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Jan. 12, 2024

Overcoming Addiction and Building a 7-Figure Business: Joe Rivera's Journey

In this episode, host John Kelley interviews Joe Rivera about overcoming adversity and building a comeback after hitting rock bottom from substance abuse. Joe shares his story going from a high-flying stockbroker making seven figures to losing everything and living on the streets, before eventually rebuilding his life and business.…

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Jan. 5, 2024

The Art of Pitching: Making Newsworthy Stories Featuring Dick Grove with INK Inc. Public Relations

In this episode of Small Business Origins, host John Kelley interviews Dick Grove, founder of Ink Inc. PR in Kansas City. Dick shares his origin story of getting into the PR industry, building his PR firm over 30 years focused on earned media, and his advice for entrepreneurs looking for…

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Dec. 22, 2023

From Bootstrap to Barcelona: An Entrepreneur's Journey featuring Cameron McKay with Process.st

In this episode of Small Business Origins, host John Kelley interviews Cameron McKay, Founder and CEO of Process Street. They discuss Cameron's journey to entrepreneurship, building Process Street from the ground up through bootstrapping and accelerators, and how the product helps businesses systematize and automate workflows. Listeners can expect to…

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Dec. 14, 2023

Augmented Reality Takes Storytelling to New Dimensions featuring Erika Bud with Big World Publishing

In this episode, we speak with children's book author Erica Bud of Big World Publishing. She takes us on her journey into entrepreneurship, her passion for educating children about different cultures, and her innovative use of augmented reality (AR) technology in her books. About Our Guest: International travel is Erika’s…

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Dec. 13, 2023

Leading Teams to Get Sh*t Done feat. Jason Scott with 120VC

In this episode, we speak to Jason Scott, founder of 120 VC, a consulting firm that helps large organizations build high-performing teams and achieve better results. They discuss Jason's journey from growing up in a tough neighborhood to the military to starting his own business. Jason provides insights on leadership,…

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Dec. 3, 2023

From Tragedy to Triumph: Turning Loss into Purpose featuring Lori Keesey with Accidental Blogger

In this episode we speak with Lori Keesey, the author of an upcoming novel and the writer behind The Accidental Blogger. We discuss overcoming adversity, maintaining faith and purpose during hard times, and Lori's journey in grief, writing, and building her author platform. Lori Keesey is an author, blogger, and…

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Nov. 27, 2023

Empowered By Fractional Talent with Geeks and Experts Co Founder Sneha Saigal

In this episode of the Business Growth Hacks podcast, your host host Andrew Brooke and co host John Fritzsching explore the secrets of small business success with their guest, Sneha Saigal. Sneha has an MBA focused on entrepreneurship from IESE Business School in Barcelona, shares her journey from consulting to…

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Nov. 27, 2023

The Invisible Industry Packaged Goods featuring Lori Raymond with Tourmaline Enterprises

This episode is a discussion with Lori Raymond, the owner and president of Termline Enterprises, a company that manufactures and distributes coding and marking equipment for consumer goods packaging. Lori shares her entrepreneurial origin story including taking over and growing the business after the passing of her husband, as well…

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Nov. 21, 2023

Space Matters: Breaking Open Interior Design Concepts with Carolyn Boldt

In this episode your hosts are joined by Carolyn Boldt, co-founder of Crossfields, an Atlanta-based design-build firm. The conversation is centered around the impact of physical spaces on business growth, productivity, and client perception. Listen in as they share personal experiences, highlighting the importance of a well-organized and visually appealing…

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Nov. 21, 2023

Weaving Personal Identity into Branding feat. Phyllis Williams-Strawder with Brandma’s House

In this episode, Phyllis shares her journey into entrepreneurship, starting from selling barbecue dinners out of her home to help fund her husband's barbecue competitions, all the way to opening two restaurants together. After realizing the restaurant business wasn't for her, Phyllis pivoted into business coaching and branding. She discusses…

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Nov. 13, 2023

Maximizing Profits and Innovative Tax Strategies with Susanne Mariga

In this engaging podcast episode, the hosts welcome Susanne Mariga, a distinguished CPA and fractional CFO, specializing in high net worth strategies tailored for seven and eight-figure entrepreneurs through the profit-first system. Susanne sheds light on innovative tax strategies and the importance of shifting one's mindset in the face of…

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Nov. 10, 2023

From Rehab to Rolex: Journey to Entrepreneurship Featuring Dann Williams with Owner's Pride

In this episode of Small Business Origins, host John The Marketer interviews Dann Williams of Owner's Pride in Omaha, Nebraska. They discuss Dann's journey into entrepreneurship after overcoming addiction, starting a mobile auto detailing business, and eventually joining Owner's Pride. Listeners will learn about Dann's origin story, keys to success…

