#86 - BPN Updates & 5 Things You Can Do Right Now To Become A Stronger Leader

In today’s episode, Nick shares some updates on the things he has been working on at BPN over the last few months. Then, he will share five things you can do right now to become a better leader.

Diving into the updates at BPN, Nick shares about the progress on the new podcast studio. The new space will be a great opportunity to bring in more guests and film podcasts for YouTube and other platforms. A large focus at BPN this year is how to level up everything they do - video, the team, products, HQ, and more. Nick stresses that progress happens little by little over a stretch of time. You will more than likely not have everything you need when you are just getting started, but it’s getting started that counts.

Then, Nick gives us a look at BPN's newest product releases including a new vanilla vegan protein powder, electrolyte powder, sleep aid, collagen, meal replacement and fish oil soft gels. He explains the difference between the upcoming electrolyte powder and the G.1.M. Sport and the importance of electrolytes in a healthy lifestyle. Nick started BPN because he wanted to create products which he personally wanted to use and, as the team grew, began developing products they wanted too. He shares his goal for BPN to shift their business model to retail. With this goal and the introduction of new products, BPN recently signed a lease for an additional space to accommodate the expansion. Additionally, he gives a look into BPN’s 10 year plan.

Shifting gears a bit, we get a look into the book Nick is currently reading, The Power of Moments. He summarizes the book’s message by stating that life is composed of moments both good and bad, but it’s the really good moments we truly remember. The book addresses how we can intentionally create these kinds of powerful moments. BPN wants to create powerful moments which will impact people for a lifetime, in how they think, feel and interact with others. He relates this to the upcoming Go One More marathon hosted by BPN in support of veterans. 

Next, Nick dives into what it means to be a leader. The term leader is not just given, but is something one has to earn. While some people are born natural leaders, many of the skills it requires comes from various life influences. The first of the five tips Nick has for being a better leader is to remove emotions from decision making. To do this, you must remove yourself from situations in order to make a deliberate decision rather than an emotional one. Second, you should always hold yourself and those around you accountable. Third, and one of Nick’s favorites, is to be the guide, not the hero. Fourth, always invest in people in order to build their trust. In line with this, Nick explains the hiring process at BPN and the importance of hiring the right person for the job. One you find the right people, it’s important to take care of them, because you don’t want to lose them. Finally and most importantly, is to lead by example and hold the standard. The action of your business will come from the top down.

As the episode draws to a close, Nick reiterates the importance of taking control of your life and actions. The five tips he shared with us today apply not only to leading a business but to all areas of life, including relationships with family and friends.

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Timestamps:

1:35 - Introduction for today’s episode

3:30 - Updates on the new podcast studio

7:25 - The newest and upcoming BPN products

18:30 - BPN expansion and 10 year plan

24:10 - What Nick is currently reading and how its message applies to BPN

29:25 - Discussing the Go One More marathon

34:25 - What makes a leader?

38:05 - Five things you can do to be a better leader

52:50 - Bringing solutions with problems