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1153: A 50K person newsletter in 3 months!? You can grow YOUR newsletter for $100/month w/ Evan Kozliner
June 20, 2025

1153: A 50K person newsletter in 3 months!? You can grow YOUR newsletter for $100/month w/ Evan Kozliner

EPISODE STACK: https://stackl.ist/4np8ek7What if building a high-performing newsletter didn’t require hours of content creation or expensive software? Evan Kozliner, co-founder of Potions, shares how he scaled his AI-powered newsletter to 50,000 subscribers in just 3 months—and how you can do it too. With a deep background in AI and experience working with brands like Amazon, Sephora, and Fashion Nova, Evan breaks down exactly how entrepreneurs can use AI and email marketing to drive real re...
1152: Getting out of SURVIVAL MODE + leveraging tech, data, and AI w/ Graeme Crawford
June 19, 2025

1152: Getting out of SURVIVAL MODE + leveraging tech, data, and AI w/ Graeme Crawford

EPISODE STACK: https://stackl.ist/44pTw4SIn this episode, Graeme Crawford shares how he transitioned from a successful corporate career working with Fortune 100 companies like IBM and Capital One to building data-driven businesses that empower smaller companies. Graeme reveals how AI and data intelligence, once the domain of massive enterprises, are now accessible to small businesses—and how he’s helping entrepreneurs harness this power for growth. His journey from intrapreneurship to entrep...
1151: PERSONAL BRANDING + social media to crack the entrepreneurial code (including running TWO businesses at age 21!) w/ Rebecca Nolan
June 18, 2025

1151: PERSONAL BRANDING + social media to crack the entrepreneurial code (including running TWO businesses at age 21!) w/ Rebecca Nolan

EPISODE STACK: https://stackl.ist/3G721IOIn this episode, Rebecca Nolan, a 21-year-old serial entrepreneur, shares her incredible journey from launching her first business at 14 to running multiple successful ventures today. Rebecca is the founder of Asennda, a social media agency that helps entrepreneurs and coaches build personal brands, and co-founder of Lync Events, the #1 event company in Madrid for creating exclusive networking experiences. She opens up about the importance of personal...
1150: MAKE IT SIMPLE for growth (and you'll still find these predictable revenue walls!) w/ Norris Ayvazian
June 17, 2025

1150: MAKE IT SIMPLE for growth (and you'll still find these predictable revenue walls!) w/ Norris Ayvazian

EPISODE STACK: https://stackl.ist/4kRTxEuIn this episode, Brian interviews Norris Ayvazian, the founder and CEO of Service Crucible, a consultancy focused on transforming home service businesses through operational excellence and strategic growth. Norris shares how he grew a regional branch from $4 million to $12 million in just 12 months at a 25% net profit — and how his approach to simplicity and business fundamentals is changing the industry. Whether you’re in home services or any other b...
1149: This is NOT your average AI episode! This is about AI INTEGRATION into life + biz w/ Justin Coats
June 16, 2025

1149: This is NOT your average AI episode! This is about AI INTEGRATION into life + biz w/ Justin Coats

EPISODE STACK: https://stackl.ist/4nbMvvNIn this episode, Justin Coats shares his remarkable journey from the Marine Corps to becoming a leader in AI integration and personal development. Justin's expertise spans across complex systems, from helicopters and UAVs to Amazon businesses and now AI-driven business transformation. He explains why AI integration is the future—and how businesses can harness its power without losing the human element. If you've been wondering how to use AI strategica...
1148: This TEDx speaker was HOMELESS and now is a multi-business entrepreneur... and he can help YOU gain resilience to succeed w/ Norberto Orellana
June 15, 2025

1148: This TEDx speaker was HOMELESS and now is a multi-business entrepreneur... and he can help YOU gain resilience to succeed w/ Norberto Orellana

EPISODE STACK: https://stackl.ist/4kYFkWCWhat if your biggest setbacks were actually the foundation of your success story? In this powerful episode, Norberto Orellana shares his meteoric rise from homelessness, abuse, and disability to becoming a three-time TEDx speaker, healthcare leader, and founder of Norberto Orellana Enterprises. His story is a raw, inspiring look at how resilience, vision, and a refusal to be defined by circumstances can lead to entrepreneurial greatness. This episode ...
1147: Using your PURPOSE to fuel your persistence, innovation, and LEGACY w/ Sergio Sotelo
June 14, 2025

