Podcasts about building a business

What happens when you stop treating photography as an expensive hobby and start treating it as a business that can truly change lives?In this inspiring conversation, Julie Atlas of Julie Atlas Photography shares her journey from teacher to full-time photographer and how learning to value her work, understand her numbers, and create deeper client connections transformed her business.In this episode, Julie shares:Why beautiful photography alone isn't enough to build a profitable businessHow she learned to charge what her work is truly worthThe mindset shift that helped her stop undervaluing herselfWhy your clients should feel heard, respected, and seenHow a profitable photography business allows you to give back and make a bigger differenceWhy surrounding yourself with the right people can completely change your business trajectoryHow to build a photography business around joy, purpose, and profitIf you've ever struggled with pricing, confidence, or wondering how to build a business without losing the passion that brought you to photography in the first place, this conversation is for you.You can now join us for seven days for just $7 and see what the Inner Circle community is all about.JOIN FOR 7 DAYS FOR JUST $7

In today's #podcast, I interview Harrison Tash. I ask Harrison about his book Exit Without Leaving. I also ask Harrison to share how leaders have misconceptions about growth. Harrison also shares with you how leaders can unintentionally become bottlenecks for their own business.   Show Notes and Resources.   Want to be a guest on Inspired Stewardship? Send Scott Maderer a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/scottmaderer

Designed to Profit Stories - Summer Series - Part 10 of 13 Have you reached a point in life where you've checked all the boxes, taken care of everyone else, built a career or business... and still feel like something is missing?In this episode of the Designed to Profit Stories Series, I'm joined by Human Design coach, author and speaker Suzanne Arjona, whose work helps women in midlife reconnect with themselves and build lives that truly fit who they are.Suzanne shares how discovering Human Design completely changed the way she approaches coaching, why she stopped trying to force herself into a group coaching model that never felt right, and how embracing her natural design allowed her to build a business on her own terms.We also dive into emotional authority, the challenges of being a Manifesting Generator, writing books, building community on Substack, and why your business should support your life—not consume it.If you've been feeling like you're entering a new chapter but can't quite put your finger on what's changing, this conversation is for you.In this episode we discuss:Suzanne's journey as a 6/2 Emotional Manifesting GeneratorWhy rest is essential—even for high-energy entrepreneursLiving through the three distinct life phases of a 6th Line profileHow Human Design helps women navigate midlife transitionsLearning to trust Emotional Authority when making decisionsWhy forcing yourself into business models that don't fit creates burnoutThe freedom of returning to one-on-one coachingBuilding a business around your natural strengths instead of industry expectationsSuzanne's four-book author journeyWhy she chose Substack for her podcast, writing and communityThe power of creating a business that supports your life—not the other way aroundHow Designed to Profit helped her align her messaging with the people she's truly here to serveAbout Suzanne ArjonaSuzanne Arjona is a Human Design coach, author, speaker and guide for women navigating life's transitions. She helps women in midlife reconnect with themselves, discover what truly matters, and create lives they genuinely want to wake up to using Human Design as a practical tool for everyday living.She is the author of several books, including Finding Balance, Finding Truth, Declutter for Life, and a mindfulness journal, with a fourth book on navigating midlife through Human Design currently in progress.Connect with SuzanneWebsite: SuzanneArjona.comSubstack: Suzanne ArjonaInstagram: @suzannearjonaReady to build a business that actually fits who you are?Too many entrepreneurs spend years trying to force themselves into business models that don't match the way they're naturally designed to work.Inside Designed to Profit, we take a different approach.You'll learn how to build your offers, messaging, marketing and customer journey around your Human Design, while creating sustainable systems that allow your business to support your life—not take it over.Whether you're building one-to-one services, memberships, courses or something completely unique, you'll have the strategy, support and community to do it your way.Join us here: https://www.vickiedickson.com/designed-to-profit

What does it take to build a business that is financially prepared for growth, opportunity, and eventually an exit?At the ATLVets Tampa Speaker Series, Ray Busler and Thomas Lind of CliftonLarsonAllen (CLA) joined the conversation to break down the financial decisions business owners often overlook.From building strong accounting practices and choosing the right business structure to tax planning, QSBS opportunities, advisor alignment, due diligence, and exit preparation, this conversation is packed with practical insights for founders and privately held business owners.Chapter Segment:00:00 – Welcome and Thomas Lind's Veteran Story02:15 – Meet Ray Busler of CLA03:44 – Why CLA Focuses on Privately Held Businesses05:40 – Supporting Business Owners Through Growth11:07 – What Small Businesses Actually Need From a CPA16:58 – Accounting Discipline and Planning Ahead18:25 – Choosing the Right Business Entity19:12 – Qualified Small Business Stock and Exit Planning21:03 – S Corporation vs. C Corporation22:55 – Why Your Professional Advisors Need to Be Aligned26:04 – Tax Credits and Business Incentives27:45 – Get Your Advisors in the Same Room30:16 – What Size Businesses Does CLA Work With?32:04 – Preparing for the Business Exit34:45 – Due Diligence and Protecting Business Value36:40 – Estate and Succession Planning37:22 – Audience Q&A39:06 – Why Financial Discipline Matters Long Term40:39 – Tax Strategy vs. Financing Readiness42:08 – Understanding What Your Business Is Really Worth42:40 – Turning Financial Data Into Better Decisions43:37 – Remote Employees and Multi State Tax Exposure45:52 – Closing Remarks The biggest lesson? The decisions you make early can have a major impact on the value you create later.Watch the full conversation and hear how experienced advisors think about building a stronger financial foundation for your business.

In this episode, Rick interviews John Moncrieff, Head of Community and Purpose at the Small Giants Community, an international community dedicated to helping purpose-driven business leaders build companies that prioritize people, values, and long-term impact. Originally from South Africa and now based in Switzerland, John draws from decades of entrepreneurial experience to help founders create businesses that thrive without requiring their constant involvement.John shares how his early experiences of freedom and inequality shaped the values that continue to guide his work today. He reflects on building and scaling a successful business in South Africa, the challenges he faced when preparing to sell it, and the realization that being at the center of every decision had ultimately limited the company's value and his own freedom. This episode is a MUST-LISTEN!

You built something successful. And it almost cost you everything.Lacey Newman spent 20 years building a luxury real estate team that crossed $1 billion in sales. She was the go-to agent in Nashville, had a team that ran like clockwork, and checked every box on paper. Then she walked away — on purpose, at the peak — because she realized being successful at something and being meant for it are two very different things.In this episode, Donald Thompson sits down with Lacey to unpack the real cost of building a business on availability, hustle, and the fear of disappointing other people — and what it actually takes to build one that doesn't break you in the process.Inside this episode:• Why the first time Lacey stepped away wasn't burnout — it was a failure to launch, and what that distinction means for high-achieving women• The mental load women carry that most leadership frameworks never account for• Why "I don't have enough time" is never really a time problem• The three-category priority framework: purposeful, personal, and professional — and why most leaders have them completely upside down• How Lacey trained her clients to respect her boundaries without ever sending a single announcement email• Why a beautiful place to start a business is an impossible place to scale one• What AI (and a lot of weekend Claude maxing) is doing for Lacey's business right nowResources mentioned:• Rise Higher coaching — laceynewman.com• AI for Ambitious Women workshop (free, Aug 25) — go.laceynewman.com/ai-for-ambitious-women-workshop• Follow Lacey on Instagram — @heylaceynewmanDonald Thompson LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donaldthompsonjrDonald's Newsletter & Substack: https://substack.com/@donaldthompsonjrDonald's Books: https://donaldthompson.com/books-resources/Stay connected with Donald: Get his newsletter packed with actionable insights and the kind of straight-talk leadership intelligence that helps build authority, drive performance, and stay ahead of what's coming next: donaldthompson.com.

