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In this episode of Millions Were Made, Jessica Marx and Brooke Dumas break down one of the most important skills founders must develop: knowing when to take business advice—and when not to.With endless podcasts, masterminds, social media content, and business opinions available today, many entrepreneurs find themselves overwhelmed by conflicting strategies and constantly chasing solutions that may not actually apply to their business. Jessica explains why generalized advice often leads founders into expensive detours, reactive decision-making, and operational inefficiencies.Together, they discuss the importance of understanding your company's data, analytics, profitability, customer behavior, and operational structure before implementing new strategies. They also explore why successful founders learn how to think critically about their business instead of blindly copying what worked for someone else.Jessica shares practical insight into scaling responsibly, avoiding common hiring and growth mistakes, using AI strategically, and identifying when expert guidance is actually worth the investment.Together, they discuss:Why generalized business advice often failsThe dangers of “copy-and-paste” entrepreneurshipHow to evaluate whether advice applies to your businessThe importance of data-driven decision-makingWhy founders need to understand their numbers and operationsCommon scaling and hiring mistakesThe difference between thinking strategically vs. “thinking bigger”Practical ways to self-audit your businessSmart ways to use AI without relying on it for strategyWhy targeted expert advice often creates better results than endless mastermindsIf you've ever felt overwhelmed by too many opinions, strategies, or business trends, this episode offers a practical framework for making more intentional and strategic decisions as a founder.Listen now to learn how to filter business advice effectively and build a company based on clarity, data, and sustainable growth.Mini-timeline00:00–01:45 — Introduction to information overload and the challenge of navigating business advice01:46–04:20 — Why generalized advice often fails and the importance of business context04:21–07:15 — Understanding data, analytics, and asking better strategic questions07:16–09:20 — Teaching founders how to think critically instead of seeking quick answers09:21–11:55 — High-level decision-making, leverage, and the “fast pass” in business growth11:56–13:55 — The risks of focusing too early on building a “$100 million company”13:56–15:55 — Scaling challenges, hiring mistakes, and operational blind spots15:56–18:20 — How founders can begin self-auditing their business effectively18:21–19:50 — Marketing trends, customer behavior, and repositioning strategies19:51–20:50 — Responsible ways to use AI within business operations20:51–22:25 — Why targeted expert support often outperforms broad business education22:26–End — Final takeaways on discernment, strategic growth, and founder decision-makingResourcesFollow @millionsweremade on Instagram for frameworks + strategy tips2026 Business Planner: https://astounding-founder-8808.kit.com/products/2026-business-planner Listen to the previous Millions Were Made episode on AI Strategy: Episode 73Connect with Jessica:Instagram: @millionsweremade | @thejessicamarxWork with Jessica: Tailored Premier Website: Millions Were Made

One of our clients was doing $20,000 to $30,000 a month on Meta ads, spending a few hundred dollars a day. She found a pocket that was working in Q4, pushed her spend to $2,000 a day, and closed that month north of $200,000. That was one bet.In this episode, Josh and Dylan break down why most ecommerce founders stay stuck at the same revenue for years, and why the answer is almost never one more small optimization.Inside this episode:The treadmill problem: why turning up the speed feels like growth while the business stays in the exact same spotThe 90-degree walking test that exposes how far ahead you're actually looking (and why your brain keeps dragging you back down to 45)Why the bets that got you here are the same bets keeping you stuck hereThe "failure engine," a system that lets you fail over and over without ever putting the business at riskThe motto behind every test we run: test fast, assume failure, exploit successHow Johnny Cox launched an entirely new brand in under two weeks and took it from zero to $100,000 a month in three months, all while running his seven-figure businessThe $20 CPA ceiling nobody talks about, and what it actually means if you're sitting at $25 to $30 right nowReversible vs. irreversible decisions, and the hiring bet we made that we could not undoBigger bets do not have to mean bigger risk. The founders who break out are the ones who learned to tell the difference, and most people listening to this are playing far safer than they think.Referenced in this episode: our deep dive with Johnny Cox of Gold Spartan and Cross & Helm, and our recent episode on the Theory of Constraints.Loved this episode? Drop us a rating because we're going for #1 ecommerce podcast in the world and every single rating moves the needle. And leave a comment on YouTube or Spotify with the one area of your business where you know you've been playing it too small.We're hosting a live, in‑person event called Acquire in Orlando from Sept. 30-Oct. 2.Grab a ticket and get access to our "1-Hour Cash Campaign" training and our AI Ad Engine System that we use to generate 10-20 creatives/week. We back each ticket with the 'Worth The Trip' guarantee. Attend day one, if it wasn't clearly worth it, we'll refund your ticket and your first hotel ni-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-► Visit Our Website For Training and Resources► Leave Us An Honest Rating, Email An Image Of Your Rating To team@theecommercealley.com, We'll Send You A $10 Amazon Gift Card As An Appreciation Gift!► Learn About Our Mentorship Program For Ecom Brands Making Over $10k/month► Checkout Our Software, Breezeway - Never Second-Guess Your Meta Ads Again►  Follow Josh on social media: YouTube | Instagram | Facebook | TikTok | 

Most people would probably tell you that pregnancy is not the ideal time to walk away from a six-figure salary and start a business.Jennifer did it anyway.She had the successful career, the steady paycheck, and the security that looked great from the outside.But she also knew the life she had built was no longer the life she wanted.So when she was 2 months pregnant, and with more than enough reasons to wait for a “better” time, Jennifer left her corporate job and bet on herself.Four months later, she had built a profitable business.In this episode of Infinite Success Secrets, Jennifer shares what it actually looked like to make one of the biggest decisions of her life during a season when most people would have chosen certainty over possibility.Inside the episode, we talk about:Why Jennifer left her six-figure job while pregnantThe tension between security and knowing you are meant for moreWhat gave her the confidence to make the leapHow she turned her experience into a profitable businessThe mindset shifts required when you go from employee to entrepreneurWhy waiting for the “perfect time” can keep you stuckWhat building a business made possible beyond the moneyThis conversation is for the woman who keeps telling herself:“Maybe after the next promotion.”“Maybe when life calms down.”“Maybe when I finally feel ready.”Jennifer's story is proof that the timing does not have to look perfect for the decision to be right.Sometimes the boldest thing you can do is stop building a life around what feels safe and start building one around what you actually want.Listen to the full episode to hear how Jennifer left her six-figure career, started her business while pregnant, and made it profitable in just four months.Follow Jen on LinkedIn HERE.

You Might Not Have an AI Problem—You Might Have an Operating System ProblemI've spent a lot of time teaching AI this week, and I noticed something that completely changed the way I think about AI in business.Almost everyone is using AI—but very few entrepreneurs are actually building with it.If you're using ChatGPT or Claude to write emails, brainstorm content, research ideas, or help with a random task, you're not doing anything wrong. I do those things too. But there's a much bigger opportunity hiding beyond the one-off prompts.In this episode, I'm breaking down the four levels of using AI in your business: from simply chatting with AI, to giving it context, building repeatable systems, and ultimately integrating AI into the way your business actually operates.And if you've been feeling like you're “behind” on AI, I want you to hear this: you probably aren't behind. You may just be using AI at the wrong level.Things I Cover:Why most entrepreneurs don't actually have an AI problem—they have an operating system problemThe 4 levels of AI in business: Chat → Context → Systems → IntegrationWhy giving AI better context can be more powerful than searching for the “perfect prompt”How to turn AI from a tool you occasionally use into a role within your businessThe difference between using AI for a single task and building a repeatable AI systemHow AI can support your calendar, inbox, CRM, meetings, content, team, and client follow-upWhy chasing every new AI tool could actually be slowing you downThe one question I want you to ask before hiring another person or adding another toolHow to identify ONE repetitive process in your business that AI could help you build once and use repeatedlyWhy the biggest AI advantage may not belong to the entrepreneur who knows the most tools—but to the one who knows where AI belongsYour ChallengePick one thing you do over and over again in your business.Instead of asking, “How can AI help me do this today?”Ask: “How can I build this once so AI helps me do it every time?”That shift—from using AI to building with AI—could completely change the way you operate.If this episode gave you a new perspective on how you're using AI, share it with another entrepreneur who needs to hear this.And if you're ready to start building AI into your actual business, connect with me on Instagram at @itsraquelq for resources, workshops, and ways to start building the systems behind your business.Build better. Live bigger. Play Bigger.

What if the thing holding your business back has nothing to do with your work?We've coached over 450 creatives at this point, and the most successful ones are almost never the most talented ones.We get on calls with filmmakers and photographers who are better shooters than we'll ever be. Better gear. Better organized. One guy had a spreadsheet of every person he'd ever pitched, when he followed up, and what he sent. And the business still wasn't moving.Talent can actually work against you here, because it hands you something to keep polishing instead of something to test. So you re-edit the portfolio piece instead of sending the pitch. You wait until it feels ready. And ready doesn't show up on its own.Here's the part nobody says out loud: the creatives who build the business aren't the ones who felt ready first. They're the ones who got their hands on real evidence that it was possible for them.In this episode, Joey and Christy break down exactly where that evidence comes from, and it isn't affirmations or mindset work. Christy tells the story of flying to San Diego on money she didn't have just to carry a photographer's bags for a day, and how one day rewired what she thought her business could be. Joey tells the story of getting dropped off at two working filmmakers' houses at thirteen years old, being completely useless on set, and why it set the direction for everything after.Then we get practical about how you go get the same thing this month.Why the most talented creative in the room is often the most stuckThe difference between borrowing confidence and trying to manufacture itWhy following someone on Instagram isn't proximity, and what actually isHow humility is the fastest on-ramp to confidence in your businessThe one assignment to run this week to get real evidence it's possible for youBelief is buildable. It's not a personality trait, and it's not reserved for people who look like they were born with it.

Description:What if the next level of your business doesn't require working harder, but learning what you should stop doing yourself?On this episode of I Am Refocused Radio, Shemaiah Reed sits down with Kirsten Graham, co-founder of Six Figure Business Coaching, business coach, podcaster, and real estate investor, for a practical conversation about building a business that can grow without consuming your entire life.Kirsten helps entrepreneurs create stronger systems, delegate with confidence, use Virtual Assistants, embrace automation, and focus their energy on the work that actually moves the business forward. Her approach is built around a simple idea: entrepreneurs shouldn't have to wear every hat in the company in order to succeed.In this conversation, we explore:Why doing everything yourself eventually becomes a barrier to growthHow to know when it's time to hire or outsourceWhat entrepreneurs should delegate firstHow Virtual Assistants can support marketing, bookkeeping, podcast outreach, video content, and daily operationsWhy systems are essential for sustainable growthHow AI and automation are changing small businessThe difference between being self-employed and truly leading a companyHow entrepreneurs can increase visibility without living on social mediaWhy financial clarity matters when scalingHow to build a business that gives you more freedom instead of creating another jobKirsten also shares lessons from her background in real estate, mortgages, entrepreneurship, and coaching, and explains why the right people, systems, and processes can completely change the trajectory of a business.If you're an entrepreneur who feels overwhelmed by the endless list of things that need to get done, this conversation may challenge one of the biggest assumptions in business:You don't have to do everything to be successful. You have to build something that works without everything depending on you.https://sixfigurebusinesscoaching.com/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/i-am-refocused-radio--2671113/support.Subscribe now at YouTube.com/@RefocusedNetworkThank you for your time. 

