Mike Oppedahl knows the power of mentorship and the art of saying no to the wrong clients. In this episode, Mike shares how he grew his consulting business from $1M to $6M in three years, but it wasn't through grinding more hours, it was by focusing on the right people and eliminating distractions.
From the value of narrowing your business scope, to the mentors who've shaped his career, Mike drops the truth bombs on how saying no, focusing on key clients, and embracing abundant thinking can unlock growth and freedom. This isn't just another business podcast, it's a blueprint for leading with purpose and building a business worth serving.
Timestamps:
00:00 — Cold Open & Intro
05:07 — From Aerospace to Consulting: Mike's Career Pivot
07:17 — The "Riches in Niches" Philosophy
08:25 — The ETOA Principle: Why Focusing on the 20% Makes All the Difference
09:04 — The Dangers of Taking on Clients That Drain You
10:12 — The Power of Saying No to Grow Your Practice
10:57 — The Importance of Abundance Mindset in Business Growth
14:07 — The Mentorship Philosophy That Shaped Mike's Career
16:44 — How You Can Find a Mentor (and Get Past the Fear)
27:18 — The Key to Building a Healthy Consulting Business
Links:
Guest: Mike Oppedahl
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/mike-oppedahl-8706584
