Michael Agugliaro II is the Head Coach at FuDog Group, which provides personal growth coaching to executives and business owners. With a background in martial arts, he is the author of The Relentless Leadership Playbook, which offers strategies for business owners to amplify focus and inspire their teams. Michael was also named the Best Business Coach and Wealth Strategist of 2024.

Entrepreneurs often face leadership barriers as they struggle to articulate their vision and maintain accountability. Without clear direction and strong leadership skills, they may find themselves plateauing, unable to unlock the next stage of growth. How can leaders bridge this gap and develop the mindset and strategies to scale?

According to leadership coach Michael Agugliaro II, many entrepreneurs set ambitious objectives — like reaching $10 million in revenue — without specifying the purpose behind them. If leaders lack a well-defined vision, their team is less likely to buy into the company’s mission. To develop and communicate a distinctive vision, Michael recommends creating a three-sentence-long mantra and giving your team a stake in the company’s growth to ensure the mission resonates and aligns with their personal and professional growth goals. He also notes the role of personal development, self-discipline, and accountability in dismantling growth barriers.

In today’s episode of FuDog.TV, Michael Agugliaro II, the Head Coach at FuDog Group, is interviewed by Chad Franzen of Rise25 about scaling through leadership and accountability. Michael shares how leaders can refine their communication strategies, how entrepreneurs can leverage martial arts principles in their businesses, and his approach to motivating teams.

Mike Agugliaro is the Founder and CEO of FuDog Group, which provides personal growth coaching to executives and business owners. Before establishing FuDog Group, he co-founded Gold Medal Service, a home services company he expanded to $32 million in annual revenue before its acquisition in 2017. Mike also founded CEO Warrior, a leading training and coaching organization for home service businesses that he sold. As a lifelong martial artist, Mike has written over 28 books and is dedicated to helping individuals achieve personal and professional growth.

Many entrepreneurs struggle with scaling their businesses, not because they lack skill or ambition, but because limiting beliefs, past traumas, and outdated mindsets hinder their progress unknowingly. They attempt to implement new strategies but often find themselves stuck in the same cycles of fear, hesitation, or self-doubt. How can business owners shift their thinking to break through barriers and create lasting success?

Business and personal development strategist Mike Agugliaro believes that true transformation starts with "mind growth" rather than "mindset,” which involves shifting your identity rather than adopting new habits to create permanent change. After enduring gang violence as a child, Mike pursued martial arts to develop discipline and resilience for personal growth. Through experiential learning methods like fire-walking and real-time exercises, Mike encourages individuals to step beyond their perceived limitations and design their lives intentionally.

In today’s episode of FuDog.TV, guest host Chad Franzen of Rise25 interviews Mike Agugliaro, the Founder and CEO of FuDog Group, about shifting your mindset for entrepreneurial growth. Mike talks about sustaining personal transformation, his motivation for writing 28 books, and the importance of learning from mentors.

Dean Jackson is the Co-founder of 90-Minute Books, which helps entrepreneurs create effective lead-generation tools through concise book publishing. He also co-hosts the I Love Marketing podcast with Joe Polish, which shares innovative marketing strategies and insights. Throughout his career, Dean has been instrumental in assisting thousands of business owners to enhance their profitability through innovative marketing solutions.

For some entrepreneurs, marketing feels like a gamble as they pour money into ads, social media, and promotions with little to no predictable return. They find themselves stuck in a cycle of trial and error, hoping the next campaign will finally bring in consistent leads and sales. How can you turn marketing into a reliable system rather than a guessing game?

With over 37 years of marketing experience, Dean Jackson has developed predictable marketing systems that drive results. He emphasizes the importance of focusing on lead conversion, particularly within the first 100 hours when prospects are most engaged. Dean’s “before, during, and after” strategy for structuring your marketing methods involves attracting and identifying potential leads, converting those leads into customers by providing proprietary experiences, and nurturing long-term relationships with customers to generate referrals. By shifting marketing from an expense to a capital investment, businesses can achieve long-term, sustainable growth.

In this episode of FuDog.TV, Mike Agugliaro interviews Dean Jackson, Co-founder of 90-Minute Books, about how business owners can create predictable lead generation and conversion systems. Dean shares why understanding lead behavior is crucial, how to eliminate friction in business operations, and how to dominate your niche.

Aaron Hoos is the Co-founder of FuDog Group, which provides personal growth coaching to executives and business owners. As a strategic investment partner, he manages a fund specializing in global small-cap and venture-cap private equity and real estate investments. Beginning his career as a stockbroker, Aaron transitioned into marketing consultancy, advising multinationals on sales strategies, before moving into private equity. He is also the author of multiple books, including The Sales Funnel Bible.

Managing a business isn’t just about increasing revenue; it’s about balancing life, business, and wealth in a way that leads to sustainable growth. Many entrepreneurs find themselves stuck at a revenue plateau, feeling overwhelmed, or struggling to scale their operations. How can business owners develop a clear growth strategy and create a business that supports their ideal lifestyle?

Investor and business strategist Aaron Hoos notes that entrepreneurs must shift their mindsets to overcome business growth barriers. Identity plays a crucial role in business success, often limiting entrepreneurs from reaching the next level. Aaron emphasizes the importance of aligning life, business, and wealth by identifying mindset blocks, refining marketing and operations, and developing a long-term wealth strategy.

In this episode of FuDog.TV, Aaron Hoos, Co-founder of FuDog Group, joins guest host Chad Franzen of Rise25 to talk about creating a business that supports both financial and personal growth. Aaron shares how business owners can shift their identity to achieve greater success, how he built an eight-figure home services training organization, and FuDog Group’s core mission.