, and how you can safely avoid falling into it. Here’s some of what you’ll learn in this e…

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EP 19: 3 Keys To Entrepreneurial Success with Paul Aemisegeo 42:07

6M ago42:07

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Send us a text Paul Aemisegeo’s journey to founding Payroll Mart is a testament to entrepreneurial grit and vision. Just after college, Paul discovered he "didn’t fit the ADP mold," a realization that led him to a successful path in benefits and insurance. This experience gave him invaluable insights into the payroll industry, highlighting key chal…

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#24-12 Windows 365 Link 36:27

6M ago36:27

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Det var ikke alle de mange AI sesjonen som fanget Pål, Alexander og Olav sin oppmerksomhet under Ignite, men den store hardware nyheten "Windows 365 Link" Brødrene snakker om hva vi vet så langt, hva vi ikke vet og hva vi ønsker skal komme i versjon 2 og oppover. PetterTech har en god video hvis du ønsker å se og høre mer : Windows 365 Link | What …

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#24-11 Entra Suite 18:38

6M ago18:38

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Ikke bare er lisensene rundt Entra forvirende, men innholdet er også vanskelig å ha fulloversikt over. Broder Marius prøver å forklare det til Alexander og Olav, men blir de noe klokere? En episode som fort kan lønne seg både økonomisk, praktisk og rundt sikkerhet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Entrepreneurs Should Spend Less Time Doing What Others Do Better 38:43

6M ago38:43

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The best entrepreneurs want better teamwork so they can achieve greater success, growth, and freedom within their business. But teamwork is even more important and valuable than that. In this episode, Dan Sullivan and Shannon Waller discuss the many ways entrepreneurs can take advantage of teamwork, and outline the extraordinary benefits that come …

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