067 | Win or Learn: The Entrepreneur Mindset You Need to Succeed with Pat Brennan

What does it really take to build a business that not only thrives but runs without you? In this episode of the Vital Wealth Strategies Podcast, host Patrick Lonergan sits down with Pat Brennan, CEO and founder of Catalyze Growth Partners, to explore the keys to entrepreneurial success. Pat shares his inspiring journey—from getting fired to discovering he was meant to be an entrepreneur—and how he built a business that helps companies grow through a holistic approach to marketing, lead generation, and client acquisition. 

Throughout the conversation, Pat reveals how to fail forward and adapt to an evolving market while staying true to your values. He explains why building trust, developing systems, and training the right team are essential for creating a business that works without you at the center. If you want to learn how to generate consistent leads, attract the right clients, and scale your business with purpose, this episode is packed with actionable insights you won’t want to miss. 

Key Takeaways: 

• The power of "win or learn" thinking—how to embrace failure as part of the journey. 

• Why building trust and communicating your values is critical for attracting great clients. 

• How to create systems and processes that allow your business to run without you. 

• The importance of interviewing clients to guide your marketing strategy. 

• Practical strategies for adapting to market shifts and generating consistent leads. 

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Music by Cephas    

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