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In this episode of What Are You Made Of?, Mike “C-Roc” sits down with Maria Matarelli, Founder and CEO of Formula Ink, an international business consultancy helping leaders and organizations achieve higher performance through proven systems, strategy, and execution. Maria shares how resilience shaped her journey—from working three jobs to put herself through college to managing multimillion-dollar budgets and leading large teams at just 22 years old. She opens up about delivering measurable results for Fortune 100 companies, why so many organizations struggle with execution, and how proven frameworks like Agile and Lean can turn complexity into clarity.The conversation also dives into the personal side of success, including taking a million-dollar business loss, navigating betrayal, and embracing radical responsibility as the key to reclaiming power and momentum. Maria reflects on her global speaking career, a life-changing retreat in Bali that turned into a two-year reset, and how she now curates high-trust VIP networking events in Las Vegas that connect founders, investors, and creatives for meaningful growth. This episode is a candid and inspiring look at resilience, ownership, and building results that truly last.Website-http://findmaria.com Social Media Links/Handles-https://www.facebook.com/mariamatarellihttps://www.instagram.com/mariamatarelli/?hl=enhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/mariamatarellihttp://x.com/mariamatarellihttps://www.youtube.com/user/mariamatarelli

In this kickoff episode of a new multi-part series, Scott Landis and Jeff Jacob shift focus from Business Health to Executive Performance—the often-ignored constraint that keeps founders stuck at revenue and leadership ceilings. This conversation sets the foundation for understanding why the skills that got you to $1–$10M often won't get you beyond it, and why scaling requires a different way of thinking, leading, and executing through others. The episode introduces the Seven Traits of a Scalable Founder, which will each be explored in depth in future episodes.

In This Episode of Business Lunch: Roland Frasier and Richard Lindner discuss Amazon's recent strategic shift in the grocery sector, focusing on the closure of Amazon Fresh and Go stores while expanding Whole Foods. They explore the implications of this move, emphasizing the importance of market expansion and capital allocation. The discussion delves into how businesses can identify customer needs for expansion, the critical decision of whether to build or buy new capabilities, and the operational strategies necessary for successful growth. They also highlight the significance of understanding internal capacity when pursuing new opportunities.Chapters:00:00 Amazon's Grocery Strategy Shift03:03 Understanding Market Expansion and Capital Allocation05:58 Identifying Customer Needs for Business Expansion08:46 The Build vs. Buy Dilemma12:10 Operationalizing Expansion Strategies15:03 Evaluating Internal Capacity for GrowthConnect with me on social:TikTok: Check out my TikTok HereInstagram: Check out my Instagram HereFacebook: Check out my Facebook HereLinkedIn: Check out my LinkedIn HereSubscribe to my YouTube

Many real estate agents reach a point where working harder no longer produces better results. Their schedule is packed. Income is good. But growth feels capped and freedom feels out of reach. In this episode, we explore why being busy isn't the same as building a scalable business. You'll learn how successful agents shift from effort-based income to structure-based growth, allowing their businesses to produce results without constant personal strain. Topics include: • Why busyness eventually limits growth • The hidden cost of reactive schedules • Listings as the foundation of scalability • The few activities that actually drive predictable income • How systems create leverage and freedom • Why saying “no” protects growth If you're productive but feeling stuck, this episode explains the next evolution in your business. Additional Resources Daily agent strategies:https://HarrisRealEstateDaily.com/ Premier Coaching access:https://PremierCoaching.com Mastermind training:https://HarrisMastermind.com Coaching + brokerage platform used by top agents:https://WhyLibertas.com/Harris

In this episode of the Real Estate Pros Podcast, host Micah Johnson interviews Ryan Carr, a multifamily investment expert. Ryan shares insights into his journey in real estate, focusing on sustainable growth without cash calls from investors. He discusses the importance of diligence, mentorship, and building a strong team in the real estate business. The conversation emphasizes the need for a long-term perspective in real estate investment and the significance of creating win-win scenarios for all stakeholders involved.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

Most founders think success comes from having the right idea. Yash Daftary learned early that it comes from knowing how to sell, persuade, and build trust at scale. In this episode of The Next Level Podcast, Jeremy Miner sits down with Yash Daftary, founder of FanBasis, a digital commerce platform powering creators, entrepreneurs, and online businesses selling products, services, and memberships worldwide. Yash breaks down why his company pivoted away from celebrity-driven fan experiences, what he learned from watching real operators outperform big names, and why payment systems and customer behavior reveal the true quality of a business. You'll hear Yash's perspective on why sales is the most important skill a founder can develop, how experience and repetition sharpen judgment, and what it takes to build something that lasts beyond short-term wins. This episode is for entrepreneurs who want to build a real businesses in the modern digital economy.   Chapters: (00:00) Introduction (01:44) What FanBasis Actually Is and Why It Scales (03:56) Why Celebrity Models Failed and Digital Products Won (06:03) Growing Up Entrepreneurial and Learning Through Experience (09:22) Scaling Problems, Product Quality, and Real Metrics That Matter (14:17) Why Sales and Persuasion Are the Most Important Skills (20:09) The Trust Collapse, Rising Ad Costs, and What Wins Now (25:10) The Amazon for the Internet Economy Vision (27:03) Legacy, Fulfillment, and Why Goalposts Keep Moving   Got a question about sales, persuasion, or objection handling? Text me directly: ⁠+1-480-481-6755⁠   Join the 7th Level University: ⁠https://whop.com/discover/7thlevel/⁠   Join the waitlist for the Ask Jeremy 7q.AI : ⁠https://7q.ai/waitlist⁠   The exact NEPQ script I used to earn $2.4M/year as a W-2 sales rep: ⁠https://nepqtraining.com/smv-yt-splt-opt-org⁠   Prefer to understand the psychology behind NEPQ first? Grab The New Model of Selling: Selling to an Unsellable Generation on Amazon: ⁠https://www.amazon.com/dp/1636980112⁠   Book a call with my team: ⁠https://7thlevelhq.com/book-demo/⁠   Connect with Jeremy Miner YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@jeremeyminer⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/jeremyleeminer/⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremyleeminer/⁠ Facebook:⁠ https://www.facebook.com/jeremy.miner.52⁠   Connect with Yash Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/yashdaftary/?hl=en ⁠ Fan Basis Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/fanbasis/?hl=en ⁠ X: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/ydaftary/ ⁠ Linkedin: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/posts/ydaftary ⁠ Website: ⁠https://www.fanbasis.com/

