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Today, there are more opportunities than ever to create a business and succeed. But with all of those opportunities also come challenges, questions, and confusion. “How do I rise above the competition? How do I manage my growth? How do I attract and retain top talent? How do I drive my business forward?” Meny Hoffman, CEO of Ptex Group and founder of the Let’s Talk Business Platform, will interview some of the world’s most successful business leaders about their no-nonsense advice to help you learn, grow, and lead. Offering fresh insights for turning ambition into action, blunders into breakthroughs, and passion into profits, these leaders will open up about the challenges they’ve had to overcome, how they’ve reached success—and their candid advice for how you can do the same.Meny lives by one simple belief – that every person should be given the opportunity to succeed in life. This burning belief inside of him from the age of fourteen has allowed him to collaborate with growing businesses and leaders all over the world to help them realize their potential. Now, as the CEO of Ptex Group, an award-winning marketing agency headquartered in Brooklyn, NY, his work centers on creating sophisticated marketing solutions for emergent brands, spanning a variety of industries to help them achieve new milestones in growth. A firm believer and fervent advocate for business education, Meny created the Let’s Talk Business email series, a business advice column with tens of thousands of subscribers. The success of the series prompted him to create a larger Let’s Talk Business platform, a one-of-a-kind business education hub for entrepreneurs and leaders. This game-changing movement continues to help entrepreneurs flourish, equipping them with the tools they need to learn, grow, and lead.Meny frequently shares his strategies for success at public-speaking engagements for regional corporations and trade associations, and is a published business author with two books ranked as Amazon best sellers. More recently, he’s fused his business development experience into the role of angel investor. By investing in promising startups and walking them through the exciting but challenging journey of growth, he is helping his fellow business people succeed, fulfilling a lifelong entrepreneurial passion.Whether you’re looking to take your business to the next level or tackle a specific business challenge, join Meny on the Let’s Talk Business podcast, where he’ll share the strategies he’s learned with audiences in various venues, from conferences and universities, to corporate meetings and summits. He will also be giving practical business insights and actionable tips and strategies that will put you on the fast-track towards serious growth. Likewise, his successful entrepreneur guests will give you the courage to make bold moves in your own business and life. Don’t miss out on all of this and more, right here on the Let’s Talk Business podcast.

Let's Talk Business Meny Hoffman

    • Business
    • 5.0 • 87 Ratings

Today, there are more opportunities than ever to create a business and succeed. But with all of those opportunities also come challenges, questions, and confusion. “How do I rise above the competition? How do I manage my growth? How do I attract and retain top talent? How do I drive my business forward?” Meny Hoffman, CEO of Ptex Group and founder of the Let’s Talk Business Platform, will interview some of the world’s most successful business leaders about their no-nonsense advice to help you learn, grow, and lead. Offering fresh insights for turning ambition into action, blunders into breakthroughs, and passion into profits, these leaders will open up about the challenges they’ve had to overcome, how they’ve reached success—and their candid advice for how you can do the same.Meny lives by one simple belief – that every person should be given the opportunity to succeed in life. This burning belief inside of him from the age of fourteen has allowed him to collaborate with growing businesses and leaders all over the world to help them realize their potential. Now, as the CEO of Ptex Group, an award-winning marketing agency headquartered in Brooklyn, NY, his work centers on creating sophisticated marketing solutions for emergent brands, spanning a variety of industries to help them achieve new milestones in growth. A firm believer and fervent advocate for business education, Meny created the Let’s Talk Business email series, a business advice column with tens of thousands of subscribers. The success of the series prompted him to create a larger Let’s Talk Business platform, a one-of-a-kind business education hub for entrepreneurs and leaders. This game-changing movement continues to help entrepreneurs flourish, equipping them with the tools they need to learn, grow, and lead.Meny frequently shares his strategies for success at public-speaking engagements for regional corporations and trade associations, and is a published business author with two books ranked as Amazon best sellers. More recently, he’s fused his business development experience into the role of angel investor. By investing in promising startups and walking them through the exciting but challenging journey of growth, he is helping his fellow business people succeed, fulfilling a lifelong entrepreneurial passion.Whether you’re looking to take your business to the next level or tackle a specific business challenge, join Meny on the Let’s Talk Business podcast, where he’ll share the strategies he’s learned with audiences in various venues, from conferences and universities, to corporate meetings and summits. He will also be giving practical business insights and actionable tips and strategies that will put you on the fast-track towards serious growth. Likewise, his successful entrepreneur guests will give you the courage to make bold moves in your own business and life. Don’t miss out on all of this and more, right here on the Let’s Talk Business podcast.

