EYL #306 Lawyer Quits Law to Build a Multi-Million Dollar Empire: Doing Business in Africa & The White House
In this week's episode of Earn Your Leisure, we're joined by the dynamic John Burns to explore the journey and impact of The Burns Brothers. Discover how John transitioned from being a lawyer to a full-time entrepreneur, the story behind organizing a Juneteenth concert at the White House, and the challenges and opportunities of doing business in Africa.
We also dive into strategies for running a successful membership club, the critical role of AI in creating jobs, and why documenting everything in a partnership is crucial. Learn how The Burns Brothers scaled their business in Africa, the importance of company culture, and their decision to launch a membership club in Kenya.
Plus, we discuss the struggle of accessing capital, even as a law firm partner and Fortune 500 COO, and how local government officials can help provide capital for the community. Don’t miss out on this insightful discussion about the advantages of being in business with family.
#EarnYourLeisure #JohnBurns #TheBurnsBrothers #Entrepreneurship #BusinessInAfrica #MembershipClub #ArtificialIntelligence #CompanyCulture #AccessToCapital #FamilyBusiness #Juneteenth #WhiteHouse #DocumentEverything #LocalGovernment #Kenya
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