Who Are You? (Klassic Kern)

A personal story about grandfather Raymond Smith, and the valuable lessons he learned from him about work ethic and success. Using his grandfather's 1983 Jeep Scrambler as a backdrop, Frank explores the importance of being someone truly impactful to your audience and customers. Episode Highlights Introduction: Frank introduces his grandfather, Raymond Smith, a self-made millionaire and former Jeep dealer with an eighth-grade education. The Jeep Scrambler: Frank showcases his grandfather's restored 1983 Jeep Scrambler, which holds deep personal value and serves as a reminder of his grandfather's legacy. Lessons in Hard Work: Frank recounts his teenage years working for his grandfather, who would pick him up early in the morning and task him with manual labor, such as knocking down walls with a sledgehammer. Work Ethic and Value: Through these experiences, Frank's grandfather taught him that success is earned through hard work, creating value, and perseverance. Connecting with Your Audience: Frank emphasizes the need to be "monumentally impactful" to followers and customers, creating a lasting association with transformation and benefit. The Core Question: Frank poses the essential question: "Who are you to the people that follow you?" and challenges listeners to consider who they want to be and can be to their audience. Key Takeaways Success isn't about doing a million things; it's about finding and leveraging one big thing. A strong work ethic and the ability to handle difficult tasks are fundamental to achieving your goals. Building a meaningful and impactful relationship with your audience is key to long-term business success.

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Who Are You? (Klassic Kern) is an episode from Your Next Million with Frank Kern by Frank Kern - Direct Response Marketing Consultant and Business Coach.

This episode is 08:28 long.

This episode was published on Mar 10, 2026.

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