Summary of How to scale a world class culture in your franchise: Want to know how to franchise a business and maintain world-class culture across thousands of locations? Discover the exact franchise growth strategies that took Anytime Fitness from a single 24-hour gym concept to the #1 fitness franchise in the world—with over 4,000 employees sporting brand tattoos (and they're not even corporate employees). In this episode of the Customer Service Revolution podcast, John DiJulius interviews Dave Mortensen, co-founder of Purpose Brands—the largest portfolio of fitness, nutrition, and wellness franchise brands generating $3.7 billion in combined revenue across 7,000 locations in 50 countries. If you're a franchisor struggling with culture consistency, a business owner wondering if franchising is right for you, or a multi-unit franchise operator looking to scale, this conversation reveals the counterintuitive secrets behind building a franchise system so powerful that franchisees' employees willingly get brand tattoos. What You'll Learn: The "Fanchise" model: How to turn franchisees into fans who are emotionally invested in your brand's mission (not just the ROI)—the framework from Dave's new bestselling book Fanchise Your Franchise The 5-location rule: Why you should NEVER start franchising until you've proven the concept across multiple company-owned locations (Dave and Chuck owned/flipped 5 gyms before franchising) The franchise validation process: How rigorous franchisee selection prevents 99% of future culture problems—"We want franchisees who want to change lives, not just make money" Scalable culture systems: The exact playbooks, standards, and training that allow 7,000 locations to deliver consistent experiences without Dave being present The PLEASE standards: How borrowing customer experience frameworks from consultants like John DiJulius transformed their service culture into an actionable system The tattoo test: When 4,000+ people tattoo your brand on their bodies by choice, you've transcended transactional franchising—here's how to create that level of loyalty Dave Mortensen's Franchise Journey: Phase 1: The Consultant Era (Early Career) Started in fitness at 21, dropped out of college, worked his way up Met business partner Chuck Runyon on similar trajectory Started consulting firm helping gym owners with operations, sales, and member experience Traveled across US, Canada, Australia, Mexico working with big box and boutique gyms Key insight: "People were passionate about fitness but didn't know how to run the business—Chuck and I could drive results AND write it down" Phase 2: The Operator Era (1995-2002) Bought first gym in 1995—the same gym where Dave worked front desk for $4/hour Grew it from 400 to 4,000 members, then sold it Started buying, remodeling, and flipping gyms successfully Owned 5 locations simultaneously at peak Key insight: "We said we need to start SHOWING people we know how to do it, not just telling them" Phase 3: The Franchise Era (2002-Present) Opened first Anytime Fitness in 2002 with revolutionary 24/7 model Kept consulting firm and big box gym for 3 years, then sold everything to focus on Anytime Sold franchise #1 to a member who believed in the concept Today: Co-founder of Purpose Brands with 9 franchise brands across 50 countries Key insight: "We didn't just franchise a business model—we franchised a mission to change lives" The Purpose Brands Portfolio: 9 Franchise Brands Under One Umbrella: Anytime Fitness (World's #1 fitness franchise) Orangetheory Fitness The Bar Method Waxing the City Base Camp Fitness SUMHIIT Fitness Stronger U Nutrition Healthy Contributions Provision Security Total System Stats: $3.7 billion combined revenue 7,000+ locations 50 countries 6 million members served 4,000+ brand tattoos (just Anytime Fitness) The Franchise Culture Paradox Explained: The Problem Most Franchisors Face: "I opened my salon 33 years ago and we were great at customer service because 50% of our staff was me and my wife. Then we grew to multiple locations and the experience tanked because we weren't everywhere." - John DiJulius How Purpose Brands Solved It: Dave reveals the systems that allow franchisees' employees (not even corporate employees) to line up around the building to get brand tattoos at annual conferences—in the US, New Zealand, Australia, and beyond. Critical Franchising Insights: "You don't franchise a business—you franchise a mission" The difference between transactional franchising (buy a territory, make money) and transformational franchising (join a movement, change lives) "Find the 36-inch travel between talent and passion" Dave's framework for helping franchisees discover if they're in the right business—it's never 100% talent or 100% passion, but finding the balance point "We want franchisees who want to change lives, not just make money" The franchisee selection criteria that predicts long-term success better than net worth "Relationships create who we are—you are one of 50-100 that shaped our business" Why Dave credits consultants, mentors, and partners for Purpose Brands' success (including John DiJulius for helping create the PLEASE service standards) "Create availability for people to find you—it makes it easier to make an impact" Leadership philosophy on accessibility that translates to franchise support systems When to Franchise Your Business (Dave's Criteria): ✓ Proven unit economics across multiple locations (not just one lucky store) ✓ Replicable systems that someone else can execute without you ✓ Mission-driven model that attracts passionate operators, not just investors ✓ Scalable training that maintains culture as you grow ✓ Clear standards documented in playbooks (the "write it down" principle) Franchise Growth Strategies That Work: 1. The Consulting-to-Ownership Bridge Dave and Chuck consulted for years before owning, which taught them what works across different markets and models 2. The Flip-and-Learn Model Buying, improving, and selling gyms taught them rapid value creation and what levers drive results 3. The Mission-First Sale First franchise sold to a member who believed in the concept—not a business investor looking for ROI 4. The Playbook Obsession "Write it down"—documenting every procedure so franchisees can execute at scale 5. The Partner Selection Dave: passionate about fitness + talent in business Chuck: passionate about business + talent in operations Perfect complement creates unstoppable partnership For Corporate/Non-Franchise Businesses: Question to Dave: "Does someone have to be in the franchise world to engage you? Could KeyBank or another corporate entity learn from you?" Dave's Answer: "Absolutely. Anyone that wants to develop a culture that is scalable—that they can scale within their system—is something we can be a part of." Translation: The principles that allow 7,000 franchise locations to maintain culture work just as well for corporate multi-location businesses, distributed teams, or any organization struggling with consistency at scale. New Book: Fanchise Your Franchise Third book from Dave Mortensen and Chuck Runyon Core Concept: Transform franchisees from transactional business owners into passionate fans who champion your mission Who Should Read It: Franchisors with 10-100 locations struggling to maintain culture Business owners considering franchising but unsure if they're ready Multi-unit operators wanting to improve franchisee engagement Corporate leaders looking to scale culture across distributed locations Anyone building a business that needs to maintain standards without being everywhere Where to Get It: 4PGuys.com (the "4P Guys"—Dave and Chuck's consulting/speaking platform) Perfect For: Franchisors wanting to scale culture beyond 100 locations Business owners evaluating if franchising is the right growth strategy Multi-unit franchise operators looking to improve unit consistency Fitness/wellness entrepreneurs specifically in gym, boutique fitness, nutrition spaces Corporate leaders of multi-location businesses struggling with "employee roulette" CEOs who want to understand why some franchise systems thrive while others implode Key Quotes from Dave Mortensen: Franchising vs Corporate Growth: "We didn't just franchise a business model—we franchised a mission to change lives. That's why their employees get tattoos, not ours." Franchisee Selection: "We want franchisees who want to change lives, not just make money. If you're only in it for ROI, you won't survive the hard times." Talent vs Passion: "You'll never be 100% talented at what you're most passionate about, and vice versa. But when you find the 36-inch travel between the two, you just found your career." Scalable Leadership: "Chuck and I were absolutely different. Chuck was passionate about the business. I was passionate about fitness. That's what made us unstoppable together." Helping Others: "If I can help people find what I've been lucky to have—an incredible business partner, a thriving business, a great family—that's my passion now." Resources Mentioned: Book: Fanchise Your Franchise by Dave Mortensen & Chuck Runyon Website: 4PGuys.com (consulting, speaking, franchise advisory) Purpose Brands Portfolio: 9 franchise brands across fitness, nutrition, wellness, security Previous Books: (Two prior books from Dave & Chuck on franchising/business building) Tactical Takeaways: For Businesses Considering Franchising: Don't franchise until you've proven the model across 3-5 locations minimum Document every system in written playbooks before selling franchise #1 Select franchisees based on mission alignment, not just capital For Existing Franchisors: Audit: Are you franchising a mission or just a business model? Ask: Would franchisees' employees tattoo your brand? If not, why not? Implement: Customer service standards as action words (like Purpose Brands' PLEASE framework) For Corporate Multi-Location Leaders: Steal the franchise playbook approach even if you're not franchising Create "write it down" culture so anyone can execute without you present Hire the Dave/Chuck complement—balance technical passion with business acumen Why This Matters: Most franchisors struggle to maintain culture past 50 locations. Purpose Brands maintains it across 7,000 locations in 50 countries—and has franchisees' employees tattooing the brand voluntarily. The difference? They don't franchise businesses. They franchise missions. They don't sell territories. They recruit believers. They don't manage franchisees. They empower fans. This interview reveals the exact systems, mindsets, and frameworks that create "Fanchises" instead of franchises. Ready to franchise your business the right way—or scale your existing franchise culture? This episode is your playbook. Links: Fanchise Your Franchise, The Book:  fanchiseyourfranchise.com Contact Dave at 4PGuys.com Purpose Brands:  https://www.purposebrands.com/ The DiJulius Group Methdology: https://thedijuliusgroup.com/x-commandment-methodology/ Company Service Aptitude Test:  https://thedijuliusgroup.com/c-sat-forms/individual-c-sat/ Schedule a Complimentary Call with one of our advisors:  tdg.click/claudia Ask John!  Submit your questions for John, to be aired on future episode:  tdg.click/ask Customer Experience Executive Academy: https://thedijuliusgroup.com/project/cx-executive-academy/ Experience Revolution Membership:  https://thedijuliusgroup.com/membership/ Books:  https://thedijuliusgroup.com/shop/ Contacts:  Lindsey@thedijuliusgroup.com , Claudia@thedijuliusgroup.com Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Purpose Brands and Dave Mortensen 04:11 The Journey of Anytime Fitness 09:35 Building a Franchise System 14:14 Defining Culture and Values 18:46 Connecting Head and Heart in Leadership 21:26 The Entrepreneur vs. Franchisee Mindset 25:42 Benefits of the Franchise Model 26:03 Building a Consistent Franchise System 26:57 The Evolution of Franchise Partnerships 27:31 Defining a Franchise: Passion and Purpose 29:27 The Importance of Emotional Investment in Business 30:44 Identifying the Right People for Your Business 31:28 Key Traits for Successful Team Members 34:06 The Three Golden Rules of Partnership 37:44 Leading Through Crisis: Lessons Learned 46:14 Finding Passion vs. Skill in Business 50:23 Helping Others Create Their Franchise Success Subscribe We talk about topics like this each week; be sure to subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts so you don't miss an episode.

