In this balanced episode, R. J. Campbell and Dustin Hoog, Co-founders of The Balanced Business Dad, shares how they help business dads create a thriving business that doesn’t control them, enjoy a passionate marriage and kids that adore them, and create healthy relationships that last a lifetime.Healthy relationships with friendship uses the 6 Pillars which are Faith, Health, Marriage, Fatherhood, Brotherhood, and Business to have a balanced family life.You will discover:- The surprising truth about what balance really is- Why it is so hard to achieve balance- What the six pillars of balance are
After 35+ years in corporate America, R.J Campbell have exited that path to focus fully on developing businesses as an entrepreneur and business owner. He currently owns multiple businesses like Arch City Photos which is a real estate photography business that he has built in the St. Louis, MO market. He is also the co-founder of The Balanced Business Dad movement along with The Balanced Business Dad podcast. The Balanced Business Dad is composed of business owner husbands and fathers who are coming together with the goal of helping each other balance our Six Pillars of Life. The DAD UP Council was created to encourage its members to "Be Better Tomorrow Than You Were Today."
Want to learn more about RJ and Dustin's work at The Balanced Business Dad? Check out their website and podcast at www.thebalancedbusinessdad.comand join their community of over 400 business dads at dadupgroup.com 

In this well rounded episode, John Hernandez, Founder of Alchemy Coaching Institute, shares his extensive experience in working in the wholesale and retail industries as well as his skills in negotiation, coaching, sales, and team building.You will discover:- What is alchemy and why does it matter for a busy leader like you- The importance of connecting your head and your heart- How to see the opportunity in every challenge
John has been a professional sales and management trainer since the mid-1980’s and a leadership trainer and coach for the past several years. He has managed several firms in the consumer and professional Audio-Visual industry throughout the western United States. Ten years ago, John and his business partner began their own company, building it into a multi-million-dollar corporation. Like many, he has experienced epic failures during his professional career; however, he continues to learn from them and choose to take risks. He learns from identifying his own blocks and seeing and acting upon his potential.
Want to learn more about John Hernandez's work at Alchemy Coaching Institute? Check out his website at https://www.alchemycoachinginstitute.com/and get a free 15 minute consultation by clicking on "Work with John" at the top of the page.

In this highly productive episode, Donna Dube, Founder, CEO of Productivity Plus, shares 6 game changing habits that fuel growth and allow entrepreneurs to get out of the weeds and day to day operations and become confident leaders in growing a thriving business. You will discover:- The difference between solopreneur and CEO- The most overlooked part of your job descriptions- Why the overwhelm you feel isn't necessary (and may actually be making things worse)
Donna is a certified Director of Operations and business growth strategist who works with established online service-based business owners who are ready to make a bigger impact and maximize their profit. By leveraging their time, talent and tactics Donna helps business owners go from solopreneur to confident CEO without sacrificing their life, health or relationships. She believes time is the most important asset you can have in your business. Being intentional and purposeful with how you use your time can really propel your business forward. No team, system, or automation can outperform a lack of focus.
Want to learn more about Donna Dube's work at Productivity Plus? Check out her website at https://ceoamplify.ca/

In this venturesome episode, Jennifer Drummond, Owner of Jenn Drummond, shares the lessons she learned climbing the tallest mountains (yes plural) in the world how she inspires her clients to live meaningful lives while becoming significant business leaders.You will discover:- How to find joy in every moment no matter how hard it is- Why turning back and quitting aren't the same- The best way you can lead your team starting today
A car accident in 2018 made Jenn Drummond realize you don’t get to choose when you leave this life, but you sure can choose how you live it. Inspired to climb a mountain for her birthday, her son raised the stakes by suggesting Mount Everest. During her training, her coach upped the ante and proposed that she go for a Guinness World Record and become the first woman to climb the 7 Second Summits. Today, Jenn is a world record holder who elevates others to master their own summit in life. She’s also an international speaker, an author, and Host of the Seek Your Next Summit podcast, who’s focused on inspiring others to go beyond success to a life of significance.
Want to learn more about Jennifer Drummond's work at Jenn Drummond? Check out her website at https://jenndrummond.com/

In this real life episode, Forest Tuff, Founder and CEO of One Vision Productions, shares how he trains and EMPOWERS leaders, entrepreneurs, technical subject-matter experts, professionals, and speakers to prepare for business growth, impactful presentations, and high-potential opportunities. .You will discover:- Why should an entrepreneur have a life coach- The surprising secret to balancing work and life as a founder- The number one thing holding you back
Forrest Tuff is a visionary leader, entrepreneur, film producer, business and life coach, and keynote speaker. He is the CEO and Founder of One Vision Productions, an award-winning media and branding agency whose clients range from small businesses and government agencies to Fortune 100 corporations. It was voted "Best of Georgia" in 2022 and listed since 2015 as one of Atlanta's "Best and Brightest Companies to Work For" by the National Association for Business Resources. Recognized among Atlanta's Most Powerful Leaders and the Top 100 Transformational Leaders by the John Maxwell Team, he is a Master Life Coach and Master Certified Motivational Speaker.
Want to learn more about Forrest Tuff's work at One Vision Productions? Check out his website at https://www.forresttuff.com

In this accomplished episode, Thom Dennis, CEO of Serenity in Leadership, shares how he applies his 30 years of experience as an executive coach in creating safe, harmonious, productive and inclusive workplaces where leaders and their teams live and breathe the shared values of the business.You will discover:- How culture has shifted and the specific pressure that creates for leaders today- Why so many companies destroy the value of what they’re acquiring- How to know when and why your culture must change
Thom served as a Royal Marines officer for 17 years and since his retirement has brought their discipline and leadership ethos to all his projects. He has worked with a wide range of clients, including Citigroup, RBS, Pfizer, AstraZeneca, GSK, Altana, BP, Shell, Centrica, Subsea 7, ConocoPhillips and Transocean. He frequently facilitates multinational meetings in the UK, mainland Europe, the US, Africa and the Far East. Thom's expertise lies in executive coaching for personal and organizational change. Thom is passionate about building safe environments by making equity, inclusion and diversity central to helping both the business and its people thrive.
Want to learn more about Thom Dennis's work at Serenity in Leadership? Check out his website at https://www.serenityinleadership.com/and connect with him on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/serenityinleadership/.

