Terminal Value

In this episode, Doug speaks with Dan Sheil about the importance of connecting with the ‘person' on your team before interacting with them as an employee of the company.The corporate world can feel draining at times. There are lots of teams where work is completely transactional. The problem is that transactional work is NOT how the company gets the best from its people or how the people get the best from themselves and their career.Listen as Dan and I dig into this phenomenon and chart out a better way forward for leaders who truly believe in ‘People First.'If you want to connect with Dan on LinkedIn, click below:https://www.linkedin.com/in/dansheil/If you're a business leader who prioritizes people and the planet ahead of profits, please apply to be a guest on the show HERE. Guest Application Form This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.dougutberg.us

In this episode, Doug speaks with Kevin about the way he creates value in his careerDoug worked with Kevin at Intel in 2003, and has followed his career since then, observing the way he brings a genuine interest in human connection to his leadership style by bringing trust to the front of his interactions.If you want to know more about Kevin, click below:https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-mcclaughry/If you're a business leader who prioritizes people and the planet ahead of profits, please apply to be a guest on the show HERE. https://forms.gle/VLTgHs8sjJJRZ7kj7 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.dougutberg.us

In this episode, Doug speaks with Tim Lawson about operating a business with a consulting mindset.Doug and Tim have known each other for over 20 years and they have both worked in the consulting world at one point or another throughout their careers. In today's episode, they discuss how the principles of consulting can be brought into a traditional business to enhance its results.If you want to connect with Tim, click below:https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-lawson-portland/If you're a business leader who prioritizes people and the planet ahead of profits, please apply to be a guest on the show HERE. https://peoplefirstleaders.net This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.dougutberg.us

In this episode, Doug speaks with Andrew about how entrepreneurs create blessings for others at scale through business ventures.Doug and Andrew discussed If you want to know more about Andrew & Red Balloon, click below:https://RedBalloon.workConnect with Andrew on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/acrapuchettes/If you're a business leader who prioritizes people and the planet ahead of profits, please apply to be a guest on the show HERE. https://peoplefirstleaders.net This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.dougutberg.us

In this episode, Doug speaks with Neil about the parts of leadership that are hard … specifically when a company is going through layoffs.If you are a leader of people for long enough, you will go through times that aren't fun. This is especially true in the technology industry where layoffs cycles seem to happen every few years.The way you navigate these difficult times is what ultimately distinguishes you as a leader … It's easy to be in charge when things are going well, but it gets much more difficult when you're going through tough times.If you identified with Neil's message, you can help him to support veterans by clicking the link below:https://thefund.orgIf you're a business leader who prioritizes people and the planet ahead of profits, please apply to be a guest on the show HERE. https://peoplefirstleaders.net This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.dougutberg.us

In this episode, Doug speaks with Scott Zimmerman about the things you learn in business and life that people don't tell you about.Scott has spent multiple decades in the insurance industry and is sharing the insights he has learned with us in today's episode.If you want to know more about Scott, click below:https://TheScottZimmerman.comIf you're a business leader who is value-focused and puts your people first, please apply to be a guest on the show HERE. https://DougUtberg.us This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.dougutberg.us

In this episode, Doug speaks with Dan Winter about The Difference Between Groups and Teams.It turns out that one of the core things that Dan does at Altus Growth Partners is work with leaders to grow groups into teams. In fact, the team has published a book called 'Growing Groups Into Teams' that shares the real life stories of people who get results and thrive together. (Link below)https://growinggroupsintoteams.com/If you want to know more about Dan, click below:https://AltusGrowth.comIf you're a business leader who is value-focused and puts your people first, please apply to be a guest on the show HERE. https://peoplefirstleaders.net/guest Get full access to People First Leaders at www.dougutberg.us/subscribe

In this episode, Doug speaks with Vikki Espinosa about her experience with battling breast cancer.Doug met Vikki when they were both working at Intel Corporation. She brings a deep background in Finance, Accounting and Human Resources to this interview where she shares her lived experience and the things people can do to help their friends, co-workers and loved ones who are battling with cancer.If you want to know more about Vikki, click below:https://vikkiespinosa.comIf you're a business leader who is value-focused and puts your people first, please apply to be a guest on the show HERE. https://peoplefirstleaders.net/guest Get full access to People First Leaders at www.dougutberg.us/subscribe

