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Networking can quietly outperform almost any ad campaign but only if you approach it with structure, intention, and consistency. Dr. Ivan Misner, founder and Chief Visionary Officer of BNI, the world's largest business networking organization, reveals how a proven referral system helped members generate over $27 billion in reported business over the last year, and how you can apply the same principles to turn casual connections into a reliable pipeline of high-quality leads. Dr. Misner explains why networking is not about showing up and pitching everyone in the room, but about teaching others exactly how to refer to you. You'll hear how BNI's weekly, highly structured meetings help small business owners turn casual connections into predictable referrals, why the “sweet spot” of around eight hours per week of networking can produce 60–70% (or more) of your business, and how to use every touchpoint from thank-you notes to one-on-ones, as part of a deliberate referral system instead of random busyness. We also dig into the mindset and habits that make networking work for real people, not just extroverts. Ivan shares why introverts can actually excel at networking by listening more than they talk, the simple questions that start meaningful business relationships, and how BNI's visitor hosts help newcomers avoid feeling like “a wallflower in the corner.” You'll learn why networking is a marathon, not a sprint, and how to stay consistent long enough for others to truly know, like, and trust you. Beyond tactics, Ivan talks about scaling a business from “garage to global” while avoiding the “curse of complexity,” the tendency to keep adding systems, rules, and features until growth slows down. He introduces the idea of working in your “flame” instead of your “wax” so you stay energized and effective as your business grows. You'll also hear his perspective on building an intentional legacy, living your values, and making sure your life's “summing up” reflects the impact you actually want to have. https://youtu.be/ghbAwvdGhw4?si=hbmtcpVfSIgssMR8 If you're tired of cold outreach, inconsistent leads, or feeling like you're networking “by accident,” this episode will show you how to turn relationship-building into a repeatable, referral-driven growth engine. You'll walk away with a clearer picture of how to structure your time, choose the right groups (BNI, chambers of commerce, service clubs, and more), and build a network that feeds your business for years to come. Quotes: “Networking is a contact sport. You've got to get belly to belly with people. You've got to go out there and connect with people.” “We want to change the way the world does business and have them focus on helping each other to build lifelong referrals.” “The more complicated you make things, the worse it's going to get. Feature creep and the curse of complexity will kill your growth.” Contact Details: Turn Connections Into Opportunities: Join BNI Today Discover Dr. Misner's Insights on His Official Website Connect with Dr. Ivan Misner: The Father of Modern Networking on LinkedIn Discover Business Growth Strategies: Follow Dr. Ivan Misner on Facebook Follow Dr. Ivan Misner on Instagram for More Networking Tips Transform the Way you Network by Following Dr. Ivan Misner on X

You have a few options sitting in a doc somewhere. A few names. A few taglines. And you keep opening it, staring at it, closing it again, because none of them feel like THE one. In this episode, you're getting a real, unscripted look inside a 15-minute FAB coaching call with new student Gretchen Greene. Gretchen came in stuck, not because she wasn't capable, but because she had too many good ideas and no framework for choosing between them. Listen in as we work through her podcast name, her niche, and her tagline in real time, and watch how fast clarity can actually come when you stop trying to figure it out alone. If you've got a doc full of half-decisions right now, friend, this one's for you.   Ready to Start or Grow Your Business and Make Consistent Income From a Podcast? Join my FREE, LIVE 5-Day Profitable Podcast Bootcamp! Discover a simple, God-led way to use a podcast to create sustainable income and meaningful impact, without hustling or being glued to social media.

If you could pick only one, would you take 10,000 new followers or 10 new paying clients? That simple question exposes a problem many entrepreneurs run into: we confuse attention with revenue, then wonder why we feel “busy” but not profitable. We're done treating Instagram followers, views, downloads, and impressions like the finish line. We want a business model that pays us, supports our life, and rewards depth over noise.We break down why audience growth does not always equal business growth and how chasing bigger numbers can dilute your messaging, pull you into trend-chasing, and turn content creation into a full-time job. Visibility without a clear offer and a clear conversion path can leave you with a large audience that never buys. The alternative is simpler and more sustainable: focus on transformation, not broadcasting, and build trust with the right people who are already paying attention.Then we get practical with a 90-day focus plan built around five moves: the right audience, the right offer, the right conversations, the right content, and the right conversion path. We also explain why a handful of great clients can become your best marketing through case studies, testimonials, referrals, and real market intelligence that helps you sell with clarity.If you're ready to stop optimizing for vanity metrics and start optimizing for profit, hit play, share this with a friend who's stuck chasing followers, and subscribe and leave a review so more business owners can find it.Read more hereBook your free discovery call.Support the show

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In today's episode, I'm getting real about something I've been sitting with all week: self-sabotage, and how it shows up in ways I never expected. I always thought self-sabotage meant doing something on purpose to work against your own goals, until I realized how wrong that definition actually is. I'm walking you through the book that cracked this open for me, the question my mentor asks that changes everything, and the specific ways I sabotage myself even while running a successful business. I'm also talking about control, the armor I've carried most of my life, and a phrase I heard recently that hit me harder than almost anything has in a long time. If you've ever known exactly what you should be doing and still couldn't make yourself do it, this episode is for you.

Data can tell you who your customers are, what they're searching for and what to test next – if you know what to look for.In this Small Business Byte on This Is Small Business, host Andrea Marquez explores how founders can use data to make smarter business decisions. You'll hear from Alejandro Lopez, founder of Toma Beverage Company, on using customer demographics and purchasing patterns to shape marketing and product development; Katie Diasti, founder of Viv, on using keyword research and online sales data to guide new products, bundles and retail expansion; and April Wachtel, founder of Cheeky Cocktails, on testing whether faster delivery could increase sales.Their stories show how one useful pattern can lead to better products, marketing and customer experiences.What could your business data help you do next? Share it with us in a Spotify or YouTube comment, or leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Sources:If you want to know more about Toma Beverage Company, listen to Alejandro Lopez's story here: https://link.cohostpodcasting.com/8e217b7f-8570-4d6f-8aa9-d215dac74295?d=e5yds1dHS&v=4512 If you want to know more about Viv, listen to Katie Diasti's story here: https://link.cohostpodcasting.com/c9324772-0b7c-4f8b-b278-d243b3114835?d=eJdUE-_b7&v=7365 If you want to know more about Cheeky Cocktails, listen to April Wachtel's story here: https://link.cohostpodcasting.com/87d3ea85-42e1-4c8e-a727-c21909fd5098?d=ePH7rs1r3&v=5060

On this episode of TMFS, Marvin sits down with Automations Bae founder Chenell Moniq'ue to break down how to actually build AI systems that make money instead of just talking about AI on social media. Chenell traces her path from a real estate loss and a Cameo ad that brought in 800 credit repair leads in 12 days to building one of the most practical automation education platforms online, sharing why she had to shut her first business down before she ever scaled it right. They walk through her core framework of systems, automation, and AI in that order, live demoing how to build a scheduled email manager, prompt Claude for a real business growth plan, and even create an AI twin so you can show up on camera without ever hitting record. It's a hands on masterclass covering everything from SOPs and delegation to voice cloning and AI agents, closing with a clear message that you won't get replaced by AI, you'll get replaced by someone who mastered it.