In a podcast recorded at ITEXPO / MSP EXPO, Doug Green, Publisher of Technology Reseller News, spoke with Rick Bekers, CEO of Channel Sales Pro, about how MSPs and technology vendors can design effective channel programs that accelerate growth while avoiding common pitfalls. Bekers brings more than four decades of experience to the conversation, including 35 years as an MSP owner, time leading a Technology Services Distributor (TSD), and years as a consultant helping vendors and service providers enter and scale through the channel. He emphasized that channel programs—whether built by vendors or MSPs evolving into “master MSPs”—require specialized expertise. “Trying to build a channel program on your own can slow you down by 18 months to three years,” Bekers said, noting that missteps and trial-and-error often delay revenue and partner momentum. The discussion focused on how Channel Sales Pro engages with MSPs seeking to expand. Bekers described a structured discovery and gap analysis process designed to align channel strategy with business goals, followed by execution that leverages established industry relationships. Drawing on his own experience running an MSP, he stressed the importance of solid operational foundations—repeatable processes, PSA and RMM tools, and consistent onboarding—to prevent burnout and customer churn as firms scale. “You don't want to try to scale a program on broken processes,” he explained. Bekers also delivered a direct message to MSP founders who feel stuck managing growth alone. By standardizing operations and seeking experienced guidance, MSPs can move from reactive, exhausting growth cycles to predictable, repeatable expansion. His confidence in the model is underscored by a performance guarantee tied to measurable revenue outcomes, reinforcing his belief that disciplined channel strategy can deliver returns within months. Visit https://www.channelsales.pro/

Elyse Perweiler, RN, MPP, Professor, Rowan–Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine, Stratford, NJ, and Tim MacLeod, PhD, Program Director, Healthcare System Preparedness Program, Davos Alzheimer's Collaborative (DAC), Toronto, Ontario, Canada, examine how health systems can operationalize early cognitive screening to better prepare patients for specialty evaluation. Learn how standardized workflows, digital cognitive tools, and primary care–neurology collaboration can enhance diagnostic efficiency and access to Alzheimer disease care.

What if building a successful coaching or consulting business wasn't about doing more. But about building better systems?In this episode, Candy sits down with Scott Abbott, entrepreneur, author, and founder of BossUp. A modern business operating system designed to help leaders bring clarity, alignment, and accountability to their organizations.With more than three decades of experience across startups, Fortune-level companies, and global consulting firms, Scott shares the real story behind BossUp. Including his personal rock-bottom moment, the mindset shift that changed everything, and why ownership and structure are the true foundations of sustainable growth.In this conversation, you'll learn:Why most coaches don't have a motivation problem. They have a systems problemHow business operating systems create freedom, not rigidityThe role AI plays as a co-pilot for better thinking and executionWhy community and structure matter more than hustleWhat “coach them up or coach them out” really means in client conversationsThis episode is especially relevant for highly skilled, deeply purpose-driven coaches who are tired of inconsistent growth. If you want a business that supports your life, not one that drains it, this conversation will give you a new way to think about leadership, systems, and what's actually possible.-----Ready to Grow Your Coaching Business? Get the Free Course Today https://candymotzek.lpages.co/vfo/If this resonated and you'd like some support, click the link to book a call. Let's have a simple conversation to explore your goals and how I can best support you. https://candymotzek.as.me/breakthrough

Synopsis: At the heart of JPM 2026's biotech buzz, Alok Tayi sits down with Fred Aslan, CEO of Artiva, to explore how bold platform bets, scalable cell therapies, and autoimmune breakthroughs could reshape medicine. Fred traces his journey from medical school in Brazil to consulting at BCG, venture capital, and ultimately founding multiple companies—sharing why following curiosity, not rigid career ladders, shaped his path. Fred dives deep into the bottlenecks holding back traditional CAR-T therapies—manufacturing complexity, cost, hospitalization, and toxicity—and explains how Artiva's off-the-shelf NK-cell platform aims to change the paradigm. The discussion explores why rheumatoid arthritis became Artiva's lead indication, how immune “resets” could redefine autoimmune care, and what's ahead in 2026 as the company prepares registrational trials and expands its basket studies across lupus, myositis, scleroderma, and more. The episode closes with rapid-fire takes on AI in drug development, China's accelerating biotech engine, rare disease trial models, and the strategic principles founders should follow when choosing indications and building durable platforms. Biography: Fred Aslan, M.D., has a 20-year track record as an executive and investor in the life sciences industry. He was most recently President and CBO at Vividion Therapeutics, where he was responsible for business development, finance, alliance and project management, and operations. Dr. Aslan had the opportunity to lead Vividion's Series B financing and $135M-upfront collaboration with Roche. Prior to Vividion, Dr. Aslan had a 12-year affiliation with Venrock. Initially he was an investor from 2006 to 2013, when he cofounded and served as a board member of Receptos Pharmaceuticals (acquired by Celgene for more than $7 billion). Dr. Aslan led Venrock's investment in Zeltiq (acquired by Allergan for more than $2 billion) and was involved in the early formation of Fate Therapeutics. Subsequently as an entrepreneur from 2013 to 2018, he was CEO of Adavium Medical, a Brazilian medical device company, which he grew from zero to 350 employees, sales of over US$40 million, and fully integrated R&D, manufacturing, and commercial capabilities. Prior to Venrock, Dr. Aslan was Director of Business Development and Head of Investor Relations for CuraGen, a Nasdaq-listed oncology-focused biotech company. Prior to CuraGen, he was a consultant at Boston Consulting Group (BCG). Dr. Aslan holds a B.S. in biology from Duke University, an M.D. from Yale School of Medicine, and an MBA from Harvard Business School.

Are you actually growing your product, or just stacking signups that never turn into usage?A lot of teams get stuck there. More registrations feel good, but it's not the same as real usage, paid adoption, and a pipeline you can trust. And now with AI in the mix, it's easy to create more activity without getting more signal.In this episode of B2B SaaS Marketing Snacks, hosts Stijn Hendrikse and Brian Grav bring on their first guest, Alex Laventer.Alex has spent years in growth roles in B2B SaaS, including leading growth at DataStax and now leading go-to-market work on an AI agent product at IBM.The conversation gets practical fast, what “growth” really means, and how teams split (or combine) growth marketing and product growth.You'll walk away with a clearer way to measure growth, how to set up tracking you can rely on, and where AI can help (and where it tends to distract), including lead scoring and workflow automation.In this episode, you'll learn:Why signups mislead growth conversationsWhere teams lose signal without trackingHow PQLs connect product and marketingPerspective on sales assist with PLGExample: AI-assisted lead scoring workflows By the end, you'll know what to measure, what to ignore, and what to fix next so “growth” stops being a vague label and starts being a real operating system. Resources shared in this episode:BSMS 88 - Why founders overestimate PLG, and what VCs should check before investingBSMS 23 - Product led growth vs. sales led growthThe Foundation of a Successful SaaS GTM (Go-to-Market) Strategy T2D3 CMO MasterclassSubmit and vote on our podcast topicsABOUT B2B SAAS MARKETING SNACKSSince 2020, The B2B SaaS Marketing Snacks Podcast has offered software company founders, investors and leadership a fresh source of insights into building a complete and efficient engine for growth.Meet our Marketing Snacks Podcast Hosts: Stijn Hendrikse: Author of T2D3 Masterclass & Book, Founder of KalungiAs a serial entrepreneur and marketing leader, Stijn has contributed to the success of 20+ startups as a C-level executive, including Chief Revenue Officer of Acumatica, CEO of MightyCall, a SaaS contact center solution, and leading the initial global Go-to-Market for Atera, a B2B SaaS Unicorn. Before focusing on startups, Stijn led global SMB Marketing and B2B Product Marketing for Microsoft's Office platform.Brian Graf: CEO of KalungiAs CEO of Kalungi, Brian provides high-level strategy, tactical execution, and business leadership expertise to drive long-term growth for B2B SaaS. Brian has successfully led clients in all aspects of marketing growth, from positioning and messaging to event support, product announcements, and channel-spend optimizations, generating qualified leads and brand awareness for clients while prioritizing ROI. Before Kalungi, Brian worked in television advertising, specializing in business intelligence and campaign optimization, and earned his MBA at the University of Washington's Foster School of Business with a focus in finance and marketing. Visit Kalungi.com to learn more about growing your B2B SaaS company.  

Is your portfolio company's marketing dependent on a single person—or a scalable system? In my experience with Private Equity and mid-market acquisitions, I've seen that "leverage" is often the enemy of a clean exit. If your content creation process relies on one expensive agency or a single creative director, you don't have a system; you have a bottleneck.In this video, I'm breaking down my Commoditized Creativity framework—the exact system I've used to help businesses transitioning through PE acquisitions maintain high-level brand consistency across national territories.