    The Six Essential Traits of a Successful Entrepreneur—with Gino Wickman

    The Six Essential Traits of a Successful Entrepreneur—with Gino Wickman

    Do you want to start an entrepreneurial journey, but you’re doubtful about having the skill set to build a successful business? 
     
    In this week’s episode, our guest is Gino Wickman, an entrepreneur since the age of 21 who has had an obsession with learning what makes businesses and entrepreneurs thrive. At 25 he took over the family business, which was deeply in debt and in need of help. After turning the company around and running it for seven years, he and his partners successfully sold the company. Gino then set out to help entrepreneurs and leaders get what they want from their businesses. Based on his years of real-world experience, he created the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS), a practical method for helping companies achieve greatness. Gino is devoting time and energy toward helping entrepreneurs-in-the-making get a huge jump-start on taking their entrepreneurial leap, which is why he created Entrepreneurial Leap. The mission of Entrepreneurial Leap is to find all of the entrepreneurs-in-the-making, at any age, wherever they are—to help them realize their purpose and live the life they were born to live.
     
    In our interview, Gino discloses how he identified in their family-owned business that systems were needed, which eventually became the EOS system. He also shares how he could identify the real core focus that will drive him to success. He went into detail about the six essential traits of every entrepreneur and what happens if you're missing any of those traits. Most importantly, he provides us with practical tips on how to actually find a mentor and touches on why being patient, but still taking action is key for an entrepreneur. If you think you’re an entrepreneur in the making, this episode is definitely for you!
     
    [00:01 - 08:55] Opening Segment
    Gino Wickman’s background and work  His passion for what makes companies great, and entrepreneurs successful His experience creating an operating system The pure evolution and a journey of obsession Make sure to check Entrepreneurial Leap  
    [08:56 - 29:25] Getting The Leadership Team on The Same Page 
    The business mindset before and after EOS The leadership team gets 100% on the same page with a clear vision Getting clear with your core focus Why does the organization exist? What does it do in the world? What motivated Gino going from the EOS to identify the entrepreneur Gino’s definition of what an entrepreneur is The entrepreneurial range  
    [29:26 - 48:48] The Six Essential Traits of a True Entrepreneur
    Gino breaks down the six essential traits of a try entrepreneur What happens if you know there might be missing one or two of those traits You’re not an entrepreneur. It's all or nothing Understanding the glimpse and what you're good at  Paint a vivid picture of what the life of an entrepreneur looks like Gino’s outlook on the point of mentoring Find a mentor who is where you want to be The mentor tracks Take action and be patient  
    [48:49 - 54:51] Closing Segment
    What Gino could share for entrepreneurs about notetaking in general Learn more about Gino with the Rapid Fire Questions!  
     
    Connect with Gino
     
    Follow him on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. Head to  Entrepreneurial Leap, find clarity, and create a customized plan with the 1-2-3 Roadmap for your start-up!
     
     
    We’re a passionate bunch. Together, we help your business flourish. Visit: https://ptexgroup.com
     
     
    Let’s Talk Exits! Check out my new podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lets-talk-exits/id1606747718
     
     
    Connect with Ptex Group: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn
     
     
    LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants to achieve in business. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts!  
     
     
    Key Quotes 
     
    “It's not that you don't have a vision, it's that you don't agree.” - Gino Wickman
     
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    • 54 min
    The Leadership Principles that Make Amazon Unique with Chaim Landau - Part II

    The Leadership Principles that Make Amazon Unique with Chaim Landau - Part II

    How can you implement Amazon’s leadership principles so that your business can become more efficient, more effective, more profitable, and more enjoyable? Chaim Landau, Principal Cloud Delivery Architect at Amazon Web Services in Tel Aviv, has become an expert in these principles - and in this episode of Let’s Talk Business, he shares some of them, along with practical examples of how you can make them work for you. Join Meny and Chaim as they discuss how to make meetings more efficient, the real meaning of frugality, the importance of taking additional risks (even if you might lose big), the difference between one-way-door decisions and two-way-door decisions, what customer obsession means and what it doesn’t mean, why you need to have a mentor as well as why you should be a mentor, the place of personal development outside the office, and more.
     