Are you doing everything in your business but still wondering why you never have enough time? In this episode, Danielle and Kyle Roach break down how getting more specific about your ideal customer, messaging, and marketing makes growing your business much easier. They share how AI can help local businesses create better content, improve SEO, optimize ads, and build a marketing system that works together. We also talk about building a business with your partner, creating a shared vision, and navigating the different seasons of family and entrepreneurship together. Tune in to learn how to grow your business without letting it take over your life. Check out our Sponsors: Shopify - Try the ecommerce platform I trust for Glōci. Sign up for your $1/month trial period at http://Shopify.com/happy. Monarch Money -  Get your first year of Monarch Core for half off at http://Monarch.com with code EYH. Northwest Registered Agent - Visit http://northwestregisteredagent.com/EarnFree and start using free resources to build something amazing. Fabric - Join the thousands of parents who trust Fabric to help protect their family. Apply today in just minutes at http://meetfabric.com/earn. Indeed - Indeed is giving Earn Your Happy listeners a $75 SPONSORED JOB CREDIT to help get your job the premium status it deserves. Just go to http://Indeed.com/podcast right now and support our show by saying you heard about Indeed on Earn Your Happy. Momentous - If you want to try Momentous Signature Spec Creatine, head to http://livemomentous.com and use code EARN for up to 35% off your entire first order. Brevo - Meet Brevo…the all-in-one marketing and CRM platform built to help you connect with customers, boost engagement, and grow your business smarter. Get started for free today—or use code HAPPY50 to save 50% on Starter and Standard Plans for the first three months of an annual subscription. Just head to http://www.brevo.com/happy HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Unclear marketing makes growing your business harder than it needs to be. 03:45 How dividing responsibilities helps reduce decision fatigue. 09:00 What communication rituals keep you aligned through different seasons? 14:30 How to make your differences work for you in business and marriage. 22:00 The “capacity lie” that keeps successful business owners stuck. 26:30 How systems and delegation can help you escape business burnout. 29:00 The 3 marketing channels local businesses need to build. 34:30 The Fab 5 framework for finding your ideal client. 40:30 How AI can create and optimize your marketing content. 44:00 What does it actually take to turn your marketing into consistent clients? 48:00 What can you build in 30 to 90 days with an AI-powered marketing system? 52:45 Why brick-and-mortar businesses have a huge opportunity with AI. 59:15 How to create a consistent marketing engine in less than an hour a week. RESOURCES DM “AI MACHINE” to @theexpandedcollective to learn more about Danielle and Kyle's marketing AI system. Apply for the Elite Entrepreneur Mastermind HERE! Get on the waitlist for Mentor Collective Mastermind HERE! Try glōci for 40% off your first order with code HAPPY at checkout - head to getgloci.com FOLLOW Follow me: @loriharder Follow glōci: @getgloci Follow Danielle: @dr.danielleroach Follow The Expanded Collective: @theexpandedcollective

0:00 The Expensive Marketing Mistake That Failed  2:03 The First Red Light: Nervous System Safety  4:09 The Second Red Light: Broadcasting Shame  6:03 The Third Red Light: Soul Alignment In this video,  I break down the **3 hidden red lights**  I eventually discovered underneath my stalled business growth — my nervous system, my energetics and my soul alignment — and why no amount of tweaking funnels, messaging or strategy could solve what was actually happening. If your business has stopped responding to strategies that used to work, this video will help you look somewhere most business advice never tells you to look. 

In this episode, Bradley shares 10 new tools and strategies for Amazon, TikTok Shop, and Walmart sellers, covering AI research, ad tactics, inventory, indexing, and smarter profit tracking. What if you could uncover keyword indexing problems, research entire Amazon niches with AI, monitor sales across marketplaces, and find new advertising opportunities in a fraction of the time? In this episode, Bradley Sutton breaks down 10 new Helium 10 tools and strategies, plus 2 bonuses, built to help Amazon, TikTok Shop, and Walmart sellers make faster, more informed decisions.   The episode dives heavily into new Helium 10 MCP capabilities, including Black Box Niche research, historical price, BSR, review, and search volume data, Index Checker, Product Targeting, and competitor research. Bradley demonstrates how these tools can work together with Claude to uncover niche opportunities, analyze competitors, identify keyword gaps, and find potential product targets without jumping manually between multiple reports.   There are also updates designed to improve everyday operations. Sellers can now check keyword indexing directly from Keyword Tracker, use prebuilt advertising tactics and bid rules, monitor TikTok Shop performance through Seller Pulse, view Walmart inventory levels, account for indirect business costs inside Profits, and gain greater visibility into AWD inventory. Each feature is connected to a practical strategy for protecting profitability, improving advertising, or spotting problems before they become bigger issues. The biggest takeaway is that these aren't just new buttons to click. They're opportunities to combine AI, automation, and better data into smarter workflows for your e-commerce business. Whether you're researching your next product, optimizing PPC, watching inventory, or figuring out why a keyword suddenly stopped ranking, the right data can help you act faster and make better decisions before your competitors do. In episode 546 of the AM/PM Podcast, Bradley covers: 00:00 - Introduction 01:27 - Keyword Tracker Index Checker 04:57 - Niche MCP 08:00 - MCP History - Price, BSR, Reviews, Search Volume 11:16 - Amazon Ads Tactics 15:56 - Index Checker MCP 18:21 - TikTok Shop Seller Pulse 20:09 - MCP Product Targeting 23:48 - Walmart Inventory Levels 24:53 - MCP Competitors 29:02 - Amazon Indirect Costs 31:20 - AWD Inventory

A property may look like the perfect investment, but unexpected repairs, poor tenants, weak planning, or the wrong financing can quickly turn an opportunity into an expensive lesson.In this episode of Grow Your Business & Grow Your Wealth, guest host Sandra Bempah of Sandy Financial Solutions speaks with Jeremy Rodriguez, Broker and Owner of D.A.R.E. Realty. Jeremy explains why investors must stop looking at property as an emotional purchase and start managing it as a business.They discuss deal evaluation, financing options, cash-flow planning, collaboration, mentorship, legacy planning, and why a good real estate professional should sometimes tell an investor no.In This EpisodeWhy every investment property should be treated like a businessHow emotion can interfere with sound real estate decisionsWhy there is no such thing as the perfect real estate dealThe importance of budgeting for unexpected repairs and expensesHow education, collaboration, and mentorship can help investors avoid costly mistakesAbout Jeremy RodriguezJeremy Rodriguez is the Broker and Owner of D.A.R.E. Realty, which stands for Dream Achievers Real Estate. Based in Northeast Ohio, Jeremy works with real estate investors, buyers, and sellers, with a particular focus on investment properties, mentorship, and long-term wealth building.Jeremy is also President of the Lake Erie Landlord Association, also known as the Lake Erie Real Estate Investors Association, where investors at every experience level come together for education, collaboration, and professional development.Connect With Jeremy RodriguezWebsite: https://darerealtyneo.com/Email: jeremysellsdreams@gmail.comPhone: 216-287-1766Lake Erie Real Estate Investors Association: https://www.lelaohio.com/Connect With Guest Host Sandra BempahSandy Financial SolutionsEmail: sandyfinancialsolutions@gmail.comListen to Grow Your Business & Grow Your Wealthhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/grow-your-business-and-grow-your-wealth/id1521874291If you found value in this episode, follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with someone who wants to make smarter real estate and financial decisions.Disclaimer: This episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute real estate, legal, tax, lending, or investment advice. Consult qualified professionals before acting on any strategy discussed.

