The Opportunity Everyone Else Was Missing | PYF 38

Joe Russell found the opportunity everyone else was missing. Here on the 38th episode of the Plant Your Flag podcast, he is here to share that opportunity with us. Joe Russell, CEO and Founder of YieldHealth, speaks with Mike Bean about his journey and how he started his new business and grew it to great success right off the bat. Joe did this with smart strategy, AI systems, and a dedication that is only seen in those who have planted their flag. Joe talks about the opportunities that arose for him on his journey, and how he has pivoted from adventure to adventure, all to do the right things for the right reasons. In this episode, you will hear about: - Using AI to start your business - Planting your flag - Who you can rely on to help start a business - Entrepreneurial spirit - Doing the right things and making smart choices Starting a business is intimidating for entrepreneurs. Joe Russell serves as an example of an entrepreneur who knew he was doing the right thing by starting his company, and once he got over the fence to plant his flag, he never looked back. Yield Health: https://yieldhealth.io/ === CHAPTERS === 00:00 Intro 00:58 How AI Sparked the Idea for YieldHealth 04:06 Using AI to Validate a Business Opportunity 05:34 How His Healthcare and Political Experience Came Together 07:18 Why Entrepreneurs Need to Stay Flexible 08:45 Changing the Business Plan to Find the Right Market 10:58 The Dedication It Takes to Build a Business 12:30 Overcoming Career Setbacks and Finding a New Path 13:50 How Past Experiences Shape Your Future 17:17 Building a Successful Healthcare Network From Scratch 18:49 Turning an Unlikely Idea Into a Successful Business 21:19 Knowing When to Take a Leap 23:47 How Football Built His Entrepreneurial Mindset 27:48 Using AI and Building the Right Team 30:03 Funding a Startup and Preparing for Growth 32:09 Finding the Right Mentors and Business Advisors 35:10 Learning to Delegate and Trust Your Team 37:04 The Mission Behind His Healthcare Business 40:26 Why Home Healthcare Needs More Support 43:29 Helping Healthcare Providers Negotiate Better Contracts 48:11 Managing Clients, Expectations, and Boundaries 52:23 Joe's Advice for Anyone Afraid to Start a Business 55:53 How to Connect With Joe Russell Thanks for joining us on another episode of the Plant Your Flag podcast! If you liked the podcast, be sure to check out our other podcast episodes on YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. === Find Us! === Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BeanMediaProductions Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beanmedia/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bean-media-productions/ Website: https://www.beanmediaproductions.com/ Listen: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/762c1F00LAMJXBSTATQ8gL?si=7695a335d2044918&nd=1&dlsi=85f6ed7dae244c6f Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/plant-your-flag-with-bean-media/id1736171111 #podcast #entrepreneurship #entrepreneurmindset #businesssuccess