Intentional Disruption

Today I speak with two brothers I have known for over 25 years. Eric and Evan Matthews were former teammates and classmates who have persevered through significant adversity to be in the position to serve others in their chosen fields.  We discuss the path to overcoming early childhood trauma, putting in the work to achieve success, intentional parenting and how to accomplish growth in business while being present for your family.  Some of the content also relates to the currently wrapping Hollywood strike so I wanted to make sure I pushed this out prior to the launch of the new interview series.  This video is also available on Youtube: Eric is the owner of EDM Capital ( and manages assets for a very discerning client base. You can find Eric on Instagram and learn more here: Evan is an award winning filmmaker, director and consultant.  Evan is on Instagram you can also learn more about Evan here: You can connect with Mike here:  

Today's episode discussed how many ways there are to fund a business and some of the pitfalls I have noticed in the funding process.    I will also share some insights as I continue preparing for my collaboration with the University of Connecticut in August.  Please help the show by leaving a rating.  For additional information please connect with me here:

Today I am discussing the mindset behind my prep to be a presenter, panelist and judge for the University of Connecticut's Entrepreneural Bootcamp for Veterans.  My discussions with the attendees will relate to acquisition of businesses instead of going the start-up route.  Hopefully this episode gives you some good insights for your own ventures.  To connect with Mike and to schedule you can use the following:

In this episode of my podcast, the Intentional Disruption Podcast, I delve into the overwhelming feeling of having too much on my plate. I discuss the symptoms and common causes of this issue, emphasizing the importance of identifying the problem and being open to fixing it. I share a recent real-world example of a client who struggles with delegation and decision-making. Throughout the episode, I stress the significance of efficient processes and systems in business, highlighting the need for accurate documentation and up-to-date filings. I also address the challenges of dealing with stress and friction in business, drawing from personal experiences. I offer insights on setting expectations and overcoming adversity based on my own journey. To wrap up, I provide free resources on my website that listeners can access to enhance their own business processes.  

In this episode of the Intentional Disruption Podcast, I want to share with you a workshop that had a significant impact on me and can also benefit your business and personal circle. I recently reflected on my mentor, Ryan Niddel, and the exercise I went through to identify the people who would make my business better. I encourage you to think about the individuals you admire and respect, and the qualities they bring to the table. By identifying these key traits, you can create your own power list of attributes that empower you in your business. Let me share my own power list attributes with you and emphasize the importance of aligning your core values with your business practices. Thank you for subscribing and listening! If you would like to connect you can follow Mike here: You can book a call with Mike and access his free resources here:

In this episode of the Intentional Disruption Podcast, hosted by Mike Demo, he shares a story about the significant financial losses that can occur in a business due to easily fixable issues. Mike discusses two clients who have lost eight figures each in funding opportunities and millions of dollars in revenue. He highlights the importance of accountability and taking responsibility for one's actions or inactions. Mike also emphasizes the need for businesses to identify and address the core issues that hinder their growth. He offers his expertise in securing expansion capital and provides insights into leveraging resources for business success. Mike encourages listeners to reach out for assistance in resolving business challenges and promises to deliver impactful results.  To connect with Mike you can schedule time on his website You can also reach Mike on social media:

The Intentional Disruption Podcast, hosted by Mike Demo, explores a wide range of topics with a focus on personal growth, marketing strategies, and business insights.  In this episode, Mike discusses the lessons he learned from the book "The Choice Factory" by Richardson. He emphasizes the importance of understanding human behavior and leveraging the primitive brain to influence decision-making. Mike shares his unorthodox approach to marketing, highlighting the power of authenticity and imperfections in connecting with audiences. He also reflects on his own fallibility and the importance of understanding the psychology of the people he works with.   Connect with Mike here:

In another no frills episode Mike shares the key shifts made inside his clients businesses to generate $40m in sales this year.  In many organizations the simple and effective thing we do well becomes boring and we feel the need to innovate away. Mike's clients had some of this but also a few structural opportunites to increase efficiency and specificity in their outreach.  Take a listen to gather top tips that Mike has used to help his clients generate over $500m in sales.  As always you can reach out here:    