In this episode, your host Doug Utberg speaks with Amanda Frank about what it really means to get deals done in the high pressure world of real estate and business mergers.Amanda and her husband run the Frank Law Firm in Long Island, NY … specializing in real estate and bankruptcy cases. In the interview, we discussed the ways that people frequently posture during negotiations and how to cut through that noise to generate results.If you want to know more about Amanda, click below:https://frankfirmpc.com/If you're a business leader who is value-focused and puts your people first, please apply to be a guest on the show HERE. https://peoplefirstleaders.net/guest This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.dougutberg.us

In this episode, your host Doug Utberg speaks with Simon Severino about building communities is the new method for sustainably marketing businesses. Simon helps client businesses to turbo charge their results, creating a backlog of customers, pricing power, faster sales cycles and lifetime customers. If you want to know more about Simon, click below: https://www.strategysprints.com/ If you're a business leader who is value-focused and puts your people first, please apply to be a guest on the show HERE. https://peoplefirstleaders.net/guest This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.dougutberg.us

In this episode, your host Doug Utberg speaks with Bryan Rutberg about injecting love into the way you lead your people. Bryan describes himself as a "Hippie with an MBA" and blends spiritual awareness with logical power to help his clients. If you want to know more about Bryan, click HERE. https://www.bryanrutberg.com If you're a founder or CEO who is value-focused and puts your people first, please apply to be a guest on the show HERE. https://peoplefirstleaders.net/guest

In this episode, your host Doug Utberg speaks with Angela Rakis about getting everybody involved in the sales process. Angela works with client companies to help them sell with confidence and realize their revenue potential. If you want to know more about Angela, click HERE. https://www.metissalessolutions.com/ If you're a founder or CEO who is value-focused and puts your people first, please apply to be a guest on the show HERE. https://peoplefirstleaders.net/guest

In this episode, your host Doug Utberg speaks with Scott Bee about how to eliminate (or at least reduce) the chaos in your business. Scott works with small and mid-sized business to help the owners reduce chaos and make more time for what matters. If you want to know more about Scott, click HERE. https://mybusinessonpurpose.com/ If you're a founder or CEO who is value-focused and puts your people first, please apply to be a guest on the show HERE. https://peoplefirstleaders.net/guest

In this episode, your host Doug Utberg speaks with Jess Cervellon about what real leadership really means, or Real Effing Leadership as we like to call it. Jess partners with client brands to take them through meticulously crafted, customer-centric journeys. If you want to know more about Jess, click HERE. https://jesscervellon.com/ If you're a founder or CEO who is value-focused and puts your people first, please apply to be a guest on the show HERE. https://peoplefirstleaders.net/guest

In this episode, your host Doug Utberg speaks with Nathaniel Harding about why people are assets in a business. Cortado Ventures is a venture capital fund that implements a unique model to increase the success rate for the founders they bring into their investment portfolio by growing their leadership teams. If you want to know more about Cortado Ventures, click HERE. https://cortado.ventures/ To connect with Nathaniel on LinkedIn, click HERE. https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathanielharding/ If you're a founder or CEO who is value-focused and puts your people first, please apply to be a guest on the show HERE. https://peoplefirstleaders.net/guest

In this episode, your host Doug Utberg speaks with Jessica Koehl about turning around distressed product teams. At 'The Product Consult' Jessica and her teams partner with businesses to help their product teams grow to the next level of effectiveness. If you want to know more about Jessica, click HERE. https://www.theproductconsult.com/ If you're a founder or CEO who is value-focused and puts your people first, please apply to be a guest on the show HERE. https://peoplefirstleaders.net/guest

In this episode, your host Doug Utberg speaks with Victoria Kennedy about how entrepreneurs can use their personal brand to grow their business without expensive advertising plans. Victoria's PR firm works with successful entrepreneurs to help them build their personal brands to grow their businesses. https://victoriouspr.com If you want to know more about Victoria, click HERE. https://victoriakennedyofficial.com/ If you're a founder or CEO who is value-focused and puts your people first, please apply to be a guest on the show HERE. https://peoplefirstleaders.net/guest

In this episode, your host Doug Utberg speaks with Dr. Ravi Iyer about empowering people and the narratives that happen inside our minds. Having been in a private medical practice for multiple decades, Dr. Iyer shares his experiences with how he empowers people to make his business thrive. If you want to know more about Dr. Iyer, click HERE. https://Linktr.ee/driyermd If you're a founder or CEO who is value-focused and puts your people first, please apply to be a guest on the show HERE. https://peoplefirstleaders.net/guest

