<description>&lt;p&gt;What separates successful entrepreneurs from those who give up? It’s not just talent or luck—it’s mindset and strategy. In this episode, we explore how building systems, taking risks, and embracing setbacks can set you on a path to long-term success. It’s about more than making money—it’s about designing a life you love.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Today, I sit down with Cameron Herold, an entrepreneurial coach, keynote speaker, and thought leader who, like me, started in the world of student painting. Cameron began his journey with College Pro Painters, a company with shared roots into Student Works. From running franchises to scaling massive enterprises like 1-800-GOT-JUNK?, Cameron has experienced it all and is here to share the lessons that helped him build a multimillion-dollar career.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Curious about how Cameron turned small businesses into multimillion-dollar enterprises? Want to know how you can do the same, starting with the skills you already have? We dive deep into those questions, along with the hard-earned lessons Cameron picked up along the way—including why failing is often the first step to success.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you’re ready to take control of your career and learn from one of the best in the business, this episode is for you. Listen now and enjoy!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Key takeaways:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;The mindset shift that turns failures into valuable lessons&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;How reverse-engineering goals can make even the most ambitious business dreams achievable&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The systems Cameron used to scale 1-800-GOT-JUNK? from $2M to $106M in revenue&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Insights on why your entrepreneurial journey should be about more than just money&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The critical role of time management in building a successful business&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;How to embrace your unique skills—even those schools might have overlooked—to fuel your business success&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;And much more…&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Resources:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href="https://studentworks.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;Student Works&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href="https://cameronherold.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;Cameronherold.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronherold/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;Cameron’s LinkedIn&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/second-in-command-the-chief-behind-the-chief/id1368800817" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;Second in Command: The Chief Behind the Chief podcast&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Books written by Cameron:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href="https://www.amazon.com/Vivid-Vision-Remarkable-Aligning-Business/dp/B07S4PMS6P/ref=sr_1_1?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.1CGgp05ImJV0nRxqc4JMllzBrDRLQ8EICyvUzDqm_ttbfHvvYjrherHQAUEO-S2A1cDn3bPBMGrIaoHCCV79mFvLEFiWDBAIh3d_MdcbekZV-hL4tHPUQuYZN1p4a2KHiWSKOSMrWht1FSFZ3M2oCzbw9TRmZB5bGew8QOMLTCQ.clDhPT1_ffvdJD2Qxlwwbk2kc5jjRBCO4lGQsXsVmhk&amp;amp;dib_tag=se&amp;amp;qid=1725966127&amp;amp;refinements=p_27%3ACameron+Herold&amp;amp;s=books&amp;amp;sr=1-1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;Vivid Vision: A Remarkable Tool for Aligning Your Business Around a Shared Vision of the Future&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href="https://www.amazon.com/Second-Command-Unleash-Power-Your/dp/B0BR62BXBZ/ref=sr_1_2?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.1CGgp05ImJV0nRxqc4JMllzBrDRLQ8EICyvUzDqm_ttbfHvvYjrherHQAUEO-S2A1cDn3bPBMGrIaoHCCV79mFvLEFiWDBAIh3d_MdcbekZV-hL4tHPUQuYZN1p4a2KHiWSKOSMrWht1FSFZ3M2oCzbw9TRmZB5bGew8QOMLTCQ.clDhPT1_ffvdJD2Qxlwwbk2kc5jjRBCO4lGQsXsVmhk&amp;amp;dib_tag=se&amp;amp;qid=1725966127&amp;amp;refinements=p_27%3ACameron+Herold&amp;amp;s=books&amp;amp;sr=1-2" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;The Second in Command: Unleash the Power of Your COO&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a...</description>

Leaders Of Tomorrow Podcast

Chris Thomson

387 | Cameron Herold | Building Systems That Scale Your Business Effectively

SEP 17, 202458 MIN
Leaders Of Tomorrow Podcast

387 | Cameron Herold | Building Systems That Scale Your Business Effectively

SEP 17, 202458 MIN

Description

What separates successful entrepreneurs from those who give up? It’s not just talent or luck—it’s mindset and strategy. In this episode, we explore how building systems, taking risks, and embracing setbacks can set you on a path to long-term success. It’s about more than making money—it’s about designing a life you love.

Today, I sit down with Cameron Herold, an entrepreneurial coach, keynote speaker, and thought leader who, like me, started in the world of student painting. Cameron began his journey with College Pro Painters, a company with shared roots into Student Works. From running franchises to scaling massive enterprises like 1-800-GOT-JUNK?, Cameron has experienced it all and is here to share the lessons that helped him build a multimillion-dollar career.


Curious about how Cameron turned small businesses into multimillion-dollar enterprises? Want to know how you can do the same, starting with the skills you already have? We dive deep into those questions, along with the hard-earned lessons Cameron picked up along the way—including why failing is often the first step to success.


If you’re ready to take control of your career and learn from one of the best in the business, this episode is for you. Listen now and enjoy!




Key takeaways:

  • The mindset shift that turns failures into valuable lessons
  • How reverse-engineering goals can make even the most ambitious business dreams achievable
  • The systems Cameron used to scale 1-800-GOT-JUNK? from $2M to $106M in revenue
  • Insights on why your entrepreneurial journey should be about more than just money
  • The critical role of time management in building a successful business
  • How to embrace your unique skills—even those schools might have overlooked—to fuel your business success
  • And much more…


Resources:

Student Works

Cameronherold.com

Cameron’s LinkedIn

Second in Command: The Chief Behind the Chief podcast



Books written by Cameron:

Vivid Vision: A Remarkable Tool for Aligning Your Business Around a Shared Vision of the Future

The Second in Command: Unleash the Power of Your COO

The Miracle Morning for Entrepreneurs: Elevate Yourself to Elevate Your Business

Double Double: How to Double Your Revenue and Profit in 3 Years or Less

Meetings Suck: Turning One of the Most Loathed Elements of Business into One of the Most Valuable

Free PR: How to Get Chased by the Press Without Hiring a PR Firm



Books recommended  by Cameron:

Think and Grow Rich

The Richest Man in Babylon

How to Win Friends and Influence People

The E-Myth Revisited: Why Most Small Businesses Don't Work and What to Do About It

Traction: Get a Grip on Your Business

Losing My Virginity: How I Survived, Had Fun, and Made a Fortune Doing Business My Way

Shoe Dog: A Memoir by the Creator of Nike

Giftology: The Art and Science of Using Gifts to Cut Through the Noise, Increase Referrals, and Strengthen Retention