Today I want to discuss the critical relationship between the visionary (owner) and implementer inside of businesses. I will give real world examples from the week inside my consultancy and share why it is critical to have a good working relationship between these two roles.  Having a good implementer can drive your profit margin, overall profits and give you back quality of life as you step out from the day to day of your business.    You can connect with me here: https://www.growwithdelta.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-demo/ https://www.facebook.com/mike.demo/

Today is a day of reflection, gratitude and rededication. There are many who say this weekend should be a somber day.  I understand the feeling. So many do not understand the sacrifice of those who have served. Many take advantage of liberties not available in places we have fought.  Many in America are on a campaign to feel oppressed, to grade themselves on the number of intersections they can connect to that. I have struggled with these facts for many years. I have given keynote speeches at UCONN, Prudential and a few other places on the topic.  At the end of the day it is about gratitude for the time and space we shared with these heroes. It is about making sure their sacrifices were not in vain.  Hope you enjoy the episode today. 

In this podcast episode, I'm talking about the crucial art of asking questions the right way. Drawing from my extensive experience with social media groups on veterans and entrepreneurship, I dive into the importance of asking specific questions to get high-quality answers. I also shed light on how to avoid unhelpful or snarky responses, which can be a major hindrance in any quest for knowledge. But that's not all! As a seasoned consultant, I share some of the most insightful questions I ask my clients to help them navigate their business goals and overcome their challenges. As a bonus, I share a personal update and offer a motivating call to action for listeners to keep asking questions and seeking help in both their professional and personal lives. So buckle up, folks! This is a podcast episode you won't want to miss. You can connect with me here:

In the latest episode of my podcast, Intentional Disruption, I'm discussing equity in business. I talk about the potential problems that can arise when giving someone an ownership stake in your business, such as additional reporting and complicated buyout processes if the company is to sell. To illustrate this, I provide an example of how I structured an acquisition deal to retain a critical employee, without giving them a stake in the company. This helped reduce risk factors and ensured the business was not driven by personalities or individuals. I also suggest that businesses should standardize processes and delegate specialist knowledge to reduce the concentration of information within key individuals. As always you can reach me at: https://www.growwithdelta.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-demo/ https://www.facebook.com/mike.demo/

If I told you things always go to plan I would be lying. It doesn't happen in your business and sometimes it doesn't happen in mine as well.  In today's episode I will walk you through some of the friction that came up in side a potential acquistion and funding round.  Having solid fundamentals and operating procedures will help mitigate the damage unforeseen issues can deliver. The more sound your foundational processes the easier it is to adapt and overcome.  I hope you find value and are able to apply these lessons inside your business today.  As always you can reach me at:

No frills or music for this one. Today's episode is about taking accountability for the results of our business, relationships and every aspect of our being.  I had some setbacks recently that left me more stressed than I should be. To use current terms, I was a bit triggered by the results. I was frustrated, angry and I cussed quite a bit as I tried to clear up the issues.  I am sure you've been there too. It's a ache in your chest dealing with things that should be operating properly.  In my case there was a potential impact of $12 million in sales if I didn't get the issues solved. I spent a few hours stewing over all of this until I came back to the principle of accountability.    I hope this episode helps you inside your business! Connect with me here:

In this week's episode, I'll be answering a question from one of our listeners. I'll be sharing with you three indispensable apps that have transformed the way I manage scheduling and invoicing in my small business. These apps have helped me improve my business's efficiency and productivity, and I'm confident that they'll be of great benefit to you as well. So tune in and learn how to revolutionize your small business with these essential apps! Speaking of essential, here are the best ways to connect. As this episode shows, your feedback and questions are heard and answered.

In this episode I reflect on valuable lessons from the book "Built to Sell" by John Warrillow, and how he has applied these lessons to his marketing company. I emphasize the importance of reviewing and disrupting processes that are not serving the business efficiently and explain how the book provides useful tips to achieve this. I share an examples from the book about from big businesses such as Saab. I also discusses the five-step process for building a logo outlined in the book and how it can be applied to various businesses. Overall, this episode will demonstrate the importance of being intentional about analyzing and optimizing business processes for maximum efficiency and growth. Thank you for listening.  To connect with me:

If you are interested in acquiring or growing a business you have no doubt seen posts referring to "zero-down" business buying (or real estate) strategies. Many of these folks are great people but a significant portion are not what you may call credible.  There are very interesting ways to finance an acquisiton, this is not what we are debating here. What I want to share today is what you're actually getting going down this path. What seems good on the surface, buying a biz with no cash down, comes with significant dangers.  Many business owners that are open to these strategies are looking to rapidly exit. The question is why. Is this type of business going to have the systems and processes to allow for a smoothly running operation? Likely not. Do you have a team behind you that can help correct these systems? If not you're likely going to have issues post acquisiton.  If you have capital available for more traditional financing there are better ways to create opportunities. You will have the ability to acquire better businesses.  My team has relationships with vetted partners for each part of this process. We have the ability to enact the "zero down" strategies but its a better process to be able to invest some "skin in the game." Feel free to learn in the groups, Roland Frasier's program does do a great job of giving the information you need to do initial diligence on deal cash flow. There are others but I could not say i would recommend and I would not invest capital in the training.  If this episode intrigued you I am happy to share some great resources on the topic. Connect with me here for more info:

Business managers, we all know how hectic work can be, but have you ever thought about the importance of stepping back and focusing on what really matters? In this episode, I share my experience of taking care of my two young children while my wife was away for the weekend, and the lessons I learned can be applied to your business.   As a manager, it's essential to have a plan and be able to adapt when things don't go as expected. The parallels between this experience and nurturing relationships in the workplace cannot be ignored. As business managers, we need to be flexible and adaptable to the needs of our employees and customers, just as I had to adjust my approach to fit the needs of my children. Building strong relationships takes effort and planning, but the results are worth it.   By investing time and energy into nurturing relationships, we create a foundation for success and growth that can withstand any challenge that comes our way. So, take a step back from the hustle and bustle of work, and listen to my podcast episode for practical tips and inspiration to help you thrive in today's fast-paced business world.   Connect with Mike here:   #AuthenticSuccess #RealPrinciples #StreamlineProductivity #ReduceBureaucracy #StrongCommunityTies #ThrivingBusiness #PracticalTips #Inspiration #BusinessWorld #IntegrityInBusiness

In this podcast, I delve into the critical importance of staying true to your principles and keeping it real. With a captivating example of a business that charges large sums for advice yet lacks integrity and authenticity, I drive home the point that true success goes beyond the bottom line. Plus, I reveal the key to skyrocketing productivity and delivering outstanding results: streamlining your operations and reducing bureaucracy. And as a bonus tip, I share why it's crucial to ensure that employees' significant others view the company in a positive light to maintain strong ties with the community. Don't miss this episode that's chock-full of practical tips and inspiration to help you thrive in today's fast-paced business world! Connect with Mike below.  #AuthenticSuccess #RealPrinciples #StreamlineProductivity #ReduceBureaucracy #StrongCommunityTies #ThrivingBusiness #PracticalTips #Inspiration #BusinessWorld #IntegrityInBusiness #ProductivityHacks #BeyondTheBottomLine

In this podcast episode, I discuss a conversation I had with a social media influencer regarding their marketing strategy in which I point out the significance of generating sufficient revenue to avoid adopting a loss leader strategy. To achieve revenue neutrality, I go over optimization techniques like split testing and landing pages. Additionally, I share a story about a client who successfully negotiated a sponsorship deal and stress the importance of evaluating the potential return on investment. Above all, I emphasize the significance of prioritizing profit over revenue and advise against adopting a low-margin business model. As always please leave a review/ rating so we can help grow the tribe. Your reviews help other business owners and veterans find the tips and tools that can help them grow.  If you want to connect directly reach out to me here:

Ever made a mistake and wonder what the impact will be? Today I have the ability to show you.  As leaders we need to work to continually hone our craft. I had a conversation recently that reminded me of the critical role systems have inside business.  See I realized one of my clients who has seen what most would call good success while we have been working together should have been generating significantly more revenue and profit inside their business.  When we first began working together I did not ask enough questions. The issues we identified were real enough, the solutions we implemented worked just fine but there was a deeper level issue that was not exactly business related which needed solved.  Join me for an interesting lesson in why having that structured onboarding process makes a massive difference for your clients and their businesses.    If you found value in this episode please reciprocate and leave a review.  If you have additional questions and would like to connect you can reach me here:

In this episode, I reflect upon my struggle with accepting praise and acknowledging my wins. Despite receiving numerous awards and medals throughout my life, including in the military, as a franchise owner, and in the corporate world, I have never been comfortable with it. I often feel a sense of internal conflict, knowing that I am capable of performing better than almost anyone else but not feeling that I am personally better or worthy than anyone.  As I approach my best year in business, I find myself questioning whether I can be both hungry for more success and satisfied with my current accomplishments, and whether I can learn to accept the gifts that come my way.   I hope opening up about this helped give you perspective. So often we feel on an island with things. It shouldn't be that way.    If you'd like to connect you can reach us here:

In this podcast, I discuss the importance of saying "no" and the importance of simplicity in business. I share my own struggle with saying no and how I have seen clients struggle with the feeling of  being overwhelmed despite their success in their businesses. I emphasize the need for strategic management and ownership status where I look into the future and create a business that can sustain itself. I also talk about the "Holy Trinity" of serving myself, my family, and then others. I explain that doing something that does not serve me will not allow me to serve others and my legacy effectively. As a bonus I am including a free download of our Mission Statement and Core Values worksheet. We have helped clients generate immediate 6 figure revenue increases and this is the form that starts that process.    As always I appreciate your support. Last month was the best month the podcast has ever had. You can help me continue to spread the message by simply leaving a review or sharing the podcast with a friend.  You can reach me here:  

In this podcast, I reflect on reaching episode 100 and look back on key events that have shaped my path to today.   I share my personal journey from running a past business which failed due to my inability to delegate properly.  I discuss how working with my own coach revealed the cause of my problems. I look at how understanding my clients' stories is crucial in identifying the causes behind their areas of opportunity and how coaches who haven't run a business or experienced failure may struggle to empathize with their clients' fears. I am here to help small businesses not only avoid failure but accelerate growth. I share these takeaways in the hopes you will grow as well.    As always you can reach out and book time with me through the website or connect via social media.    If you found value in this podcast I need a favor. As I mentioned in the episode we are in growth mode and the way we can grow is through your feedback. Please rate and review so others may find the podcast. 

Today I discuss the interesting intersection of parenting and business ownership. One may thing they are divergent but they have quite a few similarities.  I will cover three main points, actionable items  and offer you a complimentary opportunity to create the company (or family) you have dreamed of.  For more information connect with me here:   Please do me a favor and leave a rating and review. I receive a ton of direct messages (much appreciated!) but the podcast will grow as we add more reviews.

Today I share a skill that has led to untold success in both sales and personal relationships.  Feeling heard is crucial to making a prospect decide to become a client. In this short episode I share the first secret to growing your closing percentage. For more information feel free to connect or book time on my calendar. 

Today I pose a question that is designed to help you create a massive shift in your business over the next 12 months.  All I need is your input. Please leave a review on itunes with whether you would like more tactical tips for your business or if you would prefer to hear from other successful business owners and what is working for them.  If you are not using itunes (i know many are not) you can connect with me here:

In this episode of the "Intentional Disruption" podcast, we discussed the benefits of using AI chat tools to save time and improve ROI for your advertising budget. We discussed how AI chatbots can automate repetitive tasks such as client scheduling on social media messenger apps, creating marketing plans, and posting on social media. By automating these tasks, business owners can focus on growing their business and spending time with their family. Additionally, we discussed how AI chat tools can enable better client click funnels, increase conversion ratios, personalize the customer experience, and provide valuable insights into customer preferences. By automating and optimizing the customer journey, AI chat tools can help to increase conversions and improve the customer experience, leading to a more sustainable and profitable business model. Finally, we would like to invite business owners to take advantage of the free tools offered by "The Delta Enhancement Group". Their website, , offers a wide range of solutions for standardizing and enhancing your business model, from HR functions to billing, scheduling, and client acquisition. With their help, you can streamline your business processes, save time, and grow your business. Don't hesitate, visit their website today and take the first step towards a more efficient and profitable business.

