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What Really Matters in Business and Life

What Really Matters in Business and Life

By: Tim Sullivan
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 Welcome to What Really Matters in Business and Life, the podcast where we cut through the noise and focus on what truly drives success—both professionally and personally. I’m Tim, your guide to finding balance, purpose, and profits, all while keeping things light (because what’s a podcast without the occasional dad joke?). Whether you’re a small business owner chasing growth, a budding entrepreneur navigating the early stages, or someone looking to align their life and work, this is your space. Each episode dives into practical strategies, real-world stories, and actionable insights to help you tackle your time, money, and mindset challenges. From tracking the right numbers to scaling your business without sacrificing your sanity, we’ll explore the essentials that make a difference. So grab your coffee, tune in, and let’s figure out what really matters together—because success doesn’t have to be complicated, and a good laugh makes the journey even better. 🎧 Start listening now and take the first step toward building a business (and life) you love! 🚀Copyright 2025 Tim Sullivan Economics Leadership Management & Leadership
Episodes
  • The Milwaukee Brewers Blueprint: Building a Winning Team in Business

    The Milwaukee Brewers Blueprint: Building a Winning Team in Business
    Aug 29 2025
    Episode Summary:

    What does a baseball team with one of the lowest payrolls in the league have to teach you about business? A lot.

    In this episode, Tim breaks down how the 2025 Milwaukee Brewers shocked everyone with grit, unity, and resilience, and why their “next man up” mentality is exactly what every business needs.

    From building redundancy to celebrating small wins and bouncing back after setbacks, you’ll discover how to create a team culture that doesn’t just survive challenges… it thrives through them.

    Oh, and of course, you’ll get a dad joke or two along the way.
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    8 mins
  • Nobody Cares, Work Harder: How to Lead When Life Doesn’t Clap for You

    Nobody Cares, Work Harder: How to Lead When Life Doesn’t Clap for You
    Jul 25 2025

    EPISODE SUMMARY:

    Today’s episode might sting a little—but it’s exactly what you need when the grind feels heavy and motivation dries up. Tim breaks down a mindset that’s helped him push through the toughest days in business and life: Nobody Cares. Work Harder. It’s not about being cold or lacking empathy. It’s about taking ownership, building discipline over motivation, and showing up whether or not anyone’s watching—or clapping. If you’re tired of waiting for someone to save you, this episode is a permission slip to lead yourself first.

    If this episode fired you up and you’re looking for the structure, accountability, and community to actually do the work—Tim’s Accountability Group is where it happens. From mindset to AI tools to Profit Academy, it’s the real deal for business owners who are ready to get serious.


    👉 Want in? Reach out to Tim and let’s go. Just don’t forget: Nobody Cares. Work Harder.
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    12 mins
  • Scaling Without the Spiral: How to Grow Your Business the Smart Way

    Scaling Without the Spiral: How to Grow Your Business the Smart Way
    Jul 18 2025

    EPISODE SUMMARY:

    In this episode, Tim tackles one of the biggest and most misunderstood parts of entrepreneurship: knowing when (and how) to scale. Whether you’re hiring your first employee or thinking about a second truck, this conversation will help you scale with strategy, not stress.

    Tim shares the signs that it’s time to grow, the dangers of scaling too early, and the exact systems and mindset shifts you need to build sustainably. If you want to scale without losing your money, your mind, or your mission—this is your episode. And yes, the dad jokes are still fresh.
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    10 mins
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