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CEO Lounge

CEO Lounge

De : Derrick Thompson & Joselyn Flores
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The CEO Lounge helps current and future entrepreneurs build real, sustainable success through mentorship, mindset, and proven strategies. Hosted by 30-year entrepreneur Derrick Thompson and co-host Joselyn Flores, each episode delivers authentic insights and practical guidance you can use immediately.

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    • Don’t Quit in the Middle: Entrepreneur Mindset + Weekly Wins That Keep You Going - EP 3
      Jan 2 2026

      Most entrepreneurs don’t fail from lack of talent — they quit in the middle… right before it starts working.

      If you’re building a business and you feel stuck, tired, or unseen, this CEO Lounge episode is for you. Derrick and Joselyn break down the middle season of entrepreneurship — the nights no one claps for, the discipline it takes to keep going, and how to protect your entrepreneur mindset with weekly wins that stack into real momentum.

      In this episode, you’ll learn:
      ✅ How to stay motivated when results are slow
      ✅ Why “applause” is a trap (and conviction is the fuel)
      ✅ The 1:00am grind story that built the foundation
      ✅ How to set weekly goals, celebrate wins, and avoid burnout
      ✅ How to know if you’re in a breakdown… or on the edge of a breakthrough

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      CHAPTERS

      00:00 Protect your mindset in the middle
      00:55 Welcome + why “the middle” matters
      03:55 “Nobody claps for the nights you don’t quit”
      06:05 The 1:00am office grind story (what people don’t see)
      10:40 Leading without applause (conviction vs attention)
      13:15 Why most people quit in the middle
      15:35 Weekly wins: how Derrick stayed motivated
      17:45 Rewards, discipline, and celebrating progress
      20:00 Leading yourself before leading a team
      30:05 Applause vs conviction + “breakdown or breakthrough?”
      36:25 Someone is always watching (even in the unseen season)
      41:35 Fatherhood + “no turning back” mindset
      42:40 Redefining success: time, freedom, and peace
      44:25 If you feel unseen: what to do next
      50:20 Audience Q: What do I focus on first? (and when?)
      52:35 Audience Q: Mindset + gratitude in the middle
      58:00 When plans take longer than expected (resetting)
      1:00:14 Closing encouragement
      1:00:38 Bonus: 12:20am “this is what it takes” clip

      #EntrepreneurMindset #StartupLife #BusinessOwner #Leadership #CEO

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      1 h et 2 min
    • How Do I Get Clients? Why Networking Didn’t Work for Me | CEO Lounge Ep. 2 (CLIP)
      Dec 29 2025

      How do I get clients? It’s one of the most common questions entrepreneurs ask — and the answer isn’t always what you think.

      In this segment from Episode 2 of The CEO Lounge, Derrick Thompson explains why networking events didn’t bring him his biggest clients — and what actually did.

      Instead of chasing handshakes and business cards, Derrick built long-term growth through:

      • Personal introductions
      • Relationships built over years
      • Being seen doing the work
      • Consistency, credibility, and trust

      You’ll hear how former coworkers, community connections, and people who witnessed his work ethic became the gateway to his largest clients — often years later.

      This conversation covers:

      • How to get clients without relying on networking events
      • Why visibility matters more than pitching
      • What to do if you don’t have clients yet
      • How donating work strategically can open doors
      • Why relationships outperform cold outreach over time

      If you’ve ever asked yourself, “How do I get clients?”, this segment reframes what actually works.

      The CEO Lounge is your blueprint for success — real experience, real strategy, and real lessons for entrepreneurs building something that lasts.

      📌 This clip is from Episode 2 - You’re NETWORKING WRONG: How Real Business Connections Actually Happen | CEO Lounge Ep. 2


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      ⏱️ Chapters

      00:00 How Do I Get Clients?
      00:09 Why Networking Didn’t Bring My Biggest Clients
      00:25 Where My Top Clients Actually Came From
      00:45 The Power of Personal Introductions
      01:03 Why Long-Term Relationships Win
      01:21 Why Business Cards Don’t Build Trust
      01:49 When Networking Events Disappoint
      02:12 Being Seen Doing the Work
      02:34 What to Do If You Don’t Have Clients Yet
      02:58 Why Donating Work Can Open Doors
      03:18 Relationships vs. Cold Outreach

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      4 min
    • Stop Chasing New Clients: Let Referrals Do the Work | CEO Lounge Ep. 2 (CLIP)
      Dec 24 2025

      If you’re constantly chasing new clients, this might be the real reason business feels harder than it should.

      In this segment from Episode 2 of The CEO Lounge, Derrick Thompson explains why the best referral source you’ll ever have is the client you already have — and why desperation quietly kills deals before they even start.

      Clients can sense confidence. They can also sense need. And when you’re “thirsty” for work, it becomes a turnoff — even if your service is excellent.

      In this conversation, Derrick breaks down:

      • Why referrals outperform traditional marketing
      • How happy clients become your strongest sales team
      • The hidden danger of chasing every new opportunity
      • Why desperation repels the very clients you want
      • How confidence and consistency create inbound demand

      If you can master getting your customers to talk about you, you won’t have to market nearly as hard — they’ll do the work for you.

      The CEO Lounge is your blueprint for success — real conversations, real experience, and real strategy to help you grow the right way.

      📌 This clip is from Episode 2 → You’re NETWORKING WRONG: How Real Business Connections Actually Happen | CEO Lounge Ep. 2


      🎧 New episodes drop the 1st and 3rd Fridays
      🔔 Subscribe so you don’t miss what’s next

      ⏱️ Chapters

      00:00 Why Your Best Referral Is Your Current Client
      00:18 How Referrals Create Effortless Growth
      00:36 Why Happy Clients Sell Better Than Ads
      00:59 “If Clients Talk About You, You Don’t Have to Market”
      01:10 The Biggest Mistake in Business Relationships
      01:16 Why Desperation Turns Clients Away
      01:37 Confidence vs. Need in Sales Conversations
      02:04 Why Chasing Clients Signals a Bigger Problem
      02:26 The Mindset Shift That Changes Everything

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      3 min
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