1147: Using your PURPOSE to fuel your persistence, innovation, and LEGACY w/ Sergio Sotelo

EPISODE STACK: https://stackl.ist/4lm5sKPIn this episode, Brian sits down with Sergio Sotelo, an experienced IT executive, entrepreneur, and AI strategist. Sergio shares his remarkable 24+ year journey from software engineering to becoming the CEO of Euler Innovations, a technology firm focused on revolutionizing the travel industry with AI. A former IBM executive, Sergio led the IBM Watson AI business in Latin America and has spoken in front of the president of Peru. Now, he’s building a gr...
1146: NEUROSCIENCE & leadership skills to unlock the extraordinary inside YOU w/ Joanne Merrick
June 13, 2025

1146: NEUROSCIENCE & leadership skills to unlock the extraordinary inside YOU w/ Joanne Merrick

EPISODE STACK: https://stackl.ist/43GZjmmIn this episode, Joanne Merrick shares how she’s reshaping leadership development by combining neuroscience with practical management strategies. Joanne, founder of The Leadership Recipe and author of Game On: Is Management Your Best Career Play?, explains why soft skills are actually hard skills — and how to develop them intentionally. Her global experience with companies like Deloitte and Amazon gives her a unique perspective on what makes a great l...
1145: How many AI agents can you put to work for your business? w/ Mark Brennan
June 12, 2025

1145: How many AI agents can you put to work for your business? w/ Mark Brennan

EPISODE STACK: https://stackl.ist/3HH7re7In this episode, Mark Brennan shares his incredible journey from working at Salesforce to founding Kynoch Labs, where he's pioneering the use of autonomous AI agents for business growth. Mark dives deep into the current state of AI, how businesses can leverage agent-based AI to boost efficiency and customer service, and why the AI revolution is closer than you think. This episode is packed with insights on how to integrate AI into your business and st...
1144: Going from from START-up to SCALE-up & navigating the critical phases of growth w/ Kristi Broom
June 11, 2025

1144: Going from from START-up to SCALE-up & navigating the critical phases of growth w/ Kristi Broom

EPISODE STACK: https://stackl.ist/442x6p4In this episode, Kristi Broom shares her deep expertise in helping businesses navigate the tricky transition from startup to scale-up. With over 25 years of experience in strategic innovation and operational excellence, Kristi reveals the systems and strategies that drive sustainable growth. From building the right team to understanding the evolving nature of business phases, Kristi’s insights will help you unlock the next level of success in your bus...
1143: Changing the way HR navigates government compliance with TECHNOLOGY (& entrepreneurial innovation!) w/ Janice Kephart
June 10, 2025

1143: Changing the way HR navigates government compliance with TECHNOLOGY (& entrepreneurial innovation!) w/ Janice Kephart

EPISODE STACK: https://stackl.ist/3Zv1UxcIn this episode, Brian sits down with Janice Kephart, a national security and identity expert who has spent over two decades shaping identity policy and biometric solutions. Janice served as border counsel to the 9/11 Commission and has testified before the US Congress and the United Nations. Now, she's building ZipID—a groundbreaking identity authentication platform that simplifies compliance and solves a major pain point for employers. Janice’s stor...
1142: Navigating and leading the way with AI guardrails at the enterprise level w/ Shaun Ayrton
June 9, 2025

1142: Navigating and leading the way with AI guardrails at the enterprise level w/ Shaun Ayrton

EPISODE STACK: https://stackl.ist/4jQZ7WAIn this episode, Brian interviews Shaun Ayrton, the CEO and founder of Galini, a Y Combinator and General Catalyst-backed startup helping enterprises deploy AI responsibly. Shaun shares his journey from working at McKinsey, where he drove over $500M in revenue growth, to founding Galini with his former college roommate. He explains how Galini is addressing the challenges of AI compliance, data privacy, and regulation—problems that are becoming more ur...
1141: THIS relationship-based strategy can get you customers & clients with NO UPFRONT COSTS w/ Jessica Robinson
June 8, 2025

