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Founder's Playbook

Founder's Playbook

Written by: Nelson Ferreira
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Founder’s Playbook is the ultimate guide for entrepreneurs looking to build their empires, become great leaders, and create a high-performance team. Hosted by Nelson, the founder and CEO of Vibez Creative, a 7-figure video podcast agency. This podcast dives into actionable strategies, hard-earned lessons, and the proven tactics behind the success of founders, CEO’s, experts, and entrepreneurs from various industries. Whether you’re just starting out or ready to take your business to the next level, Founder’s Playbook offers the insights you need to become an elite founder in the game of business and entrepreneurship.Founder's Playbook Economics Leadership Management & Leadership Self-Help Success
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  • He’s Trained 1000+ Remote Sales People. Here's What Separates The Top 1%
    Jan 30 2026

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    In this new episode, Nelson sits down with Kris Cochrane, who’s trained over 1,000 remote salespeople and has seen exactly how the top performers operate.

    You’ll hear:

    ◼️ What consistently shows up in the top 1% of remote closers

    ◼️ The hiring pattern that quietly destroys sales teams

    ◼️ Why most founders invest in training that never pays off

    ◼️ The signals that reveal whether a closer will scale with your company

    ◼️ The shifts founders need to make to build predictable revenue


    Timestamps:

    00:00:00 Introduction

    00:01:43 - Building an Eight-Figure Sales Team

    00:04:03 - Characteristics of a Top 1% Closer

    00:05:32 - What to Look for in Top Closers

    00:07:46 - Defining a Top Closer's Revenue

    00:09:04 - Expectations for Top Closers' Earnings

    00:10:32 - The Role of Marketing in Attracting A Players

    00:11:22 - Challenges with Founders Who Lack Marketing

    00:13:11 - Selling the Company to Potential Closers

    00:14:37 - Recruitment Mandates for Sales Teams

    00:16:32 - Identifying Underperforming Closers

    00:19:54 - When to Transition from Founder-Led Sales

    00:20:09 - Starting the Recruitment Process for Closers

    00:24:04 - Interview Tactics for Identifying High Performers

    00:27:09 - Training Top Closers on New Offers

    00:30:26 - Onboarding Best Practices for New Closers

    00:34:16 - Key Metrics for Evaluating Closer Performance

    00:36:06 - Duration for Assessing Underperformance

    00:37:48 - Real-Life Example of Closer Performance

    00:42:15 - Compensation Structures for Closers

    00:43:28 - Adjusting Compensation for Different Offer Types

    00:45:12 - Managing Refunds and Clawbacks




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    Follow Kris Cochrane:

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/kris-cochrane/

    https://www.instagram.com/kriscochrane/?hl=en


    DISCLAIMER

    This content is for educational and informational purposes only. This is not financial, investment, tax, or legal advice. Bitcoin and cryptocurrency investments carry significant risks including market volatility and potential loss of capital. Superannuation and tax strategies vary by individual circumstances. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Always conduct thorough research and consult with qualified financial advisors, tax professionals, and legal experts before making investment or retirement decisions. Individual results depend on personal circumstances, market conditions, and investment strategy.

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    1 hr and 25 mins
  • He Sold $10M In Property To Go All-In On Bitcoin!? (Here's Why)
    Jan 9 2026

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    Why an 8-figure entrepreneur moved his entire wealth into Bitcoin.

    ◼️ Traditional system is broken—Bitcoin became the only asset that made sense

    ◼️ Australia's economic trajectory & rising government overreach

    ◼️ High-net-worth individuals quietly dematerializing wealth into Bitcoin

    ◼️ Why he moved his entire retirement fund out of superannuation

    ◼️ How business owners can protect profits before inflation erodes them


    Timestamps:

    00:00:00 Introduction

    00:01:53 - Transitioning from Real Estate to Bitcoin

    00:02:45 - Bitcoin vs. Traditional Assets

    00:04:00 - Inner Circle Program for High Net Worth Individuals

    00:06:36 - The $500 Million Man's Perspective

    00:09:01 - Inflation and Currency Debasement

    00:09:32 - Superannuation and Retirement Concerns

    00:11:26 - Property Investing vs. Bitcoin

    00:13:10 - The Headaches of Property Management

    00:15:01 - Comparing Returns: Property vs. Bitcoin

    00:16:27 - The Risk of Owning Zero Bitcoin

    00:21:00 - The Process of Allocating Superannuation to Bitcoin

    00:22:50 - The Reality of Superannuation Returns

    00:25:26 - Self-Managed Super Funds (SMSF )

    00:28:50 - Bitcoin Mining

    00:32:31 - Unrealized Capital Gains Tax and Its Implications

    00:35:00 - The Problem with Unrealized Capital Gains Tax

    00:36:11 - The Flight from Property to Bitcoin

    00:40:30 - The Contrast Between Australia and Dubai

    00:41:44 - The Immigrant Perspective on Taxes

    00:44:13 - The Australian Success Story

    00:45:37 - Common Mistakes in Bitcoin Investing

    00:46:08 - Investing in VIP Training Programs



    Follow Nelson & Founder's Playbook:

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    https://open.spotify.com/show/1C66TiNNEXL5S9qA32OoV6?si=20bd04b43628463

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    DISCLAIMER

    This content is for educational and informational purposes only. This is not financial, investment, tax, or legal advice. Bitcoin and cryptocurrency investments carry significant risks including market volatility and potential loss of capital. Superannuation and tax strategies vary by individual circumstances. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Always conduct thorough research and consult with qualified financial advisors, tax professionals, and legal experts before making investment or retirement decisions. Individual results depend on personal circumstances, market conditions, and investment strategy.


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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • 8 Reasons Why Business Owners Should Avoid Podcast Sponsors
    Nov 19 2025

    In this episode, Nelson breaks down 8 hard‑hitting reasons why chasing high‑ticket sponsors is a mistake, from losing control of your message, slowing down production, and confusing your audience, to the reality that sponsors will never pay you as much as your own business can.

    You’ll hear why your best sponsor is your own high‑ticket offer, how to turn cold traffic into warm leads with a content system, and why selling directly to your dream customers will always outperform any sponsorship deal.

    If you’re a business owner looking to scale and dominate your market with a viral podcast system, book your demo today: https://vibezcreative.com/viral-podcast-system-vsl-org

    Follow me on socials:

    -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/creatornelson/

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    - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@foundersplaybookpodcast


    Timestamps:


    00:00:00 - Introduction

    00:00:41 – Reason 1: Sponsorship Hurts Lead Generation

    00:02:01 – Reason 2: Sponsorship Deals Are Usually Tiny

    00:03:54 – Reason 3: You Lose Control of Your Message

    00:04:59 – Reason 4: Sponsorships Can Weaken Your Brand

    00:05:58 – Reason 5: Confusion in Positioning and Marketing

    00:06:44 – Reason 6: Slows Down Production and Growth

    00:07:36 – Reason 7: Adds Heavy Admin Work

    00:08:47 – Reason 8: Your Best Sponsor Is Your Own Business

    00:09:52 – Sell More of Your Own High‑Ticket Offers

    00:10:41 – How a Content System Creates Pre‑Sold Clients

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    12 mins
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