Management Blueprint | Steve Preda
By: Steve Preda
Language: en-US
Categories: Business, Entrepreneurship, Management
Interviews with CEOs and Entrepreneurs about the frameworks they are using to build and scale their businesses.
Episodes
308: 4 Secrets to Growing Leaders with Adam Joseph
Oct 27, 2025Adam Joseph, entrepreneur, 5-time PE-funded CEO, two-time Fortune 100 executive, and Summit OS Guide™, shares how developing people through ownership, mentorship, and trust drives leadership growth and organizational success.
We explore Adam’s journey from first-time founder to leading multiple private equity–backed companies, and how his Leadership Growth Framework—Identify Talent, Launch Careers, Mentor, and Allow Them Room to Fail—has helped him build empowered, high-performing teams. Adam explains why potential matters more than experience, why CEOs must coach forward instead of managing backward, and how giving people space to fail builds resilience and confidence.
He also di...
Duration: 00:26:30307: Squash Limiting Beliefs in 4 Steps with Tinsley Galyean
Oct 20, 2025https://youtu.be/7Gq4_nY3n_Q
Tinsley Galyean, CEO of Curious Learning, is on a mission to eradicate illiteracy worldwide by helping people reframe how they think, learn, and lead through curiosity.
We explore Tinsley’s journey from the MIT Media Lab to co-founding Curious Learning, a non-profit transforming education for children in over 200 countries. He introduces his Eliminate Limiting Beliefs Framework, which guides leaders to let go of defensiveness, open up to curiosity, ask questions to understand, and create awareness of their assumptions.
Tinsley explains how curiosity dissolves barriers to change, why awareness pr...
Duration: 00:23:23306: Create a Culture of Curiosity with Bill Ryan
Oct 06, 2025https://youtu.be/GAHLR_NnQz8
Bill Ryan, Founder of Ryan Consulting, helps organizations maximize their investment in technology and people by ensuring they work together efficiently and effectively, regardless of location.
We explore Bill’s journey from technologist to consultant and his mission to connect people “over time and distance” by giving them what they need at the time of need. Bill introduces his Culture of Curiosity Framework, a leadership model designed to foster innovation, engagement, and problem-solving inside organizations. The framework emphasizes being willing to say “I don’t know”, making it safe to ask “why”, encouraging empl...
Duration: 00:21:10305: Build Nimble Relationships with Jon Ferrara
Sep 29, 2025https://youtu.be/dQWQko3fGZ8
Jon Ferrara, CEO of Nimble, has devoted his career to helping people grow their businesses by turning contacts into lasting, valuable relationships.
We explore Jon’s journey from creating GoldMine, one of the first successful CRMs, to founding Nimble, a relationship-focused CRM that brings contact management back to its roots. Jon shares his personal “Why” — to grow his soul by helping others grow theirs — and explains why relationships, not technology, are the real key to business success.
He introduces his signature frameworks: the Five F’s of Relationships (Family, Friends, Food, Fun, a...
Duration: 00:28:17304: Drink Yourself to Trust with Sri Kaza
Sep 22, 2025https://youtu.be/x9I054pknWM
Sri Kaza, serial CEO (most recently of BriteCap Financial) and author of Un-Convention: A Small Business Strategy Guide, joins me to share how unconventional thinking and the Trust Equation Framework can transform client relationships and small-business strategy. Sri explains how he discovered entrepreneurship through his own career, from Y2K programmer to global sales executive to CEO, and why developing people is at the heart of his personal “Why.”
We explore Sri’s memorable experience selling software in Japan—where karaoke, izakayas, and takoyaki roulette taught him more about trust than any sale...
Duration: 00:31:01303: Don’t Change People with Patrick Seaton
Sep 15, 2025https://youtu.be/70wPvPbdvwg
Patrick Seaton, President and Owner of Innovative Management Tools and creator of the Change OS™ Framework, helps leaders and organizations proactively navigate change with clarity and structure. Drawing on decades as a corporate manager facing growth, chaos, and constant change, Patrick built tools to give leaders a roadmap for facilitating change instead of simply reacting to it.
We explore Patrick’s journey from survival-mode middle manager to building 28 frameworks for change facilitation, culminating in Change OS™. Patrick explains why traditional “change management” became a messy junk drawer of tactics, and how the Change OS™ Framew...
Duration: 00:23:22Bring in the Spiritual Dimension
Sep 08, 2025What fuels a business? It all starts with the dream. In this episode, we look at lessons from the legendary Michael E. Gerber, author of The E-Myth Revisited, who first championed the idea that entrepreneurs must cultivate their dream before anything else.
From there, we explore why emotion is the spiritual energy behind every great business, movement, or mission. Without it, even brilliant ideas and top teams fall flat. With it, you attract missionaries instead of mercenaries—people who believe in your vision and help you build something that lasts.
Defining a higher purpose is an...
Duration: 00:03:01302: Build a Genius Team with Steven Wilson
Sep 04, 2025https://youtu.be/JgJaZ9-fg-E
Steven Wilson, CEO of Parallel 42 Coaching & Consulting, Certified Working Genius Facilitator, and Six Sigma Black Belt, helps leaders unlock potential by applying Patrick Lencioni’s Working Genius Framework to transform teams and organizations. His mission is to guide people and businesses to be better at who they are, what they do, and how they serve others.
We explore Steven’s journey from Lean Six Sigma process expert to leadership coach and how the Working Genius Framework helps individuals identify whether they’re in the right seat, boosts productivity by focusing 80% on natural streng...
Duration: 00:30:27What Will Be Your Legacy?
Aug 28, 2025https://youtu.be/PniriBnM0mo
Legacy may not be the number 1 driver for most business owners—but it’s close. Right after financial security, wealth creation, and personal freedom.
In this video, we explore why building a successful business is one of the most powerful, controllable, and lasting ways to make an impact that lives on long after you’re gone. You’ll hear real examples of entrepreneurs who started late and still changed the world—like Colonel Sanders, Arianna Huffington, and Ray Kroc—and discover why business can be a greater legacy-builder than sports, politics, or entertainmen...
Duration: 00:04:38301: Take Your People to the Gym of Life with Andy Hite
Aug 15, 2025https://youtu.be/ySHMeFn4kPA
Andy Hite, Founder of Scaling Minds Coaching & Consulting, is on a mission to help leaders navigate complexity, align their teams, and drive meaningful results by transforming both self-leadership and organizational leadership.
We explore Andy’s Six Shifts Leadership Operating System: Trust, Candor, Ownership, Empowerment, Alignment, and Leadership—a framework that turns groups of executives into high-performing, strategically aligned leadership teams. Andy shares why self-leadership is the starting point for culture change, how to move from hub-and-spoke decision-making to empowered departmental ownership, and why peer accountability and “The Gym of Life” are essential for last...
Duration: 00:25:55300: Unleash the Power of Engineers with Josh Tarbutton
Aug 04, 2025https://youtu.be/avv30Z0wD9Q
Josh Tarbutton, Entrepreneurial Chairman and Chief Innovation Officer of Bravo Team Engineering Design and Fabrication, is on a mission to restore the dignity of engineers and unleash their creative potential through intentional culture and agile structure.
We explore Josh’s journey from soldier and professor to engineering leader, and his Engagement Success Framework, which includes: Scoping/Visioning, Customer Communication, Resourcing, and Solution. Josh explains how this structured process allows Bravo Team to align deeply with client goals, unlock team creativity, and deliver complex, high-impact innovations with confidence. We also discuss ho...
Duration: 00:32:38299: Make a Difference Each Day with Mike Viane
Jul 30, 2025https://youtu.be/w1ZbzfSrdFk
Michael Viane, Executive Coach, Strategic Advisor, and Keynote Speaker, is driven by a mission to help people overcome challenges and find the clarity to act. His Marathon Mindset Framework includes Purpose, Preparation, Pace, and Perseverance—four guiding principles that help individuals and teams sustain momentum and avoid burnout in pursuit of long-term goals.
We dive into Michael’s journey from a 30-year corporate career to coaching, inspired by a desire to live with purpose and help others do the same. He explains how leaders can use the Marathon Mindset to navigate overwhelm, main...
Duration: 00:26:42298: Mine Gold in Your People with Andrew Jernigan
Jul 16, 2025https://youtu.be/FB11MbVTtlo
Andrew Jernigan, CEO of Insured Nomads, is on a mission to redefine insurance for the globally distributed workforce. His Globally Distributed Company OS includes communication, documentation, education, and integration—core pillars that help companies effectively manage international remote teams.
We learn about Andrew’s journey from banking and global living to founding Insured Nomads—a company providing health, travel, and risk coverage for digital nomads, remote teams, and expats. Andrew shares how cultural nuance, asynchronous collaboration, and documentation help build trust and cohesion in a fully remote environment. We also explore how compre...
Duration: 00:24:44297: Make People Feel Heard with Katie O’Malley
Jul 09, 2025https://youtu.be/vKFULhTQwg0
Katie O’Malley, Founder of (en)Courage Coaching, is on a mission to create workplaces that do no harm by equipping leaders with the skills to prevent toxicity and foster cultural transformation.
We dive into Katie’s career path from political campaigns and higher education to leadership coaching, and explore her Power of Listening Framework—the AIR Methodology: Attention, Intention, and Recognition. Katie shares how listening well is one of the most powerful tools leaders have to build trust, increase engagement, and demonstrate respect. We also discuss how she uses LEGO Serious Play to unl...
Duration: 00:26:53296: Focus Your Time with Phil Wofford
Jul 01, 2025https://youtu.be/lljfWj6VRmc
Phil Wofford, Entrepreneur, Fractional CFO/COO, Business Coach, and owner of Scale and Thrive, is on a mission to help business owners scale profitably, improve operations, and build teams that run without them.
We explore Phil’s entrepreneurial journey, including the successful exit of two healthcare clinics, and how he now supports other leaders through coaching and fractional leadership. He shares his Focus Time Framework, which helps owners regain control of their day by:Writing 3 top priorities above a line, 2–3 secondary tasks below it, and staying focused on what’s above the line. W...
Duration: 00:23:36295: Enable Family Transitions with Doug Gray
Jul 01, 2025https://youtu.be/GigFOIkP3BI
Doug Gray, Family Wealth Advisor, Succession Planning Expert, and Founder of Action Learning Associates, is passionate about helping leaders flourish through agency, curiosity, and collaborative frameworks.
We discuss Doug’s ADFIT Protocol for Leadership Development, a simple and effective framework that assumes people don’t need to be “fixed” — they need the structure to grow. Doug also explores how family businesses can navigate succession by understanding emotional dynamics, empowering Next Gen leaders, and shifting from control to collaboration. His latest book, The Success Playbook for Next Gen Family Business Leaders, gives rising leaders th...
Duration: 00:28:45294: Create Cohesion with Dr. Chris Fuzie
Jun 16, 2025Dr. Chris Fuzie, President of the National Leaderology Association and Founder of CMF Leadership Consulting, is on a mission to elevate leadership into a respected science—and to develop better leaders by grounding them in theory and behavior.
We dive into the emerging field of Leaderology and how Dr. Fuzie is working to verify and certify leadership practitioners as “Leaderologists.” He introduces the STICKUM Framework for building team cohesion through Sacrifice, Teamwork, Interaction, Communication, Keeping people focused, Unique norms and symbols, and Mission. Chris also explores the concept of Liminal Leadership—where leaders must seamlessly transition between leading...
Duration: 00:26:57293: Communicate in Soundbites with Nathan Miller
Jun 11, 2025https://youtu.be/wrIFxgnkJ1A
Nathan Miller, Founder and CEO of Miller Ink, is on a mission to help organizations communicate clearly and strategically—especially in moments of high stakes and crisis.
We explore Nathan’s journey from diplomacy and speechwriting at the UN to launching one of California’s top crisis communication firms. He shares the Miller Ink Communications Framework, which anchors every campaign with a clear objective, a targeted audience, and a compelling message. Nathan breaks down how to craft memorable messaging using the 3 Cs (Clear, Concise, Compelling) and the 3 S’s (Stories, Statistics, Soundbites). He also...
Duration: 00:20:50292: Build Your Team’s Self-Awareness with Alanna Levenson
Jun 04, 2025https://youtu.be/7kbdcPkeCuY
Alanna Levenson, Business Coach and Workshop Facilitator, is on a mission to help driven business owners reach their highest potential through self-awareness and no-excuses action.
We explore Alanna’s coaching journey and her Executive Improvement MAP, a framework that guides entrepreneurs to elevate their mindset and mission, align strategy with values, and build legacy-driven, profit-focused teams. She outlines how leaders can reclaim their focus, lead with intention, and foster quiet influence by becoming profoundly self-aware. Alanna also shares the three critical questions business owners should ask daily to stay on a growth path.
... Duration: 00:22:42291: Tap into Performance Science with Carla Fowler
May 27, 2025https://youtu.be/Me3XLCOh1iM
Carla Fowler, MD, PhD and CEO of THAXA Executive Coaching, is driven by a mission to help ambitious leaders perform at their best by applying the principles of performance science.
We explore Carla’s journey from scientist to coach and explore her Performance Framework, a science-based model that guides high achievers through four core areas: strategy, execution, mindset, and physiology. Carla explains how strategic clarity and resource prioritization drive focused leadership, and how physiological resilience and mental perspective are essential to long-term success. She also shares how she applies scientific tools to...
Duration: 00:29:12290: Awaken Your Inner Entrepreneur with Michael E. Gerber
May 21, 2025https://youtu.be/_FFUS8tb-b4
Michael E. Gerber, author of The E-Myth Revisited and over 35 other books, is driven by a mission to transform the state of small business, entrepreneurship, and economic development worldwide.
We explore Michael’s origin story and the moment that sparked the E-Myth movement, including his revelation that most business owners don’t understand their own businesses. He shares how his intuitive and soul-driven approach led to the creation of the first business operating system and the now-iconic principle of “working on your business, not in it.” Michael introduces his Eightfold Path Framework, built on...
Duration: 00:38:32289: Learn How to Manage Up with Nick Warner
May 15, 2025https://youtu.be/rRK1UIE-9nQ
Nick Warner, seasoned business coach and host of the Together at the Top podcast, is on a mission to help leaders and emerging professionals align their values, careers, and impact.
We explore Nick’s Managing Up Framework:
What’s in it for them, Preferred Cadence, Preferred Channel, Prioritize, and Make It Convenient.
Nick explains how to adapt communication to busy executives, navigate different leadership styles, and influence without authority. He also shares the mindset shifts needed to coach effectively, why humility is non-negotiable, and how soulful leadership fuel...
Duration: 00:25:28288: Run Through Walls with Adam Coughlin
May 14, 2025https://youtu.be/rADiqnrhgrk
Adam Coughlin, Co-founder, CMO, and Managing Partner of York IE, is on a mission to help startups beat the odds by building strong, capital-efficient brands that resonate with their markets.
We explore Adam’s Drumbeat Marketing Framework:
Messaging & Positioning, Develop Unique Point of View, Execution, and Scorekeeping.
He shares why brand consistency beats shiny-object syndrome, how vertical AI is redefining SaaS, and why startups need to balance storytelling with measurable impact. Adam also explains how to foster entrepreneurial thinking early and why founders must lead with a deep sense of purpose.
287: Cover Your Blind Spots with Dave Molenda
May 14, 2025https://youtu.be/wn9XOB_H-as
Dave Molenda, Business and Sales Coach, Speaker, Best-selling Author, and Host of the Positive Polarity Podcast, is driven by a mission to help business owners grow intentionally by strengthening their teams and delivering exceptional customer experiences.
We dive into Dave’s journey and his ST+ICE=P Formula, which stands for Strengthen the Team + Improve the Customer Experience = Profit. Dave explains how focusing first on internal team engagement leads to outstanding customer experiences, which then fuels sustainable business growth. We also discuss lessons from his book Growing On Purpose, why most bu...
Duration: 00:32:50288: Run Through Walls with Adam Coughlin
May 06, 2025https://youtu.be/rADiqnrhgrk
Adam Coughlin, Co-founder, CMO, and Managing Partner of York IE, is on a mission to help startups beat the odds by building strong, capital-efficient brands that resonate with their markets.We explore Adam’s Drumbeat Marketing Framework:
Messaging & Positioning, Develop Unique Point of View, Execution, and Scorekeeping.
He shares why brand consistency beats shiny-object syndrome, how vertical AI is redefining SaaS, and why startups need to balance storytelling with measurable impact. Adam also explains how to foster entrepreneurial thinking early and why founders must lead with a deep sense of purpose.
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... Duration: 00:28:26287: Cover Your Blind Spots with Dave Molenda
May 02, 2025https://youtu.be/wn9XOB_H-as
Dave Molenda, Business and Sales Coach, Speaker, Best-selling Author, and Host of the Positive Polarity Podcast, is driven by a mission to help business owners grow intentionally by strengthening their teams and delivering exceptional customer experiences.
We dive into Dave’s journey and his ST+ICE=P Formula, which stands for Strengthen the Team + Improve the Customer Experience = Profit. Dave explains how focusing first on internal team engagement leads to outstanding customer experiences, which then fuels sustainable business growth. We also discuss lessons from his book Growing On Purpose, why most bu...
Duration: 00:32:50286: Expand Your Network with Devin Sizemore
Apr 29, 2025https://youtu.be/VsYNJyvLhJQ
Devin Sizemore, Connector, Consultant, Speaker, and author of Connection Expansion, is driven by a mission to help entrepreneurs unlock opportunity by building meaningful, leveraged relationships that drive growth.
We explore Devin’s journey into connection strategy and his creation of the Connection Expansion Framework, a system designed to help business owners stop chasing prospects and instead build a thriving network that brings opportunity to them. The framework includes five key steps: identifying connectors to your target market, asking to be introduced, building strategic partnerships, saturating your niche, and staying top of mind through lo...
Duration: 00:20:54285: Build High-Performing Teams with David Anderson
Apr 24, 2025https://youtu.be/bNljuw3uYsI
David Anderson, Founder of Off Madison Ave and Lighthouse PE, is passionate about helping people and companies thrive through leadership coaching, board service, and team development. We explore how David helps companies build high-performing teams using his High-Performing Team Framework, which includes: psychological safety, a learn and grow mindset, the chemist mentality, and attention to team dynamics when introducing new members.
David also shares lessons from his book Leader is not a Title, emphasizing that true leadership is about influence—not hierarchy. We talk about building trust, breaking silos, and knowing when to...
Duration: 00:27:23284: Become a Self-Aware Leader with Dr. Sharon Spano
Apr 21, 2025https://youtu.be/ogf58Yalix8
Dr. Sharon Spano, Executive Coach, Business Strategist, and author of The Pursuit of Time and Money, is driven by a mission to help leaders realize their fullest potential and elevate their impact across business, family, and community.
We learn about Sharon’s journey helping high-performing leaders navigate stress, growth, and transformation through The Awareness Elevation Framework. By guiding them to witness themselves, build awareness, observe patterns, and shift behaviors, Sharon empowers deeper personal and professional growth. In this episode, Sharon unpacks the 12 stages of adult development and reveals why many leaders plateau ea...
Duration: 00:29:26283: 6 Figures to Your Profit in 60 Minutes with Seth Tillotson
Apr 17, 2025https://youtu.be/RaLbPGZBOEU
Seth Tillotson, CEO and Founder of Your Business Consultation, is driven by a mission to empower everyday professionals to become confident entrepreneurs and business owners.
We learn how Seth’s journey—from launching service businesses to helping others transition from 9–5 roles—inspired his purpose. He shares his framework, The 7 Profit Improvement Areas, which helps entrepreneurs uncover hidden revenue and boost profitability by focusing on: Lead Generation, Conversion Rates, Closing Rate, Client Retention, Increasing Average Sale, Increasing Sale Frequency, and Cost Reduction. He also explains how to use squeeze pages to accelerate conversions, outlines the Capt...
Duration: 00:19:55282: Build Your AI Operating System with Andrew Amann
Apr 14, 2025https://youtu.be/mU9NriTiVAM
Andrew Amann, CEO and Co-founder of NineTwoThree Studio, is driven by a passion for building great products and embracing the entrepreneurial journey alongside his team and clients.
We learn about Andrew’s journey as a founder and his philosophy of finding joy in the process. He introduces The AI Operating System, a practical framework that helps companies adopt AI with clarity and speed. The system begins by building an internal knowledge base, then moves into deploying simple AI agents to automate repetitive tasks, and culminates in managing these agents through a Super-Agent th...
Duration: 00:28:53281: Supercharge Your Experts with Alistair Gordon
Apr 07, 2025https://youtu.be/C5kwtxOjOx4
Alistair Gordon, CEO of Expertunity, is driven by a mission to empower technical experts to reach their full potential by mastering enterprise skills that elevate their impact.
We learn about Alistair’s journey into expert development and his creation of The Expert-ship Model, a framework that helps technical professionals move beyond subject-matter expertise to become influential leaders within their organizations. The model outlines nine core capabilities across three domains: Technical, Relationship, and Value—ranging from solving complex problems and transferring knowledge to collaborating across teams, engaging stakeholders, understanding the business, and leading chan...
Duration: 00:23:47280: Flex Your Leadership with Kevin Eikenberry
Mar 31, 2025https://youtu.be/8qOmMjL008Y
Want to become a more adaptable and effective leader? In this episode, Kevin Eikenberry—trainer, author, podcaster, and founder—shares powerful strategies from his latest book, Flexible Leadership. As a leadership expert dedicated to helping organizations, leaders, and individuals unlock their full potential, Kevin reveals how to flex your leadership style to navigate uncertainty, make smarter decisions, and empower your team.
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Flex Your Leadership with Kevin Eikenberry
Good day dear listeners. Steve Preda here with the Management Blueprint Podcast. And my guest today is Kevin Eikenberry, a trainer, author...
Duration: 00:21:50279: Pursuit Value with Marcus Hamaker
Mar 24, 2025https://youtu.be/Fka2npq2Kjg
Marcus Hamaker, CEO of [bu:st] USA, is driven by a passion for helping small businesses find their pursuit of value by simplifying projects, optimizing processes, and streamlining operations for sustainable growth.
We learn about Marcus’s journey from growing up in a family business to leading [bu:st] USA, where he applies lean principles to help organizations improve alignment, communication, and execution. He explains the 5 Steps to Finding Value framework—Organizational Alignment, Communication, SOPs, Change Management, and Project Controls—guiding businesses to remove inefficiencies and drive sustainable growth. He also shares...
Duration: 00:24:38278: Layer Your Leadership with Lawrence Armstrong
Mar 19, 2025https://youtu.be/LvorRF-e2UQ
Lawrence Armstrong, Chairman of Ware Malcomb, is driven by a mission to help leaders layer their leadership by integrating creativity, strategy, and empowerment to build resilient, innovative organizations.
We learn about Lawrence’s journey from architect to CEO, how he transformed Ware Malcomb into a leading international design firm, and why he developed the Layered Leadership framework. Inspired by architectural design, he explains how leadership, like architecture, involves synthesizing different layers—Light, Sound, Emotion, and Thought—to build strong, visionary organizations. He shares how leaders can apply these 4 Layers of Leadership to inspir...
Duration: 00:22:34277: Burn Your Boats with Ron Monteiro
Mar 11, 2025https://youtu.be/etlBrw4WKGw?si=NxtN4Gg1iZ02nmgV
Ron Monteiro, Keynote Speaker, Facilitator, Trainer, and Author of Love Mondays, is driven by a mission to help professionals discover their purpose, build fulfilling careers, and burn their boats to fully commit to meaningful work.
We learn about Ron’s journey from a finance executive to an entrepreneur, speaker, and author, and how he embraced the Ikigai framework—a Japanese philosophy for finding meaning in work. He introduces the Path to Entrepreneurship Framework, a four-step approach that helps individuals transition from corporate life to a career they love...
Duration: 00:28:33276: Find Latin Talent with Rob Levin
Feb 21, 2025https://youtu.be/Q6-OaKXD2hU
Rob Levin, Chairman and Co-Founder of WorkBetterNow, is driven by a mission to help small and medium-sized businesses find top Latin American talent and scale efficiently.
We learn about Rob’s journey from his early passion for entrepreneurship to launching WorkBetterNow, a company that connects SMBs with skilled professionals from Latin America. He explains the hiring process his company has developed—from sourcing top-tier talent to precision matching and seamless onboarding—allowing business owners to delegate more effectively and focus on growth. He also shares insights on the challenges of hiring in tod...
Duration: 00:21:56275: Know and Make Your Number with David Shavzin
Feb 17, 2025https://youtu.be/NPxN5HDgqHs
David Shavzin, President of The Value Track, is driven by a mission to help business owners know and make their number when exiting their companies—maximizing financial returns and securing their legacies.
We learn about David’s journey from corporate leadership to founding The Value Track, where he helps business owners strategically prepare for and execute their exits. He explains the What’s Your Transition Looks Like Framework, which guides business owners through understanding the M&A process, estimating transferable value, refining their advisory team, conducting due diligence, and enhancing business value before...
Duration: 00:23:58274: Go Intrapreneur to Entrepreneur with Karen Hills Pruden
Feb 07, 2025https://youtu.be/5i_RE9C7KLY
Dr. Karen Hills Pruden, Founder and CEO of Pruden Global Business Solutions Consulting and the Sister Leaders Community, is driven by a mission to increase the number of women in senior leadership and help them go from intrapreneur to entrepreneur with the tools to sustain long-term success.
We learn about Karen’s journey from struggling to find mentorship in middle management to breaking into senior leadership and founding organizations that empower women professionals. She explains the Learn, Practice, Teach Framework, a structured approach that helps professionals transition from intrapreneurship (working fo...
Duration: 00:25:11273: Find Your Dream Franchise with Adam Goldman
Jan 31, 2025https://youtu.be/j1K89s-x8D8
Adam Goldman, Franchise Coach, Consultant, and author of The Franchisee Lifestyle, is driven by a mission to help individuals find their dream franchise opportunities and align them with their goals for a fulfilling lifestyle.
We learn about Adam’s journey into franchise coaching and his 3 Filters Framework, a tool he uses to match individuals with franchise opportunities. The framework evaluates three key factors: sales vs. execution, full-time vs. part-time engagement, and brick-and-mortar vs. service-based models. Adam explains how these filters guide potential franchisees to discover opportunities that fit their skills, pr...
Duration: 00:21:48272: Think BIG with Mark Josephson
Jan 27, 2025https://youtu.be/dxdFmUiiQds
Mark Josephson, Executive Coach, three-time CEO with three exits, Founder, Advisor, and Investor, is driven by a mission to empower leaders and think big to achieve clarity, purpose, and lasting impact in their organizations and lives.
We learn about Mark’s journey from leading three companies to successful exits to coaching leaders and teams to unlock their potential. He explains the Wouldn’t It Be Great If framework, a four-step approach to setting ambitious goals: pushing away from the desk, asking bold questions, identifying what needs to be true to achieve them, and brai...
Duration: 00:22:30272: Think BIG with Mark Josephson
Jan 24, 2025Mark Josephson, Executive Coach, three-time CEO with three exits, Founder, Advisor, and Investor, is driven by a mission to empower leaders and think big to achieve clarity, purpose, and lasting impact in their organizations and lives.
We learn about Mark’s journey from leading three companies to successful exits to coaching leaders and teams to unlock their potential. He explains the Wouldn't It Be Great If framework, a four-step approach to setting ambitious goals: pushing away from the desk, asking bold questions, identifying what needs to be true to achieve them, and brainstorming without constraints. Mar...
Duration: 00:22:30271: Discovering your Entrepreneurial Happiness with Brad Chandler
Jan 17, 2025Brad Chandler, Chief Transformative Officer of LimitlessYou, is driven by a mission to help high achievers discover their entrepreneurial happiness, unlock subconscious beliefs, and live lives of freedom, connection, and joy.
We learn about Brad’s journey from a successful career in real estate to founding LimitlessYou, where he empowers individuals to identify and overcome the root causes of their struggles. He explains the Three R’s Framework—Realize, Recode, Rewrite—a transformative process that rewires negative subconscious patterns and helps clients reclaim their lives. He highlights the importance of self-love as the foundation for success...
Duration: 00:20:51271: Discovering your Entrepreneurial Happiness with Brad Chandler
Jan 17, 2025https://youtu.be/Z94HeM1PJP4
Brad Chandler, Chief Transformative Officer of LimitlessYou, is driven by a mission to help high achievers discover their entrepreneurial happiness, unlock subconscious beliefs, and live lives of freedom, connection, and joy.
We learn about Brad’s journey from a successful career in real estate to founding LimitlessYou, where he empowers individuals to identify and overcome the root causes of their struggles. He explains the Three R’s Framework—Realize, Recode, Rewrite—a transformative process that rewires negative subconscious patterns and helps clients reclaim their lives. He highlights the importance of self-love as the f...
Duration: 00:20:52270: Simplify Complexity with Ben Larman
Jan 10, 2025https://youtu.be/-7x5kBxJ5ig
Ben Larman, Scientific Founder and Chief Scientific Officer (CSO) of Infinity Bio, is driven by a passion for advancing human health by decoding the complexities of the immune system.
We discuss Ben’s Antibody Reactomics Framework and his Complex Data Delivery Framework. The Antibody Reactomics Framework leverages DNA barcoding to analyze immune responses, providing researchers with groundbreaking insights into human health and disease mechanisms. The Complex Data Delivery Framework streamlines the process of communicating scientific findings by focusing on understanding customer needs, analyzing data, presenting positive results, and combining findings to...
Duration: 00:21:37269: Get the Job Done with Kevin Torf
Jan 07, 2025https://youtu.be/IyjtkLD79tc
Kevin Torf, Managing Partner of T2 Tech Group, is driven by a passion for getting the job done, transforming IT liabilities into valuable assets, and delivering success through innovative project management.
We learn about Kevin’s journey from founding T2 Tech Group to becoming a leader in technology consulting, particularly in the healthcare sector. He explains the PROJECTS Framework—Planning, Reflection, Organization, Juggling, Empowerment, Communication, Transparency, and Standards—a comprehensive methodology designed to manage large-scale projects effectively. Kevin also shares insights on balancing traditional project management with Agile principles, empowering teams to succee...
Duration: 00:25:33268: Innovate in Energy with Walt Alfred
Jan 07, 2025https://youtu.be/fa1f_rVBqbI
Walt Alfred, Founder and President of Ally Power, is driven by a mission to innovate in energy production, reducing carbon emissions and creating sustainable solutions for a greener future.
We learn about Walt’s journey from a career in law to founding Ally Power, a hydrogen and electric refueling station company that has rapidly grown since its inception in 2019. He explains the ALLY Framework—Authentic, Leadership, Last, Yearly—a leadership philosophy that emphasizes transparency, team collaboration, and sustainable impact. Walt highlights how Ally Power’s innovative technology generates hydrogen, electricity, potable water, a...
Duration: 00:22:27267: Turn Your Weaknesses Into Strengths with Pete Scahill
Jan 07, 2025https://youtu.be/FBWm0877tRg
Pete Scahill, Senior Manager of the Run Efficient Consulting Agency, is driven by a passion for helping individuals, teams, and organizations transform weaknesses into strengths and achieve their full potential.
We discuss Pete’s Weaknesses to Strengths Framework, a framework designed to build trust, enhance self-confidence, and foster knowledge to unlock growth. He shares how this approach transforms challenges into opportunities, empowers teams to innovate, and drives sustainable success. He introduces the concept of “building boxes to think outside of,” a strategy that sparks creativity and scales organizational impact. He also highlights the im...
Duration: 00:24:39266: Grow Your GovCon in Both Directions with Kendall Lott
Dec 13, 2024https://youtu.be/X-3kplDKxfw
Kendall Lott, CEO and President of M Powered Strategies, is driven by a mission to empower public service organizations to grow their GovCon in both directions, aligning client needs with skilled talent.
We discuss the Tie Fighter (Bowtie) Framework, a strategic model Kendall developed to enhance growth by connecting business development, capture, and proposals (right wing) with networking, recruiting, and hiring (left wing), all bridged by training and development at the center. Kendall explains how this framework helps service-based businesses scale, maintain profitability, and empower organizations for long-term independence. He also shares...
Duration: 00:25:53265: Pull Out the Stops from Your Growth with Nic DeAngelo
Dec 06, 2024https://youtu.be/TM6kALhhIYM
Nic DeAngelo, President of Saint Investment Group, is driven by a mission to empower individuals with health, wealth, and legacy by helping them pull out the stops from their growth through smart investments.
We learn about Nic’s journey from business ownership to founding Saint Investment Group, a platform providing access to off-market real estate opportunities. He explains the Entrepreneurial Investment Framework, which includes educating yourself to grow, achieving $250k net income to become an accredited investor, investing in single-family mortgages for stability, and exploring alternative investments for diversification. He also highlights th...
Duration: 00:27:08264: Fuse Your Personal Brand into Your Business with Brandon Jones
Dec 03, 2024https://youtu.be/dfZXjxBb98c
Brandon Jones, CEO of Delbert Adams Construction Group, is driven by a mission to close the knowledge gap in the construction industry, fusing his personal brand into a values-driven, sustainable business.
We learn about Brandon’s journey to create a thriving construction business that leverages technology and data to enhance project management. He explains the Financial Forecasting Framework, a strategic methodology to project revenue, align it with individual and company capacities, and identify future resource gaps or overloads. This framework enables businesses to overlay opportunity volume projections and engineer strategies to close op...
Duration: 00:25:24263: Solve the Problem that Really Matters with Sathya Elumalai
Dec 03, 2024https://youtu.be/RByUM0fYtno
Sathya Elumalai, Founder and CEO of Aidar Health, is driven by a mission to solve the problem that really matters: ensuring no one loses a loved one due to lack of access to timely care.
We learn about Sathya’s journey from creating Aidar Health’s flagship product, MouthLab, inspired by his own family’s healthcare challenges, to developing a strategic approach to finding and refining his company’s target market. He explains his “How to Niche Your Business” Framework, which includes five key steps: starting with a shotgun approach, enabling potential customers to...
Duration: 00:33:01262: Manners-First Sales Emails with Sam McKenna
Nov 25, 2024https://youtu.be/4KzOOovNfSQ
Sam McKenna, Founder of #samsales Consulting, is driven by a mission to elevate the sales profession through manners-first sales emails, authentic connections, and using her platform for positive impact.
We learn about Sam’s journey to redefine sales, focusing on her Impact First Email Framework, a six-step methodology for crafting personalized and effective outreach. The framework includes creating unique, recipient-specific subject lines, using authentic preview text, transitioning seamlessly into addressing the recipient’s challenges, preemptively handling objections, and avoiding the presumptive use of calendar links. She also highlights how modern sales require emotional inte...
Duration: 00:28:31261: Become Scenario Smart with Laszlo Balassy
Nov 25, 2024https://youtu.be/9KhyJgt2mic
Laszlo Balassy, CEO of ActiveGraf, is driven by a mission to help businesses become scenario smart, enabling faster, smarter decisions through real-time analytics and democratized data visualization.
We discuss the ActiveGraf Framework, a tool designed to align strategic objectives, identify key drivers, and enable dynamic, interactive models to accelerate decision-making and reduce sales cycles. Laszlo shares impactful use cases, such as shortening a global software firm’s sales cycle by 50% and enhancing food safety analytics for a fast food chain. He also highlights ActiveGraf’s future, including the integration of AI to simp...
Duration: 00:24:09260: Making RAPID decisions with David Snider
Nov 21, 2024https://youtu.be/RbUroiKBLSs
David Snider, Founder and CEO of Harness Wealth, is driven by a mission to help clients build financial confidence while making rapid decisions with clarity through modernized, tailored advisory solutions.
We learn about David’s journey from aspiring politician to private equity professional, and ultimately to entrepreneur. He explains the RAPID Framework—Recommend, Agree, Perform, Input, and Decide—a decision-making process he applies to foster collaboration and clarity within his team. He shares his insights on creating scalable solutions for complex financial and tax challenges, emphasizing the importance of empowering clients with tailored tools...
Duration: 00:27:51259: Innovate to Success with Nick Jain
Nov 18, 2024https://youtu.be/T-aI91UGCWw
Nick Jain, CEO of IdeaScale, is driven by a mission to help organizations innovate to success by democratizing innovation, enabling them to crowdsource and rank ideas from their entire ecosystem.
We learn about Nick’s journey from growing up in India and building a career in private equity to leading IdeaScale, the largest innovation-focused software company globally. He explains the ICE Framework—Innovate, Collaborate, and Execute—a philosophy and process that encourages continuous improvement, teamwork, and actionable results. He highlights how IdeaScale helps organizations like Pfizer and the U.S. federal government overco...
Duration: 00:22:22258: Stop the Crazy Waste with Ron Crabtree
Nov 11, 2024https://youtu.be/bwd1bPIT3KA
Ron Crabtree, CEO of MetaExperts, is driven by a mission to stop waste in organizations by addressing digital transformation, labor shortages, and operational excellence.
We learn about Ron’s journey in supporting businesses, especially in manufacturing, to navigate these critical issues. He explains his framework for transformation, focusing on three pillars: digital transformation with practical applications of AI and automation, workforce development to address labor shortages, and Lean Six Sigma practices to eliminate waste and optimize processes. He highlights the importance of value stream mapping and applying the Pareto principle to ta...
Duration: 00:21:35257: Leverage AI-Generated Personas with Cary Lawrence
Nov 07, 2024https://youtu.be/bohMQ4yRp6Q
Cary Lawrence, CEO of Decile, is driven by a passion for decoding human behavior to help businesses market to AI-generated avatars, build loyalty, and drive growth through data.
We discuss Cary’s four-step framework for customer engagement: collecting first-party data, identifying high-value customers, tailoring customer journeys, and tracking behaviors over time. She explains how Decile leverages AI to create detailed marketing personas, allowing brands to engage customers more effectively and optimize marketing spend. She emphasizes the importance of understanding customer nuances to build genuine connections, enabling brands to achieve sustainable growth by...
Duration: 00:26:00256: Drive Project Efficiency with Christian Espinosa
Nov 07, 2024https://youtu.be/5BYS4BIBBk0
Christian Espinosa, Founder and CEO of Blue Goat Cyber, is driven by a mission to ensure medical device security while helping his team drive project efficiency through innovative compensation structures.
We learn about Christian’s journey from overcoming a life-threatening health scare to founding Blue Goat Cyber, focusing on medical device cybersecurity. He explains his approach to designing security into medical devices from the start, rather than trying to fix issues later. He shares his Efficiency Driver framework, which incentivizes his team to become more efficient by tying compensation to project outcomes. He...
Duration: 00:21:06255: Get Your Head Right First with Janet Metzger
Oct 28, 2024https://youtu.be/jjgNbq0UbPA
Janet Metzger, Business Strategist and Network Marketing Expert, is driven by her desire to help others achieve success by focusing on simplicity and consistency, and by always getting your head right first to stay motivated and clear.
We learn about Janet’s journey from corporate executive to expert in network marketing, where she now mentors others in achieving their business goals. She explains her simple and structured success formula, which includes building consistent daily habits, practicing gratitude, and focusing on personal development. She emphasizes the importance of simplifying business processes, staying accountable, an...
Duration: 00:23:33254: Tap AI to Democratize Your Business with Jeff Berkowitz
Oct 28, 2024https://youtu.be/NJrdj5UTu98
Jeff Berkowitz, co-founder and CEO of Delve Deep Learning, is driven by his passion to help businesses clone themselves into an AI, enabling them to navigate complexities and create prosperity through innovation.
We learn about Jeff’s journey from politics and public affairs to launching Delve Deep Learning, an AI-native company revolutionizing public affairs intelligence. He explains his AI Innovation Process, which includes training AI to be your intern, testing and selecting the best tools, deciding whether to be a buyer or builder, launching for external use, and iterating on the process. He...
Duration: 00:20:16253: Rekindle Your Growth with Ryan Kauth
Oct 28, 2024https://youtu.be/UYCjT5YBTHs
Ryan Kauth, Business Coach, Facilitator, and Coleman Chair in Entrepreneurship at Marquette University, is driven by his mission to rekindle growth in family enterprises and serial founder-led businesses by helping owners develop strategic leadership.
We learn about Ryan’s journey from educator to business coach, working with family business owners and serial entrepreneurs to overcome growth plateaus and succession challenges. Ryan explains his five-category framework for rekindling growth, which includes leadership development, customer creation, culture, finance, and operations. He emphasizes the importance of moving from functional roles to strategic leadership, empowering teams, an...
Duration: 00:24:56252: Execute Like Hell in 45 Days with Peter Santry and Summit OS®
Oct 15, 2024https://youtu.be/QR9oaNhtxyg
Peter Santry, Summit OS Guide and Value Builder Licensee, is driven by a mission to help leadership teams execute like hell in 45 days, aligning their core business strategies to achieve rapid growth and profitability.
We discuss the Core Business Lens™ tool, which helps companies identify their key strengths, most profitable customers, and core competencies. Peter explains how this tool allows businesses to sharpen their focus and drive profitability by narrowing in on what they do best. He also highlights the importance of Summit OS’s 45-day Execution Momentum, a system designed to achi...
Duration: 00:27:19251: Multiply Who You Are with David Achata
Oct 15, 2024https://youtu.be/PNqjNp2YGFA
David Achata, Founder of Achata Coaching, Inc., is driven by his mission to help leaders multiply the best of who they are by fostering self-awareness and intentional growth.
We learn about David’s journey from high-energy workaholic to leadership coach, shaped by personal challenges and a deep desire to help others become healthier, more effective leaders. The guest explains his Four Disciplines of Retreating framework, which includes going away alone, with a guide, with your team, and with your family. David emphasizes the importance of self-reflection, cultivating social resilience, and building strong pe...
Duration: 00:31:05250: Accelerate Tech Growth with Reggie James
Oct 07, 2024https://youtu.be/sIyideof-rw
Reggie James, Founder of Digital Clarity, is driven by his passion to accelerate tech growth by sharing his experiences—both successes and failures—to help technology leaders achieve sustainable business growth.
We discuss the Revenue Acceleration Framework, which includes four key steps: Diagnose, Workshop, Strategize, and Execute. Reggie explains how this framework helps companies identify bottlenecks, craft actionable strategies, and achieve sustainable growth. He emphasizes the importance of nurturing client relationships with education and genuine content, rather than relying on traditional sales tactics.
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Duration: 00:24:17249: Debrief Daily with Christian Boucousis
Oct 07, 2024https://youtu.be/9Oxw0Qr6LXI
Christian Boucousis, CEO of Afterburner, is driven by a mission to bring the fighter pilot mindset into business, helping leaders debrief daily and achieve high-impact performance through structured reflection and action.
We discuss the ORCA Debrief framework, which consists of Objective, Result, Cause, and Action. This framework allows teams to expand their comfort zones and improve performance by focusing on small, actionable steps and learning from each experience. Christian shares how debriefing, a core fighter pilot practice, can accelerate learning, enhance accountability, and drive meaningful progress in any organization. He emphasizes...
Duration: 00:25:55248: Converse Expertly to Connect with Sayre Darling
Sep 28, 2024https://youtu.be/-hT2KboO_Gw
Sayre Darling, a business coach and strategic advisor, is driven by her passion to help leaders converse expertly to connect and foster meaningful relationships.
We learn about the difference between transactional business communications and true conversations, emphasizing how the latter fosters stronger connections, builds trust, and creates energy. Sayre introduces her 4-step Communication Framework, which encourages a shift from corporate jargon and rigid communication patterns to active listening, asking the right questions, and being fully present in each interaction. She also highlights the importance of “momentary surrender.” Learn how by listening to t...
Duration: 00:27:57247: Develop a Startup With Bo Abrams
Sep 28, 2024https://youtu.be/kpZMVdbBZ7U
Bo Abrams, Co-Founder of Kommu, is passionate about creating solutions that empower people to develop a startup and share their homes with trusted friends and communities.
We discuss his Marketplace Blueprint framework, which includes recognizing a personal problem, evaluating its impact on others, researching competitors, identifying gaps, and developing a viable business plan. Bo highlights how his own frustrations with the affordability of short-term rentals inspired Kommu’s development. By building a platform centered around trust and personal networks, Kommu offers an alternative to traditional short-term rental platforms like Airbnb, making travel mo...
Duration: 00:30:31246: Publish Your Book Like a Pro with Michele DeFilippo
Sep 23, 2024https://youtu.be/7HzvVqXWJ6g
Michele DeFilippo, Founder of 1106 Design, is driven by a passion to help authors publish their books like a pro by correcting misinformation about self-publishing and offering professional guidance.
We learn about Michele’s Professional Publishing Blueprint, which includes structural editing, copyediting, cover design, typesetting, proofreading, and the final print and e-book launch. She explains how this framework helps authors produce books that meet traditional publishing standards while retaining full control over their work and royalties. Michele emphasizes that professional publishing services ensure a polished, market-ready book, allowing authors to focus on their me...
Duration: 00:26:00245: Make IT Your Bi*ch with Lenny Giller
Sep 23, 2024https://youtu.be/hTWe0UiBLfk
Lenny Giller, Principal and Visionary Leader of Reliable Technology Services, Inc., is driven by a passion for helping businesses make IT their bi*ch by achieving their goals and enhancing their success through technology.
We learn about Lenny’s RTS Account Management Framework, which helps clients by setting communication expectations, understanding their goals, tracking performance KPIs, holding them accountable, and using technology strategically. He emphasizes the importance of aligning technology solutions with a company’s mission to drive productivity and security. Lenny also shares how fostering client accountability ensures that technology investments supp...
Duration: 00:22:26244: Compress Time with Eddie Speed
Sep 23, 2024https://youtu.be/O1mkC1OhM6Y
Eddie Speed, Owner of Colonial Note Funding Group and Founder and President of NoteSchool, is driven by a passion to help people compress time by teaching them how to invest in mortgage notes effectively.
We learn about Eddie’s journey from entering the note investing industry at a young age to becoming a leading expert. He explains his framework for evaluating mortgage notes, which focuses on assessing credit, qualifications, and property type. Eddie emphasizes the benefits of being “the bank” rather than owning rental properties, offering practical strategies for individuals lookin...
Duration: 00:27:39243: Scale Your eCommerce Portal with Ethan Giffin
Sep 23, 2024https://youtu.be/fyf-eGIJcfI
Ethan Giffin, Founder and CEO of Groove Commerce, is driven by a passion to help businesses scale their eCommerce portal by solving complex challenges through data-driven solutions. Sessions, Orders, Revenue, Average Order Value, and Conversion Rate. This framework helps businesses track their success and optimize their online presence. He also emphasizes the importance of leveraging these metrics to drive growth and offers practical strategies for improving website performance and increasing revenue.
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Duration: 00:27:42242: Run Great Meetings With Thomas Rechtien
Sep 23, 2024https://youtu.be/ZI8nMFLWOJQ
Thomas Rechtien, President of Nance Steel Sales LLC is driven by a passion to help people become the best versions of themselves and run great meetings that drive impactful results.
We learn about Thomas’s framework, which helps leaders foster trust, improve communication, and drive results in their organizations. He emphasizes the importance of well-run meetings in achieving better team dynamics and organizational success, offering practical strategies for leaders looking to elevate their meetings and leadership practices.
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Duration: 00:19:43241: Still Your Lizard Brain with Steve Scanlon
Sep 01, 2024https://youtu.be/NdMFFzx8SC8
Steve Scanlon, CEO and Co-Founder of Rewire, Inc., is passionate about helping still your lizard brain and achieve authentic transformation through neuroplasticity.
We discuss his REWIRE framework, which includes Rest, Enjoy, Wellness, Integrate, Release, and Execute. Steve emphasizes the importance of stilling the lizard brain, a concept he explores in his book, Still The Lizard, to transcend survival mode and foster sustainable positive change. His insights on the significance of sleep, wellness, and integrating coaching into the process provide valuable strategies for individuals and organizations looking to enhance their mental and emotional...
Duration: 00:32:00240: Make the Machines Get You with Jason Barnard
Sep 01, 2024https://youtu.be/OI_-jRvg7sM
Jason Barnard, Founder and CEO of Kalicube, is driven by a passion to help “make the machines get you” by controlling how search engines and AI platforms perceive and represent you online.
We learn about Jason’s transformation from being known as a cartoon blue dog to becoming a recognized digital marketing expert. He explains his Kalicube Process, a three-phase framework that includes Understandability, Credibility, and Deliverability. This process helps people and organizations build a consistent and accurate online presence. He emphasizes the power of controlling one’s digital footprint and provides...
Duration: 00:33:23239: Sell Your Product on Amazon with Mike Begg
Aug 26, 2024https://youtu.be/6cO_TMCZnXw
Mike Begg, Co-Founder and CEO of AMZ Advisers, is passionate about helping you sell your product on Amazon with expert strategies.
We discuss his Amazon Funnel Framework, which includes studying the ranking algorithm, building your funnel, and advertising strategically. Mike emphasizes the importance of bottom-of-the-funnel strategies to maximize conversions before expanding marketing efforts. His insights on optimizing product listings, obtaining reviews, and competitive pricing offer valuable guidance for brands looking to enhance their Amazon presence and performance.
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Duration: 00:21:39238: Turn Agreements to Alignment with Julie Williamson
Aug 26, 2024https://youtu.be/3vdi8cC2CZM
Julie Williamson, CEO of Karrikins Group, is driven by a passion to turn agreements into alignment in organizations.
We explore Julie’s journey of transforming businesses by aligning leadership actions with strategic goals. She highlights the importance of moving beyond mere agreement to actual implementation and execution. Julie introduces the Karrikins Diamond Triangle framework, which connects the “Why,” the “What,” and the “How.” By focusing on the “How,” she helps leaders make informed decisions that drive meaningful change and avoid the “failure gap,” where good ideas fall short due to lack of action.
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237: Get Control of your Business and Time with Brandon Gano
Aug 26, 2024https://youtu.be/FiWgX9chVDM
Brandon Gano, Co-Founder of Whadif, is driven by a desire to fix problems and help business owners get control of their business and time.
We learn about Brandon’s journey from being a slave to his business to becoming a true business owner, which inspired him to help others do the same. He introduces his HARMONIOUS Business Architecture framework, designed to help owners focus on impactful activities. Additionally, he discusses The Less is More framework, offering a roadmap for diagnosing problems, strategic planning, and executing efficiently to avoid overwhelm and maximize results.
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Aug 16, 2024https://youtu.be/yAsUsyNQs1M
Richard Parker, CEO of Diomo Corporation, is driven by a desire to make business ownership attainable for anyone committed to the journey, advocating the principle to invest in what you know best.
We learn about Richard’s path from growing up in a lower middle-class neighborhood to becoming a successful business owner and mentor. He explains his 4-step Business Buying Framework, which includes discovering the right business for you, embracing imperfections, having a strong need to buy (burning the boats), and following a proven blueprint. He emphasizes the importance of understanding uncertainty, na...
Duration: 00:26:38235: Plant, Grow and Serve with Tim Whitmire
Aug 14, 2024https://youtu.be/yCAMnaZ41zM
Tim Whitmire, Co-Founder of F3 and CXN Advisory, is driven by a desire to plant, grow, and serve groups, harnessing the synergy of people working together to achieve greater things.
We learn about Tim’s journey from founding F3, the largest network of workout groups in America, to creating CXN Advisory. He shares how F3, which stands for Fitness, Fellowship, and Faith, grew from a local workout group to a national movement impacting over 100,000 men. He explains his Tentpole Leadership Framework, which involves centering your tentpole around core principles and your ideal cu...
Duration: 00:33:43234: Sell Your Business & Keep Your Legacy with Scott Eisenberg
Aug 14, 2024https://youtu.be/FniQ7bnxnJQ
Scott Eisenberg, Founder of Franklin Capital Advisors, is driven by a deep desire to help people and solve problems collaboratively, shares his insights on how to sell your business and keep your legacy.
We learn about Scott’s journey as an award-winning investment banker, restructuring and transaction financing specialist, and serial entrepreneur. He explains his framework for selling a business like Gino Wickman. This framework involves grooming strong leadership roles, setting clear expectations for your post-sale role, and choosing a buyer aligned with your vision and values. Scott emphasizes the importance of emp...
Duration: 00:27:04233: Start a Spinout Venture with Andre Laplume
Aug 07, 2024https://youtu.be/e1ZHic5SQqM
Andre Laplume, Professor at the Ted Rogers School of Management at Toronto Metropolitan University, is driven by a deep understanding of how employees start a spinout venture.
We discuss the key moments that spark employees to leave their corporate roles and start their own ventures. From strategic disagreements and personal conflicts to ethical dilemmas and liquidity events, he sheds light on the diverse reasons behind these entrepreneurial leaps. He introduces his framework, which focuses on preparations and considerations, addresses strategies and challenges faced during the transition, and highlights post-launch steps for...
Duration: 00:31:40232: Create a Remarkable Effect with Ton Dobbe
Aug 06, 2024https://youtu.be/KAHuSkrurDo
Ton Dobbe, Founder of Value Inspiration, is driven by his passion for technology and a mission to help SaaS companies create a remarkable effect with predictable growth in their businesses.
We learn about Ton’s journey from his career in enterprise software and product marketing to founding Value Inspiration. He explains his framework for the Remarkable Effect, focusing on how SaaS companies can stand out, attract the right customers, and ensure sustainable growth. He shares insights on the three levers of his framework: the value lever, the viability lever, and the volume lever. He...
Duration: 00:28:14231: How to Let AI do the Work with Ajay Malik
Aug 05, 2024https://youtu.be/WQlt_qyIzBQ
Ajay Malik, CEO of Secomind.AI, is driven by his passion for leveraging AI to improve efficiency and productivity. Letting AI do the Work is the guiding principle at Secomind.AI, which helps incorporate AI into products, workflows, and customer support using their Enterprise AI platform, StudioX.
We delve into Ajay’s journey into AI, from his college days to his deep involvement at Google, and now leading Secomind.AI. He shares his AI Culture Framework, which has dramatically boosted productivity in his company: establishing an AI policy to mandate AI usage co...
Duration: 00:29:42230: How to Build a Talent Pipeline with Matt Verlaque
Aug 04, 2024https://youtu.be/q96HDq2gItg
Matt Verlaque, COO of SaaS Academy, is driven by his passion for service and helping entrepreneurs succeed. “Build a Talent Pipeline” is central to Matt’s approach as he aids 5,000 B2B SaaS founders in achieving their goals.
We explore his journey from fireman to software entrepreneur and now COO, where he aids 5,000 B2B SaaS founders in achieving their goals. He shares his Talent Pipeline Process, treating talent acquisition like a sales process. His framework includes generating demand to attract top talent, using a one-minute video filter to assess candidates, conduc...
Duration: 00:28:54229: “Homer Simpson” your Website with Matt Stafford
Jul 28, 2024https://youtu.be/JG47BsgjyuE
Matthew Stafford, CEO of Build Grow Scale, is passionate about empowering business owners to succeed. His expertise lies in e-commerce and conversion rate optimization, emphasizing on “Homer Simpson” your website for effective conversion, not just traffic.
Matt’s Quick Wins Framework focuses on maximizing existing traffic by enhancing search functionality and optimizing filter pages. He highlights the importance of clear navigation and customer-centric design in boosting conversion rates for both product and service-based websites. He also advocates for simplicity and understanding customer needs to build trust and drive sales.
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228: Crown Your Cash with Peter Kingma
Jul 26, 2024https://youtu.be/6pt4XOIZa7Y
Peter Kingma, Head of Working Capital Practice at EY Parthenon Americas, is driven by his curiosity and passion for solving problems to help leading companies crown their cash and master cash management. In “Cash is King,” he emphasizes how effective cash flow management, distinct from revenue generation, is vital for sustained business growth and resilience.
We discuss his framework for converting revenue into cash: Collect Receivables Faster to boost liquidity and reduce dependency on credit, Pay Customers Slower to optimize cash utilization, and Accelerate Inventory Turns to minimize holding costs and enha...
