{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Legacy, Unscripted!","title":"SE01 E61 The Journey from Bicycles to Golf | Steve Stoloff","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/6fe27385\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2866,"description":"In this episode of Legacy Unscripted, host Russ Katzman speaks with Steve Stoloff, founder and CEO of NextRound, a company that allows golfers to trade in used equipment for credit towards new clubs. The conversation explores the evolution of NextRound, the challenges faced during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the importance of innovation in retail. Stoloff shares insights on scaling the business, understanding customer objections, and the significance of team values and culture in building a successful organization. He also discusses the balance between work ethic and talent in hiring, and offers advice for aspiring entrepreneurs.\nIn this episode, you'll learn:\nThe why behind NextRound is to help golf retailers drive more business.\nNextRound pivoted 100% of its revenue from bicycles to golf within a year.\nThe company does not buy golf clubs for cash, focusing instead on credit for retailers.\nUnderstanding customer objections is crucial for business success.\nTeam values and culture are essential for building a strong organization.\nHiring interns can lead to significant talent development within the company.\nWork ethic is a key factor in employee success and cannot always be measured in interviews.\nThe future of retail may involve more non-cash asset trading.\nEntrepreneurs should focus on the journey rather than just financial success.\nBuilding a team that shares the vision is vital for long-term success.\nConnect with Steve via https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-stoloff-9986551/\nI hope you enjoy this episode!\n Give it a like, share, and subscribe to not miss the content coming your way weekly.\n – Russ and the Legacy, Unscripted! podcast team\nConnect with Russ on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/business-coach-florida/\nVisit the Progenyc website here: http://www.progenycc.com/\nGet in touch with Russ: russ@progenycc.com\nListen to Legacy, Unscripted! on these podcast platforms:\nSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4BtM5In2Vge81k5ZDE9jxB \nApple Podcasts:...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/QWw3boLcK7Kr7kGrV-RHzvtxwmjssmjYxrh49-ryI6g/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9iOTkx/YmRmOGRjN2NjOGMx/MzdjOGRhNDJlMDMx/NzA3Yi5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}