The Power of Messaging and Relationships in Business with Nicky Billou

Welcome once again to The Million Dollar Relationships podcast! Today, we are being joined by Nicky Billou. Nicky is the #1 International Best-Selling Author of the book Finish Line ThinkingTM: How to Think and Win Like a Champion and The Thought Leader’s Journey: A Fable of Life. He is an in-demand and highly inspirational speaker to corporate audiences such as RBC, Lululemon, Royal LePage, and TorStar Media. He is an advisor and confidante to some of the most successful and dynamic entrepreneurs in Canada. He is the co-founder of eCircle Academy (www.eCircleAcademy.com) where he runs a yearlong Mastermind & Educational program working with Coaches, Consultants, Corporate Trainers, Clinic Owners, Realtors, Mortgage Brokers, and other service-based Entrepreneurs, positioning them as authorities in their niche. He is the creator of the Thought Leader/Heart LeaderTM Designation.

In today’s episode, host Kevin talks with his friend Nicky about his journey as an Iranian immigrant and successful entrepreneur in Canada. Nicky's father inspired him to pursue entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of identifying problems and finding solutions. Nicky helps entrepreneurs with thought leadership, intellectual property, and sales methodology while also valuing freedom and gratitude. The conversation turns to the impact of relationships on business success, with Nicky discussing his experiences meeting influential figures through podcasts and highlighting the importance of relationships in entrepreneurship. 

Join us for this insightful episode as we explore the power of relationships in business and life

[00:00 - 10:57] Journey of an Entrepreneurship Legacy

·       Nicky shares his backstory as an immigrant from Iran

·       His father was an entrepreneur who helped others in need

·       Nicky became an entrepreneur to help people and serve them instead of selling to them

·       He helps entrepreneurs articulate their message and understand their clients' pain points to solve acute problems for profit.

[10:57 - 21:07] Meetings that Led to Life-Changing Mentorships

·       Nicky shares his experience of meeting several influential people through his podcast, such as John Maxwell, Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen, and Marie Forleo.

·       The podcast has elevated Nick's credibility status in the eyes of some of these people, such as Jack Canfield, who would never have had a conversation with him before.

·       The podcast has allowed him to meet his main mentor, Michael Palmer, and start working with him, which would not have happened without that experience.

·       Key relationships can have a significant impact on an entrepreneur's life and business.

[21:07 - 29:51] Serving Instead of Selling

·       Nicky shares a story about a woman who was lost and floundering for 18 months after leaving a personal development organization.

·       This woman was helped by Nicky and his team, who showed her how to know her niche, go after clients, and serve them.

·       In her first month as an executive coach, she made $10,000 in profit, which increased significantly in the following months.

·       Nicky and his son visited the woman and her son, and later, she attended one of their branded thought leader emerging workshops.

 [29:51 - 32:20] Closing Statements

·         Follow Nicky on LinkedIn and Facebook. Also, be sure to check his webpage at https://www.eCircleAcademy.com and https://www.thethoughtleaderrevolution.com

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"It's much better to be a thought leader in your space than an expert in your space.” – Nicky Billou