In this episode Dani and I discuss how it is possible to have your dream career even if it doesn't exist!Building a business from the ground up takes a lot of the same ingredients needed in a successful stripping career! It's not all pretty, and that's all part of it! The challenges, the grit, and the self belief! The going for it without guarantee and then of course, the creativity and reward! This was such a fun episode, we hope you enjoy!Dani and I are hosting a collab workshop in Brisbane! September 6th! 4-8pm Where Dani is teaching a 90 minute stripper flow workshop!And I (Wendy) will be sharing a 2 hr interactive workshop on all things hustle! Snacks, fun times and your one stop stripper workshop!Tickets available HERE: https://bookeo.com/dani_dance?devent=231ULLR4T19FD6321367_2026-09-06_OxfH5IIKyCHgFind Dani on Instagram (She creates frequent, unique and sell out dance classes in Brisbane) HERE: https://www.instagram.com/dani.o_dance?igsh=MWpvYjNsOXk0ZXYzeA==&igsi=MWpvYjNsOXk0ZXYzeA==Find me on Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/stripology_studyofthehustle?igsh=MTBxOTUycWg2dnlxNQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr

Tired of ADHD strategies that don't work? Start with my this training: Stop Trying to “Fix” Your ADHD. You're Not Broken: https://programs.tracyotsuka.com/sign-up_____“Why can't I just?” was the question Clare Edwin kept coming back to.Why can't I just answer that email? Why can't I just leave the house on time? Why can't I just do the ordinary things everyone else seems to manage?Clare grew up in Nigeria, studied aeronautical engineering, earned a master's in mathematical modelling, worked as a quality engineer, and became a secondary school maths teacher. She was rated a good teacher, but behind the scenes, she was struggling. The same pile of books came home to be marked night after night and went back untouched. Eventually, the demands of teaching contributed to repeated episodes of depression, and she left the profession.While off work, Clare started making beaded bracelets on her coffee table, mostly to get herself off the sofa. That small beginning became Lollamac, the jewellery business she still runs fifteen years later.Her ADHD diagnosis did not come until 2021, after a woman in her business group described her own experience and Clare found herself mentally ticking off the same traits.If you have ever worked hard, looked capable from the outside, and still felt like you were falling short, you will recognise yourself in this one.ResourcesWebsite: https://www.lollamac.co.ukInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lollamac_Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lollamacSend a Message: Your Name | Email | Message Explore more from me:

What makes one studio worth hundreds of thousands of dollars more than another—even when both generate the exact same revenue and profit?In this episode of the Female emPOWERed Podcast, Christa Gurka breaks down the real factors that determine the value of your boutique fitness, Pilates, or wellness business. Drawing from her own experience selling Pilates in the Grove in 2025, Christa explains why the most valuable businesses aren't necessarily built by the best instructors—they're built on systems, leadership, profitability, and predictability. In this episode, you'll learn: Why owner dependence dramatically reduces business value  The difference between owning a business and owning a job  How buyers evaluate boutique fitness and wellness businesses  Why recurring revenue matters more than top-line sales  The role systems and SOPs play in increasing valuation  How to identify the bottlenecks keeping your business dependent on you  Why leadership layers and delegation are essential for long-term growth  The concept of "exit without selling" and how to achieve true time freedom  The hidden cost of being the person who makes every decision The three levers that increase business value:1. Reduce owner dependencyIf your clients, revenue, and day-to-day operations all depend on you, buyers see risk. The less your business relies on the owner, the more valuable it becomes.2. Build recurring, documented revenueMemberships, clear pricing, documented systems, and repeatable processes create predictability and make your business more attractive to both buyers and future leaders.3. Create a leadership layerA strong second-in-command and clearly defined roles allow your business to thrive—even when you're not in the room.Key takeawayWhether you plan to sell your business someday or keep it forever, the process is the same: build systems, develop leaders, document your operations, and remove yourself as the bottleneck.The businesses that create true financial freedom are the ones that can operate successfully without the owner being involved in every decision. Resources mentioned in this episodeElevate to Exit: christagurka.com/elevateFit Biz Accelerator: christagurka.com/acceleratorOperational Scorecard: christagurka.com/operationalscorecardIf this episode resonated with you, share it with another studio owner who wants to build a business that's profitable, sustainable, and valuable—whether they ever plan to sell it or not. 

What if boundaries aren't walls?What if they're simply decisions you've already made about what matters most?In this episode of the Be Fabbo Podcast, Bobbi explores why resentment isn't a sign that you're failing. It's information. A quiet signal that something you've been giving no longer reflects what you truly want to give.Drawing from her own experience of building a business through generosity, Bobbi shares how redefining boundaries transformed the way she serves others without losing herself in the process.Through Building What Matters Most, the conversation experience powered by the Motivated To Be FABBO™ Framework, this episode invites you to stop seeing boundaries as limitations and start seeing them as protection for the life you're trying to build.In this episode you'll discover• Why resentment is valuable information• How boundaries make generosity more genuine• Why decisions made in advance reduce burnout• How protecting what matters most allows your business to flourishBecause boundaries don't keep people out.They protect what's most important.Let's keep the FABBO convo going, send me a text!Support the showThank you for being a FABBO listener and supporting the Be Fabbo Podcast

What happens when you spend 27 years building a career in healthcare, then decide to bet on yourself and build something of your own? For Steve Ruiz, it meant leaving the comfort of a long career, trusting his instincts, and turning a passion for Puerto Rican food into a growing family business.On this episode of I'm An Artist, Not A Salesman, host Luis Guzman sits down with Steve Ruiz, co-owner of Mama D's Empanadas, to talk about entrepreneurship, Puerto Rican culture, family, risk, resilience, and what it really takes to build a business from the ground up.Steve's journey is anything but predictable. Growing up in Bushwick, Brooklyn, he dreamed of playing professional baseball and even had an opportunity to try out with the Minnesota Twins. After suffering a serious knee injury and experiencing a heart attack at just 18 years old, his path took a completely different direction. He eventually found his way into the medical field, where he spent 27 years working at Hospital for Special Surgery.But while Steve had a stable career, he and his wife, Diana, were building something on the side. What started as a food truck grew over six or seven years, introducing customers throughout New Jersey to authentic Puerto Rican empanadas and cuisine. Eventually, people kept asking the same question: Where can we get your food all the time?That question helped push Steve and his family toward opening Mama D's Empanadas, a brick-and-mortar restaurant in New Jersey. Making that leap wasn't easy. Leaving a 27-year career meant giving up security, taking on risk, learning an entirely new industry, and figuring out how to run everything from food preparation to equipment repairs and customer service.Steve explains why he believes failing is easier than succeeding. Failure can teach you what went wrong and give you another chance to improve. Success brings a different challenge: figuring out how to repeat it and keep moving forward. That mindset has helped Steve approach entrepreneurship with patience, accountability, consistency, and a willingness to learn.A major part of the conversation is the importance of Puerto Rican culture and storytelling through food. Steve isn't simply selling empanadas. He's sharing the food, traditions, memories, and family stories behind them. Mama D's is designed to make people feel at home, whether they're Puerto Rican, Latino, or someone experiencing Puerto Rican cuisine for the first time.Puerto Rican food and culture as a foundation for building a businessLeaving a 27-year healthcare career to pursue entrepreneurshipGrowing from a food truck into a brick-and-mortar restaurantWhy consistency and quality matter more than gimmicksLearning from customers and constantly developing new empanada flavorsThe importance of research before taking a major financial riskWhy Steve chose to buy the building instead of simply signing a commercial leaseBuilding a business that can become part of the family's long-term legacyThe conversation also gets personal. Steve talks openly about fatherhood, raising his children, and the lessons he shared with his daughter before she entered the U.S. Space Force. His daughter went on to become a cybersecurity expert working with satellites, while his son built his own career in Connecticut. Steve's approach is simple: give your children the tools and guidance they need, but don't force them into the family business. Let them create their own path.Listen to IAANAS Podcast: I'm An Artist, Not A Salesman, hosted by Luis Guzman, for real conversations about creativity, business, culture, personal growth, and the messy road to building a life on your own terms.

What does it really take to scale a financial planning firm?In part two of our conversation with Laura Pearson, founder of Storeton Rose, we explore the systems, people and leadership decisions that have fuelled the firm's growth.Laura shares how client experience has become their biggest marketing channel, why hiring the right people matters more than hiring the most experienced, and the challenges every founder faces as a business grows beyond them.We also discuss how AI is changing recruitment, building a high-performance culture, and the operational rhythms that keep the business moving.In this episode:Why client experience drives referralsBuilding a team that can scale with the businessThe founder bottleneck and knowing when to let goHow AI is changing hiring decisionsCreating systems that support long-term growthLeadership lessons from scaling Storeton RoseWhether you're building your first advice firm or leading a growing business, this episode is packed with practical insights from someone who's doing it today.