In this episode, your host Doug Utberg speaks with Edrizio De La Cruz, Co-Founder & CEO of Arcus, about Edrizio inspiring life story of overcoming poverty and adversity.From selling guava on the streets to dropping out of the Air Force, he eventually found his path in finance and became an investment banker. Despite facing challenges and being told he couldn't succeed, Edrizio's determination led him to start a tech company aimed at revolutionizing remittance services.If you want to know more about Joe's work, click HERE.If you're a founder or CEO who is value-focused and puts your people first, please apply to be a guest on the show HERE.

In this episode, your host Doug Utberg speaks with Ray Blakney, CEO/Founder of Rayvensoft Ventures, about the importance of learning from bumps in the road.Ray shares his story of becoming an accidental entrepreneur. He talks about his background, growing up in various countries, studying computer engineering, and eventually stumbling into entrepreneurship. If you want to know more about Joe's work, click HERE.If you're a founder or CEO who is value-focused and puts your people first, please apply to be a guest on the show HERE.

In this episode, your host Doug Utberg speaks with Joe Schaeppi, CEO and co-founder of Solsten, about the importance of building human-first experiences and using technology to understand people better. Joe explains how adventure-based psychotherapy uses adventure settings and play to gain insights into individuals' psychology. He also talks about Solsten's focus on games as a means of understanding human behavior and promoting cognitive benefits. He emphasizes the accessibility of games and their positive impact compared to passive media consumption.If you want to know more about Joe's work, click HERE.If you're a founder or CEO who is value-focused and puts your people first, please apply to be a guest on the show HERE.

In this episode, your host Doug Utberg speaks with Wayne Mullins, Marketing Manager of Ugly Mug Marketing, about the importance of focusing on what truly matters in advertising and marketing, rather than getting caught up in the pursuit of cool designs or awards.Wayne also reveals a powerful strategy he used to grow his own business, which involved building a network of evangelists through small gestures of kindness and personal connection. Additionally, Wayne discusses his journey as a leader and how he overcame initial doubts about his ability to be a people-first leader. If you want to know more about Wayne's work, click HERE.If you're a founder or CEO who is value-focused and puts your people first, please apply to be a guest on the show HERE.

In this episode, your host Doug Utberg speaks with Joe Altieri, President of FlexScreen, about the significance of balancing growth with employee well-being and promoting a people-first approach in business for long-term success.Joe shares insights on leadership, operational execution, and fostering a healthy company culture, challenging conventional business paradigms. If you want to know more about Joe's work, click HERE.If you're a founder or CEO who is value-focused and puts your people first, please apply to be a guest on the show HERE.

In this episode, your host Doug Utberg speaks with Brandon Woodside, about the significant influence of effective leadership on organizations, emphasizing its positive impact and the harm caused by toxic leadership. Brandon draws from his experience in the nonprofit sector to highlight the unique challenges of leading unpaid or underpaid individuals and the importance of vision casting and communication in driving change and uniting teams towards shared goals.If you want to know more about Brandon's work, click HERE.If you're a founder or CEO who is value-focused and puts your people first, please apply to be a guest on the show HERE.

In this episode, your host Doug Utberg speaks with Greg Davis, Chief Executive Officer of Bigleaf Networks, about the drawbacks and benefits of a scattergram organizational structure that accepts remote work.Greg discusses his experiences navigating cultural divides in this remote-first era while leading a distributed team in Portland.If you want to know more about Greg's work, click HERE.If you're a founder or CEO who is value-focused and puts your people first, please apply to be a guest on the show HERE.

In this episode, your host Doug Utberg speaks with George Breiwa, the founder of DynaVap, about the value of having a purpose, developing personally, and giving others leadership opportunities. The conversation also touches on the connection between people and purpose as well as the benefits of following your passions.If you want to know more about George's work, click HERE.If you're a founder or CEO who is value-focused and puts your people first, please apply to be a guest on the show HERE.

