#265 Donnie Boivin: You DON'T have a sales problem

Donnie Boivin


Azle, Texas, USA





**INSPIRED! Podcast: Unveiling the Real Side of Business with
Donnie Boivin**





In a recent episode of the INSPIRED! Podcast, I had the privilege
of speaking with Donnie Boivin, the dynamic CEO of Success
Champion Networking and the founder of the Badass Business
Summit. Donnie's journey from overcoming initial business
struggles to building a robust network of supportive business
communities across North America is nothing short of inspiring.
Here, Donnie shares his insights, challenges, and strategies that
have shaped his success.





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### Overcoming Early Challenges





Donnie began by sharing the driving force behind his podcast and
his five-time bestselling books. "Building a business is one of
the hardest things I've ever done," he said. "Everyone talks
about business being all sunshine and rainbows, but I wanted to
show the real side of it. Many entrepreneurs come in with a false
sense of guaranteed success, and when times get tough, they bail.
I wanted people to see that business is hard, but they're not
alone in their struggles."





### The Power of Resilience





Reflecting on his journey, Donnie emphasized the importance of
resilience and perseverance. "The first two or three years of a
startup are crucial. Many people quit when it gets hard, but it's
about pushing through those tough times. Real success comes from
leaning into the hard things consistently over time."





### Value of Mentorship





Donnie also highlighted the significance of having mentors and
coaches. "Jerry Macnamara has been a huge influence on me. When
hiring a coach, ask for references of people their coaching
didn't work for. This ensures they have real experience. Also,
look for their 'skins on the wall'—evidence of their success in
areas you're aiming to achieve."





### Networking: The Key to Success





As the CEO of Success Champion Networking, Donnie shared his
philosophy on effective networking. "Networking is about growing
other people's businesses, not just finding clients.
Introductions are more powerful than referrals because they can
lead to multiple opportunities. The real power of networking lies
in making the right connections and building lasting
relationships."





### Setting and Achieving Goals





Donnie's ambitious goal is to revolutionize how the world
networks. "In three years, we aim to have 10,000 members
worldwide. This year, we're focused on refining our processes and
systems to support this growth. It's about building a company,
not just creating a job for ourselves."





### Practical Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs





Donnie's advice to aspiring entrepreneurs is straightforward:
"Sales fix most company problems. Get comfortable with the sales
process and have a lot of conversations. Enjoy what you do, stay
consistent, and lean into the hard work."





### Final Thoughts





Donnie's journey and insights are a testament to the power of
resilience, authentic networking, and consistent hard work. His
approach to business and networking provides a valuable roadmap
for entrepreneurs looking to navigate the complexities of
building a successful business.





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Donnie Boivin's story is a powerful reminder that success is
built on perseverance, strategic networking, and continuous
self-improvement. For more insights and to connect with Donnie,
visit:





- **LinkedIn**: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donnieboivin/


- **Success Champion Networking**:
https://successchampionnetworking.com


- **Badass Business Summit**: https://badassbusinesssummit.com





Join us on the INSPIRED! Podcast for more transformative
conversations and insights from inspiring individuals around the
globe.





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