In this milestone 200th episode of The Unconventional Path, hosts Bela Musits and Mike Wasserman celebrate a major achievement. Only 2.66% of the 4.3 million podcasts globally reach the 200-episode mark, and the team credits their listeners for joining them on this journey of entrepreneurship and innovation. To celebrate, they sit down with Henry DeVries, the CEO of Indie Books International and a former columnist for Forbes. Henry is a master of "Authority Marketing," a strategy that uses book authorship to establish credibility, attract "right-fit" clients, and grow a business. Whether you are a consultant "renting your brain" or a CEO managing a global corporation, Henry explains why a book remains the number one marketing tool in a digital world. The Power of Authority: Henry explains that "authority" literally starts with "author". Writing a book allows you to stop chasing clients and start attracting them by sharing your proprietary processes and expertise. A Book as a Cultural Foundation: Beyond marketing, a book can define a company's culture by codifying core values through stories. Henry shares how legendary leaders like Ray Kroc (McDonald's) and Jack Welch (GE) used books to align their organizations. The "Invisible" Impact: Most people who find value in an author's work may not even finish the book. Henry notes that a book acts as a "three-dimensional business card" that opens doors for speaking engagements, podcasts, and high-level consulting deals. Publishing is the Starting Line: Henry debunks the myth of being "discovered". He provides a practical "marathon" strategy for promotion, including mailing 20 copies a month to key influencers and securing regular speaking spots. Entrepreneurial Resilience: Reflecting on starting his business during the 9/11 crisis, Henry shares lessons on persistence and the importance of listening to what the market actually wants from you. Bela and Mike reflect on how storytelling is the "connective tissue" of successful business communication. They discuss the affordability of professional book production and how a book serves as a lasting foundation for all other media channels, from short-form videos to keynote speeches. Website: indiebooksintl.com Special Offer: Mention Bela Musits to receive a complimentary 30-minute strategy call or a scholarship to Henry's "Book Kickoff" class. Authority Marketing Business Development Strategies How to Write a Business Book Entrepreneurship and Innovation Podcast Henry DeVries Indie Books Bela Musits and Mike Wasserman Establishing Business Credibility Thought Leadership for Entrepreneurs Storytelling in Business Ghostwriting for Executives Key Discussion PointsTakeaways for EntrepreneursConnect with Henry DeVriesSEO Search Terms

From the vaults of the Traveling Groomers Podcast, Chris Anthony and Mary Oquendo are joined by the dynamic Loren Mesquita for a lively and insightful conversation recorded in 2025. Loren shares her journey from hands-on grooming and competing at shows to building a social media presence and launching a brand alongside industry leader Colin Taylor. Together, they discuss the power of networking, the realities behind social media success, learning new skills, and growing professionally while staying true to yourself. Expect plenty of laughs, travel tips, industry insights, and, of course, a few classic digressions. Grab your travel mugs—it's time to roll into another episode packed with inspiration for pet professionals everywhere.

In this episode of The Broker Link Podcast, The Brokerage Inc. President Emeritus Mike Smith explores how artificial intelligence is helping insurance agents become more efficient, strengthen client relationships, and grow their businesses. Mike introduces three AI-powered platforms designed to support agents at every stage of the client journey. AgentReview.net helps agents build credibility through verified online reviews; Medicare Mike serves as a digital AI assistant that educates Medicare prospects and answers common questions; and Aiden RX simplifies the annual prescription drug plan review process by automating much of the work involved in renewals. Throughout the episode, Mike emphasizes that AI isn't replacing agents—it's empowering them. By automating routine tasks and providing smarter ways to engage clients, these tools allow agents to spend more time building relationships, delivering personalized guidance, and growing their businesses. Whether you're just beginning to explore AI or looking for practical ways to integrate it into your agency, this episode offers valuable insights into how technology can improve efficiency, support compliance, and help you stay ahead in an evolving insurance industry. Mike also mentioned a few links.   For Agent Review: https://agentreview.net/a/mike-smith#add-review To reach out to Mike:  mike at thebrokerageinc.com Learn more about partnering with The Brokerage Inc. by visiting our website, www.thebrokerageinc.com. Remember to like, share, and subscribe to our show!  New episodes are available every Tuesday. Join our Community! LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-brokerage-inc-/   Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/thebrokerageinc/  Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/thebrokerageinc/  YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@TheBrokerageIncTexas  Website:  https://thebrokerageinc.com/ 

Are you wondering if you need to show your face and share your personal life to grow your online business? In this episode, I discuss the balance between organic content and ads, and whether you can build a successful brand without being online all the time. Discover the insights I've gathered while building my multi-million dollar business and how you can apply them to your online business too.Do you want to watch my Million Method training for free? Access it here: fastforwardamy.com/accessmillionThis episode was originally published in August 2024 so references of dates and seasons might be outdated, but the content and strategies are not.If you're already doing multi-six figures and ready to scale with high-level coaching, this is for you. Apply via  forwardamy.com/applicationformeng and let's see if we're the right fit to grow your business to the next level. You want to make money on Instagram, but you're not sure what needs to be in place to make that happen. In the Instagram Income Map, a PDF workbook, you discover the 8 building blocks that determine whether you can sell online products on Instagram, from offer to conversion to content, including a self-scan that shows you exactly what you need first. Go to fastforwardamy.com/incomemap and you'll receive it instantly.Follow me on Instagram for more business and mindset tips: instagram.com/fastforwardamyDiscover my free trainings and ebooks: fastforwardamy.com/freeresources

Most people either ignore LinkedIn Groups or use them the wrong way. In this episode, you'll learn how to strategically use Groups to expand your network, build credibility, start meaningful conversations, and create new business opportunities without being spammy or salesy. We'll cover how to find the right groups, engage in ways that increase your visibility, build relationships with ideal clients, and avoid the common mistakes that cause people to be ignored. When used correctly, LinkedIn Groups can become a powerful relationship-building tool that supports your overall LinkedIn lead generation strategy. If you're serious about attracting more visibility, credibility, and opportunities on LinkedIn, the first step is understanding where your profile stands today.  That's exactly why we created my free LinkedIn Thought-Leadership Scorecard.In just a few minutes, you'll discover how well your headline, About section, Experience section, and overall profile positioning are working together. More importantly, you'll identify the specific areas that may be preventing LinkedIn from fully understanding your expertise and showing your content to the right audience. Take the free scorecard here and see how your profile measures up: 