    [00:01 - 05:12] The Heart of Innovation: Customer Obsession
    Customer obsession drives success The importance of customer feedback Balancing business needs with customer priorities  
    [05:13 - 10:29] Cultivating Agility: Decision-Making at Amazon
    Quick decision-making fosters innovation The one-way and two-way door decision framework Learning from failures to accelerate growth  
    [10:30 - 15:41] Leadership Principles in Action
    Bias for action in everyday tasks The role of leadership principles in shaping culture Accountability and growth through principle alignment  
    [15:42 - 20:16] Meeting Culture and Efficiency
    Efficient meeting strategies at Amazon The significance of narratives over slides Streamlining participation to enhance productivity  
    [20:17 - 31:41] Personal Development: Beyond the Professional
    The intertwining of personal growth with professional success The value of mentorship and giving back Scaling impact through personal and professional avenues  
     
    Want to connect with Chaim? Follow him on LinkedIn and visit Amazon Web Services (AWS)!
     
     
    Key Quotes:
     
    "If you obsess over your customer, they will obsess over you in return." - Chaim Landau
     
    "You need to fail because if you don't fail, your experience will not grow." - Chaim Landau
     
     
    Connect with Ptex Group: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn
     
    LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants to achieve in business. Listen to previous episodes on  Spotify,  Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts!

    • 31 min
    The Secret Genius of Amazon with Chaim Landau - Part I

    The Secret Genius of Amazon with Chaim Landau - Part I

    Amazon is a behemoth that dominates the world, yet in some ways, it runs like a startup company. How did founder Jeff Bezos manage to pull that off, while allowing it to continue to grow ever bigger? Join Meny and his guest Chaim Landau, Principal Cloud Delivery Architect at Amazon Web Services in Tel Aviv, as they talk about the reasons that Amazon has been so successful, their insightful and helpful leadership principles, the importance of noticing and grabbing the opportunities that life offers you, the actual meaning of company culture (and why it matters), the way to start working in I.T., and more.
     
     
    [00:01 - 07:15] Innovating at Amazon's Scale
    Amazon's culture fosters autonomy and fast decision-making The startup-like environment within a tech giant Chaim's early intrigue with technology and his unconventional path into IT  
    [07:16 - 14:00] From Curiosity to Cloud Expertise
    The journey from a foundational interest in computers to a leading role in AWS Overcoming challenges and the power of self-learning The significance of mentorship and coaching in Chaim's career  
    [14:00 - 21:00] The Amazon Leadership Philosophy
    The influence of Amazon's leadership principles on employee behavior and company success How Amazon maintains its innovative edge through culture Chaim's transition from traditional IT roles to cloud computing  
    [21:00 - 28:00] AWS: Pioneering Cloud Transformation
    The evolution of AWS and its role in Amazon's ecosystem The creation and global impact of cloud computing Chaim's role in advancing Israel's public sector through AWS  
    [28:00 - 36:22] Culture as Amazon's Backbone
    The tangible effects of Amazon's culture on its operations and success The distinction between perks and culture in the tech industry Implementing Amazon's leadership principles in daily operations  
    Want to connect with Chaim? Follow him on LinkedIn and visit Amazon Web Services (AWS)!
     
     
    Key Quotes:
     
    "Culture is human software; it's psychology." - Chaim Landau
     
    "An effective technology team is one that also has a very strong culture supporting it." - Chaim Landau
     
    "You need to fail because if you don't fail, your experience will not grow." - Chaim Landau
     
     
    Connect with Ptex Group: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn
     
    LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants to achieve in business. Listen to previous episodes on  Spotify,  Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts!

