Business Growth & Scaling Episodes

In the whirlwind of running a business, it's easy to get lost in the complexity and chaos. Michael McGinty, founder of FP360, joins the show to reveal how the most successful entrepreneurs transform that complexity into crystal-clear clarity. Drawing from his fascinating career path—from fisheries observer to a manufacturing "firefighter"—Michael shares his powerful "go and see" philosophy for getting to the root of any business challenge. This episode is a masterclass in strategic execution, te...

Are you constantly dealing with "people problems" in your business? According to Nissim Maimon, most organizational challenges trace back to one root cause: misalignment at the top. In this episode, Nissim unpacks his Conscious Architecture Framework, revealing how your inner state as a leader directly impacts your team’s performance, culture, and bottom line. This isn't just theory; it's a practical guide to making the inner and outer shifts required for sustainable growth and a culture where p...

In this episode, Jason Roland, CEO of Varex Solutions, bridges the gap between the strategic mindset of a gamer and the structured world of enterprise-level IT. Jason reveals how his love for games like Dungeons & Dragons taught him resource management and system thinking, skills he now uses to uncover hundreds of millions of dollars in savings for his clients. For wantrepreneurs and entrepreneurs, this episode is a masterclass in building a business on a solid foundation. You'll learn why peopl...

Ever wonder how to build a business that offers a truly high-touch, concierge-level experience that actually scales? In this episode, Jill Dillingham, founder of Tight Ship Advisors, pulls back the curtain on how she did just that. It all started when she identified a critical need within her own family—a gap between traditional wealth management and the day-to-day financial and lifestyle administration people desperately need. Jill transformed this personal problem into a national company that ...

In a world overflowing with powerful but confusing AI tools, how do you separate the shiny objects from the systems that truly scale your business? This episode cuts through the noise with Doby Lanete, the founder of DobotAI, an automation and AI systems agency. Doby shares his incredible journey from a computer science grad with zero clients to scaling an agency in just a few months by focusing on action over perfection. This episode is packed with value for any entrepreneur feeling stuck in ma...

In this powerhouse episode, 40-year banking veteran and business coach Chip Higgins reveals why momentum is not just a buzzword, but a universal law of physics that dictates business success. Drawing from his #1 bestselling book, "The Bizzics Way," Chip breaks down the simple yet profound formula of Mass x Velocity to demystify how businesses truly grow. This episode is a must-listen for any entrepreneur feeling stuck or overwhelmed, as Chip provides a practical framework to build unstoppable fo...

Ever feel like you weren't "born" to be a leader? This episode will change your mind. We sit down with Abrahm DiMarco, a West Point graduate and 20+ year Army veteran who has turned a lifetime of high-stakes leadership experience into a powerhouse consulting firm. Abrahm demolishes the myth that leadership is reserved for the C-suite, proving it's a practical, learnable skill essential for everyone in an organization. For wantrepreneurs and entrepreneurs, this episode is a masterclass in develop...

Isaiah Centifanto is the ultimate example of an entrepreneur driven by curiosity and a desire to help others. He takes us on his incredible journey from a small town in Montana to the Air Force, to becoming a cloud architect for major firms, and finally, to quitting his six-figure job to launch Integritas Cloud Solutions—a tech solutions company for the small and medium-sized businesses that big tech often overlooks. This episode is a masterclass in balancing ambition with a fulfilling life, fil...

Jamie Henning of J Force joins the show to demystify one of the most overlooked yet critical parts of any business: operations. She reveals why even the most brilliant founders get stuck in a reactive cycle of chaos and how building a solid operational foundation is the key to sustainable growth. This episode is a masterclass for any entrepreneur feeling overwhelmed, showing you how to stop trying to clone yourself and start building systems that allow you to move faster, think bigger, and breat...

In a world that praises hustle culture, Neel Tulsyan is building a different kind of operating system—one for our emotional clarity. In this episode, Neel, the founder of AurePsi Systems, shares his journey from a personal struggle during the pandemic to creating a technology-driven mental wellness company. He reveals how a simple conversation with ChatGPT sparked the idea for an app that helps people turn reflection into real-world change through simple, powerful systems. This episode is a mast...

Shain Noor, a software engineer with a background at NASA and Elon Musk's The Boring Company, joins the show to pull back the curtain on building Silvia, his AI-powered personal CFO. Shain reveals how he and his co-founder scaled Silvia from a simple idea to over 12,000 users and $30 billion in connected assets with just a four-person team. This episode is a masterclass for any entrepreneur on how to leverage user feedback, prioritize features, and use AI to solve complex real-world problems. Tu...

Get ready to step into the future with Adam Hopkins, a veteran founder, inventor, and CEO who is pioneering the next frontier of technology: digitizing the sense of touch. In this episode, Adam breaks down how his company, Sensetics, is developing the hardware and software to allow us to feel digital objects and experiences. This conversation goes far beyond a cool tech demo; it’s a masterclass in identifying groundbreaking opportunities at the intersection of science and business. For any wantr...

In this episode, we sit down with Zeyno Dodd, the co-founder of AlgiSense, who is pioneering a technology that could change healthcare forever. Zeyno shares her incredible journey from being a self-proclaimed "engineer maker" obsessed with solving puzzles to becoming an entrepreneur tackling one of humanity's most subjective experiences: pain. She breaks down how her team is using EEG data and ethical AI to create an objective way to measure pain, moving beyond the outdated "1 to 10" scale. For ...

Ready to move from thinking about your business to strategically scaling it? This episode with Breven Thomas, founder of ScaleSmart Leadership, is your masterclass in smart, sustainable growth. Breven pulls back the curtain on his journey from cold-calling sales rep to building a seven-figure business, revealing the systems and mindset shifts that made it all possible. This isn't just theory; it's a practical guide to building a business that lasts. You'll learn why peer advisory groups are an e...

In this episode, Connor O'Hearn completely reframes how entrepreneurs should view artificial intelligence. He introduces the game-changing concept of AI as a "navigation system for business"—a dynamic, layered GPS that guides you through complex decisions, rather than just being another static tool. For wantrepreneurs and entrepreneurs, this episode is a masterclass in leveraging AI to fill skill gaps, process overwhelming amounts of data, and make smarter, faster decisions. Connor’s unique jour...

In a world buzzing with AI fear and confusion, how can you, as an entrepreneur, actually use it as a force for good? Elliott Godwin, founder of EG Integrations, joins the show to demystify AI and automation, showing us how technology can amplify human potential instead of replacing it. He shares his unique journey from a life of service to leading a fast-growing tech company that serves both enterprise clients and nonprofits. This episode is a masterclass for any entrepreneur looking to integrat...

In this powerful episode, Brian sits down with Kat Rogers, a former film producer and financial advisor who transformed her most painful life experience into a thriving business. Kat shares her raw and honest journey of being penalized in the corporate world for becoming a mother, and how that rejection fueled her to create Mariposa Mastermind, a supportive community for ambitious working moms. This episode is a masterclass in turning personal struggle into a purpose-driven venture, embracing th...

Tired of feeling disconnected from your remote team? In this episode, we sit down with Phillip Wyness, founder of Remote Flo, who flips the script on conventional remote work wisdom. Phillip reveals why focusing on your tech stack is a critical mistake and why the real key to scaling lies in the often-overlooked human elements: wellness, communication rituals, and genuine team happiness. For entrepreneurs struggling with high turnover, low morale, or the challenges of building a cohesive culture...

Ever feel like you’re on a zig-zag path with no clear destination? This episode with Jim Tarpo will make you realize that’s your greatest strength. Jim shares his incredible journey from a high-stakes electrical engineering job at GE to becoming a freelance programmer, a backlit art gallery owner, and the inventor of a consumer product, Grippy Bands. This episode is a masterclass in heeding the "entrepreneurial nudges" that pull you toward your true calling, even when it makes no logical sense. ...

Are you drowning in admin work and repetitive tasks that keep you from focusing on what truly matters? In this episode, we sit down with Mark Inge, a former mechanical engineer turned founder of SmartWork Automation, who reveals how to reclaim dozens of hours a week by leveraging the power of AI and automation. Mark breaks down the critical difference between AI and automation and explains why finding the real problem in your business is the key to unlocking massive growth. This episode is a mas...

Dr. Joshua Guttman, a nationally recognized expert in point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS), shares his incredible journey of transforming his deep medical expertise into a thriving consulting firm, Peachtree POCUS. He reveals how he identified a massive gap in the healthcare market where over 5,800 hospitals lacked the operational systems to implement cost-saving, life-improving technology. This episode is a masterclass for any wantrepreneur on how to leverage specialized knowledge, create win-win s...

In this powerhouse episode, Brian sits down with May Guevara, the founder of Guevara Group and GalaxiTron, who is revolutionizing one of business's most dreaded tasks: compliance. May explains how a childhood spent spotting clothing defects for her mom wired her brain for quality control and led to a career ensuring excellence in high-stakes industries like aerospace and defense. This episode is a masterclass in building a business the right way from the ground up. You’ll learn why focusing on i...

Meet Dr. Peter Bonutti: a surgeon, inventor, professor, author, and powerhouse entrepreneur who operates a 40,000-square-foot medical device incubator from a town of 13,000 people. In this episode, Dr. Bonutti unpacks his incredible journey from a resident inspired by an inventive mentor to an innovator with over 500 patents to his name. He reveals his core philosophy: identifying problems from the patient's perspective and relentlessly developing solutions, which led to groundbreaking invention...

Tired of health apps that just throw data at you without helping you change? Deniz Binay, a former Google product manager who helped launch iconic products like Google Assistant and Gemini, is here to fix that. In this episode, Deniz shares how he’s building Lemon, an AI health companion designed to help you take action rather than just drown in insights. He breaks down his journey from early entrepreneurial side hustles to leading teams at Google and finally launching a startup with a mission t...