The Carbliss Cocktail Revolution: The Power of Focus and Zero-Carbs! with Adam Kroener, CEO and Co-Founder.

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Today, Adam Kroener, CEO and Co-Founder of Carbliss, the revolutionary cocktail-in-a-can brand with its zero-carb, zero-sugar, and low-calorie beverages, joins us as we explore the power of focus, the art of successful expansion, and the impact of strategic decision-making on economic success.

In this episode, you will witness the extraordinary journey of Carbliss, a brand that proves the immense power of focus and strategic decision-making. Their commitment to providing a healthier cocktail option, supporting their partners' success, and leveraging valuable data has catapulted them to the top of the Ready-to-Drink cocktail market. As you embark on your own entrepreneurial endeavors, remember the lessons from Carbliss Drinks, and always keep the ball rolling, just like they did on their path to success.

Episode Highlights:

1. The Carbliss Journey: 0 Carbs, 0 Sugar, 100 Calories – Loaded with Flavor!

   • Discover how Carbliss Drinks started and how its unique focus on health-conscious consumers led to its widespread popularity.
   • Learn about the "go big or go home" strategy that entrepreneurs face and how Carbliss's targeted approach helped them stand out.

2. Defining Success by Economic Impact: A Profitable Partnership

   • Explore Carbliss's approach to defining success not just by sales numbers but by the economic impact they have on their partners.
   • Understand how this focus on partner success contributes to Carbliss's rapid growth and market presence.

3. Spotting Opportunities and Building Relationships: The Spotted Cow Example

   • Discover how Carbliss leveraged data and hyper-focus to expand into new markets, taking inspiration from the success of the Spotted Cow in Wisconsin.
   • Learn how strategic packaging choices have played a pivotal role in boosting Carbliss's sales and consumer appeal.

4. The Bartender's Advantage: Selling into Bars

   • Explore how Carbliss's founder, Adam, leveraged his bartending background to establish strong relationships with bars and create a thriving sales and sampling revenue stream.
   • Understand the consumers' preference for buying at bars vs. retail stores and how Carbliss maximizes their presence through point-of-sale strategies.

5. Bootstrapping and Beyond: Carbliss's Path to Success

   • Uncover the story of Carbliss's humble beginnings and how they managed to bootstrap their way to success with limited resources.
   • Learn about the pivotal role of Dale Carnegie's principles in fostering meaningful connections and driving Carbliss's growth.

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