    • 36 min
    Bootstrapping, Delegating and Leadership with David Pilchik

    Bootstrapping, Delegating and Leadership with David Pilchik

    A business owner in this day and age should be someone who’s accessible to the team, empathetic to the employees’ struggles, and a catalyst to their personal and professional growth. 
     
    This week our guest is David Pilchick, the founder and owner of Brooklyn Low Voltage Supply. He drops by to talk about the most important qualities of a modern-day leader. He also discusses his journey to becoming a successful business owner, years after dropping out of high school. 
     
    In our interview, we discuss the leadership skills that are difficult to master, yet absolutely crucial, and how exactly anyone can attain them. Leadership in any industry can be an intimidating field, however, if we can tap into our unique selves, gain confidence, and overcome certain fears, anything is possible. Tune in now and learn how to be a modern-day business owner from David.
     
     
    [00:01 - 06:36] The Unlikely Beginning
    The transformative power of leadership roles at a young age Overcoming the stigma of being a high school dropout The importance of customer relationships in founding a business  
    [06:37 - 12:44] Building a People-first Culture
    Creating an environment where employees feel valued and motivated The role of accessibility and presence in leadership Empowering employees for growth and leadership roles  
    [12:45 - 18:27] The Art of Delegation and Scaling
    Strategies for effective delegation and team empowerment Balancing personal involvement with strategic oversight The importance of building a self-sustaining business model  
    [18:28 - 24:53] Competing in the Era of Amazon
    Leveraging customer service and expertise as a competitive advantage Adapting business strategies to outmaneuver logistical challenges Predicting and responding to market demands more nimbly than larger competitors  
    [24:54 - 31:31] Vision for the Future
    The importance of community and giving back Setting goals beyond financial success The ongoing journey of personal and professional development  
     
    Key Quotes 
     
    “If your employees feel appreciated and valued, they’re going to come into work with the right attitude, and then they’re going to give your customers the best experience that they can ever expect.” - David Pilchick
     
    “As much as it is great to make money, you’ll also want to do something good for the community at the same time.” - David Pilchick
     
     
    Connect with David
    Email david@blvs.com to get in touch with David or follow him on LinkedIn. Check out Brooklyn Low Voltage Supply to learn more about their services!
     
     
    We’re a passionate bunch. Together, we help your business flourish. Visit: https://ptexgroup.com
     
     
    Let’s Talk Exits! Check out my new podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lets-talk-exits/id1606747718
     
     
    Connect with Ptex Group: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn
     
    LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants to achieve in business. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts! 

    • 31 min
    Confronting the Conflict Between Creativity and Business with Jeff Akerman

    Confronting the Conflict Between Creativity and Business with Jeff Akerman

    Jeff Akerman is a visionary, creative force, architect, and designer - and as the founder of RISE Architecture and numerous other design firms, he knows as well as anyone the conflict between the creative and business sides of a company. In this episode of Let’s Talk Business, Meny, and Jeff dig deeply into the question of how to bridge the inevitable gap between the number crunchers and the creative dreamers. They discuss the importance of giving your employees room to do things for themselves even as they work within your creative vision, the most important factors to consider when choosing a partner, how to engender loyalty among your staff, the benefits of profit sharing (and, perhaps even more, giving your workers a piece of the company), the ways that business and improving the world can go hand-in-hand, and much more.
     
    Starting out from his basement in Brooklyn, Jeff Akerman founded BizDesignes, now called RISE Architecture, in 2010, and since then established a number of other large architecture and design firms as well. A licensed Architect in New York and 11 other states, Jeff directed the firm as it experienced exponential growth with a wide range of projects from major interior renovations of single-family residential buildings to commercial, mixed-use, industrial, and institutional new buildings. His most recent project is the development of a new city for religious Jews in Florida.
     