New year's goals already giving you anxiety? Business plan is already taking hits? Is your family life making you stressed out? The issue I faced for years is possibly the one you have too. It's that nasty cycle where we take a hit and push on. We're tough, we can deal with it later.... Today I draw a mental map of what that looks like, why it doesn't work and how a simple shift in mindset can vastly improve your business, health and family life.  I have been busy updating to provide free tools for your small business. Check out the link for access to some of the dropbox tools my $10k/mo clients use to rapidly grow their revenue.  You can also connect with me on social media:    

One of the major problems today's business owner faces is finding the right tools to grow and optimize your business.  Today I will share tools that I use to help grow my clients business (and my own) Whether its worksheets my clients use or digital branding tools I include it here.  Links below: Canva is the software you can use to create business cards, social media posts, banners and ads. I use it for all of my branding and social media images.  Calendly is a scheduling tool that is fantastic in free form and even better in paid. It allows for clients to schedule initial consultations, service calls and more. It integrates with your calendar, billing systems and more. It is easy to use and streamlines converting lookers into clients.  On my home page there is a link for my exclusive dropbox with worksheets my clients use to reframe and grow their business. They seem simple but they create a framework that has generated immediate clarity, direction and revenue.  For the worksheets simply scroll down on the home page to the working together section. The button for dropbox does not currently require an email capture. It will in the future. If you have any questions on implementing the forms click the schedule a call button on my site. I am happy to set a quick call to review.   

Today I pose a question that I had to ask myself years ago. It has come up multiple times in client conversations over the last few months and I wanted to share my thoughts.  I learned years ago that delegation properly accomplished allowed for greater success. I did it inside my role in the Marine Corps but I struggeld with it inside my business.    Take a listen to this short episode as I wallk through creating awareness and a resource that can help you make a shift inside your business.  P.S. Thank you to all the listeners who tuned in to the podcast in 2022. Our year end numbers were the best we ever had!   As always you can conenct with me here:

Happy new year! Today's eposide will take you on a detailed discussion of the keys to sucessfully implementing your plan to achieve success in 2023.  In 2022 my clients who followed this process averaged 25% growth with one achieving 41% growth. That is a multiple six figure increase in profits compared to prior years.  I break down the skills, processes and mindset that you can implement immediately to make more, work less and sleep better at night.  As always you can reach me here:

As Christmas approaches and the year is wrapping up I wanted to share an area of opportunity that I am working on.  I share this area of improvement because there is a good chance you have a similar one that you are struggling with.  Since my childhood I have had trouble expressing gratitude verbally. When I win awards I feel uncomfortable. I have been putting in the work, however, to create a pattern interrupt.  In this episode I discuss the shift I am making so you can implement a similar "Intentional Disruption" in whichever area of opportunity you identify.  We should not live lives where we cannot ask for help because "it's my responsibility" or "i'll figure it out" or better yet, "I'm not worth it".    I hope you have a fantastic week and look forward to connecting.   

Today I wanted to share the lessons learned from my work with 26 companies in 2022.  I will be covering some tips that have helped make deals run smoothly as well as the things that created massive friction points.  I discuss takeaways I have for what I need to improve on in 2023 and offer those shifted startegies up for you to use as well.   If you are part of a funding group, PE firm or Family office I would be happy to discuss a few of the vetted finance deals I am currently working on funding. Almost all of the principals are military veterans and working on growing small bsuinesses.  You can connect with me here and schedule time on my calendar:

Today I give 4 tips to ensure your 2023 is massively better than your 2022 results.  These 4 items are critical to ensuring your business accelrates into Q1 and beyond.  As always if you have questions feel free to reach out. 

Happy Thanksgiving!  I wanted to share a struggle I have been working on and today seemed the perfect day to bring it forward.  If you are listening today there is a chance there is stress and "things" weighing you down. Business, the economy, relationships.. they all carry weight.    This is a short episode on something I have struggled with and how I will be working through it. I hope it helps provide clarity and an opportunity to experience gratitude today. 