Get the 200+ Page Optimal Living Daily Workbook (PDF) - Free. Want to turn today's episode into an actionable plan? Join the Optimal Living Weekly newsletter and I'll send you our 200-page digital workbook immediately. It's packed with the best takeaways from the show, formatted for easy reading and implementation at home. Get your free PDF workbook here: https://oldpodcast.eo.page/join Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2140: Dustin Heiner continues his case for keeping an emergency fund as a business owner, covering exactly where to keep it so it stays safe, liquid, accessible, and earning interest. He also shares how to calculate your target number, and why avoiding bad debt is essential for entrepreneurship that lasts. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://masterpassiveincome.com/emergency-fund Quotes to ponder: "The best time to plan for hard times is when things are going well." "Bad debt (money taken out of your pocket) will be the death of your business." "Cash is king so make sure you keep your emergency fund that way." Optimal Work Daily is a daily career advice podcast where we narrate the best articles on productivity, entrepreneurship, and work-life balance, read to you by a professional narrator so you can grow your career a little more every day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on The Lazy CEO podcast, Jane is joined again by Grace Garrick, founder of Movement Agency. After years of advising founders on how to build brands and show up publicly, Grace is back to break down the difference between building in public and founder-led branding, and how to know which is right for your business.In this episode, we get into: The risks and rewards of becoming the face of your brand, and what happens when you eventually want to step away. How to build a personal brand that cuts through without chasing virality. Whether you're building your personal brand or figuring out how much of yourself should sit at the centre of your business, Grace breaks down how to make it work for you.If you haven't listened to Grace's first episode, catch up on The PR Playbook: What Will Actually Shift the Needle and Grow Your Business ft. Grace Garrick.Connect with us: Follow The Lazy CEO podcast: @thelazyceo_podcast @thelazyceopodStay updated with Jane Lu: @thelazyceoConnect with Grace: @gracegarrick See what Movement Agency is up to: @mvmnt_agencySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Get the 200+ Page Optimal Living Daily Workbook (PDF) - Free. Want to turn today's episode into an actionable plan? Join the Optimal Living Weekly newsletter and I'll send you our 200-page digital workbook immediately. It's packed with the best takeaways from the show, formatted for easy reading and implementation at home. Get your free PDF workbook here: https://oldpodcast.eo.page/join Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2139: Dustin Heiner shares how a business that was supposed to make him money instead drained his paycheck month after month, and how the cash his family had set aside is the only reason he could hold on long enough to sell it. He explains what an emergency fund actually is, why the best time to plan for hard times is while things are going well, and how that one habit protects both your household and your business. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://masterpassiveincome.com/emergency-fund Quotes to ponder: "The best time to plan for hard times is when things are going well." "It is better to have one and not need it than need it and not have one." "How you prepare for those emergencies will prove how successful you are at being an entrepreneur." Optimal Work Daily is a daily career advice podcast where we narrate the best articles on productivity, entrepreneurship, and work-life balance, read to you by a professional narrator so you can grow your career a little more every day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Hi everyone, Carl Gould here with your #70secondCEO. Just a little over a one-minute investment every day for a lifetime of results. Now I'm trying to make it sound fun, like, yay, referral party, but we also call it a one-to-one house call. It's a meeting with somebody where you sit down and you say to them, Here's what's going on in my world. And here's what a good introduction looks like for me. Tell me what's going on in your world and what a good introduction looks like for you. And we don't get off the phone until we make at least one introduction for each other. You do that with five people every month. Who can I introduce you to that's meaningful? Now you might not always get a perfectly qualified lead. That's why you want to do five. You might say, Oh, well, my son or daughter is about to take their SATs to get into college. Oh, I know a great, you know, SAT tutor. I'll make that introduction. All right. Well, I was hoping for someone that was going to buy 10 units, but I'll take the SAT tutor. Sometimes it's that; sometimes it's just relationship building.   Like and follow this podcast so you can learn more. My name is Carl Gould, and this has been your #70secondCEO.

You have spent 20 years, maybe not literally, but it feels that way, chasing the perfect schedule. The one that would finally make everything click. I need to tell you something today that might sting a little at first and then feel like the biggest relief of your year. That schedule does not exist. It was never going to. If you have ever felt like you are doing everything right and still ending up in the same place every single week, this episode is going to change the way you see your entire business. And if you are ready to stop managing time and start operating differently, I am walking you straight into how. xoxo, Chelsi Jo . . . . . Ready to consistently grow your business without sacrificing yourself or your family? If you feel like you're constantly behind... If you never know what to work on first... If every week feels like you're starting over... Or if it seems like your business only grows when life finally slows down... You're not alone. Join me for the FREE ESCAPE Your Overwhelm Bootcamp, happening August 24–28, where I'll help you build your own Life + Business Operating System™. An intentional way of operating where your calendar, routines, projects, family responsibilities, and business priorities all work together instead of competing with each other. Over five days, you'll discover why your current way of operating isn't creating the consistency you want, design your own Life + Business Operating System™, and leave with a personalized 90-Day Operating Plan so you can immediately begin operating from it.

Podcasting is more than just a content platform—it's one of the most effective ways to build trust, establish authority, and create meaningful relationships that grow your business. In this special session from the She Believed She Could Summit, Cait Howard and Amanda Bennett explore how entrepreneurs can strategically use podcasting to increase visibility, attract ideal clients, and create long-term business growth. Cait shares why successful podcast guesting starts long before you send a pitch. From identifying your signature speaking topics and understanding your ideal audience to building genuine relationships with podcast hosts, she breaks down what actually gets guests booked—and why relevance and authenticity matter more than a perfectly polished media kit. She also explains how to identify complementary podcasts and collaborations that expand your reach while serving the same audience. Amanda introduces a fresh perspective on podcast marketing through her Leadcast Framework—a private podcast strategy designed to nurture leads, build trust, and guide listeners toward becoming paying clients. Instead of relying on traditional lead magnets like PDFs or webinars, she explains how private podcasts create a more personal experience that helps audiences connect with your expertise while moving naturally through your customer journey. Together, Cait and Amanda demonstrate why podcasting isn't simply about creating content—it's about creating conversations that foster connection, credibility, and lasting impact. Whether you're ready to launch your own podcast, become a sought-after guest, or discover innovative ways to market your business, this episode is filled with practical strategies you can begin implementing today. Inside This Episode You'll Learn: Why podcasting builds trust faster than almost any other marketing platform How to identify your signature speaking topics before pitching podcasts The key to finding podcasts that align with your audience and values What podcast hosts actually look for when reviewing guest pitches Why relationships are the foundation of successful podcast marketing How to collaborate with complementary experts to expand your reach The difference between traditional public relations and podcast outreach What private podcasts are and why they're becoming powerful marketing tools How the Leadcast Framework nurtures leads and shortens the customer journey Ways to turn podcast listeners into loyal customers and paying clients Practical strategies for using podcasting to grow your authority and business Connect with Cait Howard: https://www.instagram.com/heycaithoward/?hl=en Connect with Amanda Bennett: https://gotchamama.com/ https://www.instagram.com/gotchamama/ Positioned for Partnerships™ Mini Course - Turn your platform into a revenue-generating brand opportunity—without needing a massive following. Learn how to position your brand, create a high-converting media kit, and confidently pitch partnerships so brands instantly understand your value. 

Is your accountant preparing your taxes or actively helping you reduce them?In this episode of Grow Your Business & Grow Your Wealth, Gary Heldt speaks with Boris Musheyev, CPA, Certified Tax Strategist, and founder of BORISMTAX, about why profitable business owners often pay more in taxes than necessary.Boris explains the critical difference between tax preparation and proactive tax planning, when a growing business should begin working with a tax advisor, and why the advisor who helped when you launched may not have the experience required for your current income level.They also discuss how business owners can evaluate a tax advisor, why professional designations alone do not guarantee strategic expertise, and how year-round planning can uncover legal tax-saving opportunities before it is too late to use them.Key Takeaways✓ Why tax preparation and tax planning are two entirely different services.✓ When reaching approximately $100,000 in net profit should trigger a tax-strategy conversation.✓ How business owners can outgrow the accountant who served them during their early years.✓ What to examine before trusting a tax advisor with advanced strategies.✓ Why midyear planning and year-end projections are essential for reducing taxes legally.About Boris MusheyevBoris Musheyev is a CPA, Certified Tax Strategist, and founder of BORISMTAX, a tax planning and advisory firm serving entrepreneurs and business owners across the United States. His firm specializes in helping profitable businesses use proactive, legal tax strategies to reduce their tax liability and retain more of what they earn. Boris is also the host of the Tax Reduction Podcast, and BORISMTAX has been recognized on the Inc. 5000 list for two consecutive years.Connect With Boris MusheyevWebsite: https://borismtax.comFree Tax Strategy Training: https://save100k.comEmail: support@borismtax.comPhone: 212-430-6881Podcast: Tax Reduction PodcastLinkedIn: Boris Musheyev, CPA