In this episode, your host Doug Utberg speaks with Brandon Newman, Chief Executive Officer and Founder of Xevant, about his experiences and learnings on meaningful entrepreneurship, emphasizing ventures that solve problems and have a purpose. Brandon emphasizes the importance of empowering individuals via visionary leadership, placing a greater emphasis on human development than task-based management. Brandon's experiences serve as a reminder of the importance of humility, ongoing learning, and a commitment to generating value that goes beyond monetary gain.If you want to know more about Michael's work, click HERE.If you're a founder or CEO who is value-focused and puts your people first, please apply to be a guest on the show HERE.

In this episode, your host Doug Utberg speaks with Michael Roub, the Managing Partner and founder of Inflection 360, about putting the needs of customers and employees first, emphasizing the importance of employee value, empowerment, and successful communication.The episode examines cultivating a healthy culture, the effects of remote work, and the function of leadership. Additionally discussed are the significance of having a positive outlook on life, job advancement, and change adaptation.If you want to know more about Michael's work, click HERE.If you're a founder or CEO who is value-focused and puts your people first, please apply to be a guest on the show HERE.

In this episode, your host Doug Utberg speaks with Steve Lindsey, Founding Partner, Chief Technology Officer at LVT (Live View Technologies), about the founder's mindset. Steve discusses his everyday activities, the value of dependable collaborators, overcoming setbacks, and the essential traits of a founder's flexible and problem-solving mentality. If you want to know more about Steve's work you can email him at steve@lvt.comIf you're a founder or CEO who is value-focused and puts your people first, please apply to be a guest on the show HERE.

In this episode, your host Doug Utberg speaks with Glenn Poulos, the Vice President & General Manager of NWS Canada (formerly Gap Wireless), about his transition and shares insights from his book "Never Sit in the Lobby," offering 57 humorous tips for sales and business success. Glen talks about the GWS role appropriateness evaluation and emphasizes the importance of core values and the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) in attaining company goals. He also emphasizes the favorable impact of downsizing on profitability and the importance of coordinated teamwork and employee progress.If you want to know more about Glenn's work, click HERE.If you're a founder or CEO who is value-focused and puts your people first, please apply to be a guest on the show HERE.

In this episode, your host Doug Utberg speaks with Joey Haven, a Managing Partner of Strategic Growth at HORNE, about prioritizing people in leadership.Joey emphasizes deliberate activities consistent with the team's beliefs and culture and highlights the importance of building relationships with them.In order to encourage growth and resilience in organizations, he emphasizes the need for productive cultures, cautions against compromising on conduct, and promotes failing forward.If you want to know more about Joey's work, click HERE.If you're a founder or CEO who is value-focused and puts your people first, please apply to be a guest on the show HERE.

In this episode, your host Doug Utberg speaks with Rob Buffington, the Founder and CEO of Gordian Business Solutions, about the significance of genuine communication with employees, emphasizing time investment and authenticity. He emphasizes the importance of connecting with millennials and Generation Z by communicating a clear company "why." Rob believes that distant work necessitates improved communication tactics, such as direct inquiries and active feedback. He also underlines the increasing role of company values and the relevance of employee autonomy in defining the course of a firm.If you want to know more about Rob's work, click HERE.If you're a founder or CEO who is value-focused and puts your people first, please apply to be a guest on the show HERE.

In this episode, your host Doug Utberg speaks with Lisa Marie Platske, the founder of Upside Thinking, an award-winning leadership expert in human behavior, and a business coach, about fulfilling life's purpose by letting go of outcomes and societal expectations, embracing deep self-reflection, and finding meaning beyond titles and possessions.Lisa shares her journey of self-discovery, emphasizing the transformative power of trauma and adversity, and how aligning values with goals leads to personal and business growth.If you want to know more about Lisa Marie's work, click HERE.If you're a founder or CEO who is value-focused and puts your people first, please apply to be a guest on the show HERE.

In this episode, your host Doug Utberg speaks with Rohaan Khan, CEO & Founder of Orangetrail.io, and Eroslav Georgiev Co-Founder of Orangetrail.io, about the significance of precise product specifications, varied advertising strategies, and in-depth market research. they provide valuable insights on handling advertising bans and recommend starting from the problem and working backwards for successful entrepreneurship.If you want to know more about Orangetrail, click HERE.If you're a founder or CEO who is value-focused and puts your people first, please apply to be a guest on the show HERE.