This week I volunteered as an instructor for Junior Achievement. It is a program to help teach America's youth about business, economics and how to upskill to get into the field you want as an adult.    In today's episode I discuss how the lessons delivered to this 5th grade class can make an inpact in your success for 2023.    To connect with me you can use these link:

Happy birthday to my fellow US Marines out there! On todays episode I won't be giving investment advice or offering securities but I do want to walk through what the interest rate market has done for new growth opportunities I have seen.    Without answers to this situation many small businesses will lack the growth capital needed to prosper through the next market cycle.    Educational topic but also one that brings home the negative impact of failed monetary policy at the federal level.    You can connect with me here:

Today I discuss one of the biggest things holding most business owners from the growth, revenue and life they have always wanted.  I was having a conversation with leadership at a Fortune 500 company regarding their technology suite. Similar to the main street business this company has a little bit of shiny object syndrome. In saying that some may think it is a dig. It is simply a asssesment of current state. Even if the technology is not ideal, the execution of process and the people managing it matter more than the widget.  This is not a situation where shame or guilt should come in to play. Ego also can be left to the side. Take an honest look at your core process. In the episode I use client onboarding as the example. If that process is not flawless and simple no amount of awesome widgets on the back end will lead to referral business.  My invitation is to focus the rest of this year on one key area of your business. Get it to where it executes at a flawless level.. and ensure that does not change.  You never see a house last when it was built on a shaky foundation. In business the same holds true. I want you to be successfull. It starts with perfect execution of the basics.   

Today's podcast comes on the heels of a dear family friend passing a few days ago.  My message relates to your personal life but it has implications inside of your business as well.  When I ran my first business I tried to outthink my competition. I tried to dedicate more time and resources to the 5% activities. It turnes out the blocking and tackling of business that made up 80% of revenue were where my business needed the work.  In life we talk about wanting to do more, be more but we miss the things that make this experience worth it.  Too often we live in a head based model instead of a heart based model. Not getting all woo-woo here but there is a reason we have songs and stories going back thousands of years talking about trusting your heart.  If you enjoyed the episode please leave a review. It takes a second or two and makes a difference in our push to grow from a top 10% podcast to a top 5% podcast.  You can follow me here:   You can reach out to my team here: 

Good morning You may notice that this episode did not come out on Monday. Today I am going to share some very personal behind the scenes information on what's happening at the Demo household.  My goal in doing this is to help you understand the process of managing chaos and incertainty in your family, your business and your health (or your child's health) I hope this provides value and I appreciate the kind words so many of you have sent in my social messengers. 

Today's episode comes off the heels of my son carrying a 104* fever for a week. Personally it was very tough and exposed some breakdowns in process and communication. In business it took everything and put the emergency brakes on.    Shifting from the darkness to to the light requires work. As you get better at it it can take seconds. It used to take me a month. Flowing from anger/fear/dark to gratitude/love/abundance is an important growth step.  In my first business I had trouble recognizing the signs and allowed it all to build up. Now I can usually see it coming and course correct. Today's story is one to help you become aware of it so you can flourish as well.  Please leave a review of this episode, we recently hit top 10% globally for business and want to keep the message growing.  If you have questions on the content, your business or would like to be a guest please connect with me. You can email If you would like to follow the process feel free to connect  

Today I discuss the importance of having a fantastic partner in life to help enrich every other function of life.  I discuss the value of open an honest conversation in a relationship and being able to find the common mission. That mission can be kids, health, business or any shared end goal.  There are infinite reasons this partnership is important to your business life. What I have found is many businesses will mirror the life of their founder. If the house is in disarray the business probably is too.    When you finish the episode let me know what you think with a quick review on itunes, amazon, spotify etc. The podcast is top 10% globally and we would love to grow our reach.    you can reach my team at  

In a rare occurance I had to record this one a few times. The lessons and takeaways are extremely timely but the analogy honestly made me frustrated as I saw the white house response to Hurricaine Ian.  In "super storm" Sandy I had to pull a woman and her car out of the storm surge. She had been sitting there waiting for a tow truck for hours. She expected someone to come save her because she was of means.  In life and business you need to put the plan in place to execute. You have to be able to assess your situation and see whether you are on the path you want.  If not you need to bring on help to allow you to continue. I wish I had received that advice when my business started faltering. In today's episode I help you see that there is a path forward. 