    [00:01 - 08:00] The Genesis of Creative Ambition
    Jeff's unconventional entry into architecture The realization that business understanding is crucial for creative success The importance of a supportive figure in finding one's path  
    [08:01 - 16:00] Expanding Beyond the Blueprint
    The transition from small projects to major developments The role of rebranding and business evolution in growth Learning the balance between design and practical business considerations  
    [16:01 - 24:00] Cultivating a Creative Team
    Building a team that shares your vision and dedication The challenge of maintaining creativity while focusing on business growth Strategies for nurturing and retaining talent in a competitive industry  
    [24:01 - 32:00] Blueprints for Success: From Vision to Reality
    The intricacies of starting and scaling multiple businesses Implementing effective partnership and profit-sharing models Overcoming obstacles and leveraging opportunities for expansion  
    [32:01 - 39:55] Designing Communities: A Visionary Project in Florida
    The ambitious project of building a new city in Florida The drive and philosophy behind creating lasting impact through architecture Balancing financial goals with the mission of community building and affordable living  
     
    Want to connect with Jeff? Follow him on LinkedIn. Head to Rise Architecture for a fresh perspective!
     
     
    Key Quotes:
     
    "Being good at architecture does not mean you're good at running a business." - Jeff Ackerman
     
    "The biggest challenge in growing a creative agency is not losing the spark of creativity while managing the business side." - Jeff Ackerman
     
     
     
    Connect with Ptex Group: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn
     
    LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants to achieve in business. Listen to previous episodes on  Spotify,  Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts!

    • 39 min
    The Secret Skills of Sales with Sales Coach Menashe Friedman

    The Secret Skills of Sales with Sales Coach Menashe Friedman

    Sales is what drives your business, and qualified salespeople are your lifeline. But what skills are necessary for success in sales, and can they actually be taught? In this fascinating episode of Let’s Talk Business, traveling salesman turned sales coach Menashe Friedman offers Meny the secrets that help turn regular people into dynamic and effective salesmen. Listen in as they discuss the importance of listening, the skills that drive sales success, why an emphasis on numbers may be misleading, how to transform a failed sales call into a win, why promoting your best salesman to a leadership position is often a mistake, the best way to react when you misread the room, and much more.
     
     
    [00:01 - 10:57] The Evolution of a Sales Maestro
    The importance of adapting and evolving in sales Learning from failures is more valuable than celebrating successes Continuous education and adaptation are key to sales longevity  
    [10:58 - 22:03] Listening: The Ultimate Sales Weapon
    Active listening helps uncover the real needs of clients Questions are more powerful than pitches in sales conversations Patience in listening can reveal the exact solution a client needs  
    [22:04 - 34:50] Introverts vs. Extroverts in Sales
    Introverts can leverage their listening skills to build deep connections Extroverts can use their energy to engage and motivate clients Adaptation and self-awareness are crucial for sales success, regardless of personality type  
    [34:51 - 48:21] Crafting a Winning Sales Process
    A tailored sales process increases efficiency and success rates Flexibility within a structured approach can meet diverse client needs The sales process should evolve with market trends and customer feedback  
    [48:22 - 52:30] Leadership and Bluntness in Sales
    Effective leadership involves clear, honest feedback and guidance A balance between kindness and firmness can motivate sales teams Recognizing and addressing the unique needs of each salesperson fosters a productive sales environment  
     
    Want to connect with Menashe? Follow him on LinkedIn. Head to M. Friedman Consultingto build or radically improve your sales team’s performance!
     
     
    Key Quotes:
     
    "Listening is not just a skill; it's your secret weapon in sales." - Menashe Friedman
     
    "In sales, your personality is not your destiny; it's your starting point." - Menashe Friedman
     
    "Every opportunity we have to learn and grow, it's positive, it's forward movement." - Menashe Friedman
     
     
     
    Connect with Ptex Group: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn
     
    LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants to achieve in business. Listen to previous episodes on  Spotify,  Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts!

    • 52 min

Customer Reviews

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87 Ratings

Patty Block ,

A great show for every business owner!

Business owners are always learning and this show brings in great guests with valuable insights. Meny Hoffman is a warm and welcoming host who brings out the best in his guests. I highly recommend you listen and subscribe!

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Amazing show!

I am so glad I came across this show! I’ve taken so many actionable and practical nuggets of advice to implement. Love tuning in!

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Highly recommend!

Want to become a better business leader? Let Meny Hoffman be your guide! No matter the subject, you’re guaranteed to gain something from every episode - can’t recommend Let’s Talk Business enough. 🙌

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