About the Guest(s):

Rick Jordan is an entrepreneur, cybersecurity expert, and public speaker who has carved a niche in various business ventures. His expertise stretches across cybersecurity solutions, with a successful track record in starting and scaling businesses. Rick is an ordained pastor and has been a significant influence behind the scenes in both tech and ministry worlds. His entrepreneurial journey includes writing a sales playbook for a Best Buy division, being the first Geek Squad agent in Chicago, and ultimately transitioning to running his own enterprise. With his candid approach and emphasis on authenticity, Rick continues to impact the industry with his ventures and insights.

Episode Summary:

In this empowering episode of the "Who You Know" show, host Trevor Houston warmly welcomes Rick Jordan, whose compelling story of struggle, resilience, and triumph serves as a backbone for an invigorating discussion on entrepreneurship and authenticity. From being laid off to establishing a triumphant public company, Rick's journey underscores the profound significance of mindset and adaptability.

Rick regales us with his backstory, detailing his abrupt exit from Best Buy during the 2007 economic downturn and how it served as a catalyst for his entrepreneurial debut. He emphasizes the importance of authenticity and being true to oneself, both personally and professionally. As the conversation progresses, Rick expounds on the powerful dynamics of internal brand-building, the potency of relatability in public speaking, and shares invaluable insights on transitioning from a corporate environment to a thriving business owner, striking a chord with aspiring entrepreneurs and seasoned professionals alike.

Resources:

• Rick Jordan LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrrickjordan/
• Career Transition Summit: https://event.webinarjam.com/register/67/04404igv 
• LinkedIn e-book: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://online.flippingbook.com/view/714118097/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
• Subscribe: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/who-ya-know-show ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
• Trevor Houston is a licensed financial professional offering insurance/financial products through various carriers. For more info visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://cpwstrategies.com

Chapters:

(0:01:11) Rick’s journey and building his empire from scratch.

(0:02:28) Rick talks about his role as the first Geek Squad agent in Chicago.

(0:06:19) The importance of social relationships and internal politics in large corporations.

(0:09:21) Trevor asks Rick if there's anything he would have done differently during his time at Best Buy.

(0:10:48) The power of accountability and shifting mindset.

(0:12:06) Rick shares how he took action to overcome victim mentality.

(0:15:26) Rick's next steps after being let go.

(0:17:15) The negative impact of having too many side hustles.

(0:19:49) Rick discusses the value of niche expertise and being known for something.

(0:22:27) How to handle low energy days.

(0:29:59) Rick’s podcast, "All In with Rick Jordan."

(0:33:33) Rick reflects on his experience performing on over 5000 stages.

(0:36:45) Rick discusses the topics he hesitates to talk about, such as trauma.

(0:38:08) Discussing trauma and taking ownership of one's actions.

(0:39:28) The importance of compassion and empathy when discussing controversial topics.

(0:43:51) Lessons learned from making difficult decisions in business.

(0:44:58) Advice for those considering starting a side hustle.

(0:48:21) Rick's key messages as a keynote speaker.

(0:51:41) The significance of personal branding and its impact on success.

(0:55:37) The power of sharing transformational stories to connect with the audience.

(1:00:22) Rick mentions his mastermind program and offers private coaching for those interested.