The Greatest Story
Our lives are woven from stories—those we hear, read, and tell ourselves, shaping our future and potential. Often, just one story can pivot us from a downward spiral to a transformative paradigm shift.
Our struggles are rooted in the stories we choose to believe. It's a delicate balance between being realistic and maintaining hope. Unfortunately, many people end up abandoning their dreams.
"The Greatest Story" exists to bring to light the untold stories that energize individuals, families, and communities. Our podcast delivers empowering messages, urging you to discover your purpose and unlock your potential, inspiring you to craft your own success story. Welcome to "The Greatest Story Podcast."
The Greatest Story
Why Most Entrepreneurs Never Make It (And What Winners Do Differently) - Michael Oakes
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Why do 9 out of 10 businesses fail? Business coach Michael Oakes breaks down the fundamentals every entrepreneur needs to master.
Michael went from coaching college basketball to becoming one of the first employees at FedEx in 1973, then built a career helping entrepreneurs avoid the mistakes that sink most businesses. In this episode, he shares the mindset, discipline, and fundamentals that separate long-term winners from the 70% of businesses that shut down within five years.
We cover everything from why practicing business fundamentals is like Steph Curry's daily drills, to Warren Buffett's secret weapon (his ability to say no), to why Blockbuster and Kodak collapsed while Netflix and Tesla thrived. Michael also shares his powerful "reverse visualization" framework inspired by Jack Nicklaus, his personal formula for success, and his honest take on how AI will reshape business and create new opportunities.
Whether you're starting a business, scaling one, or just trying to find your purpose, this conversation will change how you think about success.