In this episode of Atlanta Business Radio, Lee Kantor interviews Michele Bell, Founder of Running with Numbers, about helping small business owners build confidence in understanding their finances. Michele shares why business owners don’t need to become accountants to make smarter financial decisions and explains how focusing on four key financial metrics can create better […]

Most investors focus on chasing returns.Chris Belchamber believes they're asking the wrong question.With more than 40 years in global finance, including leadership at JPMorgan Chase and as founder of CB Investment Management, Chris explains why protecting your money is the first step toward growing it. He shares why compounding matters more than short-term gains, how emotional investing destroys long-term wealth, and why business owners should treat investing differently from running their companies.If you've ever wondered whether you're taking unnecessary investment risk or simply reacting to headlines, this conversation offers a practical framework for making smarter financial decisions.In this episode, you'll learn:• Why protecting wealth should always come before growing it• The hidden math behind compounding that many investors overlook• How large investment losses can permanently damage long-term returns• Why successful investing requires a system instead of emotions• How business owners can separate operating cash from investment capital• The importance of minimizing drawdowns during volatile markets• Why informed investors make better financial decisionsAbout Chris BelchamberChris Belchamber is an investment strategist, wealth manager, author, and founder of CB Investment Management. A mathematics graduate from the University of Oxford, he spent more than four decades in global finance, including serving as Managing Director of Proprietary Trading at JPMorgan Chase. He is the author of Invest Like The Best and helps investors build wealth through disciplined, risk-conscious investment strategies.Connect with ChrisWebsite: https://chris-belchamber.com/CB Investment Management: https://www.cbinvestmentmanagement.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisbelchamberHere is the link to Amazon:https://geni.us/InvestLiketheBesthttps://calendly.com/chriscbim/meeting301-335-8587Connect with Gary Heldt

Your clients are looking for ways to save money long after closing. This week, we discussed energy efficiency, electricity choices, and practical ways REALTORS® can help homeowners lower their energy costs while earning additional income through the REALTOR® Referral Program. Watch the replay now!   Check out the Realtor Referral Program: https://cms.har.com/affiliatemarketing-energyogre/   Energy Savings Calculator: https://www.energyogre.com/savings   Sign up for Free Industry News Subscriptions for HAR Members here-    https://www.harconnect.com/free-industry-news-subscriptions-for-har-members/   Are you an HAR MLS Platinum Subscriber? Join our Facebook Group! Click to join. Sign Up for your free Real Estate News Subscription here. Sign up for your free Inman Select Subscription here. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube , and LinkedIn.

The experts I know who are the most profitable, the most referable, and the most confident in their work have all done this. They picked a focus, they got really good at it, and they stuck with it long enough for it to compound and build a reputation on it.That's it. That's the secret sauce.Today I want to talk about what that actually looks like in practice by sharing an example from my own business that will make this click in a way that all the theory in the world never quite does.Sponsored by Squarespace:Free Guide to Squarespace Circle: nobsmastery.com/squarespaceTune into this episode to hear:How committing to specialization brings ease and profitability to your businessAll the ways being platform agnostic in the early days of Worstofall Design actually cost us time, effort, and cashWhy losing prospects was scary, but worth it in the endHow specializing boosts your ability to lead clients through projects and stay focusedMentioned:Wordpress Vs. Squarespace: worstofalldesign.com/blog/wordpress-vs-squarespaceResources: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/

Episode 665 If you're ready to raise your expectations and build a mortgage business that consistently grows, head over to GetMoreLoans.com and schedule a free call. We'll help you create a personalized plan to generate more leads, strengthen your referral relationships, and close more loans with proven strategies that work. Welcome to Loan Officer Freedom, the #1 podcast in the country for loan officers, hosted by Carl White. In this episode, Carl White sits down with Brandon Hutcheson for an unscripted conversation about one of the biggest mindset shifts loan officers can make: redefining what "normal" looks like in their business. They explore why so many loan officers settle below their true potential, how past success should become the new standard instead of an exception, and why your daily activities always reflect what you believe you're capable of. Carl and Brandon also discuss the importance of tracking lead generation every single day, using simple scoreboards to drive accountability, and focusing on the activities that consistently produce results. They explain why success leaves clues, how surrounding yourself with the right people changes your expectations, and why the fastest path to growth is often following a proven playbook instead of trying to reinvent one yourself.

If you asked most business owners what makes their company valuable, they'd probably answer revenue or profit.But according to business exit strategist Joseph LoPresti, that's only part of the story.In this episode of Grow Your Business and Grow Your Wealth, Gary Heldt sits down with Joseph to discuss the hidden factors that determine whether a business attracts premium buyers or struggles to sell at all.Joseph explains why transferable value is the true driver of enterprise value, why exit planning should begin years before a sale, and how owners can build a business that creates both financial freedom and a lasting legacy.Whether you expect to sell in three years or thirty, this episode offers practical strategies every entrepreneur should begin implementing today.In this episode you'll learn:Why transferable value matters more than revenue aloneThe biggest mistake business owners make when preparing to sellWhy the ideal exit planning window is three to five yearsThe surprising reason many owners regret selling their businessHow to discover your personal Freedom PointWhy business value and personal wealth planning should work togetherThe importance of preparing for the unexpected "5 Ds"Why only a small percentage of businesses sell for their expected valueHow coordinated advisors help owners achieve better outcomesPractical ways to increase your company's long-term valueAbout Joseph LoPrestiJoseph LoPresti is the Founder and CEO of Clearpoint Family Office and founder of The LoPresti Advisory Group. He helps entrepreneurs build transferable business value, reduce taxes, coordinate financial and exit planning, and create successful business transitions that preserve both wealth and legacy.Connect with JosephWebsite:https://clearpointfamilyoffice.comLinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephloprestiConnect with Gary Heldt

Mark Wedeh is a banking executive and Market Leader & Vice President at BankUnited with over 14 years of experience in financial services. He leads multiple banking centers across the Orlando market, driving growth in deposits, lending, and client acquisition while developing high-performing teams. He specializes in business banking, commercial and consumer lending, and retail banking operations, helping clients achieve their financial goals through tailored solutions and strong relationship banking. Mark has a proven track record of growing portfolios, improving retention, and executing strategic business development initiatives. Known for his leadership and client-first approach, he builds long-term relationships with business owners and community partners while fostering accountability and excellence. During the show we discuss: Why relationship banking is critical and how it impacts your ability to get approved What banks actually look for in a borrower beyond just credit scores How to qualify for low-rate, long-term financing most business owners miss out on The biggest mistakes entrepreneurs make with banks that hurt their chances How to properly structure your business for bank funding success Why deposits, cash flow, and consistency matter more than you think The difference between regional banks, big banks, and credit unions—and how to leverage each How to build a long-term banking strategy that grows with your business Resources: https://www.bankunited.com/ (386) 383-4444 mwedeh@bankunited.com 

Today's replay is about how to use AI and story to grow your business. We all know AI can help you create content faster. But speed alone won't make your message work.   You still need a clear story, a strong strategy, and language that connects with real customers. In this episode, you'll learn how to combine AI with the StoryBrand framework so your marketing and messaging is faster, clearer, and more effective.   Ready to clarify your message and grow your business?   Attend StoryBrand Your Business LIVE to learn how to explain what you do in a way customers instantly understand: https://storybrand.com/live/?utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=sbyourbusiness&utm_term=sbpod&utm_content=SB_workshop    Visit StoryBrand.com for business training, messaging tools, and resources to help you grow: https://storybrand.com/?utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=storybrand&utm_term=sbpod&utm_content=SB_home    Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/storybrand   Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/storybrand

