Can you build a million-dollar business as a solopreneur without losing your mind? Join Alice Tang as she speaks with Bonnie Treichel, the founder of Endeavor Retirement and Endeavor Law. Bonnie reveals how she hit seven-figure revenue milestones in record time and why she is often her own "best cheerleader and worst enemy". Learn the tactical importance of letting go of what you can't control and why Bonnie believes "no" is just a step on the path to the right "yes".

In this episode, you'll learn:
The "Enemy" Mindset: How to overcome self-sabotage after a missed proposal and stay focused on the "right fit" clients.

Discomfort as Strategy: Why rushing a high-stakes decision to avoid discomfort can be a mistake.

The Partnership Wheel: The essential practice of surrounding yourself with people who force you to think through decisions more thoughtfully.

Radical Candor: Using clear communication to improve relationships with vendors, employees, and clients.

Key Moments

00:44 – Old Soul, Young Friend: Alice introduces Bonnie's talent in the retirement law arena.
01:45 – Rapid Milestones: Achieving $1M in revenue in three years and one year across sister companies.
03:10 – Money as Opportunity: Why wealth means the chance to give generously to the community on your own terms.
04:40 – The Solopreneur Bias: Navigating the "lonely and scary" reality of owning a business alone.
06:50 – The Finish Line Trap: Learning not to dwell on missed opportunities or "one yard line" losses.
08:15 – Letting Go: Creating headspace to welcome the right people by releasing what you can't control.
09:40 – Deciding Too Fast: Recognizing the tendency to rush high-stakes decisions to avoid mental discomfort.
11:55 – Faith in the Journey: How every signed contract is a client's investment in your problem-solving ability.
13:50 – Relationship Capital: Why your "Wolf Pack" will carry you when you feel you have nothing left to give.
15:45 – Tough Conversations: How the book Radical Candor helped Bonnie navigate stressful professional communication.
16:40 – Gratitude: Reflecting on the people who have seen her through her best and worst moments.