If your transformation plan depends on “people will find the time,” you don't have a plan.In this week's episode of the Only Constant, Sam Low (Global Transformation Leader - Capex Efficiency at Syngenta) discusses with Nellie Wartoft how he rolled out eight major processes in eight months by locking in dedicated full-time resources, earning buy-in from site leadership early, and structuring the work into five clear phases (from readiness and diagnostics through sustainment).Connect with:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nellie Wartoft⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CEO of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tigerhall⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Chair of the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Executive Council for Leading Change (ECLC)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠nellie@tigerhall.com

Episode 211 with with Kanessa Muluneh, serial entrepreneur, investor, and founder of Nyle Investment Group, a diaspora focused investment firm connecting global capital with high impact opportunities across Africa. Kanessa exited her first company at 21 and has since spent over a decade building, scaling, investing in, and advising businesses across Africa's most important growth sectors, including agriculture, manufacturing, technology, and the digital economy.In this episode of the Unlocking Africa Podcast, Kanessa brings a rare founder operator investor perspective to how Africa can unlock sustainable economic growth in the 21st century. She explains why Africa's economic future will not be driven by technology alone, but by the successful scaling of traditional industries alongside digital innovation. Drawing on her hands on experience, she breaks down what it really takes to build resilient businesses in African markets and why execution, not hype, determines long term success.Kanessa also shares the thinking behind Nyle and the role diaspora capital can play in strengthening Africa's entrepreneurial pipeline. She discusses how diaspora led investment, when paired with local insight and hands on support, can unlock scalable, profitable businesses. From sitting on both sides of the founder investor table, she offers an unfiltered view of the blind spots that hold founders back and how narrative, visibility, and customer engagement can become powerful drivers of growth.What We Discuss With KanessaKanessa's journey from exiting her first company at 21 to building and backing ventures across Africa's traditional and digital sectors.Why Africa's economic growth depends as much on agriculture, manufacturing, and construction as it does on technology.How diaspora led capital, when deployed with discipline and hands on support, can unlock long term value for founders and investors.Why product alone is never enough and how narrative, visibility, and customer engagement drive commercial growth in emerging markets.The hard realities of scaling across borders and what founders must get right to build resilient, future ready African companies. Did you miss my previous episode where I discuss Building Profitable IT Infrastructure for Global Remote Work From Africa? Make sure to check it out!Connect with Terser:LinkedIn - Terser AdamuInstagram - unlockingafricaTwitter (X) - @TerserAdamuConnect with Kanessa:LinkedIn - Kanessa Muluneh and NyleMany of the businesses unlocking opportunities in Africa don't do it alone. If you'd like strategic support on entering or expanding across African markets, reach out to our partners ETK Group: www.etkgroup.co.ukinfo@etkgroup.co.uk

In this episode, we sit down with Jack Wingate, an experienced small business owner and strategic leader, to unpack what truly drives long-term success in today's competitive business world. From outworking the competition and building disciplined systems to using automation without losing the human touch, Jack shares real-world insights that every entrepreneur and leader needs to hear.This conversation dives deep into leadership mindset, smart resource allocation, team productivity, business scalability, and why consistency and adaptability matter more than shortcuts. Whether you're growing an agency, launching a startup, or leading a team, this episode will leave you with practical strategies and a renewed drive to build something meaningful.Join the elite ranks of P&C agents. Sign up for Agent Elite today and get exclusive resources to grow your agency!

Daniel Scharff, founder of Startup CPG, joins the Grow Everything podcast to share how he built the world's largest community for emerging consumer brands. With 35,000 members in their Slack channel and over 75 in-person events annually, Startup CPG is democratizing access to retail buyers, investors, and industry resources that would typically cost founders thousands in consulting fees. Daniel discusses the harsh realities of CPG entrepreneurship—including why only 20-25% of brands survive beyond a few years—and shares his playbook for success: prioritize great branding and taste over health claims, build scrappy and resourceful, and delay fundraising until you can command a meaningful valuation. He reveals patterns he's observed across thousands of brands, from the danger of copycat products in oversaturated categories (looking at you, chili crisps and prebiotic sodas) to the power of in-person connections for discovering innovation. Daniel also explains why Startup CPG operates on a "do good, do well" model, offering free resources to brands while building a sustainable business through sponsorships and events—and why he believes this approach could transform other industries beyond CPG.Grow Everything brings the bioeconomy to life. Hosts Karl Schmieder and Erum Azeez Khan share stories and interview the leaders and influencers changing the world by growing everything. Biology is the oldest technology. And it can be engineered. What are we growing?Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.messaginglab.com/groweverything⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Chapters:(00:00:00) - Fancy Weekends, Le Bernardin, and the Met(00:03:00) - Drops of God Season 2 and Art at the Met(00:06:00) - Automatic Noodle Book Discussion(00:09:00) - Claude Bot and AI Tools for Content Creation(00:13:00) - Introducing Daniel Scharff and Startup CPG(00:16:00) - Daniel's Journey from Mars to Just Egg to Startup CPG(00:21:00) - Building the World's Largest CPG Community(00:27:00) - Patterns of Success and Failure in CPG Brands(00:33:00) - What Makes Products Stand Out: Innovation vs. Copycats(00:38:00) - The Role of Biology and Health Claims in CPG(00:42:00) - Why In-Person Events Still Matter in a Digital World(00:50:00) - The Startup CPG Podcast and Media Platform(00:54:00) - Fundraising Strategies: When to Raise and How Much(01:00:00) - Quick Fire Questions with Daniel(01:03:00) - Final Thoughts and Wrap-UpLinks and Resources:Startup CPGStartup CPG Formulator DirectoryStartup CPG ResourcesNoguchi's Waterstone at the METAutomatic Noodle by Annalee Newitz166. The Great Reformulation: Joshua Lachter Rethinks How We Make Everything at Scale165. Biology Behind the Brands: Inside P&G's Two-Century Story164. From Plasmids to Pallets: How Erin Marasco Scales Biology at CargillTopics Covered: CPG, consumer packaged goods, startups, community, Startup CPG, innovationHave a question or comment? Message us here:Text or Call (804) 505-5553Instagram  / Twitter / LinkedIn / Youtube / Grow EverythingMusic by: Nihilore Production by:  Amplafy Media

Abdel Ali, founder and CEO of Kiwi Charge, shares how broken EV charging becomes when you don't control the parking space, electrical capacity, or building ownership. Instead of accepting the limitation, he built a radically different solution: mobile, robot-based EV chargers that bring power directly to parked vehicles. What you'll discover today… (04:20) Why EV charging in multi-tenant buildings is one of the biggest bottlenecks in EV adoption (05:30) The real cost problem with fixed chargers—and why 80% of installation spend isn't value-adding (09:30)  Subscription vs pay-per-use: rethinking the EV charging business model (12:30) How one robot can replace up to 30 Level-2 chargers using AI and scheduling (15:30) Building a robotics startup without an engineering background (17:50) From pilots to partnerships with developers and automakers (21:25) How SmartTO supports hard-tech founders through long development cycles (29:50) De-risking hardware startups with pilots, living labs, and digital twins (35:10) The hardest lessons learned scaling a physical, infrastructure-driven company (36:50) Advice for founders tackling climate and infrastructure problems (41:00) Kiwi Charge's vision for EV charging five years from now More about the episode In this episode of Siemens Pioneers: Startups from Dream to Reality, host Pang Cau sits down with Abdel Ali, founder and CEO of Kiwi Charge, and Paulina from SmartTO, a Toronto-based mobility incubator supporting hard-tech innovation. Kiwi Charge is tackling one of the least glamorous—but most critical—challenges in the EV ecosystem: charging in existing buildings. Rather than retrofitting parking garages with costly fixed infrastructure, Kiwi Charge uses autonomous mobile robots that navigate parking lots and charge vehicles overnight. The result is a flexible, scalable, and capital-efficient alternative that works within today's electrical constraints. Abdel shares how his background in venture capital shaped a market-first approach—validating willingness to pay before committing to expensive hardware development. Paulina offers a behind-the-scenes look at how incubators like SmartTO help founders de-risk deep-tech ideas through mentorship, applied research, living labs, and digital twins. If you're building in climate tech, infrastructure, robotics, or any hardware-heavy space, this conversation offers practical insights into turning constraints into competitive advantage. Connect with us Peng-Sang Cau LinkedIn Website Abdel Ali LinkedIn Website Dr. Paulina Karwowska-Desaulniers LinkedIn

In This Episode of Business Lunch: Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss discuss the evolving landscape of business in the age of AI, emphasizing the shift from task-oriented work to purpose driven services. They explore the implications of AI on job markets, the importance of customer experience, and strategies for business owners to adapt and thrive. The conversation highlights the need for businesses to focus on delivering value beyond mere tasks, ensuring they remain competitive in a rapidly changing environment.Chapters:00:00 Introduction to the Death of the Task Economy01:51 The Shift from Task to Purpose06:09 Understanding Jevons Paradox in AI12:42 Qualitative vs Quantitative Work20:47 Valuation and Purpose in Business25:10 Transforming Services with Purpose32:27 Customer Experience and the Future of ServicesConnect with me on social:TikTok: Check out my TikTok HereInstagram: Check out my Instagram HereFacebook: Check out my Facebook HereLinkedIn: Check out my LinkedIn HereSubscribe to my YouTube

In This Episode Networking doesn't fail because people don't show up—it fails because there's no system behind the effort. In this episode, Adi Klevit interviews Sarah Hubbard about transforming networking from a frustrating obligation into a repeatable growth strategy. Sarah shares how years in the mortgage industry revealed a common challenge across professions: being misjudged as transactional rather than trusted. That insight led her to design a systemized approach to relationship-building. Adi and Sarah break down Sarah's MAPP Framework—Mindset and Intention, Authentic Presence, Precise Messaging, and Purposeful Follow-Through. Sarah explains how showing up prepared, focused, and clear about what you need creates stronger conversations and accelerates trust. She also highlights how AI can be used before events to identify key connections, clarify goals, and reduce preparation time—while keeping the interaction itself deeply human. The conversation closes with follow-up, where most networking systems break down. Sarah shares her simple CRM-based segmentation method and emphasizes that consistent, value-driven touches—not mass emails—are what convert relationships into long-term business growth. The episode reinforces a core systems principle: networking works when it's intentional, documented, and executed consistently.  