In this episode, your host Doug Utberg speaks with Nate Lind, a business broke, about building businesses for sale, highlighting the benefits of SBA qualification for buy side deals.Nate emphasizes the significance of proper financials and buyer-seller alignment. He shares insights on selling businesses in the $2 million to $20 million range and offers advice on managing client retention during the selling process.If you want to know more about Nate's work, click HERE.If you're a founder or CEO who is value-focused and puts your people first, please apply to be a guest on the show HERE.

In this episode, your host Doug Utberg speaks with Ira Wolfe, President and Chief Googlization Officer, about the concept of a connected organization, emphasizing the importance of trust, genuine connections, and redefining work relationships for increased productivity and employee well-being. It challenges the idea of returning to traditional office environments and highlights the significance of having friends at work for employee retention. The episode also explores the impact of personal problems on well-being and the potential crisis in the banking sector leading to market dominance shifts and collapse for many companies.If you want to know more about Jenna's work, click HERE.If you're a founder or CEO who is value-focused and puts your people first, please apply to be a guest on the show HERE.

In this episode, your host Doug Utberg speaks with Sean Fahey, CEO of VidCruiter, about the importance of removing bias in any recruitment process. Sean believes that being aware of bias and taking steps to eliminate it is not just good practice, but also necessary to prevent legal problems. He underlines the need of asking the correct questions and following legal laws to achieve a fair and unbiased hiring process. If you want to know more about Sean's work, click HERE.If you're a founder or CEO who is value-focused and puts your people first, please apply to be a guest on the show HERE.

In this episode, your host Doug Utberg speaks with Jonathan Shroyer, Chief CX Innovation Officer at Arise Virtual Solutions, about the importance of creating daily value and prioritizing purpose in a service business over profit. He supports giving attention to people's mental health, encouraging community growth, and shifting financial resources to less well-known cities. Along with his own path, Jonathan talks about the rise of remote work, toxic positivity, diversity of thought, and the congruence of company principles and behavior. He encourages audiences to put purpose, empathy, and diversity first when creating successful, significant businesses.If you want to know more about Jonathan's work, click HERE.If you're a founder or CEO who is value-focused and puts your people first, please apply to be a guest on the show HERE.

In this episode, your host Doug Utberg speaks with Sharekh Shaikh, the Founder of CleverX , about the junction of technology, job, and personal fulfillment. They also explore the changing work landscape, the shift toward flexible work arrangements, and the potential consequences for organizations that fail to adapt. The conversation includes outsourcing patterns, the influence of COVID-19 on work, and advances in AI systems. Finally, they stress the significance of meaningful and flexible work arrangements in terms of employee satisfaction and productivity.If you want to know more about Sharekh's work, click HERE.If you're a founder or CEO who is value-focused and puts your people first, please apply to be a guest on the show HERE.

In this episode, your host Doug Utberg speaks with Jody Milward, founder of 2 multi 7 figure businesses and & Facebook Marketing Strategist, about the importance of investing in engagement and video campaigns, supported by strategic retargeting, for long-term success in advertising.Jody emphasizes the value of messaging optimization, data analysis, and ongoing ad optimization for successful outcomes in the dynamic advertising environment.If you want to know more about Jody's work, click HERE.If you're a founder or CEO who is value-focused and puts your people first, please apply to be a guest on the show HERE.

In this episode, your host Doug Utberg speaks with Adam Rosen, The Co-Founder of Email Outreach Company, about the power of cold emailing in reaching potential customers. Adam emphasizes the significance of time management and learning from failure, encouraging listeners to act and create progress rather than waiting for ideal conditions. Adam also offers helpful advice on how to write good emails, advising against using pleasantries and instead getting right to the point.If you want to know more about Adam's work, click HERE.If you're a founder or CEO who is value-focused and puts your people first, please apply to be a guest on the show HERE.

In this episode, your host Doug Utberg speaks with Angela C. Lalande, a successful founder and bestselling author, about her road to becoming a founder and authoring a best-selling book while dealing with weariness and failures. Angela recounts the difficulties she had as a founder, including her dread and concerns about her ability. She emphasizes the necessity of having a strong network and staying passionate about her writing. She also explores the concept of a lighthouse and how it became an important topic in her book. If you want to know more about Angela's work, click HERE.If you're a founder or CEO who is value-focused and puts your people first, please apply to be a guest on the show HERE.