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Nov. 6, 2023

Demystifying Accounting With Nolan Bradbury

In this episode of the Business Growth Hacks podcast our guest, Nolan Bradbury, unravels the complexities of accounting and personal finances. They demystify accounting's role as a fundamental cornerstone of business, while also delving into the world of personal finance. The episode emphasizes the importance of understanding financial data, addressing…

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Nov. 6, 2023

Unlocking Personal Growth and Overcoming Challenges featuring Tamara Pflug with Tamara Coaching

This episode is all about the impact of learning and coaching on various aspects of life. It emphasizes the importance of personal growth and development. Tamara speaks all about her coaching sessions, which occur once per week for 45 minutes over a period of 16 weeks. They highlight the role…

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Nov. 6, 2023

From Law School to Best-Earning Author: Michael Levine's Remarkable Journey

Join us in this inspiring episode as we follow the journey of Michael Levine, a seasoned ghostwriter with over 35 years of experience. Michael's career took an unexpected turn from being a lawyer to leaning into his passion in writing. His unwavering persistence, ability to learn from failures, and commitment…

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Oct. 26, 2023

Media, Madness, and Real Estate Wisdom: feat. Aaron Chapman with Security National Mortgage Company

After a break last week (first one in almost three years), WE ARE BACK! In this episode, host John Kelley speaks with mortgage loan advisor Aaron Chapman about his origin story as an entrepreneur, the journey from working for others to starting his own business, and his insights on real…

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Oct. 25, 2023

Your Leadership Potential with Andy Hite

In this episode of the Business Growth Hacks podcast, your hosts Andrew Brookenbush and John Fritzsching engage in a lively conversation with their guest, Andy Hite. The episode starts with sharing excitement for the camping equipment and products they encountered at the Overland Expo in Loveland, Colorado. They also discuss…

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Oct. 16, 2023

Branding, Identity, and Navigating Distractions with Danielle Meadows-Stinnett

In this episode of the "Business Growth Hacks" podcast, hosts we are joined by Danielle Meadows-Stinnett from Octane Design Studios. They discuss the essence of branding, emphasizing that it encompasses a brand's core values and principles, going far beyond mere visual elements like logos. They explore the challenges faced in…

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Oct. 16, 2023

Aligning Your Content and Core Values feat Matt Lebris with 1B Branding & Decoding Success Podcast

In this episode of Small Business Origins, Matt Lebris unravels the challenges and excitement of managing a podcast while running a business. He stresses the importance of leveraging personal experiences for content creation and share a willingness to seek expert advice, particularly in podcast promotion. The conversation transitions to his…

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Oct. 16, 2023

Haley's Formula for High-Converting Writing and Core Values featuring Haley Burns with SugarCopy

In this episode of Small Business Origins, host John Kelley interviews Haley Burns, founder of SugarCopy, a Chicago-based copywriting agency focused on direct response copy for coaches and online course creators. They discuss Haley's journey from studying science in Scotland to becoming a digital nomad and freelance copywriter, as well…

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Oct. 5, 2023

The Importance of Seeking Challenges for Personal Growth with Shawn Greenway

In this episode of the podcast, we welcome Shawn Greenway, the CEO of Form Wise, a pioneering Low-code no code platform. They discuss Shawn's journey from working at UPS to becoming a professional wrestler and his transition into entrepreneurship. The hosts and Shawn also engage in a fun icebreaker game…

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Oct. 2, 2023

The Future of Sales and AI: Meet Your New Sales Intern feat. Ahmed Reza with Yobi

In today's groundbreaking episode, John Kelley dives into an enlightening discussion with Ahmed Reza, the visionary founder of Yobi, about the potential AI holds for businesses and personal connections. This isn't just any regular conversation—it's an exploration into the frontier where human interaction melds with AI technology. Personal Note from…

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Sept. 28, 2023

Taking Control of Your Health feat. Dr. Wren McCallister with Better Health Made Easy and HandGuyMD

In this episode, John welcomes Dr. Wren McCallister from Edmonds, Washington, the founder of Better Health Made Easy and HandGuyMD. Dr. McCallister is a Medical Doctor with a background in orthopedics and sports medicine. He shares his journey into entrepreneurship and how he noticed a gap in the healthcare system.…

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Sept. 28, 2023

Creating an Unfair Advantage with Mike Snyder

In this episode, listeners gain valuable insights into the core principles of marketing, the importance of creating an unfair advantage, and how focusing on ideas can lead to marketing success. Your hosts, Andrew and John, welcome Mike Snyder, a marketing expert and partner with Raptor USA. Mike shares his journey…

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