In this inspirational episode, Ryan King, CEO of Ardent Mentoring, shares his passion for seeing lives, communities, and nations transformed by the love of Christ and a desire to be hands on with people making a difference.You will discover:- Why we need to stop looking at NPs like ministries - Why small business is the best hope for job creation globally- Who should be a mentor and why
Ryan King currently serves as Co-Founder and CEO at Ardent Mentoring, an organization dedicated to creating affordable access to world-class faith-based entrepreneurs who can help social entrepreneurs scale and multiply their impact. Ryan also serves as a Director of Philanthropy and Edification at Edify, an organization dedicated to improving and expanding Christ-centered education globally. Before Ardent & Edify, Ryan worked in educational development for Nexus Systems and was a Pastor at Inland Hills Community Church. He received a B.S. in Marketing from West Chester University in Pennsylvania, and a Masters in Theological Studies from the Seminary at Eastern University.
Want to learn more about Ryan King's work at Ardent Mentoring and find a mentor or maybe even become one yourself? Check out his website at https://www.ardentmentoring.org/

In this neurodiverse episode, Katherine McCord, President and Chief Product Officer of Titan Management, shares how she infuses engagement, curiosity, education, and definitely humor in her approach in guiding her clients to be the best versions of themselves.You will discover:- The biggest mismatch between candidates and companies- Why you want to ditch HR and build toward People Operations instead- The very personal reason why should CEOs and business leaders be paying attention to neurodiversity
From being the little girl who sold shares in her "company" and played HR (even firing her own mother!) to the traveling entrepreneur and speaker that she is now, Katherine McCord has had quite a journey! She currently lives in Florida and runs a company called Titan Management, which she founded in 2014 with the purpose of shaking up HR and recruiting. People Operations and Inclusion have become her passions, and she has dedicated her life to innovating and growing them. Her missions are: integrity, inclusion, and innovation, and she travels the globe evangelizing for them.
Want to learn more about Katherine McCord? Check out - her website at https://www.kmccordspeaking.co - her NeuroDiversity Community at www.jointheneuroverse.org - her company, Titan Management, at https://www.titanmanagementusa.com- and her LinkedIn profile at https://www.linkedin.com/in/katherine-mccord-093bb343/

In this dramatic episode, Achim Nowak, Founder and President of BRILLIANT BEST, shares how he helps successful leaders embrace their fourth act and all the joy that it brings.You will discover:- What to do when you're done and ready to sell your business or retire from your career- How do develop a new vision for the months and years ahead- Why you may not need bigger goals, and what you do need instead
Achim Nowak helps CEOs and C-Suite leaders around the world to show up with relaxed authority and amplify their impact. His clients include global enterprises such as Sanofi, Takeda, Owens Corning, HSBC Bank, Lonza, Assurant, Welbilt, Dover Corporation and Chart Industries. He is a TEDx speaker, the author of 3 books on Personal Presence, host of the MY FOURTH ACT Podcast, and has been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Fast Company, Forbes, Entrepreneur, MindBodyGreen and on NBC and NPR. He has an M.A. in Organizational Psychology and International Relations from New York University.
Want to learn more about Achim Nowak 's work at BRILLIANT BEST? Check out his website at https://achimnowak.com/

In this synergistic episode, Jasper Steinhausen, Founder of Business with Impact, shares how he has helped more than 100 companies create remarkable business results through sustainability.You will discover:- Why you don't have to choose between profitability and sustainability- Why government doesn’t hold the keys to sustainability and who does- How SMEs can use sustainable business practices to boost profitability and make an impact
Jasper Steinhausen is the founder and CEO of Business With Impact. He is a business consultant and a specialist in making sustainability profitable for SMEs in the manufacturing space. He is an appraised speaker and has presented on the subject of business and sustainability to well beyond 10,000 people ranging from board members and leadership teams to technical staff. He is the longest-running circular economy business consultant in the Nordic countries and has been an advisor for the Danish government on how to accelerate the green transition through their Green Transition Fund. 
Want to learn more about Jasper Steinhausen's work at Business with Impact? Check out his website at https://www.bwimpact.com/and get a copy of his book at https://www.amazon.com/Making-Sustainability-Profitable-thriving-business-ebook/dp/B0C5FQ2VXX/ref=sr_1_1

In this sales-focused episode, Doug C. Brown, CEO of CEO Sales Strategies, shares how he passes on his knowledge and experience which he obtained through four decades of studying and applying sound sales strategies for business success. You will discover:- The secret to selling like the top 1%- The CEOs role in sales and marketing- How to play the Founder/CEO card for success in Peer-to-Peer selling.
Doug started working for his family business at the age of three and has gone on to found or build 34 businesses. Through his personal experiences and studies, he has developed a unique methodology to increasing revenues which is transferrable to any company. He has advised companies such as Intuit, CBS Television, Procter & Gamble, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Nationwide, and Embassy Suites just to name a few. Today he owns a business consulting and training company, CEO Sales Strategies, where his company helps businesses and individuals sell at the top 1% globally. 
Want to learn more about Doug C. Brown's work at CEO Sales Strategies? Check out his website at https://ceosalesstrategies.com/and get a copy of his for free book, The Art and Science of Being a Nonstop 1% Earner in Sales at https://ceosalesstrategies.com/1pe 