Schedule a Meeting with Joshua TODAY!Most contractors start their business because they love the work. But at some point, the work changes.You go from mowing lawns, building outdoor spaces, or serving customers to managing people, sales, finances, systems, and growth. That transition is where many business owners get stuck.In this episode, Joshua Gillow talks with Brian Clayton, founder of GreenPal and former owner of Peachtree, a landscaping company that grew to over $10 million in annual revenue before being acquired. Brian opens up about the lessons he learned scaling his landscaping company, the painful process of removing himself from daily operations, and how those experiences led him to build GreenPal, a platform now connecting homeowners with lawn care professionals across the country. This conversation dives deep into what it really takes to build a company instead of simply creating another job for yourself.You'll learn: How to create a value proposition that separates you from competitors  Why your customers hold the answers to your biggest business challenges  How to build systems that allow your company to operate without you If you are ready to stop being trapped inside your business and start building something bigger, this episode is for you.Ready to get your copy of The CORE 10? Check it out HERE!Connect with Joshua at:The WebsiteThe Facebook GroupSales Master ClassesHow to work with Joshua - https://yes.express/apply/Tune into this podcast where a seasoned craftsman shares expert communication skills, strategies for overcoming stress and overwhelm, and insights on building a profitable business in landscaping and hardscaping, with tips on how to sell, close more deals, and achieve financial freedom to retire early as a successful business owner in the design/build and outdoor living industry. Music from #Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/puncherLicense code: AWUDIYK15E3NWYPK

Did you like the episode? Send me a text and let me know!! At 20 years old, Todd Kuhn signed a $100,000-per-year commercial lease with no loans, no outside money, and no formal business experience — just a Pilates-teaching girlfriend, a handful of community hall classes, and a gut feeling that there was a market. What came next was a business built class by class, location by location, all the way to an international product operation now expanding across the United States. In this episode of Undiscovered Entrepreneur: Get Across the Start Line, Todd Kuhn joins Skoob for a grounded, high-energy conversation about calculated risk, market testing before committing, the difference between an operator mindset and a CEO mindset, and why the people least expected to succeed are often the ones who do — because they didn't overcomplicate it. What You'll Learn: How Todd went from a graduate job he hated to 40 Pilates classes a week at age 20 — in six monthsHow testing the market in community halls before signing a lease de-risked a $100,000 commitmentWhy "analysis causes paralysis" is the biggest barrier stopping entrepreneurs from startingWhy naivety and bravery often outperform overthinking and credentialsThe difference between a calculated risk and just jumpingWhy you don't need to quit your 9-to-5 until your side hustle matches or exceeds your salaryThe just-in-time learning model: learn what you need now, not what you might need somedayWhy niching down is more powerful than being a jack of all tradesHow a personal crisis became the catalyst for Todd's shift from operator to CEOThe snowflake-to-snowball-to-snowman model for building business momentumTodd's six-month goal: double income and build a values-aligned team in the USTimestamps: [00:00:00] – Introduction & Welcome[00:01:00] – Todd's Origin Story: Graduate Job, Pilates Classes & Going All In at 20[00:03:00] – The Modern Picture of Success: Why a Degree Doesn't Equal Success Anymore[00:04:30] – YouTube University and Learning Skills Without a Classroom[00:05:00] – Learning is Useless Without Implementation[00:06:00] – Choose Your Own Adventure: Entrepreneurship as a Path, Not a Plan[00:07:00] – Imposter Syndrome and Feedback: Taking Criticism as Data, Not Attack[00:08:00] – Finding Your Tribe — Or Letting It Find You[00:09:00] – Analysis Causes Paralysis: The Mindset That Stops Most Entrepreneurs[00:10:00] – Calculated Risk vs. Blind Jumping: What the Difference Actually Looks Like[00:12:00] – The Trap of a Comfortable Job You Hate[00:13:00] – How Todd Bootstrapped: Testing the Market in Community Halls First[00:14:30] – Just-in-Time Learning: Stop Wasting Brain Calories on What You Don't Need Yet[00:15:00] – Continuous Learning Compounds: You Don't Need to Know It All to Start[00:15:30] – Niche Down or Stay Scattered: Why Focus Wins[00:16:00] – The Pitfall He's Proud Of: From Operator to CEO Mindset[00:18:00] – One Piece of Advice for New Entrepreneurs: Just Get Started[00:19:00] – Don't Quit the 9-to-5 Until the Side Hustle Matches the Salary[00:20:00] – The Snowflake-to-Snowball-to-Snowman Model for Building Momentum[00:21:00] – Todd's Six-Month Goal: Double Income & Build a Values-Aligned US Team[00:23:00] – How to Find Todd & The Core Collab USABook Mentioned:

Eric and Mike Garvey discuss the essential transition from simply owning a job to building a scalable business that can eventually be sold. They contrast their professional backgrounds, highlighting how strategic systems and team empowerment allow an entrepreneur to step away from daily labor while maintaining a profitable legacy. The conversation emphasizes the importance of high-level coaching and standard operating procedures to overcome common growth plateaus and avoid management burnout. By focusing on employee development and clear career ladders, they argue that business owners can foster a loyal culture that supports long-term expansion. Key Takeaways: Focus on building a business that can operate independently rather than simply owning a high-risk job. Implement a clear growth path for employees to ensure they see a long-term future and remain committed to the company. Seek out high-level coaching to identify blind spots and help scale the business past difficult growth plateaus. Prioritize systems and standard operating procedures so that the brand's success is not entirely dependent on the owner's physical presence. Develop an exit strategy early by creating a business model that is attractive to either outside investors or long-term internal team members.

Building a Business That Supports Your Life: How Financial Clarity Creates ConfidenceI'm honored to welcome Valaise Smith EA, Financial Clarity Architect and Founder & CEO of Tried and True Financial Services, to The Kim Jacobs Show on Thursday, July 30, 2026 from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM EST!As an Enrolled Agent, author, speaker, and trusted advisor, she believes financial success starts with clarity—not confusion.Watch LIVE on The Kim Jacobs Show on CTR Media Network (Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, Android TV), YouTube, Facebook, LinkedIn, and other streaming platforms.Subscribe today and turn on notifications so you don't miss this powerful conversation!YouTube.com/c/KimjacobsshowReady to launch your own virtual talk show?Our next Start Your Virtual Show from Scratch small-group training is filling up quickly! Only a few seats remain.Email: Kimjacobsshow@gmail.comCall: 704-944-3534HELP US CONTINUE BRINGING LIFE-CHANGING CONTENT TO THE WORLD!Every interview, every broadcast, and every opportunity to educate, empower, and inspire is made possible because of viewers and supporters like YOU. If The Kim Jacobs Show has ever encouraged you, informed you, connected you with valuable resources, or blessed your life in any way, please don't wait—give today.Give now using whichever method is most convenient:PayPal: paypal.me/KimjacobsincVenmo: @ThekimjacobsshowZelle or Apple Cash: 704-962-7161Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-kim-jacobs-show--2878190/support.

You didn't get into pool service to work six days a week forever, you did it to get your time back. We talk about what it actually takes to build a pool service business that supports a four-day workweek, with steady income from weekly service accounts and enough breathing room to enjoy your weekends again. I'm sharing practical, field-tested decisions that separate “busy” from “optimized,” especially once your route starts to grow and every extra job tries to claim your calendar.We dig into the tradeoffs most pool service pros avoid: narrowing your service menu so you're not juggling weekly maintenance, green pool cleanups, acid washes, repairs, and installations all at once. That extra money can look tempting, but if it steals your day off, it may be costing you more than it pays. We also cover how to recognize the moment you're ready to refer work out, collect a referral fee, and protect your schedule without feeling like you're falling behind.Then we get tactical about pool route optimization. A tight route means less driving, fewer long days, and a better shot at a true four-day schedule. I share a proven strategy pool pros use to consolidate their service area by selling outlying pools and buying nearby accounts, plus what to expect when you purchase part of a route. Finally, we talk hiring, including when you're big enough to absorb payroll, why the first few weeks can feel like a step backward, and how to plan for the risk of a sudden quit.Subscribe for more pool service business tips, share this with a pool pro who needs their weekends back, and leave a review with your biggest scheduling challenge.We build a real plan for turning a pool service route into a four-day workweek without wrecking income. We talk through the hard tradeoffs like turning down profitable jobs, tightening your service area, and hiring help when you're actually ready.  • setting the goal of a stable weekly service route with three days off  • choosing Monday off vs Friday off based on holidays and workload  • limiting services over time to protect your schedule  • knowing when time matters more than the extra money  • consolidating a scattered pool route by selling and buying accounts  • using simple ads and signs to find route swaps  • hiring an employee and planning for training, customer pushback, and costs  • preparing for the risk of an employee quitting and needing backup coverage  Learn more at Sumipoollearning.com.  Find more podcasts at swimmingprolearning.com.  If you're interested in the coaching program, you can learn more at PoolGuyCoaching.com.  Send us Fan MailSupport the Pool Guy Podcast Show Sponsors! HASA https://bit.ly/HASAThe Bottom Feeder. Save $100 with Code: DVB100https://store.thebottomfeeder.com/Try Skimmer FREE for 30 days:https://getskimmer.com/poolguy Get UPA Liability Insurance $64 a month! https://forms.gle/F9YoTWNQ8WnvT4QBAPool Guy Coaching: https://bit.ly/40wFE6y

