What does it really take to find that next gear?

"Starting a company is easy, making revenue and continuously pushing yourself out of your comfort zone, that's the tough part”
Beau BillingtonTheFreeAgent.com
Beau Billington
Episode 25

Building a Game-Changing App: Dan Ilash on Entrepreneurship, Marketing, and Jamshare’s Success

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Episode 24

From Pro Golfer to SaaS CEO: Johnny Page on Intrapreneurship & Business Growth | Finding That Next Gear

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Episode 23

Scaling Success: Matt Tate on Building Decimal, Resilience, and Authentic Leadership

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Episode 22

From Startup to Acquisition: Andrew Bagrin’s Journey | Finding That Next Gear Podcast

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Episode 21

From Corporate Grind to Entrepreneurial Freedom: Brett Trainor’s Journey to Empowering Gen Xers

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Asking the tough questions

Are some people destined for success, while others are not? Or are those that are able to find success simply able to get to that “next gear” while others seem to flounder or never get where they are trying to go?

The premise of Beau’s popular blogs and podcasts is centered around listening and engaging with successful people to learn how THEY found that next gear which took their businesses from ‘good to great’.

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Beau’s Entrepreneurial Journey

“I always wondered what others were doing differently from me. I had the same attributes as those I considered really ‘successful’, so what what was I missing?  Why was I struggling to find “that next gear”?

An inspiring image representing the journey of overcoming social media anxiety for business growth. The image features a person (Caucasian, female) standing at the start of a path marked by social media icons, looking apprehensive. Along the path, there are milestones like 'First Post', 'Weekly Posting', and 'Increased Engagement'. The path leads towards a bright, inviting horizon symbolizing growth and confidence. The setting is serene, conveying a sense of progress and self-discovery.

From Fear to Freedom: How I Overcame Social Media Anxiety to Grow My Business

Beau Billington is the founder of the Free Agent, a consulting company immersed in the strategic-layer of the Gig Economy About Beau Billignton- The Free Agent utilizes a vetted bench of battle-tested experts that…
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Beyond the ‘Five-Year Friend’: Mastering the Art of Genuine Networking

Beau Billington is the founder of the Free Agent, a consulting company immersed in the strategic-layer of the Gig Economy About Beau Billignton- The Free Agent utilizes a vetted bench of battle-tested experts that…
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A runner braving the rainy, chilly weather in Atlanta, determined and focused, symbolizing motivation and the challenge of hustle culture. The image captures the essence of pushing through excuses and adversities, paralleling the concept of doing what others won't in business. The backdrop features a rainy, urban Atlanta setting to emphasize the context.

Turning Adversity into Drive: Leveraging Hustle Culture for Success

Beau Billington is the founder of the Free Agent, a consulting company immersed in the strategic-layer of the Gig Economy About Beau Billignton- The Free Agent utilizes a vetted bench of battle-tested experts that…
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An image representing the concept of merging two identities - 'Business Beau' and 'Non-business Beau'. One side of the image shows a person in a business suit, looking formal and professional, symbolizing 'Business Beau'. The other side shows the same person in casual attire, relaxed and approachable, representing 'Non-business Beau'. Between them, a blurred transition to signify the merging of these two identities. The background should be a blend of a corporate office and a cozy, personal space, reflecting the blend of professional and personal life. The image conveys the theme of authenticity and personal growth in the context of business and social media.

Blending Business Beau with Authentic Beau: My Year of Merging Identities and Breaking Comfort Zones

Beau Billington is the founder of the Free Agent, a consulting company immersed in the strategic-layer of the Gig Economy About Beau Billignton- The Free Agent utilizes a vetted bench of battle-tested experts that…
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Embracing Change and Growth: My Transformational Journey Through 2023

Beau Billington is the founder of the Free Agent, a consulting company immersed in the strategic-layer of the Gig Economy About Beau Billignton- The Free Agent utilizes a vetted bench of battle-tested experts that…
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Pushing Past Discomfort: My Journey to Embrace Social Media as a Business Leveraging Tool

Beau Billington is the founder of the Free Agent, a consulting company immersed in the strategic-layer of the Gig Economy About Beau Billignton- The Free Agent utilizes a vetted bench of battle-tested experts that…
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A bit about Beau Billington

I started the podcast, “Finding That Next Gear” because I have always been obsessed with entrepreneurship. To me, it never mattered if you had a carwash, a hot dog stand, a financial services company, or a software company.

Talking business has always been enjoyable and something I could truly “nerd out” on. It wasn’t until I turned 36 that I found the courage to go at it alone and started my own company, The Free Agent (www.thefreeagent.com).

Ever since then I have been on a quest to uncover the difference between those that succeed and those that don’t.

Is it smarts, funding, sheer determination, perseverance, luck, or some other unique trait? Whatever the characteristic, my goal is to get to the bottom of what set’s the doers apart from the talkers.

I have worked with Beau for several years now as both a candidate and a hiring manager and his dedication and attention to detail and skill set is unmatched. In the recruiting and talent acquisition space you will not find a better partner than Beau.”
Cheryl PooleHead of Client Relationships, Americas
Cheryl Poole
We first engaged Beau about 2 years ago. He has established himself as a trusted advisor to our business and to me personally. I have interacted with many other firms in the space and The Free Agent is the best, I highly recommend them.
Rob TateSVP of Possible Now and CompliancePoint
Rob Tate
I have worked with Beau for several years now as both a candidate and a hiring manager and his dedication and attention to detail and skill set is unmatched. In the recruiting and talent acquisition space you will not find a better partner than Beau.”
Cheryl PooleHead of Client Relationships, Americas
Cheryl Poole
We first engaged Beau about 2 years ago. He has established himself as a trusted advisor to our business and to me personally. I have interacted with many other firms in the space and The Free Agent is the best, I highly recommend them.
Rob TateSVP of Possible Now and CompliancePoint
Rob Tate
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