In this holistic episode, Zoe Fragou, owner of FragouZoe.com, shares how she loves working with international teams and introducing them to alternative, healthier ways to achieve excellence, while empowering mental health, diversity and equality at the same time.You will discover:- How you can have a healthy culture and a toxic culture at the same time- Why something isn't inherently good just because it's hard- Why you don't want your employees to define themselves by their job
Mrs Fragou is an Organizational Psychologist with an MSc in Human Resources Management, a clinical psychologist license, a diploma in Business Coaching & Mentorship and a Certificate in Agile Leadership. At the moment, she is a PhD Candidate at Panteion University and her research is mainly focused on the psychometrics of the corporate culture. Alongside her academic interests, she is operating professionally in the full spectrum of her science, taking over projects of culture transformation, employee training and development, business coaching to name a few. She is a senior member of the Hellenic Institute of Coaching and was voted best career coach in the Global Coaching Conference of 2021.
Want to learn more about Zoe Fragou's work? Check out her website at https://www.fragouzoe.com/ and connect with her on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/fragouzoe/

In this doctoral episode, Michael Roub, Managing Partner and Consultant of Inflection 360, shares how he utilizes his expertise to provide strategic oversight to support needs of emerging healthcare groups and small businesses that are looking to develop and execute on a strategic plan.You will discover:- How true finance function is the key to scalability- Why treating your healthcare practice as a business is one of the best things you can do for your patients- Why you should re-write your business plan every year
Michael Roub is the Managing Partner and founder of Inflection 360. He has more than two decades of business expertise as a strategic advisor and consultant, corporate executive, and investment banker. Prior to starting Inflection 360, Michael had senior business development roles at Western Dental Services and US HealthWorks. Michael began his career as an investment banker with Donaldson, Lufkin & Jenrette where he advised clients on a wide range of capital raising, M&A and restructuring efforts. Michael has extensive experience with corporate development, mergers and acquisitions, and capital raising.
Want to learn more about Michael Roub's work at Inflection 360? Check out his website at https://inflection360.com

In this ecumenical episode, Shivani Gupta, shares how she worked with founders and leader around the globe and imparted her wisdom so their business can have clarity and take action to grow.You will discover:- Why globally over 80% of new businesses don’t make it past 3 years- How to discover what you don't know you know know- Why the way we hiring is not working and what you can do about it
Shivani works with leaders and founders who want to scale, get people to step up or manage their own wellness. Shivani has owned, scaled and exited several businesses from $0 to $5M. She has spoken in 18 countries to over a quarter of a million people, has authored 8 books, worked with over 250 companies and coached over 1500 leaders. After working with Shivani who will share her experience and wisdom, you will have clarity and action from the wisdom she shares.
Want to learn more about Shivani Gupta's work? Check out her website at https://www.askshivani.com/

In this vibrant episode, Michelle Page, Founder and Principal Consultant of SalesChasers, shares how she guided sales organizations to greater productivity and profitability for over thirty years by distinguishing this difference, building teams, training skills, and growing revenue.You will discover:- Why your sales problem probably isn't a sales problem- How each leadership style helps and hurts scaling your sales- How to approach sales if your want to achieve Predictable Success
Michelle Page knows what it takes to lead a winning team. Her experience has been honed by working with CORT Furniture, CoStar Group, Bluefin Payment Systems, Leapfrog Online, FleetCor Technologies, and W.W. Grainger, to name a few top companies. She earned a Bachelor of Business Administration from John Carroll University and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Georgia. Her expertise ranges from solopreneur to Fortune 500 and across industries with an emphasis on SaaS/ PaaS, technology, fintech/ banking services/ payments, healthcare, business and professional services and manufacturing.
Want to learn more about Michelle Page's work at SalesChasers? Check out her website at https://saleschasers.com/

In this soulful episode, Benj Miller, Co-Founder & Chief Architect of System and Soul, LLC, shares how his new book, Renegades, unlocks success for founders who want the freedom to be true to themselves AND the implement the least structure necessary to build a more scalable, sustainable, and enjoyable company. You will discover:- How to let your organization grow up without selling out- Why renegade leaders should ignore most of the advice about what they "should do" - Why the transformation from founder to leader is worth it
Authenticity, breaking the rules, and creating clarity are the core of Benj Miller’s life and work. He’s founded ten businesses in his eighteen years of entrepreneurial experience. He now dedicates his time to helping other business owners catalyze growth through the System & Soul Framework and find game-changing breakthroughs in the process. As an advocate for all businesses running on System & Soul™, Benj also co-hosts the System & Soul podcast with Chris White and co-founded the S2 Sync app. He lives in Atlanta, GA with his wife of twenty-two years and their four amazing kids.
Want to get your copy of Renegades? You can find it on Amazon at https://a.co/d/9RmrUlr and connect with Benj at https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjmilleratl/

In this leading edge episode, Emma Maslen, CEO & Founder of inspir'em ltd, shares her own rags to riches story and how she helps others create a personal board to help get them the wisdom and advice they need to succeed now and in the face of tomorrow's challenges as well.You will discover:- Why you should start building a personal board of advisors- Why as a founder you should avoid a board of directors until you have to have one- How to approach someone who you want on your personal board
Emma Maslen has 20 plus years’ experience in the technology sector working for household names such as Sun Microsystems, BMC Software, and SAP Concur & Ping Identity. Emma has extensive technology go-to-market experience in multiple geographies. Now an angel investor, NED, start-up strategist, coach and consultant - Emma uses her industry experience and skills to help companies and individuals achieve their potential. Emma is IOD certified, part of the Henley School for Coaching Alumni and also Hogan Certified.
Want to learn more about Emma Maslen's work at inspir'em Ltd? Check out her website at https://www.inspirem.coach/. You can also get a copy of her book and find a wealth of resources at https://www.emmamaslen.com 

In this beyond-IP episode, Erin Austin, Owner of Think Beyond IP, shares how she left the corporate world helping big businesses get bigger to help expert-focused founders to move from hourly to exit.You will discover:- Why AI is not the biggest threat to knowledge businesses and what is- What IP you already have but may not know it- The biggest mistake founders make when trying to protect their IP
A graduate of Harvard Law School, Erin Austin is a consultant and lawyer who uses her 25+ years of practicing law, to help female founders of expertise-based firms build and protect saleable assets so that the business is ready to sell when the founder is ready to exit. Erin’s experience as a lawyer and as an executive--at the intersection of business and the law--informs the elevated legal and strategic business advice she provides to her clients. Her experience includes roles as COO and general counsel for including Warner Brothers, Lionsgate (formerly known as Artisan), MGM, Teaching Strategies, and M3 USA Corp.
Want to learn more about Erin Austin's work at Think Beyond IP? Check out her website at https://www.thinkbeyondip.com/ or connect with her on LInked in at https://www.linkedin.com/in/erinaustin/ 

In this zealous episode, Faris Aranki, Founder and CEO of Shiageto Consulting, shares how his passion for improving strategic effectiveness within all businesses and individuals led to the establishment of Shiageto Consulting.You will discover:- How to stress test the quality of your ideas- The one reason the vast majority of strategic plans fall short- Why the perfect strategy and all the right people still might fail to follow through
Faris Aranki has experienced first-hand the fine differences between strategic success and failure. Faris has worked to distil his knowledge of how to solve complex problems in a structured manner combined with his skill on engaging effectively with others and his ability to quickly determine the barriers to a strategy's success. One of his career highlights include 12 years working as a strategy consultant at AT Kearney, EY, Baringa and FTI Consulting. His work has spanned numerous companies (from global behemoths to small start-ups), in numerous countries, across a range of sectors, supporting them all to unlock strategic success.
Want to learn more about Frais Aranki's work at Shiageto Consulting? Check out his website at https://www.shiageto.com/ or connect with him on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/farisaranki/

In this colorful episode, Peter H Christian, Owner of PeteChristianBooks.com, shares how he applies his 40 years of experience to bring practical knowledge to solve problems and to help his clients grow and succeed.You will discover:- Why does additional production not always equal additional profit?- Why you should be weary of "investing in the future" if it doesn't directly produce profitable growth- How to reduce costs without killing jobs
Peter H. Christian was a founding partner and president of espi, a business consulting firm in Northeastern PA. Previously he was an Executive at Crayola Corporation and played a key role in the 700% growth of the company. He has 40+ years of experience in strategic and facility planning, CI, lean, and supply chain. He has helped companies to realize millions of dollars in cost reductions and profit improvements adding and retaining thousands of jobs. He has authored the Amazon bestselling business books, “What About the Vermin Problem?” and “Influences and Influencers”.
Want to learn more about Peter H Christian's work at Pete Christian Books? Check out his website at https://petechristianbooks.com/ or connect with him on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-christian-2723b69/

In this insightful episode, Chad Willardson, Founder and President of Pacific Capital, shares how he helps 8 and 9 figure entrepreneurs enjoy increased lifestyle and financial freedom by removing their stress about money, increasing their cash flow and freeing up a ton of their time.You will discover:- Difference between an outside wealth management and a your internal CFO- How and when you should think about an exit- How you could save millions in taxes by using the right strategies`
Chad Willardson is the Founder and President of Pacific Capital, a fiduciary wealth advisory firm serving high-net-worth entrepreneurs and families. Alongside being one of the top wealth management experts in the country, Willardson is also the Co-Founder of GravyStack, a banking app for kids and teens, the Best-Selling Author of "Smart, Not Spoiled,” and Co-Host of "The Smart Money Parenting Show" #2 Podcast on Apple worldwide for Parenting, Kids & Family. He loves being a brainstorming partner for his client’s business, financial, and personal decisions.
Want to learn more about Chad Willardson's work at Pacific Capital? Check out his website at https://pacificcapital.com/

In this high-octane episode, Paul Teasdale, Founder of Paul Teasdale, shares how he helps teams get the right amount of data to drive stunning success again and again and again.In this episode you will discover- How to clearly identify all the results that you really want- What Infobesity is and how to avoid it- Why you may not want to copy someone else's great process
Paul helps people perform using insights from his 7 years working with Formula 1 team McLaren, whilst also incorporating lessons from other high performance organization that he has worked with. From sausage making to banking to Formula 1, and lots of other stuff in between, working in both the UK and in New Zealand, Paul has plenty of stories to tell and lessons to share. He helps his clients bring an F1 performance mindset to their organization.
Want to learn more about Paul's work at Paul Teasdale? Check out his website at https://paulteasdale.co.uk/

In this myth-busting episode, Larissa Soehn, CEO of Next Page Publishing, shares how she guides her clients to write their own books to show off their expertise in their field thus helping their business grow.You will discover:- Whether or not you should write a book- What the key to success is for aspiring authors - and why so many entrepreneurs already have it- The truth about the many myths that surround book publishing
Larissa Soehn is an international bestselling author and the CEO of Next Page Publishing. Next Page Publishing is proud to serve and support coaches as they look for ways to boost their businesses and become leaders in their industries. As the company’s founder, Larissa’s mission is to help aspiring authors unleash the power of their book on the world and use it to grow their businesses. She helps women entrepreneurs who are struggling to make their business stand out from the crowd and feel like they are missing out on making connections with their ideal clients.
Want to learn more about Larissa Soehn's work at Next Page Publishing? Check out her website at https://www.nextpagepublishing.net.

In this crystal clear and compelling episode, Ty Hoesgen, Founder & CEO of Advanced Growth Institute , shares how he uses his formula to help professionals rapidly improve their skills, become elite communicators, and take their careers to the next level.You will discover:- How introverts can become elite communicators- Why extraverts need communication coaching too- How to orchestrate your team meetings to get the very best ideas and solutions from everyone
Ty Hoesgen is a top communication coach, #1 best-selling author, and the Founder of Advanced Growth Institute. He helps professionals from around the world communicate with confidence, charisma, and clarity — so they can become strong, influential leaders, make more money, and advance their careers. Motivated by his past struggles, Ty has spent many years and thousands of hours researching, practicing, and experimenting in order to master the world of communication. Determined to make others’ journeys less painful than his own, he’s dedicated his life to figuring out the success formula for communication skills.
Want to learn more about TY and his work at Advanced Growth Institute? Check out his website at https://www.advancedgrowthinstitute.com/ or connect with him on LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/tyhoesgen/ or Instagram instagram.com/tyhoesgen/

In this masculine episode, Peter Taylor, Co-Founder & CXO of The Awakened Man Project, shares how he helps successful men release their brakes, get out their own way and become even more financially successful, while getting their time back and finding more fulfilment and joy in their relationships.You will discover:- Why you may need to quit your own company- How to overcome your biggest foe in business, you- And the true cost of playing it safe and small
Pete’s journey exemplifies the transformative power of adversity. He built his own company with a team of 18 and 70% growth year on year. He left his company to begin the climb of his second mountain; building a community of men and help them and himself to achieve self-actualization. Simultaneously excelling in the corporate world, Pete scaled a startup into a renowned London design firm. Now, holding pivotal roles in multiple companies, Pete provides valuable consultation, optimizing businesses and sharing insights on resilience and mindset. Pete is a father, has mentored and built multiple 7-figure+ businesses and coaches men on resilience, discipline and character forging.
Want to learn more about Peter Taylor's work at Heroic Man? Check out his website at heroicman.com and his audio mini-series on overcoming self-sabotage at innerenemy.com

In this star-studded episode, Mitch Russo, shares how he became independently wealthy at the age of 42 by founding, scaling and selling a software business, then went on to coach thousands of leaders, and now helps coaches help even more clients. There is something in this episode for everyone.You will discover:- How to approach selling your company (and why you may not want to take the first offer)- How to leverage certification to dramatically cut costs, transform them into revenue, and boost your bottom line- How coaches can use systems, processes, and software to boost their clients' results and build a thriving business
Mitch Russo co-founded Timeslips Corp, which was the largest time tracking Software Company in the world. In 1994, Timeslips Corp was sold to Sage, PLC for 8-figures. While at Sage, he went on to run all of Sage U.S. as Chief Operating Officer, a division with 300 people with a market cap in excess of $100M. Mitch joined Chet Holmes and Tony Robbins and created Business Breakthroughs, Int'l, a company serving thousands of businesses a year with coaching, consulting and training services. His software for coaches; ClientFol.io fills a void in the coaching software marketplace by helping coaches make their clients more productive with goal tracking and accountability. 
Want to learn more about Mitch Russo's work at MindfulGuidance, LLC? Check out his website at https://MitchRusso.com

In part 2 of our 2-part special celebrating the 100th episode of The Secrets of the High Demand Coach Podcast AND Scott Ritzheimer's new book The Founder's Evolution, he and Les McKeown go deeper into the practical next steps you can start implementing today to further your journey as a truly successful founder.You will discover:- Why being highly competent becomes highly problematic- Why you should stop calling yourself founder today- Why you are probably thinking about succession completely wrong
Scott helped start nearly 20,000 new businesses and nonprofits and with his business partner started led their multimillion-dollar business through an exceptional and extended growth phase (over 10 years of double-digit growth) all before he turned 35.He founded Scale Architects to help founders and CEOs identify and implement the one essential strategy they need right now to get them on the fast track to Predictable Success.
Instantly download your free copy of Scott's book The Founder's Evolution at https://www.scalearchitects.com/founders .

In our 100th episode, we turn the mics around and Les McKeown, Founder and CEO of Predictable Success, host this special 2-part series, and interviews Scott Ritzheimer about his exciting new book, The Founders Evolution: Conquering the Journey Every Founder Must Face.You will discover:- Why your relatively nimble organization's growth has slowed, even though your giving it all you've got!- What the biggest limiting factor is for your organization's ability to scale.- How you can setup your organization to thrive when you are gone, even if right not it is way too dependent on you.
Scott helped start nearly 20,000 new businesses and nonprofits and with his business partner started led their multimillion-dollar business through an exceptional and extended growth phase (over 10 years of double-digit growth) all before he turned 35.He founded Scale Architects to help founders and CEOs identify and implement the one essential strategy they need right now to get them on the fast track to Predictable Success.
Instantly download your free copy of Scott's book The Founder's Evolution at https://www.scalearchitects.com/founders.

In this specialized episode, Michael Ficara, Founder of The MAGS Group, LLC, shares how he applies his vast experience to provide insight about how to simpify your work as a founder to create more success with a fraction of the stressYou will discover:- How to break free from the entrepreneurial cliches that are holding you back- The cost of those blindspots that you don't or won't see- How to leverage strategy and system to scale your success
Mike Ficara is a seasoned entrepreneur and consultant. His core focus is on the growth and scaling strategies for businesses of any size. Mike has had the opportunity to work in a variety of industries over his career going from the classroom to the boardroom. He has taken existing businesses and allowed them to see massive growth and stability through a variety of techniques, consulting for small and large companies such as NEC, Nestle, Brand Ethos, and Top Score Writing among others. Mike is the author of Like Socks On A Rooster and hosts The Start Down Podcast and also the 3 Points Podcast with his son Anthony.
Want to learn more about Michael Ficara's work at The MAGS Group, LLC? Check out his website at https://mikeficara.com/

In this deluxe episode, Elizabeth Solaru, Founder of Luxury Business Emporium, shares how she, through creativity and sheer hard work, built her company up into a world-renowned luxury brand and how she can help you do the same thing for your business.You will discover:- How to sell to high-net-worth (and ultra-high-net-worth) clients- The mindset shifts you need to make to sell luxury- A step-by-step process for moving your product or service "up-market"
Elizabeth Solaru is a former a scientist and headhunter turned business coach and strategist. She has honed her expertise in understanding luxury clients having successfully set up and run the world-renowned and multi-award-winning atelier Elizabeth's Cake Emporium and the Luxury Business Emporium. Elizabeth is the co-host of the Luxury Business Podcast and Luxury News Weekly Podcast, and is considered to be a leading expert in the world of luxury selling.
Want to learn more about Elizabeth Solaru's work at Luxury Business Emporium? You can connect with her on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-solaru-1ba901/ and check out her website at https://www.luxurybusinessemporium.com.

In this systematic episode, Samantha Whisnant, Owner of Systems with Sam, shares how she help coaches and service providers scale their online businesses to multi-six and seven figures with simple systems and automation.You will discover:- The first systems you need for your business- How to take a full month off- How to hire your first employee
Sam Whisnant set out on her entrepreneurial journey feeling totally unprepared. However, after tackling everything from copywriting to managing and coaching 20+ member masterminds, she realized you don’t need an MBA, a full-time team, or the most expensive tools on the market to build a thriving business. All you really need are the right systems in place that support your growth. Now, she thrives in helping growing entrepreneurs set up systems so they can organize and automate their businesses, hire and onboard the first team member with ease, and stay focused in their zone of genius as much as possible.
Want to learn more about Samantha Whisnant's work at Systems with Sam? Check out her website at https://systemswithsam.com and discover exactly what systems you need with her free quiz at https://systemswithsam.com/quiz

In this expressive episode, Mike Acker, Founder and CEO of ADVANCE, Coaching and Consulting, shares how he helped over 500 clients develop confidence in their leadership and communication, in order to deliver incredible presentations to influence their audiences.You will discover:- The true source of effective communication- How to set up a meeting for success (and save 30% of your time doing it)- The role of practice and preparation in effective communication
Mike Acker is an executive communication coach, a keynote speaker, and the author of ten books, including SPEAK WITH CONFIDENCE. His clients come from startups to Fortune 500 companies among others, professional sports, international agencies, churches, relief organizations, and celebrities. Such companies include Microsoft, ADOBE, INOAPPS, Phusion Projects, and IMF. He passionately coaches business professionals to lead and speak with confidence. His books have been translated into several languages. His first book is designated as the #1 book on overcoming fear of speaking on Forbes.com.
Want to learn more about Mike Acker's work at ADVANCE, Coaching and Consulting? You can get a copy of his book Speak With Confidence on Amazon and check out his website at https://www.mikeacker.com/

In this proficient episode, Manfred Gollent, Founder and CEO of QLI International LLC, shares how he helps his clients to become the most effective leaders and culture innovators that they can be.You will discover:- Why what you thought was leadership is actually just contribution.- The one job every leader must accomplish- The key to managing a remote workforce
Manfred Gollent enjoyed a successful career in the global corporate world for some 30+ years. His executive roles included leading the facilitation of strategy development and business improvement processes for subsidiaries in four continents. Throughout his professional career he has acquired extensive experience in all areas of management including marketing, sales, financial operations, product development and manufacturing. He served on company Boards in Norway, U.K., France, Belgium, Spain, Singapore, Taiwan, Australia, and U.S.A. His industry expertise includes aviation and cargo services, industrial manufacturing in global systems, medical services, and not for profit organizations.
Want to learn more about Manfred Gollent's work at QLI International LLC? Check out his website at www.qli-international.com

In this no-bs episode, Donnie Boivin, Founder and CEO of Success Champions, shares how he helps his clients identify and create the strategies that will catapult their business to the next level and help them remove the head trash that is keeping them from doing the tasks needed to grow their dream business.You will discover:- Why sales are everything but not enough to get your small business off the ground- What you need to know but no one will tell you before you start a business- How to never fail even though you never stay still
Donnie Boivin is a five-time best-selling Author and entrepreneur and serves as CEO and Founder of Success Champions and Success Champion Networking. Donnie is considered one of the leading global minds on sales, business development, and business growth. Donnie is a community builder at heart — he builds champions. Today he helps small business owners leverage sales and business development to grow and then scale their business' through Success Champion Networking, Badass Business Summit, Champions Table Masterminds, and the Champions 90 Challenge
Want to learn more about Donnie Boivin's work at Success Champions? Check out his website at https://donnieboivin.com/ or text the word "success", to 817-318-6030 to get in touch with him.

In this high-impact episode, Ron Brewster, Executive Director of Mission Builders International, shares how he and his team help nonprofits around the world discover the right size and right strategies for success so they can see their mission fulfilled.You will discover:- How to manage mission creep- Why you should start saying no- The role of systems
Ron Brewster came into Youth with a Mission or YWAM in 1987. Aside from 3 years on staff at a Foursquare church in Roseburg, Oregon, his ministry career has been largely dedicated to YWAM. In 2002 he became the Director at YWAM Montana. In June 2011, Ron received a Master’s in Leadership. Ron has traveled to 50 countries. He served for five years as the Managing Director of YWAM San Diego Baja. Currently, he is the co-director of Mission Builders International or MBI. MBI provides leadership support, practical resources, and volunteer placement to YWAM locations worldwide. 
Want to learn more about Ron Brewster's work at Mission Builders International? Check out his website at https://www.missionbuilders.org/

In this entrepreneurial episode, Olga Kirillova, Co-Founder of mettaCOaching, shares how she and her husband started a business in 2020 in the middle of the pandemic with very little resources, achieved success on their terms, and help other founders and leaders do the same.In this episode you will discover:- How to clarify the vision for what you truly want for your business- Role of hard work in a lifestyle business- How to find a profitable market as quickly as possible
Olga spent over a decade in business heading up teams and managing up to $2bn businesses within the likes of Adidas and Wayfair. But, she realized she just wanted to have more time for her family. So she and her partner started their own coaching business in 2020. They built a thriving business, without a website, without an email list, and with a horde of followers on Instagram. The best part was she could spend 8 months of the year traveling with her family, enjoying a flexible schedule while doing it all with lots of energy she has ever had. She now helps other founders, owners, and busy professionals create the life they truly desire.
Want to learn more about Olga Kirillova's work at mettaCOaching? Check out her website at http://mettacoaching.com