Key Takeaways: Build Energy Independence: Investing in your own energy sources can reduce costs, protect your business from price changes, and make it more attractive to future buyers. Plan for the Long Term: Managing cash wisely and making decisions with the future in mind can create a stronger, more valuable business. Use Tax Planning to Your Advantage: Smart tax planning can reduce unnecessary costs and free up more money to invest in your business and other long-term assets. Start Investing Early: Even small, consistent investments can grow significantly over time through compounding and disciplined investing. Connect Your Financial Strategy: The best results come when your business, tax, and investment plans all work together to support long-term growth and stability.   Chapters: Timestamp Summary   0:00 Achieving Wealth Through Energy Independence and Smart Cash Strategies 1:38 Ensuring Business Independence and Certainty for Future Buyers 3:17 McDonald's Strategic Use of Futures Market for Cost Management 4:37 Building Wealth Through Strategic Financial Planning and Tax Savings Powered by ReiffMartin CPA and Stone Hill Wealth Management   Social Media Handles    Follow Phillip Washington, Jr. on Instagram (@askphillip)   Subscribe to Wealth Building Made Simple newsletter https://www.wealthbuildingmadesimple.us/   Ready to turn your investing dreams into reality? Our "Wealth Building Made Simple" premium newsletter is your secret weapon. We break down investing in a way that's easy to understand, even if you're just starting out. Learn the tricks the wealthy use, discover exciting opportunities, and start building the future YOU want. Sign up now, and let's make those dreams happen!   WBMS Premium Subscription   Phillip Washington, Jr. is a registered investment adviser. Information presented is for educational purposes only and does not intend to make an offer or solicitation for the sale or purchase of any specific securities, investments, or investment strategies. Investments involve risk and, unless otherwise stated, are not guaranteed. Be sure to first consult with a qualified financial adviser and/or tax professional before implementing any strategy discussed herein. Past performance is not indicative of future performance.

Bobby Lane: Ingredients for Success in Building a Business That Scales Guest: Bobby Lane, Business Growth Strategist and Founder and CEO of Factotum Host: Julie Riga Guest Background Bobby Lane is a business growth strategist who has spent more than three decades helping organizations build the systems and infrastructure required for sustainable growth. Six years ago, he founded Factotum, a multidisciplinary outsourcing practice that scaled across the UK before launching in the US, where James Orsini, a former boss and longtime mentor, now serves as chairman. Before Factotum, Bobby built and sold an accounting practice, which gave him hands on experience in leadership, delegation, and culture building. Key Topics Discussed Step Out of the Work and Into Leadership. Bobby explains why surrounding yourself with people who are more talented than you is essential, and how learning to delegate allowed his first business to triple in size within two years. Believe in What You Are Doing. Leadership, Bobby says, is spiritual. A leader's energy moves through the entire organization. He encourages leaders to surround themselves with radiators, not drains, and to lead from genuine belief. Build the Right Infrastructure Before You Need It. Back office infrastructure, including finance, HR, and clear systems, is the foundation most owners overlook. Bobby speaks to the cost of weak onboarding and decisions made from instinct rather than reliable information. Integrate AI Without Losing Human Capital. Bobby sees AI as an opportunity to automate process and speed up creative work, but he is clear that experience and human judgment remain essential. Leverage Strategic Partnerships to Accelerate Growth. Bobby explains how identifying the true gatekeepers of relationships, and building culturally aligned partnerships, can accelerate growth faster than reaching one client at a time. He points to the value of mutually beneficial relationships that are actively nurtured and monitored over time, rather than left to chance. Memorable Quotes "A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way." "Leadership is spiritual. Period." "Always surround yourself with radiators, not drains." "AI is never going to replace human capital." Key Takeaways for Leaders Step into leadership by surrounding yourself with talented people. Belief drives culture. Build infrastructure early to prevent chaos as you scale. Balance AI with human judgment, since technology is an enabler and not a replacement for experience. Choose strategic partners with care, looking for cultural alignment and follow through. Connect with Bobby Lane Website: factotum.com LinkedIn: Bobby Lane, CEO of Factotum Instagram: Bobby Lane UK1 Connect with Julie Riga Stacklist: https://stacklist.app/julieriga Subscribe to Stay On Course wherever you listen, and share this episode with leaders ready to scale with purpose. #StayOnCourse #Leadership #BusinessGrowth #PurposeDrivenLeadership #JulieRiga Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What happens when your body forces you to rethink everything?In this episode, Tori Burton shares her journey from facing a life-changing health crisis to rebuilding her life through creativity, resilience, and self-advocacy. She opens up about learning to listen to her body, navigating uncertainty, and discovering a new sense of purpose through some of life's hardest moments.If you've ever had to reinvent yourself after an unexpected setback, this conversation offers an honest look at what it takes to move forward with courage and intention.

After more than 15 years of building and leading businesses, Eli David Rokah, CEO of StartupBlink, shares the timeless principles he wishes he had known from day one. A practical guide for founders and entrepreneurs at any stage.

Send us Fan MailWhat happens when your spouse is also your business partner?In Part 3 of our business series, Amanda and I talk honestly about what it has been like to build Trillium together while raising a family and navigating nearly 20 years of marriage.We get into the years when work followed us home every night, the boundaries we've had to learn to set, and why our very different personalities have ultimately made us better business partners. I'm the big-picture person who is always thinking about what's next. Amanda is the detail-oriented one asking how we're actually going to make it happen. That combination has helped us grow, but it has also created some hard lessons along the way.We also talk about how building the practice affected our daughters, the sacrifices we made early on, working through disagreements when you still have to show up together the next morning, and whether we expect our kids to someday carry on the family business.Running a business with your spouse isn't always easy, but after more than a decade of doing it together, we've learned a lot about partnership, boundaries, family, and knowing when the next big idea needs to wait.

This week marks thirty years of marriage for me, and I'm using this episode to pull back the curtain on where I actually am right now: the anniversary, my youngest heading off to college, finishing my book draft, and everything the last nine months have taught me about staying anchored to a vision while life keeps moving.The takeaway: you can be in the middle of massive change and still be building toward something, and both things can be true at once.Full show notes, transcript, and chapters at sheilabotelho.com/615.✍️ Sheila's Notes - The reflections I write only here. For your Expansion Season.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of The Hot Slice Podcast, Michael Androw, owner of E&D Pizza Company, in Avon, Connecticut, gets honest about what it actually takes to open and survive in this industry. He shares the hard lessons that recipes and passion can't teach you, from the financial traps that can cost you your home to the relationships that can save your doors from closing. If you own a pizzeria or dream of opening one, this conversation delivers the "down and dirty" reality most people learn the hard way.Here's what Michael covers:Relationships before you need them. Why building genuine, non-transactional ties with your building and health inspectors matters, and how those ties let him reopen the morning after disaster.Surviving disaster. The Thanksgiving a car crashed through his building, and what it takes to manage contractors, insurers and inspectors when everything falls apart.The brutal math of slow days. A Tuesday in February with $75 in total sales, and how to hold your nerve on labor, utilities and staff morale when the register goes quiet.Outsource the numbers. Why accounting and payroll should go to professionals, because you can't afford to get tax codes wrong on zero sleep.Learning to let go. How over-managing slows your team and hurts your labor metrics, and why delegation is the hardest skill for a perfectionist owner.Consistency and creativity. Following recipes to a T for customers who expect the same pizza every time, while giving staff room to build fun weekly slice specials.Lease and loan landmines. The commercial lease clauses and loan terms that carry personal liability, and how to tell good money from bad.The emotional cost. Seven days a week for two straight years, and the private toll of ownership no one warns you about.Michael brings this same candor to his workshop at Pizza Expo Columbus: W01, You Want to Open a Pizza Restaurant? on Sunday, October 11, from 8 a.m. to noon ($250). Workshop Description: Dreaming of opening your own pizzeria from scratch? Michael Androw has been there, done that, and lived to tell the tale. This workshop is your crash course in everything from site selection and lease negotiations to zoning laws and start-up marketing. But it's not just about the nuts and bolts — it's about the blood, sweat, and tears (and maybe a few sleepless nights) that come with building your dream. Michael's insights could be the difference between success and heartbreak. If you're ready to take the plunge, this session is a must. Register now for Pizza Expo Columbus .

