Best C Store Business Strategies Podcasts (2025)

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108. 5 Steps to Escape the 'Time for Money' Trap for Good 23:22

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3d ago23:22

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In this episode, I get raw and real about the five critical mistakes that turn a dream into a nightmare. We’ll expose the difference between being a busy “doer” and a high-value advisor. I’ll show you how selling your time traps you, why saying “yes” to everyone is a recipe for burnout, and how a lack of boundaries invites chaos. But more important…

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EP 261: Why Traditional Retail Stores Are Missing Return on Experience 35:03

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We'd love to have your feedback and ideas for future episodes of Retail Unwrapped. Just text us! When you are an architect who works on projects around the world, your perspective about American retail changes through a refined filter. Kevin Roche, Founder of Roche Design Strategy, has the advantage of understanding firsthand the power of Return on…

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107. How To Double Your Profits Today 19:16

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Welcome to this episode of The Business Advisor Podcast and in this episode, I’m tackling a subject that makes even the most confident advisors crumble: pricing. I know that feeling—the sweaty palms and tight throat when you have to state your fee, terrified of hearing a "no." I see so many people undercharging or stuffing their offers with extras,…

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The New US Visa Rules for African Countries | What They Mean for You in 2025 31:48

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In this week’s Friday episode of Chilling With The Chaplins, we unpack one of the most talked-about policy shifts of 2025, The New US Visa Rules for African Countries | What They Mean for You in 2025 | Episode 160. 🌍✈️ These changes are reshaping how African applicants approach the U.S. immigration system, from stricter documentation requirements a…

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EP 260: Leading with Impact and Purpose 26:59

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We'd love to have your feedback and ideas for future episodes of Retail Unwrapped. Just text us! Modern leadership often confuses constant availability with maximum impact. It veers off course when it ignores intuition in favor of data. Join Shelley and Melissa Gonzalez, Principal and founder of MG2 in a conversation about her new book, The Purpose…

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How to Lead in the Most Disruptive Era in History With Scott D. Anthony 38:32

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Going back hundreds of years, history is full of paradigm-shifting innovations. In today’s era of epic disruptions, how can leaders boldly usher their organizations into the future safely and strategically? On this episode of Minds Worth Meeting, we talk with Scott D. Anthony, clinical professor of strategy at Dartmouth’s Tuck School of Business an…

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Pricing & Packaging for Game Web Stores with Chip Thurston of FastSpring 32:18

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106. How To Get Clients Without Slimy Sales Calls 19:49

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For years, I followed the gurus' advice on sales calls, and I hated every slimy, scripted minute of it. The multiple calls, the hidden pricing, and the high-pressure tactics felt awful for me and my prospects. So, I flipped the entire process on its head and created what I call the 'Champagne Close.' Instead of holding back information, I give my p…

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EP 259: How to Get a Better Seat at the Table 22:24

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We'd love to have your feedback and ideas for future episodes of Retail Unwrapped. Just text us! Here’s a surprising fact: A workplace revolution is underway and fundamentally reimagining how ergonomics drives productivity and employee retention. With mandates of returns to office, companies are discovering that outdated workspace designs are accel…

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105. How to Say No Without Guilt (And Make More Money) 14:58

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Welcome to this episode of The Business Advisory Podcast and today, I'm getting brutally honest with you. Have you ever felt that creeping dread, that little whisper in your gut telling you "this isn't it," even as you nod and smile and say "yes"? I know I have, and I bet you have too. We've all been there – taking the meeting we don't need, saying…

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Third Country Deportations to Africa | Who’s Really Taking U.S. Deportees? 32:34

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In this week’s episode of Chilling With The Chaplins, we dive deep into one of the most pressing and controversial issues today: Third Country Deportations to Africa | Who’s Really Taking U.S. Deportees? | Episode 159. With global attention on immigration and human rights, this episode unpacks what’s really happening, who’s involved, and the conseq…

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EP 258: AI Is Transforming the Fashion Supply Chain 31:08

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We'd love to have your feedback and ideas for future episodes of Retail Unwrapped. Just text us! The fashion industry's stubborn reliance on outdated supply chain practices is bleeding profits and destroying consumer trust. Traditional approaches to sizing, inventory management, and trend forecasting are creating failures across the entire value ch…

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104. How To Stand Out Online And Attract Ideal Clients 11:39

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In this episode, I pull back the curtain on the single most powerful shift you can make in your business: leveraging your unique intellectual property (IP). For too long, I've seen brilliant accountants, bookkeepers, and CFOs stuck in the "trading hours for money" trap, feeling like they're just one bad month away from panic mode. The constant hust…