1141: THIS relationship-based strategy can get you customers & clients with NO UPFRONT COSTS w/ Jessica Robinson

EPISODE STACK: https://stackl.ist/43JrukIAffiliate marketing isn’t dead—it’s just misunderstood. In this episode, Jessica Robinson, founder of Affiliate Marketing Partners and former Global Head of Affiliates at PayPal, reveals why affiliate marketing is one of the most underutilized but high-ROI client acquisition strategies today.Whether you're a solopreneur, an agency owner, or part of a high-growth startup, Jessica breaks down how affiliate marketing works (the right way), how to bui...
1140: What the heck is DeFi and how can it help YOU make money w/ Vadim Voss
June 7, 2025

1140: What the heck is DeFi and how can it help YOU make money w/ Vadim Voss

EPISODE STACK: https://stackl.ist/45kwa1DIn this episode, Vadim Voss, founder of Next Level DeFi, reveals how everyday entrepreneurs can create passive income streams using decentralized finance (DeFi) strategies — without needing to be a financial expert. Vadim explains how he went from struggling with traditional banking to discovering the power of Bitcoin and DeFi, and how that experience shaped his mission to educate others. He breaks down complex concepts like yield farming, liquidity m...
1139: AI that automates SALES, OUTREACH, and CUSTOMER SERVICE w/ Robert Chen
June 6, 2025

1139: AI that automates SALES, OUTREACH, and CUSTOMER SERVICE w/ Robert Chen

EPISODE STACK: https://stackl.ist/3HynY3VIn this episode, Brian sits down with Robert Chen, a retired Army veteran turned tech entrepreneur, who’s changing the game in B2B sales automation. After pivoting from an events and social media platform, Robert founded SupportSales.ai — a groundbreaking sales software that automates lead generation, personalized email outreach, and even replies to incoming leads. Robert shares how AI is streamlining sales, reducing costs, and making business growth ...
1138: Automating online reselling and e-commerce with AI and your phone's camera w/ Graham Wood
June 5, 2025

1138: Automating online reselling and e-commerce with AI and your phone's camera w/ Graham Wood

EPISODE STACK: https://stackl.ist/4jGZ0gcIn this episode, Brian sits down with Graham Wood, founder of Shopik, a game-changing platform that automates product listings for resellers using AI and machine learning. After being laid off from Google, Graham leveraged his 20+ years of experience in aerospace, big tech, and media to create Shopik, helping companies cut down product listing time from 45 minutes to under 2 minutes. Graham shares his entrepreneurial journey, the role AI plays in stre...
1137: Revolutionizing GOLF through technology… and lessons from a start-up journey w/ Ryan Walsh
June 4, 2025

1137: Revolutionizing GOLF through technology… and lessons from a start-up journey w/ Ryan Walsh

EPISODE STACK: https://stackl.ist/45fpaD5What happens when a surfer, digital marketer, and golf addict sees a massive inefficiency in the sport he loves? He builds a startup to fix it. In this episode, Ryan Walsh, founder of Fairway Finder, reveals how he's disrupting the $84B golf industry by creating the "Google Flights of golf tee times."Ryan shares how he went from teaching surf lessons to fund his rent to launching a tech platform that’s solving problems for both golfers and golf co...
1136: HIRING IS CHANGING! These two brothers are at the forefront of the hiring revolution with TECH + HUMANIZATION w/ Azam & Raihan Dadabhoy
June 3, 2025

1136: HIRING IS CHANGING! These two brothers are at the forefront of the hiring revolution with TECH + HUMANIZATION w/ Azam & Raihan Dadabhoy

EPISODE STACK: https://stackl.ist/4kpPgb5In this episode, we’re joined by Azam and Raihan Dadabhoy, the brother duo behind Sensiply, a revolutionary job marketplace redefining how employers and job seekers connect. Sensiply’s flagship feature, SensiPitch, is a game-changing video pitch platform that allows candidates to showcase their personality, skills, and energy – breaking away from the limitations of traditional resumes. Azam and Raihan share how their personal frustrations with the job...
1135: AI can do WAY more things than you think for your business (including AUTOMATION and AI agents!) w/ Coltrane Kubo
June 2, 2025