In this episode of the Real Estate Pros Podcast, host Micah Johnson speaks with Coach Drew Little about his journey in the real estate industry, focusing on professionalism, accountability, and investment strategies. Drew shares insights on the challenges faced by agents, the importance of specialization, and how to navigate the current market dynamics. He emphasizes the need for a sustainable business model and the significance of understanding market trends to identify opportunities. The conversation highlights the value of building relationships and providing exceptional service in real estate.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

What happens when a brand still holds value — but no longer reflects who you've become?In this episode of The Debrief, Focus Lab CEO Bill Kenney sits down with Nick Donovan, VP of Marketing and Communications at the Technology Association of Iowa (TAI), to explore how his team evolved an almost decade-old brand into a scalable system that better reflects who they are today.With a background in graphic design and agency life, Nick brings sharp perspective on aligning purpose, messaging, and identity and what it really takes to bring a modern B2B brand to life.You'll hear:✅ Why slowing down is essential to making smarter, more strategic brand decisions✅ Why a deeper look at brand equity led to a more confident, focused refresh✅ How to design a scalable system that unifies multiple sub-brands and programs✅ How clear messaging enables more confident, consistent brand activationWhether you're planning a brand evolution or leading an identity rollout, this episode offers practical insight into what lasting, modern B2B branding really requires.Editor's Note: You'll notice some of our video dips into lo-fi territory throughout this episode. We had some rendering issues, but thankfully the insights came through in HD.---Focus Lab is an established B2B brand agency that believes, without question, that the most successful companies are the ones who invest in branding. Focus Lab creates transformative B2B brands that resonate with their customers and stand out as industry leaders. Through a proven process and a shared commitment to create unforgettable experiences, we develop true partnerships that help B2B brands become their boldest, most original selves.---Stay in Touch:Subscribe to our newsletterConnect with us on LinkedInSubscribe to our YouTube ChannelFollow us on Instagram

Recorded live at the NTL Summit in Miami, this episode features Jaden Doye, founder of Prestige Accounting & Consulting, who helps law firm owners scale smarter—and turn their firm into a long-term wealth and retirement strategy. Jayden breaks down the mindset shift from “job” to “scalable business,” why underpricing hurts everyone, and what it takes to build the right team and systems for real growth. Plus, she shares how she uses technology, marketing funnels, and visibility to run a multi-million dollar company while preparing for a 2026 world tour and three book releases.

Want to grow a billion-dollar business? You need better systems, not just better ideas.Adam James has had a front-row view as Energy Impact Partners has scaled from a $500M fund into a multi-billion-dollar force as a clean energy VC. But, as he shares, the secret to success isn't capital or flashy pitch decks. It's an obsession with infrastructure, team building, and doing the messy work of aligning people and process.In this candid conversation, Adam breaks down his methodology for scaling fast-growing organizations. From audits and goal-setting to the surprisingly overlooked art of hiring with intentionality. He also shares why most business books are garbage (except one), and why being “like bamboo” might be your best leadership model.Expect to learn:

The Scalable Freedom Show is stepping into a new chapter. After years of audio-only episodes and the intimacy that comes with that, I'm taking you behind the scenes of a big shift we're making this year. We're moving into video podcasting, and in this episode, I share why now, and why it matters.We talk about the real reason video is worth it, not because it's trendy, but because it changes discoverability. Audio has been an incredible way to nurture this community and build trust, but video gives the show a new way to reach people who would never find us otherwise. It becomes a gateway into the business, while still keeping the same honest, conversational feel you're used to.I also share what's actually changing and what isn't. The audio episodes are staying exactly where they are, and you'll still be able to listen as normal. We're simply adding the option to watch on YouTube, and I'll be honest about the learning curve that comes with speaking to the camera. You'll hear how I'm setting this up behind the scenes with new systems, batch recording in a studio, and building something sustainable for this season of motherhood and business.LINKSConnect with Ellie: Doors are NOW OPEN for The Mastermind Model ellieswift.com/model  Apply for the Scalable Freedom Mastermind hereFREE Private Podcast “Inside a 7-Figure Mastermind Business” hereWebsite:        https://www.ellieswift.com/Instagram:    @elliehswiftFacebook Group:    www.facebook.com/groups/shineonsocialellieswift/

Dushyanth shares his journey into AI, the challenges of building complex pipelines, and how to integrate responsible and ethical practices into machine learning workflows.Key Highlights:Scaling AI Systems: How to design and deploy pipelines that handle real-time inference, multimodal data, and production-level demands.Model Interpretability & Explainability: Strategies for making complex models understandable and accountable.Optimizing AI for Real-World Impact: Balancing performance, robustness, and human oversight in AI systems.Responsible AI Practices: Embedding ethics, fairness, and transparency in machine learning workflows.

In this episode of the Just Jenna Podcast, I sit down with my student Holland, creator of @thefitblondeyy, to share how she transformed her passion for fitness and cooking into a thriving online business.  Holland opens up about her journey from engineering to one on one coaching and ultimately to scaling with digital products, along with the confidence it took to show up online consistently.  We talk about the importance of niching down, staying committed when growth feels slow, and how real client results can turn into powerful scalable offers. Holland also shares the daily habits that keep her grounded, her advice for anyone who feels behind, and how high protein recipes helped shape her brand and impact thousands of people. If you are serious about investing in a Business Coach and want to book a call to disucss next steps, please choose a time here: https://oncehub.com/bookwithjenna 

Welcome to episode 316 of Grow Your Law Firm. In this episode, Ken is joined by Allison Williams, a longtime practicing attorney turned law firm growth coach and founder of Law Firm Mentor. Allison shares her personal journey from burnout and near disaster to building multiple seven-figure businesses by systematizing every part of her firm and eliminating what she calls "crushing chaos." The conversation explores why being a great lawyer has little to do with being great at running a business, how lack of systems keeps firms stuck in overwhelm, and why working harder is often the worst possible strategy. Allison and Ken dig into practical, realistic ways law firm owners can regain control of their time, improve profitability, and build firms that support both professional success and personal life. The discussion also tackles AI's growing role in law firms, where it adds leverage, where it creates risk, and how it can dramatically reduce training time and operational costs when used correctly. What you'll learn in this episode:   From Burnout to Breakthrough - Why hustle and long hours eventually fail law firm owners - How a single wake-up call led to building scalable systems Systematizing Without Overwhelm - A simple method to get processes out of your head and onto paper - Why improving systems by 10–15% beats starting from scratch Diagnosing the Real Source of Chaos - Identifying whether marketing, people, or operations cause the most pain - Focusing first on the problems that cost the most time and money Using AI to Create Leverage, Not Liability - Where AI boosts efficiency in training, workflows, and documentation - Why AI must be used carefully in legal work and decision-making Pricing, Profitability, and Long-Term Stability - How raising prices can improve client quality and firm performance - Designing solutions that reduce today's stress and prevent future burnout Resources: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/allisoncwilliams LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/law-firm-mentor-llc Facebook: facebook.com/LawFirmMentor Additional Resources:    https://www.pilmma.org/the-mastermind-effect https://www.pilmma.org/resources https://www.pilmma.org/mastermind https://calendly.com/jenna-pilmma/strategy-session-with-pilmma AI for PI Expo:   www.pilmma.org/ai-for-pi-expo

In this episode of the Real Estate Pros Podcast, host Micah Johnson welcomes Tryf Christoforou, co-founder of 3CRE Advisors, to discuss his decade-long journey in the real estate industry. Tryf shares insights into his diverse business units, which include commercial and residential real estate, property management, and capital markets. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the foundational aspects of real estate, such as financing and relationship-building, which have been crucial to his success. Tryf also highlights the strategic growth of his company, adapting to market changes, and the significance of providing value to clients through a comprehensive suite of services.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

Get the Most Beautiful Business workbook here: https://fos.now/yt-gd-discover-the-most-beautiful-business-model-workbook-1Get my Offer Stack Pyramid here: https://fos.now/yt-gd-discover-the-offer-stack-pyramid-1Do you want my help systematizing your business? Go here: https://fos.now/yt-apply-572In this video, I sit down with Sam Kolder for a whiteboard session I can't stop thinking about.Sam has created some of the most iconic creative work on the internet. His portfolio speaks for itself. But here's what most people miss: the real value didn't come from the creative work alone. It came from how he built his entire life around protecting creative energy while running a real business.We spent hours at the whiteboard breaking down the invisible systems behind creative flow. How to build offers around who you actually are. How to design your life so your best work shows up without burning out. How to merge goat-level creativity with the kind of structure that sets you free.This is what it looks like when you stop choosing between creativity and business, and start building both.Want to LEARN proven systems to grow your personal brand? Go here: https://fos.now/yt-newsletter-572Already doing $30K+/month? Come to my next free workshop and I'll show you how to systemize your business and get your time back → https://fos.now/yt-workshop-572Want to WORK with a team of A-players? Apply to Founder OS here: https://www.founderos.com/careersConnect with me:Website: https://fos.now/yt-founder-os-572Twitter: https://twitter.com/matt_gray_LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattgray1TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realmattgrayInstagram: https://instagram.com/matthgray#onepersonbusiness #creatoreconomy #entrepreneurshipDisclaimer: Information shared here is for educational purposes only. Individuals and business owners should evaluate their own business strategies and identify any potential risks. The information shared here is not a guarantee of success. Your results may vary. This video shares my personal experience and growth building businesses over 15+ years of consistent effort. Your results will vary depending on your own actions, strategies, and circumstances.

In This Episode of Business Lunch: Ryan Deiss and Roland Frasier discuss the importance of reflecting on failures to extract valuable lessons for future growth. They emphasize the significance of distributions as a sign of a healthy business, the necessity of focusing on one task at a time, and the long-term value of content marketing. Additionally, they explore the mindset shift from viewing excuses as valid reasons to recognizing them as barriers to success.Chapters:00:00 Reflecting on Failure and Growth03:10 The Importance of Distributions in Business06:06 Prioritizing Tasks and Focus08:50 The Value of Compounding Content11:56 Excuses vs. Reasons: A Mindset ShiftConnect with me on social:TikTok: Check out my TikTok HereInstagram: Check out my Instagram HereFacebook: Check out my Facebook HereLinkedIn: Check out my LinkedIn HereSubscribe to my YouTube

Today's episode is about clinical genetic services. In the first segment, Khalida talks to authors Courtney and Jade about retention of patient-facing genetic counselors and how generational age and work environment influence retention. For the second segment, Khalida chats with Dr. Ba-Jaj about telegenetics in India, reviewing data from 3 years and almost 1000 cases!     Segment 1: Factors influencing retention of patient-facing genetic counselors: Role of generational age and work environment Courtney Schroeder, MS, LCGC is an oncology genetic counselor at Indiana University Health. She received her BS in Psychology and Biology from the University of Dayton and her MS in Genetic Counseling from the University of North Carolina Greensboro. Courtney primarily works with the Precision Genomics team at IU Health. She also manages the Hereditary Renal and Prostate Cancer Clinic, which she established through a grant-funded project.   Jade McIntyre, MS, LCGC is a 2025 graduate of Indiana University Genetic Counseling Program. She is currently working as a genetic counselor in the Medical and Molecular Genetics Department at Indiana University Health. Jade is grateful for the opportunity to share the findings from her graduate student research that was published in July 2025.   In this segment we discuss: - This episode explores factors influencing retention of patient-facing genetic counselors. - The study highlights flexibility, autonomy, and experience as key drivers of retention. - Results show higher retention among older, more experienced counselors. - The discussion emphasizes employer strategies to improve workforce retention.   Segment 2: Telegenetics in India: A 3-year review of 938 appointments and patient–clinician perspectives   Dr Shruti Bajaj completed her MBBS and MD Pediatrics from Seth Gordhandas Sunderdas Medical College and King Edward Memorial Hospital, Mumbai. She subsequently pursued a Fellowship in Clinical Genetics, accredited by Maharashtra University of Health Sciences, from Seth Gordhandas Sunderdas Medical College and King Edward Memorial Hospital, Mumbai. Thereafter, Dr. Shruti Bajaj amassed vast clinical experience as an Assistant Professor in the busy Department of Pediatrics and Clinical Genetics at Seth Gordhandas Sunderdas Medical College and King Edward Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, for five years (2013- 2017). She has to her credit a short observership and training in Clinical & Laboratory Genetics from Kasturba Medical College, Manipal. She has additionally been trained through multiple short modules in different subspecialities of Clinical Genetics from prestigious centres across the country and the world. Some of these include the 'Cancer genetic counseling' course from Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai and the challenging 'Skeletal dysplasia' course from Lausanne, Switzerland. Dr Shruti Bajaj is the Founder and Director of The Purple Gene Clinic, which she established in 2017. The Purple Gene Clinic provides cares to patients across the country, and is one of the busiest and most trustworthy Genetic Clinics in India. Despite a demanding and busy practice, Dr Shruti Bajaj obtained the prestigious International Masters Degree in Neurometabolism and Cell Biology, from SJD Barcelona's Children Hospital, University of Barcelona, in 2024. During this course, Dr. Bajaj was awarded the prestigious International Travel Scholarship for both 2023 and 2024, after her submitted clinical cases were selected as the best amongst all applications, highlighting her exceptional clinical acumen and dedication. As a testimony to her passion for academics, Dr Bajaj has numerous national and international publications, as well as chapters in leading textbooks, to her credit. Dr Bajaj's innate compassion and passion for social services led her to establish a support group for individuals with Down syndrome, called PEHEL, in Mumbai in 2018. She also runs a charitable OPD at The Purple Gene Clinic, called Shantidevi Gupta Charitable OPD, in the loving memory of her late grandmother. Social media handles: Linkedin profile name: Dr Shruti Bajaj (Agarwal)  In this segment we discuss: - How tele-genetics improves access to genetic care across India. - When pure vs hybrid telemedicine works best for diagnosis. - Patient cost and time savings alongside clinician-reported challenges. - Scalable lessons for implementing tele-genetics in resource-limited settings.   Would you like to nominate a JoGC article to be featured in the show? If so, please fill out this nomination submission form here. Multiple entries are encouraged including articles where you, your colleagues, or your friends are authors.   Stay tuned for the next new episode of DNA Dialogues! In the meantime, listen to all our episodes Apple Podcasts, Spotify, streaming on the website, or any other podcast player by searching, “DNA Dialogues”.    For more information about this episode visit dnadialogues.podbean.com, where you can also stream all episodes of the show. Check out the Journal of Genetic Counseling here for articles featured in this episode and others.    Any questions, episode ideas, guest pitches, or comments can be sent into DNADialoguesPodcast@gmail.com.    DNA Dialogues' team includes Jehannine Austin, Naomi Wagner, Khalida Liaquat, Kate Wilson and DNA Today's Kira Dineen. Our logo was designed by Ashlyn Enokian. Our current intern is Stephanie Schofield.

In this episode of RevOps Champions, host Brendon Dennewill talks with Jennifer Zick, CEO of Authentic and creator of the Authentic Growth Marketing Operating System. With 25+ years in B2B marketing across startups, PE-backed companies, and global organizations, Jennifer unpacks the predictable pattern she's seen as companies scale: founder-led, sales-driven growth eventually leaves behind a trail of “random acts of marketing.”Jennifer explains the “little marketing vs. big marketing” shift, where marketing stops being a sidecar to sales and becomes a strategic, leadership-aligned growth discipline across the full customer lifecycle. The conversation covers why marketing often lacks the right seat in the organization chart, how RevOps becomes the glue for execution and measurement, and why fractional leadership is evolving into a long-term operating model, especially as AI improves tactical efficiency without replacing executive judgment.This episode is essential listening for CEOs, revenue leaders, CMOs, and RevOps professionals who want more predictable growth, clearer ROI, and a scalable marketing system that supports acquisition, retention, and valuation over time. What You'll LearnThe growth lifecycle shift: founder-led → sales-driven → go-to-market strategicLittle marketing vs. big marketingThe evolution of fractional CMOs from a temporary “bridge” to a long-term operating model Why RevOps/Marketing ops acts as the connective tissueThe predictability mindsetThe measurement ecosystem beyond CAC/LTVResources MentionedAuthentic Growth Marketing Operating SystemRandom Acts of Marketing AssessmentFractional is ForeverBow Tie / “Flipped FunnelThe E-MythIs your business ready to scale? Take the Growth Readiness Score to find out. In 5 minutes, you'll see: Benchmark data showing how you stack up to other organizations A clear view of your operational maturity Whether your business is ready to scale (and what to do next if it's not) Let's Connect Subscribe to the RevOps Champions Newsletter LinkedIn YouTube Explore the show at revopschampions.com. Ready to unite your teams with RevOps strategies that eliminate costly silos and drive growth? Let's talk!

