This episode kicks off a four-part series exploring each stage of the path to mastery—Startup, Stability, Success, and Mastery. Today, we’re diving into how to not just survive the startup phase but step up and own your role as a true business owner.

We’ll talk about the roadblocks to expect, how to avoid the “shiny object syndrome,” and the value of getting guidance from someone who understands your goals and journey.

So listen to real client stories, take in the insights, and let’s get you winning through your startup phase!

Learn more in The Coaching Equation - Path to Mastery: How to Survive the Startup Phase and Avoid the Fatal Mistakes That Kill 90% of New Coaching Businesses

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Brook Bishop spent over two decades immersed in Personal Development and Business Consulting, driven by a passion for unlocking the potential of coaches and coaching organizations. As the co-founder of EMPIRE Partners, his journey is defined by transformative roles: leading sales at Buffini and Company, the world’s largest real estate coaching company, and serving as Tony Robbins' Executive of Business Solutions for 15 impactful years.

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Ryan Lang is the CEO of EMPIRE Partners and a highly sought-after performance coach and consultant. He helps establish business owners, coaches, and thought leaders transform from elite practitioners to transformational leaders by building businesses on five critical pillars instead of one wobbly leg. Over 20 years, he has guided 1000+ professionals to predictable, profitable growth using his Whole Performance Coaching methodology—combining sales mastery, strategic marketing, and human optimization principles that create lasting stability.

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