In this episode, your host Doug Utberg speaks with Jenna Spencer the founder and visionary at Assist Pro, about the importance of delegation and how it can lead to success in the business world.Jenna talks about how she unintentionally started a business and used the Dash Method framework to establish a process for delegation that worked for her.If you want to know more about Jenna's work, click HERE.If you're a founder or CEO who is value-focused and puts your people first, please apply to be a guest on the show HERE.

In this episode, your host Doug Utberg speaks with Ron Story Jr about the importance of following a standard process, being accountable, and leading by example.This episode also encourages ethical leadership and the need for the coaching mastermind service industry to move towards ethical accountability.If you want to know more about Ron's work, click HERE.If you're a founder or CEO who is value-focused and puts your people first, please apply to be a guest on the show HERE.

In this episode, your host Doug Utberg speaks with Figs O'Sullivan, Couples Therapist and Relationship Coach, about the challenges of addressing relationship issues and how socialization can cause conflict with one's partner's needs. We also explore the significance of having empathy for the full scene of a couple's relationship, resolving current concerns before worrying about future fears, and prioritizing and preserving the relationship between parents for the sake of the entire family. If you want to know more about Figs O'Sullivan's work, click HERE.If you're a founder or CEO who is value-focused and puts your people first, please apply to be a guest on the show HERE.

In this episode, your host Doug Utberg speaks with Raine Mahdi, the Founder and CEO of Zipfox, about the current state of global manufacturing and the challenges faced by supply chains worldwide.Rain Mahdi's thoughts and experiences provide light on the issues faced by supply chains and the unique tactics required to successfully manage these obstacles. As the industry evolves, embracing adaptability and investigating alternative solutions will be critical for developing resilient supply chains in the future.If you want to know more about Raine's work, click HERE.If you're a founder or CEO who is value-focused and puts your people first, please apply to be a guest on the show HERE.

In this episode, your host Doug Utberg speaks with Louwki Coetsee from Netsurit about the world of technology and its impact on businesses and society. How technology can be both a powerful tool for growth and a significant threat to cybersecurity and the ethical implications of big tech companies like Facebook and the need for conscious decision-making in the tech industry.If you want to know more about Louwki's work, click HERE.If you're a founder or CEO who is value-focused and puts your people first, please apply to be a guest on the show HERE.

In this episode, your host Doug Utberg speaks with Nishika de Rosairo from HumanQ about accountability, self-awareness, and the power of resources, mentors, and coaches in achieving success and the importance of breaking free from others' expectations and pursuing goals that align with one's own desires while experiencing the power of now and feeling grounded in the present moment.Nishika's company, HumanQ, helps corporations develop winning mindsets in individuals through bite-sized learning and personal self-discovery.If you want to know more about Nishika's work, click HERE.If you're a founder or CEO who is value-focused and puts your people first, please apply to be a guest on the show HERE.

In this episode, your host Doug Utberg speaks with David VanGinhoven from Land Profit Generator about how to determine the value of land and the strategy used to acquire land offerings below market value. David is a real estate enthusiast who is fascinated by the potential of land flipping. He was inspired by a friend of his named Nancy, who made a fortune from flipping land. Despite the challenges of doing it without modern technology, he is convinced that land flipping is a lucrative opportunity that could provide him with the financial freedom he's been seeking. If you want to know more about David's work, click HERE.If you're a founder or CEO who is value-focused and puts your people first, please apply to be a guest on the show HERE.

In this episode, your host Doug Utberg speaks with John Briggs, Founder of Incite Tax, a multi-million dollar tax firm, and author of the books “The 3.3 Rule” and "Profit First For Microgyms," John advocates for true free-market capitalism and highlights the importance of lawful tax avoidance while distinguishing it from tax evasion. Additionally, we delve into the topic of tax write-offs and the impact of political factors on future tax changes.If you want to know more about John's work, click HERE.If you're a founder or CEO who is value-focused and puts your people first, please apply to be a guest on the show HERE.

In this episode, your host Doug Utberg speaks with Alex Brueckmann, a strategy facilitator, the founder and CEO of Brueckmann Executive Consulting, and the author of Secrets of Next-Level Entrepreneurs, about self-leadership.The episode covers many aspects of self-leadership, including recognizing gaps between what is valuable to you and what you actually do and understanding the importance of mindset and growth.If you want to know more about Alex's work, click HERE.If you're a founder or CEO who is value-focused and puts your people first, please apply to be a guest on the show HERE.