He Bought Dirt… And Turned It Into a Scalable Business breaks down how land investing became the vehicle for rapid scale, freedom, and long-term wealth after traditional real estate paths fell short. In this episode, Clayton Hepler walks through the shift from rentals and wholesaling into land, why land remains a blue-ocean asset class, how scalable deal structures really work, and what separates hobby investors from true operators. From virtual teams and seven-figure land deals to misconceptions around liquidity, underwriting, and buyers, this interview reveals why land can outperform houses when paired with the right systems, people, and timing. _______________________________ If you want to learn how to run your business in 5 hours or less.... Go to https://www.5HourBusiness.com Subscribe to my YouTube channel:    / @tonyjavierbiz   And if you're into flying and want to follow my Aviation journey, check out my other YouTube channel at    / @tonyjaviertv   _______________________________ Follow me on Social Media: Tiktok -   / tonyjavier.tv   Instagram -   / tonyjavier.tv   Facebook Personal -   / tonyejavier   Facebook Business -   / realtonyjavier   ________________________________________ If you want to dominate your Real Estate Market with TV commercials, go here: https://www.ClaimMyMarket.com If you want to connect with me and my network, go to https://tonyjavier.com/connect If you want to check out Tony's Real Estate Resources and Vendors go to https://www.TonyJavier.com/resources ________________________________________ Tony is the owner of an INC 5000-rated Real Estate Investment Company. He has been featured in Bigger Pockets, Wholesaling INC, Steve Trang's Real Estate Disruptors, Joe Fairless' Best Ever Podcast, and many other top podcasts and platforms. When Tony is not working on his business, he enjoys flying his plane. You can see videos on that and how he uses airplanes to save money on taxes. Don't forget to like the video, comment, subscribe to my channel, and share this with a friend if I'm doing my job and providing value to you and your network. If I'm not doing my job please let me know in the comments how I can be better, your feedback is greatly appreciated. See you in the next video!

Referrals are often talked about as a “nice to have.” In this episode of Behind The Numbers With Dave Bookbinder, they're treated for what they really are - a measurable, scalable driver of profitable growth. Dave Bookbinder speaks with Brandon Barnum, widely known as the “King of Referrals,” about how referral-driven businesses outperform those that rely on traditional selling. Brandon shares his journey from single dad to referral-based entrepreneur and CEO of HOA.com, and breaks down the numbers behind referrals, including why B2B referrals convert at higher rates, stay longer, and deliver greater lifetime value. The conversation goes beyond theory and into execution. Brandon explains the mindset shift from selling to serving, his three-step referral framework (set the stage, listen for referral triggers, ASK to GET), and how to move referrals from something informal to a repeatable system. They discuss how to build and train referral partnerships, co-marketing strategies that actually work, and how to stand out when a prospect is given multiple referrals. Brandon also covers overlooked referral sources, the KPIs that matter when tracking referral performance, and how to scale referrals without losing the personal connection that makes them effective in the first place. Listeners will walk away with practical, actionable ideas - how to audit your existing relationships, why committing to one referral partner meeting per week can change your pipeline, how to systematize referrals across your team, and how to create a clear referral partner blueprint. About Our Guest: Brandon Barnum, known as the "King of Referrals," is an award-winning entrepreneur, speaker, and business strategist. He is the CEO of HOA.com and the author of four #1 best selling books in the Raving Referrals book series. A referral and sales expert, Brandon 10X'd his income from $20K to $200K in just 18 months. He has since generated over $500 million in referral-based transactions and built networks with over 5 million members in 195 countries and has helped over 250,000 real estate agents grow their businesses. Previously, he served as CEO of Codebreaker Technologies, developing the world's first personality-based AI for sales. Featured in "The Wall Street Journal", "Newsweek", and "Cracking the Millionaire Code", Brandon helps professionals expand their income, influence, and impact through proven referral and sales strategies. https://ravingreferrals.com About the Host: Dave Bookbinder is known as an expert in business valuation and he is the person that business owners and entrepreneurs reach out to when they need to know what their most important assets are worth. Known as a collaborative adviser, Dave has served thousands of client companies of all sizes and industries.  Dave is the author of two #1 best-selling books about the impact of human capital (PEOPLE!) on the valuation of a business enterprise called The NEW ROI: Return On Individuals & The NEW ROI: Going Behind The Numbers.  He's on a mission to change the conversation about how the accounting world recognizes the value of people's contributions to a business enterprise, and to quantify what every CEO on the planet claims: “Our people are this company's most valuable asset.” Dave's book, A Valuation Toolbox for Business Owners and Their Advisors: Things Every Business Owner Should Know, was recognized as a top new release in Business and Valuation and is designed to provide practical insights and tools to help understand what really drives business value, how to prepare for an exit, and just make better decisions. He's also the host of the highly rated Behind The Numbers With Dave Bookbinder business podcast which is enjoyed in more than 100 countries.

In this episode of the Real Estate Pros podcast, host Michelle Kesil interviews Aaron Caudell, a seasoned real estate investor who has transitioned from convenience stores to self-storage. Aaron shares insights on his journey, the importance of embracing technology, and the challenges of scaling his business. He emphasizes the significance of understanding market dynamics and the value of mentorship in navigating the complexities of real estate investment. Listeners will gain practical advice for starting their own investment journeys and learn about the evolving landscape of the self-storage industry.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

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Join Peter-Paul Biermans, Founder & CEO of The Green Table BV, in an insightful conversation with Gary Fowler as they explore the global food transition and why shifting from animal-based to plant-based proteins is one of the most powerful levers for climate action, public health, and sustainable living. Learn how The Green Table is redefining convenience with shelf-stable, ready-to-heat plant-based meals designed to fit modern lifestyles without compromise.

Pauly Guglielmo returns for a wide-ranging conversation on entrepreneurship, leadership, and building something that lasts. From scaling Craft Cannery and navigating long-term growth decisions to lessons learned from early career setbacks, Paul shares what it really takes to build a sustainable business. 

John Casmon interviews Dusten Hendrickson about why he believes development can be less risky than acquisitions when executed with discipline, repetition, and a long-term mindset. Dusten explains how creating value at the ground-up stage provides more margin to weather interest rate shifts and market cycles, especially compared to buying stabilized assets at peak pricing. He breaks down why “cool” trophy projects often underperform, how his team focuses on scalable workforce housing, and the operational efficiencies that drive stronger cash flow and durability. The episode offers a detailed look at development strategy, vertical integration, and why boring, repeatable projects often outperform flashy builds over time. Dusten HendricksonCurrent role: Founder, Mailbox MoneyBased in: United StatesSay hi to them at: https://mailboxmoneyre.com Visit ⁠www.tribevestisc.com⁠ for more info. Visit bestevercrypto.com today to get started and earn up to $2,500 in bonus crypto. Try QUO for free PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to quo.com/BESTEVER  Join us at Best Ever Conference 2026! Find more info at: https://www.besteverconference.com/  Join the Best Ever Community  The Best Ever Community is live and growing - and we want serious commercial real estate investors like you inside. It's free to join, but you must apply and meet the criteria.  Connect with top operators, LPs, GPs, and more, get real insights, and be part of a curated network built to help you grow. Apply now at⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www.bestevercommunity.com⁠⁠ Podcast production done by⁠ ⁠Outlier Audio⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we are honored to sit with Sheppard Bowen, co-founder of EVER.PARTY and a former Farmers Insurance agency owner to talk about what actually drives long-term success in the insurance business. From consistency and lead generation to retention, tracking, and team motivation, this conversation breaks down the real levers behind sustainable growth. This episode is a must-listen for agents and entrepreneurs who want clarity, structure, and real growth strategies that work in the real world.Join the elite ranks of P&C agents. Sign up for Agent Elite today and get exclusive resources to grow your agency!

What if the real reward in restaurants isn't the exit, but the impact?Scott Redler didn't just co-found Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers, he scaled it to 400+ units without losing his soul.In this episode, we get into the mindset shifts that made that possible: from hiring like your business depends on it (because it does), to giving GMs ownership in everything but name. Scott shares how he built a culture of transparency and accountability, why the “no-jerk rule” matters more than a resume, and how he chose franchisees who shared his values, not just his ambitions.For operators who care about building something bigger than themselves, this is a masterclass in scaling with intention, and not ego.To learn more about Mocha's Coffee & Eatery, visit mokasusa.com_________________________________________________________Free 5-Day Restaurant Marketing Masterclass – This is a live training where you'll learn the exact campaigns Josh has built and tested in real restaurants to attract new guests, increase visit frequency, and generate sales on demand. Save your spot at restaurantbusinessschool.com

Episode Overview In the second part of this Power Hour series, John Kitchens together with operations expert Joel Perso to tackle one of the biggest bottlenecks holding agents and team leaders back: operational chaos. This session is a practical, back-to-basics masterclass on how to actually build business processes that scale, not just talk about systems. John and Joel break down the difference between systems, processes, SOPs, and checklists—and explain why most agents stay trapped in production because their business only exists in their head. If you've ever said "I need better systems" but felt overwhelmed on where to start, this episode gives you a clear, executable framework to begin documenting, delegating, and scaling—without overcomplicating it. Key Topics Covered Why Processes Are the Foundation of Freedom The difference between being self-employed and owning a real business Why you can't escape a business that only lives in your head How documented processes create leverage, consistency, and delegation Systems vs. Processes (And Why Most People Confuse Them) What a "system" actually is versus a "process" How multiple processes work together to support one system Real-world examples using marketing, listings, and lead conversion Where to Start Building Processes (Without Overwhelm) Identifying your core business processes by function Why lead generation and marketing should come first How to prioritize processes that create the biggest ROI The Power of Simplicity Why Google Docs and checklists beat complex flowcharts How checklists outperform experience alone The 80/20 rule of process design (and why perfection kills momentum) Making Processes Actually Get Used Why SOPs die on the shelf Connecting processes to daily, weekly, and monthly execution How activity checklists turn documentation into action Using AI to Accelerate Documentation Recording what you already do instead of starting from scratch How tools like Loom, Scribe, and AI can create SOPs faster Turning videos into checklists, SOPs, and training assets Leadership, Accountability, and Ownership Why processes should be owned by roles, not people How process ownership improves accountability and scalability Creating a culture of problem-solving instead of rigidity Resources & Mentions The Checklist Manifesto – Atul Gawande Traction / Rocket Fuel (EOS Framework) – Gino Wickman The Goal – Eliyahu Goldratt Trainual – Process documentation & training platform Scribe – AI-powered SOP creation Honey Badger Nation John Kitchens Executive Coaching → JohnKitchens.coach Final Takeaway You don't scale by working harder—you scale by removing guesswork. Processes aren't about control or bureaucracy. They're about clarity, consistency, and creating freedom for you and your team. Start simple. Document what already works. Build checklists before complexity. And remember: a good process that handles 80% of situations beats a perfect one that never gets used. "You can never escape a business that only lives in your head." – Joel Perso Connect with Us: Instagram: @johnkitchenscoach LinkedIn: @johnkitchenscoach Facebook: @johnkitchenscoach If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe and leave a review. Stay tuned for more insights and strategies from the top minds. See you next time!