LinkedIn engagement, lead generation, networking, and marketing don't require posting every day.If you're a coach, consultant, or service professional, there's a better way to build visibility, start conversations, and attract qualified clients in just 15 minutes a day.In this training, I'll share the simple... Comment. Reply. Connect  routine that consistently creates more opportunities without spending hours creating content.You'll learn why these three habits outperform simply publishing another post and how they help expand your reach, strengthen relationships, and bring more of the right people to your profile.Don't forget to sign up for our FREE LinkedIn Clients On Command Workshop here: https://www.thetimetogrow.com/LinkedInContentRoadmap

Become the most trusted health practitioner in your market & attract pre-sold patients with YouTube → https://go.healthpreneurtraining.com/youtube?el=July19Turning YouTube viewers into paying patients has nothing to do with going viral. In this episode, I break down the exact five step system that generated more than 21.4 million dollars in the past two years from a small YouTube channel serving a niche audience of health practitioners.I'll also share how to get found without competing against massive channels, the real psychology behind thumbnails that get clicks, the single most important metric on YouTube, and how to build a content funnel that gets viewers to show up to your practice already pre-sold.Subscribe for weekly strategies on growing your health coaching or practice-based business: https://youtube.com/@HealthpreneurRESOURCES AND LINKS Website: https://healthpreneurgroup.com Podcast: The Healthpreneur Show with Yuri Elkaim Healthpreneur Website: https://healthpreneurgroup.com ❓COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONSWhy don't people work with me even if my content is good?Yuri explains that people do not work with you for one of two reasons. Either they don't know you exist, or they don't see enough value or trust in you yet. Trust is built by getting people to spend time with your content, which is why long form video works better than short clips or ads.Do I need to go viral to grow my practice on YouTube?No. Yuri says chasing viral views is the wrong goal. His own channel intentionally targets a small, specific audience of health practitioners, sometimes getting only a few hundred views per video, because those views come from the right people who are ready to take action.What is the most important metric on YouTube?Watch time. Yuri explains that YouTube rewards videos that keep people watching longer by showing them to more people. This is why the first few seconds of a video matter so much, and why filler intros or early promotional pitches often cause viewers to leave before the real content even starts.ABOUTI am Yuri Elkaim, founder of HealthPreneur. For over 20 years I have helped health coaches, practitioners, and wellness experts build seven and eight figure businesses online. This channel shares the exact strategies, funnels, and frameworks we use with our clients every day. New videos drop weekly.

At some point, every entrepreneur says the same thing:"I need help."But help with what?That's where most business owners get stuck.In this episode of The MindShare Podcast, David Greenspan shares a conversation from the gym that sparked a much bigger discussion about hiring, delegation, leadership, and building a business that doesn't rely on you doing everything yourself.Too many entrepreneurs hire because they're overwhelmed—not because they have a clear plan.They bring someone on board, then spend weeks trying to figure out what that person should actually be doing.Sound familiar?David breaks down why that's backwards, how to identify exactly where you need help, and why your next hire shouldn't begin with a job title—it should begin with understanding how you spend your own time.He also shares one of the simplest yet most effective exercises he uses with coaching clients to determine what should stay on your plate and what should come off.Plus...Once you hire someone, how do you know if it's actually working?If your answer is simply, "I feel less stressed," you may be measuring the wrong thing.This episode will help you think differently about delegation, accountability, leadership, and creating measurable results inside your business.Whether you're a Realtor, entrepreneur, small business owner, or leader building a team, this conversation will help you stop hiring reactively and start building intentionally.What You'll LearnWhy most entrepreneurs hire too late—and for the wrong reasonsThe biggest mistake business owners make before hiring an adminHow to identify exactly where you need helpThe four-box exercise to define your next hireWhy awareness always comes before delegationThe difference between assigning tasks and creating ownershipHow to measure whether an employee is actually improving your businessWhy tracking data beats relying on feelingsHow hiring changes your role as a business ownerWhy systems and communication matter just as much as peopleEpisode Breakdown[00:00] "I Need Help"The gym conversation that inspired this episodeWhy feeling overwhelmed isn't a hiring strategyThe question every business owner should answer first[09:00] Before You Hire Anyone...Understanding where your time actually goesWhy awareness is the first step toward delegationThe exercise that reveals your next hire[18:00] The Four-Box FrameworkWhat you're good atWhat you enjoy doingWhat you're bad atWhat you hate doingHow these answers shape your business[27:00] Commercial Break[29:00] Stop Assigning Tasks—Start Creating OwnershipWhy ownership creates accountabilityMoving from busy work to meaningful contributionBuilding roles that grow with your business[38:00] How Do You Know It's Working?Measuring success with tangible dataDefining expectations before hiringWhy business should be measured the same way elite athletes measure performance[48:00] Hiring Doesn't Fix Broken BusinessesWhy people amplify your systemsThe importance of communication and leadershipPreparing your business before expanding your team[55:00] Your Action PlanTrack everything you do for one weekComplete the four-box exerciseIdentify where another person could create the greatest impactBuild your next role with intentionKey TakeawayHiring isn't about removing work.It's about putting the right work in the hands of the right people.Before you bring someone into your business, get clear on what success looks like, what should be delegated, and how you'll measure whether it's actually making a difference.The businesses that grow intentionally don't just add people.They create clarity, ownership, accountability, and measurable outcomes.

How To Grow Your Business Without Working More Hours Most entrepreneurs try to grow their business by working harder, but building a successful business does not come from adding more hours. This episode explores how to grow your business by increasing your value, improving your skills and creating more freedom without burnout. If you feel trapped in the cycle of needing more clients, more work and more hours just to increase your income, this episode will help you rethink how business growth really works. David Ralph shares the lesson that changed the way he approached entrepreneurship: the goal is not to become busier, but to become more valuable. After experiencing the frustration of building a business that demanded more time instead of creating more freedom, David explains why increasing your communication, improving your positioning, developing sales confidence and refining your offer can completely change your results. A successful business should not depend entirely on your availability. The strongest entrepreneurs build systems, create trust, develop expertise and increase the value they deliver so their income can grow without sacrificing their health, relationships and personal time. This episode is about escaping the busy entrepreneur trap and creating a business that works for you. You will discover: Why working harder is often the wrong solution for business growth How increasing your value can create higher income opportunities Why communication and positioning are essential entrepreneurial skills How better offers create more confidence and easier sales Why freedom and time are the real measures of business success Join Up Dots is about building a business, wealth and lifestyle that gives you more choice, more simplicity and more control. Listen now and discover how to increase your value before increasing your hours. Follow Join Up Dots for more conversations about entrepreneurship, business growth, wealth creation and building a life that gets better, not busier. #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth #BuildABusiness #SmallBusinessOwner #EntrepreneurMindset #Solopreneur #BusinessFreedom #EscapeTheHustle #EntrepreneurBurnout #WorkLessEarnMore #BusinessSystems #ScaleYourBusiness #IncreaseYourIncome #CreateFreedom #TimeFreedom #FinancialFreedom #ProductivityTips #BusinessStrategy #OnlineBusiness #SuccessMindset

You've been staring at AI like it's a magic trick you'll never understand. You've watched everyone else claim they're 10x more productive while you're still Googling how to write a better prompt. Here's the truth: AI isn't going to replace you because it's smarter. It's going to replace you because someone else learned how to use it and you didn't. Geoff Woods is the author of The AI Driven Leader and has spent years teaching normal people how to use AI to solve real problems, not just write better emails. He's worked with venture backed companies, public corporations, and CEOs racing toward exits, and in this episode, he's breaking down the exact framework that turns AI from a glorified search engine into a strategic thought partner that makes you think better, work faster, and solve problems you didn't even know you had. In this episode, you'll learn: The CRIT framework: Context, Role, Interview, Task, and why this four step process is the difference between AI slop and superhuman output Why asking AI questions is the worst way to use it and how making AI interview you instead unlocks insights you'd never think to share The 80/20 rule of AI: why most people waste time automating tasks that don't matter and how to identify the 20% that drives 80% of your results Why cognitive decline is the greatest risk with AI that nobody's talking about and how to use it in a way that makes your brain stronger, not weaker The AI board: how to build custom personas of Steve Jobs, Warren Buffett, and your future self to advise you every single day Stop treating AI like a shortcut. Start treating it like a thought partner. The people who master this won't just work faster. They'll think differently. Thanks to SoFi for sponsoring this episode! Looking for funding to help grow your business? Get started at SoFi.com/Codie. #SoFiPartner #ad ___________ (00:00:00) Introduction: AI as a Thought Partner, Not Just an Assistant (00:01:14) The 300 Million Dollar Board Meeting: How AI Transformed a Hostile Relationship (00:06:30) The CRIT Framework: Context, Role, Interview, Task (00:11:20) The Saving Face Consortium: How AI Saved a Manufacturing Company from Bankruptcy (00:15:38) The Three Skills You Must Master to Harness AI Without Being Replaced (00:18:14) Speech to Text and Advanced AI Hacks: Playing AI Against Itself (00:22:29) The Sticky Note Trigger: How to Actually Change Your Behavior with AI (00:25:07) Agentic AI: The 18th Domino You Should Not Start With (00:29:05) The 80-20 Framework: Identifying What Actually Matters in Your Business (00:31:49) The Death of Entry-Level Work and What Skills Will Survive AI (00:34:34) Daycare Employees Versus Department Chairs: Own Your Job or Lose It (00:37:14) The AI Leadership Culture: Training People to Prioritize Without You (00:41:21) The Steve Jobs Manifesto: Using AI for World-Class Creative Output (00:43:28) Creating Your AI Writing Persona: The 20 to 50 Email Upload Method (00:47:13) Building Your AI Board: Steve Jobs, Warren Buffett, and Your Future Self (00:51:10) The Greatest Risk Nobody Talks About: Cognitive Decline and Mental Atrophy (01:00:49) Voice of Customer Agents and Real-Time Sales Coaching That Actually Works (01:03:37) The 30-Day CRIT Challenge: One Thing to Do Right Now to Transform Your Life ___________ MORE FROM BIGDEAL

Most business owners spend too much time looking for ways to avoid taxes and not enough time building lasting wealth.In this episode of Grow Your Business and Grow Your Wealth, Gary Heldt sits down with veteran CPA Sam Miles, founder of Guardian CPA Group, to discuss the difference between smart tax planning and risky tax schemes. With nearly 30 years of experience, Sam shares why the best financial decisions are built on documentation, ethical planning, and long-term strategy instead of social media shortcuts.They discuss why a great CPA should challenge you rather than simply tell you what you want to hear, how to prepare for an IRS audit before one ever happens, and why growing your balance sheet is more important than reducing this year's tax bill.If you're a business owner who wants greater confidence in your finances and fewer surprises from the IRS, this episode is packed with practical advice you can use immediately.In This EpisodeThe biggest mistake small business owners makeWhat separates a great CPA from an average oneWhy many viral tax strategies can create unnecessary riskThe importance of documentation for every tax deductionHow to prepare for an IRS audit before it happensThe Augusta Rule and when it may applyPaying your children through your business legallyWhy buying equipment simply to save taxes can hurt your wealthThe difference between lowering taxes and building real wealthCreating financial systems that support long-term growthConnect with Sam MilesGuardian CPA Group

Join my free online community of women building businesses and faith --> https://lindsayfletcher.co/community ____________________________________________ Join The Multiplication Method, the exact relationship marketing strategy that helped us generate more than $2.5M in revenue. Grab your seat here --> https://lindsayfletcher.co/multiply ____________________________________________ In this episode Lindsay Fletcher explains why consistency — not motivation — is the foundation of steady sales and sustainable business growth. She uses biblical encouragement, a farmer analogy, personal stories, and client examples to show how daily sales activities and follow-up plant seeds that eventually produce a harvest. Listeners will learn a practical mindset shift to decide and declare consistent sales habits, plus real-world steps to turn conversations into clients and grow their business with endurance and faith.

Want to know how to book a TEDx Talk? Listen in on a conversation with speaking coach Megan Hamilton — who's been the speaker advisor at the second largest TEDx in Canada for 12+ years and has coached TEDx talks around the world — to break down exactly how to book a TEDx talk, even if you've never set foot on a stage before.We're covering everything from what the TEDx organizers are scanning for when they pick speakers (hint: it's not your business pitch), to  why 'selling from the stage' is majorly against the TED rules (and a BETTER way to leverage your talk to grow your business).Dreaming of being a keynote speaker? Tap play because in this episode, we get into:3 steps to take right now if you're dreaming about speaking on a TEDx stage some dayWhat TEDx organizers look for when they choose speakers (and why "I want to grow my business" is the wrong energy to bring)The TEDx audition process Rules that get your entire talk rejected from the TEDx YouTube channelHow to start building relationships with TEDx organizers near you, before you're anywhere near ready to auditionStrategies for leveraging a TEDx talk into bigger stages, press, and business opportunitiesGET MEGAN'S  TEDx BUCKET LIST CHECKLIST (it's free!): https://www.impactwitch.com/tedx-bucket-list-checklist The takeaway: Booking a TEDx talk isn't about waiting to get discovered — it's about treating it like any other visibility strategy: relationship-building, positioning, and being ready when the door opens. Megan lays out exactly where to start, today, even if your talk is still just a spark of an idea.If content and visibility are part of your growth plan (they should be), grab my free Instagram training: https://www.videoask.com/f7xjzo38p New to the show? Welcome — hit subscribe so you never miss an episode, and go binge the back catalog while you're at it. There's a lot of good stuff in there.

Cathy Fyock is The Business Book Strategist, and works with professionals who want to write a nonfiction book about their expertise as a strategy to grow their business/career, brand, and influence.Visit Cathy Fyock's Website: www.cathyfyock.com

Sol Lax is the CEO of Revenued, a financial technology company focused on providing flexible funding solutions to small and medium-sized businesses. With over 15 years of experience in venture capital, investment banking, and alternative lending, Sol has built a reputation for helping underserved businesses access capital through innovative, data-driven approaches. Under his leadership, Revenued has delivered billions in funding and pioneered revenue-based financing solutions like its Flex Line, designed to give business owners fast, flexible access to working capital without traditional lending barriers. Sol is known for his forward-thinking perspective on fintech, AI-driven underwriting, and the evolving landscape of small business finance, helping entrepreneurs secure funding, improve cash flow, and scale with confidence. During the show we discuss: How to access flexible funding without relying on traditional banks Why merchant cash advances aren't ideal for most businesses (and better alternatives) How fintech is using data + machine learning to improve lending decisions The key differences between short-term vs long-term financing strategies How to use working capital strategically to scale your business Why speed and adaptability in funding can make or break growth How lenders evaluate risk using modern credit modeling techniques What to look for in a legit, sustainable funding solution Resources: https://www.revenued.com/ 

Most contractors want more leads, more booked calls, and more revenue. But if your sales process is inconsistent, more leads will only expose the problem faster. In this episode of Service Business Mastery, Tersh Blissett and Joshua Crouch sit down with Josh Martin, Director of Revenue Strategy at 3Four Labs, to talk about how service businesses can grow by building a stronger sales framework, improving technician coaching, and using AI-powered tools the right way. Josh explains why AI and automation are only useful when your company already knows what "good" looks like. If your technicians, comfort advisors, or salespeople do not have a clear framework, the software cannot magically make them better. It needs to understand the questions you want asked, the information you want collected, and the way your company expects customers to be served. The conversation also breaks down why recording field conversations should not be seen as "Big Brother," but as a coaching tool. Just like athletes watch game film, technicians and salespeople can use call and visit recordings to improve their communication, tone, positioning, and close rate. They also discuss: Why every growing company needs a repeatable sales framework How AI ride-along tools help coach technicians and salespeople Why technicians act differently when a manager is physically in the truck How recording customer conversations can help your team improve Why "sales" feels uncomfortable for many technicians The importance of teaching technical experts how to communicate value Why companies need clean data before they rely on AI How AI can create noise when it is used without a clear outcome Why automation must be monitored instead of set and forgotten How to avoid overwhelming your team when adopting new technology Why sales tools must be customized to your company's process How asking for the sale is often the missing step in the home If you are trying to grow your service business, improve close rates, coach your team better, or make AI useful instead of confusing, this episode gives you a practical look at how sales process and technique create scalable growth. Timestamps 00:00 Clarifying platform's role and use case 05:22 Getting started in the industry 09:22 AI ride along software discussion 10:53 Optimizing service call efficiency 16:07 Watching sales recordings for improvement 18:37 Identifying AI-generated resumes 21:01 Efficiency with Technology Tools 24:08 Understanding mismatched business language 29:17 Demo: Claude's PowerPoint integration 31:10 Human oversight in automation 35:23 Challenges of Team Growth 39:35 Understanding customer communication skills 42:31 Introducing Execconnect tool 43:31 Explaining the 34 Labs name Follow the Host and Guest Tersh Blissett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tershblissett/ Joshua Crouch: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josh-crouch/ Josh Martin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuadarrenmartin/  3Four Labs: htps://www.linkedin.com/company/3fourlabs/    Connect with Us • LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/service-business-mastery • TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@servicebusinessmasterypodcast • Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/servicebusinessmasterypodcast • Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/servicebusinessmasterypodcast This episode is kindly powered by: UpFrog: upfrog.com  MarketStorm is an AI-powered advertising platform. Results vary by market, budget, and campaign configuration: https://marketstorm.ai/ Get Your 14-Day Free Trial with CallRail!: https://www.callrail.com/sbmpod CompanyCam: https://companycam.com/ Breezy: Capture 25-30% more clients with Breezy AI Agents. Use code "SBM" to book a demo and get $500 on us: https://getbreezyapp.com/schedule-demo PhoneTAP: Your calls hold the key to growing your business. PhoneTAP gives you instant AI analysis, real customer lifetime value, and tools to coach your team. Learn more: phonetap.ai/demo   

What makes a real estate investment worth the risk?In this episode of Grow Your Business and Grow Your Wealth, Gary Heldt sits down with Jacob Vanderslice, Co-Founder of VanWest Partners, to break down what investors should know before putting money into private real estate.Jacob has helped oversee more than $375 million in self-storage investments and shares why the biggest mistake many investors make is focusing solely on projected returns rather than understanding the risks.You'll learn the differences between owning real estate directly, investing through REITs, and partnering in private real estate deals. Jacob also explains key investment terms such as preferred returns, IRR, waterfalls, and K-1s in plain English, making this a valuable conversation for both experienced investors and those just getting started.Whether you're looking to diversify your portfolio, create passive income, or better understand alternative investments, this episode provides practical insights to help you make more informed decisions.In This Episode You'll Learn:Why self-storage has become one of today's most attractive real estate asset classes.The pros and cons of direct ownership, REITs, and private real estate investments.What every investor should ask before committing capital.How to evaluate a sponsor, not just the investment opportunity.What preferred returns, IRR, waterfalls, and K-1s really mean.Why protecting your downside is often more important than maximizing returns.How private real estate can fit into a long-term wealth-building strategy.Connect with Jacob VandersliceWebsite: https://vanwestpartners.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacob-vanderslice/Connect with Gary Heldt

Think being brilliant at what you do is enough to grow your business?Same. That's what most of us think, until the phone stops ringing.So we have Nancy Benet on ep 333 of The Content Queen Podcast to help you understand why visibility and marketing aren't optional, even when you're the expert in the room.Nancy is a licensed CPA, entrepreneur and CEO of Fix-It Accounting and Success Your Way. After a divorce left her with four kids, no job and over $650K in debt, she rebuilt everything from scratch and built two thriving businesses along the way. If you've ever hidden behind your expertise instead of putting yourself out there, this one's for you.If you LOVED this episode, make sure you share this on your Instagram stories and tag us @contentqueenmariah and @success.your.way.KEY EPISODE TAKEAWAYS

This summer, we're bringing back a few of our most valuable StoryBrand Podcast episodes, the ones we believe are worth hearing more than once.   Today's replay is all about one of the biggest mistakes businesses make with their messaging, which is trying to tell their own story instead of inviting the customer into a story. If your marketing feels clear to you but still isn't converting, this episode will help you diagnose why.   You'll learn how to stop making your company the hero and start positioning your customer as the hero instead.   Ready to clarify your message and grow your business?   Attend StoryBrand Your Business LIVE to learn how to explain what you do in a way customers instantly understand: https://storybrand.com/live/?utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=sbyourbusiness&utm_term=sbpod&utm_content=SB_workshop    Visit StoryBrand.com for business training, messaging tools, and resources to help you grow: https://storybrand.com/?utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=storybrand&utm_term=sbpod&utm_content=SB_home    Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/storybrand   Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/storybrand

From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Mike Morelli is the co-founder of Peak Prosper, a mindset coaching company helping entrepreneurial men build thriving businesses while living adventurous, balanced lifestyles. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Break your vision into a process and stack small wins to build momentum. 2. Authenticity comes from subtracting what holds you back, like fear and insecurity. 3. Fear of failure can make us hide who we truly are. Sponsors HighLevel - The ultimate all-in-one platform for entrepreneurs, marketers, coaches, and agencies. Learn more at HighLevelFire.com. 50 Days - Join JLD on his free '50 Days to Something' video series on YouTube and create something special in 50 days.

This episode of the GaryVee Audio Experience is a throwback to a September 2018 visit to London. This keynote has a lot of actionable advice as I explain attention and how to build your brand using the phone in your hand. You'll learn about: The Importance of Posting Content on 7-10 social media platforms How to Grow Your Business using LinkedIn Self Awareness is the Secret Weapon

This episode of the GaryVee Audio Experience is a throwback to a keynote I gave in Brisbane, Australia in August 2019. I discuss the importance of failure and why trying new sh*t at any age is always a good idea. In this episode you'll learn: Why TikTok and LinkedIn Content is the #1 Way to Grow Your Business in 2026How to Juggle Multiple Interests by tuning out the noiseWhy Loving Your Game is Important for the Longevity of Success