Today I share lessons from my trip to Salt Lake City. I met with Tim Grover author of "Winning" and 'Relentless". He was the performance coach for Michael Jordan, Dwanye Wade and Kobe Bryant. He discussed the reasons the elite performers in life operate on a different level than 99% of other people. He shared the mindset required to move from average to elite.  I also share how I implemented some of the lessons he shared in real time.  Towards the end of the podcast I discuss how some of these lessons are being applied inside my consulting practice and the results we are generating.  If you have a question for me I now have an inbox for you. is an easy way to reach my team.  You can get more information on You can connect with me on social media:  

Today I explore how picking up a entertainment center for the playroom can grow your business massively.  I will discuss the concept of leverage inside your business and its proper implementation.  We will dive into the two key players on the leadership team of elite businesses and how you can execute that playbook.  We also discuss how important it is to implement, especially if you are a parent.    If you would like to learn more reach out to my team or myself.  You can email us at: Our website is you can connect with me here:

There is now a generation who does not remember 9/11. That means they cannot remember 9/12 either.  Today I want to have a heart to heart on what has changed and what needs to change to bring back the unity we held so dear on that day.  This isn't a political episode as both sides have done wrong, but I will talk about who you should avoid based on the idea of personal agency. (it isn't who you think)  If you find value in this conversation let me know.  rate/review, message me on social media or connect on my website

Today's eposide with Joe Meisch provides insight into the iterative process of manufacturing and invention. There are a lot of takeaways you can use in your business as you consider a new product or service.  Joe created the Temple Massager to fill a gap he identified in the market. His device has been shown to help by commanders in Afghanistan, the VA and numerous first responder groups.  He discusses how he was looking to solve the strain he was feeling in the temporal area (you probably felt this too, pain in the head and neck, tension headaches, tight jaw etc)  He looked for a commercially available solution and it did not exist. Because there was no option on the market he took the time to create the solution.  His discussion on getting proper advice in business for mold making is very germane to your business as you decide on new offerings to bring to market.  Check out his site, . Full disclosure I have no financial incentive for any purchases you may make. I am simply spreading the word on a veteran owned business that provides a solution for the community.    If you would like to connect with me you can do so here:   Please rate the show so we can grow our reach to other business owners!

On this Labor Day I share thoughts on the role of the business owner in creating a culture of empowered growth.  Over the last few years corporate America has been on a crusade that isn't aligned with the beliefs of the majority of Americans. Are you actually hurting your corporate culture by imposing these beliefs on your organization? I know one fortune 500 company (and I can imagine there are many I am not aware of) having significant retention issues, engagement issues and a culture where employees like each other but feel like they are not in alignment with corporate leadership. If this episode offends your sensibilities we should have a conversation about why that is.  If you are a business owner dealing with retention issues some of what I cover today is likely a part of the solution.    Feel free to connect with me via my site:

Today I start a conversation on how elite businesses guide their clients through the scheduling experience.  As you listen assess where your business falls with the processes I mention. No shame or guilt, where you are is simply a starting point.  The companies that implement the processes discussed will be the ones that thrive in this next season. It will be the difference between millions in addtional revenue and needing to do layoffs.  As always feel free to reach out with questions. You can connect with me on my website   I can also be reached here:   The 2022 Veteran Podcast Awards voting is still going. You can vote daily here:   If you found value please also rate the podcast, we want to help more business owners thrive and build their communities. 

Today I wanted to get a little vunerable and discuss the stories of growing up in an entrepreneurs family when it isn't going right.  We had a bit of a scare and I had to bring my wife to the emergency room. Quite a bit happened and it brought back some feelings and memories.  I wanted to share today because it reminded me of times and things from my past that may help you gain perspective. You see we had someone pass at the ER and it triggered the memories of my step-dad passing.  It reminded me of some of the failures that were exposed upon his death. These are things that could easily have been rectified and planned for.  If you own a business or have a family there are mission critical contingencies that you need to have in place. The cost compared to the protection you provide is minimal.  While I will not write out the specific policies and financial plans here (Thanks SEC!) please consult a competent financial advisor to discuss. *I do review these processes with my consulting clients* I hope this episode gives you pause. More importantly I hope it makes you take action. It only takes an hour to ensure your legacy is preserved. While it takes a little longer to do so for your business it is also a worthy venture.    If you found value please do me a favor. The 2022 Veteran Podcast Award voting is still running. You can vote daily for my podcast. The link is here:   Please also leave a rating on this platform as it helps us spread the word.    If you would like to connect you can find me on: LinkedIn: Facebook: Also you can schedule time with me on my website: