Entrepreneurs United: Recent Episodes

John St.Pierre & Rich Hoffmann

Weekly conversations with Entrepreneurs from across the globe sharing their biggest learnings and experiences with fellow Entrepreneurs.

Every entrepreneur wants more customers. Few are willing to do what it really takes to earn their trust. In this episode, marketing and sales expert Marcus Sheridan joins John and Rich to share the communication playbook that helped him turn a struggling pool company into a multi-million dollar brand.

Marcus reveals the "Big Five" questions every buyer is thinking about but most businesses avoid: cost, problems, comparisons, reviews, and best-of lists. He explains why answering these questions honestly is the fastest way to build authority and close more deals.

You will also learn Marcus’s storytelling framework, his question-only sales technique, and a powerful tool for handling objections called the pushback pivot. Whether you are leading a team, creating content, or closing deals, these strategies will help you connect faster, sell more effectively, and stand out in your market.

This episode is not about gimmicks. It is about mastering communication that builds trust and drives long-term growth.

Listen now and get practical tools you can start using today.

Entrepreneurs, are you living in a fishbowl without even knowing it? In this episode of the Entrepreneurs United Podcast, Tim Regan, author of Shatter Your Fishbowl, and his daughter Madeline share powerful lessons on breaking free from scarcity, embracing risk, and living the Two Comma Life.

Tim opens up about the fears that once held him back, how he shattered his own fishbowls, and why abundance always trumps scarcity. Madeline offers her perspective as the next generation, showing how one person’s breakthrough can inspire an entire family to dream bigger.

If you are ready to step outside your limits and build a business and life filled with freedom, generosity, and abundance, this father–daughter conversation will show you the way.

Why is the Dead Sea dead? Because nothing flows in, and nothing flows out. In this episode, John St. Pierre and Rich Hoffmann use this powerful metaphor to explore why relationships, both personal and professional, stagnate without movement.

They dig into the tough questions every entrepreneur should ask: Who is adding value to your circle, and who is quietly draining it? How do you know when it is time to bring in fresh perspectives or let someone go? And what happens to your business when you hold onto the wrong people for too long?

From the importance of pre-judging where to invest your time, to why inviting someone new to coffee could change your future, John and Rich share candid stories and actionable insights you can apply immediately.

If you have ever felt stuck with your team, your network, or your relationships, this conversation will challenge you to rethink how you manage your inner circle and your business growth.

00:00 Introduction: Vetting People in Our Lives

00:39 Personal Relationships: The Dead Sea Analogy

02:23 Judgment and Prejudice in Relationships

05:28 Building New Relationships: Challenges and Reflections

15:34 Business Relationships: The Importance of New Blood

21:57 Conclusion: Networking and Personal Growth

🎧 Listen now to learn how to keep the water flowing, avoid stagnation, and build the kind of network that fuels success.

In this episode of the Entrepreneurs United Podcast, hosts John St. Pierre and Rich Hoffmann sit down with Lee Benson, a seasoned entrepreneur with multiple high-value company exits. Lee dives into the concept of acting like the CEO of your own role and introduces his 'Mind Management System,' a groundbreaking approach to aligning every team member toward value creation.

Lee shares:

Why execution is more important than strategy
How to define your most important number across teams
The leadership traits that matter most for scaling
How to build a culture of productive engagement
What readiness for growth really means

Whether you're scaling up or recalibrating your business, this episode provides invaluable insights into creating lasting value for your organization, your employees, and your customers.

Tune in to discover how to elevate your company’s value and foster a culture where everyone contributes like an owner.

Timestamps 00:00 The CEO Mindset: Owning Your Role 00:27 Introduction to Lee Benson and Execute to Win 01:05 The Importance of Execution in Business 01:42 Diving into 'Your Most Important Number' 02:22 Creating Value Holistically 03:35 The Mind Management System 05:02 The Role of Leadership in Value Creation 07:00 Designing Roles for Productive Engagement 09:09 Setting Up a Business for Success 21:21 The Value Creation Flow Structure 25:28 Traits of Effective Leadership 26:52 Readiness for Growth 28:47 Engaging Employees in Value Creation 39:06 Final Thoughts and Resources 42:22 Driving Productive Engagement and Value Creation 43:04 The Mind Management System: A 50-Year Success Story 44:27 Creating Value Across Different Business Functions 45:56 The Importance of Productive Engagement 48:27 Setting Up a New Company for Success 49:26 The Role of Management Operating Systems 51:20 Aligning Teams to Create Value 01:01:52 Leadership Traits and Readiness for Growth 01:17:04 The Fair Exchange of Value in Employment

Connect with Lee Benson Website: https://www.etw.com/leadership-value-lab LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/execute-to-win

Entrepreneurship #Leadership #BusinessGrowth #Execution #ValueCreation #StartupStrategy

EP 263: Where SMBs Should Really Start with AI w/ Dan Goodstein

AI is changing everything—but where should small and medium-sized businesses begin?

In this episode, Dan Goodstein (President of IRPA AI and founder of TheBusinessTherapist.org) joins us to break down how entrepreneurs can leverage AI for real results. From automating sales and marketing to optimizing operations and productivity, Dan shares what’s working now and where to focus your energy.

You’ll learn:

Why AI is a massive opportunity for SMBs
The best place to start (hint: it’s not operations)
How to avoid “shiny object syndrome” with AI tools
The 7 business blind spots most entrepreneurs miss

Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed or ready to lead with AI, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you scale smarter.

🎧 Tune in and learn how to future-proof your business.

Connect with Dan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielgoodstein/

Website: https://dangoodstein.com/businesstherapist/

Mastering Sales & Scaling Revenue with James Donovan

What do door-to-door sales in Australia and high-ticket deals for CPAs have in common? James Donovan.

In this episode, James shares how he went from knocking on doors to building a company that delivers high-margin clients to fractional CFOs and accountants. We dive into his approach to lead generation, sales process optimization, and how he handles objections like "the leads are bad" by owning the entire sales funnel—from click to close.

You'll learn:

Why persistence beats talent in sales
How to qualify clients before they qualify you
The power of niching down and systematizing growth
Why James is planning to buy an accounting firm (despite hating accounting in school)

Whether you're scaling a service business, running B2B sales, or just looking to sharpen your revenue strategy, this episode is full of actionable gems.

🎧 Tune in and take notes https://entrepreneursunited.us/links/.

EntrepreneursUnited #B2BSales #FractionalCFO #SalesStrategy #LeadGeneration #RevenueGrowth

How do you build wealth that lasts beyond you?

In this episode of the Entrepreneurs United Podcast, hedge fund veteran and North Carolina winery owner Jay Raffaldini joins John St. Pierre and Rich Hoffmann to share powerful lessons on entrepreneurship, adaptability, and multigenerational wealth.

Jay unpacks why most family wealth disappears by the third generation, how to structure businesses so they cannot be sold off too easily, and what it really takes to preserve both money and legacy. From Wall Street trading floors to vineyards, he reveals strategies for risk management, perseverance, and teaching future generations the value of ownership and work.

Whether you are scaling your business, thinking about your family’s future, or simply looking for entrepreneurial wisdom from someone who has lived it, this episode is full of insights you can put into action today.

This week, we’re joined by Jake “The Wizard” Tlapek, CGO of Finch and no-fluff marketing strategist helping entrepreneurs turn confusion into clarity and clarity into growth.

In this high-impact conversation, Jake breaks down:

Why 99% of businesses are ignoring the biggest free marketing opportunity
The "One Strategy, One Offer, One Channel, One Year" framework
How to fire yourself from day-to-day tasks and scale with focus
The most common misstep even great founders make
When (and why) to work with an agency vs. building in-house

Whether you're stuck in the weeds or scaling fast, Jake shares how to build systems that rank, convert, and grow without guessing your way through marketing.

🔥 Bonus: Hear how Jake mapped a 100-person org chart when his agency had just 2 people and used it to break through growth walls on the way to 50+ employees.

🧠 Key Takeaway: You don’t need more ideas. You need to simplify, stay consistent, and build with purpose.

📲 Follow Jake the Wizard:

Website: thewizard.marketing

Agency: finch.com

TikTok & IG: @thewizardmarketing

X (Twitter): @JakeTtheWizard

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In this episode of the Entrepreneurs United Podcast, hosts John St. Pierre and Rich Hoffmann break down the Transition Curve every business owner experiences. From the rush of uninformed optimism to the low point of crisis of meaning, they explain how to recognize if you are facing a temporary challenge or a sign it is time for a major change.

You will learn:

How to push through tough times with patient ambition
Why you should pause before making big business decisions
How to identify burnout versus true business misalignment
Ways to coach your team through their own highs and lows
The importance of long-term perspective for steady growth

Whether you are in your first year or your twentieth, understanding the transition curve can help you make better decisions, manage emotions, and lead your team with confidence.

00:00 Introduction to the Entrepreneurs United Podcast

00:06 Understanding the Transition Curve

00:55 Navigating the Crisis of Meaning

01:44 The Importance of Perseverance

04:16 Coaching Through Challenges

11:33 The Role of Patience and Procrastination

13:56 Balancing Business and Personal Life

15:47 Long-Term Perspective in Business

21:31 Communicating the Transition Curve to Employees

23:55 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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In this powerful episode of the Entrepreneurs United podcast, executive coach and author David Ian Wood (Get Paid For Who You Are) unpacks the mindset shifts and practical tools entrepreneurs need to escape overwhelm and operate like true CEOs.

David introduces the concept of our three internal personas—the Worker, the CEO, and the Creative—and explains how most leaders stay stuck in reactive mode instead of making strategic, high-impact decisions. You’ll also hear how his revolutionary Whisper.coach AI app delivers real-time feedback on calls, helping you become a better leader, communicator, and coach—without distractions.

Plus, David dives into the Pomodoro technique, the difference between time boxing and time blocking, and his transformational model of leading with humility and dignity. He even shares insights from his unexpected venture into pickleball coaching, showing how passion and business can mix in surprising ways.

Whether you're looking to 4X your productivity, improve your leadership presence, or leverage AI for growth, this episode delivers actionable insights and fresh thinking for ambitious entrepreneurs.

Timestamps: 00:00 Multiple personalities: Worker, CEO, Creative 01:37 David's AI venture: Whisper Coach 06:13 The future of coaching & therapy with AI 11:45 The 4X productivity formula 22:04 Redefining confidence through humility 27:31 Humility vs. dignity in leadership 32:13 Building a business from pickleball 34:50 Daily focus using the Pomodoro technique 37:47 Free tools & final takeaways

Listen now to unlock your inner CEO and lead your business with clarity and focus. #EntrepreneursUnited #FocusCEO #WhisperCoach #ProductivityHacks #LeadershipDevelopment

What if your health is your greatest business strategy?

In this powerful episode, former NFL player and founder of Agentis Longevity, Jimmy St. Louis, shares how elite entrepreneurs can optimize their performance by thinking more like athletes. From personalized diagnostics to values-based living, Jimmy offers a clear roadmap to help you live longer and lead better.

If you're ready to move beyond “sick care” and start taking proactive control of your health and energy, this conversation is a must-listen.

Timestamps & Key Moments:

00:00 Introduction to Blue Zones and Longevity

00:47 Meet Jimmy St. Louis from AGENTIST Longevity

01:57 Jimmy's Journey: From Athlete to Longevity Advocate

04:10 The Need for Proactive Healthcare

05:49 Bridging the Gap: Knowledge to Action

09:35 Comparing Athletes and Entrepreneurs

13:35 The Importance of Values and Routine

23:15 Father-Daughter Retreat Experience

25:09 Understanding AGENTIST Longevity

29:31 Closing Thoughts and Takeaways

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📩 Connect with Jimmy St. Louis & Agentis Longevity: 🌐 Website: https://www.agentishealth.com

📧 Email: info@agentishealth.com

🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmystlouis/

In this episode of Entrepreneurs United, hosts John St.Pierre and Rich Hoffmann sit down with Vince Perri, an entrepreneur, business broker, and certified exit planning advisor. Discover why preparing for an exit is a smart move for every business owner, and how building a well-oiled machine can give you ultimate freedom, whether you decide to sell or keep your business.

You’ll learn:

The most important mindset shift for long-term wealth
Vince’s unique “Four Cs” framework to scale, systemize, and boost company value
How to leverage AI for SOPs and leadership training
Why your personal wealth goals should guide your business decisions
How to avoid common hiring mistakes as you grow

You will also get tips on the “models method” for better communication, plus hear real stories from Vince’s own journey scaling and exiting companies.

If you enjoyed this episode, follow Entrepreneurs United, leave us a rating, and share your favorite takeaway. For more strategies and expert insights on building, scaling, and exiting your business, subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

Connect with Vince Perri:
Instagram: @vinceperriofficial
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vinceperriofficial/
Website: vinceperri.com

BusinessExit #Entrepreneurship #ScaleYourBusiness #SOPs #AIForBusiness

In this episode of the Entrepreneurs United Podcast, hosts John St. Pierre and Rich Hoffmann explore the crucial role of quarterly offsite meetings in building successful businesses. They discuss the benefits of stepping away from the day-to-day operations to reassess core values, set strategic goals, and develop vulnerability-based trust within teams. The conversation highlights the differences between the EOS and The Advantage frameworks, effective meeting structures, and practical advice for implementing impactful offsite sessions. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting, this episode offers valuable insights into fostering better communication, stronger teamwork, and sustained business growth. Don't miss this eye-opening discussion that could transform how you manage your team!

00:00 Introduction to the Entrepreneurs United Podcast

00:07 The Importance of Quarterly Offsites

01:34 Comparing Traction and The Advantage

05:26 Challenges and Benefits of Offsites

10:01 How to Start Your Own Quarterly Offsite

15:22 The ROI of Offsites

20:36 Effective Meetings and Organizational Health

23:00 Conclusion and Call to Action

Crissy Connor, a visibility strategist and business coach joins the podcast to discuss the importance of visibility for entrepreneurs. Crissy shares her three key principles of visibility: seeing yourself first, taking actions to be seen, and ensuring your audience feels seen. She emphasizes being intentional with content, serving and supporting your audience, and using techniques to make your audience feel understood. Crissy also touches on the importance of authenticity, using AI as a supportive tool, and establishing a CEO state for better productivity. Tune in for valuable insights on how to enhance your social media presence and build genuine connections with your audience. Don't miss Crissy's tips on leveraging video content, managing algorithms, and creating a credible, lasting impact.

00:00 Introduction to Visibility

01:06 Common Mistakes in Visibility

02:51 The Three Pillars of Visibility

04:51 Understanding Audience Engagement

06:58 The Role of Algorithms in Visibility

12:51 Authenticity and Imperfection in Content

14:30 Leveraging AI for Content Creation

16:01 Building Trust in a Digital World

19:45 The Power of Overdelivering

23:58 Balancing Social Media and Business

31:39 The Role of AI in Business

36:50 Final Thoughts on CEO State

Andrew Poles, an executive coach with over 20 years of experience, discusses the critical balance between success and fulfillment, the importance of structure to manage entrepreneurial demands, and the vital role of leadership. Dive into thought-provoking insights on transforming identity, enhancing communication, and maintaining integrity in business. Ideal for entrepreneurs seeking practical guidance on scaling their businesses without compromising their well-being.

Why Great Products Need More Than Just Themselves: Strategies for Entrepreneurial Success

Joe Candido, co-founder of the Executive Crash Course and founder of Fifth Element Associates, describes the crucial elements needed for entrepreneurial success beyond just having a great product. Joe emphasizes the importance of having a well-thought-out strategy, a go-to-market plan, and effective outbound selling techniques. The discussion also delves into the concept of the 'fifth element' in business growth, practical coaching methods for sales teams, and navigating the complexities of scaling a business up while maintaining core values. If you're an entrepreneur looking to unlock the secrets to sustained growth and effective leadership, this episode is a must-watch!

00:00 The Myth of 'Build It and They Will Come'

00:29 Introduction to the Entrepreneurs United Podcast

00:44 What is the Fifth Element?

01:18 Components of the Fifth Element

02:24 Challenges Entrepreneurs Face

03:16 The Importance of a Go-to-Market Plan

04:03 Understanding Your Market and Value Proposition

05:34 Case Study: Starbucks Experience

06:54 Live Case Example: Growing a Construction Company

08:30 Navigating Growth and Scaling Challenges

11:15 Aligning with the Right Customers

13:50 Balancing Customer Requests and Core Competencies

16:04 Customer Collaboration and Trust

17:42 The Imperfection of Life and Projects

17:56 Introduction to Leadership Selling

18:04 Target Audience and Purpose of the Book

19:14 Sales Management Challenges and Solutions

20:28 The Importance of Coaching in Sales

24:08 B2B vs. B2C Sales Strategies

25:17 Actionable Advice for Entrepreneurs

25:50 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

26:15 Post-Interview Discussion: Leveraging Technology in Sales

28:06 The Importance of Customer Feedback

29:07 Time Management and Prioritization for Entrepreneurs

36:34 Final Reflections and Future Topics

In this episode, we explore a message for entrepreneurs who have reached a level of mastery and stability in their business. At the 3 to 5-year mark, many entrepreneurs may feel the itch for a new challenge. Learn why it's important to avoid self-sabotage by not creating unnecessary chaos and discover how you can apply your business skills to causes that resonate deeply with you. Finding fulfillment can go beyond just growing another business—consider contributing to something that aligns with your values and passions.

00:00 Introduction: Finding Your Cause

13:48 Mastering Your Business

14:02 Avoiding Self-Sabotage

14:11 Applying Business Skills to a Cause

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Jenn Lever, President of Baxter Brewing Co., shares how she’s leading one of Maine’s top craft breweries with heart, grit, and bold innovation. From a major brand overhaul to launching Delta-9 beverages and navigating the Lewiston shooting crisis, Jenn opens up about what it really takes to grow a purpose-driven business in a rapidly shifting industry. She breaks down what most people don’t know about beer, why women are the future of craft, and how real leadership means embracing mistakes and trusting your team. If you’re into entrepreneurship, modern leadership, or just really good beer—this one’s for you.

00:00 Introduction and Resilience

00:44 Meet Jenn Lever: President of Baxter Brewing Company

01:14 The Rebranding Journey of Baxter Brewing

05:25 Craft Beer Passion and Challenges

14:57 Crisis Management: Lewiston-Auburn Shooting

21:50 Future Strategies and Market Insights

31:09 Closing Thoughts and Reflections

32:21 Hosts' Takeaways and Final Thoughts

🎙️ Reclaim Your Edge: Health Strategies for Purpose-Driven Leaders
Health expert Justin Roethlingshoefer joins us to share how entrepreneurs can regain energy, clarity, and longevity by understanding the language of the body. From HRV to glucose to mindset, this episode is a masterclass in proactive, personalized health. High performance today. Longevity tomorrow.

⏱ Highlights: Burnout red flags, health KPIs, fasting insights, & Justin’s powerful near-death turning point.

Five-time bestselling author and business growth expert Ursula Mentjes shares her insights on how to create and shift beliefs using Neurolinguistic Programming (NLP) to achieve quantum revenue growth. Learn about common limiting beliefs entrepreneurs face, like the fear of being a pushy salesperson, and practical hacks to overcome them. Explore the importance of clarity in goal-setting, and discover how AI innovation can drive business success. Don't miss Ursula's transformative strategies for scaling your business while working less!

00:00 Introduction to Creating New Beliefs

00:49 Meet Ursula Mentjes: Business Coach and Strategist

01:13 Understanding Neurolinguistic Programming (NLP)

02:13 Common Limiting Beliefs in Entrepreneurs

02:36 Case Study: Overcoming Sales Resistance

04:08 The Process of Shifting Beliefs with NLP

07:05 The Power of 'I Am' Statements

08:17 Identifying and Overcoming Limiting Beliefs

09:35 Setting and Achieving One Great Goal

13:15 Personal Insights and Methodologies

17:57 Addressing Limiting Beliefs

18:02 Exploring Imposter Syndrome

18:29 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

19:16 Personal Experiences with Imposter Syndrome

26:21 The Role of Childhood in Limiting Beliefs

28:21 Excitement About AI

30:56 Concluding Thoughts and Reflections

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John St. Pierre and Rich Hoffmann dive deep into key takeaways from their private coaching sessions. Rich kicks off the conversation by sharing a conflict resolution technique that helps de-escalate tension and improve communication within teams. They also explore the importance of understanding who the decision-maker in a business hierarchy and the value of quarterly offsite meetings for building a stronger organizational culture. John shares insights into optimizing financial efficiency by scrutinizing expenses and adopting zero-based budgeting. The episode also highlights the often-overlooked importance of recognizing and appreciating employees’ spouses, along with the transformative role of AI in streamlining business operations. 00:00 Introduction to the Entrepreneurs United Podcast00:28 Conflict Resolution Techniques03:29 Decision-Making in Leadership07:06 Building Effective Communication in Teams10:08 Balancing Compassion and Accountability17:40 Cash Efficiency Strategies for Entrepreneurs21:47 The Importance of Recognizing Employee Spouses27:30 Leveraging AI for Business Efficiency30:22 Conclusion and Upcoming Events

Mike Regina, a seasoned entrepreneur and business builder shares insights on transitioning from a 'work family' mentality to cultivating a performance-driven professional team. Discover the importance of discipline, accountability, and creating a legacy brand. Dive deep into frameworks like SWOT analysis, the 'three Ps' of business success—people, process, persistence—and tap into the value of staying educated and curious. Mike also discusses his entrepreneurial journey, from his high school car washing business to construction management to running multiple successful ventures. Learn how to master discipline in your business, the pitfalls of comfort zones, and how to foster a culture that is built to win. Don't miss this enriching conversation and take away actionable nuggets to implement in your business today!

00:00 Shifting from Work Family to Professional Team

00:49 Introducing Mike Regina: Entrepreneur and Business Builder

01:30 Overcoming Self-Imposed Barriers

03:22 Framework for Entrepreneurial Success

04:30 Mike Regina's Entrepreneurial Journey

10:38 The Importance of Discipline in Business

22:47 Building a Legacy Brand

23:55 Mike Regina's Masterclass and Personal Brand

25:35 Final Thoughts and Takeaways

Connect with Mike

Dive deep into the world of workplace culture with Kristi Herold, author of 'It Pays to Play' and CEO of a company dedicated to integrating fun into serious business environments. Discover the transformative power of play in enhancing team engagement, productivity, and employee retention. Kristi shares her journey from founding an adult social sports league to navigating mergers and acquisitions and pivoting during the pandemic to foster workplace camaraderie. Don't miss the insights & anecdotes on building a culture where fun and serious business coexist seamlessly. Tune in to transform your workplace culture today!

00:00 Introduction to Fun in Business

00:18 Meet Kristi Herold: The Fun Advocate

01:02 The Journey of Jam: From Sports to Corporate Culture

03:02 The Impact of Play on Workplace Culture

05:46 Practical Tips for Infusing Fun at Work

11:04 The House System: A Unique Approach to Team Building

13:57 Mergers and Acquisitions: Lessons Learned

15:18 Advice for Entrepreneurs: Organic Growth vs. Acquisitions

16:46 Reflections on Entrepreneurial Journey

17:41 Lessons from College Pro

19:37 Creating a Positive Workplace Culture

21:45 Engaging Non-Work Activities

22:55 The Power of Recognition and Onboarding

23:39 Tailoring Play to Your Organization

24:37 Culture Consulting and Team Building

27:18 The Impact of Play on Workplace Dynamics

29:16 The Humanizing Effect of Play

32:34 Final Thoughts and Takeaways

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Dr. Lisa Hale, CEO of Focused Leadership Consulting, dives deep into what she calls “Radical Ownership”—a transformative mindset and system that bridges the gap between leadership intention and execution. Drawing on over two decades of coaching high-level entrepreneurs, Lisa shares why so many leaders get stuck in cycles of over-functioning, how fear quietly drives ineffective behaviors, and how to build a company culture rooted in trust and clarity.
Lisa offers tools, mindsets, and powerful questions that will have you rethinking control, trust, and the story you're telling yourself as a leader.
⏱️ Key Highlights
📍 12:45 – The Trap of Over-Control vs. Under-Ownership
Lisa introduces the concept of “Radical Ownership” and explains how leaders often overstep their own locus of control, unintentionally causing their teams to disengage.
📍 21:30 – Recognizing Fear in Real Time
Lisa breaks down the physical symptoms of fear and reveals how leaders can re-center themselves by shifting into inquiry instead of reaction.
📍 34:10 – The Power of Co-Creating Leadership Norms
John and Lisa dive into how teams can define leadership “dials” together—like accountability, risk tolerance, and communication styles—to create alignment and eliminate chaos.
📍 46:15 – A Parenting Story That Changed Her Leadership Forever
Lisa shares a raw moment of yelling at her son, and how one coaching question—“What do you have to give up in order to let him fail and love him anyway?”—transformed her approach to leadership.
📍 58:00 – When Working Genius Unlocked 5X Growth
Lisa explains how reassigning roles based on her team's strengths helped her scale her company exponentially without burnout.

Feeling overwhelmed as an entrepreneur in 2025? You’re not alone BUT, you can take back control. In this episode of Entrepreneurs United, John St. Pierre and Rich Hoffmann break down the #1 question they get from business owners: “How do I duplicate myself and get more done?”From getting clear on your priorities to using AI and automation the right way, they walk you through a 6-step framework to help you work smarter, not harder.Whether you're a solo founder or leading a growing team, this episode is packed with tactical tips and mindset shifts to help you delegate better, automate more, and finally feel in control of your time.✅ What You'll Learn:How to go from overwhelmed to organizedThe simple delegation framework your team needsHow to stop hoarding tasks and empower your peopleReal ways to use ChatGPT and automation tools for businessHow calendar control = time freedomWhy saying “I’m busy” is usually a leadership issue📣 Like what you hear?Subscribe to the Entrepreneurs United Podcast and drop a comment with your biggest takeaway. Or tell us—what should we dive into next?🔗 Full show also available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you listen https://entrepreneursunited.us/links/

Are you stuck in the messy middle of your business? Too big to be scrappy, but not yet running a smooth, high-performance machine?
In this episode, we sit down with Dominic Rubino—business coach, author of Construction Millionaire Secrets, and host of the Profit Toolbelt podcast—to unpack the six foundational levers every business must master:
⏱️ Time
👥 Team
💰 Money
📈 Growth
🚪 Exit
📣 Marketing
These aren't just theories—Dominic has worked with contractors and entrepreneurs around the world, and these challenges come up everywhere, from Vancouver to São Paulo to Singapore.
🔍 What you'll learn:
– How to finally escape the “technician trap” (thanks, E-Myth!)
– The key differences between Traction and Scaling Up
– How to build a strategic plan—and actually stick to it
– Why profitability is rarely just a "money" problem
– What separates business owners who act vs. those who stay stuck
🎯 Whether you're a contractor, creative, or founder, this episode is your blueprint to getting unstuck and scaling smarter.
🔗 Connect with Dominic Rubino:
Website: http://www.profittoolbelt.com
Book: Construction Millionaire Secrets

Only 3% of LinkedIn users post content... are you one of them?

LinkedIn expert Caroline Pennington uncovers powerful strategies for standing out, building your brand, and generating real business results — all without paid ads.

Caroline shares how she made the leap from a 15-year corporate recruiting career to becoming an entrepreneur, podcast host, and the CEO of The Feminine Founder. She reveals her LinkedIn growth blueprint — including how to optimize your profile, engage authentically, and train the algorithm to work for you.

Whether you're a founder, coach, or small business owner, this episode is packed with tactical takeaways you can apply today to start turning visibility into opportunity.

💼 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

Why LinkedIn is the most underrated growth tool for entrepreneurs

The 3 pillars of LinkedIn success: Profile, Content, Engagement

How to build trust and attract leads using emotional intelligence

Caroline’s weekly LinkedIn posting system for visibility

DM strategies that convert with 80%+ response rates

How to use LinkedIn’s “Grow” tab to find perfect-fit prospects

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS

00:00 Introduction to LinkedIn's Potential

00:21 Meet Caroline Pennington

01:03 Caroline's Journey from Corporate to Entrepreneur

01:54 The Power of LinkedIn for Personal Branding

02:14 Emotional Intelligence in Professional Growth

04:33 Building a Strong LinkedIn Profile

06:06 Engaging with Your LinkedIn Audience

08:39 Maximizing LinkedIn's Features for Success

15:08 Effective LinkedIn Connection Strategies

18:44 Training LinkedIn's Algorithm

22:05 Advanced LinkedIn Search Techniques

22:56 The Power of Organic Content and Female Entrepreneurs

24:34 Weekly LinkedIn Routine for Success

26:24 Engaging with Your LinkedIn Audience

31:34 Optimizing Your LinkedIn Profile

35:31 The ROI of LinkedIn Marketing

36:07 Final Thoughts and Takeaways

36:54 Hosts' Reflections and Actionable Tips

🔗 Resources & Links

🔹 Learn more about Caroline Website

🔹 Connect with her on LinkedIn

🔹 Entrepreneurs United Podcast

🔹 Attend the Empowerment Experience: October 4–6, Winston-Salem, NC

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Are you scaling your business but still feel stuck?

Holistic leadership coach Kasey D’Amato reveals why emotional intelligence may be the secret weapon you're missing. From burnout to team breakdowns, discover the invisible forces that hold entrepreneurs back—and how to break through them.

🎯 Learn how to:

Spot the signs of emotional blind spots
Lead with clarity and confidence
Align your business with your life purpose
Create win-win compensation structures that work

00:00 The Impact of Low Emotional Intelligence

00:38 Introduction to Kasey D'Amato

01:05 Holistic Approach to Business Coaching

01:47 Case Study: The Successful but Unfulfilled Entrepreneur

04:10 Defining Emotional Intelligence

04:43 Balancing Aggressive and Recovery Energy

07:08 Aligning Business and Personal Goals

13:54 Tools for Enhancing Emotional Intelligence

18:01 Recognizing and Addressing Team Emotions

22:51 Starting Conversations: Personal and Professional Goals

23:24 Addressing Performance Issues Directly

24:34 Building Trust Through Leadership Styles

29:15 Compensation Strategies for Entrepreneurs

32:41 The Importance of Skincare

36:28 Emotional Intelligence and Personal Reflection

👉 Listen now and start building smarter, not just harder.

From Near Collapse to Comeback: How Christy Cox Spencer Saved Her Business Against All Odds

What would you do if your business lost 90% of its revenue overnight?

In this episode of the Entrepreneurs United Podcast, hosts John St. Pierre and Rich Hoffmann sit down with Christy Cox Spencer—President of JKS Incorporated and owner of Robert Hall—to unpack a story of true entrepreneurial grit. When the pandemic hit Christy faced the unimaginable: mass layoffs, financial freefall, and betting her retirement savings on a comeback.

🎯 Discover how she rebuilt from rock bottom, found creative ways to serve high-demand clients, and why Winston-Salem, NC, might just be one of the most under-the-radar event hubs in the country.

This episode is for entrepreneurs who know the hustle is real—and that success often starts at your lowest point.

What You’ll Learn:

How to lead through crisis and hard decisions
The creative thinking that helped Christy pivot and thrive
Why betting on yourself is the boldest—and smartest—move you can make

👉 Tap into Christy’s story and walk away inspired to face your next challenge head-on.

Timestamps:00:00 - COVID’s devastating impact on events
01:03 - Meet Christy Cox Spencer
02:00 - How Robert Hall came to life
03:30 - Behind the scenes of elite event planning
05:04 - From JKS to motorsports: diversifying services
09:41 - The weirdest and wildest event requests
12:23 - Why Winston-Salem?
15:44 - Entrepreneurial lessons from the frontlines
18:39 - Final thoughts on resilience and passion

What if the leadership skills you use in the boardroom could transform your home life, too?
In this episode, John and Rich dive into the powerful intersection between business leadership and family life. Drawing from real-life coaching stories and personal experiences, they explore how principles like servant leadership, accountability, and consistency can strengthen both your team at work and your relationships at home.

You’ll learn:

How to apply business frameworks to parenting and partnership
Why asking better questions leads to better outcomes
The importance of leading with values, not just rules
How education often trumps punishment—in business and in family

Whether you're managing a team, raising kids, or both, this episode delivers practical tools and thought-provoking insights to help you lead with purpose in every role you play.

🎧 Tune in to sharpen your leadership edge—at work and at home.

🚀 The AI Revolution: How Entrepreneurs Can Profit & Scale | Susan Sly on Entrepreneurs United Podcast

AI isn’t just the future—it’s happening now. In this electrifying episode, John St. Pierre and Rich Hoffmann sit down with Susan Sly, a trailblazer in AI, to uncover how this technology is reshaping industries and creating massive business opportunities.

Susan shares her groundbreaking work in computer vision and business intelligence, revealing how AI-driven strategies are boosting revenue, productivity, and decision-making for entrepreneurs worldwide. She also introduces thePause.ai, an innovative platform revolutionizing menopause management through AI.

🔹 How can AI supercharge your business? 🔹 What are the biggest AI trends shaping the future? 🔹 How can entrepreneurs leverage AI for data, automation, and growth?

Don’t miss this game-changing conversation packed with insights and actionable strategies. Hit play now! 🎧🔥

Kareen Walsh, Founder & CEO, Revampologist, joins the Entrepreneurs United Podcast to discuss leveraging businesses as assets, strategic clarity, and exit strategies. Kareen discusses her innovative Hey Kareen® App, which uses AI to provide business consulting and coaching. She also elaborates on her EVOLVE methodology that helps entrepreneurs continuously improve their ventures. Learn about the importance of having a life plan linked with your business plan, and discover how to identify and excel in your innate entrepreneurial role.

00:00 Introduction to Business as an Asset

00:33 Meet Kareen Zahr Walsh

00:53 Strategic Clarity for Entrepreneurs

04:03 The Assessment Toolkit

05:00 The EVOLVE Methodology

08:59 The Hey Kareen App

17:44 The CEO Conundrum Quiz

22:04 Understanding the Creator, Operator, and Entrepreneur Roles

23:16 Coaching Business Partners: A Case Study

24:11 Recruiting and Placement for Business Efficiency

24:44 The Owner Role and Wealth Creation

26:02 Operational Efficiency and Financial Strategies

26:52 The EVOLVE Acronym and Exit Strategies

28:45 Building a Legacy with Hey Kareen

30:08 Integrating AI in Business Coaching

32:43 Final Thoughts and Resources

33:34 Hosts' Reflections and Key Takeaways

Unlocking the Secrets to Joyful Sales with Lynn Whitbeck, the 'Joyful Sales Queen,' to uncover key insights into what makes a successful sales process. Lynn shares her journey from selling Girl Scout cookies to becoming a sales expert, emphasizing the importance of understanding the client's perspective and focusing on their needs and desires. The discussion dives deep into essential strategies like creating client personas, the significance of follow-ups, the value of quarterly business reviews (QBRs), and the difference between referrals and introductions. Learn actionable tips to connect, capture, and close your ideal clients while keeping the sales process joyful and fulfilling.

Unlocking The Missing Secret to Success with John Mitchell
John Mitchell, a serial entrepreneur and author of 'The Missing Secret of the LEGENDARY book Think and Grow Rich' reveals how our survival wiring leads to a negative thought loop and introduces a 12-minute daily technique to rewire your mind for success. Learn about the science behind achieving your goals, the importance of daily habits, and the transformative power of clarity. Discover why 95% of our daily actions are subconscious and how to harness this power for personal excellence. John Mitchell shares his journey, insights, and how his methodology has changed lives, including his own. Tune in to get your hands on the full secret to success and start your journey towards an exceptional life.

Mastering Effective Meeting Cadences for Business Success

In this episode of the Entrepreneurs United Podcast, hosts John St. Pierre and Rich Hoffmann dive deep into the importance of structured meeting cadences, drawing insights from the book 'Traction' and the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS). Learn the differences between Organization A and Organization B, the critical role of quarterly off sites, weekly tactical meetings, daily check-ins, and one-on-one meetings. Rich Hoffmann (Trusted Leadership Coaching) shares his expertise on implementing level 10 meetings, goal setting and review (GSNR) sessions, and how these practices drive accountability, efficiency, and organizational success. Whether you're an entrepreneur looking to refine your business processes or a manager aiming to boost team performance, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice for achieving high-performance standards in your company.

00:00 Introduction to Organizational Cultures

00:51 Welcome to Entrepreneurs United Podcast

00:58 Implementing the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS)

01:56 The Importance of Meeting Cadences

02:54 Types of Meetings: Quarterly, Weekly, and Daily

04:29 Daily Check-ins: Purpose and Implementation

05:20 Addressing Concerns About Daily Check-ins

10:19 One-on-One Meetings: Structure and Purpose

17:36 Goal Setting and Review (GSNR)

25:16 Conclusion and Recommendations

🚀Building Trust & High-Performing Teams | Bill Gruber | Entrepreneurs United Podcast

What does it take to build a high-performing team based ontrust, transparency, and alignment? 🤝💡

In this powerful episode,Bill Gruber—CEO, author, and leadership expert—joinsJohn St. Pierre & Rich Hoffman to revealgame-changing strategies for effective leadership. With experience atProcter & Gamble, Boston Scientific, and startups, Bill shares insights on:

✅Pre-mortem analysis for better decision-making
✅Transparency & trust as leadership cornerstones
✅ Aligning teams with companymission & values
✅ How to evaluate employees with thePeople Analyzer

📌 Don't miss these insights to level up your leadership!Watch now & transform your team! ⬇️

Entrepreneurial Breakthroughs with Nicole Roufs: Transform Your Business & Life

Are you an entrepreneur feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or struggling to balance business and life? This episode of the Entrepreneurs United Podcast is your game-changer! 🚀

Hosts John St. Pierre and Rich Hoffmann sit down with Nicole Roufs, founder of Olive Oak and an expert business coach, to uncover the real roadblocks holding entrepreneurs back—and how to break through them.

Nicole shares:

✅ The powerful MOD Method (Mindset, Operations, Data) for scaling your business.

✅ A two-day transformation process that drives real results fast.

✅ The RedThread approach to eliminating shame and self-doubt.

✅ Her journey from holistic health to coaching entrepreneurs at all levels.

✅ How to balance business success with personal fulfillment (without burnout!).

If you’re ready to optimize your mindset, streamline operations, and unlock your business’s true potential, hit play NOW! 🎧🔥

📌 Timestamps:

00:00 – The 1 Challenge for Entrepreneurs

00:37 – Meet Nicole Roufs & Her Mission

01:48 – Why Slowing Down is the Key to Growth

03:35 – The 2-Day Business Transformation

05:41 – Mastering the MOD Method

08:21 – The Most Common Entrepreneurial Roadblocks

11:57 – Work-Life Balance Secrets

15:37 – Breaking Free with the RedThread Process

18:50 – Lessons from Running a Chiropractic Clinic

23:40 – Final Takeaways & Next Steps

🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe for more insights on mastering entrepreneurship!

🎙️ Unlock the Secrets to Building Authentic Connections Through Content Creation!This week, Vince Quinn, Creative Director of SBX Productions and a seasoned pro in radio and podcasting, joins us. Vince brings an inspiring mix of creative expertise and practical advice for entrepreneurs looking to grow their influence through authentic, impactful content.💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:🔥 Why being yourself beats being a "persona" every time.🔥 How to use your natural strengths to craft engaging content that resonates.🔥 The secret sauce to balancing entertainment with business value.🔥 Tools like Custom GPT that simplify content creation and drive results.Vince doesn’t just talk theory—he dives into actionable strategies for entrepreneurs: from overcoming content creation hurdles to building long-term podcasting success. Whether you’re launching your first podcast or looking to refine your digital presence, this episode is packed with insights to level up your game.🚀 This episode is your roadmap to:✔️ Mastering digital customer engagement.✔️ Crafting messages that stick.✔️ Using podcasts as a powerhouse for business growth.📢 Don’t just listen—transform your approach to content creation.

Discover the secrets to transforming your words into powerful tools for success in this episode with Aurora Winter—a media coach, best-selling author, serial entrepreneur, and former filmmaker. Join us as she reveals how effective communication can unlock exponential growth for your business.

What You'll Learn:

Neuroscience of Communication: How to craft impactful messages that captivate and inspire your audience.

Hero’s Journey Storytelling Technique: Learn how to create compelling narratives that resonate deeply.

Practical Tips: Overcome media overload, bust myths about content creation, and connect authentically with your audience.

Turn Problems into Profits: Harness communication strategies to solve challenges and grow your brand
Why Listen?

Aurora’s blend of neuroscience, storytelling, and entrepreneurial wisdom offers practical tools you can apply today to cut through the noise and create messages that build trust, inspire action, and grow your business.

📌 Don’t just communicate—captivate and convert. Tune in now and transform your words into wealth!

👉 Like, subscribe, and share this episode to help fellow entrepreneurs master the art of communication!

Robin Waite, founder of Fearless Business, coach, bestselling author, and speaker takes us on his journey from university side hustles to leading a successful web design agency, and ultimately finding his passion in coaching and mentoring business owners.Robin dives deep into the game-changing lessons every entrepreneur needs:Why selling time for money limits your potential.How to master pricing and shift your money mindset.The power of communicating your value with confidence.Discover practical strategies to double your income with half the clients, improve your business approach, and make your shot count—in both life and entrepreneurship!If you're ready to level up, this episode is your roadmap to success. Don’t miss it!00:00 Introduction to Money-Back Guarantees00:14 Meet Robin Waite: Entrepreneur and Coach00:45 Robin's Entrepreneurial Journey01:34 Transition to Coaching03:14 The Importance of Pricing and Money Mindset09:46 Effective Sales Conversations18:00 The Concept of Fearless Business22:11 Balancing Family and Business Ambitions23:25 Facing Mortality and Taking Your Shot23:55 Lifestyle Changes and Self-Care26:06 Keynote Speaking and Business Insights29:18 Entrepreneurial Mistakes and Lessons Learned30:37 Hiring Strategies and Revenue Generation33:47 Final Thoughts and Resources35:21 Reflecting on Fearlessness and Ambition

Ready to supercharge your entrepreneurial mindset? Join hosts John St. Pierre and Rich Hoffmann as they dive into the most powerful lessons from 2024. 🔥 Highlights include: ✨ Daniel Kwak on building unstoppable financial momentum. ✨ Chaz Wolfe sharing his 'Formula for Exceptional Living.' ✨ Kristin Zhivago’s game-changing 'No Jerk Rule.' ✨ John Hewitt’s billion-dollar exit strategies. ✨ Dana Williams on achieving sustainable growth. ✨ Patrick Bryant’s forward-thinking AI strategies. ✨ David Kurkjian’s masterclass on sales messaging. Don’t miss this inspiring recap of top entrepreneurial moments that’ll leave you fired up to crush 2025!

In this episode, we explore the incredible journey of John’s Crazy Socks, co-founded by John and his father Mark Cronin. From a simple idea to a thriving business, they’ve built a mission-driven enterprise spreading happiness and creating opportunities for people with differing abilities. Tune in for powerful insights on passion, adaptability, and building a business that makes a difference!

James Maguire, is an entrepreneur and franchise owner of several Crumbl Cookie locations and the Pickler, a luxury indoor pickleball concept. James shares his journey from humble beginnings, navigating the challenges of franchising, to creating a thriving business empire alongside his brother. He discusses his vision centered around cash-flowing businesses, real estate investments, and educational opportunities, all aimed at fostering leaders and providing long-term success for his team. Tune in to learn about his unique approach to leadership, the importance of purpose-driven entrepreneurship, and his strategic vision for creating opportunities and building future leaders.

Join us as we dive into an enlightening conversation with David Kurkjian, founder of Master Messaging, who shares insights from his book '6X Convert More Prospects to Customers.' David explains the importance of clear communication in sales, the perception of the sales profession, and strategies for sales professionals to convey value effectively. He also discusses the role of intent in sales, the impact of behavioral psychology on decision-making, and his approach to public speaking and stand-up comedy as tools for improving sales presentation. Learn more about how to serve clients better, build meaningful relationships, and achieve a 'million dollar mindset.'

Mitch Warner, Managing Partner at the Arbinger Institute and bestselling author discusses the significance of mindset and behavior in leadership and organizational change, drawing from his experience in healthcare administration and organizational turnarounds. He shares insights on overcoming self-deception, fostering outward mindsets, and the impact of understanding the challenges, needs, hopes, and dreams of others. Mitch also elaborates on the concepts of collusion and conflict, and how curiosity and genuine interest in others can transform relationships, both personal and professional. This episode provides a roadmap for leaders looking to improve their mindset and achieve remarkable results by seeing people differently and staying connected through empathy and understanding.

Mark Cox (founder of In the Funnel Sales Coaching and the author of 'Learn to Love Selling: The Universal B2B Sales Playbook). Mark shares his journey from being an entrepreneur in the student painting industry to leading one of North America's foremost B2B sales coaching companies. He discusses the evolution of professional B2B sales into a form of management consulting, emphasizing the importance of intelligence, passion, optimism, and humility. With a deep dive into effective sales coaching, leadership, and the relevance of empathy in sales, Mark provides invaluable insights for entrepreneurs and sales leaders looking to improve their techniques and strategies. Tune in to learn about the critical elements of a successful sales playbook and how to foster a growth mindset within your sales team.

Join us as we unlock the Secrets of Entrepreneurship with Danny Warshay (Author, Professor at Brown University, and Executive Director of the Nelson Center for Entrepreneurship). Danny delves into the principles of his book 'See Solve Scale,' which teaches entrepreneurship as a structured process for solving problems. Through real-world examples like the Casper mattress company, Danny illustrates the benefits of leveraging scarce resources and the importance of scaling a business to address consequential problems. He also highlights the significance of diversity, inclusion, and team formation in building successful entrepreneurial ventures. This conversation provides insightful strategies for current business owners looking to innovate and scale their operations.

Dive into an engaging conversation on the Entrepreneurs United podcast with hosts John St. Pierre and Rich Hoffmann as they welcome John Kidwell, founder and leader of Leadwell. John, an experienced VP of Innovation and Operations for a global nonprofit, and an Adjunct Professor of Organizational Leadership, shares his expert insights on servant leadership. He explains the essence of effective servant leadership, balancing accountability and empathy, fostering trust, and driving vision within an organization. Discover how leaders can align their teams towards a shared purpose while maintaining respect and open communication.

Donna Serdula (founder & president of Vision Board Media) lays out the importance of personal branding, especially on LinkedIn, and how it helps individuals 'collide' with opportunities. Donna shares her journey from a high-pressure sales role to becoming an expert in LinkedIn profile optimization, helping clients tell their authentic stories, attract the right people, and secure fulfilling opportunities. The conversation covers practical steps for leaders, entrepreneurs, and anyone looking to enhance their brand online.

Dayna Williams (CXO of the Myers Briggs Company and author of 'The Diligence Fix') shares insights from her 20 years of experience with CEOs and sales leaders, emphasizing the importance of addressing operational deficits and maintaining a results-driven culture. The discussion covers the importance of simplicity in business operations, the drawbacks of a 'family' business mentality, and the key principles from her book that drive sustainable growth.

Join us in this riveting episode featuring Matt Ley, co-owner of Inflection Point Nexus (IPN) Advisors and author of 'Manage Your Gaps: Reclaiming the Awesomeness of Management.' With over 20 years of diverse work experience - from software engineering in startups to supporting social justice work and consulting for growing businesses - Matt shares his profound insights on balancing leadership and management for organizational success. Delving into concepts like the EPIC model, Fulfillment ROI, and AIM SMART goals, Matt emphasizes the crucial role of effective communication, clear standards, and strategic planning. Tune in to learn actionable steps for enhancing your management style and fostering a productive environment poised for growth.

Doug Crowe, a master storyteller and personal brand specialist who has helped over 500 business leaders turn their experiences into bestselling books. Doug’s company, Author Your Brand, has launched countless #1 Amazon bestsellers, working with top executives from organizations like Apple, NASA, and Louis Vuitton. A seasoned media insider, Doug’s expertise has been showcased in Entrepreneur Magazine, CBS News, and Bloomberg. Entrepreneurs looking to elevate their brand and leave a lasting legacy will gain invaluable insights from Doug’s remarkable journey and industry know-how.

Nick-Anthony Zamucen (founder and president of BOR Franchising) shares his journey of scaling multiple franchise businesses, including his current venture, Best Option Restoration. With four books published and a reputation as a strategic business leader, Zamucen outlines his philosophy on solving problems in business, the importance of mindset, and the idea of creating a family within a franchise system. He also delves into his personal motivations, shaped by a challenging upbringing, and his drive to mentor emerging entrepreneurs. The conversation touches on the influence of seasoned business coaches like Tony Robbins and Jay Abraham on his career and his approach to maintaining the right mindset in business.

Annette Walter, CEO & President of Timber Industries—the largest 100% women-owned pallet, crating, and lumber distributor in the U.S.! Under Annette's leadership, Timber Industries has grown year over year and earned recognition as one of Maryland's top women-owned and fastest-growing businesses.

Tune in to hear Annette's journey in leading a thriving business, empowering her team, and supporting other entrepreneurs through her coaching firm, iEvolve Consulting. Don't miss this powerhouse episode filled with growth, strategy, and leadership insights!

Patrick Bryant, a serial entrepreneur and CEO of Code/+/Trust, will discuss the rapidly evolving landscape of AI and its implications for businesses. Patrick shares his bold predictions for AI's role in our daily lives five years from now and explains how his company integrates entrepreneurial thinking into software development. The conversation delves into the innovative AI-driven voice agents, the importance of living in the future, and insights from Patrick's Harbor Entrepreneur Center, a hub for nurturing startups. Tune in to discover how entrepreneurs can stay ahead of the curve and strategically leverage AI for business growth.

Joe Fiore, Vice President at the Zucker Institute, and adjunct professor at the College of Charleston teaching AI. Joe shares his fascinating journey from a real estate-focused career to becoming an expert in AI and innovation commercialization. He provides valuable insights on how entrepreneurs can leverage AI to enhance productivity, efficiency, and profitability. Joe also discusses the ethical challenges of AI, the importance of understanding market viability, and how to effectively train AI tools to suit business needs.

Achieving the Exceptional Life: Five Key Areas Every Entrepreneur Needs to Excel InChaz Wolfe, a serial entrepreneur who has built and sold multiple 7-figure businesses discusses his framework for living an 'exceptional life,' focusing on excelling in 5 key areas: business and finance, marriage and family, health (mental and physical), faith, and lifestyle. He also shares insights on belief, intentionality, and the importance of a life plan and a business plan. Discover how aligning these areas can lead to both personal and business success, with real-world examples and actionable strategies.

Patrick Donohue (founder & CEO Hill Capital Corporation & Author) is an entrepreneur and valuation expert and joins us to explore key strategies for entrepreneurs to unlock their business's full potential.

As a Chartered Financial Analyst Patrick shares his insights into creating a magnetic vision that drives business growth and valuation. He discusses his book, 'Breakout Valuation,' emphasizing the importance of mindset, vision, and cash management. Patrick outlines his experiences and offers practical advice for entrepreneurs on achieving breakout valuation, balancing control, and leveraging effective community support.

Sean Languedoc, the visionary CEO of Outforce.ai, a leading company in artificial intelligence and outsourcing solutions. Sean, a seasoned entrepreneur with five successful startups under his belt, delves into the human side of business, emphasizing how empathy, adaptability, and ego-free decision-making are critical to entrepreneurial success.

Sean shares his unique insights into the iterative process of building technology ventures, revealing how responsiveness to market feedback can make or break a company. He also explores the transformative power of AI in boosting business productivity, while cautioning on the vital role of employee training in overcoming technology adoption challenges.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the nuanced decision-making processes behind high-stakes investments, understanding what drives customers from liking an idea to making a purchase, and navigating the pivotal "one door" versus "two door" decisions that shape business growth. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned business leader, Sean's experiences and advice will offer invaluable lessons for your journey. Tune in to discover how to blend technology and humanity in your path to success.

🎙️Robert J. Khoury, co-founder and CEO of Agile Rainmakers. With over 20 years of experience in the financial industry, Rob has worn many hats—from equity derivatives trader to private equity investor. His unique perspective is shaped not only by his professional accomplishments but also by his passion for mentoring the next generation of leaders. Rob shares his insights on career development, the importance of aligning life choices with personal goals, and his experience leading professional development seminars. Tune in to discover the wisdom behind his success and the impact he's making on future leaders in finance and beyond.

John Golden, the Chief Strategist and Marketing Officer at Pipeliner CRM. Discover why brutal honesty about your strengths and weaknesses can revolutionize your business approach. Learn why the best salespeople don't always transition into the best sales managers and how to identify your ideal target customer. John shares invaluable insights on calculating customer acquisition costs, leveraging CRM tools like Pipeliner CRM, and ensuring your entire team aligns with your sales strategy.

Plus, find out why lifetime customer value matters and how to avoid hidden costs in your business. This episode is packed with actionable advice to help your business thrive! 📈🔥

Kim Daly is recognized as one of America’s top franchise consultants having created nearly 1000 franchise owners. She is an international best-selling co-author of Franchising Freedom and the founder and host of KimDaly.tv and Create Wealth through Franchising Podcast. Kim created the “The Daly Plan” – a millionaire mindset coaching program that she used herself to build the largest franchise consulting business in the history of franchise consulting in 2012. Discover why Kim is pivoting towards a global business coaching practice and how she plans to transform pain points into power points for franchisees worldwide.

Charles Gerencser (Partner at RELENTLESS Venture Studio) shares his journey and expertise in leveraging LinkedIn for lead generation in B2B environments. Discover the evolution of remote work, the challenges in acquiring technology companies post-COVID, and the importance of preparing businesses for exits. Learn about Charles' ventures, including LinkedVAnow.com and Maverick Technologies, and gain insights into maximizing LinkedIn's potential for professional networking and business growth

Brad Englert (Amazon Bestselling Author. Advisor. Technologist at Brad Englert Advisory) joins us to share Three fundamental principles for nurturing both internal and external business relationships: understanding goals and aspirations, setting and managing expectations, and genuinely caring about others' success. Through personal anecdotes and practical advice, Brad reveals how to build symbiotic relationships that transcend all levels of influence, whether it's with your closest colleagues or strategic vendor partners.

Tim Regan (founder and CEO of PrairieView Wealth Partners) discusses the concept of living the 'Two Comma Life'. Tim explores how entrepreneurs and individuals alike can break through self-imposed limitations, or 'fishbowls', to achieve greater success and abundance.

He also delves into the practical aspects of financial planning, including strategies to avoid tax drag and the importance of disciplined, consistent investment. Tune in to learn how to shatter your current fishbowl and step into a bigger one, while also managing your wealth effectively for long-term success.

Kristin Zhivago (President, Zhivago Partners & Author, Roadmap to Revenue: How to Sell the Way Your Customers Want to Buy) Kristin emphasizes supporting the customer's buying journey. Before founding Zhivago Partners in 2017, she spent decades as a revenue coach, transforming marketing and sales departments for businesses of all sizes. Kristin's innovative strategies and deep understanding of customer needs have made her a trusted expert in digital marketing and sales.

Kim Derrick Rozdeba (Author, Branding Queens) is a dynamic force in the world of branding and a passionate advocate for highlighting the untold stories of entrepreneurial women brand leaders. Kim is an avid blogger who one day realized the glaring gap in branding literature from a gender perspective. This revelation led him to explore the inspiring journeys of women who have built iconic brands, culminating in his first book dedicated to their achievements.
When Kim isn't delving into what makes some brands thrive while others fade, he serves as the head of communications and public affairs for Bayer bringing his expertise to the corporate world.

Kara Kalin (Founder of Shift Change) is a distinguished leader in mental health. Kara is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (BCACC), a Certified EMDR Therapist (EMDRIA), and a Mental Performance Specialist. Her unique blend of skills and experiences makes her a formidable force in mental health and high performance.

With a background as a national-level athlete and a coach for the Canadian National Team, Kara has dedicated over two decades to understanding and enhancing psychological resilience. Her innovative approach seamlessly integrates mental fortitude with the transformative power of EMDR therapy, setting her apart as a pioneer in the field.

Kara's passion for mental wellness extends beyond traditional therapy settings. Her extensive experience in EMDR therapy has empowered countless frontline workers, inspiring her to create Shift Change. This groundbreaking online platform provides at-the-ready mental health support for frontline workers, revolutionizing the way they receive care after every shift.

Erin "Big" Diehl (Founder improve it! & Author I See You) is a dynamic Business Improv Edutainer, Failfluencer, and Professional Zoombie. After a series of bold dares, Erin founded improve it!, a unique professional development firm that harnesses the power of improv comedy to help leaders and teams laugh, learn, play, and grow. Erin also hosts the top 1% global podcast, The improve it! Podcast fosters leadership and team growth through play, improv, and experiential learning. She's the author of the Amazon Best Seller and Top New Release, I See You! A Leader’s Guide to Energizing Your Team Through Radical Empathy. Among her various achievements, Erin takes particular pride in having persuaded over 36,000 professionals to perform the chicken dance.

Greg Mohr, a Wall Street Journal Best Selling author of "Real Freedom: Why Franchises Are Worth Considering and How They Can Be Used For Building Wealth," has a diverse background in restaurant management, micro-electric circuit engineering, and owning various businesses like dry cleaners, storage units, rental properties, and franchises. Greg has assisted hundreds of people in investing in numerous franchise units.

John Hewitt (founder Jackson Hewitt & Liberty Tax Service) used his 55 years of tax experience and remarkable business acumen to develop the next stage in his unmatched franchise success: Loyalty Brands. He’s the foundation on which our company’s foundation is built.
Loyalty Brands is a synergistic group of franchise businesses and services designed to help the franchise buyer prosper quickly and over the long term. Decades of documented franchise and business success have enabled Loyalty Brands to develop a business system that drives customer loyalty, repeat business, and financial stability. The proven systems allow franchise businesses to run smoothly and efficiently while achieving consistent, measurable growth.

Ryan Englin (Founder & CEO of Core Matters & Author Hire Better People Faster) is passionate about supporting growing businesses, particularly in blue-collar industries, to build amazingly productive companies by hiring the right people. Growing up, he saw his father working 12-hour shifts and weekends as an owner/operator, witnessing firsthand the struggles these companies have in hiring quality frontline employees. Ryan was determined to help them find a better way. His company, Core Matters, provides coaching and training on attracting, hiring, and retaining rock-star employees. Using his proven process, the Core Fit Hiring System, small and midsize businesses learn how to hire better people faster. With almost a decade in the business, Ryan has worked with over a hundred clients, helping business owners achieve their goals by hiring the right people.

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Tim Yurek (Founder & CEO of Tier 1 Capital) is a highly accomplished financial consultant, veteran, and thought leader in his industry. Tim has spent over 35 years helping thousands of people across the country achieve their financialgoals. He specializes in growing businesses, attracting and retaining top talent, planning for business succession, and converting business equity into cash.With his global recognition and membership in the Million Dollar Round Table, Tim offers valuable insights and strategies to his clients to help them achieve financial freedom. His expertise has been featured on major media outlets such as Bloomberg TV.

Max Olson (founder, Core Acceleration) believes that for businesses to accelerate, the people at the core of the organization must thrive. His company specializes in helping businesses and trade groups establish core learning systems based on their systems, processes, and institutional knowledge.
Max’s business career began as a student at the University of Washington in Seattle, where he owned & operated a College Pro franchise. He became the first US General Manager to achieve $10 Million in sales and subsequently oversaw the Western USA as Vice President. After 12 years in operations, Max took on a North American portfolio in 2015 as the VP of Innovation & Learning for CP, a role in which he was able to fully embrace his passion for learning design & problem solving. He founded Core Acceleration Consulting in 2019.

Erin Marcus is the founder and CEO of Conquer Your Business, an international company helping driven entrepreneurs and small business owners get the financial and emotional freedom they need to build a business and a life they're proud of.
Having made the successful leap from corporate executive to entrepreneur, Erin uses that experience, along with her MBA education and street smart upbringing, to help her clients reach heights they never
dreamed possible. And have fun doing it!
Erin is also an international speaker and the host of Ready Yet?! Podcast.

Staci Gray (CEO & Founder Organize to Scale) has over two decades of experience organizing real-world businesses to scale quickly collapsing the gap between ideas and profits by persistently executing for progress and results.

Staci envisions a world where innovative leaders are no longer trapped by operational chaos and instead are empowered to efficiently and effectively solve real-world problems, impact real people on a human level and generate profits quickly.

Staci loves coming alongside mission-driven leaders who are using their ideas, influence, and intellect to build successful businesses and empowering them to scale without losing their sanity, compromising their values, sacrificing their relationships, and drowning in operational chaos.

Craig Cooke, a pioneer who started the "digital first" company RhythmNet.com on a shoestring budget and led it to immense success before its acquisition by a top-tier digital agency. Dive into Craig’s insights on navigating the digital business world, his strategies in executive leadership, and his innovative approach to brand development.Beyond digital, Craig's life is equally compelling. A dedicated practitioner of Chinese Medical Qigong and martial arts, he integrates these ancient practices into modern business strategies, offering a distinct perspective on professional and personal growth. Tune in to learn how Craig harmonizes his technical expertise and holistic practices to inspire and heal.

Steven Cohen (Devine Millimet, Sr. Partner, M&A Expert)
In this video, Steven Cohen, Co-Chair of the Mergers & Acquisitions Team, shares his extensive expertise in facilitating successful M&A transactions. With over 40 years in the field, a CPA background, and a master's in taxation, Steven offers a unique perspective on achieving business goals efficiently and effectively. Discover how his detail-oriented approach and deep industry knowledge help mitigate risks and ensure smooth transitions for firms across all sectors. Join us as Steven outlines his comprehensive oversight of the M&A process, from initial agreements to post-closing adjustments, demonstrating why clients consistently rely on his team to get the deal done.

Dr. Luke Wilson (Chief Data Scientist and Senior Partner at Vizias. Vice President of the Board of Directors at Austin AI Alliance) has been a leading figure in high-performance computing and artificial intelligence for over two decades, with a distinguished career spanning academia, finance, and tech. Starting at the Texas Advanced Computing Center, he significantly contributed to the design and deployment of numerous Top500 systems, later enhancing TACC's educational offerings as Director of Training. At Dell Technologies, he pioneered groundbreaking work in HPC/AI infrastructure, earning him the title of Chief Data Scientist. Recently, at Optiver, he has been at the forefront of developing cutting-edge research infrastructure for high-frequency trading. With a PhD from the University of Texas at San Antonio, Luke has been instrumental in projects that have shaped the future of AI, including work that contributed to the Nobel Prize-winning LIGO project and optimizations for early transformer neural networks. An author of numerous research papers, Luke's work continues to influence the evolving landscape of technology and AI

Jodi Hume (Founder & CEO At The Core) is a Global Business Advisor & Rockstar who not only led a firm's growth from $1M to $10M but now advises companies worldwide. From seed-stage startups to corporations over $200M, Jodi's strategic insights have transformed businesses.
Plus, get a sneak peek into her life as the lead singer of The Wafflers and her unexpected victory in a Truck Pull competition.
Don't miss the stories and insights from this multi-talented leader!

Jesse Hernandez Mind Shifter @ Depth Builder LLC was born and raised on the Southside of San Antonio Texas.
His Career ranges from grading ditches to counseling Executives. This path taught him that we are more alike than we are different. He leverages this insight and experience by supporting leaders in growing from transactional to transformational.
His message is one of Contribution, Ownership, and Vulnerability. This message is visible in his book Becoming the Promise You are Intended to Be, and the Live Stream experience known as No BS with Jen & Jess.

Mark Graban (author, speaker, and consultant), is known for his groundbreaking work fostering a culture of learning and innovation. Dive into Mark's latest insights from his book, "The Mistakes That Make Us," and explore how embracing mistakes can drive success. With a history of impactful books like "Lean Hospitals" and "Measures of Success," and his leadership roles at Constancy, Inc. and KaiNexus, Mark's expertise is unparalleled. Educated at Northwestern University and MIT, his journey offers invaluable lessons in improving quality, safety, and employee engagement across industries. Tune in to discover how Mark's approach to continuous improvement and leadership can inspire innovation and transformation in your work.

Rich Wilson (President & CEO of Paul Davis Restoration) dives deep into the essence of leadership & shares his no-excuses philosophy, practical advice, and the real-life examples that have shaped his journey as a seasoned entrepreneur and leader.

🔥 Discover the power of assertive focus, the transformative impact of mentorship, and the critical importance of a clear vision in steering an organization toward success.

Daniel Kwak, (Founder & CIO at Miotti Partners Capital) went from a one-bedroom apartment shared with his entire family to financial peace of mind. From groundbreaking real estate strategies to building 7 & 8-figure empires, the importance of creating positive cash flow, living below your means, and strategically reinvesting to build wealth.

Discover practical strategies for financial success, including the power of data collection, identifying your ideal client avatar, and the value of pattern recognition in business. Gain inspiration and actionable advice to take control of your financial future and achieve your goals. Don't miss out on this empowering discussion with Daniel Kwak on how to get rich first and then focus on getting wealthy.

Jeff Russell (CEO & founder of Oakridge Group), takes us on a captivating journey from spinning records at Club Med to mastering the art of entrepreneurship.In this illuminating discussion, Jeff shares invaluable insights into the hiring process, team dynamics, and cultivating a thriving work culture. Discover his proven 11-step method for assembling the perfect team, emphasizing the importance of individuals with both a growth mindset and a passion for learning.Prepare to be inspired as Jeff imparts practical advice and personal anecdotes, drawing from his wealth of experience to empower aspiring entrepreneurs. Gain firsthand knowledge on building successful teams and fostering a workplace environment that breeds success.Jeff's expertise doesn't stop there as a bestselling author, 'Fire Yourself First,' is a game-changing resource designed to liberate entrepreneurs from the daily grind. With a four-step plan to reclaim time and pursue passion projects, Jeff's insights are a blueprint for business freedom.

Steve Lowell is a multi-award-winning speaker, 3x #1 best-selling author, and master trainer for high-impact speakers with a track record that speaks for itself. Having given over 3500 keynote speeches, 5000 seminars and trained more than 500K speakers globally, Steve delivers innovative strategies that help speakers drive revenue from the stage and build wealth through speaking. Steve is the Past President of the Global Speakers Federation (GSF) and the Past National President of the Canadian Association of Professional Speakers (CAPS). With over 50 years on stage (Steve started speaking at the age of 6!), thousands trained, and unmatched results, Steve helps speakers craft their signature transformational message and turn it into revenue.

Paul Glover (Author, WorkQuake™️) Former Federal Trial Lawyer turned No B.S. Post-Pandemic Leadership Expert, Paul brings over four decades of experience to the table. His journey from a successful legal career to an unexpected seven-year incarceration shaped his unique perspective on leadership.
With over 25 years of coaching experience and a focus on guiding executives through transformative journeys, Paul is renowned for his expertise. He's the mastermind behind WorkQuake™️ and has mentored leaders of billion-dollar organizations.
Paul's dynamic background in law, coupled with his captivating storytelling and coaching finesse, makes him a trailblazer in the post-pandemic leadership realm. Plus, he's so confident in his value that he offers a No B.S. Money Back Guarantee! Don't miss out on the chance to learn from one of the best.

Bryan Clayton (Co-founder and CEO of GreenPal) isn't just another CEO; he's a visionary and a groundbreaker. As the mastermind behind GreenPal, an innovative online marketplace dubbed the "Uber for lawn care" by Entrepreneur magazine, he's revolutionizing the way homeowners connect with local lawn care pros. Boasting over 200,000 active users, GreenPal pulses with thousands of transactions daily, a testament to Bryan's knack for understanding market needs.

Vince Pastore (Principal at HBK, NJ) boasts 35 years of taxation expertise. Specializing in Construction Contractors, Manufacturers, and Real Estate, Vince provides unparalleled guidance in Business Tax Planning, Mergers and Acquisitions, State and Local Tax Planning, and more. With a proven track record in tax resolutions, including Offers in Compromise and Voluntary Disclosure Agreements, trust Vince to navigate complex tax landscapes and advocate for clients before the IRS and local tax agencies.

Orrin Klopper (Co-founder & CEO of Netsurit)

After 24 years Netsurit has 350+ brilliant individuals across 5 office HQs working hard to help companies like Galderma, Private Wealth Management, RCS (BNP Paribas), Eurolux and more achieve their dreams. Orrin leads all culture, strategy, vision, and direction for the company, working closely with the Leadership team. Orrin is Head of the Dreams Programme, Netsuit's signature program to help employees dream bigger than they ever have.

He is always innovating for new ways of work. His people-focused leadership leads his team’s incredible, aspirational culture and their dream program. He is a passionate Microsoft Partner and committed to serve both employees and clients by nurturing and realizing their dreams.

"Roy Osing (President & CEO of Brilliance for Business) is a guy who took a startup internet company to A BILLION IN SALES! He is an author, entrepreneur and executive leader who delivers practical and proven ‘Audacious Unheard-of Ways’ to produce high-performing businesses and successful careers.
Roy is a former president, CMO and entrepreneur with over 40 years of executive leadership experience in every aspect of business.
As President of a major data and internet company, his leadership and audacious ‘unheard-of ways’ took the company from its early stage to $1 Billion in annual sales.
He is a blogger, content marketer and mentor to young professionals. As an accomplished business advisor, he is the author of the no-nonsense book series ‘BE DiFFERENT or be dead’, with ‘The Audacious Unheard-of Ways I Took a Startup to A BILLION IN SALES’.

Rich Hoffmann (Sr. VP of Leadership & Strategy at CertaPro) and host of Entrepreneurs United, takes us on a journey of self-discovery and transformation.

Hoffmann reflects on the limitations of life solely centered on comfort, emphasizing the need for a more involved, challenging, and inspiring existence and rejecting the idea of pursuing balance and instead advocating for a life of abundance, maximizing opportunities and experiences. Hoffmann shares their realization that a balanced life lacked excitement and inspiration, prompting all to seek a different approach.

Caleb Brunz (Franchise Owner, Paul Davis Restoration of Greater MSP, Inc) is a Senior Executive with proven leadership experience in establishing the strategies and tactics necessary to operate and grow businesses both locally and regionally. Connecting leaders and entrepreneurs with opportunities that align with their purpose, passions, and dreams. Proven experience in starting up multiple businesses including franchising and franchise ownership. An innovative company partner who develops and leads change.

The Entrepreneurs United Podcast 2023 Wrap.

Join us in celebrating an incredible year of inspiration, insights, and success on the Entrepreneurs United Podcast! 🌟 In this special Wrap episode, we reflect on the amazing journey we've had, featuring some of the brightest minds and game-changers in the entrepreneurial landscape.

Highlights of the Year include: Powerhouse Guests, Diverse Perspectives & Success Stories!

Our goal is to build a community of like-minded entrepreneurs, join us as we revisit the moments where our guests shared tips on networking, collaboration, and the power of building a supportive community for entrepreneurial growth.

Thank you for being part of the Entrepreneurs United journey in 2023. Here's to a new year of growth, innovation, and limitless possibilities!

Drs. Todd & Kim Saxton are award-winning professors at Indiana University’s Kelley School of Business, as well as co-authors of The Titanic Effect, The book is a practical guide to help startup founders, as well as their investors and supporters, successfully navigate the icebergs that so often sink startups in the ideation and early stages of development. They’ll tap into decades of academic and professional experience in business strategy, entrepreneurship, marketing, market research, and venture-funded startups to help you navigate the “icebergs” that so often sink early-stage startups.

Ryan Urban (author of The Business Owner's Guide to Money and founder of Alpha 4 Management) shares his expertise in finance and offers valuable insights for business owners looking to optimize their financials and make informed decisions. From understanding different business structures to mitigating taxes and maximizing wealth, Ryan provides practical advice that any entrepreneur can benefit from. Tune in to learn how to navigate the complex world of finance and take control of your business's financial success.

Meet Keira Brinton, (Founder and CEO of JOA Publishing), a dedicated writing coach, specializing in guiding entrepreneurs and change-makers to craft impactful books that leave a lasting mark. With a passion for transformation and storytelling, Keira helps individuals unleash their most important narratives, making a meaningful difference in the world. Beyond her professional pursuits, Keira is a devoted mother to five children. Her unique blend of experience as a mother and entrepreneurial guide enriches her coaching, offering a holistic approach to crafting compelling stories.

Join us in this riveting episode as we delve into the fascinating world of Coach Vinny Malts, Founder of Evolving Athletes the renowned "player whisperer" and a true maestro in the realm of mindset coaching. With a career spanning 25 years, Coach Vinny has collaborated with elite mindset pioneers worldwide, leaving an indelible mark on the professional and ambitious amateur athletes he has transformed.

In this exclusive interview, Coach Vinny shares insights into his groundbreaking approach to athlete development, highlighting his innovative programs that cultivate extraordinary mindset and leadership performance. Discover the secrets behind his crowning achievements, including steering a youth organization to a National Championship and making history as the NHL's first Mindset Performance Coach.

Coach Vinny doesn't just focus on the playing field – he champions a holistic approach to development, emphasizing the crucial synergy between owners, coaches, players, and family in crafting the journey of extraordinary performers. Learn how his holistic philosophy has reshaped the landscape of athlete development and propelled individuals to unprecedented success.

But Coach Vinny's story goes beyond the arena. Uncover the entrepreneurial spirit that drives him as he discusses founding Evolving Athletes alongside his wife, Marisa.

Prepare to be inspired and enlightened as he opens up about his transformative journey, revealing the keys to unlocking peak performance in sports and life.

Peter Taylor (CEO & Coach, The Awakened Man Project) went from picked on to pro athlete to serial entrepreneur.

Pete left a 7 figure business to follow his own hero's journey and second mountain; building a community of guys to help him and them stop playing at level 4 when they know they have level 10 in the bag. Pete is a father, mentors founders from 7-8 figures and coaches to build resilience, discipline and character forging.

Lindy Nowak (Founder, Up in a Day) spent over a decade as a creative director in New York City across multiple brands including L’Oréal, Entertainment Weekly Magazine, and Women’s Health Magazine. In 2019, she established her agency,⁠ Up in a Day™⁠: a new-to-market website service that specifically focuses on helping small business owners and solopreneurs get their website up quickly, on budget, and with little to no effort on their part.

John St.Pierre (The $100M Journey, Rhombus Group) is an accomplished entrepreneur with an incredible depth of experience from both significant failures and successes. John has co-founded and led two companies he built and scaled to over $50M+ in global revenues. One of which he lost dramatically, while the other grew to $100M+ by implementing his entrepreneurial learnings. John is a trusted investor, speaker, and mentor to many entrepreneurs in the business world today.

Kelly Clements (Founder of The Entreprenewer and Author) helps her clients achieve greatness in their careers while creating deep meaningful connection with their most significant relationship- their partner.
As a successful entrepreneur herself, Kelly understands wholeheartedly the demands of growing a business and the toll it can take on personal relationships. She shares invaluable strategies that are crucial for entrepreneurs looking to offset the demands of running a business while maintaining a fulfilling personal life.

Dena Patton, (Dena Patton Coaching & Training) a renowned business coach and transformational speaker, has touched the lives of thousands of purpose-driven entrepreneurs and visionary leaders worldwide.

Her proprietary Greatness Methodology, a world-class approach, empowers her clients to emerge as exceptional leaders, capable of building truly outstanding enterprises. Through her 3-Pillar coaching system, she guides you in crafting the essential systems, strategies, and mindset to transform your company into a well-oiled, well-marketed, and well-led success story. As an accomplished speaker, coach, and best-selling author, Dena has been featured in over 60 media stories, and she champions her work through six core values: Courage, Accountability, Authenticity, Faith, Integrity, and Fun.

Join Dena on a journey towards greatness, and let her expertise help you achieve your business dreams.

Jed Lazar, the visionary founder of Cozy Juicy Real, a game-changing venture that's all about bringing meaning, trust, belonging, and play into our lives. Join us as we dive deep into Jed's incredible journey as an entrepreneur, exploring the roots of his passion for creating meaningful connections. Discover the story behind Cozy Juicy Real and how it's not just a board game but an experience that's reshaping the way we connect with one another. Jed Lazar is a true game-changer, and his commitment to fostering trust and belonging in today's fast-paced world is nothing short of inspirational. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a seasoned business owner, or just someone who loves a good game night, this episode is sure to leave you with valuable insights and a renewed sense of purpose.

Andy Hite (Owner, Scaling Minds Coaching & Consulting) is a recognized leadership coach who supports entrepreneurs, executives, and their teams as they navigate the world of building businesses and lives filled with prosperity, meaning, & freedom. Regardless of the setting—be it in front of an audience, within an intimate boardroom, or during individual client sessions—Andy’s background in commercial theatre, as an actor and executive, lends a distinctive perspective to his coaching practice. Committed to making an impact and facilitating transformative change, Andy empowers entrepreneurs and executives to unlock their full potential and thrive in their respective fields. Leading with heart, he creates a nurturing environment that fosters growth and paves the way for true authentic leadership. As an accomplished executive and entrepreneur coach, Andy has impacted countless lives and earned a reputation for excellence. He is a sought-after speaker, inspiring audiences with insights on how to lead more powerfully, love more deeply, and live more fully. Andy is a trusted coach to many EO members, a Strategic Alliance Partner with EO Chicago, as well as a longtime EOA coach.

🎙️ Join us as we sit down with Mike Hersh (CEO, BrandPoint Services), and take a deep dive into the very strategies, mindset, and leadership principles that propelled Mike's business to unprecedented heights. His captivating journey serves as a beacon of hope for all aspiring entrepreneurs seeking growth. 🌟 And there's more! Tune in to explore the transformative power of servant leadership, a topic close to Mike's and our hearts. Discover how this leadership approach can revolutionize your business, leaving a lasting positive impact on your team, customers, and the community at large. Don't miss this golden opportunity to gain invaluable insights and inspiration for your entrepreneurial journey.

In this episode, we sit down with Paige NeJame, Owner: of CertaPro Painters of the South Shore/Boston areas and author of the book "Drift." We dive into the concept of drift, which is the act of putting one foot in front of the other without challenging ourselves or having a clear destination in mind. We discuss how our dreams can sometimes get off track and how to navigate that journey. Paige shares her insights on making drift easier to understand and implement. We also explore the idea of embracing the journey and not worrying about the outcome. Join us as we uncover the secrets to overcoming drift and taking the next step toward our goals. Stay tuned for some exciting announcements and a sneak peek into Paige's next book.

In this episode, we sit down with Greg Martin, a managing director and investment banker with Origin Merchant Partners, a boutique investment bank working with entrepreneurs in Toronto. We discuss two important topics: how entrepreneurs should be thinking about their future business exit and how intrapreneurs can thrive within an organization. Greg shares key financial metrics to consider and offers advice on controlling your supply chain, margin, and cash. Tune in to learn more about Greg's podcast, Lifetime at Work, where he explores the fulfillment and meaning behind different jobs. Don't miss out on this insightful conversation!

As President, Chris Mursau leads a team of Topgrading Professionals, all of whom are the only certified Topgrading trainers. Chris has conducted over 3,500 in-depth Topgrading assessments for internal and external candidates and helped a vast array of organizations pack their teams with A Players. Dozens of case study companies transformed their teams from 26% to 85% high performers hired, enabling team members to enjoy more successful careers and bolstering company growth and profitability. Chris’ client list is broad and diverse, including Fortune 500 companies, small to medium-sized businesses, and non-profit organizations.

Ken Paskins, Founder of GCE Strategic Consulting and The Shift Spot™ is an accomplished CEO / COO and Executive Coach. With a diverse leadership background spanning Fortune 100 giants like Oracle, Ken's known for his transformative impact on businesses of all sizes.

Now, for over three decades, Ken serves as a "hired gun" or fractional COO, guiding companies from pre-revenue stages to $50 million milestones, across diverse industries including HVAC, accounting, legal, and software. His expertise even extends into the world of private equity, venture capital, and mergers and acquisitions, with notable successes, such as closing a $40+ million software deal in the aftermath of 9/11.

Craig Andrews, a Certified EOS Implementer, Teacher, Mentor, and Coach with over 30 years of experience joins us this week to share his passion for helping entrepreneurial leaders. With a treasure trove of insights and a deep desire to help business owners, Craig offers simple yet proven tools to guide you on your journey to success. Say goodbye to common pitfalls and hello to a clear pathway for becoming your best in the world of business.

Bessi Graham is an award-winning entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience working with business owners, governments, and large funding bodies to bring doing good and making money back together.
Bessi works with established business leaders who want to build on their success and align their company with their values but are concerned about the impact of these changes on their bottom line. Showing them that they can do good and make money. In fact, doing good is the competitive edge their business has been missing.

Step into the world of legal prowess and entrepreneurial brilliance with Luis Scott, a luminary figure whose impact resonates across the legal and business realms. As a trailblazing attorney, acclaimed speaker, and dynamic entrepreneur, Luis's journey spans over two decades of unwavering dedication. Co-founder of 8 Figure Firm Consulting and visionary behind Bader Scott Injury Lawyers, Luis's legacy is etched in his transformative approach to law and business. Through 8 Figure Firm Consulting, he redefined the legal landscape, empowering fellow professionals to soar to new heights of success. At Bader Scott Injury Lawyers, he masterfully blends advocacy with innovation, setting a gold standard for managing partners. A captivating speaker and esteemed thought leader, Luis not only imparts legal wisdom but also cultivates the mindset vital for entrepreneurial triumph in the legal sphere. Join us as we delve into the extraordinary saga of a true visionary, whose indomitable spirit has reshaped the legal industry and propelled countless professionals to unparalleled greatness.

Step into the realm of strategic brilliance with Gil Petersil, a true global visionary leader. Uncover the secrets of organic business scaling and impactful networking as he shares his wisdom, earned through years as a world-class speaker and Networking Mastery Coach, making this podcast a must-listen for conscious entrepreneurs and global change-makers alike.
Join us on a journey of transformation guided by Gil Petersil, a mastermind in the art of networking alchemy. Delve into his world as an award-winning speaker and Authentic Partnership Coach, where he unveils the keys to forging genuine connections that not only elevate businesses but also ignite positive change in communities worldwide. Don't miss this opportunity to absorb the essence of networking expertise and unleash your potential for lasting global impact.

Manuj Aggarwal, is the founder and Chief Innovation Officer TetraNoodle Technologies, an elite AI consulting company. With a remarkable track record of driving transformative change, Manuj, through TetraNoodle, has touched at least 10 million lives and generated over $500M in value through his expertise in technology and AI. He has shared his insights at the United Nations alongside distinguished figures like the Secretary-General and Nobel Peace Prize winners, while President Obama and Bill Gates have recognized his work. With four AI patents to his name, Manuj is the perfect mentor to guide you through the transformative potential of AI and its benefits for businesses. Join us and discover the limitless possibilities of AI under the guidance of this visionary industry influencer.

Theresa Rose is a Brand and Business Crystallizer, Strategic Co-Creator, and Certified Speaking Professional who works with experts and their businesses to create one-of-a-kind visual brands they can draw on a cocktail napkin. Using her Crystallization Process, Theresa helps thought leaders Clarify, Amplify, and Monetize their Brilliance as efficiently -- and lucratively -- as possible.
Theresa brings delightful enthusiasm, energy, and insight on how entrepreneurial experts can cut through the noise and distraction to create meaningful, lasting, and lucrative connections with their customers and fans.

Liz Scully (Founder, Rethink Central) is an Emmy award-winning strategist that believes business should be ridiculously fun as well as highly effective.  She runs Mastermind groups for herself and other well-known coaches. She trains coaches to run effective Masterminds. Bringing skills from over 20 years of working on big Hollywood films, she helps brilliant minds achieve more together than alone.  She's Irish, nomadic, and as confused as everyone else why she has an English accent.

Mike Barton, Chief Growth Officer of World Insurance joins us to discuss how entrepreneurs can save money on their health insurance costs. We explore the limited options available for smaller businesses and the increasing number of options as a business grows. With the medical inflation crisis, it's crucial for entrepreneurs to investigate the available options for the betterment of their businesses and employees. Don't miss out on this valuable discussion!

In this episode, we sit down with James Bond author of the book "Brain Glue". James shares his secrets to becoming rich in business and using behavioral science to get people to say YES!

We dive deep into the power of naming conventions and how they can make your company or product memorable and ultimately drive sales!

Join us as we uncover the strategies behind James' goal of developing 1 million millionaires!

Nick Sonnenberg is the founder and CEO of Leverage, an operational efficiency consultancy, and author of “Come Up For Air”, a Wall Street Journal Bestseller. He is a leading efficiency expert who helps teams maximize their performance through his proven CPR® Framework. Nick has worked with individuals and companies of all sizes, including Tony Robbins, Meta, Clickfunnels, Reckitt Benckiser, and more.

Nick is committed to making the world a more efficient place. He believes that by helping companies save time and money through operational efficiency, he can make a significant impact on the world. Nick's ultimate goal is to leave a legacy of helping teams achieve their full potential and transform the way businesses operate. By empowering individuals and organizations to work smarter and more efficiently, Nick hopes to make a lasting difference and create a ripple effect that extends far beyond his own career.

In June's book review of New York Times's best-seller, Dare to Lead by Berné Brown, John & Rich discuss the importance of vulnerability and empathy in leadership as they explore how the business climate and culture have evolved, and how leaders need to adapt to these changes. They share personal experiences of struggling with vulnerability and perfectionism in their own entrepreneurial careers and discuss how embracing vulnerability can lead to a stronger and more respectful culture.

If you're an entrepreneur or leader looking to improve your leadership skills, this episode is a must-listen.

Gary Garth (Founder of elev8.io, Author of 'The Zero to 100 Million Sales Blueprint') has an inspiring story to tell as the Founder and CEO of Great Dane Ventures, The Accelerator Platform and Elev8 Media. Author of 'The Zero to 100 Million Sales Blueprint' book and 'The Goals, Grit & Greatness' planner.

He also leverages his resources as a sales leader and angel investor, helping high-potential startups go to market, scale, and become profitable via 360 degrees sales and marketing support, incubator programs, advisory services, and proprietary technology, engineered with the purpose of empowering entrepreneurs. He has been featured in Inc., Forbes, Success, and many other prominent publications. A serial entrepreneur since 2002, Gary has started and successfully exited six companies, including large outbound sales call centers, radio advertising networks, and an award-winning, eight-figure digital marketing agency.

John Mitchell (CEO/Founder, Think it Be it) is a Professor at the University of Texas in Austin where he teaches the “Science of Success”. He is also a successful entrepreneur and success mentor to many including the athletes and athletic staff at the University of Texas.
John was 50 years old and wasn't as successful as he thought he should be. To fix that he decided to find the top book in the world on success and apply that book literally Word for Word to my life. That book was Think And Grow Rich, which has been read by over 100 million people. He was able to figure out the FULL SECRET only partially alluded to in the book. And a 12-minute-a-day technique to apply it. It caused his income to go up by 25 times over the $200,000 – $300,000 a year he was making the prior 20 years. He teaches this 12-minute a day technique to high achievers, specifically to entrepreneurs who want to net over $1 million a year.

Click HERE for John's YouTube video of Think & Grow Rich – Full Secret Revealed

Matt Shoup (MattShoup.com, Owner) is a Jesus follower, husband, father, award-winning serial entrepreneur, author, keynote speaker, Spain aficionado, aspiring paella chef, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, and Spanish coffee addict.
Matt wrote his first book Become an Award-Winning Company in 2011, and his second book, Painted Baby in 2023. Matt has founded 6 successful companies and grown them all from the ground up. All of these companies are being run by extraordinary people! These companies are M & E Painting, M & E Roofing Solutions, RiRy: Makers of The Pirate Patch Drywall Repair Tool, Northern Colorado Jiu Jitsu, M & E Real Estate Ventures and MattShoup.com
Matt has been featured in publications such as INC Magazine, Entrepreneur Magazine, BBC, Fox Small Business, Huffington Post, US News and World Report, and EO Overdrive. Matt has spoken to companies all over the world, in both English and Spanish, where he shares a refreshing and down-to-earth message for entrepreneurs, inspiring them to Pour Into People and Share Their Painted Baby Stories, among other topics.

John and Rich discuss the impactful book, How to Win Friends and Influence People, which was written in 1936 and has since sold 15 million copies and been translated into 30 languages. They talk about not using the book to manipulate people, but rather to demonstrate the traits of a leader and understand how to read a book properly. They also discuss the idea of treating people the way you want to be treated, as this will ultimately be the most successful strategy.

How to Win Friends and Influence People

Drake Scifers (Content Gym, Owner) is a lifelong entrepreneur. His experience spans the advertising, digital media, real estate, private equity, and telecommunication industries.
He recently sold his latest start-up Skyber, a fiber-backed, wireless internet service provider where he raised angel funding for a rural internet service provider, got the company to profitability in 2017-2019, grew 80% during COVID (2020) through employment restrictions, and sold in Oct 2020.
Today, Drake owns Content Gym where he helps entrepreneurs put their content on steroids by assisting them to scale their most valuable resource, themselves.

Frank C. Bucaro (Frank C. Bucaro, LLC, Owner) is the author of the book The Trust Puzzle: How to Keep Your Company on the Ethical High Road.
After an initial career in teaching, Frank transitioned to keynote and seminar programs. He has presented hundreds of programs to businesses, associations, and Fortune 500 companies on the subjects of ethics and values-based leadership. His programs have been a natural fit with organizations interested in reinforcing their commitment to ethics, and ethical leadership while reducing vulnerability to costly ethics problems.
Frank is a member of the National Speakers Association and has earned the designation of CSP which stands for Certified Speaking Professional. Frank was also awarded NSA’s CPAE Speaker Hall of Fame Award for professional excellence, an award held by fewer than 182 people worldwide.

Jonathan Rivera (Host of Results Leader.FM & CEO of The Podcast Factory) believes the right words, from the right person, at the right time can change your life. Every day he's inspiring, entertaining, and influencing listeners to live lives of infinite fulfillment.

His Podcast is dedicated to the Results Leader who lives and dies by the results they get their clients not thought leadership, actual results. With a passion for inspiring and entertaining his listeners, Jonathan shares his insights on how to live a life of infinite fulfillment. He shares his own journey to success and how he's helped countless others achieve their goals.

From tips on how to start and grow your own podcast to how to build a successful business, Jonathan offers a wealth of knowledge and experience that will leave you feeling inspired and motivated to take action toward your own goals.

Jordan Denning (Corporate Attorney at Llyod & Mousilli) is a versatile business attorney specializing in startups, IP, formation, strategy and general corporate counsel. For Over twenty years he has practiced in large national law firms, served as in-house counsel to public and private companies and been a founder or partner in various start-ups.

Jordan holds a joint JD/Master of Intellectual Property from the University of New Hampshire School of Law and was awarded a B.A. in English Literature from Hobart College. He is Admitted to the Bars of the District of Columbia and South Carolina.

On this episode of the Entrepreneurs United podcast, John and Rich do a book review on The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership by John Maxwell. John and Rich each share their perspectives on the four laws that have impacted them the most as leaders.
The first law was the law of EF Hutton, which is based on the idea that when someone of high authority speaks, everyone else listens.
The second law was the law of Trust, which emphasizes the importance of building trust with followers.
The third law was the law of Buy-in, which encourages leaders to get others to buy into their ideas.
The fourth law was the law of the lid, which discusses the idea that a leader’s effectiveness is limited by their own abilities.
John and Rich discuss how each of these laws has had an impact on their own leadership styles and how they have helped them become more effective leaders. They shared stories of how the law of EF Hutton has enabled them to get people to listen to their ideas, and how the law of Trust has enabled them to build strong relationships with their team members. They also discussed how the law of Buy-in has allowed them to get others to support their ideas and how the law of the lid has helped them recognize their own limitations and how they can work to improve them.
The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership is a must-read for anyone who wants to become an effective leader we encourage all entrepreneurs to take the time to read and reflect on the various laws discussed in the book and to apply them to their own lives.

Jann Freed, PhD, (Jann E. Freed, LLC, Consultant) is professor emerita of business management and the former Mark and Kay De Cook Endowed Chair in Leadership and Character Development.

Now Jann is a leadership development consultant who helps engage employees, develop leaders, and help people find meaning on a daily basis. She does this through leadership coaching, corporate workshops, and speaking. Jann’s focus is helping individuals and organizations get from where they are to where they want to be at every age and stage of life.
Jann is the author of several books and articles about continuous improvement in leadership and life. Her book Leading with Wisdom: Sage Advice from 100 Experts is based on more than 100 interviews with some of the top thought leaders in the field. Jann’s latest book, Breadcrumb Legacy: How Great Leaders Live a Life Worth Remembering, is focused on how to live a life that matters. She also writes a column in Training Magazine called “Leading Edge” and occasionally writes a guest column for the Business Record and DSM Magazine.
As a certified Sage-ing Leader through Sage-ing International (sage-ing.org), Jann hosts a monthly podcast Becoming a Sage where she interviews thought leaders about wisdom in work and in life. Jann was a TEDxDes Moines speaker and a TEDxBergen Community College speaker. Jann is an adjunct professor for The University of Iowa teaching a graduate leadership course. Community leadership is a priority for her.

Daniel Martinez (Hivemind CRM, Co-Founder) was a truck driver in 2017, now off to better things and a greater purpose.
Hivemind had one client make $300k+ in 2021 using its software and will make their first millionaire in 2022 as they help businesses and entrepreneurs make more money through business automation.
Daniel also believes that Real Estate Land investing and creating cash flow by flipping land has the single best ROI of any asset class!

Chris Miller (Senior Vice President/Managing Partner, United Insurance) has the desire to assist commercial businesses in mitigating a variety of risks. As an insurance agent, he sells an intangible product, and so it's his passion to get clients to understand the need for a quality risk management program, which includes selecting the correct insurance products. Why-----Simply to help people and make sure their business services are an unplanned event. Chris began working in the Insurance industry, for MMG Insurance Company, as a claims auto adjuster. In 2004, Chris took a marketing position within MMG and honed in on his sales skills which lead him to United Insurance where he proudly continues to work today, as a partner and shareholder in the company.

This book review by Rich and John summarizes Patrick Lencioni's book "The Five Dysfunctions of a Team”.
The book focuses on the challenges that teams face and the steps needed to overcome them. Lencioni's simple yet powerful framework helps to diagnose and address the most common issues teams face and provides an actionable plan to create greater cohesiveness and trust.
The review praises the book's storytelling approach and practical advice. It also notes that while the book is an ideal resource for team leaders and managers, anyone looking to create a successful team should read it.

Ann Carden (Strategist/Consultant/Author/Speaker/Podcaster, Ann Carden) is passionate about helping others achieve the success they want while building personal wealth and a lifestyle of freedom. I believe there are no limits as to what anyone can achieve and we always have a next level.
Ann has more than forty-one years of business, marketing, and sales experience with over thirty years as an entrepreneur. She has built 7 successful businesses (selling five) and is the current owner of two.
Ann has been coaching/consulting for the past eleven years and has worked with several hundred small business owners, consultants, coaches, and professional entrepreneurs in over fifty different types of businesses to further their success.

Ted Ma (Keynote Speaker, Ted Ma Enterprises) is passionate about mentorship and helping leaders understand the impact they can make on others.

Over the past 19 years Ted has spent time building and coaching teams. He has found that the best leaders are also the greatest mentors. As mentors, they inspire loyalty and empower people to perform at their best.

Ted believes that most leaders understand the power of mentorship, but haven't learned how to become great mentors and unfortunately, 44% of employees (and 60% of millennials) have never had a professional mentor.

So how can you become an effective mentor?

Matt Edmundson (CEO, Aurion Media) helps people from all corners of the globe deliver eCommerce WOW. His own online businesses have generated +$75m in worldwide sales and his coaching clients have generated over $100m.

Matt has had more failures than successes; it is just that his successes far outweigh the failures in terms of outcomes.

Around the world of eCommerce since 2002, Matt is a global eCommerce guru. Matt hosts the eCommerce Podcast, runs his company, Aurion (a group of companies that exist to help you deliver eCommerce WOW), and is a part of some exciting e-commerce ventures (such as Vegetology).

Alex Brueckmann (Brueckmann Executive Consulting, Managing Partner) is a strategy entrepreneur, author, and speaker. He built and scaled companies in Europe and Canada, and led client projects across the world. His passion lies in helping clients build profitable businesses rooted in purpose and impact. In today's podcast, Rich and John speak to Alex about his new book, "Secrets from Next Level Entrepreneurs: 11 Powerful Lessons to Thrive in Business and Lead a Balanced Life"

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Shana Francesca (Concinnate, Owner) is a speaker, writer and entrepreneur. Shana helps people live more joyful and connected lives through the principles Of life design. Shana believes our present and future are transformed when we infuse our lives with intention, we design our lives and realize the power in accepting ourselves as the author of our story.

Shana has been interviewed on more than 60 podcasts worldwide and has been published in Medium, Authority Magazine & Shoutout LA and emotional intelligence + magazine.

https://www.concinnate.world/

Barbara Sloan (Owner/Author/Coach, Tipped Finance) wants to help you start preparing for retirement by providing some accountability in meeting your savings goals.

Barbara built a career in the Service Industry and throughout that time made every financial mistake possible. Although she is not a Stock Broker or Certified Financial Advisor she learned what it took to live on “ Tipped" income and dig out from under her own mistakes.

Kellan Fluckiger (Coach, Speaker, Performer, Catalyst) has come through decades of depression, addictions, life-threatening illness, and a near-death experience to become the ultimate catalyst to help motivated people melt barriers, move mountains and mobilize superpowers to achieve their true desires.

As a coach and keynote speaker, Kellan’s masterful approach helps people get past old stories, change beliefs and create a living context to reach goals that seemed impossible.

In this special edition episode, John, Rich, and guest Nicky Billou perform the first ever EU Podcast Book Review on the best selling self help book of all time, Think and Grow Rich!

Napoleon Hill's book first published in 1937 has played a major role in the development of millions of entrepreneurs and the discussion in this podcast should be both a refresher to listeners who had already read the book or a nudge to read it today!

Alex Sanfilippo (Founder, PodPros.com) is the host of the top-rated podcast called Podcasting Made Simple. He is also the founder of PodPros.com, a software company focused specifically on the podcasting industry.

Alex and his team have created popular services like PodMatch, a service that matches podcast guests and hosts together for interviews, and PodcastSOP, a project management tool that helps podcasters keep up with their episode releases.

Cory Carlson (Author, Rise and Go) & Dustin Riechmann (Owner, Simple Success Coaching) join John and Rich for an enriching conversation about how two former Entrepreneurs United guests met and developed a lifelong connection through Cory's new book "Rise and Go."

Cory Carlson appeared on EP 37: Why we need to WIN @ Home First! while Dustin Riechmann appeared on EP 86: Maximize Partnership Marketing to Fuel Growth - w/ Dustin Riechmann.

Billy Anderson (The Courage Crusade, Founder), believes that Courage drives Change. His popular keynote unfreezes teams and individuals so they're ready to embrace change. As the opening speaker at corporate conferences, Billy gets your people thinking differently about change and understanding how fear can get in the way. And he makes it FUN! Billy is also the author of the book "Your Comfort Zone Is Killing You".

Are you ready to set big personal and professional goals for 2023? There is no better time than a new calendar year to have clarity and intentionality around what can help make this year your best ever.

In this 3rd annual New Years' kick-off episode, John and Rich flashback to what they discussed as their goals in EP 70: Make 2022 the Best Year Possible! and hold themselves accountable to what they committed to doing in 2022.

Let's set some big goals in 2023 and maximize all that life has to offer!

Happy New Year!

Michelle Nedelec (Creative Director, Awareness Strategies Inc.) is an International bestselling author and an expert in Entrepreneurialism.

Michelle has run her own series of companies for over 22 years and for over 15 years has been helping Sales reps, Entrepreneurs, and Executives to continually double their profits and revenues.

Michelle not only has what it takes to help her clients build a million-dollar business, but she does it time and time again. Michelle particularly loves to talk about Marketing Automation, Systems Integration, and support both on and off the stage. She teaches the key components of scaling a business: Strategy, Systems, Support, and State of Mind so you know how to continually elevate all four components to build a healthy thriving business. For the past 6 years, she’s been focusing on helping entrepreneurs bring their businesses online from conceptualization to Done For You IT automation.

Carly J. Cais (Founder & CEO, RevvSpark) started in Marketing over 20 years ago, first in B2C and then in B2B. Author of the upcoming book "Startup to Scaleup" and CEO of the Content Marketing agency RevvSpark, she is on a mission to grow businesses with creative "Conversion Content" that levels up internal teams and drives demand.

Startup to Scaleup: $100K Growth Secrets from SaaS Leaders (book of interviews with SaaS founders who have scaled their companies to $100K about lessons learned and what they did differently from competitors to achieve this milestone) - will be self-published in early 2023.

Carly is offering all of our listeners a "Leveraging LinkedIn to Grow Your Business cheat sheet" - that you can download here at:

https://www.revvspark.com/entrepreneurs

Merrylue Martin (Owner/CEO, The Job Joy Group LLC) is an employee engagement expert who works with all types of people leaders; from corporate CEOs and entrepreneurs to first-time team leads and supervisors, on how to attract and retain the best employees.

As a Fortune 50 senior executive, management consultant, and business owner, Merrylue knows first-hand what it takes to equip leaders with real world, grab-and-go tools that get results.

Dr. Martin is the CEO of the Job Joy Group, a leadership consulting firm whose primary message to leaders today is that "people will always be people first, and our employees a very distant second.”

Dr. Martin is also a graduate of the Wharton School “Women in Leadership” program. Her doctoral research led to her discovery of the most critical leadership behaviors that impact an employee's decision to stay. She shares those insights and tools in her best-selling book, The Big Quit Survival Guide.

Nicky Billou (Founder, eCircle Academy), aka The Millionaire Maker, is an International Best Selling Author of 8 books. He is an inspirational speaker to corporate audiences such as RBC, Lululemon, Royal LePage, and TorStar Media. He is the co-founder of eCircle Academy (www.eCircleAcademy.com) where he runs a yearlong Mastermind & Educational program working with Coaches, Consultants, Corporate Trainers, Clinic Owners, Realtors, Mortgage Brokers and other service-based Entrepreneurs, positioning them as authorities in their niche. He is the creator of the Thought Leader/Heart LeaderTM Designation. Nicky and his team have helped over 70 entrepreneurs add 6 to 8 figures to their annual income.

Jonathan Zacks (Founder, GoReminders) is on a mission to decimate no-show appointments. After running an appointment-based business for a decade, he co-founded GoReminders which increases business revenue and cuts wasted staff time with automated appointment reminders & online booking.

Jonathan runs Growth & Marketing for GoReminders and loves helping small businesses with automation and communication.

Rick Girard (Stride Search Inc, Founder and CEO) is the Founder and CEO of Stride Search Inc, an Engaged Search Firm. Rick is extremely passionate about helping startup founders win-win the strongest hires to fuel unprecedented company growth!

Rick's career has kept him laser-focused on building tech startups in the highly competitive Silicon Valley. Over his career, he has helped build more than 200 startup teams that have successfully exited. Value and Impact are the two main ingredients brought to every interaction, above and beyond just locating the strongest people.

Contrarian in his approach, Rick has flipped the script on engagement and the hiring process to bring a massive competitive advantage to every interaction.

Rick is the Author of "Healing Career Wounds". Invented and systematized the Hiring Operating System (HireOS™). The solution for leaders to win the strongest hires by blowing up "best practices" with a humanistic, evidence-driven, unbiased, time-efficient experience.

When not running a school for Gifted Mutants as Professor X, Rick hosts the Hire Power Radio Show & Podcast, a weekly series on LinkedIn Live, which serves as a business leader’s resource to solve their most difficult hiring challenges.

Andrew McDowell (Business Owner/Founder, Generate Your Value LLC) subscribes to the famous quote of Albert Einstein, "Rather than be a man of success, be a man of value”.

As the Owner of Generate Your Value he serves Entrepreneurs and Small Business Owners with coaching products and services to grow their businesses. Andy is a Certified Catalyft® Coach utilizing the great platform of methodologies from the Catalyft® Success System Company

Andy is a results-driven, hands-on leader with over 20 years of international aviation industry consulting experience and subject matter expertise in aviation system capacity and efficiency, airspace design, simulation and modeling.

Cliff McDonald (Brainheart Growth, Founder/Managing Partner) is leading his growth advisory firm which is helping lower mid-market companies and their owners and stakeholders realize their full potential

Brainheart Growth helps companies achieve high and sustained growth rates - in addition to revenue generation they also help companies grow culturally and philosophically.

The scoreboard for Cliff and Brainheart Growth is lives impacted in a positive fashion and helping people and teams realize their full potential - Brainheart Growth deliberately works in the lower mid-market because these teams typically don't have the abundant resources of larger firms and need more help.

Steven Lentz (Owner, Ocelot Traffic) was a career firefighter for 10 years, and now does content marketing for businesses to raise their visibility and exposure organically on Google. Steven has a wife and 2 children, and is passionate about helping others and being a beneficial presence in the world.

Steven will be hosting an 8 week mastermind/group coaching for in-house marketing teams covering a lot of different strategies, and how to implement them to get better returns from your marketing. In this session Steven will cover PPC, content marketing, as well as websites, email campaigns, and more.

As entrepreneurs, we are often faced with the big decision (even more so post covid) to host an off site conference, summit, meeting, retreat, or other with our company and team members. These events are a big financial and resource investment. In this episode, John asks Rich (a master at running events) to help define the keys to running a great event.

The result of the conversation is the idea of running an Entrepreneurs United Retreat in 2023! Let us know if this is something you would be interested in attending by emailing us at info@entrepreneursunited.us

Jeremy Streten (Founder & CEO, Business Legal Lifecycle) is a founder and chief executive officer at Business Legal Lifecycle. He is the author of the amazon number one bestselling book “The Business Legal Lifecycle”.

Business Legal Lifecycle Worldwide’s aim is to provide access to legal advice for all small to medium sized businesses around the world.

www.businesslegallifecycle.com/united

Stacey Marmolejo (Founder/CEO, Franchise Prep Academy), is the creator of Franchise Prep Academy which provides unbiased courses for first-time entrepreneurs to learn all they need to know to buy a franchise business. FPA’s mission is to arm them with the knowledge necessary to start a business that brings satisfaction and fulfillment that more closely aligns with their core values.

After 25 years of climbing the corporate ladder, Stacey gave up a prestigious Senior Vice President position with a national firm to purchase a start-up franchise. 16 years later, as one of the Top 10% of franchisees, she successfully sold her franchise business and now dedicates her time to helping others who want to pursue a similar path to career success and life happiness.

In addition to her courses, Stacey volunteers her time mentoring military veterans interested in entrepreneurship.

Kevin Herring (Founder and President, Ascent Management Consulting) is a recognized expert in team and business unit turnarounds and creator of the 90-day Turnaround, a unique program for turning any leader and workgroup into a highly engaged, high performing team in just 90 days.

Kevin has also taught consulting skills to HR, IT, finance, supply chain and other support teams to convert their expertise into problem solving solutions for the business.

Kevin authored the Practical Guide for Internal Consultants. He has been featured as a national conference keynote speaker and has been published and quoted in Forbes, CFO, Talent Management, and HR Executive among others.

The 90-day Turnaround leader transformation program and free Practical Guide for Internal Consultants

Jeremy Pope (CEO, Sales Call Overhaul) is addicted to helping entrepreneurs in the coaching and consulting space increase their close rates.

Jeremy was never a super-talented salesperson with crazy charisma and he even hated marketing and sales for the first couple of years in my entrepreneurial journey. After honing his sales craft in the ‘non-talented’ way, he was finally able to let his new ‘giver process’ do the heavy lifting and became a top sales person.

Jeremy then began consulting - and training teams for international businesses like direct-marketing giant Guthy Renker. From there, he became the client success director for Traffic and Funnels. To this day, he still does sales coaching with a few private coaching clients.

Pamela Wilson (Digital Marketing Consultant and Executive Coach, Pamela Wilson Consulting) is the author of two popular books on content marketing: Master Content Marketing and Master Content Strategy. Pamela is the creator and head coach for The Offer Accelerator, where she helps people build high-value offers that generate $10-20,000 in revenue every month.

Pamela helps people build profitable online businesses the smart way. She believes that the best way to build an online business is to get in touch with your personal strengths, values, and priorities. Then infuse these into the business you create.

Helping online business owners step into their true value is the thing she most passionate about.

http://OfferAccelerator.com

Matthew Davis (Owner/CEO, Davis Business Law) is an attorney and entrepreneur that led his solely owned firm, Davis Business Law, through over 1000% percent growth over six years, making it one of very rare law firms ever to make the Inc 5000 list. The firm currently has seven offices from Dallas to Kansas City.

Matthew Davis holds a bachelor’s degree, summa cum laude and with distinction, from Cornell College. He received his law degree from the University of Oklahoma in 1993.

Davis has extensive litigation and business representation experience. He has served as lead or co-counsel in litigation cases with recoveries in excess of $50,000,000, including numerous jury trials and a substantial victory against the Bank of America. He also regularly represents clients in complex arbitration. He maintains a limited clientele of established clients and takes select cases for new clients. His current focus is on representing new and existing business clients in the firm’s outside general counsel program.

Beate Chelette (The Growth Architect, Chelette Enterprises, Inc.) helps leaders to scale their impact and grow their authority.

Beate bootstrapped her passion for photography into a global business and eventually sold it to Bill Gates in a multimillion-dollar deal.

As a struggling single immigrant parent Beate had to fight long and hard to slay through the BS until she found things that worked. She vowed that once she came out on the other side that she would share the information with anyone willing to listen.

Website: https://beatechelette.com/

Book: Happy Woman Happy World

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Find Your Ideal Client In 15 Minutes

Look into your prospects mind and identify what your best client looks like

in this done-with-you Action Guide from Growth Architect Beate Chelette

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You are done being the best kept secret!

You know where you want to go and grow your authority as an expert in your industry.

https://SuccessBlueprint.biz

Happy Woman Happy World: The Foolproof Fix That Takes You From Overwhelmed To Awesome

Steve Hoffman (Chairman & CEO, Founders Space), also known as Captain Hoff is a global innovation hub for entrepreneurs, corporations, and investors, with over 50 partners in 22 countries.

Steve is also a venture investor, founder of three venture-backed and two bootstrapped startups, and author of several award-winning books. These include “Make Elephants Fly” (Hachette), “Surviving a Startup” (HarperCollins), and “The Five Forces” (BenBella).

In addition, Hoffman served on the Board of Governors of the New Media Council, was the founder and Chairman of the Producers Guild Silicon Valley Chapter, and was a founding member of the Academy of Television’s Interactive Media Group.

Dr. Kayvon K (Profit Finder, Profit Coach) specializes in helping overworked yet ambitious entrepreneurs and business leaders overcome roadblocks to more Productivity and Profits.

He has been creating frameworks for increasing both INCOME and IMPACT since 2006. Aspiring entrepreneurs are capable of building GREAT businesses. More often than not, however, they complicate things beyond what is necessary ... and get in their own way. As a result, most small businesses struggle unnecessarily.

http://profitfindernow.com/

Online course: https://profitfinder.academy/

Jim Padilla (Gain The Edge, Captain Of The Ship) is the founder and CEO of Gain The Edge - a done-for-you provider of industry-leading sales systems and unicorn sales professionals…which he co-heads with his wife and entrepreneurial partner-in-crime, Cyndi Padilla.

Through their unique blend of laser-targeted selling systems, inspirational team-building expertise, and 60+ years of combined sales experience - Jim and his wife have generated over 1/4bn in sales for a long line of high-level, visionary entrepreneurs.

It’s why, over the last near-decade, Jim has become the online education industry’s go-to expert on launching, high-ticket sales, live events and one-to-many scaling.

Jim’s mission is to help purpose-driven thought-leaders untangle themselves from the day-to-day minutiae of seeking leads and sales for their business…so they’re free to amplify their impact - while scaling their business to the moon (and beyond)!

Don Dow (DowEvents International, Inc, Founder & CEO), lives where unique global experiences meet unparalleled client service. He is an industry leader in creating destination packages with an international view, and access, to the world’s most sought after and iconic travel, sports and entertainment lifestyle events.

Don’s passion for the sports and entertainment event business emerged after a highly successful football career at the University of Washington where he played in four consecutive post-season bowl games, and was selected by the Seattle Seahawks in the NFL’s 1983 Draft, eventually landing as a member of the 1985 San Francisco 49ers Super Bowl XIX Championship team. When an injury ended his playing career, the sports and entertainment world opened the doors for his vision to build a legacy business in the world that framed his passion.

He founded DowEvents International in 1996, which quickly established itself as a highly sought after corporate hospitality service at The Masters, in Augusta, Georgia. The Masters paved Don’s passion to provide distinctive and unique access for clients, through global relationships with business leaders, athletes, entertainers, chefs, curators and experiential leaders around the world.

Twenty years later, his firm is known as a distinguished host to sports and entertainment’s pinnacle events, including two decades at the NFL’s Super Bowl, PGA Ryder Cup, numerous summer and winter Olympic Games, World Cup Soccer, US Open, The Ryder Cup, Kentucky Derby, Indy 500, CMA Music Fest, and the Calgary Stampede, while entertaining blue chip clients, their customers and guests, throughout North America, Europe, The United Kingdom, Asia, Mexico and South America.

As we celebrate our 100th episode we re-cap our greatest "aha" moments and learnings that made a significant impact on us as hosts of the Entrepreneurs United Podcast.

We would like to thank all our amazing guests, listeners, and staff for all their contributions in making our podcast so rewarding to record. We look forward to our next 100 conversations. If you have a quest you would like to refer to us please email us at info@entrepreneursunited.us.

Jamal Lewis (Buyer Connected, President) is a former professional American football player who has conquered practically every possible accomplishment on the field. College Football Champion at the University of Tennessee, 1st Round NFL Draft Pick, Super Bowl Champion with the Baltimore Ravens, and record breaking yardage in a single season by an NFL running back (his proudest accomplishment).

Unlike most professional athletes, Jamal began preparing for his post playing career by becoming an entrepreneur in his early twenties. His early ventures taught him a lot of lessons about business and prepared him to continue building his enterprises upon retiring from the game of football.

Today, Jamal is the President of Buyer Connected a firm based in Atlanta, GA that works with Fortune 500 companies on their project and installation needs nationally. There is no doubt that Jamal’s passion for business and his attitude of a champion will lead to him achieving great success in the boardroom!

Blaine Oelkers (Chief Results Officer®️, Selfluence), is America’s ONLY Chief Results Officer® and has always loved to help people get results.

Blaine is a leading authority in personal implementation and consistency. He knows which habits bring success and results and can help you create them instantly and stick with them for a lifetime.

His TEDx Talk has been watched over 190,000 times and teaches 1 simple and elegant results technique that activates your mind with your top goal over 100 times a day. Get access immediately at www.BlaineTEDx.com

Patty Block (The Block Group, Founder) teaches women business owners who are experts in their fields how to turn up their power to price, sell and run their business on their own terms. This means fine-tuning their operations and scaling their revenue for strategic growth.

Patty has approached each step in her career with an entrepreneurial spirit: from successfully operating a business as a lobbyist and political consultant, to serving as the Charitable Foundation Director for First Interstate Bank of Texas, to gaining years of experience as Director of Operations at a leading international school.

Her experience comes full-circle with The Block Group, turning roadblocks into building blocks for women-owned businesses.Patty raised three fantastic kids, all of whom are business owners and also work in Patty’s company (she essentially raised her own workforce!)

Sammie Ellard-King (Up The Gains, Founder) started his company to fill a deep hole that was growing inside of him. Up the Gains - Money Made Simple delivers expert investment ideas, passive income strategies, budgeting tips and personal saving hacks.

If you’d like to change your relationship with money and work towards a financial goal then Up the Gains is built for exactly that purpose!

Bruce Fenton (Chainstone Labs, Founder & CEO) is running for United States Senate representing New Hampshire. His Company, Chainstone Labs, is an investment and advisory company focused on the intersection of securities and Bitcoin.

Bruce is also a Cypherpunk Stockbroker & Managing Director at Watchdog Capital, an SEC registered and FINRA member broker-dealer, the Founder of Atlantic Financial, a registered investment advisory; over 28 years as a licensed financial professional, the Co-host of the Satoshi Roundtable, an annual retreat that gathers developers, CEOs, founders, academics and investors, now in its 8th year.

Bruce has been in Bitcoin full time since 2013. He has served as the Executive Director and board member for the Bitcoin Foundation, founded the original Bitcoin Association industry group and has spoken at numerous industry conferences. He is the founder of the Dubai Bitcoin Conference, a Devcore organizer, and an active investor.

Jeff Cohen (C-Level Roundtable, CEO & Founder) has had great successes but his failures have been so impactful that his committed to the slogan "No Business Stands Alone". From growing a 50 person company in under 3 years to Bankruptcy and divorce, he is on a mission to help Business Owners attain the dream of Entrepreneurial Freedom!

Jeff is a seasoned Executive with over 20 years as CEO and has worked with over 300 CEO’s, Business Owners and Executives. He is a sought-after Coach, Speaker and Mentor. He is unashamed of his many failures as they have provided the rich proving ground to accelerated success.

Freedom is the dream of every entrepreneur. Developing leaders and teams with an ownership mindset is the ticket to achieve it. Jeff Cohen, founder of six businesses, now presents his new book "Count-On-Able" as the new and rapid success framework that guides CEOs to make this happen.

Daniel Hafner (Dapper Mobile Apps, Founder)started out building apps with zero ability to write a single line of code, yet somehow figured out how to build an entire app development business! Dan has worked with high-level coaches, content creators and entrepreneurs to put their idea into a tangible, sleek and scalable app model.

Dan has seen first-hand just how powerful your own app can be as a marketing tool, fulfillment tool and sales/lead-gen tool. There really is an art & science to how this all fits together.

Host of the Mobile Domination podcast gets pitched on app ideas every single day and has learned how to tell the good ones from the bad ones.

Tom Antion (Antion & Associates, Founder) has never had a job. He's an Internet Multimillionaire "guy next door" and founder of the only licensed, dedicated Internet marketing school in the country. He's the subject of a Hollywood Documentary "The American Entrepreneur" premiering fall 2022.

Tom is a veteran of over 3000 speaking engagements in 12 countries and claims to have trained more pro speakers in the art of public speaking and presentation skills than anyone living. His mentor program is the longest-running, most successful, and most unique in the field of Internet and digital marketing.

"Screw the Commute" is an entrepreneurial podcast based on the fact Tom has never had a job he has always worked from home building his income streams.

Jas Takhar (FTGU Media, Co-Owner) is a Toronto native that has been in the sales and service industry for over 27 years. Soon after deciding to try his hand in real estate, he founded REC Canada under Royal LePage, and for over 5 years has successfully kept his team in the top 3 in the country.

With 54 realtors and 11 support staff, Jas' team advises and assists over 625 buyers, sellers and investors, yearly, across the Greater Toronto Area, resulting in a total of over $2.1B in transactions. This year alone Jas’ core sales team has done over $300 million in sales. Jas’ area of expertise is in helping investors build out their real estate portfolios.

Wanting to share his knowledge and experience with the masses, he wrote a book titled, Real Estate Intelligence, which teaches anyone how to buy or sell real estate on their own.

Furthering his pursuit to educate and motivate, he developed a love for content creation, and now not only hosts one of the top business podcasts in North America – The Jas Takhar Podcast – but also founded his own media company, From The Ground Up Media where he helps other real estate agents produce quality content.

His hope is to provide inspiring education through his guides, seminars, and content to aid others in removing the friction from their own life in order to help them get from where they are, to where they want to be.

Jon Ostenson (FranBridge Consulting, CEO) is a consultant, owner/investor, author, and international speaker specializing in the area of non-food franchising. He draws on his experience as both the president of an Inc. 500 franchise system and as a multi-brand franchisee in serving his consulting clients that are looking to explore business ownership opportunities.

Jon serves as CEO of FranBridge Consulting where he helps clients understand all aspects of non-food franchising in the process of introducing them to opportunities from the over 300 high growth brands that he represents. Additionally, Jon oversees FranBridge Capital where he and his partners own 18 territories across 5 property service franchises.

Jon is the author of 'The Franchise Path' and is a frequent contributor and thought leader for publications on the topic of franchising and franchise investments. Prior to FranBridge, Jon was the President of ShelfGenie, a national franchise system with 200 locations.

Jon received a BBA in Finance, magna cum laude, from the University of Georgia's Honors Program in 2002 and returned to Athens 3 years later to earn his MBA. In 2014, the UGA Alumni Association selected Jon as a recipient of its “40 Under 40” recognition.

James Mulhern (Mulhern & Scott, PLLC, Partner) went back to law school later in his life as a way to work in the "family business”. James enjoys working with both of his parents that are partners in the business and providing estate planning services to the local community and beyond.

James is currently working on a new edition of his mother, Sally Mulhern's, book, "Estate Planning to Die For." It's about estate planning, aimed at financial planners and other professionals to help develop a working understanding of the various issues and techniques around estate planning.

John Rossman (Rossman Partners, Managing Partner) is the author of The Amazon Way book series, a former Amazon leader and Managing Partner at Rossman Partners.

Mr. Rossman is an expert leveraging the Amazon leadership principles to help others innovate, compete and win in the digital era. One of the leading innovation speakers, John delivers practical techniques and strategies the audience can apply in their business. John advises leaders on strategy, leadership and digital transformation.

John was an executive at Amazon.com where he played a key role in launching the Amazon marketplace business as the Director of Merchant Integration, and went on to have responsibilities for the enterprise business at Amazon. Mr. Rossman’s blog is www.the-amazon-way.com. He writes a weekly newsletter titled The Digital Leader Newsletter on Substack.

Daniel Alfon (DanielAlfon.com, LinkedIn Specialist & Author) is the author of "Build a LinkedIn Profile for Business Success”. Daniel joined LinkedIn in early 2004 and has published articles, interviews and exclusive content about advanced LinkedIn strategies to clients and subscribers on his website at www.danielalfon.com.

Dustin Riechmann (Simple Success Coaching, Owner) is a business coach who helps ambitious entrepreneurs get unstuck & rapidly increase their profits with confidence. He has a purpose to boldly lead others to be Good Stewards in life and business.

Unlike many coaches, everything Dustin teaches is based on real-world experience growing three successful online businesses. He is best known for his Partnership Marketing System, which he has used to grow FireCreek Snacks into a 7-figure business without paid ads.

Jeff Rendell (Cultivate Advisors, Vice President) is best known for his energy and passion he brings to life every day! His entrepreneur flame was lit in 1996 when he first became a franchisee with College Pro at the age of 18. Years later, he became a Partner and helped lead the Operations Team for CertaPro Painters, the largest painting franchise in North America.

Jeff is currently a Partner at Cultivate Advisors, which allows him to continue his passion of supporting the entrepreneurial community. Cultivate is now supporting over 450 business owners on a monthly basis to help propel their business beyond expectations.

Edgar Blazona (BenchMade Modern, Founder) started his first furniture company at the age of 17, earned his first $400 by selling a self-made table and is now the founder of an 8-figure company. Edgar believes that the combination of passion and executing your products at the highest level is the key to elevating yourself and your business.

Edgar’s love for design and willingness to solve people’s real problems was what allowed him to deliver the impossible and succeed even in a particularly oversaturated industry. As a result, his company (BenchMade Modern) is reaching solid 100% growth rates year over year.

John Dame (Owner and Managing Partner, Dame Leadership) is focused on the role of purpose in the business environment, the new challenge of transitioning to a millennial-based workforce, and growing leadership teams within his client companies.

Currently in the sixth year, the Evolution Leadership Conference series is designed to help leaders move from the old “command and control” leadership style to a more Purposeful leadership style. In 2021 over 500 leaders and executives attended the conference.

Chris Larsen (Founder & Managing Partner, Next-Level Income) helps people achieve financial independence through education and investment opportunities. With financial independence, Chris believes that people are able to live their best lives and make the world a better place.

You can download Chris’ book for free at www.nextlevelincome.com/book

Scott Drake (Founder and Executive Director, JumpCoach) is the Founder and Executive Director at JumpCoach, a social enterprise on a mission to make best-in-class leadership training available to everyone who needs it. Scott’s journey into leadership was long, painful, and he made every mistake in the book. It took him 10 years to thrive as a leader and not feel like an imposter.

When he became a leader of leaders, he saw next-generation leaders making the same mistakes and having the same struggles. Selfishly, he couldn’t spend 10 years watching new leaders wreck his teams while they figured out how to lead, so he began searching for a faster way to teach leadership. That search turned into a five-year research project and the innovations that are now JumpCoach.

Mike Kavanagh (MIKEKAV.COM, CEO), is a best-selling author, speaker, consultant, and coach specializing in human and organizational well-being and performance.

Mike has 17 years of experience as a C-level corporate executive and advisor to Fortune 500 companies. Kavanagh also has two decades of experience coaching individuals and teams in a variety of mental and physical training disciplines at the heart of outer and inner success.

He is the author of several books, including the #1 Amazon Bestseller Coach's Plan: The Personal Productivity System That Changed My Life, the internationally acclaimed bestseller The Successful Manager: A Guide to Building and Leading High-Performing Teams, and What Is Your Calling? The Journey to Find Work You Love.

Jeff Davis (Twelve Mavens, Founder) has built multiple national companies and has been featured in Fortune Magazine, CNN.Money, quoted by Inc Magazine and featured in countless other news stories.

Jeff paid a steep price working 80+ stressful hours per week until he eventually reached his pain threshold. It was a life changing moment that pushed him to figure out a way to escape the day to day weeds of his business and build something better.

He worked at it until he was eventually able to travel around the world for several years, he founded the national community of CEOs and entrepreneurs known as Twelve Mavens and is the founder of the popular annual strategic planning event for CEOs called Plan The Attack.

Merit Kahn (SELLect Sales Development, CEO), is in addition to the CEO of her firm, a Keynote Speaker, and Stand-up Comedian.

Merit believes you should STOP selling and start getting SELLected. Her firm offers interactive virtual programs for entrepreneurs, sales professionals and business leaders.

Erik Dodier (PixelMEDIA, CEO) co-founded his company PixelMEDIA over 28 years ago. The business has evolved from a two-person multimedia company that started in Erik's apartment, to a 400+ person firm after recent investment and combining with two other entrepreneurial, Salesforce-focused businesses, Docmation and GearsCRM. Today, the business focuses on helping organizations launch, manage and grow their eCommerce business on Salesforce.com.

In this episode, we learn about the multiple Pivots that PixelMEDIA was forced to take to not only keep up with ever-changing technology over the past 30 years but also to simplify and focus his business on the area that could bring the most value to clients.

Dr. Toby Travis (Founder, TrustED) is an Executive Consultant with the Global School Consulting Group, an Adjunct Professor for the International Graduate Program of Educators for the State University of New York College at Buffalo, and an experienced teacher and school administrator, currently serving as the Superintendent of the Village Christian Academy in Fayetteville, NC.

TrustED is a framework for business, organization, and school improvement focused on developing trusted leaders.

As a guest speaker, trainer, and consultant, his work has taken him throughout the United States and Europe, South Asia, Central, and South America.

Dr. Travis is the author of the award-winning book “TrustED: The Bridge to School Improvement” - available at Amazon, featured in Forbes, and named “Book of The Month” (November), and nominated for “Book of The Year” (2021) by The Magic Pen. Learn more at www.trustedconsulting.org.

Norman Rice (Chief Operating Officer, Extreme Networks) has an incredible background and strong track record of creating shareholder value from development and execution of profitable Growth strategies organically and inorganically. His expertise in M&A, Operations, Global Sales, Marketing, Product Management and Business Development. Innovative and Strategic Leader lend him to be the ultimate entrepreneurial problem solver.

Alison Ver Halen (Founder, AV Writing Services, LLC) is a content marketer and SEO strategist who has always loved writing and people, so it was only natural for her to major in English and Psychology. It turned out to be the perfect degree for content marketing, although she didn't know what content marketing was at the time. When a friend asked her to write blog posts for his law firm, she jumped at the chance to get paid to write, and has never looked back.

Alison loves telling people's stories in a way that's compelling, speaks to their target audience, and most importantly converts to leads for the business.

Her upcoming book “Content Marketing Made Easy” will be coming out in February and will provide more content for those looking to explore content writing as an opportunity for their business.

John Vuong (Owner, Local SEO Search), has a mission to give back to small businesses. Whether it is to his clients or to his staff. John believes that being able to give back to the community is such an important part of running a business. He also has a passion for helping business owners grow their business and succeed.

John’s business, Local SEO Search, is a boutique SEO agency from Toronto, Canada. He helps small and medium-sized businesses rank on Google and dominate their local market.

Today we talk about why SEO is still the best kept secret for small business owners that are playing the long game and want to continue to be top of mind in their communities.

John St.Pierre (Chairman, Rhombus Group) talks with Rich Hoffmann about the failures and successes he has experienced in building two companies and how he has distilled these learnings into 5 things he would NEVER do again, and 5 things that he would encourage all entrepreneurs to do if they want to ultimately move from CEO to Chairman of their own company.

Pete Mohr (Simplifying Entrepreneurship, Founder) helps entrepreneurs transform their frustrations into freedoms by using a variety of frameworks that help them cut through the chaos and overwhelm of running a business.

Pete’s refined his tips, tools, and techniques within his own businesses and loves sharing them so others can live the life they deserve as business leaders

Pete is passionate about entrepreneurialism and helping business owners and leaders succeed. He believes that small business owners are the backbone of our communities and if we can help them survive and thrive, we'll help the communities that exist around them.

What is ONE lesson that you have learned in the past year? What ONE thing that you can you do to make 2022 this best year possible? and what is ONE thing that entrepreneurs should keep in mind as we enter 2022. These are the 3 components that Rich and John discuss today as we prepare ourselves and our entrepreneurial listeners for this coming year.

It is hard to believe that we are kicking off season 3 of the Entrepreneurs United podcast and we thank you for joining us on this journey. We wish you all a very prosperous, healthy, and successful 2022!

Aimee LaLiberte (Chief Number Cruncher, My Virtual CFO) is a trusted profitability advisor to six and seven-figure business owners who are tired of being behind in their books and are ready to uncover blind spots, course correct, and ultimately get more profitable.

Aimee also is a certified life and money coach and works with business owners who seek greater confidence and unwavering drive to attract and build wealth in their businesses and lives

Aimee believes a relationship with money is available to all. And like any relationship, there is cultivation and nurturing and transparency involved. She seems to provide business owners an opportunity and space to create that relationship so any goal they feel called to create is as good as done.

Andrea Freeman (Andrea Freeman Consulting, Founder & CEO) believes that transforming your life is the access to transforming your business. She helps successful, creative entrepreneurs who are on the verge of burnout to tune-in to their inner wisdom so they can align more fully with their business. That way they can attract clients more easily and scale without overwhelm or overthinking.

Entrepreneur, mindful business coach, and international speaker, Andrea's new book How to H.O.S.T. Your Life™ with Ease, Ownership, and Inspiration, that will be published in 2022.

Tony Martignetti (Inspired Purpose Coaching, Chief Inspiration Officer) is a trusted advisor, entrepreneur, idea generator, and people connector. He brings together practical experience, formal training, and extreme curiosity, to elevate leaders and equip them with the tools to navigate through change and unlock their true potential.

He loves guiding people to find clarity in their lives so they are energized, fully present, and unstoppable. When leaders unlock their potential and lead from a place of inspired purpose, they impact and inspire everyone around them. He has dedicated himself to helping people live inspired lives.

Before becoming the founder and Chief Inspiration Officer of Inspired Purpose Coaching, he was a finance and strategy executive with experience working with some of the world's leading life sciences companies. Along his journey, he also managed small businesses and ran a financial consulting company.

Tony is the host of The Virtual Campfire podcast and the author of "Climbing the Right Mountain: Navigating the Journey to An Inspired Life."

Tracey Bissett (Bissett Financial Fitness, Chief Financial Fitness Trainer) educates and empowers individuals, notably young adults, and entrepreneurs to take control of and live their financial lives with confidence.

Financial literacy aka Financial fitness has the ability to change the trajectory of our lives. Tracey has been fortunate to know this first hand and is on a mission to increase the financial fitness of young adults and entrepreneurs around the globe.

As a former executive at TD Bank, one of Canada's Big 5 Banks, Tracey has worked with and in support of thousands of individuals and entrepreneurs to secure the financing they needed.

Learn more about Tracey’s “Money Meeting Agenda” at cashcoach.biz.

Wylie McGraw (Performance Accelerator, Radical Performance Acceleration) has been behind the scenes doing life-altering work with powerful CEOs, Entrepreneurs, Leaders, and Public Figures, optimizing, and accelerating their performance both personally and professionally.

His work is the proverbial “Navy SEAL Training” equivalent to high-performance and leadership development – pushing even the elite beyond their limits so they not only hit their peak but sustain it.

He’s been named a “secret weapon” by some of the most influential leaders across industries. His work is about giving an elite edge to high achieving individuals, while ending the cycle of unnecessary stress, sacrifice, and suffering that’s unfortunately associated with reaching their levels of accomplishment and success.

Christie Garcia (Leadership Coach, Speaker, Facilitator and Founder of the digital Mindful Choice Leadership Academy) has 17 years of experience in sales, recruiting, and leadership coaching. For the last 10 years she has worked with current and upcoming leaders from fast growing organizations including Airbnb, Twitter, Movement For Life, Oakley, and Sunrun.

One of Christie’s super-powers is helping her clients manage their Ego and build authentic confidence so they can show up 100% in both business and life. Christie’s modern approach is designed to be simple. You just have to choose to be 1% better every day.

The Mindful Choice Leadership Academy - its a 20-week digital course that transforms how current and upcoming leaders show up. It is for both individuals and organizations. You can find more information at mindfulchoiceacademy.com.

You can also access a free trial of the Mindful Motivations daily texts. These are thought-provoking texts that manage the Ego and help individuals be more intentional in real time. https://www.mindfulchoiceacademy.com/14-daytrial

Chris Savage (Wistia, CEO & Co-Founder) loves to empower B2B marketers by giving them the necessary tools and resources to be creative and tell their stories in order to grow their business. Chris finds himself getting loud (in a good way) about what matters most to him—like his love of innovation, pushing past fear, and working to create a truly diverse, equitable, and inclusive company.

Wistia is a leading video platform that gives marketers everything they need to get bigger results from their videos and podcasts.

Joe Evangelisti (Legacy Builder Success Coach, Founder) is the host of The Legacy Blueprint podcast and a high-performance coach with over 5,000 hours of coaching experience under his belt. His mission is to assist real estate investors, entrepreneurs, and business professionals in exercising their true power and finding their hidden potential to achieve more success, wealth, and freedom than they ever thought possible. Joe creates life-changing transformation by providing clients with the tools and strategies needed to create unstoppable momentum and breakthrough obstacles. He’s helped hundreds of business owners to build better teams and cross the 7, 8, and 9 figure mark.

In addition to his private coaching practice, Joe serves as the CEO of three 7 and 8 figure companies, and his real estate portfolio includes single-family, multi-family, self-storage, and cold storage. Prior to building his business and real estate empire, Joe served in the military as a Builder in the US Navy Seabees. He holds Letters of Commendation from the US Navy and The White House, a Letter of Appreciation from President Clinton, and numerous service medals.

Rich Hoffmann (CertaPro Painters, Sr. Vice President of Leadership & Development) believes that if you are not meeting to drive a change of behavior after the meeting, you should not be meeting at all!

To host meetings with a purpose, you should follow a very simple 5 step process and start getting rid of all meetings that do not accomplish the very specific outcome desired by having the meeting in the first place.

Alex Brueckmann (Brueckmann Executive Consulting, Managing Partner) is a strategy entrepreneur, author, and speaker. He built and scaled companies in Europe and Canada, and led client projects across the world. His passion lies in helping clients build profitable businesses rooted in purpose and impact.

In his new book, Alex presents a framework called "The Nine Elements of Organizational Identity" to help you build better businesses. He’s hosting a global strategy summit in February 2022 and is in the process of launching a strategy masterclass in the near future!

Do you have the strategic acumen to lead your business?

Joshua Kell (Horizon AVL & Esports Integration, CEO), and his companies design large venue and arena systems, video broadcast studios, and projection / LED wall video displays with precision and expertise.

Joshua’s vast experiences span 15 years in the industry and have helped his company become a national leader in the integration of world-class esports facilities at major universities across the United States.

Crista Grasso (Lean Out Method, Founder/CVO), is the go-to strategic planning expert for online entrepreneurs when they want to scale. Known as the "Business Optimizer", Crista has the ability to quickly cut through the noise and provide clarity on the core things that will make the biggest impact to scale a business simply and sustainably. She is the creator of the Lean Out Method, 90 Day Lean Out Planner, and host of the Lean Out Your Business Podcast.

Crista is on a mission to help entrepreneurs simplify success, get off the hustle hamster wheel, and lead a sustainable and wildly profitable business that doesn't require them to work 24x7.

Danielle Francisco (Dan Media Group, Founder/CEO), is helping entrepreneurs position themselves as thought leaders in their field by scaling their message through Digital PR.

Danielle spent over 10 years in the B2B Events and Publishing Industry working with Fortune 500 brands and small business owners in the Middle East before launching his company. Today, Danielle helps business owners and entrepreneurs who want to be positioned as thought leaders in their field, get media attention, generate leads, and build a brand for themselves and their business.

Danielle is also the host of the "The Drive to Succeed” podcast where he focuses on value-based conversations, stories that inspire and impact business/human growth.

Alex Oliveira (Prediq, CEO) is a transformative leader of multiple successful companies, Brazilian-born and South Florida-raised he has helped companies advance their brands by building and executing interactive marketing campaigns for over 10 years.

With a heavy emphasis on Lead Generation, Alex has created a name for himself as a well-respected digital marketer and entrepreneur. From Small to Mid-sized companies to non-profits and Fortune 500 brands like Ford & Autonation, Alex enjoys a diverse portfolio of clientele.

Alex is also the host of the DadPreneur Podcast!

Kevin Cassidy (Cassidy Paving, President & Founder) began his entrepreneurial path when he was 15 years and was cutting lawns throughout his neighborhood. From there, Kevin built a landscape company with over 20 employees and successfully sold it in 2007.

He then discovered a huge opportunity in the asphalt and paving industry and quickly encountered the struggles and challenges of trying to build a business in the middle of the 2008 great recession.

Kevin learned many lessons over the last 15 years and has successfully built a $10M paving company with over 50 employees that are primed for more growth in the years to come.

Kevin has engaged an executive coach and has developed a clear motto for his success…."hustle is real, failure is learning, and focusing on your goals is above all the best way to plow forward."

Jeff Chastain (Admentus, Business Transformation Coach) is a serial entrepreneur and has “been there” and “done that” when it comes to both successful and less than successful ventures.

Jeff coaches entrepreneurs in building and structuring their businesses more like a franchise by creating scalable systems so that the entrepreneur themselves are not just creating a JOB for themselves that leaves them running on an everlasting hamster wheel, tried, burned out, and frustrated.

Jeff believes that as an entrepreneur you will never get the life you want and reach the goals you want without systematizing your business.

Rich and I cover a lot of great topics with Jeff, including how a business needs to build its strong foundation based on 4 very important pillars.

Krystal Hicks (Founder / Career Strategist, JOBTALK, LLC) started her company after 10+ years in the employment sector as she saw there was a huge need for affordable, accessible, and inclusive career counseling among job seekers.

At the same time, Krystal watched employers struggle to attract, recruit, and retain the talent they wanted and needed and her firm started to become a liaison between candidates and organizations.

Today, JOBTALK is a career counseling practice that provides one-on-one job hunting support to individuals in transition, as well as employer branding and RPO consulting to companies.

Krystal also teaches her course, “College to Career: How to stand out in today’s job market” to undergraduate business students.

Aleta Norris (Co-Founder, Living As A Leader®) is an expert leadership coach and trainer with 30 years of experience developing leaders. She is committed to helping leaders learn what great leadership looks like. This competence and confidence changes the employee experience. As a result of effective leadership, employees have a better experience at work and a better life all around.

Aleta is also a two-time author of “Women Who Spark” and “Women Who Spark After 50”. She regularly speaks for annual meetings, keynote engagements, panel discussions, and networking groups.

You can access some free resources at: www.livingasaleaderonline.com

Diane Pleuss (Franchise Business Consultant and Career Transition Specialist, FranChoice) has been focused on helping others find their perfect franchise fit since 2004.

If you have ever wanted to start your own business and ever thought about owning a franchise, Diane is the matchmaker you have been looking for.

Starting a business can be daunting and the initial start-up years of building your own business can be very risky and hard while owning a franchise can help you accelerate your earning potential by providing you with proven business systems right out of the gate.

Enjoy the conversation!

Shawn Shepheard (Business Growth Coach & Keynote Speaker, The Leadership Advantage) is an executive coach, business strategist and keynote speaker. Shawn helps great leaders become exceptional, on their terms. Shawn has a long track record of being the secret weapon for executives and business owners. He has worked with entrepreneurs across North America, and for global companies including LinkedIn, Verizon, Johnson & Johnson, Javelin, Allstate, Kaloutas, Tim Hortons, Kraft Foods, Cassidy Paving, and the YMCA. Many of his clients think of him as their private Sherpa—in their corner and helping them reach new heights.

His unique ability is using his raw honesty combined with his sense of humor and adventure to help people reignite the dream vision they’ve always wanted, and provide clarity that gets them excited and moves them into immediate positive action where they’ll become even bigger stars than they already are.

Javier Lozano, Jr. (Anchor Wave, CMO), is both an experienced entrepreneur and a senior-level strategist. Javier is the host of the "Trust Tipping Point" Marketing Podcast where he shares a ton of marketing strategies for businesses looking to improve their marketing efforts.

As an entrepreneur, he opened his first business in 2008, during the great recession, and built it up over a decade before selling the business. As a senior-level business strategist, he entered an unfamiliar industry but armed with marketing strategies and sales systems that he had learned as an entrepreneur brought in new business and opportunities from Fortune 100 companies and some of the biggest brands in the world.

Now, he is on a mission to stop businesses from spending and losing millions of dollars on poor marketing strategies and broken sales processes.

His company Anchor Wave gives out customized Digital Marketing Playbooks that lay out the foundation and "next steps" your business should take when setting up a marketing strategy.

Our listeners can schedule a free playbook session by going to: www.anchorwave.com/playbook

Gordon Blocker (Principal Consultant, The Table Group, a Pat Lencioni Company) works regularly with CEOs and executive teams in quickly and effectively applying the concepts captured in all of Pat Lencioni's books. He helps leadership teams transform their organization by creating organizational clarity, over-communicating that clarity, and reinforcing key messages through human systems.

In addition to his work with consulting clients, Gordon has extensive first-hand experience building high-performing teams by implementing the models in his own teams for nearly a decade.

His relational, dynamic leadership style helps clients break through dysfunctional barriers and gain strategic insights and clarity. He loves implementing practical processes and tools teams can use to accelerate their success and ultimately lead to genuine organizational growth.

Erin Diehl (Founder and Chief Edutainment Officer, improve it! LLC) develops teams and leaders through play, improv, and experiential learning. Erin is a Business Improv Edutainer, Failfluencer and Professional Zoom-bie.

Empirical evidence has shown that improvisational training can enhance professional development, team building, effective communication, networking, presentation skills, leadership capabilities, the act of thinking quickly on your feet, and everything in between.

Improve it!, has helped everyone, from Fortune 500 companies to small mom and pop shops, transform their business, their leadership, and their people - through play.

Erin has the privilege of speaking on stages nationwide for all types of events and associations and shares her learnings with us here on this podcast.

Joel Bennett (Owner, Veel Hoeden Consulting) has 20+ years of human resources experience and builds improved organizational capacity by providing customized consulting, training, and coaching services to growth-focused businesses. His expertise in leadership development, performance management, and change management in blue-collar environments allows him to assist leaders in tackling challenging personnel and organizational issues.

Joel’s firm, Veel Hoeden Consulting, develops leaders who transform their teams and exceed expectations. To do that, they use a proven methodology to bridge the gap between education and application that helps companies measure the impact of their efforts. Its flagship program, Frontline Leadership, has been utilized by a variety of businesses in the manufacturing, construction, and field service industry.

Mike Zani (The Predictive Index, CEO), runs The Predictive Index, a talent optimization platform that uses over 60 years of proven science and software to help businesses design high-performing teams and cultures, make objective hiring decisions and inspire greatness in people.

Mike is also the co-founder and partner at Phoenix Strategy Investments, a private investment fund. An avid sailor, he was the coach of the 1996 US Olympic Team.

Mike's newly released first book “The Science of Dream Teams” provides entrepreneurs and leaders with actionable advice on how to win starting with your talent and human resources strategy.

Lot’s of aha moments in this episode, let’s jump right in!

Building a world-class sales team should be a major priority for entrepreneurs wanting to grow their businesses. In this episode, our co-hosts, Rich Hoffmann and John St.Pierre share their learnings from both success and failures of building sales teams.

The 5 keys to building a world-class sales team will walk entrepreneurs through finding and recruiting top sales talent, how to properly train them for success, helping them become top producers, and ultimately how to retain the best performers.

Johnathan Grzybowski (Co-founder/CMO, Penji), and his team ultimately found the solution to a larger problem with Penji. Today Penji provides companies with unlimited and on-demand access to dependable and vetted digital designers that will deliver your graphic design project in under 48 hours.

In today's conversation, Jonathan shares a very transparent view of the life of an entrepreneur. He shares some very genuine thoughts about the trials and tribulations of finding your niche and growing a global team at a rapid pace.

We hope you enjoy the conversation!

Bill Pienias (President, FinFit Life), has been a leader in the insurance and investment industry for over 25 years and has built and led companies in the US and Europe, most notably being the President of AEGON’s largest Broker-Dealer.

Rich and I first met Bill in our first couple of years out of college and spent a lot of time learning under his leadership

In our conversation about business, entrepreneurship, leadership, and life- Bill provides some incredible wisdom of his learnings and some new insights about his company. FinFit Life helps individuals achieve strong health, wealth, and the lifestyle to enjoy them!

Jeffrey Unger (Founder and CEO, G2 Capital), is a very accomplished CEO, Director, and Sr Executive with experience in building scalable organizations across several sectors including. Jeffrey also has Significant experience working with Private Equity, Venture Capital, and Debt/Credit financing.

In today's conversation, we talk about why and how businesses get themselves into trouble, what they must do to get “unstuck”, most importantly what the characteristics are of healthy companies.

The majority of entrepreneurs of small to medium-sized businesses are unable to answer one very important question:

“What is your 3-year capital strategy?”

We hope after this episode you consider this question more seriously and make sure you have the right answer for the sake of your business's future.

Meridith Elliot Powell (Business Motivational Speaker, Award-Winning Author, Business Strategist), is a Sales strategist, leadership expert, Certified Speaking Professional, and award-winning author. Meridith wants today’s businesses to stop viewing uncertainty as something that prevents them from being successful. This is why her virtual programs, leadership coaching, online courses, and keynote presentations leverage her 9 step formula for making uncertainty your company’s strategic advantage™.

Everything about today’s marketplace is different – your customers, competition, technology, and employees. In a world that has changed so drastically, doesn’t it make sense that you need a new approach to how you sell, how you lead, how you grow your organization?

So you can stop letting unpredictability be an obstacle to your success, and start embracing today’s uncertainty to drive your organization’s growth and achieve phenomenal results.

Jill Diamond (by Jill Diamond, Owner), is a seasoned communication coach with a specialization in working with international professionals.

With more than 20 years of experience, a background in the performance arts, and a keen interest in people, Jill helps professionals Write it, Show it, and Voice it with precision, passion, and impact. Whether it is a board presentation, a weekly meeting, or a dialogue between two individuals,

Jill is a skilled advisor on creating and conveying meaningful messages. Jill is also widely known as an Accent Training Expert helping international professionals increase their English Communication Confidence to better compete in the English-speaking marketplace.

Cameron Herold (Founder, COO Alliance), has become known around the world as The CEO Whisperer. He is helping hundreds of CEOs from 17 countries grow their businesses by growing their 2nds in Command.

Today we sit down with Cameron as he shares his 25 years of mind-shifting experience as a Business Growth Guru, having helped build TWO $100 Million Dollar companies by the time he was 42.

Companies are purchasing Cameron's books in bulk for employees to learn from. You may have heard of a few of them; Vivid Vision, Meetings Suck, Free PR, Double Double, and The Miracle Morning.

What he did at one company was so impressive; it became a case study at the Harvard Business School.

Enjoy the episode.

Cory Carlson (CEO, Connector Consulting) is an entrepreneur, former executive, husband, and father of three, Cory Carlson understands the pressures working parents face every day. He is passionate about helping business leaders win at home and work.

Twenty years working in corporate America gave Cory amazing opportunities - But he also saw brokenness: work without purpose, burnout, lack of focus, strained marriages, and absentee parents. He witnesses business leaders not living life to the fullest and sought out a better way.

In this episode, Cory shares with us what he learned to become a better leader, husband, and father. He left his corporate career to help other leaders achieve a healthier work-life balance.

His first book released in June 2019 titled, Win at Home First, and is an inspirational guide for work-life balance and is listed in FORBES as ‘7 Books Everyone On Your Team Should Read’.

Rich and I subscribe to Cory’s core belief that we cannot win at life, or at work unless we Win at home First and love Cory’s clear messages, we hope you enjoy the episode as well!

Jon and Ben Chastney are twin brothers who combined their passion for film production and sports to co-found their national media company, First Scout Productions.

Running a business with family members can be both rewarding and challenging. Jon & Ben share with us the secrets of building their successful, values-based business while working with a family member and the lessons they have learned in such a short time on how to successfully build their entrepreneurial venture.

Jon and Ben are two of the most genuine people and entrepreneurs I have ever had the chance to work with and I am very excited to share their story and learnings with you on this episode this week.

Tim Fitzpatrick (President, Rialto Marketing) is an entrepreneur/business owner with expertise in marketing and business growth. He has 20+ years of entrepreneurial experience with a passion for developing and growing businesses. That passion served him well in operating and managing a wholesale distribution company he co-owned for nine years. The company grew an average of 60% a year before being acquired in 2005. Since then, he’s had failures and successes that have been valuable learning experiences. He started Rialto Marketing in 2013 and has been helping service businesses simplify marketing so they can grow with less stress. Most people overcomplicate marketing. Tim doesn’t think it has to be that way.

Mike Hopkins (COO, Paul Davis Restoration), is a very talented and caring leader for one of the largest residential and commercial restoration contracting businesses in America. Mike has always been an entrepreneur and was an owner of several franchise businesses, which he successfully built and sold. Mike is a man of faith, having spent time planting churches, and has used this faith to develop his leadership style to lead with love because it makes good business sense!

Mike talks to us about being gentle on people, and though on results. Take note of the messaging Mike shares with us about being connected, healthy, humble, invested, and present.

Kyle York (CEO/Co-Founder, York IE) leads a vertically integrated strategic growth and investment firm helping reshape the way companies are built, scaled, and monetized. Kyle works closely with entrepreneurs, operators, and investors to help them realize their shared ambition to build good companies, create new jobs, grow generational wealth, and impact the world around them.

Prior to joining York IE, Kyle was an executive with Dyn since 2008, primarily as Chief Revenue Officer. During his years there he spearheaded corporate strategy, growth, and go-to-market, scaling to $100M annual recurring revenue, 5000 enterprise customers, one million paid users, $100M fundraised, 500 global employees, and 11 executed M&A transactions, which led to its strategic acquisition by Oracle in 2016.

Advising and investing in over 100 startups over the past decade and shares his biggest learnings with us here today.

Employees vs. Intrapreneurs - Companies of the future must learn how to empower their teams in entrepreneurial ways so that their level of commitment and ownership for the goals of the organization provides them the drive to scale and build the business.

Control strategy builds obedient but not committed workforce.
Commitment strategy builds loyal and committed long term partners in building the enterprise

In this episode, Rich and John discuss the major differences between Control and Commitment run organizations and help entrepreneurs think of ways they can create a more committed organization.

Dennis Markway (Founder/President, Iron Horse Wealth Management, LLC) is a fee-only Certified Financial Planner and Adjunct Professor of Personal Finance at Drake University who is responsible for teaching the Ethics class that all Certified Financial Planners must take in the state of Iowa. Dennis's experience in Financial Services with Fortune 500 Companies both domestically and internationally has armed him with the ability to make a difference in the lives of families and business owners.

In this episode, we discuss the learnings and tools he developed and hear about the advice that he would provide entrepreneurs after also having run 4 businesses himself.

Ryan Walter (Owner/President, Heads Up Communications), is a former National Hockey League player that played many seasons with the Montreal Canadiens. Ryan was one of the youngest team captains in NHL history back in 1979 with the Washington Capitals when he was only 21 years old, he won a Stanley Cup in 1986 with the Canadiens, became the VP of NHL Players Association, a Colour Analyst, an actor in the film “Miracle”, and has become an inspiring speaker, author and leadership expert.

Ryan helps executives and their teams to lead effectively, work as a team and achieve their performance goals through specialized training that melds science and lessons learned from 17 years in the NHL. His "THINKING TENDENCIES" Model is on the cutting edge of helping Corporate Cultures increase their performance.

Monte Wyatt (CEO, AddingZEROS) is a best-selling author and an organizational & executive development facilitator.

AddingZEROS is a company that works with executives to achieve exponential growth, helping them grow in multiples rather than small percentage increases. AddingZEROS provides organizations with the tools and the guidance to add zeros in every aspect of the business – revenue, margin, profit, customer acquisition, customer retention, employee engagement, employee retention, and community involvement.

Monte’s book "Pulling Profits Out of Hat" reached best-seller status in May of 2019 and his 5 Disciplines of Exponential Growth and 5 Constituents that every business must satisfy is a key message for growing every organization.

Curtis Zimmerman (Founder, Curtis Zimmerman Group) is a keynote speaker, best-selling author, and podcast host. Curtis's first career for over 25 years was as a mime (think Marcel Marceau) and for the last 20 years, Curtis has been sharing his message with over 1 million people at Fortune 500 corporations, universities, and organizations.

He has spoken at over 1,000 campuses and has worked with the world's largest brands; Proctor and Gamble, Coca Cola, Walt Disney World, Kroger, Bacardi, Universal Studios Orlando, McDonald’s, and the U.S. Air Forces. Curtis is also the host of the podcast, "The Next 24 Hours"

focused on helping listeners change their lives one day at a time!

Julian Hayes II (Founder, The Art of Fitness & Life), is an author, a human performance advisor, an epigenetic coach, and the host of Optimal Health for Busy Entrepreneurs.

His initial journey began in the pursuit of becoming a doctor. However, he left after one year to pursue an even bigger dream. Now, he's the founder of The Art of Fitness & Life, where the mission is to help entrepreneurs and executives become superhuman in life and business without the guesswork.

Julian has also written nearly 200 columns at Inc, along with frequently being published over at Entrepreneur, SUCCESS, Chief Executive, Business Insider, Bodybuilding.com, and many more of the world's largest publications.

Today Julian talks to us about how we, as Entrepreneurs, can become superhuman in our lives and our businesses!

Let’s jump right in!

Eric Hoffberg (Founder, Coach it Forward), is a former hockey coach turned business and life coach. Eric spent 16 years coaching college and professional hockey with his longest tenure as the head coach of Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) in Rochester, NY. For many years now Eric has also worked in the NHL (National Hockey League) as a resource for culture building and mental toughness training.

As a Mental Toughness Trainer for athletes that are committed to being the best version of themselves when it matters most, particularly when they feel under pressure. Something all us entrepreneurs need these days as well. Eric has also brought his experience and passion to his role as a Corporate Coach for leaders and executives that are committed to building High-Performance Team Cultures.

Eric is the author of two great books for training attitude and mindset, THINK STRONG for Athletes and THINK STRONG Reminders.

Shane Ram (CEO and Founder of Go For 10), is a Life and Leadership Coach, Author & Educator. Shane works with CEOs, Senior Executives, corporations, 6-7 Figure business owners, and entrepreneurs to increase revenue, become better leaders, and live more fulfilling lives. He is the author of Future Ready Leadership, a book that provides the 8 Must-Have Strategies for Leaders to Thrive in an uncertain and volatile future.

From Shane’s years of experience training and coaching senior leaders and entrepreneurs, he found that most people are playing at a level way below their potential and are settling for less than they deserve, Shane created Don’t Settle for 7, Go for 10! The program provides a much-needed blueprint for leaders and entrepreneurs to increase their wealth, and build global businesses, create confidence and reach their highest potential emotionally and financially.

We hope you enjoy the conversation as much as we did!

Rande Somma is the author of the business book “Leadershit” - yes you read that right, replace the "P" in leadership with a "T" - "Leadershit".

In the book, Rande talks about the incredibly broken systems we have in corporate America where CEO’s, boards, and private equity groups are motivated to do bad things and create short term results that have incredible impacts on the people and integrity of the organization.

Rande was an intrapreneur within Johnson Controls where he rose the ranks of what was an $800M manufacturing company when he began, to 15 years later where he was the President of the company that had grown to $20B in global revenues, in 26 countries, and with 75,000 people.

What he witnessed as he rose the ranks and has sat on many boards since has really disturbed him and he wrote the book "Leadershit" to articulate how our systems are badly broken and provide the wrong incentives.

This is certainly an opening conversation where we truly come to understand that all we can control is what we do ourselves, AND certainly that we need to be careful with the types of people we associate ourselves with.

Brandon Williams (Founder, Afterburner) is a 17 year Veteran of the United States Airforce where he was an F15E Fighter Pilot. Brandon is now an established Keynote Speaker and Executive Consultant bringing all the concepts he learned in his years of service in the military to businesses and their executives.

In today's episode, we explore the program he has developed called "Human Factors Leadership" and explore topics such as:

How to mitigate human error,
What is a Commander's intent,
Decentralized execution,
The power of Debriefs,
Developing informal leaders, and
Who should be creating tactical plans?

Hope you enjoy the episode!

Michael Allosso (Speaker, Actor, Director), is a master communications expert who coaches CEO’s and entrepreneurs on their day to day leadership skills. Michael is a top-rated Vistage International speaker traveling the world bringing his “You on your best day” program to organizations and businesses. Michael is a former drama teacher and former artistic director with numerous theaters in the Boston area. As an actor, Michael Allosso, appeared in the feature film “Pink Panther Two” alongside Steve Martin, and also appeared in many commercials and corporate films.

In this episode, we talk about how leaders can be their best authentic selves by being intentional about their micro-messaging and how structure frees your creativity.

Andre Young (Founder, Evolving Now, LLC), is a speaker and onsite/virtual corporate trainer focused on positivity, personal growth, and relationship growth; allowing men and women, students, employees, and YOU to EVOLVE in all roles and aspects of life and live the life of your dreams!

Work/Life Harmony is more important now than it's ever been and in this episode, Andre shares with us the "The Leader's 7! ". We learn about the 7 Languages your people need, want, and benefit most from hearing and how you as a leader should understand these languages to excel in your “casual conversations” as well as those “tough conversations” most leaders struggle with!

Manny Padda (Founder, New Avenue Capital), is a Canadian based entrepreneur and investor. New Avenue Capital, a private family office that is constantly evaluating business ventures and opportunities globally. Manny is a world-class networker who built a very large and successful executive search company before becoming an investor in people himself.

In this episode, Rich and I talk to Manny about the entrepreneurial journey specifically from an investor standpoint.

How can entrepreneurs attract investors,
how entrepreneurs should be master networkers,
how to think laterally,
transactional vs real relationships,
ways entrepreneurs should evaluate possible exit strategies,
and so much more!

Vinnie Fisher (Founder/CEO, Fully Accountable), is on a mission to help over 10,000 companies double their profit margins. Vinnie is by trade and experience a tax attorney and is now the CEO and founder of Fully Accountable, a full-service accounting firm that specializes in providing fractional CFO's to medium-sized businesses.

Having an analytical CFO, for a fraction of what it would cost you to hire one yourself, can really help CEO’s find their leaky wasteful buckets and find financial opportunities that we all have hidden in our business, we just never have enough time to tackle them.

There are great actionable tips shared with us in this episode that can help you double your companies profits so we encourage you to take some of these ideas into your business today.

Mike “C-Roc” Ciorrocco (CEO of People Building, Inc.) is the powerhouse behind the “What Are You Made Of?” movement. C-Roc is a performance coach, author, dynamic public speaker, visionary, and thought leader. He has been featured by Yahoo! Finance as one of the Top Business Leaders to Follow in 2020 and is on a mission to build people. He is driven to Inspire others and he measures his success on how he is able to help others achieve greatness. C-Roc had a fire lit in him at an early age. That fire has ignited him with a fierce desire to compel people to see the greatness inside themselves using past life events to fuel their fire, inciting him to write his debut book, ROCKET FUEL, which is slated for release in February 2021.

In this episode, Rich and John learn more about how C-Roc is taken his setbacks and turned them into ROCKET FUEL by being Perversely Unyielding about his 10x goals!

2020 is almost over! There is no better time to reflect on the past and plan for our future. Our co-hosts, John and Rich, met 25 years ago in their first job out of college. Both were sponges for information and looking for direction on how they could accomplish their wildest goals and dreams in life. They took every opportunity to read recommended books, attend inspirational seminars, and as you will hear in this episode... even purchase Tony Robins Personal Power cassette tapes… yes cassette tapes (remember those)...

For the last episode of this "beyond ordinary” 2020 year, John and Rich dive deep into the extreme necessity of having a clear and specific life plan. They talk about how they have each managed these plans over the past 25 years and the different methodologies they are using today to ensure that they are ready to kick some ass in 2021 and beyond! Happy New Year everybody - let’s make 2021 a great year!!

Dr. Julie Bell (Founder: Mind of a Champion), has a unique and powerful blend of coaching professional athletes and business professionals to perform at their best when it matters most. With a Ph.D. in sports psychology, Dr. Julie Bell transfers core principles of sport psychology to the corporate playing field for immediate application with sustainable results.

In this episode, we discuss her company "The Mind of a Champion", her book "Performance Intelligence at work", and the amazing similarities between sports and business professionals.

This week we sit down with a New York Times bestselling author of 16 books and the Founder of Pain-2-Power, Dr. Keith Ablow.

Rich and I were glued to the conversation as we talked about the ability that all humans have to tap into the innate strengths to overcome any situation or obstacle.

Dr. Keith Ablow has worked with hundreds of clients around the world and developed a system that identifies negative thought patterns and limiting beliefs that are subconsciously preventing people from achieving their true goals.

Stay tuned after our conversation with Dr. Ablow as Rich and I breakdown our extensive thoughts and notes from the deep conversation.

Greg Moore (Founder, Sevwins) has been a college baseball coach for over 18 years and recently founded Sevwins, a mobile app technology focused on providing athletes with a growth mindset framework to help them in achieving peak performance by being intentional about their daily habits.

In this episode, we talk about the next generation of leaders; how they learn, think, and should be mentored by coaches, leaders, entrepreneurs, and parents to achieve their full potential.

Jared Antista (CEO/Founder, IOI Ventures) has been deeply embedded in the Digital Marketing industry for over 20 years with a specific focus on converting marketing dollars into a measurable return on investment & results. IOI ("Integrity Over Income") Ventures was founded with a specific purpose to work with small-medium sized businesses and provided them with a world-class team of experts to complement their existing sales and marketing infrastructure.

In this episode, Jared provides entrepreneurs with actionable tips on what they need to start doing to make sure they are not wasting money $$$$$$ on the ever-changing and incredibly dynamic landscape of digital marketing.

Dave Dupont (CEO/Founder, Team Snap) left corporate America to embark on his passion to solve a simple problem. "How can sports organizations provide tools to coaches, parents, and athletes to streamline constant communications?" Team Snap has since been an innovator in how sports organizations use mobile technology to manage their business and communications.

In this episode, we talk about how Dave built a Team Snap community of over 1,000,000 teams, and 24,000,000 users, in over 130 countries with a strong cultured fully remote global staff.

Alessio Artuffo (Chief Revenue Officer, Docebo) moved to the USA from Italy at the age of 20 and has been on the cutting edge of digital learning systems for his entire 20-year career. Over the last 9 years, he has contributed to Docebo’s growth from a relatively small company to being publicly traded and named the Best LMS Software company by Digital.com. In this episode, he describes everything from the importance of organizational culture, staying in your lane, and how he personally invests in himself as a leader/entrepreneur.

Jeff Wall (President/CEO, Handyman Connection), spent the first 23 years of his career as an executive leader within First Service Brands working with thousands of entrepreneurs running franchise businesses. In 2010, Jeff purchased Handyman Connection (HandymanConnection.com), a national home improvement franchise company.

In addition to having a tremendous amount of experience with entrepreneurs, Jeff was also John and Rich's first boss. As we all know, the impact your first boss has is long-lasting. In this episode, we revisit many of those deep learnings that help mold our business skills.

Ruth Lund (President, LEGACY Center), has been impacting lives and developing leaders by working closely with Executive teams on values-based cultural alignment within their organizations. Ruth is also a certified practitioner with the Barrett Values Centre, Giving Voice to Values (GVV), and ATD’s Internal Coaching Program.

In this episode, we talk about the differences between Entrepreneurs that intentionally invest in the cultures of their companies and those that don't, and the amazing things that a leader can accomplish with their teams when they display a strong level of humility and integrity.

Jim Ryerson (Founder and CAO at Sales Octane, Inc.): If you want to accelerate your sales team's performance (don't we all?) you should listen to this episode right away. Jim is the best selling author of 4 books and well sought after sales trainer/keynote speaker.

In this episode, Jim shares his personal entrepreneurial journey with us along with a deep discussion on how companies can accelerate their sales performance. We discuss how mobile technology is being used to train sales reps along with many other tips and tricks that entrepreneurs should focus on if they want their sales teams to perform at high levels.

Jeff Levitan (Exec. Chairman, World Financial Group): John and Rich worked alongside Jeff Levitan over 20 years ago when they were a few years removed from college. The mentorship and impression that Jeff left on John and Rich molded many of their business and life philosophies.

Jeff is an Executive Chairman with the World Financial Group (a Transamerica Company) where he oversees 700 locations, and 13,000 registered agents across North America. In addition to his business and being an author of 3 books, Jeff found a deeper purpose in life and started a charitable organization (AllForOne.org) that has provided resources to underprivileged children in over 19 countries to date.

In this episode, we talk to Jeff about entrepreneurial leadership traits (Character, Fortitude, Vision, and Priorities) and what it takes to build a massive organization and live a life of fulfillment!

Dean Lindal (Co-Founder, International Deal Gateway - https://www.linkedin.com/company/dealgateway/) is the co-founder of the International Deal Gateway, a global peer network connecting entrepreneurs and investors. In addition to being an Ironman finisher, a husband, a father to 5 kids, and an advisor to the Thomas Edison Foundation, Dean was the founding manager of the Entrepreneurs Organization, better known across the globe as the "EO". There he opened 90 chapters around the globe and had the unique opportunity to learn first hand the attributes of very successful entrepreneurs from different cultures.

In this episode, we talk about his most impactful entrepreneurial learnings, how we must have a process around innovation, and much more.

Ryan Gottfredson (Author, "Success Mindsets") is a Ph.D. Professor at the College of Business and Economics at California State - Fullerton, a speaker, trainer, consultant, and researcher on the cutting edge of Leadership Development. During this episode, we talk with Ryan about the concepts behind his Wall Street Journal and USA Today Best Selling Book "Success Mindsets", the key to unlocking success in your life, work, and leadership. Ryan also shares with us his own personal mindset shifts that lead him to the adventurous life of being an entrepreneur himself.

Steve Hearon (President, BrandPoint Services) has 30 years of entrepreneurial experience and shares with us some of his key learnings and systems he has put in place to maximize the performance of himself and his business.

Murphy Vandervelde (CEO, Helix eSports), along with his kids, has created Helix Esports, and together they have built 3 esports centers in NJ, NY, and most recently at Patriot Place/Gillette Stadium in Boston. The esports industry is coming to your community and it is coming hot. As a parent, I have been frustrated as I watch my own kids game for hours on end, but as the saying goes, if you cannot beat them, join them! That is exactly what our guest Murphy Vandervelde did.

Where this industry is going and how it is leading the gamification of higher education is fascinating. This conversation will certainly give you a lot to think about as a parent or entrepreneur!

Callum Laing (CEO, MBH Corporation) is also a 3-time author, speaker, and small business advocate. Callum Laing is also the CEO of MBH Corporation, a publicly listed company consisting of several small businesses that have come together to form a larger agglomeration of companies. We sit down and talk about the reset button that has been pressed for entrepreneurs globally and why they must develop progressive partnerships.

Mike Stone (CEO, CertaPro Painters) has a fascinating story of going from a sales representative to the CEO of the largest painting company in North America with over 350 franchisees. His story of growth as an Intrapreneur within the CertaPro organization is fascinating and the keys to his success are extremely valuable to all Entrepreneurs or people looking to grow to the top of their organization. We hope you enjoy the conversation.