When Brittney Scott first came on The Bad Therapist Show, she was still in the early stages of producing her podcast, Mother Daughter Relationship Show, and figuring out what kind of marketing she could keep doing without forcing herself to become an Instagram person. A lot has changed since then.In this episode, Brittney is back to talk about what happened when she gave her marketing enough time to work. We get into the reality of publishing when almost no one is listening, the mindset that helped her stay with it, and why she approaches problems in her business so differently now.Brittney also shares how her podcast, website, email list, and social media started working together. We talk about what she needed to understand before she felt ready to hand parts of the process to someone else, and why understanding the craft and knowing what sounds like her made that handoff possible.We also talk about a much bigger change in her business: creating a coaching offer alongside her therapy work. Brittney explains why that shift made sense for her life, what she had to do to make the coaching offer genuinely different from therapy, and her advice if you're considering the same move.If you have been wondering whether to keep going with your marketing, build a new offer, or finally delegate so you can get some of your time back, this conversation is for you.More about Brittney ScottBrittney Scott is a therapist and mother-daughter relationship coach. She helps mothers and daughters improve their relationships through a clearly defined coaching program, and she hosts the Mother Daughter Relationship Show. Brittney is also a two-time graduate of Liberated Business.Topics covered on Coaching for TherapistsWhat helped Brittney keep publishing before her podcast had an audienceHow giving herself permission to be a beginner changed the way she worksWhy podcasting and SEO felt like a better fit than relying on social mediaWhat happens when your marketing channels begin supporting one anotherHow Brittney knew she was ready to hand off more of her podcast productionWhy learning a process first can make you much better at hiring for itHow being a military spouse informed what Brittney needed from her businessThe work involved in making coaching genuinely different from therapyWhy adding coaching is not the obvious next step for every therapistWhat customized business support gave Brittney that a rigid formula could notResources from this episodeThe Liberated Business Program: https://www.thebadtherapist.coach/liberatedbusinessReference book: Buy Back Your Time: Get Unstuck, Reclaim Your Freedom, and Build Your Empire by Dan MartellConnect with Felicia:Get my freebie & join the email list: The Magic SheetsInstagram: @the_bad_therapistWebsite: www.thebadtherapist.coachConnect with Brittney Scott:Website: www.brittneymscott.comPodcast: Mother Daughter Relationship ShowInstagram: @theBrittneyScottThreads: @thebrittneyscottRelated episodesFinding Your Authentic Marketing Strategy as a Therapist with Brittney Scott [Ep 114]How to Get Off Insurance and Build a Cash Pay Practice Without the Income Dip [Ep 163]Quote“I think if you're not interested in marketing at all, you're not interested in having a business at all.” - Brittney Scott

Meredith turned 200 followers and a dream into a sold out offer. What if the thing standing between you and your next chapter isn't a bigger following, more experience, or the "right" moment — it's just deciding to bet on yourself? In this episode, Jenna sits down with Magic Marketing Machine client Meredith Smith (@houstonkidsyoga), who walked away from a corporate consulting career and a business that bored her to launch Houston Kids Yoga and sold out multiple camps with fewer than 200 Instagram followers.In this episode:Why Meredith calls betting on herself "the single hardest decision" she's ever made in businessThe corporate-consulting-to-kids'-yoga pivot, and the moment with her three-year-old son that sparked itHow messaging clarity (not audience size) is the real driver behind selling your offer The mindset shift that reframes "starting a new business" as never really starting from zero at all A ton of motivational bite-sized entrepreneurship motivational takeaways that will amp you up to follow your business dreamsThe takeaway: You don't need years of audience-building or a perfect roadmap to succeed in entrepreneurship — you need messaging clarity and the willingness to take the next right step. That's exactly what we help you do inside Magic Marketing Machine, and enrollment is open now if you're ready to stop waiting for the "right" moment.www.magicmarketingmachine.comFollow along with Meredith's journey and her newly viral reel: @HoustonKidsYoga on InstagramReady for the same clarity that helped Meredith sell out camps with under 200 followers? ENROLL IN MAGIC MARKETING MACHINE Here's more about the proven strategy you'll use when you work with us:https://www.videoask.com/f7xjzo38p

Send us Fan MailWhat does success really mean if achieving it comes at the expense of your health?In this episode of The Autoimmune RESET, I'm joined by business strategist and entrepreneur Lisa Johnson for an honest conversation about chronic illness, ambition and the pressure to keep going—even when your body is asking you to stop.Lisa shares what it was like to build an extraordinarily successful business while dealing with persistent health problems and the uncertainty of not always knowing what was wrong. Despite feeling mentally motivated and capable, her body was telling a different story.We explore why financial success does not necessarily translate into happiness or wellbeing, and how Lisa began to reconsider what “enough” looked like—not only financially, but across her work, relationships and health.Lisa also discusses the small but significant changes she made to create a more sustainable life, the importance of asking for help and why being open about what we are experiencing can deepen relationships rather than weaken them.This is a thoughtful conversation about recognising when the way you are living is no longer working, listening to the signals your body is sending you and finding a version of success that leaves room for your health.In this episode, we discuss:Lisa's experience of managing chronic illness while building a multimillion-pound businessThe disconnect between feeling mentally well and being physically unwellWhy ambition can make it difficult to recognise—or respond to—the body's warning signsThe emotional impact of unexplained symptoms and diagnostic uncertaintyHow stress, pressure and perfectionism can affect our healthRedefining success beyond income, growth and external achievementThe question Lisa asked herself when deciding what needed to changeWhy one strategic change can sometimes have a positive effect across your entire lifeBalancing ambition with health, relationships and happinessThe value of authenticity, vulnerability and asking other people for supportLisa's advice for anyone considering leaving employment and starting a businessKey takeawayYour body can be struggling even when your mind feels ready to keep going. Sustainable success is not simply about what you can achieve—it is also about creating a life that your health can support.Chapters00:00 — Introduction to Lisa Johnson and her journeyMeet Lisa and hear how her experiences with health and entrepreneurship began to intersect.02:08 — The intersection of health and ambitionWhy being mentally driven does not always mean that your body has the same capacity.06:08 — Navigating chronic illness and business successLisa discusses ongoing symptoms, diagnostic uncertainty and building a highly successful business alongside chronic illness.12:00 — Redefining success and prioritising wellbeingWhy money and achievement alone were no longer enough—and what Lisa began to prioritise instead.17:46 — Finding balance: What is enough?A conversation about ambition, growth and recognising when continually striving for more comes at a cost.23:57 — The power of authenticity and vulnerabilityHow honesty, asking for help and allowing other people in can strengthen relationships and create meaningful support.30:04 — Helping others transition into entrepreneurshipLisa shares her perspective on starting a business and creating success in a more intentional and sustainable way.Listen now to discover how Lisa began redefining success, responding differently to her body and creating space for both ambition and wellbeing.Connect with Lisa JohnsonYou can find Lisa on Instagram at @lisajohnsonstrategist, where she shares more about business, success and building a career on your own terms. Lisa personally responds to her Instagram messages, so you can also contact her there with any questions.

What happens when you combine 20+ years of payments experience, entrepreneurship, podcasting, and the rapid rise of AI?In Episode 401 of B2B Vault – The Biz To Biz Podcast, Alan Kopelman takes us through his journey from the restaurant industry into payments—and how the industry has evolved from phone-line terminals and complicated leasing models to digital payments, AI, stablecoins, and agentic commerce.We also dive into:

Enova International has spent two decades using machine learning underwriting to serve consumers and small businesses who sit outside prime bank criteria, and its pending $369 million acquisition of Grasshopper Bank would give it a national charter for the first time. Steve Cunningham became CEO in January 2026 after nearly a decade as the company's CFO, following earlier stops as a bank regulator at the FDIC and as chief risk officer at Discover. He joins the show to explain what a fully digital lender looks for in a nonprime borrower, why credit quality looks solid in his portfolio right now, and how he's answering the senators and state attorneys general who want regulators to block the Grasshopper deal.What We CoveredSteve's path from FDIC regulator to Capital One, Harley-Davidson, and DiscoverMoving from the CFO chair to the CEO chair six months inEnova's brand portfolio: CashNet, NetCredit, and OnDeckUnderwriting nonprime and near-prime consumers versus underwriting small businessesThe lift Enova's proprietary models get over a plain FICO or VantageScoreWhy all their products use different underwriting modelsWhat Enova's weekly vintage data shows about the health of the consumerWhy gas prices matter less to consumer spending than headlines suggestHow Enova is using generative and agentic AI across the businessThe real thesis behind the Grasshopper Bank acquisition (see my podcast with CEO Mike Butler)Steve's response to the senators and state attorneys general opposing the dealWhat banking-as-a-service adds to Enova's roadmapWhere Enova wants to be by 2030Key TakeawaysEnova's NetCredit yields and losses aren't outliers when benchmarked against what banks themselves report to the FDIC each quarter, Cunningham argues, pushing back on the "predatory" framing critics apply to the company.The Grasshopper deal is primarily about simplifying a patchwork of direct state licenses and bank partnership arrangements, not chasing cheap deposits, though the deposit base is a welcome bonus.Because Enova's consumer loans repay every two weeks or faster, the company sees shifts in borrower behavior in its own vintage data well before those shifts show up in macro statistics.Small business underwriting at Enova is built around the health of roughly 900 different industry codes rather than a borrower's personal credit, making it a fundamentally different discipline than consumer underwriting.About Steve CunninghamSteve Cunningham is CEO of Enova International, a role he took on in January 2026 after nearly a decade as the company's CFO. He previously served as chief risk officer and treasurer at Discover, CFO of Harley-Davidson Financial Services, held senior finance roles at Capital One, and began his career as a bank regulator at the FDIC.Connect with Fintech One-on-One:Tweet me @PeterRentonConnect with me on LinkedInFind previous Fintech One-on-One episodes

Is Cannes Lions still about great creative or has it become something more? In this episode, Director of Client Services, Susan Saltwell sits down with Christin Daniels and Amber Halverson after their first experience at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity to unpack what they saw, what surprised them, and what the festival reveals about where the marketing and advertising industry is headed. From massive brand activations and the rise of creators to AI, effectiveness, in-house agencies, and the evolving role of creativity, they explore what happens when creativity has to prove its impact.Listen to learn:The evolution of Cannes Lions, from an awards-focused creative festival to an immersive global industry experienceCreativity vs. effectiveness: why great creative isn't enough if it doesn't move the businessThe rise of brand experiences and creators: how brands are building connection beyond traditional advertisingAI, integrity, and the future of the industry: where innovation meets the need for accountability and human judgmentWhat makes great agency-client relationships: collaboration, shared objectives, deep audience understanding, and business outcomesThis episode is for anyone responsible for turning ideas into measurable business results. Whether you're considering Cannes for yourself or simply trying to understand where the industry is going, this conversation offers a candid look at what the world's biggest creative festival can teach us about craft, culture, strategy, and effectiveness.Like, subscribe, and listen to the full episode for an inside look at Cannes Lions, and the ideas, lessons, and hard truths Christin and Amber brought home with them.Follow INSPIRED Vibe IG: https://www.instagram.com/inspirethevibe/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@inspirethevibe YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@inspirethevibe LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/inspirethevibe/ Follow the hosts Christin's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christindaniels/ Amber's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amberhalvorson/ Susan's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-saltwell-47880911/