In this pertinent episode, Valerie Trapunsky, Founder and CEO of ChatterBoss, shares how she and her team built a product that clients can trust to reliably deliver instant, personalized and thoughtful service.You will discover:- Why would should delegate even tasks you like- What a Chief of Staff staff can do for you- What 1000 assistants said are the top three things they need
After a decade spent working as a top-level assistant for A-list celebrities and as the Chief of Staff for high-net-worth individuals and CEOs, Valerie Trapunsky founded ChatterBoss in 2017. She developed a passion for effective problem-solving and became committed to bringing the same level of excellent service to solo entrepreneurs, business owners, and executives ready to scale. At ChatterBoss, they strive to solve customer needs through a combination of intelligent technology, intelligent systems, and most importantly, intelligent people. 
Want to learn more about Valerie Trapunsky's work at ChatterBoss? Check out her website at https://www.chatterboss.com/

In this immersed episode, Maureen Russakoff, Co-founder and Co-owner of Coach to The Best, shares how she uses the lessons she learned in public performance and improv, to help high-growth entrepreneurs and their leadership teams overcome upper-limit barriers and develop their leadership skills to reach their full potential in a very surprising way.You will discover:- Why you should play more at work- The difference between managing robots vs people- How to keep your team and relationships on track with the drift and shift technique.
As a partner in the Coach to The Best, Maureen “Moe” Russakoff is passionate about developing leadership and communication skills. She has authored a unique three-step system (AMT) for expanding our stress responses beyond fight and flight. She is a Conscious Living, Conscious Loving, Big Leap Certified Coach, and one of four people designated as 5 Chairs and 5 Choices Ambassadors in the United States. In group or Forum settings, Moe is delighted to use Improv games and techniques; “You can discover more about a person in an hour of play than a year of conversation.”—Plato.
Want to learn more about Maureen Russakoff's work at Coach to The Best? Check out her website at https://coachtothebest.com/

In this poignant episode, Eric Twiggs, Author of The Discipline of Now, shares how he helps entrepreneurs and business leaders excel by showing them how to manage time effectively and exploring their gifts and talents.You will discover:- The surprising cost of not having a ... boss- Why pessimists are more likely to procrastinate- 2 powerful principles to prevent procrastination
Eric M. Twiggs is a founding partner and president of The What Now Movement. His mission is to build high-performing entrepreneurs, authors, and career professionals, who are prepared for life’s unexpected curveballs. He is the author of The Discipline of Now: 12 Practical Principles to Overcome Procrastination. The Discipline of Now has been recognized as a Global Top Ten Finalist for the 2020 Author Elite Awards in the category of Best Self-Help Book. This recognition was based on the combination of the following criteria: cover design, content, popularity, and social contribution.
Want to learn more about Eric Twigg's work at Eric M. Twiggs? Check out his website at http://www.ericmtwiggs.com/

In this on-the-nose episode, Ann Carden, Founder and CEO of A. Carden Inc. shares how she took the lessons she learned successfully launching and selling multiple businesses and packaged it up in a program that helps coaches build a business to fully harness their remarkable expertise.You will discover:- How to know if you are ready to scale- Why the answer is not another clever marketing strategy- How to build a million-dollar coaching business
Ann Carden is a Strategic Business Growth Consultant and Marketing & Sales Coach, CEO of A. Carden Inc., and founder of the “Expert in You” brand and programs. She is a 3x Author & #1 Int. Bestselling Author, Speaker, and podcast host of “EXPERT IN YOU.” Ann has more than 41 years of business, marketing, and sales experience. She spent 13 years in corporate business management managing multiple-million-dollar departments for a multi-billion-dollar national retail corporation. Since 2010, Ann has helped hundreds of coaches, consultants, and service businesses add hundreds of thousands and millions of dollars to their business in over fifty different types of businesses. 
Want to learn more about Ann Carden's work at A. Carden Inc? Get instant access to her free webinar on landing 5 or 6-figure deals in as little as 7 days by unlocking the Expert in You at expertinyouaccelerator.com and check out her website at https://annlcarden.com/

In this vibrant episode, Jamie Seeker, Owner and Principal Consultant of Seeker Solution, LLC, shares how she and her team of consultants have used their talents to improvethe operations of different business organizations covering multiple industries.You will discover:- You don’t have to (read can't) do it all yourself- Why un-delegating can't be an option- How to bring out the best in your team
Jamie Seeker is the owner of Seeker Solution, LLC; a business consulting firm that delivers strategic planning, financial management, training and development, human resources, marketing strategy, and operations management solutions. She and her team of consultants have used their talents to improve business operations at non-profits and charities, large franchises, retail, industrial, civic, and locally owned private businesses covering multiple industries. She loves her community and has a passion for outreach. She has the ability to work with many different diverse groups in order to accomplish a common goal.
Want to learn more about Jamie Seeker's work at Seeker Soultion, LLC? Check out her website at https://seekersolution.com

In this introspective episode, Rich Russakoff, CEO & Founder of Coach to the Best, shares how he attained a solid reputation based on cutting-edge knowledge combined with his make-it-simple / make-it-happen approach.You will discover:- Why 20% of Fortune 500s were GONE in two years- How you have to evolve as a founder through each stage of the journey- How to build the pillars of a foundation for success in your organization
Rich Russakoff is an internationally acclaimed business coach, speaker, author, and serial entrepreneur. He brings more than 45 years of experience successfully starting and developing businesses, working with CEOs and other entrepreneurs, training, consulting, and business brokering. Rich offers fresh eyes to business owners, allowing them to see things they would otherwise not see. Recently, Rich presented ‘Taking the Big Leap’ for the Entrepreneurial Master’s Program at MIT. 
Want to learn more about Rich Russakoff's work at Coach to the Best? Check out his website at https://coachtothebest.com/

