Brofessional Development Podcast: Man Up! How To Break Out Of Mediocrity And Take Control With Bedros Keuilian

Man Up! How To Break Out Of Mediocrity And Take Control With Bedros Keuilian

Sep 15, 2021

Bedros Keuilian is a performance coach, speaker, and also business consultant. He has invested in dozens of businesses and companies, ranging from digital media agencies, software, education, and consulting firms. Bedros is also the founder and CEO of a four-time Inc. 5000 business, The Fit Body Boot Camp, which is one of the fasted growing franchises in the United States. In addition, he has authored a book called Man Up: How to Cut the Bullshit and Kick Ass in Business (and in Life), which is a guide to help you stop making excuses and take control of any situation in the business.

In this episode, Bedros shares his story, right from escaping communism in Russia with his family at a very young age, dealing with troubled youthful life, and the turning point. He also shares useful tips on how he rose to the top of the business with the help of mentors, therapy, and addressing the inner self.

In This Episode

[00:37] Bedros background

[04:58] Drawing inspiration from Jim Franco

[06:18] Bedros views on America’s current situation

[08:29] What soundtrack is playing in your head?

[12:06] Keys to a successful partnership

[14:25] What to do to grow your business

[17:54] Why most people don’t get past the first chapter of self-development books

[20:05] Practicing what you preach

[23:00] Becoming a disciplined entrepreneur

[27:43] Addressing the inner voice

[32:22] Why you need therapy

[38:20] Traits of entrepreneurs

[46:37] Finding the right mentors

[51:17] Guys being guys

[53:32] Brofessional development only fans inquiry

Powerful Quotes

I got to learn that in the absence of resources, food, money, and whatever, you become resourceful
I will enact my will on anything so long as it’s a positive thing for humanity
Most people go into partnership to mitigate the risks. The only time you need a partner is if they bring a unique specialized skill that you cannot get from anywhere else.
Do not bring in a partner just because they’ve got money and they like your idea because chances are you don’t even know who that person is.
The more trust and authority you can establish, the more like people are to read your book in completion.
I learned very quickly that if I want a strong team, not just employees but a team, I have to be a great communicator. Lead from the front, and take care of them.
I went there (therapy) because I was stressed and overwhelmed and I wanted him to help me cope with my stress and anxiety so I could keep growing the companies.
If you want to turn employees into high-performing team members, develop them. If it still doesn’t work out, give them the gift of goodbye.