Are you working in your business, or on your business? This simple question strikes at the heart of Michael E. Gerber’s philosophy on entrepreneurship. In the video below, the 80-year-old author of The E-Myth Revisited gives advice that could revolutionize how you approach your business. Gerber challenges the common notion of what it means to be an entrepreneur. It’s not just about owning a business—it’s about dreaming big and creating systems that allow your vision to scale. He uses Ray Kroc and McDonald’s as a prime example. Kroc didn’t flip burgers; he created a system that could replicate the perfect …
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From Page to Screen: Jonathan Gullible Teaches Economics to the Next Generation
Ken Schoolland’s beloved book The Adventures of Jonathan Gullible has long been a gateway for young minds to explore free-market economics. Now, as an animated series, it’s set to captivate a new audience. We asked Schoolland to discuss how this adaptation aims to enlighten and entertain young viewers about economic principles. The series follows Jonathan’s journey to Corrumpo, an island where misguided policies reign supreme. Schoolland explains, “Each new situation he witnesses pushes him to use reason and common sense to challenge the absurd rules and limitations that create needless suffering for the island’s residents.” This approach, he notes, “reflects …
Turning Cartoon Economics into Real-World Wisdom
Let’s face it: explaining economics to kids can feel about as easy as herding cats. But fear not! With Jonathan Gullible as your trusty sidekick, it’s easier to make economic principles fun and engaging. Here are some tips to help you get started with fun and meaningful conversations with the young people in your life. Step one, of course, is to watch the new animated series The Adventures of Jonathan Gullible! After a storm, Jonathan finds himself shipwrecked on the strange island of Corrumpo. There, he discovers a mixed-up world filled with funny examples of government meddling in people’s lives …
The Adventures of Jonathan Gullible: Lessons in Progress and Innovation
The Adventures of Jonathan Gullible offers more than just entertainment for young viewers. It provides valuable lessons about economics, innovation, and critical thinking that resonate with viewers of all ages. In the first episode, we meet Jonathan, a teen boy living in a coastal town. Despite warnings of an impending storm, Jonathan’s desire for excitement leads him to set sail. The storm capsizes his boat, and he washes up on an unfamiliar island. There, he witnesses a young woman named Alisa being arrested for inventing an axe that can fell trees much faster than the traditional method. This scenario presents …
Your Family’s Next Must-Watch Show: “The Adventures of Jonathan Gullible”
Ahoy, parents and grandparents! Prepare to set sail on a hilarious journey through the choppy waters of economics with a new animated series that’s sure to float everyone’s boat. Welcome aboard The Adventures of Jonathan Gullible, where learning about free markets is anything but a sunk cost! Welcome to Corrumpo Imagine a world where the principles of individual liberty and free-market economics come to life through colorful characters and engaging storylines. That’s exactly what you’ll find on the mysterious island of Corrumpo, where our intrepid teenage hero Jonathan finds himself shipwrecked and about to embark on an economic odyssey that …
John Mackey on Conscious Capitalism: Transforming Business for Good
In today’s challenging economic climate, with rising inflation and market uncertainties, entrepreneurs like you need more than just financial savvy to succeed. They need a new approach to business itself. Enter John Mackey, co-founder of Whole Foods Market, with a revolutionary idea: Conscious Capitalism. Mackey’s journey from a small natural foods store in Austin to the billion-dollar Whole Foods empire wasn’t just about making money. It was driven by a higher purpose: “to nourish people and the planet.” This purpose guided every decision, from product selection to employee policies. With economic headwinds, you might be tempted to focus solely on …
Will Guidara on Being Unreasonable
Owning a business carries with it a lot of responsibilities. From simply keeping the lights on to keeping up employee morale to finding the right vendors, the list is long and there never quite seems to be enough hours in the day. The more trivial aspects of everyday interactions are easy to overlook or gloss over. But those overlooked aspects of interaction, both with your customers and with your employees, can radically alter the experience they have with you and your business. This is the insight offered by restaurateur and author Will Guidara in the video you can watch below. …
Dave Ramsey on Strategies to Grow Your Business
Nothing about owning and running a business is easy. Every entrepreneur faces unique challenges, particularly when it comes to growing. You might know Dave Ramsey’s name from his personal financial advice books and video content, but he’s a successful entrepreneur in his own right and has some proven strategies for more than just individual and family budgeting. In a recent episode of his series just for entrepreneurs, which you can watch below, Ramsey identifies five key stages of life for a business owner: the treadmill operator, the pathfinder, the trailblazer, the peak performer, and the legacy builder. How entrepreneurs handle …
Episode 221 – Political Correctness – American Style (Podcast)
Today’s podcast is titled, “Political Correctness – American Style.” Recorded in 1995, Dr. James M. Buchanan, 1986 Nobel Prize winner in economics and Professor at George Mason University and Dr. Allen Mandelstamm, Professor Emeritus, Virginia Tech, discuss current developments on collegiate campuses in America. Listen now, and don’t forget to subscribe to get updates each week for the Free To Choose Media Podcast.
Mark Cuban on Why Most Businesses Fail
If succeeding in business was easy, everybody would be doing it. When it comes to running your business, so many of the little details are specific to your goals and industry, but there are some insights and advice that can apply to every entrepreneur. Legendary entrepreneur and investor Mark Cuban gave a frank and eye-opening interview in 2019 to answer big questions about why businesses fail and what can be done to avoid it. You can watch the entire video below. Even though the implementation of Cuban’s advice is going to look a little bit different for every business and …