In This Episode of Business Lunch: Ryan Deiss and Roland Frasier explore the evolving landscape of personal branding and entrepreneurship, focusing on the concept of the 'Individual Empire.' They discuss the shift from being a creator to building a sustainable business, the challenges of content creation, and the importance of team building. The conversation highlights the need for systems and processes to scale effectively and the potential for individual empires to be acquirable in the future. Ultimately, they emphasize that building a business around a personal brand requires careful architecture and planning to ensure longevity and success.Chapters:00:00 Introduction to the Individual Empire Concept02:32 Defining Personal Brands vs. Individual Empires07:35 The Transition from Media to Brand Ownership12:39 Bottlenecks in Content Creation and Audience Growth18:46 Building a Team for Sustainable Growth22:41 The Role of Trust in Consumer Relationships24:26 Valuation of Individual Empires vs. Brands29:59 Best and Worst Case Scenarios for Creators36:08 Final Thoughts on Building Sustainable BusinessesConnect with me on social:TikTok: Check out my TikTok HereInstagram: Check out my Instagram HereFacebook: Check out my Facebook HereLinkedIn: Check out my LinkedIn HereSubscribe to my YouTube

Send us a textIn this episode of Weiss Advice, host Yonah Weiss sits down with real estate investor and broker Christina Kovacs to unpack her full journey through residential flips, short-term rentals, multifamily ownership, and asset management at scale.Christina shares how getting her hands dirty early in her career shaped her as an operator, why she ultimately pivoted away from single-asset investing, and the lessons she learned the hard way about property management, partner selection, and staying focused in one lane.They also dive into tenant management, underwriting realities in Class C assets, the power of LinkedIn as a business tool, and why Christina is now doubling down on multifamily and commercial brokerage heading into 2026.This is a must-listen for investors who want real, operator-level insight into what actually drives performance in multifamily deals.⏱️ Episode Timestamps00:01:30 – Christina's early real estate journey and live-in flips 03:30 – Pivoting from single-family and STRs into multifamily 06:45 – Joint ventures vs syndications and building confidence as an operator 07:50 – Why property management can destroy a great deal 09:00 – The 42-question property manager vetting process 11:00 – Auditing ledgers, hidden expense creep, and CapEx tracking 16:15 – Tenant horror stories and inherited problems after acquisition 18:45 – Managing delinquency and underwriting reality in Class C assets 20:00 – How LinkedIn became a powerful networking and deal-making tool 22:20 – The “Final Four” questions: books, skills, failure, and success 26:30 – Transitioning into commercial real estate brokerage 28:15 – What success truly means to Christina today

Five years after her first appearance, Allison Walsh welcomes Elizabeth Tran back to the show to reflect on the evolution that changed everything — from navigating corporate uncertainty and imposter syndrome to building Digit-Eli, a successful website design and SEO business serving women entrepreneurs.Elizabeth shares the defining moments that shaped her growth, including being laid off, betting on herself, hiring her first assistant, raising her rates, and learning to separate confidence from external validation. Guided by Allison, her longtime mentor who believed in her potential long before Elizabeth fully believed in herself, the conversation explores how mentorship, alignment, and self-trust accelerated her path forward.The discussion highlights the power of personal branding, why confidence is built through action rather than perfection, and how a well-crafted website can reflect achievements many women forget to celebrate. Whether you're growing a side hustle, scaling a service-based business, or learning to charge your worth, this conversation reinforces that belief is often the first — and most powerful — business decision you'll ever make.Connect with Elizabeth Tran:Instagram: digit.eliWebsite: digit-eli.com 

In This Episode of Business Lunch: Roland Frasier and Richard Lindner reflect on the challenges and triumphs of 2025, discussing the importance of making tough decisions, the role of AI in business strategy, and the lessons learned for the upcoming year. They emphasize the need for operational excellence, strategic thinking, and the importance of aligning business practices with customer needs.Chapters:00:00 New Beginnings: Reflections on 202502:58 Navigating Challenges: The Path to Q4 Success05:54 AI in Business: Strategic Partnerships and Innovations08:53 Building AI Agents: Transforming Business Operations12:02 Lessons Learned: Adjustments and Realignments for 202614:52 Looking Ahead: Optimism and Opportunities for the New YearConnect with me on social:TikTok: Check out my TikTok HereInstagram: Check out my Instagram HereFacebook: Check out my Facebook HereLinkedIn: Check out my LinkedIn HereSubscribe to my YouTube

In today's episode, I break down why attention is the engine, monetization is the transmission, and brand is the fuel that makes both go farther for less. I explain why spreading content everywhere weakens results, how to rank platforms by attention density, and why one or two primary channels outperform five distracted ones. I walk through aligning native monetization paths with where people already watch, save, share, and act, instead of promising to monetize later. I also cover the go no go plan, reducing friction inside the platform, and using rapid feedback loops to systemize what works. The focus is clarity, concentration, and building a repeatable system that compounds attention into revenue.

The underground content system that works in nap time and pays like a full-time salary EPISODE SUMMARY This episode explores how busy parents can leverage their limited evening hours (as little as 73 minutes) to build profitable AI content agencies generating $5,000+ monthly without employees or office overhead. Host Tracy Brinkmann reveals the exact system working for parents right now, including the three-tool foundation, service packaging strategies, and the Weekend Launch Method to land your first $500 client in 72 hours. TIMESTAMPS & KEY INSIGHTS 00:00 The 73-Minute Parent Revolution 01:05 Episode Overview 02:05 Controversial Truth 02:45 Success Story 05:10 Three-Tool Foundation 07:40 Service Package Framework 08:30 Weekend Launch Method 09:55 Scaling System 11:15 Pricing Psychology 13:40 The Bigger Picture 16:20 Whiskered Wisdom STRATEGIES SHARED The Three-Tool AI Content Stack Content Creation: ChatGPT Plus for all written content Visual Design: Canva Pro for graphics and templates Automation: Blotato for publishing and client management Service Packaging Strategy Tiered pricing model with clear value propositions Monthly recurring revenue focus Scalable deliverables that don't require constant manual work Weekend Launch Method Friday: Research and identify prospects Saturday: Create proof-of-concept content Sunday: Outreach with value-first approach Scaling Without Burnout Batch content creation using AI Automated publishing schedules Single dashboard client management Evening/weekend work schedule RESOURCES MENTIONED Essential Tools ChatGPT Plus ($20/month) - Content creation Canva Pro ($15/month) - Visual design Blotato.com ($29/month) - Publishing automation Newsletter & Community AI Escape Plan Newsletter - DarkHorseSchooling.com Practical AI strategies for parent entrepreneurs Family-time-protecting side hustle systems Pricing Packages Content Starter: $1,500/month Content Pro: $2,500/month Content Authority: $4,000/month ACTION STEPS TO TAKE Immediate Actions (This Week) Research Local Businesses: Identify 10 businesses with poor social media presence Set Up Tools: Get ChatGPT Plus, Canva Pro accounts Create Sample Content: Make 3 social media posts for one business Practice Pitch: Develop your value proposition statement Short-Term Goals (Next 30 Days) Launch Weekend Method: Execute the 72-hour client acquisition process Refine Service Packages: Finalize your three-tier offering structure Build Content Templates: Create reusable frameworks for efficiency Test Blotato.com: Explore automation platform capabilities Long-Term Vision (3-6 Months) Scale to $5K Monthly: Acquire 3-4 clients at different package levels Systematize Operations: Full automation of content creation and publishing Expand Service Area: Consider additional local markets or service types Build Referral System: Leverage satisfied clients for growth CALL TO ACTION SECTIONS Sign up for the AI Escape Plan newsletter at DarkHorseInsider.com - your roadmap to more money, more freedom, and more of what truly matters.