Starting a business is exciting—but it's also one of the hardest decisions you'll ever make.In this special episode of iGaming Daily, Charlie Horner is joined by Leo Judkins, founder of iGaming Leader, to discuss what life is really like as a founder.From leaving a secure salary to managing burnout, making high-pressure decisions, raising investment and building a support network, Leo shares the lessons he's learned from building his own business and mentoring founders across the iGaming industry.In this episode:✅ Why starting a business is far lonelier than most people expect✅ The biggest mistake founders make before launching✅ Why customers—not compliments—validate your idea✅ How to test a business before quitting your job✅ Why every founder needs advisors around them✅ Burnout, stress and protecting your energy✅ The difference between one-way and revolving-door decisions✅ Should founders raise investment—or stay bootstrapped?✅ Why you "trade your crown for a fuel tank" when taking investment✅ How successful founders stay motivated during difficult periods✅ Why celebrating your wins matters more than you thinkLeo also explains why surrounding yourself with experienced founders can dramatically improve your chances of success, and why transparency, speed and learning from others are often more valuable than trying to have all the answers yourself.Whether you're building an iGaming business, launching a startup or simply thinking about entrepreneurship, this episode is packed with practical advice from someone who's lived it.iGaming Daily is supported by Optimove, the creator of Positionless Marketing and the number one player engagement solution for sports betting and iGaming operators.#iGamingDaily #Entrepreneurship #Startups #Leadership #BusinessGrowth #Founder #CEO #Business #StartupLife #iGaming

A strong economy can hide a weak business model. A downturn exposes everything. In this episode of The Level Up Podcast, Paul Alex breaks down how to build a business that survives economic pressure, protects its cash flow, and becomes stronger while competitors struggle. When money gets tight, customers eliminate anything they view as optional. To maintain demand, your offer must help clients save money, generate revenue, or solve a problem they cannot afford to ignore. In this episode, you'll learn: • Why essential offers outperform luxury services during a recession• How to position your product as a necessity instead of an expense• Why lean operations, recurring contracts, and cash reserves create stability• How prepared businesses can acquire talent, clients, and assets during downturns The truth is simple: The economy will always move in cycles. Your preparation determines whether those cycles weaken your business or create opportunity. Become essential. Cut unnecessary expenses. Strengthen recurring revenue. Build the cash reserves required to move when others are forced to retreat. Bad economies destroy weak businesses. But they can make great businesses legendary. Your Network is your NETWORTH! Make sure to add me on all SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS: Instagram: https://jo.my/paulalex2024Facebook: https://jo.my/fbpaulalex2024YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGhDAD1JyGGzSQUPD9lc9HQLinkedIn: https://jo.my/inpaulalex2024 Looking for a secondary source of income or want to become an entrepreneur? Check out one of my companies below to see if we can help you: www.CashSwipe.com FREE Copy of my book “Blue to Digital Gold - The New American Dream”www.officialPaulAlex.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Text a question to Victoria!Does the thought of having kids while growing your business feel intimidating? Or perhaps you are a mom and business owner who struggles with comparison because everyone else seems to “have it all together”. Either way, you'll feel seen, heard, and encouraged during this solo episode where Victoria opens up an honest conversation about motherhood, entrepreneurship, and what her life actually looks like behind the scenes.Victoria answers some burning questions her community asked on Instagram about her daily routine, prioritizing health, building a flexible business, and more. This episode is a coffee chat, heart-to-heart and a reminder that we're all just doing our best. Whether you're catching up on laundry or out for a morning jog, this episode will remind you to embrace the season you're in and remember that no one is perfect.Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:Work With BrandWell DesignsFor show notes, head to www.thebrandingbusinessschool.com/thepodcast/Show notes for episodes 1-91 can be found at www.brandwelldesigns.com/thepodcast/Follow BrandWell on Instagram. Follow The Branding Business School on Instagram.Save on your first year of Honeybook using this link! Save 50% off your first year of Flodesk using this link! Get $30 off your first month of Nuuly using this link!Get up to $150 off your first box of Factor Meals using this link!

What keeps an entrepreneur motivated after the money, recognition, and early goals have already been achieved?    Rory sits down with Dan Sullivan, co-founder of Strategic Coach, to talk about the mindset and decisions that have kept him growing after more than 50 years in business.   Dan explains why successful people often feel behind, how measuring backward changes your experience of progress, and why entrepreneurs should spend more time working inside their unique ability.    They also discuss Who Not How, hiring people who create an immediate impact, using money to buy back time, and the role AI can play in simplifying a business.    Dan also shares why he refuses to consider retirement at 82 and why entrepreneurs may need to rethink the deadlines they attach to their biggest goals. 

Sofia Kasuli spent ten years building sales teams before she ever started her own company, and less than a year into running SoFluential Society, she is already helping women build sales skills, travel the world, and get out of their own way on camera. We get into what actually surprised her about the cost of starting a business, why she believes busyness itself is the thing burning people out, and her core conviction that confidence is built through movement, not before it. We also get into her burnout season, why the rooms you spend time in shape who you become, and what changed for her in the last few months that made everything click. Want to know exactly where your business stands today? Book a call with me here: https://go.vinceperri.com/calendar-page-yt-1 Chapters: 0:00 Cold open, you are your brand 0:19 Welcome, introducing Sofia Kasuli 1:10 Ten years in sales to first year as an entrepreneur 1:55 What nobody tells you about making the jump 3:55 The real cost of starting a business 4:36 Learning fast with AI, logos, sites, and marketing 5:59 What SoFluential Society actually is 8:01 Why travel became part of the business 10:36 Egypt, lost technology, and a detour into quantum physics 17:08 Burnout, busyness, and learning to sit still 21:24 What sparked the decision to go all in on her own 22:39 Inside SoFluential Society, sales, mindset, and travel 29:03 Turning travel into brand deals and UGC 31:41 Confidence is built through repetition, not readiness 33:04 Why posting three times a day is non-negotiable 36:52 Sharing the struggle, not just the highlight reel 40:03 The moment that showed her her real purpose 41:44 What actually changed in the last few months 44:08 The five to ten year vision, and the exit question Connect with Sofia: Instagram: @officialsociasmiles Website: sofluential.world All Business with Vince Perri. Real talk, real owners, real results. Everything about business. Nothing held back. All Business with Vince Perri is built for business owners who want straight talk about starting, scaling, and building something worth owning. New episodes every week. Subscribe and hit the bell so you never miss an episode.

He was eight years old the first time someone handed him a knife and told him to get to work. He had no idea that moment would shape every decision he made for the next four decades.In this episode of The Proven Entrepreneur Show, host Don Williams sits down with Gino Barbaro, co-founder of Jake and Gino, a name that sounds like it belongs on a pizza menu but is actually one of the most respected names in multifamily real estate investing education. Gino also runs Barbaro360, a family owned venture built around financial literacy and teaching the next generation how money really works.What starts as a conversation about deals and portfolios quickly turns into something far more personal. Gino opens up about growing up in his father's restaurant, the identity he built around that world, and the moment everything cracked when his father passed away in 2007. What he discovered about himself in that grief is the same lesson that eventually pushed him out of the restaurant business and into real estate investing, though not in the way most people expect.Don and Gino talk about the difference between selling a product and truly connecting with people first, why most entrepreneurs get the definition of success completely wrong, and what fear still shows up for Gino even after years of building successful companies. There is a moment in this conversation where Gino talks about his wife, his six children, and what he hopes people say about him twenty years from now that will stop you in your tracks.This is not a typical real estate podcast episode filled with numbers and strategy talk. It is a conversation about entrepreneurship, family business, faith, and what it really means to build a legacy instead of just leaving one behind. If you have ever wondered whether your business is being built on the right foundation, or if you are chasing someone else's dream instead of your own, this episode will sit with you long after it ends.Press play and listen to the full story. You will walk away thinking differently about business, family, and what actually matters when everything else is stripped away.Mentioned in this Episode:- Jake and Gino (multifamily real estate investing company)- Barbaro360 (family owned financial literacy business)- The Proven Entrepreneur Show, hosted by Don Williams- Gino Barbaro, entrepreneur and multifamily real estate investor- Happy Money Podcast, hosted by Gino's son- Romancing Your Customer and Build Your Big Legacy, books by Don Williams- Secrets of the Millionaire Mind by T. Harv EkerTopics Covered: real estate investing, multifamily real estate, entrepreneurship, family business, financial literacy, legacy building, business mindset, faith and family, overcoming loss in business, customer connection and leadership