1135: AI can do WAY more things than you think for your business (including AUTOMATION and AI agents!) w/ Coltrane Kubo

EPISODE STACK: https://stackl.ist/4jvOiszIn this episode, Brian sits down with Coltrane Kubo, co-founder of Aidgentic, an AI automation agency helping solopreneurs and small businesses streamline workflows and maximize efficiency. Coltrane shares how AI can do more than generate content—it can automate operations, enhance creativity, and serve as a true business partner. If you’re looking to save time, automate repetitive tasks, and leverage AI to grow your business, this episode is a must-l...
1134: Is UGC the secret to paid ad success? Here's EVERYTHING you need to know... w/ Fernando Menendez
June 1, 2025

1134: Is UGC the secret to paid ad success? Here's EVERYTHING you need to know... w/ Fernando Menendez

EPISODE STACK: https://stackl.ist/3SwRSI9In this episode, we sit down with Fernando Menendez, the founder of fscales, a performance creative agency helping e-commerce brands thrive through data-driven ad strategies and high-converting user-generated content (UGC). With experience managing over $21 million in ad spend and working with major brands like Red Bull, Fernando shares his journey from media buying at SocialCode and MuteSix to building his own agency. His insights into the importance...
1133: Sales that JUST WORK... and the power (and magic!) of UPSELLING w/ Neal Rummler
May 31, 2025

1133: Sales that JUST WORK... and the power (and magic!) of UPSELLING w/ Neal Rummler

EPISODE STACK: https://stackl.ist/45CLyGzSales is often the biggest challenge for entrepreneurs—but what if you could bring in elite sales talent to close more deals for you? In this episode, Neal Rummler, founder of Maverick Marketing, reveals how he built a multi-million dollar sales operation that helps home service businesses maximize revenue through upselling. From his door-to-door sales roots to running a scalable sales team, Neal shares invaluable sales strategies, the power of script...
1132: Your VISUALS are speaking for themselves... make them work for your business w/ Dana Francks
May 30, 2025

1132: Your VISUALS are speaking for themselves... make them work for your business w/ Dana Francks

EPISODE STACK: https://stackl.ist/3FhJx8fYour brand’s visuals speak volumes before you even say a word. In today’s episode, Dana Francks, co-founder of JK Creative NYC, takes us behind the scenes of high-end visual branding and post-production. From working with major brands like Under Armour to helping small businesses craft premium aesthetics, Dana shares the secrets of how to make your brand stand out visually—without breaking the bank.We dive into:How Dana transitioned from corp...
1131: HER MARRIAGE WENT VIRAL! Here's what we can all learn from her approach... w/ Sami Packard
May 29, 2025

1131: HER MARRIAGE WENT VIRAL! Here's what we can all learn from her approach... w/ Sami Packard

EPISODE STACK: https://stackl.ist/43GqE75Change is inevitable—but navigating it with clarity, purpose, and intention can make all the difference. In this episode, Sami Packard, an expert in design thinking, organizational change, and relationship coaching, shares her insights on how entrepreneurs and couples can embrace transitions with confidence. As the founder of Coupledom, she helps successful couples design fulfilling lives together, blending strategic decision-making with deep self-awa...
1130: How to HAVE IT ALL as a high-performer w/ Tracy Bednar
May 28, 2025

1130: How to HAVE IT ALL as a high-performer w/ Tracy Bednar

EPISODE STACK: https://stackl.ist/3Fta82aTracy Bednar is no stranger to high-stakes leadership. From managing a $3 billion P&L at Best Buy to working with industry giants like Fitbit and Google, she knows firsthand what it takes to deliver results under pressure. But after years of grinding in corporate, she hit a breaking point—leading her to reinvent success on her own terms.Now, as an executive coach and corporate trainer, Tracy helps high-achieving professionals increase their influe...
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