#086.  Most parents think about building wealth through savings, investments, or real estate. But what if one of the most powerful financial literacy tools you could give your kids was a business they could actually see working in real time?In this episode, Justin sits down with Jon Ostenson, founder of FranBridge Consulting and one of the top franchise consultants in the US, to explore how business ownership — specifically non-food franchising — can be both a wealth-building vehicle and a live classroom for the next generation.Jon shares how leaving the corporate world changed not just his income, but the money conversations he has with his kids. From paying his children through the business and building them a tax-advantaged nest egg, to teaching his son about the marketing funnel on the school run — Jon is doing exactly what MoneyDad is all about: making real money lessons part of everyday life.In this episode we cover:Why business ownership changes your relationship with money in ways investing alone never doesThe non-food franchise categories seeing the most momentum right nowWhat "franchise stacking" is and how families are using it to build diversified income streamsHow some parents are buying franchises specifically for their kids to operate — acting as the capital partner while the franchisor provides the support systemFranchise vs. buying an existing independent businessThe one money lesson Jon believes every parent should be teaching their kids right nowWhether you're seriously considering business ownership or just starting to think about it, this conversation will challenge how you think about wealth, lifestyle, and what you're modelling for your children.Resources mentioned:FranBridge Consulting: franbridgeconsulting.comFree download: Non-Food Franchising by Jon Ostenson (available at franbridgeconsulting.com)Show notes and more at:https://moneydadpodcast.com/session086Support the show

Not all revenue is good revenue.Sometimes, the highest-paying client can become the most expensive problem in your business.In this episode of The Level Up Podcast, Paul Alex breaks down why toxic clients can damage your culture, drain your team, and cost you far more than the revenue they bring in.A massive account may look valuable on paper.But if that client constantly disrespects your staff, demands work outside the agreement, and uses payment as leverage, the hidden cost can be enormous.In this episode, you'll learn:• How toxic clients quietly destroy employee morale• Why protecting bad revenue can cost you your best people• How removing a nightmare account can free up time and energy• Why strong boundaries create a healthier and more profitable businessThe truth is simple:Your team's respect is worth more than one massive invoice.Protect the culture.Draw the line.Walk away from clients who refuse to respect the relationship.Then redirect that recovered time and energy toward customers who value your work and honor your boundaries.True leverage is the willingness to walk away.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/inpaulalex2024Looking 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.comFREE Copy of my book “Blue to Digital Gold - The New American Dream”www.officialPaulAlex.com

Nobody teaches most coaches and entrepreneurs what to do once the money actually starts coming in.You learn how to get clients. You learn how to make sales. But then suddenly you're making more money, your taxes are bigger, your expenses are growing, and you're not entirely sure how much you should be saving, spending, or investing.In this episode, Kendra and financial coach Emily Bowie get into the practical side of building wealth as an entrepreneur. They talk about managing cash flow, preparing for taxes, investing, retirement, lifestyle creeping, and why making more money isn't the same thing as becoming wealthy.In This Episode:The #1 place your cash leaks first (hint: you look at it every day and still get it wrong)The "hidden" cost most people forget to price for that eats your entire marginWhy being an S-corp too soon can quietly kill your businessThe tax rule that lets you rent your own house to yourself, tax-free

Bigger weddings can mean bigger revenue—but they can also come with bigger expenses.Studio rent. Coolers. Ladders. Lifts. Rental inventory. Delivery vehicles. Equipment. Staffing.And if you are not careful, all of those expenses can start eating away at the profit you were hoping to make by taking on larger events.In this episode, Jeni shares some of the practical hacks she has learned after more than 20 years in the floral industry for scaling into larger weddings without feeling like you need to buy everything first.She starts by challenging the idea that a successful florist needs a beautiful commercial studio. Jeni has operated as a home-based florist throughout her career and explains why keeping overhead low has allowed her to protect profit while still building a workspace capable of handling large-scale events.She also talks about one investment she does believe can dramatically change the experience of taking on bigger weddings: a cooler. Having proper flower storage can reduce stress, protect delicate product, and give you more flexibility during busy wedding weeks.From there, Jeni dives into renting instead of buying.Need a 12-foot ladder for one installation? Rent it.Need a lift for a massive hanging installation? Rent it—and understand exactly what kind of lift the venue has before assuming it will work.Need Harlow stands or specialty event equipment that you may only use once? Check with event rental companies before adding more inventory to your studio.Jeni also shares why she continues to rent U-Hauls instead of investing in an expensive branded cargo van. For her business, paying for transportation only when she needs it makes more financial sense than adding another major fixed expense.The goal is not to look like the biggest floral company.The goal is to build a profitable business with the tools and resources that make the work easier—without unnecessarily increasing your overhead.In this episode, Jeni talks about:Why bigger weddings can quickly eat away at your profit marginWhy you do not need a commercial studio to have a successful floral businessThe financial reality of adding thousands of dollars in monthly rentHow a home-based studio can support a large wedding businessWhy having a cooler can become a game changer as you scaleFinding more affordable used or commercial coolersWhy you should consider renting equipment before buying itRenting ladders for large installationsWhat to ask venues about their lifts before wedding dayHow the wrong lift turned one installation into a seven-hour projectWhy renting specialty event equipment can make more sense than owning itAsking rental companies about wedding-vendor discountsWhy you do not necessarily need an expensive branded delivery vanHow Jeni uses U-Haul rentals for large wedding weekendsWhy transportation costs need to be built into delivery, setup, and teardown feesHow controlling overhead helps protect profit as your business growsKey takeawayYou do not have to own every resource your business might someday need.Before adding another major expense, ask:Do I actually need to own this—or do I simply need access to it?Scaling does not have to mean piling on overhead.Sometimes the smartest way to grow is to rent, borrow, optimize what you already have, and spend money only where it genuinely makes your business easier and more profitable.

Designed to Profit Stories - Summer Series Part 6 of 13From Veterinarian to Entrepreneur: Building a Purpose-Driven BusinessHow do you build a business around one of the hardest experiences people will ever face?In this episode of the Designed to Profit Stories series, I'm joined by Jen Robertson, a 3/5 Emotional Projector, veterinarian and founder of Sage Paws, where she helps pet parents prepare emotionally for the loss of a beloved pet.Jen shares the deeply personal journey that led her from veterinary medicine into entrepreneurship, how Human Design helped her trust her path, and why recognition—not hustle—has become the compass for building her business.We also dive into what it actually feels like to be a Projector in business, how to recognize aligned invitations, why she chose to pause one business to fully commit to another, and how validation became the foundation of everything she creates.Whether you're navigating grief, building a purpose-driven business, or trying to trust your own path, this conversation is full of wisdom you'll carry with you.In This EpisodeWhat it means to be a 3/5 Emotional ProjectorBuilding a business around anticipatory pet loss griefWhy purpose often reveals itself through lived experienceTrusting invitations and recognition in Human DesignLearning to follow emotional authority in businessThe difference between forcing and flowing in entrepreneurshipWhy Jen chose to pause one business to fully commit to anotherThe challenge of trying to combine two businesses into oneCreating content that helps people instantly feel seenWhy podcasting became the perfect platform for her messageBuilding offers before creating contentHow Human Design creates a more sustainable businessMemorable MomentsThe family who chose Jen because they "saw compassion in her eyes."Why anticipatory grief deserves a name.The postpartum moment that completely changed Jen's life.How recognition feels for a Projector.The difference between the right invitation and the wrong one.Why pausing a business isn't the same as failing.Connect with Jenn Robertson @_sage_paws and at www.sagepaws.comStep inside Designed to Profit here

You have invested in your craft. You've done the work. Your portfolio is strong. And somehow, it still feels like you're the best-kept secret that nobody knows about.This is one of the most demoralizing places to be in business because the thing you can point to, your work, isn't actually the thing that's broken. At a certain point, the gap isn't skill. It's everything happening around the skill. Because as much as we'd all love for great work to simply speak for itself, the market doesn't automatically reward talent. It rewards the photographers who can clearly communicate their value, build trust, and make the right client think, “That's exactly what I need.”In this episode, we're looking at what actually keeps talented brand photographers stuck and the four gaps that could be standing between you and better clients, stronger inquiries, and more bookings. And yes, I'm going to tell you to put down the Lightroom catalog for a minute.

What if your newsletter could do more than just sit in someone's inbox every week?In this episode, I'm taking you behind the scenes of two recent email marketing projects I've been working on and breaking down the exact strategies we're using to turn subscribers into warm leads, create FOMO, and ultimately convert people into paying customers.Because your email list should not be an afterthought.I'm walking you through how I'm building a waitlist strategy for Cocktails & Clothes, including the welcome sequence, weekly newsletter, segmentation, speed networking events, early-access offers, and the systems that keep the waitlist warm.I'm also sharing how I took a business strategist from basically zero to a fully automated newsletter system in just three weeks — including why I chose GoHighLevel over Substack, how we're using different signup forms and welcome sequences based on where someone came from, and why having a content strategy behind your newsletter matters SO much.And honestly? This is the unglamorous backend stuff that actually works.In this episode, I'm breaking down:How to build an email marketing strategy that turns followers into paying customersThe influencer strategies and creator tips you can use to create FOMO around your offerHow to create a waitlist that actually stays warm and convertsThe email sequence I'm using to nurture people from waitlist signup to purchaseWhy segmentation from day one is non-negotiableHow to use a weekly newsletter to consistently showcase wins, testimonials, events, and social proofWhy your newsletter should have a goal beyond simply “sending content”How to create different welcome sequences based on where your subscribers came fromWhy you may need multiple signup forms for your email listHow to build a newsletter content bank so you're never starting from scratchWhy I chose GoHighLevel instead of jumping on the Substack trainHow to build automated email marketing systems without adding another million tools to your businessThe importance of documenting your backend systems so you actually know how everything worksHow I took a newsletter system from kickoff to launch in just three weeksWant to see behind the scenes of my client Marie's waitlist email strategy for Cocktails & Close? 

Send us Fan MailHave you ever looked up and realized it's been weeks, or even months, since you last posted?You're not alone.Many business owners don't stop marketing because they don't care. They stop because they're exhausted, overwhelmed, and trying to do everything themselves. Unfortunately, when your audience stops seeing you, they may assume your business has disappeared too.In this episode of Imperfect Marketing, Kendra Corman shares a personal story about the time she unintentionally went completely dark and nearly lost business opportunities because people assumed she had closed her business. She explains why consistent visibility matters more than constant content and offers a practical framework for marketing that works in real life, especially when you're a team of one.You'll discover how to simplify your marketing, stop chasing every platform, and create a sustainable plan that keeps your business visible without leading to burnout.In this episode, you'll learn:Why disappearing from your marketing can quietly cost you businessThe hidden pressure of being a one person marketing teamHow to choose one primary marketing channel and use it effectivelyWhy batching content can save time and reduce stressHow to build a minimum viable marketing routine you can maintainSmart ways to use AI to support your marketing while keeping your authentic voiceThree simple action steps to help you stay consistently visibleIf you've ever felt overwhelmed trying to keep up with marketing, this episode will help you focus on what truly matters so you can show up consistently and confidently.Connect with Kendra CormanIf this episode resonated with you, subscribe to the podcast, leave a review, and share it with another entrepreneur who could use a reminder that sustainable marketing always beats burnout.Learn more about Kendra and her marketing resources at her website, and connect with her on LinkedIn for more practical marketing strategies. Looking to leverage AI? Want better results? Want to think about what you want to leverage?Check and see how I am using it for FREE on YouTube. From "Holy cow, it can do that?" to "Wait, how does this work again?" – I've got all your AI curiosities covered. It's the perfect after-podcast snack for your tech-hungry brain. Watch here

Send us Fan MailWhen was the last time you kept a promise to yourself that nobody else knew about?For most of my life, I couldn't have answered that question. I told people I was training for a marathon I never started. I called myself a business owner while doing none of the things business owners actually do behind the scenes. And I was broke, desperate, and nearly destitute the entire time.The money was a symptom. The disease was that I had spent years breaking promises to myself.In this solo episode of The Sign & Thrive Podcast, I unpack the half of self-love that almost nobody teaches. We hear endless advice about rest, boundaries, and protecting your peace, and I'm a fan of all of it. But there's no language at all for the kind of self-love that gets you moving toward your own dream instead of everyone else's.I've been coaching notaries for ten years, and I can count on one hand how many people said they'd focus on their business "after this season" and actually came back ready to build. I still have fingers left. This episode is about why that happens and how to break the pattern.What we cover:Why your confidence erodes without a single moment you can point toThe confidence account, and why your mind records the broken promise but never the excuseHow The Miracle Morning and the S.A.V.E.R.S. gave me a starting point when I couldn't build my own systemWhy your calendar is a ranked list of what you actually believe mattersPrioritization as a learnable skill, not a personality trait, and why nobody ever taught usHow order taker status keeps notaries reactive to rings, dings, and pingsThe three-layer system I run: weekly top three, daily big three, and my Daily Do'sFive practical ways to protect your focus time without losing responsive, fast-answer businessThe oxygen mask principle for helpers who feel selfish prioritizing themselvesIf you've been putting your dream on the back burner in the name of helping everyone else, this one is for you.Ready to build your own Daily Do's? Join me inside High Performance Notary on Skool and upgrade to VIP, and we'll build your routine together. Get the link at NotaryCoach.comMentioned in this episode: The Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod

Getting a massive retail PO can feel like the breakthrough your CPG brand has been waiting for. But what if saying “yes” actually puts you out of business?In this episode of CPG Insiders, Dr. Mark Young and Justin are joined by CPA and fractional CFO Scotty Palmer to break down one of the biggest challenges facing growing consumer brands: managing cash while scaling.Scotty shares real-world examples of brands that looked profitable on paper but were nearly out of cash, companies trapped by expensive receivables factoring, and founders who landed major retail opportunities only to discover they couldn't afford to fulfill them.They also unpack why your best-selling SKU isn't necessarily your most profitable, how rapid retail expansion can create a cash-flow crisis, and why looking backward at financial statements isn't enough when your business is growing forward.In this episode:The difference between profitability and cash flowWhy a big retail PO can actually hurt your businessThe hidden cost of receivables factoringHow to model cash needs before entering more storesWhy more SKUs don't always mean more profitHow to identify your most profitable products and channelsThe difference between a bookkeeper, controller, and CFOWhy growing brands need a forward-looking financial strategyIf you're building a CPG brand and preparing to scale into brick-and-mortar retail, this episode will help you understand the numbers behind sustainable growth.Learn more about CPG Insiders: https://cpginsiders.com/Connect with Scotty Palmer / Take the financial quiz: https://palmersadvisers.com/Get your copy of The 27 Unbreakable Rules: https://a.co/d/0bUR3OHeSubscribe for more conversations about building, scaling, and growing successful consumer brands.#CPG #CPGBrands #CashFlow #RetailStrategy #businessgrowth #CPGInsiders

Capacity is something you design. And when you feel strain, it's about that design, not about passion or ability.In this conversation, I talk with two leaders who've redesigned their organizations to support the full weight of incredible org impact. Casey Lardner is the Executive Director of Genspace, the world's first community biology lab, Chidi Asoluka is the Founder and CEO of NewComm, which went from a classroom experiment with 18 kids to a student-led organization delivering projects for the NYC Department of Health and Mount Sinai. In this episode, you'll hear:Why sustainability starts with clarity — you can't design the right systems until you know what you're running towardThe mindset shift from vision holder to architect of systems, and how Chidi stopped being the bottleneck in his own orgHow Casey unlearned "strain equals effort" and started treating burnout as a diagnosable syndrome, not a cost of doing businessThe roles-and-responsibilities work that has to land before shared decision-making or partnerships can actually lighten your loadWhat frees up when operational work leaves the founder's plate: time in the field, time to think, time to dreamYou'll walk away with a practical way to read your own strain as data — and a starting point for building an org that keeps running when you step back. Want to work together? Apply for the Next Level Nonprofit Mastermind, a high-touch coaching and training accelerator for established organizations with $1M+ budgets that are ready to design for impact sustained at scale.  Budget under $1M? Join Elevate and get proven step-by-step playbooks + coaching support to build each of the core elements of your nonprofit's operating system - strategic clarity, a fundraising engine, a high-performance team, and an active and engaged board!   Connect with me!LinkedInInstagramYouTube

How can a roofing company have plenty of work—and still have no money?The phones are ringing, salespeople are selling, crews are busy, and revenue may even be growing. But the owner is putting money into the company, credit-card balances are increasing, and every dollar that comes in seems to disappear.Most contractors assume the answer is more sales. But more sales don't solve bad math—they multiply it.In this episode, Dave explains why financial health must be the first part of a Roofing Business Health Check and why the financial statements many contractors rely on may be incomplete, outdated, or set up incorrectly.SHOW NOTESIn this episode, you'll learn:Why revenue, money in the bank, and being busy do not prove that a roofing company is profitableThe five financial vital signs every roofing contractor should understandWhy QuickBooks must be set up specifically for a construction businessThe difference between the bookkeeper's job, the CPA's job, and the owner's responsibilityHow to recognize the gross-profit roller coasterWhy bad financial information leads to bad estimates and pricingWhy selling more work can make a cash problem worseHow the Roofing Business Health Check identifies the real problem before prescribing a solutionYou don't need to become an accountant. But you do need to understand the scoreboard well enough to know whether your company is winning or losing.Before making decisions about hiring, pricing, marketing, borrowing, or growth, ask two questions:What do the numbers say?And are they telling the truth?RESOURCESRoofing Business Health Check:https://theroofercoach.com/health-check/Episode 489 — Is Your Roofing Business Healthy?https://theroofercoach.com/489SPONSORSProLine CRM helps roofing contractors follow up consistently, manage their sales process, and prevent leads from falling through the cracks.Learn more:https://theroofercoach.com/prolineUse code DAVE50.SMA Support provides trained virtual assistants and support teams who can help answer phones, follow up with leads, rehash old opportunities, request reviews, manage the CRM, and keep routine work from falling back onto the owner.Learn more:https://theroofercoach.com/smasupportCONNECT WITH DAVELearn more about The Roofer Coach:https://theroofercoach.com/Subscribe to The Roofer Show wherever you listen to podcasts. If the show has helped you build a more profitable roofing business, please leave a review.About The Roofer ShowThe Roofer Show Podcast helps roofing contractors grow their businesses, make more money, and have more free time.Hosted by Dave Sullivan, The Roofer Coach, the show shares practical advice on roofing sales, marketing, operations, leadership, and financial management.

#391: Rachel Blank is the Founder and CEO of Allara, a virtual care platform built for the millions of women living with complex, chronic conditions. Allara makes expert healthcare accessible by connecting patients with specially trained, and highly empathetic doctors and Registered Dietitians who treat patients from a whole health perspective. Rachel founded Allara following her own experience struggling to get a diagnosis and trusted treatment for PCOS. Prior to founding Allara, Rachel was the Director of Strategy at Ro and is a graduate of Harvard Business School.This episode was originally released in June 2025.What you'll learn:Importance of not rushing into marriage, especially when you know it doesn't feel rightWhy Allara Health would not have started if she stayed in her previous relationship and did not call off the weddingHow to re-frame being intimidated by men, especially in work and businessThe difference between feeling unsafe and emotionally understood in a relationshipPersonal experiences with navigating PCOS and different women's health conditionsBILT Credit Card Info (Pay Rent and Earn Points):https://bilt.page/r/HQ06-ZV7OReceive weekly personal insights from Emily's email newsletter and subscribe hereWatch Full Episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whatfulfillsyou/videosENJOY 10% OFF THE WHAT FULFILLS YOU? CARD GAME AT www.whatfulfillsyou.com - code "WHATFULFILLSYOU10"Follow Christina on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/barefacedfemmeFollow the What Fulfills You? Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatfulfillsyouFollow Emily Elizabeth's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emilyeduong/Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Join our champion program: mark@themomentumcompany.comAttend a Thriving Leader event: https://thriving-leader-2026.lovable.app/Instagram: @the.momentum.companyLinkedIn: /momentum-companyIn this episode of The Intentional Agribusiness Leader, Mark sits down with entrepreneur, inventor, creative strategist, retired professional rodeo cowboy, and FullBucket Health co-founder Robo Hendrickson. What begins as a conversation about entrepreneurship quickly becomes a masterclass on intentionality, focus, AI, innovation, and building a business that truly matters.Robo shares one of the biggest shifts in his career.For years, Robo considered himself an opportunist.He was constantly finding new ideas, launching businesses, pursuing partnerships, and chasing the next opportunity. At one point, he had eleven different ventures competing for his attention.Then one question changed everything:What if being intentional mattered more than being opportunistic?That realization led Robo to clear his plate, walk away from good opportunities, and focus his energy on the few things that mattered most.Sometimes success isn't about adding more.It's about having the courage to burn the boats behind you.The conversation moves into Mark's three-part definition of intentional leadership:Be deliberate.Be decisive.Be uniquely who you were created to be.Rather than copying someone else's leadership style, intentional leaders discover their own voice and lead from a place of authenticity.Robo also shares remarkable stories from his entrepreneurial journey.From helping build Sony's first website during the early days of the internet to creating innovative training systems for retail sales teams, Robo reflects on what it was like to pioneer technology before most people understood its potential.The lesson?Great innovators don't wait until they have all the answers.They start building anyway.The conversation naturally shifts to artificial intelligence.Mark and Robo compare today's AI revolution to the birth of the internet—filled with excitement, uncertainty, skepticism, and incredible opportunity.Rather than fearing AI, they encourage leaders to become students of it.Technology will continue to change, but leaders who remain curious and intentional will always have an advantage.One particularly practical discussion centers around how AI is already transforming sales.From coaching conversations and improving emails to helping new salespeople learn faster, AI isn't replacing great salespeople—it's accelerating their growth.The leaders who learn how to work alongside AI will outperform those who ignore it.The second half of the episode explores Robo's return to agriculture through FullBucket Health.After years serving global brands like Sony, GameStop, XM Satellite Radio, and Blockbuster, Robo realized something important:It doesn't matter what you do nearly as much as who you do it with.That realization led Robo back to agriculture alongside two visionary veterinarians, where together they built a company focused on improving animal health through science-backed nutrition and probiotics.The conversation dives into emerging research surrounding gut health, inflammation, the microbiome, and how improving animal health starts from the inside out.It's a fascinating look at where veterinary medicine—and human health—is headed.The episode closes with one of the most inspiring parts of Robo's story.Through FullBucket Health's one-for-one giving program, every product sold helps provide nutritional support to working animals in Guatemala and other developing countries.More than 28 tons of supplements have been distributed while veterinary students and professionals work together to improve animal health, educate families, and create lasting impact in rural communities.It's a reminder that great businesses don't simply create profit.They create purpose.Listen if you are:Struggling with too many opportunities and not enough focusBuilding a business around purpose instead of profitCurious about how AI is changing leadership and salesLeading innovation inside your organizationInterested in entrepreneurship and brand buildingLooking to make a meaningful impact beyond your businessThe most successful leaders don't chase every opportunity—they intentionally choose the few that align with their purpose, then give them everything they've got.

Every person has a story.Most people carry theirs like a wound.Very few transform it into a source of wisdom, authority, service, and lasting impact.In this powerful solo episode, Kellan Fluckiger reveals why your greatest strength has never been what happened to you—but what you've chosen to build from it. If you've been waiting for your past to stop defining you, this conversation will show you how to turn your lived experience into the greatest source of purpose, prosperity, joy, and personal power.Key Takeaways:Why everyone wants power—and where true power actually comes fromThe equation: Story → Lived Experience → Truth → PowerWhy your story is more than a collection of memoriesThe importance of integrating difficult experiences instead of remaining trapped by themTurning pain into wisdom, compassion, resilience, and serviceWhy lived experience carries authority that study alone cannot provideThe difference between knowledge and embodimentHow unresolved stories become complaint, blame, confusion, or identity prisonsWhy integration transforms suffering into perspectiveThe relationship between congruence and personal influenceWhy people trust lived truth more than performanceThe role of service in converting personal transformation into lasting impactWhy your story of becoming is the foundation of meaningful coaching, leadership, writing, speaking, and businessThe difference between simply telling your story and creating transformation through itWhy books built from lived experience create deeper trust and connectionPractical encouragement to identify and build from life's defining experiences

Designed to Profit Stories - Summer Series - Part 3 of 13When Your Business No Longer Fits: A 5/1 Manifestor's Leap into Alignment with Jahje IvesWhat happens when you've built a successful business... but it no longer feels like yours?In this episode of the Designed to Profit Stories series, I'm joined by Jaji Ives, a 5/1 Emotional Manifestor, artist, Human Design guide, and creator of the Embodied Landscape Human Design Deck.Jaji shares her remarkable journey from building a thriving global brand to making the courageous decision to walk away when it no longer aligned with who she had become.Together we explore what it really means to trust yourself, follow creative urges, honour your energy, and build a business that supports your life instead of consuming it.Whether you're a Manifestor or not, this conversation is a powerful reminder that success isn't measured by how long you stay in something—it's measured by whether you're still alive inside it.In This EpisodeWhat it means to be a 5/1 Emotional ManifestorThe lived experience of Channel 35-36: the Channel of TransitorinessWhy walking away from a successful business isn't failureLearning to trust your own inner authority instead of outside adviceThe difference between pushing and creatingWhy rest is an essential part of building a sustainable businessThe true purpose of informing as a ManifestorBoundaries, creativity and protecting your energyReclaiming yourself after burnoutWhy Human Design should reconnect you to yourself—not become another rulebookBuilding a business around your natural creative rhythmThe story behind the Embodied Landscape Human Design DeckMemorable Moments"If it doesn't feel good in your body, investigate why."Why informing is an act of love—not an obligation.The freedom that came after leaving a successful global brand.How creativity arrives through trust rather than force.Why your body often knows before your mind catches up.The difference between building a business that works on paper and one that actually feels good to live.Step inside Designed to Profit here.Connect with Jahje here: Join Jaji's mailing list to receive updates about the upcoming Kickstarter campaign for the Embodied Landscape Human Design Deck, upcoming retreats and future offerings.Final ThoughtsYour business is allowed to evolve as you evolve.Sometimes the bravest business decision you'll ever make isn't starting something new.It's having the courage to leave something behind when your energy is asking you to move in a different direction.That's the heart of this conversation.

Most nonprofit leaders treat capacity like a fuel tank — something you deplete and refill. Brooke Richie-Babbage makes the case that capacity is something you design, and that the strain you're feeling is information about that design, not about your dedication.She's joined by two leaders who've rebuilt theirs in public: Casey Lardner, Executive Director of Genspace, the world's first community biology lab, and Chidi Asoluka, Founder and CEO of NewComm, which went from a classroom experiment with 18 kids to a student-led organization delivering projects for the NYC Department of Health and Mount Sinai.

From Hustle to Legacy: The Entrepreneurial Journey of George RiveraJoin Gabe Arnold as he sits down with George Rivera, a seasoned entrepreneur whose ventures span from supplement sales to online marketing agencies. In this episode, George shares his inspirational story of how relentless persistence, adaptability, and family values have shaped his success — and his approach to legacy. Whether you're building a business or navigating life's priorities, George's insights on scaling, time management, and relationship-building are invaluable.In this episode:How George discovered his entrepreneurial spirit at age 15 through a direct response adLessons learned from early failures with a popular online course and how he pivotedThe significance of upbringing and personal values in business resilienceBuilding multimillion-dollar ventures in supplements, e-commerce, and online marketingStrategies for scaling business while maintaining personal freedom and family timeThe transformative conversation with his dad about legacy and true successPractical frameworks for relationship capital and becoming “one call away” for opportunitiesEmbracing constraints to boost productivity and prioritize family over businessThe power of community, connection, and authentic relationships in today's digital ageTimestamp Highlights:00:01 - Introduction to George Rivera and his entrepreneurial background00:36 - Recognizing the entrepreneurial itch at age 15 through advertising01:46 - Early failures and what George learned from initial online ventures03:12 - The influence of his dad's success and family values on his business approach04:32 - How George leveraged international supplement sales in Korea06:50 - Finding opportunity in magazine listings and building an early online presence09:33 - The evolution of George's ventures from weight loss supplements to car sales11:49 - The impact of Google's algorithm changes on online business models13:44 - Developing an agency supporting online product launches and the importance of networking15:16 - The milestone of building a supplement company worth over 250 million dollars16:37 - Principles of success: learning from failure and building the right team18:50 - Reflecting on personal growth as a dad and entrepreneur and their interconnection19:30 - The life-changing conversation with George's dad about balance and legacy22:25 - The importance of restructuring business to work less and live more24:47 - Teaching your kids real-world skills through business and the legacy of mentorship26:14 - Building meaningful relationships through network and podcasting efforts33:36 - The “your top 25” relationship-building framework for entrepreneurs36:20 - The irreplaceable value of human connection amidst technological advancement37:16 - Final words on prioritizing family and creating a legacy beyond moneyTakeaway:George Rivera's journey underscores that success isn't just about rapid growth or early wins — it's about resilience, alignment with core values, and the impact you leave on your loved ones. His story encourages entrepreneurs to focus on relationships, personal health, and legacy as the true measures of success.

Season 3, EP 12: Starwood, Brushwood, and the Summer of Healing summaryIn this episode, Emily Otto shares her recent festival experiences, teaching insights, and offers a deep dive into her coaching programs and upcoming masterclass, all aimed at empowering witches, healers, and priestesses to build thriving, sustainable businesses. keywordswitchcraft, sacred intimacy, abundance ritual, business coaching, festival experiences, spiritual community, entrepreneurship, full moon ritual, sacred practices, empowerment key topicsFestival experiences at Starwood and Sirius RisingTeaching sacred intimacy and abundance ritualsAdapting to weather challenges during ritualsOverview of the Rich Witch Collective membershipDetails of the Rebel Mastermind for women entrepreneursUpcoming masterclass on August 13 for witches and healersStrategies for scaling a healing or spiritual businessThe importance of community and live coachingPersonal stories of spiritual and business growthChapters00:00 Introduction and recent festival experiences01:08 Upcoming masterclass for witches and healers02:04 Festival highlights and teaching sacred intimacy03:02 Adapting to weather challenges during rituals04:54 Offering coaching programs and community support06:19 Invitation to join upcoming masterclass and resourcesJoin my REBELLE MASTERMIND -details at www.emilyrebelle.com

Is your studio feeling full, but your revenue still feels capped?In this episode of The Pilates Business Podcast, host Seran Glanfield challenges one of the biggest myths in the boutique fitness industry—that the only way to grow a Pilates studio is by adding more classes, raising prices, or opening a second location.Drawing on more than a decade of experience coaching boutique fitness studio owners, Seran explores how a smarter Pilates business model can unlock sustainable growth without increasing your workload or expanding your space. She shares why relying on a single revenue stream creates unnecessary financial pressure and explains how strategically layering complementary income streams can improve profitability, strengthen client retention, and build a more resilient business.Whether you own a Pilates, barre, or yoga studio, this episode will help you rethink what's possible inside the four walls you already have.In this episode you'll discover:Why adding more classes eventually limits your growthThe hidden risks of relying on one primary revenue streamHow to create additional income without overwhelming your businessThe difference between growing your schedule and growing your profitabilityRevenue streams that enhance your client experience instead of distracting from itHow small studios can build highly profitable boutique fitness businessesWhy sustainable growth starts with your business model—not your square footageIf you're ready to build a more profitable Pilates business without adding more hours to your week, this episode will give you a fresh perspective on what's possible.Got a question for Seran? Add it here

Ocean freight rates are past peak season on the Transpacific and Asia-North Europe, but a widening gap between the NYFI and SCFI on Asia-US West Coast is raising questions about which number actually reflects the market.In this episode, Lars Jensen and Caroline Weaver cover:Why NYFI and SCFI measure fundamentally different things, and how to spot a "phantom GRI" before it costs youWhat index-linked contracts actually protect you from, and how to pick the right index for your businessThe current East Coast/West Coast rate divergence and what's driving itEscalating Middle East shipping risk, including the attack on tankers in Damietta, and why carrier profits aren't proof of market manipulationSign up for weekly podcast highlights and never miss valuable intel.

Designed to Profit Stories - Summer Series - Part 1 of 11 There Is No One Right Way to Build a Business !Is there really one "right" way to build a successful business?If you've ever felt exhausted trying to keep up with social media, questioned whether you're pivoting too much, worried about niching down, or wondered why someone else's strategy simply doesn't work for you, this episode is for you.In this introduction to my new Designed to Profit Stories series, I'm sharing why I believe the online business world has become far too focused on formulas—and why Human Design offers a completely different way forward.Over the next several episodes, you'll meet real entrepreneurs from inside my Designed to Profit community. Together, we'll explore the decisions they've made, the pivots they've taken, the mistakes they've learned from, and how they're building businesses that fit their lives instead of consuming them.Because success isn't about copying someone else's blueprint.It's about building a business that works for you.In This EpisodeWhy there is no single formula for building a successful businessThe biggest myths about consistency, niching and entrepreneurshipHow Human Design can help you make better business decisionsWhy every successful business needs a strong foundationThe difference between hustle culture and aligned business buildingHow I discovered the framework I've unknowingly used to build five multi six-figure businessesWhy coaching matters more than consuming more contentWhat you'll learn throughout this entrepreneur interview seriesWhy I'm choosing to launch Designed to Profit differentlyFinding your "main driver" instead of relying on social mediaRedefining success on your own termsWhat You'll Hear Throughout This SeriesEach conversation will explore topics like:Human Design and entrepreneurshipOffer creationBusiness pivotsLaunch strategiesRest and sustainabilityMarketing without burnoutMaking business decisions with confidenceBuilding a business that supports your life—not the other way aroundEvery guest has a different Human Design.Every guest has built her business differently.And every conversation proves the same thing:There is no one right way to build a business.Memorable MomentsWhy business foundations matter more than business trends.The surprising system behind building five businesses in five different industries.Why your business should support your life—not replace it.How Human Design can become one of the most practical business tools you'll ever use.The difference between learning more and actually implementing what you've learned.Why "enough" looks different for every entrepreneur.Step inside the membership - Designed to ProfitConnect with VickieIf this episode resonates with you and you'd like to build a business that's aligned with who you are—not someone else's blueprint—join us inside Designed to Profit.You'll learn the framework, receive live coaching, and build the foundation for a business you can continue growing for years to come.Join Designed to Profit hereFinal ThoughtsThe most successful businesses aren't built by following someone else's formula.They're built by understanding who you are, who you serve, and creating a business that supports the life you actually want to live.That's exactly what this series is all about.

What if the biggest financial risk in your life isn't the stock market—but your paycheck? Most professionals spend years building successful careers, yet their entire financial future depends on a single employer. In today's world of layoffs, AI disruption, and economic uncertainty, that's becoming an increasingly fragile strategy. In this episode, JR Lowry sits down with Jon Ostenson, founder of FranBridge Consulting and author of Non-Food Franchising, to explore an alternative that more professionals are beginning to consider: business ownership through franchising. Forget fast food. Jon explains why many of today's fastest-growing franchise opportunities are in service businesses—from home services and senior care to B2B consulting—and why they're attracting professionals looking for additional income, long-term wealth, and greater control over their future. Together they discuss:Why relying on one paycheck may be riskier than owning a businessThe biggest myths about franchising—and what it's really likeHow professionals can own businesses while keeping their day jobsThe difference between entrepreneurship and buying into a proven systemWhat makes some businesses more recession-resistant than othersHow business ownership fits into a broader wealth-building strategy Whether you're dreaming of leaving corporate life, looking for a second source of income, or simply thinking more strategically about your financial future, this conversation will challenge how you think about work, risk, and ownership.Check out the full series of “Career Sessions, Career Lessons” podcasts here or visit pathwise.io/podcast/. A full written transcript of this episode is also available at https://pathwise.io/podcasts/jon-ostenson/.For more career guidance and resources, subscribe to my member community at https://community/pathwise.io

A 20-year mortgage lender explains how investors can qualify for loans using rental income alone, no tax returns required.Dante Royster has spent over two decades in mortgage lending, the last several years focused specifically on real estate investors. In this episode, he breaks down what changed in lending after interest rates doubled in late 2022, why roughly one in four transactions today are investor deals, and how DSCR loans let investors qualify off rental income alone. He also shares the honest answer to what lie most investors tell themselves about having a real strategy.Key topics:How DSCR loans qualify investors off rental income, no tax returns or pay stubsWhy the Q4 2022 rate doubling permanently reshaped investor financingWhy one in four real estate transactions are now investorsHow Dante uses AI tools like Claude to move faster in his own businessThe lie most investors tell themselves about having a strategyGuest bio:Dante Royster is a mortgage lending veteran of over 20 years, now focused on real estate investor financing. He is the author of Ultimate Mortgage Guide and runs the YouTube channel Epic Spotlight.Links:

Today's conversation is with Daniel Calcott - founder and CEO of Digital Debt Resolution Agency.Debt collection.For most people, those two words immediately create a negative reaction.But what if the entire industry has been built around the wrong philosophy?In this conversation, Daniel shares how he set out to challenge an industry full of outdated processes, poor customer experiences, and negative perceptions by building a business centred around empathy, communication and resolution rather than collection.Expect to learn:Why Daniel decided to build a debt resolution businessThe problem he believed the industry had been ignoringThe differences between founder thinking and corporate thinkingWhy marketing is really about psychology, communication and trustHow branding can transform even the most traditional industriesWhy Digital DRA chose to become a visible, personality-led businessThe innovations improving customer experience beyond AIThe leadership lessons Daniel has learned building the businessHow uncertainty in the UK has shaped entrepreneurship over the last five yearsWhere debt resolution is heading over the next decadeThis was a fascinating conversation about challenging industries, building trust, creating better customer experiences, and proving that innovation isn't always about technology - it often starts with changing the way people think.Whether you're building a business, leading a team, or simply interested in how disruptive companies are created, there's plenty to take away from this episode.Get 20 lessons from 330 CamBro Conversations - https://colcambro.kit.com/60ed1b527bGet my Linkedin for Sales Guide - https://colcambro.kit.com/products/linked-in-personal-brand-for-sellingOrder your supplements from VitaMonth using CAMBRO for 50% off - https://vitamonth.ukMake Millionaire Money Moves - https://millionaire-fhcpmlvz.manus.spaceAudit your sales process in 4 minutes - https://colinsales-vygp2xak.manus.spaceConnect with Daniel:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-calcott-a44202139/ Website: https://www.digitaldra.co.uk/ Connect with Col:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/col.cambro/Email List: https://colcambro.kit.com/30bde23b0cPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/ColCampbell

AI & Exit Planning Series: Why AI Won't Fix Your Company Ft. Jürgen DaukArtificial intelligence is transforming the way businesses operate, compete, and create value. Every day, new tools promise to increase productivity, improve decision-making, reduce costs, and accelerate growth. But while AI is a powerful business tool, it cannot compensate for weak leadership, poor processes, unclear strategy, inconsistent execution, or a dysfunctional culture.In this episode of the AI & Exit Planning Series, Pat Ennis and Walter Deyhle are joined by leadership expert Jürgen Dauk to explore a simple but important principle: AI won't fix your company. Instead, AI acts as an amplifier. It enhances organizations with strong fundamentals while exposing the weaknesses of those without them. The conversation focuses on what business owners must build first—and how AI can then become a meaningful accelerator of growth, scalability, and transferable value.Whether you're just beginning your AI journey or already implementing AI tools, this episode offers practical guidance for thinking strategically rather than simply chasing the latest technology.In This Episode, We Discuss:Why AI is an accelerator—not a substitute for good leadershipThe leadership, process, and cultural issues AI cannot solveCommon misconceptions business owners have about AIWhat makes a company truly "AI ready"The relationship between AI adoption and business valueWhy buyers care more about business fundamentals than AI tools aloneWhat owners should improve before investing heavily in AIHow AI can expose weaknesses that already exist in a businessThe human skills that become even more valuable in an AI-driven workplaceOne principle every business owner should remember about AI over the next five yearsGuest: Jürgen DaukLeadership Expert | Author | Keynote SpeakerJürgen Dauk helps senior leaders and boards redesign how organizations operate by improving decision-making, distributing ownership, and strengthening execution as companies scale. With decades of executive leadership experience at global technology companies including Oracle and Avaya, he has led international sales, operations, and business transformation initiatives throughout Europe. Today, he advises organizations on building modern Leadership Operating Systems that enable faster decisions, distributed leadership, and outcome-driven execution. Connect with Jürgen:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/juergendauk/─────────────────────────────────────────Ready to assess your own exit readiness?Take the free ExitReadiness® DIY™ Assessment at exitreadiness.comLearn more about working with Pat and Walter at ennislp.comConnect with Pat: linkedin.com/in/pat-ennis-25b4a111/Connect with Walter: linkedin.com/in/walter-deyhle-cpa-abv-cff-maff-cexp-cepa-57386614/─────────────────────────────────────────Building your exit plan at your own pace?Explore ExitReadiness® DIY™ at exitreadiness.com. The platform combines proven frameworks, practical tools, assessments, and educational resources designed to help business owners make better decisions, build more valuable and transferable businesses, and create more options for the future. And when judgment and experience matter most, credentialed exit planning professionals are available to help.─────────────────────────────────────────DISCLAIMER: The information presented in this podcast is provided for educational purposes only. Neither the presenters nor ENNIS Legacy Partners are engaged to render legal, accounting, tax, or other professional services. Consult a qualified professional regarding your specific circumstances. ENNIS Legacy Partners assumes no legal liability for any loss related to information contained in this presentation.Conversations that move you closer to a regret-proof exit. Subscribe To The Channel By Clicking HERE!Learn more about working with Pat and Walter at ennislp.com Connect with Pat: linkedin.com/in/pat-ennis-25b4a111/Connect with Walter: linkedin.com/in/walter-deyhle-cpa-abv-cff-maff-cexp-cepa-57386614/#PatEnnis #WalterDeyhle #ExitReadinessDISCLAIMER: The information in this presentation is provided as education only. Neither the presenter nor ENNIS Legacy Partners is engaged to render legal, accounting, or other professional services. Consult a qualified professional for advice specific to your situation. ENNIS Legacy Partners assumes no legal liability for any loss related to information contained in this presentation.