Ron James is the founder of Opscale Partners and Opscale Exchange. His career spans senior operations roles at some of the biggest names in retail and financial services: Walmart, Best Buy, H&R Block, and Innovation Refunds.Need expert tax planning? Visit GTG Tax to learn how to make your taxes work for your goals: https://gtgtax.com/ Schedule a Strategy Call with Ron by clicking on this link: https://opscalepartners.com/schedule-a-strategy-call/ Connect with Ron James:Website: https://opscalepartners.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronjamesmba/ TurnKey Podcast Productions Important Links:Guest to Gold Video Series: www.TurnkeyPodcast.com/gold The Ultimate Podcast Launch Formula- www.TurnkeyPodcast.com/UPLFplusFREE workshop on how to "Be A Great Guest."Free E-Book 5 Ways to Make Money Podcasting at www.Turnkeypodcast.com/gift Ready to earn 6-figures with your podcast? See if you've got what it takes at TurnkeyPodcast.com/quizSales Training for Podcasters: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sales-training-for-podcasters/id1540644376Nice Guys on Business: http://www.niceguysonbusiness.com/subscribe/The Turnkey Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/turnkey-podcast/id1485077152 Discover how you can look 'poor' to the IRS and rich to a lender. Check out my sponsor, GTG Tax Planning, at gtgtax.com to book a short discovery call.

Hey there Voices of the Bench community, this is Trish Jones with Ivoclar. If you've been curious about fast-firing zirconia to improve efficiency but aren't convinced it can deliver predictable, high-quality results, I'd encourage you to connect with us. Our new IPS Emax Zirconia offers multiple fast-fire protocols designed to help save you valuable production time while maintaining consistent results. Time is money in every lab. Don't wait. Reach out to your local Ivoclar rep today and discover how IPS Emax Zirconia can help streamline your workflow. As full-arch dentistry continues to grow, so do the demands on today's dental laboratories. That's why Knight Dental recently launched SimplyARCH Studio, a dedicated production environment built exclusively for full-arch restorations. To support this specialized workflow, Knight invested in an XTCERA milling system and carefully evaluated multiple CAM software solutions before choosing hyperDENT. The decision came down to exceptional milling quality, minimal hand finishing, and impressive production efficiency. But what truly set hyperDENT apart was the implementation process. From the very beginning, the team provided more than software training—they shared the knowledge and experience needed to build an optimized workflow for complex full-arch cases. With proven expertise in advanced milling strategies and laboratory production, hyperDENT helped ensure SimplyARCH Studio was designed for long-term success from day one.Matt Everatt joins Elvis and Barb for a fascinating conversation that takes a deep dive into his journey through the dental laboratory industry and the story behind his book, The Invisible Profession. From discovering dental technology at 16 and specializing in maxillofacial prosthetics and orthodontics to working in hospitals, developing early sleep-apnea appliances, and nearly leaving the profession altogether, Matt's career has taken some seriously interesting turns. Eventually, he helped co-found S4S, building a successful business around sleep-apnea appliances, occlusal splints, orthodontics, and more before eventually stepping away from ownership. Matt Everatt joins Elvis and Barb for a fascinating conversation that takes a deep dive into his journey through the dental laboratory industry and the story behind his book, The Invisible Profession. From discovering dental technology at 16 and specializing in maxillofacial prosthetics and orthodontics to working in hospitals, developing early sleep-apnea appliances, and nearly leaving the profession altogether, Matt's career has taken some seriously interesting turns. Eventually, he helped co-found S4S, building a successful business around sleep-apnea appliances, occlusal splints, orthodontics, and more before eventually stepping away from ownership. But this conversation goes far beyond Matt's career. His book, The Invisible Profession, explores how the dental laboratory industry arrived at a place where technicians and laboratories are often undervalued, pushed into price competition, and expected to simply keep their heads down and produce. Matt shares his thoughts on the "million little things" that shaped the industry, the danger of becoming a "busy fool," and why laboratories need to stop competing solely on price and start becoming known for the value, expertise, and partnership they bring to the dental team. Elvis, Barb, and Matt also talk about the changing landscape of digital dentistry, AI, 3D printing, speed, service, and why the labs that embrace change and remain agile will be the ones positioned for the future. It's an honest, thought-provoking, and ultimately optimistic conversation about where the dental laboratory profession has been, where it is today, and where it can go next.Special Guest: Matt Everatt.

Send us Fan MailThis week, the tables are turned.For the first time on The Renaissance Podcast, Brand Manager and Renaissance Women's Summit co-creator Christina sits down to interview Sydney about the heart behind this year's Renaissance Women's Summit—and the lessons she's learned after more than a decade of building Renaissance Marketing Group.Together, they pull back the curtain on what it really takes to build a business that doesn't just grow...but lasts.In this conversation, Sydney shares:• Why the Renaissance Women's Summit has become so much more than an event• The story behind this year's theme and the 4 Ps of a Renaissance Business: People, Profit, Process, and Perception• The biggest lessons she's learned about leadership, hiring, systems, branding, profitability, and building a company that aligns from the inside out• Behind-the-scenes insight into planning the summit and creating an experience women will never forget• Rapid-fire founder wisdom and the advice she wishes someone had given her years agoWhether you're attending the summit or simply want to build a stronger business with greater clarity, this conversation will challenge the way you think about growth, leadership, and success.✨ This is Part One of a special two-part conversation. Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss Part Two next week.—Join us at the 7th Annual Renaissance Women's Summit

What does it really take to build one of Australia's fastest-growing fitness franchise businesses? This week, we're joined by Matt Gordin, CEO of Boutique Fitness Studios Australia & New Zealand, who shares the highs, the setbacks, and the relentless mindset behind scaling brands like Club Pilates, StretchLab, CycleBar and Rumble. We dive into entrepreneurship, raising capital, leading teams, balancing family with business, and why success is built one decision at a time. If you're building a business or dreaming of starting one this episode is packed with practical wisdom and honest insights. Check out Matt's brands here - https://www.boutiquefitnessstudios.com.au/ Follow @clubpilates_aunz and @stretchlab_aunz Linkedin Profile hereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Does marriage make entrepreneurs stronger… or does it hold them back?In this episode, Caroline and Sergio tackle one of the biggest questions ambitious couples rarely ask: Would we actually be richer if we'd stayed single?From missed opportunities and financial sacrifices to building businesses together, balancing ambition with marriage, and the hidden cost of success, this is an honest conversation about what it really takes to build wealth without losing your relationship.They discuss:Can marriage slow down your success?Does the right partner multiply your wealth?The opportunity cost of relationships.Financial independence vs. building together.The sacrifices entrepreneurs make that nobody talks about.Whether love makes you stronger—or more comfortable.Whether you're an entrepreneur, building a business with your partner, or simply curious about the realities of ambition and marriage, this episode will challenge the way you think about success.Would you be richer if you'd stayed single? Or is the right partner the greatest investment you'll ever make? Let us know your thoughts in the comments. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Three exits in, Alex Fenton knows exactly what buyers look for, and it's not what most founders think. James and Alex talk through keeping every door open, why a three year plan beats a five year one, and the blunt piece of feedback from a manager that changed how Alex leads. Including the real difference between planting seeds and planting saplings when you're building a team built to last.More from James:Connect with James on LinkedIn or at peer-effect.com 

What if the best business strategy starts with clarity instead of complexity? Join us on Spaghetti on the Wall as we welcome John Mashni, attorney, entrepreneur, author, and founder of Rendios Law, for a conversation about entrepreneurship, intentional living, legal strategy, and building a business that reflects your values.Connect with John MashniFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnmashniInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnmashni/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnmashni/Website: https://www.johnmashni.com/