Duration: 00:23:51227: Productize Your Services with Eisha Armstrong
Jul 24, 2024https://youtu.be/Nb-R5SuzLjs
Eisha Armstrong, Executive Chairman and Co-Founder of Vecteris, is motivated by making a difference and fostering an inclusive, balanced work environment. Her focus is to productize your services to drive success.
We discuss her journey in co-founding Vecteris, a consulting firm helping B2B services organizations productize their offerings. Eisha shares her insights on scaling businesses through technology, standardization, and addressing urgent customer problems. Her framework includes productizing services, bundling additional services, and developing SaaS products. She emphasizes the importance of innovation and leveraging generative AI to improve service delivery.
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Jul 22, 2024https://youtu.be/q6cUewqk6d8
Nelson Nigel, Founder and CEO of Kidmoto Technologies, is driven by his passion for entrepreneurship and creating innovative products that improve lives.
We explore Nelson’s vision of business as a puzzle, stressing the importance of a clear vision and strong foundation. He discusses Kidmoto’s mobile app, allowing parents to pre-book rides with pre-installed child car seats, ensuring safety and convenience with professional chauffeurs.
He also talks about expanding to serve niche markets often overlooked by larger companies, highlighting the significance of planning for growth and continuously adding piece...
Duration: 00:18:24225: Stack Your Lead Generation with Chris Prefontaine
Jul 20, 2024https://youtu.be/-FNd6IGR1Vk
Chris Prefontaine, Founder of Smart Real Estate Coach, is motivated by creating experiences that money cannot buy.
We learn about Chris’s journey from the 2008 real estate crash to establishing Smart Real Estate Coach in 2014. He developed an interactive model for creative property deals without banks, cash, or credit, enabling students to work with them across North America.
Chris’s frameworks include owner financing, lease purchases, and subject-to deals, helping students avoid financial exposure while achieving their goals. He also shares his LeadGen Stacking framework, which involves swapping email list...
Duration: 00:20:26224: Learn Strategy from Pirates with Dr. Don Thomas
Jul 18, 2024https://youtu.be/Q9Y0FO3j_WA
Dr. Don Thomas, Strategy Expert, is driven by the idea that there’s always something better we can do strategically. His approach includes strategy from pirates to enhance traditional methods.
We learn about his journey from software developer to strategic leadership expert, emphasizing vision-driven leadership. Don highlights the importance of casting a vision and making it attainable. He also addresses multi-generational communication in the workplace, offering insights from his Cross-Generational Communication Framework. Additionally, he shares unique leadership lessons inspired by historical pirates from his book, The Pirate’s Guide to S...
Duration: 00:25:05223: Help Your People Find Meaning with Barry LaBov
Jul 16, 2024https://youtu.be/5uzWB0H3AiE
Barry LaBov, owner of LaBov and Beyond Marketing, is driven by his passion for originality and helping people achieve their potential.
From rock musician to marketing entrepreneur, Barry’s journey is marked by creativity and perseverance. He founded his marketing firm to channel his love for creativity into helping companies discover their unique strengths. Barry’s five-step brand re-engineering process—Brand Assessment, Technical Immersion, Design Brand Strategy, Execute, and Celebrate & Launch—focuses on leveraging a company’s inherent qualities.
His book, The Power of Differentiation, aims to inspire companies to win hea...
Duration: 00:24:33222: Shape Value for the Government with Shirley Collier
Jul 13, 2024https://youtu.be/3b_vxuEzFQY
Shirley Collier, President of Scale2Market LLC, is fueled by a passion to help businesses succeed in the federal marketplace.
We learn about Shirley’s journey and her powerful DAVIE framework (Data Analysis Value Investment Execute and Evaluate) that guides companies through the complexities of federal contracting. She explains how to leverage data, build relationships, and strategically position businesses to win lucrative government contracts. She also emphasizes the importance of innovation and staying competitive to maintain a foothold in the federal market.
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221: Have Fun and Improve Lives with John Hewitt
Jul 05, 2024https://youtu.be/evKyda1DKpo
John Hewitt, CEO of Loyalty Brands, is driven by a deep commitment to changing lives through entrepreneurship, fueled by his passion for helping others and belief in the power of business to create opportunities.
We learn about John’s journey from developing the first tax software with his father to building billion-dollar companies like Jackson Hewitt Tax Service and Liberty Tax.
John explains his “Kill CEO Disease” framework, which consists of three steps: Engage, Listen, and Improve.
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Duration: 00:23:03220: Leverage Co-Branded Collaborations with Chad Jenkins
Jul 03, 2024https://youtu.be/roN1bWZxOPg
Chad Jenkins, President and CEO of SeedSpark, is motivated by natural curiosity and a passion for creating exponential value through unconventional thinking and collaboration. We learn about Chad’s journey from serial entrepreneur to the head of SeedSpark, where he helps businesses grow exponentially. Chad explains his Before/After Collaboration Framework, which involves identifying services that create a need for your product and shares his “Just Add a Zero” philosophy, emphasizing the importance of rethinking and maximizing existing resources to achieve exponential growth.
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Leverage Co-branded Collaborations with Chad Jenkins
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Duration: 00:31:00219: Answer Your Customer’s Problems with Robert Brill
Jul 01, 2024https://youtu.be/6s4SzbShRQY
Robert Brill, CEO of Brill Media, is driven by a passion for business growth and personal development. His entrepreneurial journey is fueled by a desire for success and resilience, inspired by his modest upbringing, relentless drive to improve, and love for the “game” of business.
We learn about Robert’s journey from four failed businesses to founding Brill Media, where he excels in media buying and digital advertising. Robert thoroughly explains his two versions of the Meta Framework, which involves mining niche problem statements, testing to find the most relevant ones, turning them i...
Duration: 00:21:42218: Tap Into Non-Bank Funding with Joe Camberato
Jun 28, 2024https://youtu.be/8mskBrgBmdY
Joe Camberato’s Why is to simplify the financing process for entrepreneurs. He was inspired by the struggles he witnessed self-employed clients face with traditional banks, to launch National Business Capital, a platform that connects business owners with non-bank lenders to foster sustainable growth.
Joe outlines the National Business Capital Framework, which involves understanding client needs, reverse-engineering the right lending partner, and building a mutually efficient lending process.
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Tap Into Non-Bank Funding with Joe Camberato
Good day, dear listeners. Steve Preda here with the Manag...
Duration: 00:21:48217: Turn White-papers into Videos with Ryan Atkinson
Jun 25, 2024https://youtu.be/lF_SkLQ4mhY
Ryan Atkinson is the CEO and Co-Founder of Spacebar Visuals, that specializes in animated videos that make your sales funnel convert better.
We discuss how Ryan co-founded Spacebar Visuals, a video marketing agency, by utilizing his background and interest in media. He also explains the importance of high-quality video content for sales funnels and shares a strategy used to personalize outreach and enhance sales efforts, which helped grow Spacebar Visuals to a six-figure business.
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Turn White-papers into Videos with Ryan Atkinson
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Duration: 00:22:49216: Save 2/3rd of your Taxes with Shauna the Tax Goddess
Jun 23, 2024https://youtu.be/sbYC8KBiZK0
Shauna Wekherlien is the owner of the Tax Goddess Services firm, a top 1% tax advisory firm helping small businesses with tax, accounting, and payroll duties.
We discuss Shauna’s journey to becoming the Tax Goddess, inspired by her dedication to assisting small businesses with tax strategies. She explains the “aggression scale” in tax planning, highlighting the importance of aligning strategies with clients’ risk tolerance and sharing innovative tax deductions to help business owners maximize savings and achieve financial success.
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Save 2/3rd of your Taxes with Shauna the Tax Goddess Duration: 00:26:39
215: Build a Trophy Business with Colin Sanburg
Jun 12, 2024https://youtu.be/qCDKDP52dVg
Colin Sanburg, the Founder and Visionary of FinElevate, a company that works with small business owners and their leadership teams to drive the business to new heights of profitability. We discuss Colin’s journey founding FinElevate, driven by his experience overcoming financial challenges as an entrepreneur, eventually creating a framework to optimize growth, profit, and cash flow with the ultimate goal of empowering entrepreneurs to create valuable, trophy businesses.
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Build a Trophy Business with Colin Sanburg
Good day, dear listeners, Steve Preda here with the Management Blueprint podcast, and...
Duration: 00:25:15