In this unbelievable episode, Joseph Drolshagen, Founder of IFGT Life Coaching LLC, shares how he helps entrepreneurs achieve unrealistic (10x or more) growth in a matter of months.You will discover:- The power of developing a dynamic vision for all areas of your life- How to unlock not only knowing the right thing but also doing the right thing- Why coaching didn’t work for you in the past (and what you can do differently)
Joey Drolshagen has carved his own path in the coaching world and has ‘been there, done that’ when it comes to career transitions. He created the SMT™ or Subconscious Mindset Training™ method which is specifically designed to rewire the brainwaves and shift his client’s subconscious conditioning, bringing it into direct alignment with what he desires, so he attracts the things he desires to achieve. He now helps individuals break down the blocks that have been holding them hostage, and align with their deepest desires to easily create lives of purpose, and live with passion and fulfillment.
Want to learn more about Joseph Drolshagen's work at IFGT Life Coaching, LLC? Check out his website at https://www.josephadrolshagen.com

In this inspirational episode, Dr. Jane Lovas, Owner of Lovas Consulting, shares how she creates a powerful coaching experience that enrolls her clients in the leader’s success, increasing their productivity and innovation while reducing turnover.You will discover:- Why you should invite your clients and colleagues into your coaching journey- 3 things you can do to build a more effective organization- The counterintuitive approach to boosting your profits
Dr. Jane Lovas has over 30 years of experience as a software developer, Technology Leader, and Consultant. She is the Principal and Owner of Lovas Consulting, a coaching and consulting provider for Women Leaders in Technology. Jane has her Ph. D. in Organizational Behavior and Master’s in Information Systems. She has consulted for companies such as Booz Allen Hamilton Inc., Washington Mutual Inc., Fannie Mae, Nextel Communications, and XO Communications where she has a proven track record of successfully turning around failing projects while improving morale, communication, and team cohesiveness. 
Want to learn more about Dr. Jane Lovas' work at Lovas Consulting? Check out her website at https://lovasconsulting.com

In this breakthrough episode, John Cottrell, Founder of Breakthrough Leadership, shares how he helps his clients through the process of ‘Breakthrough Leadership’ which identifies and addresses the root cause of his clients’ challenges, so they can achieve self-mastery and optimum performance.You will discover:- Why the 'strong silent type' is bad for business- How to overcome imposter syndrome once and for all- How to create lasting breakthroughs that will improve every area of your life
John Cottrell specializes in Executive Leadership Coaching. He helps successful leaders obtain what money cannot buy. This is renewed confidence; killing off imposter syndrome once and for all, or simply giving them the gift of being happy again. John leans on principles and methodologies including NLP, CBT, timeline therapy, and hypnotherapy, which all come together to generate transformational results through driven action. With over 11 years of experience in coaching, he is experienced in his craft, and his proven coaching techniques have seen him amass a long list of accolades and references.
Want to learn more about John Cottrell's work at Breakthrough Leadership? Check out his website at https://breakthroughleadership.co.uk/

In this transformative episode, Tanessa Shears, Owner of Tanessa Shears Consulting, shares how she went from being a swimming instructor wading in a cold pool for hours every day to helping 6&7 figure entrepreneurs double their energy and focus so they can show up in their business and life at their very best.You will discover:- The surprisingly simple but counter-intuitive first step to doubling your focus and energy- Why most of the talk on eating right misses the mark for entrepreneurs- How to overcome stress and build resiliency by adding the right stress at the right time
Tanessa Shears is a Kinesiologist, Certified Sleep Science Coach, and health consultant who helps entrepreneurs double their energy and focus so they can make more money in their business with her 12 Becoming Limitless Protocols. She works closely with business owners to eliminate brain fog and wake up well-rested so they can get more done in less time, maintain consistent, stable energy throughout the day, and feel better than they have in years. Tanessa is also the host of The Becoming Limitless Podcast, sharing her expertise on optimizing health and focus for business success.
Want to learn more about Tanessa Shear's work at Tanessa Shears Consulting? Check out her website at https://tanessashears.com/

In this fiery episode, Bernadette Boas, Executive Coach of Ball of Fire Inc, shares how she partners with HR leaders, team managers, and corporate professionals to transform themselves, their teams, and the business, so everyone takes part in achieving massive success.You will discover:- How to beat big corporate by changing the rules of the game- The unfair advantage every entrepreneur has but very few use- Why customers are really saying no (it's not because you charge too much) and what you can do about it
Bernadette Boas is a renowned ball of fire in everything she does, from her transformative leadership coaching, training, and speaking, to playing pickleball and loving on tons of dogs she cares for in her free time. Within Ball of Fire Coaching, Bernadette brings her twenty-five-year corporate executive savviness with her entrepreneurial spirit to transforming the lives of executives, teams, and businesses around the globe from so-so contributors to the powerhouse leaders they’re meant to be, in their work and life. Bernadette resides in Atlanta, Georgia with her four-legged best friend, Coco.
Want to learn more about Bernadette Boas' work at Ball of Fire Coaching? Check out her website at https://balloffirecoaching.com

In this resilient episode, Nicole Wright, Founder and CEO of Mahone Consulting, shares how she teaches women to stop worrying about climbing the corporate ladder and build their own ladder instead.You will discover:- Why your purpose and passion are essential for success as an entrepreneur- How to overcome the debilitating fear of success- How to avoid the wrong coach when starting a business
Nicole Wright is a Holistic Business Coach and a Business Development & Strategy Consultant. She has 15 years of experience in helping female entrepreneurs lean into their feminine energy and boldly dominate their niche as a CEO. In 2009, at the peak of her coaching practice, she found out she had a birth defect called Chiari Malformation II, which required two brain surgeries and forced her to quit working. She went through rehabilitation and started coaching again in 2017.
Want to learn more about Nicole Wright's work at Mahone Consulting? Check out her website at https://www.mahoneconsulting.com