Everything we knew about getting found on search engines has been upended by AI. It's no longer enough to have a great SEO strategy to help people find you online. ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity –– they need to see you too.Implementing GEO (generative engine optimization) is essential for getting your business surfaced and recommended by AI tools. Can you optimize being found by AI and still keep your humanness and authentic voice?Today's guest has gone all-in on becoming an expert in doing just that. Amy Yamada is a dear friend, AI expert, and one of the most heart-centered, connected, human people you could hope to meet.Amy Yamada is an AI Business Strategist and the founder of TopAuthority.ai, where she helps experts become the ones AI recommends. She and her team created the Discovery Hub - an AI Authority Infrastructure that structures a client's body of work so it's clearly understood, trusted, and surfaced by AI platforms. Known for making Generative Engine Optimization simple and actionable, Amy is leading a new wave of human-centered AI strategy through private advisory, group programs, and speaking.Tune into this episode to hear:Why now is the time to implement a GEO strategy for your businessThe top three things AI engines prioritize when evaluating contentThe code you need to add to your website and why it's not as hard as you thinkHow creating a discovery hub helps AI view you as an authorityWhere to start, whether you're an established expert or your business is newLearn more about Amy Yamada:Website:  http://www.amyyamada.comTopAuthority.ai: http://www.topauthority.aiFacebook: @amyyamadaInstagram: @amyyamadaConnect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyyamadaMentioned: Free AI website audit: amyyamada.com/free-toolThe Discovery Hub: www.topauthority.ai/discovery-hubResources:Grab the first chapter of my new book Scale Solo: scalesolobook.comProgram: No BS Mastery: https://nobsmastery.com/programThe Price to Freedom Calculator™ - http://nobsmastery.com/priceGrab a copy of my book: Badass Your Brand - https://www.badassyourbrand.com/Program: No BS Agency Mastery: https://join.nobsmastery.com/agency-masteryNo BS Clients Lab: https://nobsclientslab.com/

You can be an incredibly talented florist and still struggle to build a profitable wedding floral business.Beautiful flowers may get people's attention, but floral talent is only one part of building a business that grows, pays you, and supports the life you actually want.In this episode, Jeni shares her top five pieces of advice for building a successful wedding floral business. These are the lessons she has learned through more than 20 years of business ownership, over 1,700 weddings, and years of coaching florists through pricing, sales, marketing, profitability, and growth.Jeni begins with one of the most important truths for creative business owners: you need to learn the business side as seriously as you learn the floral side. Sales, marketing, pricing, communication, systems, and client experience are what turn creativity into a sustainable company.She also explains why knowing your numbers matters before chasing bigger revenue. A fully booked calendar and impressive sales numbers do not automatically mean a business is profitable. Florists need to understand their product costs, labor, overhead, taxes, delivery, setup, breakdown, and true profit before trying to scale.The third piece of advice is to show the work you want to book. Your portfolio acts like a menu, teaching potential clients what they can hire you to create. If you want larger installations, elevated weddings, more color, or higher-end projects, your website and social media need to reflect that vision.Jeni also shares why building genuine industry relationships before you need referrals is one of the most valuable growth strategies available. Planners, venues, photographers, rental companies, and other vendors refer the florists who communicate well, solve problems, show up fully, and make the entire team look good.Finally, Jeni explains why getting support can save years of frustration, mistakes, and isolation. Mentors, coaches, masterminds, education, peer groups, and accountability partners can reveal blind spots, shorten the learning curve, and help you believe bigger things are possible for your business.In this episode, Jeni talks about:Why floral talent alone does not create a profitable businessThe business skills every wedding florist needs to developWhy “I'm just a creative” can become a dangerous excuseThe difference between revenue and actual profitWhy a fully booked calendar does not guarantee financial successHow underpricing, overbuying, and overstaffing affect profitWhy your portfolio determines the type of work you attractHow styled shoots, workshops, and collaborations can fill portfolio gapsWhy vendor relationships should be built before bookings slow downHow your behind-the-scenes reputation drives referralsWhy support, coaching, and accountability accelerate growthHow being around action-taking business owners changes what feels possibleJeni's five pieces of advice:Learn the business side as seriously as the floral side.Know your numbers before chasing revenue.Show the work you want to book.Build relationships before you need referrals.Get support instead of figuring everything out alone.Key takeawayYou do not need to master everything overnight, but you do need to treat your wedding floral business like something you are intentionally building—not something you are simply hoping will work.You can create beautiful flowers and build a profitable, sustainable business. Those things do not have to compete. But it takes more than creativity. It takes leadership, strategy, business skills, and a willingness to learn.Mentioned in this episodeThe Floral CEO Mastermindhttp://floralceo.com/mastermindFloral Rockstar Retreat and Workshopshttp://floralceo.com/workshop

If you feel like you should be hiring, delegating, or building a team but your numbers aren't reflecting that growth, this episode is going to challenge that decision. In this episode of The Real Truth About Business podcast, I'm breaking down why outsourcing too soon is one of the fastest ways to hurt your profitability and stall your business strategy. This is for service-based entrepreneurs who are stuck in a revenue plateau, feeling overwhelmed, and thinking the solution is to hire more help. After 9 years of experience, I can tell you that's not always the answer. Inside this episode, I walk you through when outsourcing actually makes sense, how to identify real bottlenecks in your pipeline and sales process, and how to protect your profit while still scaling your business.What You'll Learn:Why outsourcing too soon can decrease your profit instead of increasing itHow to identify whether you need strategy or support in your businessThe difference between hiring for capacity vs hiring for statusHow to determine if something is actually worth delegatingWhy understanding your sales process and pipeline matters before hiringHow to make outsourcing decisions that support real revenue growthEpisode Highlights:[00:00] Introduction: The “hire more” message in the online space[03:00] Why outsourcing has become a status symbol[06:00] Profit vs workload: what actually matters[10:00] Real example: paying a team but not paying yourself[14:00] Why doing everything yourself can reveal what actually matters[18:00] The danger of outsourcing without understanding strategy[21:00] Identifying real bottlenecks in your business[24:00] When outsourcing actually makes sense[26:00] Final thoughts on hiring strategicallyKey Takeaways:Hiring Does Not Automatically Mean GrowthHere's what I see constantly. Business owners assuming that hiring is the next step to scale.After 9 years of working with service-based entrepreneurs, I can tell you that's not always true.Hiring without strategy does not create growth. It creates expense.You can have a full team and still not be profitable. And that's the part no one talks about.A profitable solo business will always outperform an unprofitable business with multiple contractors.Profit Should Always Be the PriorityOutsourcing should increase your profitability, not just decrease your workload.That's the standard.If hiring someone is not:Creating more revenueIncreasing your capacity to sellImproving your conversion rateThen it's not supporting your business growth.Inside the Focused Visionary Framework, this directly impacts your Pricing and Pipeline pillars. Because every expense you add affects your bottom line.Most People Don't Know What They're Actually OutsourcingThis is one of the biggest issues.You hire someone because:You don't like doing itIt takes too longSomeone told you toBut you haven't asked:Do I even need this?When you don't understand the strategy behind what you're outsourcing, you also don't know:What success looks likeWhat ROI should beWhether it's actually workingAnd that's how money gets wasted.You Might Not Be as Busy as You ThinkThis one might sting a little.Most service-based entrepreneurs are not overwhelmed with essential work. They're overwhelmed with unnecessary work.That could look like:Creating content that doesn't convertBeing on platforms that don't bring clientsOvercomplicating your marketingWhen you strip your business back to what actually drives revenue growth, you often realize you don't need as much help as you thought.Hire to Solve a Bottleneck, Not a FeelingThis is the shift.You don't hire because you feel overwhelmed.You hire because you've identified a specific bottleneck:You're at capacity with clientsYou can't take on more sales callsA repeatable process is slowing you downWhen you know exactly what the problem is, you can hire the right support to fix it.That's how outsourcing strengthens your sales process instead of complicating it.Strategy Comes Before SupportThis is one of the most important takeaways.If your pipeline isn't working, hiring someone to bring in more leads won't fix it.If your conversion rate is low, more visibility won't fix it.You need to understand:Where your leads are coming fromHow they're moving through your sales processWhere they're getting stuckOnly then does outsourcing make sense.Otherwise, you're just adding more activity without improving results.You Need to Know If You Need Brains or HandsThis is the simplest way to look at it.Do you need:Strategy (brains)Execution (hands)Most people hire hands when they actually need brains.They hire someone to do the work before they understand what the work should be.And that disconnect is what leads to wasted time, money, and energy.Smart Outsourcing Supports Sustainable GrowthOutsourcing is not the problem.Timing is.When done correctly, outsourcing:Frees up your time for revenue-generating activitiesStrengthens your pipelineImproves your sales processIncreases your profitBut when done too soon, it does the opposite.That's why this decision matters so much.Because the goal is not just to grow your business.It's to grow it profitably.Resources MentionedSubscribe to Back Pocket Insights for FREEBook a CEO Strategy Call Learn more about The Missing Piece IntensiveLearn more about The Focused Visionary AcceleratorDownload the FREE Lead and Conversion TrackerSubscribe to the Sunday Morning Brew NewsletterAbout the Host:Michelle DeNio is a business strategist based in Sarasota, Florida, specializing in helping service-based entrepreneurs break through revenue plateaus using her Focused Visionary Framework. With over 300 podcast episodes and 9 years running her consulting business, she helps coaches, consultants, and service providers scale sustainably through strategic planning, pricing optimization, and sales process development.Connect with MichelleWebsiteThreads Instagram LinkedIn Facebook

What happens when a morning person who dreams of opening a coffee shop joins forces with a night person who wants a cocktail bar?Naturally, they rope in their chef mother, add a fiancé with experience in marketing and finance, and open a Greek Mediterranean restaurant together.This is the story of Eirini Tamousi and Nectar: a family business that took four years, several false starts, disappearing investors and a last piece of finance arriving one day before the deadline to become real.Then came opening week.It was, by Eirini's own account, chaos and in fact her words before we started the chat - "I don't even know where to start"But amidst the chaos, It was also the beginning of something rather special.We CoverFalling into hospitality while studying in EdinburghLeaving the industry for corporate HR, and missing its energyCombining one family's very different skillsTrying repeatedly to secure the money to open NectarReceiving the final finance one day before the deadlineProtecting a family relationship while building a family businessThe danger of expecting people to know when you need helpOpening a restaurant without a working fryer or grillAsking neighbouring businesses whether they had seen your binsWhy honesty during a disaster can build customer loyaltyReaching more than 300 five star reviews in the first yearCreating a restaurant that feels less like a venue and more like homeQuotables“We were living it without actually knowing if it was going to work out.”“People don't know what's in your head, funny enough. Unless you tell them.”“You told me there's no food, but I can have alcohol.”“I didn't know our bins were going to fly away.”“The things that feel like big setbacks in the moment are quite often the things that shape you the most.”Final ObservationThere is a polished version of entrepreneurship in which somebody has a brilliant idea, raises the money, opens the doors and confidently begins building an empire.This is not that story.This is four people repeatedly questioning whether they should continue, learning how not to destroy their family under pressure, opening without the ability to serve food and searching the streets of Edinburgh for wind assisted bins.But it is also a story about what happens when people keep choosing the thing they believe in.Almost one year later, Nectar has become exactly what the family hoped it might be: warm, imperfect, honest and full of people who keep coming back.Hopefully, by the time Phil visits, it will also have food.Show PartnerA big shout out to today's show partner, RotaCloud - the people management platform built specifically for shift-based teams.RotaCloud lets managers create and share rotas, record attendance, and manage annual leave in minutes — all from one simple, web-based app.It also makes life easier for teams, allowing staff to check rotas, request holiday, and pick up extra shifts directly from their phones.To find out more, head to RotaCloudThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

You are the product. So why are you the last thing on your own to do list?Daffney Allwein has spent 20 years working with over 700 CEOs, executives, and high performers on what she calls a whole-person approach to health. Not the fluffy kind. She's talking physical fitness, nervous system regulation, and mental fitness, and how all three quietly decide whether your business grows or stalls.In this episode, Daffney joins Carly and Joe to unpack why solopreneurs fall into the productivity trap of optimizing themselves instead of their business, what's actually happening in the body of a stressed-out founder, and why the people who thrive are the ones willing to stop working in the business long enough to work on it.She also gets honest about the seasons that tested her own advice, including years of failed IVF, a first pregnancy, and moving an entire in person practice virtual during COVID. Her response every time? Double down on herself.In this episodeEat for joy, not for your feelings, and what that actually meansWhy the nervous system is a security system shaped by your environment, relationships, and geographyThe productivity trap that has solopreneurs billing every hour instead of building a businessThe real difference between people who thrive and people who plateauWhy bringing in the right person is an investment, not a line itemPostpartum, perimenopause, and the health gaps professional women are navigating with almost no supportWhy your brain physically rewires after having a child, and why "bouncing back" was never the goalBusy is an illusion, and the clock exercise that proves itWhy 15 minutes between meetings is enough, and nobody knows if you reapplied your deodorantCross training, marathon prep, and why doing the same workout daily breaks you down fastestThe quote on health that reframes everything about successConnect with DaffneyWebsite and free two-minute quiz: Lift Pro WellnessPodcast: Don't F*ing ShrinkIf this episode hit home, leave us a five-star review and share it with a solopreneur who needs to hear it.

