{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Future Proof","title":"The Sea Turtle Mindset: Struggle, Significance, and Building Something That Lasts","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2397,"description":"\nScott Eckart has spent his career helping entrepreneurs build legacies and secure their futures.\nIn this episode, he opens up about his personal journey - from being let go after 9/11 to becoming a successful business owner. Scott reflects on the struggles and triumphs that shaped him, revealing how leaning into adversity fueled his success. \nScott zooms  into a crucial issue many business owners overlook: while they pour their heart, soul, and resources into their companies, they often fail to plan for the future. He emphasizes the power of generational wealth, succession planning, and ensuring a business thrives long after its founder has moved on.\n\nIn this episode, you'll hear about:\nOvercoming personal and professional struggles to build a successful business\nWhy business owners need to focus on their legacy and plan for the future\nThe importance of mentorship, wise counsel, and surrounding yourself with the right people\nHow to navigate industry disruption and business transitions\nThings to listen for:\n (00:00) Introduction to Scott Eckart and his journey\n (03:00) Lessons learned from overcoming early struggles\n (10:00) The importance of succession planning and preparing for the future\n (15:30) What it means to build a business that lasts\n (21:00) The value of mentorship and having the right people around you\n (27:00) How to ensure the next generation of leaders is ready\n (34:00) Why business owners should focus on both success and significance\n (38:00) Building a system to extract value from your business\n (40:00) The power of feedback and learning from others in business\nResources:\nScott Eckart’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-eckart/ \nJoin the Velocity Network: https://www.velocoaches.com/  ","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/R8Jh5Gdtwc4BRcUrjB8UCVsc3l40FUbtCRPAbhjCE9g/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9mM2Mx/NDEwMjEzZGE0YzI0/OTI1ZmFjYmY0MmZm/Zjc4MS5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}