In this episode of the Build to Keep It podcast, host Ted Murphy interviews Jeremy Jenson, CEO of Encore Search Partners. We discuss Jeremy's journey from a college dropout to a successful entrepreneur, his unique approach to finding love on LinkedIn, and the transformative impact of his weight loss journey. Jeremy shares insights on building a successful business, the importance of continuous improvement, and how implementing the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) has changed his life and business. He also reflects on overcoming adversity during tough times in his career and the strengths and weaknesses of doing business in Houston. The conversation concludes with valuable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs.

Takeaways

• Building a business can change everything about your life.
• Finding love can happen in unexpected places like LinkedIn.
• Weight loss can lead to increased confidence and business success.
• Continuous improvement is key to personal and professional growth.
• Implementing EOS can transform your business operations.
• Overcoming adversity is part of the entrepreneurial journey.
• Diversification can protect your business from market volatility.
• Houston's business scene is diverse and offers unique opportunities.
• Investing in people is crucial for business growth.
• A-players should seek industries that reward their skills appropriately.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Building Wealth

01:31 Finding Love on LinkedIn

06:29 Transforming Personal Health and Business

09:52 The Journey of Building Encore Search Partners

16:07 Continuous Improvement and Life Coaching

20:46 Implementing EOS for Business Growth

25:23 Overcoming Challenges in Entrepreneurship

33:12 Diversification and Market Adaptation

43:01 Strengths and Weaknesses of Houston's Business Scene

46:45 Final Business Advice