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EP 257: How to Build a Retail Media Empire 25:11

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We'd love to have your feedback and ideas for future episodes of Retail Unwrapped. Just text us! Spoiler alert: The physical store is an experiential platform that can tap into retail media network ad spending projected to reach $100 billion by 2026. In a digital marketplace, dynamic advertising platforms leverage AI-powered analytics to capture re…

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103. My 6-Step System for £500k Revenue, 200k Profit and a 10-Hour Work Week 24:44

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Are you trapped in the belief that growing your financial advisory business means more clients, more hours, and more stress? I'm here to tell you that is a story you've been sold, and it’s not the truth. You can scale without the burnout, and in this episode, I'm showing you exactly how. I’m pulling back the curtain on my proven "Scalable Six" syst…

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EP 256: Primark Sets Its Sights on the States 23:43

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We'd love to have your feedback and ideas for future episodes of Retail Unwrapped. Just text us! Primark's strategic U.S. expansion started 10 years ago and is a master plan in calculated retail growth that could fundamentally reshape America's affordable fashion landscape. Primark has 450 stores worldwide and 33 in the States. It has ambitious pla…

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Assume the Boom - Leading Through Crises With Juliette Kayyem 44:21

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Whether it's a natural or humanmade disaster, weathering the storm comes down to preparation ahead of time, leadership through the crisis and resilience after. On this episode of Minds Worth Meeting, we sit down with Juliette Kayyem, faculty chair of the Homeland Security and Global Crisis Resilience Projects at Harvard’s Kennedy School of Governme…

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Loyalty Isn’t Dead — It’s Just Getting Smarter (CEO of Convenience and Energy Advisors, Peter Rasmussen) 42:52

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Most loyalty programs are broken. Retailers spend millions on discounts, apps, and activations—yet customers drift away. As Peter Rasmussen said during our conversation: “I spent money to get you into the program, and now how do I keep you?” Peter knows what works... He helped lead Wawa’s massive Florida expansion and today, as CEO of Convenience a…

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102. Building Authority In The New Advisory Era 12:40

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This week, I created 11 pieces of content in just seven days. And no, it’s not about burnout—it’s about being strategically visible in today's advisory era. If you're still relying on referrals and your good work alone, you're falling behind. In this episode, I pull back the curtain on my exact strategy. I’ll show you how to use psychological trigg…

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EP 255: Why Retailers Are Becoming Political Casualties in Culture Wars 27:00

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We'd love to have your feedback and ideas for future episodes of Retail Unwrapped. Just text us! Crisis management has become a requisite strategy in today’s fractious marketplace. The socio-political landscape has become a minefield for retailers where one misstep can trigger unprecedented consumer backlash and boycotts. In today's hyperconnected …

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101. The one where you are stuck doing the work. 10:01

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I have a confession: I used to wear my ability to execute everything like a badge of honor. I built a successful six-figure business that looked impressive from the outside, but on the inside, I had created a prison. I call it the "monster business," and it demanded I feed it with my personal time and energy every single day, leaving me burnt out a…

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Self-Deportation in America | The $1000 Offer You Haven’t Heard About 33:41

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In this week’s episode of Chilling With The Chaplins, we tackle a controversial and timely topic, Self-Deportation in America | The $1000 Offer You Haven’t Heard About (Episode 158). Immigration policies are shifting, and a new wave of “voluntary return” programs is raising tough questions: Is self-deportation truly a chance to leave with dignity, …

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EP 254: Ace Hardware Knows How to Build Community 21:04

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We'd love to have your feedback and ideas for future episodes of Retail Unwrapped. Just text us! How do you make yourself matter to your local community? If you’re a hardware retailer, what you have to offer is more than nice; it’s a necessity. Ace Hardware gets it. They are innovative players in the retail media landscape with RedVest Media, desig…

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Announcing Season 5 of Minds Worth Meeting 0:38

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We’re excited to let you know that season 5 of Minds Worth Meeting is right around the corner, kicking off on September 10th! Whitney Jennings and Justin Louis return with thought-provoking conversations from some of the most important voices of the day. In the new season, we’ll discuss disaster prep, women’s leadership, rethinking collaboration an…

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100. The Power of Consistency 21:15

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I’m thrilled to hit the 100th episode of the Business Advisor Podcast! Starting this journey, I dreamed of inspiring advisors, accountants, and coaches to break free from the grind of compliance work and embrace their potential. I never imagined it would spark over 25,000 downloads across the UK, USA, Australia, and beyond in just 18 months. Your h…

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EP 253: An Inside Look at The Honest Company’s Transformation 26:51

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We'd love to have your feedback and ideas for future episodes of Retail Unwrapped. Just text us! Some turnarounds make for epic legends. How do you rebuild a brand and transform it dramatically in two years? The Honest Company, co-founded by Jessica Alaba in 2011, is experiencing a renaissance with double-digit revenue growth and the highest gross …

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99. The Key to Making Money Faster 9:35

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Ever felt that selling a £2,000 service is an uphill battle? In this eye-opening episode, I dismantle the myth that lower prices mean easier sales. She reveals why selling a £20,000 advisory offer is not only more profitable but also psychologically easier for both you and your client. I show you how premium pricing fundamentally shifts the dynamic…

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World Leaders’ Nicknames You’ve Never Heard Before 34:30

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In World Leaders’ Nicknames You’ve Never Heard Before | Episode 157, we take you on a fascinating and often hilarious journey into the quirky, controversial, and sometimes surprising nicknames of some of the world’s most influential presidents. 🌍 Whether these nicknames are rooted in admiration, satire, or political rivalry, each one tells a story …

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EP 252: Blunt Talk About Retail News Headlines 40:17

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We'd love to have your feedback and ideas for future episodes of Retail Unwrapped. Just text us! Provocative, controversial, and blunt observations about what’s making retail news headlines. Shelley and TRR contributor Mark Cohen, who is an industry veteran and former director of retail studies at Columbia Business School, explore a few of the diff…

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EP 251: Surprises About Rising Food Costs 36:02

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We'd love to have your feedback and ideas for future episodes of Retail Unwrapped. Just text us! While consumers fixate on tariffs as the primary force behind rising food prices, the reality is far more complex and revealing. Regulatory changes, labor costs and operational expenses coupled with new tariff pressures on some food categories are creat…

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98. How to Sell Without Selling Your Soul 12:10

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Does the thought of "selling" make you feel awkward, pushy, or fake? You're not alone. Many advisors love helping clients but dread the sales process. In this episode, I flip the script on selling, reframing it not as a necessary evil but as a powerful form of service. I introduce the "SELL Method," a four-part framework designed to help you approa…

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97. 7 Steps to Creating & Launching Your Advisory Offer 21:05

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I’m here to save you months of frustration and guesswork when launching your advisory offer. I've seen too many brilliant advisors create services that nobody buys, or worse, that lead to complete burnout. I know this pain firsthand—my first offer had me driving three hours each way for a client and earning next to nothing. It was messy and unsusta…

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EP 250: AI Alert: The Retail Workforce Is About to Change 36:39

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We'd love to have your feedback and ideas for future episodes of Retail Unwrapped. Just text us! The retail industry stands at a crossroads where artificial intelligence threatens to eliminate millions of jobs while simultaneously creating new opportunities—but only for those retailers smart enough to adapt. Rather than competing with AI, forward-t…

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The Hidden Science of Email: Authentication, Deliverability, and Trust With Hank Hoffmeier of Kickbox 39:47

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Conversation with Kickbox Director of Operations Hank Hoffmeier about the science of email marketing. Email marketing is often hailed as the highest-ROI channel — especially for SaaS and digital product companies. But what happens when your emails don’t even make it to the inbox? In this episode of Growth Stage, we speak with Hank Hoffmeier, email …

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96. The Value Triangle: How Much Should You Charge for Advisory Services? 19:31

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Have you ever quoted a price and instantly regretted it? I know that feeling—the knot in your stomach when you know your services are life-changing, but you lower the fee just to get the “yes”. It’s a cycle that traps so many of us in an overworked, underpaid, and unfulfilling business. In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on why this happ…

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EP 249: Why the Fed’s Policy Paralysis Threatens BTS and Holiday 24:10

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We'd love to have your feedback and ideas for future episodes of Retail Unwrapped. Just text us! The Federal Reserve's policy paralysis is creating a perfect storm for retailers heading into the most critical selling season of the year. Inflation is still threatening, labor markets are more fragile than they appear, and tariff-driven price increase…

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95. Instagram Is Where Good Businesses Go to Die 14:14

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In this episode, I’m tackling a topic I'm incredibly passionate about: why short-form content platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Reels are a trap for serious business advisors. I know it might sound controversial, but I believe these platforms, which are built for distraction and escapism, are the wrong place to build the deep trust required to …

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Big Beautiful Bill: Who Wins & Who Loses? 37:06

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This week on Chilling With The Chaplins, we’re peeling back the layers of what the media is calling the “Big Beautiful Bill.” But is it really beautiful for the people, or just for the pockets of the powerful? In Big Beautiful Bill: Who Wins & Who Loses? | Episode 157, we explore the fine print, the fiscal reality, and the fallout for everyday citi…