What looks like generosity isn't always generosity. Sometimes it's people-pleasing dressed up as "going above and beyond." In this episode, I'm joined by membership expert Krista Miller to talk about one of the biggest traps online business owners fall into: believing they need to keep adding more content, more calls, more access and more support to make people happy. We explore why overdelivering often leads to burnout rather than better results, how memberships can become unsustainable when they're built around fear instead of confidence, and why your community usually needs less from you than you think. If you've ever caught yourself wondering whether you're doing enough, this conversation is for you. In this episode: Why overdelivering can actually be people-pleasing How to spot when you're building a business you secretly resent The myth that members always want "more" Why community matters more than constant new content How to grow a membership without becoming available 24/7 What healthy boundaries look like inside a business Why experimenting, changing your mind and scaling back is sometimes the best thing you can do Krista Miller helps membership owners attract and retain members through simple, sustainable marketing strategies. She's also the host of the Membership Momentum Summit, register for free here: https://suzanneculberg--summitinabox.thrivecart.com/membership-momentum/665f8ff8164e2/ (affiliate link) 

What if the next level of your business isn't about working harder, but about thinking differently? In today's episode, I'm chatting with Dr. Courtney Gowin about everything from selling a successful chiropractic practice to building a global retreat company, creating an AI-powered business to navigating major life transitions, and redefining what success actually looks like.Courtney has an incredible ability to blend big-picture vision with practical strategy, and I know you're going to walk away inspired to think differently about your own business and life. Whether you're feeling stretched too thin, curious about AI, or wondering if it's time to pivot into a new season, this conversation is packed with honest insights and actionable ideas.Review full show notes and resources at mollycahill.com/podcastMentioned in this Episode:Growth “We”ekend Conference: chirofreedomformula.com/growth-weekend-conferenceConnect with Dr. Courtney:Instagram: instagram.com/drcourtneygowinShe Adjusts Mastermind: instagram.com/sheadjustsmastermindWanderlearn Retreats: instagram.com/wanderlearnretreatsThe Well OS AI Agency: instagram.com/thewell.osConnect with Molly:Website: mollycahill.comInstagram: instagram.com/mollyacahillHolistic Marketing Hub holisticmarketinghub.com/enroll

Rachel and Simon speak with the literary agent Vicki Willden-Lebrecht. Vicki set up The Bright Agency in 2003; today the company represents authors and artists from across the world. Its clients include Benji Davies (the creator of the "Storm Whale" series and the illustrator of the "Bizzy Bear" books), David Litchfield (the author and illustrator of the "The Bear & the Piano" series) and the estate of Shirley Hughes (whose books have sold more than 11.5 million copies). For the past 22 years, Vicki has been the agency's principal author/illustrator agent and she has been nominated for Literary Agent of the Year at the British Book Awards three times - in 2016, 2021 and 2025. We spoke to Vicki about her early entrepreneurial efforts and setting up Bright in her 20s, representing children's authors and illustrators and the importance of getting youngsters to read. In addition to the standard audio format, the podcast is now available in video. You can check us out on YouTube under Always Take Notes.   We've also made (yet) another update for those ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠who support the podcast on the crowdfunding site Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. We've added a further 70 pages of new material to the package of successful article pitches that goes to anyone who supports the show with $5 per month or more, including new pitches to the New Yorker, Bloomberg Businessweek, and the Guardian Long Read. The whole compendium now runs to a magisterial 230 pages. For Patreons who contribute $10/month we're now also releasing bonus mini-episodes. Other Patreon rewards include signed copies of the podcast book and the opportunity to take part in a call with Simon and Rachel. A new edition of “Always Take Notes: Advice From Some Of The World's Greatest Writers” - a book drawing on our podcast interviews - is available now. The updated version now includes insights from over 100 past guests on the podcast, with new contributions from Harlan Coben, Victoria Hislop, Lee Child, Megan Nolan, Jhumpa Lahiri, Philippa Gregory, Jo Nesbø, Paul Theroux, Hisham Matar and Bettany Hughes. You can order it via ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Waterstones⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 664 Schedule a one on one free coaching call, click here or visit LoanOfficerStrategyCall.com. Welcome to Loan Officer Freedom, the #1 podcast in the country for loan officers, hosted by Carl White. In this episode, Carl White and Jim Reed have an honest, unscripted conversation about one of the biggest challenges business owners and loan officers face: handling conflict, leading people well, and knowing when to delegate the things you're not naturally wired to do. Carl opens up about his own struggles with conflict avoidance, while Jim shares practical leadership insights on building teams around your strengths instead of trying to master every role yourself. Together, they explore why great leaders don't have to do everything themselves, how the right people and systems allow you to focus on revenue-producing activities, and why surrounding yourself with the right company, operations team, and support structure can dramatically accelerate your success. They also discuss hiring, accountability, fear-based decision making, and the importance of creating a culture built on trust rather than intimidation. The conversation closes with a powerful reminder that financial success isn't just about making more money. It's about creating the freedom to serve others, support the people you care about, and build a life with fewer regrets. Whether you're building your first team or leading a growing mortgage business, this episode offers practical leadership lessons and real-life perspective that will challenge the way you think about success, leadership, and growth.

Jason Wojo, entrepreneur, real estate investor, CEO of Lifeonaire, and author of Business for Life, shares the lessons he learned after leaving a traditional career to build businesses designed around life, not the other way around. In this conversation, Jason discusses why many entrepreneurs fall into the CEO trap, how to build systems that don't rely on you, the truth about passive income, and how real estate can become a vehicle for long term freedom, purpose, and fulfillment. Connect with Jason Wojo: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonwojo/ Learn more about Lifeonaire: https://lifeonaire.com/ Presented by Wall Street Capital Partners https://wallstreetcapitalpartners.net/

Steve Baue, founder of Baue Management Group, an executive coaching and advisory practice that helps senior executives, founders, and leadership teams lead with more clarity, protect their capacity, and sustain performance without losing themselves in the process.Through executive coaching, advisory work, and keynote speaking, Steve helps leaders navigate burnout, decision fatigue, and the emotional weight of responsibility, drawing from his own experience building and exiting multiple businesses focused on mental health, leadership, and community impact.Now, Steve's journey from scaling companies that supported more than 200,000 employees and families to helping leaders build success more sustainably demonstrates what it really means to grow without losing your sense of self.And while helping high-performing leaders carry responsibility in a healthier, more grounded way, he's showing that real success is not just about building something bigger, but building something that actually lasts.Here's where to find more:WEBSITE: https://bauemg.comLINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevebaueTITAN 100 CEO PROFILE: https://www.titan100.biz/2025_wis_titans/steve-baueA glimpse into how he connects with leaders and keep the conversation useful:- Keynote – Greater Green Bay Chamber of Commerce: https://youtu.be/OoJN2ZLMnJQ?si=DZmVRQRBeVzZ3uAh- Video Podcast Interview – Builders & Doers: https://youtu.be/8uOoqyPXaxM?si=9dkMChQtX1DlNCYD- Audio Podcast Interview – Impact of Leadership: https://podcasts.apple.com/fi/podcast/172-overcoming-mental-bu…________________________________________________Welcome to The Unforget Yourself Show where we use the power of woo and the proof of science to help you identify your blind spots, and get over your own bullshit so that you can do the fucking thing you ACTUALLY want to do!We're Mark and Katie, the founders of Unforget Yourself and the creators of the Unforget Yourself System and on this podcast, we're here to share REAL conversations about what goes on inside the heart and minds of those brave and crazy enough to start their own business. From the accidental entrepreneur to the laser-focused CEO, we find out how they got to where they are today, not by hearing the go-to story of their success, but talking about how we all have our own BS to deal with and it's through facing ourselves that we find a way to do the fucking thing.Along the way, we hope to show you that YOU are the most important asset in your business (and your life - duh!). Being a business owner is tough! With vulnerability and humor, we get to the real story behind their success and show you that you're not alone._____________________Find all our links to all the things like the socials, how to work with us and how to apply to be on the podcast here:https://linktr.ee/unforgetyourself

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A mature GSOC does far more than monitor alarms. Manish speaks with Nick Saroka, Vice President of Operations at Exlog Global, about turning the GSOC into an enterprise nerve center that supports decisions across the business. Nick explains how teams can connect threat monitoring to organizational objectives, determine when to escalate with incomplete information, and earn credibility through relationships and repeated performance. He also explores AI's role as a force multiplier for intelligence collection and dissemination while keeping human validation and judgment in the loop. The conversation closes with practical career advice for analysts who want to understand the businesses they protect and create greater organizational value. You'll learn: How to align GSOC intelligence with business objectives and operational decisions What to weigh when moving from monitoring to escalation and action Where AI can accelerate intelligence workflows without replacing human judgment Similar episodes: Building Next-Gen GSOCs with Visa's Niall Herlehy A Modern Approach to Managing GSOCs with Jesse Leeds Fail Forward: Lessons in Leadership and Innovation with Jacob Valdez Embracing Change in Corporate Security: Strategies for Modernization with Ryan Schonfeld of HiveWatch If you're enjoying this episode, please take a minute to rate and review the show.