How do you know when it's finally time to leave your 9-to-5?In this episode of Mama's House To Penthouse, Prinston Hicks and Country Cowboy explore one of the biggest decisions every entrepreneur faces: betting on yourself.They discuss:When it's really time to leave your jobBuilding confidence before taking the leapWhy validation won't build your businessThe power of mastermind communitiesBusiness systems that create predictable incomeAI, automation, and modern entrepreneurshipPractical tools for growing a businessIf you've been waiting for the "perfect time" to pursue your vision, this conversation will challenge the way you think about risk, confidence, and entrepreneurship.Follow Mama's House To Penthouse for weekly conversations on entrepreneurship, business systems, AI, leadership, sales, and building a life of freedom.⏱️ CHAPTERS00:00 Intro00:30 Behind The Scenes & Logistics03:15 Why Logistics Win Businesses06:10 The "Fat Face" Story

Send me a message When I first became a real estate agent 16 years ago, I didn't have a clue what I was doing. I knew nothing about anything! But if I had the chance to start over from scratch today, there are very few things I'd actually do the same. I would build a completely different business from day one, because I've learned what is actually important and what isn't. I wish an episode like this existed when I got started. So today I'm giving you the exact blueprint to crush it as an agent. Everything I took 16 years to learn and figure out, condensed into what actually moves the needle in today's world.In this episode:Why building a brand before you have anything to sell matters more than being the best agent in the roomWhy niching down to one neighborhood or one specific client avatar changes everythingWhy studying market stats obsessively is really about your own confidence, not impressing clientsHow door knocking and role-playing objections with AI voice mode build the confidence you can't fakeWhy getting out of the house and into real relationships still beats any online strategyWhy aligning with people a few steps ahead of you is the fastest shortcut in this businessThe mindset shift from "selling homes" to "building a business" that changes everything elseThis industry is incredible. I love being an agent. I just wish I knew all of this when I started.***********************RESOURCES :Free "Clients From Social" Masterclass - Learn the new formula top agents are using on social media to attract 5+ new closings, month after month. REGISTER HERE: https://members.massiveagentsociety.com/free-masterclass-registration?utm_source=podcast_notesMassive Agent Society on Skool - My coaching community giving Realtors the exact blueprint (and handholding) to attract 5+ new clients, every single month. CLICK HERE: https://www.skool.com/massiveagentsocietyManychat PRO - Automate your Instagram DM's and Get 30 days of Manychat Pro for FREE - CLICK HERE REAL Broker - Learn how we can be business partners and build a business together @ ΓEA⅃  Broker- CLICK HEREPLEASE LEAVE A REVIEW on APPLE PODCASTS or SPOTIFY

Send us Fan MailIf you are posting on Pinterest and still not getting found, the problem is not your design, it is your keywords. In this episode I break down the biggest Pinterest keyword mistake service providers make and the exact four question interview I run with every client before we touch anything else.In this episode:Why the biggest, highest volume keywords are usually the hardest ones to winWhy keyword stuffing in your pin description kills your clicksThe 4 question interview to find your best keywords, straight from your own businessThe keyword walk down, taking a broad term all the way to a specific, winnable oneWhy a zero volume keyword can still be the one that books your ideal clientThe 3 free tools I use to validate every keyword before it goes on a pinALL THE LINKS MENTIONED: https://jenvazquez.com/pinterest-keyword-research/Support the showWanna learn Pinterest with an expert there to help for only $37?  Pinterest Visibility Sprint is a 2 hour Sprint to optimize your Pinterest and create a marketing workflow Pinterest Visibility Sprint Here are some free things I've got coming up:Want your account audited? FREE Pinterest Audits LIVE on YouTube. Free Pinterest Masterclass

This one is a throwback and the lessons apply to every dealer principal and owner listening.Tristan Wright is a business coach from Australia known as the Business Sherpa. He is not from the powersports world, and that is exactly why this conversation is valuable. Tristan built his first company to seven figures by his mid-twenties, then lost it all, over $200,000 in debt and his marriage along with it. He took ownership, rebuilt the business, systematized it so it did not need him, and sold it. Now he helps other owners climb their own mountain.In this conversation, Tristan makes the case that the principles holding a dealership back are the same ones holding back any business, and that the owners who win are the ones willing to step outside their own industry, step away from the daily grind, and stay open-minded enough to change.What we cover:What a Business Sherpa actually is and why every owner climbing a mountain needs a guide who has been to the topTristan's story: seven figures by 25, lost it all by 27, and the ownership mindset that turned it aroundWhy letting go of ego and arrogance is the first step to growthThe 90-day rule: why Tristan will not coach a client unless they commit to four days fully disconnected every quarterWhy running at 60 to 70% all the time is what happens when you never step away to rechargeWhy working on the business matters more than working in the businessThe trap of the owner who will not delegate the mundane jobs and stays stuck because of itWhy 20 groups and masterminds help, but are not enough on their ownWhy so many dealers do not dream big enough and just aim to match the shop down the roadThe real difference between open-minded and closed-minded owners, and why it determines who succeedsWhy what worked in the past will not carry you forward, and why growth requires discomfortThe one or two dealers in any market who already look outside the industry and are pulling ahead because of itWatch on YouTube: ⁠https://youtube.com/@dealershipfixit⁠Connect with Jacob: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacob-b-berry/⁠Follow the Fixit Online: ⁠https://linktr.ee/dealershipfixit⁠MotoHunt for Dealers: ⁠https://dealers.motohunt.com⁠

How to build the right roofing business instead of chasing someone else's roadmap.Episode DescriptionEvery roofing owner wants to grow.But before you spend another dollar on marketing, hire another salesperson, or invest in a new CRM, there's one question you need to answer.What are you really trying to build?In this solo episode, Dave Sullivan shares the exact process he uses before working with a new coaching client. Instead of jumping straight to marketing or sales, he starts by understanding the owner's goals, diagnosing the business, and identifying the real constraint that's holding the company back.You'll learn why the problem you think you have is often just a symptom—and how defining the right destination leads to better decisions, better systems, and more profitable growth.In This Episode:Why the problem you call about is rarely the real problemWhy every roofing business needs a different roadmapThe first things Dave reviews before meeting a new clientHow your website and Google reviews reveal hidden opportunitiesWhy "Sell Work • Do Work • Keep Score" is the foundation of every roofing businessThe numbers every owner should understandHow to identify the biggest constraint in your businessWhy profit and freedom often matter more than growthFree ResourceDownload Dave's FREE One-Page Business Plan.Before you worry about more leads, get clear on your destination, your ideal customer, and the business you're trying to build.

In this weeks episde here in Insurance Town I got to interview my friend Jackson Rollo. In this episode Jackson, president of Rollo Insurance Group, shares how a second-generation family agency achieved remarkable growth by embracing unorthodox strategies rooted in community focus, technological innovation, and strong culture. Discover how intentional investment in people and purpose can transform an agency into a leading industry force.Main Topics Covered: The evolution and rapid growth of Rollo Insurance over the past five years, doubling its offices despite a 26-year historyThe agency's dedication to community involvement, including volunteer programs that foster local relationshipsReinventing agency culture: Building trust, loyalty, and unconventional hiring practicesThe importance of niching versus community focus, with insights into their local-market strategies in ArkansasHow adopting technology and AI enhances human creativity and service, not replaces itBalancing profit, purpose, and team development within a family-owned businessThe mindset shifts necessary for agency owners to move from producer to leader Timestamps: 00:00 - Welcome & overview of Jackson Rollo's agency story 04:10 - How culture evolution fuels rapid growth 06:15 - Local market dominance through community focus & tech adoption 09:00 - Debunking niche-focused growth: Community first approach in Arkansas 11:45 - The role of technology and AI in empowering staff 14:30 - Building trust and loyalty through unconventional hiring 17:00 - Leadership mindset: Transitioning from producer to leader 20:30 - Balancing family legacy with modern agency scaling 23:45 - Developing staff & the importance of loyalty and character 26:50 - Personal branding and empowering individual agency staff 29:40 - Reinventing agency culture: From day one to long-term growth 33:10 - Embracing contrarian approaches to agency success 36:20 - The value of investing in people for sustainable growth 39:45 - How to develop a future-focused, innovative agency culture 43:20 - The impact of AI and technology on human creativity & problem solving 47:15 - The evolution of Jackson's personal leadership & maturity 50:45 - Traits of team-building and loyalty seen in Jackson's family business 54:50 - Managing local engagement while embracing technology 58:15 - Connecting with Jackson & resources for agency growth Canopy Connect1FortViva

In 2004, Joey Shamah and his partner launched a cosmetics company built on an idea that made almost no sense:Sell high-quality makeup for just $1.At the time, high quality beauty products were supposed to be expensive. The biggest brands spent fortunes on celebrity endorsements, glossy ads, and premium shelf space.And every major retailer told Joey the same thing:Your idea will never work.But Joey believed he'd found a wormhole in the beauty business: spend money on the product, not fancy packaging, marketing, or celebrity endorsements. Then, pass those savings on to your customers. The brand grew slowly, but Joey knew he was onto something when a bizarre rumor spread that Bloomingdale's was buying e.l.f. and raising prices. Within days, the tiny company went from a few hundred orders a week to 18,000 orders a day.What followed was a journey from a scrappy warehouse operation in New Jersey to one of the most disruptive brands in the beauty business.You'll learn:The surprising economics behind $1 lipstickWhy retailers initially rejected e.l.f.How a single magazine mention launched e.l.f.'s online businessThe retail insight that unlocked national expansionHow a false rumor generated 18,000 orders a dayThe emotional toll of a $225 million acquisition that collapsed at the eleventh hour Timestamps:00:10:28 — How to make (decent) makeup for just $100:18:35 — The dollar stores say no00:24:32 — Glamour comes calling, and e.l.f has 30 days to build a website00:38:27 — The question from a Target buyer that leaves Joey speechless 00:39:56 — The H-E-B test that proves everyone wrong00:46:36 — “That's news to me!” The viral rumor that sends Joey back to China 00:59:42 — Scaling to tens of millions in revenue01:07:15 — “It was crushing.” The L'oreal sale that never happened 01:12:02 — After e.l.f: Joey stops watching House of Cards and gets back to businessThis episode was produced by Carla Esteves with music composed by Ramtin Arablouei.It was edited by Neva Grant with research by Olivia Rockman. Our audio engineer was Patrick Murray. Follow How I Built This:Instagram → @howibuiltthisX → @HowIBuiltThisFacebook → How I Built ThisFollow Guy Raz:Instagram → @guy.razYoutube → guy_razX → @guyrazSubstack → guyraz.substack.comWebsite → guyraz.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.