Rob Montana, a.k.a The StrapSmith, is a Physical Therapist turned custom watch strap maker. He was looking for a way out of healthcare and wanted to create a business that afforded him a great income, an extremely flexible schedule and more happiness!
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Resource Mentioned:
- Your Big Idea: Successful Entrepreneurs have One Big Idea. Follow JLD’s FREE training & you’ll discover Your Big Idea in less than an hour!
Success Quote
- “It had long since come to my attention that people of accomplishment rarely sat back and let things happen to … If you want to get things done you have to do things.” – Leonardo Da Vinci
Business Failure
- Rob tells the story of the first time he made a watch strap – the Frankenstein strap he calls it – and for good reason!
Entrepreneurial AH-HA Moment
- An envelope full of cash is a good AH-HA moment in my book!
Current Business
- Rob is inspired by the community he has created, and he has BIG plans for 2014!
Small Business Resource
- Podcasts!
Best Business Book
- The 4-Hour Workweek by Timothy Ferriss
Interview Links
- The Strap Smith: Thank you for visiting my custom watch strap site. I share your passion for watches and high quality leather watch straps.
Sponsors
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Killer Resources!
1) The Common Path to Uncommon Success: JLD’s 1st traditionally published book! Over 3000 interviews with the world’s most successful Entrepreneurs compiled into a 17-step roadmap to financial freedom and fulfillment!
2) Free Podcast Course: Learn from JLD how to create and launch your podcast!
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