On this episode of Spaghetti on the Wall, we're joined by Brittany Anderson, entrepreneur, business strategist, and co-founder of AlignPS and The TrailblazeHers. Brittany shares why meaningful relationships, authentic leadership, and intentional community-building are the real keys to sustainable business growth and personal fulfillment.Connect with Brittany AndersonYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTrailblazeHersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebrittanyanderson/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittany-anderson/Website: https://www.brittanyanderson.com/

What if the biggest key to business success isn't strategy... but confidence?In this episode, we bring on Joy Noble, founder of Pelvic Pride, to talk about building a business with purpose, creating an incredible team culture, and having the courage to do things differently.A coach in our Rising Mentorship Program, Joy shares the journey from opening her practice just before the pandemic to growing into two locations, expanding her team, and creating one of the most recognizable brands in pelvic health.We discuss:✅ Why community is one of the greatest competitive advantages you can have ✅ The courage it took to rebrand to Pelvic Pride ✅ Building a practice around your values instead of trying to please everyone ✅ Growing from an anxious decision-maker into a confident leader ✅ The importance of mentorship, team culture, and saying "no" ✅ Joy's newest project supporting the mental health of pelvic therapistsOne of our favorite takeaways:Confidence isn't something you're born with. It's something you build by doing hard things.About Joy NobleJoy Noble is the founder of Pelvic Pride, a pelvic health practice dedicated to creating an inclusive, affirming environment where every patient feels seen, heard, and cared for. In addition to leading a rapidly growing multi-clinician practice, Joy is passionate about supporting the wellbeing of pelvic health providers through her newest initiative, The Reset Room.

Tim Eaton is the Founder and CEO of NutraMedix, a company dedicated to developing plant-based nutritional supplements while operating from a mission far greater than business success. A former missionary pilot in Peru, Tim's journey took him from flying supplies into remote villages to learning about medicinal plants from indigenous communities, ultimately leading him to build a company centered on helping people pursue better health while giving generously to ministries around the world. His story is one of faith, stewardship, and a lifelong commitment to serving others. Tim joins me today to share how growing up on a farm in Maine shaped his work ethic, why missionary aviation became his first calling, and how his experiences in Peru unexpectedly laid the foundation for NutraMedix. We discuss the philosophy behind whole-plant nutrition, why stewardship, not ownership, drives every business decision he makes, and how his desire to fund ministry has remained at the heart of the company for more than three decades. Tim also shares practical insights on health, purpose, and what it means to faithfully use the gifts God has entrusted to us. "We decided to start a business with the purpose of giving 50% of the profits away." – Tim Eaton "We are stewards of what God has entrusted to us, not owners." – Tim Eaton "We want to help people get well and stay well, fund ministries, and see people come to know Jesus." – Tim Eaton This Week on The Wow Factor: How growing up on a farm in rural Maine shaped Tim's work ethic and leadership Why God redirected Tim's dream from commercial aviation to missionary flying in Peru The experiences in Peru that introduced him to medicinal plants and changed his life's direction How NutraMedix was founded with a mission to give away 50% of its profits The difference between preserving whole-plant extracts and altering natural compounds Why Tim believes stewardship is a more powerful mindset than ownership How faith continues to influence NutraMedix's business decisions and long-term mission Why helping people improve their health is ultimately about serving others and advancing God's Kingdom Tim Eaton's Words of Wisdom: Everything we have belongs to God. When we stop thinking like owners and begin living as faithful stewards, our work, our resources, and our businesses become opportunities to serve others, strengthen God's Kingdom, and make an eternal impact. Connect with Tim Eaton: NutraMedix Website NutraMedix Instagram NutraMedix Facebook NutraMedix YouTube Tim Eaton LinkedIn Connect With Brad Formsma: WOW Factor Website   Brad Formsma on LinkedIn   Brad Formsma on Instagram   Brad Formsma on Facebook    

Today we’re continuing the Female Founder Series, and it wouldn’t be a series about women entrepreneurs in the running space without welcoming Erica Sara from Erica Sara Designs. Erica has been part of this running community for a long time. She’s been creating jewelry for runners since before I even started this podcast. She’s the official jeweler for the New York City Marathon and the Every Woman’s Marathon, and she designs every piece from her home studio while also raising two kids and continuing to run marathons herself. In this conversation, we talk about entrepreneurship, motherhood, running, creativity, and what it’s been like to build Erica Sara Designs into such a beloved brand within the running community. This is actually Erica’s fourth time on the podcast, and I know you’re going to enjoy catching up with her. Be sure to check out Erica’s beautiful work at EricaSara.com, and thanks so much for being here. I hope you enjoy my conversation with Erica Sara. Books Mentioned On Being Jewish Now Support our Sponsors: Lindsey’s Monumental Marathon Training GroupI’m coaching a virtual training group for the CNO Financial Indianapolis Monumental Marathon weekend beginning July 20. You’ll get a VDOT training plan, monthly coaching calls, race weekend meetups, and guidance on training, fueling, and keeping the joy in running. SIGN UP HERE. Lagoon SleepI absolutely love Lagoon pillows, especially the Cooling Otter Pillow. As a hot sleeper, I appreciate that they’re cool to the touch and completely customizable, so you can adjust the height to fit exactly how you sleep. Use code LINDSEY for 15% off at https://lagoonsleep.com/lindsey The post Episode 695: Female Founder Series: Erica Sara on Building a Business That Celebrates Every Finish Line appeared first on SandyBoy Productions.

After interviewing over 700 founders, including more than 100 billionaires, I kept noticing something that never made it onto the podcast. When the recording stopped and I asked privately how they were really doing, so many described the same thing. The weight of carrying something you cannot put down and cannot hand to anyone else. Here is the truth I wish someone had told me earlier: entrepreneurs are five and a half times more likely to experience loneliness than the general population. And the founders who are struggling the most are almost always the last ones to say anything about it. In this episode, I share things I have never talked about publicly before, including losing half a million dollars in a single month, showing up for my team the next morning like nothing happened, and what losing my best friend Aaron taught me about what actually matters on this journey. Here's what you'll take away: Why founder loneliness is not about being physically alone, and why that distinction makes it so much harder to recognise and address The moment that almost broke me at Foundr, and what it actually felt like to carry it without anyone to call Why the skill of showing up calm and projecting confidence eventually becomes a wall that keeps out the people who could actually help What Scooter Braun, Steve Huffman, and the co-founder of Airbnb all said privately about whether it ever feels like enough Why the wins can feel just as isolating as the hard moments, and what to do about that The one thing that has made the biggest difference: surrounding yourself with founders who are a few steps ahead of where you are right now If you have been carrying something heavy lately and telling everyone it is fine, this episode is for you. The gap between what you are actually feeling and what you let anyone see will keep growing unless you actively close it. If you're loving this solo series, I'd love to hear your feedback. Email me directly at nathan@foundr.com — I read every reply. Hope you enjoy it. WANT TO GROW YOUR BRAND WITH META ADS? Join the Foundr Operators Waitlist → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://foundr.com/operators⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ HOW WE CAN HELP YOU SCALE YOUR BUSINESS FASTER Learn directly from 7, 8 & 9-figure founders inside Foundr+ Start your $1 trial → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.foundr.com/startdollartrial⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ PREFER A CUSTOM ROADMAP AND 1-ON-1 COACHING? → Starting from scratch? Apply here → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://foundr.com/pages/coaching-start-application⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → Already have a store? Apply here → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://foundr.com/pages/coaching-growth-application⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ CONNECT WITH NATHAN CHAN Instagram → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/nathanchan⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathanhchan/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOLLOW FOUNDR FOR MORE BUSINESS GROWTH STRATEGIES YouTube → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/2uyvzdt⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.foundr.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/foundr/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/foundr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.twitter.com/foundr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/foundr/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.foundr.com/podcast⁠