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EP 248: Stop Chasing Normal: Disruption Is Your Opportunity 35:03

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We'd love to have your feedback and ideas for future episodes of Retail Unwrapped. Just text us! The retail apocalypse isn't coming—it's here, and survival depends on adaptation, not market dominance. Consumer behavior has fundamentally shifted beyond price sensitivity to a complex value equation encompassing convenience, curation, and experiential…

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94. Creating Content That Stands Out & Gets Clients 14:57

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In this episode, I tackle one of the most requested topics from our community: how to create content that cuts through the noise and builds trust with premium advisory clients. I reveal why most advisors are stuck in a cycle of inconsistent posting and ineffective marketing—and how to break free. I’ll walk you through a clear, actionable strategy f…

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EP 247: Watch What Your Customers Do, Not Say 30:03

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We'd love to have your feedback and ideas for future episodes of Retail Unwrapped. Just text us! Do you know how to unlock the hidden opportunities in what your customers aren’t telling you? Traditional consumer research captures what customers say they want but misses the subconscious decisions driving 85 percent of purchasing behavior. Ethnograph…

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93. Understanding Conflict and Avoidance in Sessions 10:53

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In this insightful episode of The Business Advisor Podcast, I dive deep into the often-avoided topic of client conflict—an issue every advisor faces but few discuss openly. I share personal experiences, expert insights, and a powerful framework called "GRACE" to help you navigate emotionally charged situations with empathy, curiosity, and professio…

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Trump’s Expanded Travel Ban: What It Means for 36 More Countries 19:01

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In this powerful episode of Chilling With The Chaplins, “Trump’s Expanded Travel Ban: What It Means for 36 More Countries | Episode 156,” we unpack the Trump administration’s latest move to expand the travel ban to 36 additional countries. What’s honestly behind this decision? How will it impact families, businesses, and international relationships…

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EP 246: The Retail Marketing Test: AI or Human? 33:38

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We'd love to have your feedback and ideas for future episodes of Retail Unwrapped. Just text us! Special Guest: Greg Licciardi, Vice President of Sponsorships and Partner Programs at the Association of National Advertisers; Adjunct Professor of Marketing at Fordham and Seton Hall Universities. AI may replace some marketing functions as a more preci…

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Payment Horror Stories: The How and Why Behind the Most Vicious Attacks on Your Payment Stack With Jeremy Waxman 42:51

4M ago42:51

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In this episode of Growth Stage, we interview payments industry legend and VP of Payments at FastSpring, Jeremy Waxman about his thoughts on what the most common payment stack attacks are, why bad actors choose those particular types of attacks, and what you can do to make your payment stack more secure regardless of who your payment provider is. W…

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92. The VOICE Framework: Mastering Impactful Communication as an Advisor 16:51

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This week's episode is all about moving beyond just knowing your stuff as an advisor and truly mastering the art of communication. I shared why saying the right thing isn’t enough—it’s about how, when, and with what intention you say it. I introduced my VOICE Framework, a five-part structure that helps advisors communicate in a way that creates saf…

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Kamala Warned Us: Did MAGA Ignore Her? 5:51

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In this powerful Chilling With The Chaplins special, “🚨 Kamala Harris Warned Us… But Did We Listen? | MAGA Supporters Regret Voting Trump After Iran Bombing,” we revisit Kamala Harris’s viral warning to American voters about the dangers of re-electing Donald Trump. In a series of eye-opening clips, we highlight her chilling predictions and how just…

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EP 245: Wholesale Isn't Dead, It’s Revitalizing Growth 25:51

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We'd love to have your feedback and ideas for future episodes of Retail Unwrapped. Just text us! The traditional wholesale model isn't dying—it's evolving into something far more strategic and profitable than many executives realize. The widespread belief that direct-to-consumer channels automatically deliver superior margins is a myth. Successful …

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91. Why Saying Less Makes You a More Powerful Advisor 12:21

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This week’s episode is all about how less talking and more listening can transform you into a powerful, sought-after advisor. I shared how impactful advisory isn’t about dazzling clients with insights—it’s about creating space for them to hear themselves think. I reflected on my work with advisors who believed their value came from being the smarte…

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Episode 25: Role-Playing - Your Training Secret Weapon 4:23

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Smoke Break - Episode 25: Role-Playing - Your Training Secret Weapon Episode Duration: 8 minutes Join host Mike Hernandez as he reveals how role-playing transforms awkward training sessions into powerful skill-building experiences that boost customer service confidence. Learn proven techniques from successful store owners who've used role-playing t…