Phil Bedford - Unlocking Business and Personal Potential

This week, I’m joined by Phil Bedford for a deep dive into entrepreneurial development and personal growth. I’ve known Phil for 10 years, and I admire his expertise across multiple fields including kite surfing, salsa, sales, public speaking, and entrepreneurship development.

In this podcast, we dive into the following topics:

• The power of networking

• How to be successful at public speaking

• The connection between marketing and sales

Phil’s Biography

Having lived in the Middle East since 1998, Phil has used his extensive business acumen, a Masters Degree, and over a decade of experience in sales training, business development, and consulting to expand the Asentiv franchise across the region. He runs regular networking events and workshops in Dubai and is considered a leading expert in referral marketing. Phil is passionate about helping business owners grow amazing businesses and lead spectacular lives.

Podcast Highlights:

• 00:00 - Introduction

• 01:28 - Phil's recent injury

• 02:28 - Triathlon

• 05:10 - Phil's background

• 08:14 - Education

• 10:41 - The power of networking

• 12:19 - Reasons Phil moved to Dubai

• 13:06 - The importance of having a supportive partner

• 13:51 - Teaching salsa

• 15:25 - Kite surfing

• 16:02 - Move to real estate during the boom

• 16:08 - How to be successful at public speaking

• 19:04 - Phil's involvement in Referral Institute

• 22:18 - How to overcome challenges

• 27:50 - Master Mastermind Group

• 31:41 - Phil's perspective on motivation

• 33:15 - The importance of continuous growth

• 35:37 - Family dynamics

• 38:55 - What does success mean to Phil?

• 40:07 - Challenges of family business

• 41:13 - How to be successful in sales and business

• 47:41 - Understanding the connection between marketing and sales

• 50:14 - How to grow your business

• 52:52 - The role of networking in generating business

• 56:46 - The cultural impact on social interactions

• 56:51 - The importance of time management

• 59:03 - Self-development and coaching

• 1:01:59 - Supporting entrepreneurs and small business owners

• 1:05:14 - Balancing personal and professional life

• 1:08:46 - The contrast between different job roles and fulfillment

• 1:11:32 - Establishing personal connections and friendships

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