Best Ryan Englin Podcasts (2025)

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Building Hustle in the Trades with Ryan Englin 27:01

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In this episode of Keep Hustling, host Aaron Gordon sits down with Ryan Englin, founder of Core Matters, to dig into the challenges and opportunities of hiring and retaining talent in blue-collar industries. Ryan shares his personal journey from a blue-collar upbringing to entrepreneurship and discusses the image problem faced by the trades, emphas…

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How to Stop Hiring the Wrong People - Ryan Englin | EP 10 55:23

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In this episode of Business Builder Way, I sit down with Ryan Englin—a teacher, entrepreneur, and former marketing guy turned hiring expert—who helps small businesses stop hiring the wrong people and start building teams that stay. Ryan shares how growing up with a father who could do everything—but was always on call—inspired him to build a busine…

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Why Construction Leaders Must Build a Bench 31:14

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What if recruiting for your construction business was as strategic as landing your next big client? In this episode of Titans of the Trades, host Ryan Englin sits down with seasoned business coach John Nieuwenburg of W5 Coaching. Together, they dive into one of the most overlooked but critical strategies in blue collar leadership: treating recruiti…

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Building a Self-Sustaining Company Through Systems With Stephanie Allen 21:48

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In This Episode What if the reason your business can’t scale isn’t your people or product—but a lack of systems to carry your vision? In this Systems Simplified episode, host Adi Klevit talks with Stephanie Allen, a fractional COO and consultant who helps founders build operational infrastructure and self-managed teams. Stephanie shares how her ear…

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Transforming Businesses for Freedom: Jason Duncan’s 7-Step Exit Method 29:50

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In This Episode What if your next sales hire wasn’t a person, but an AI agent? In this episode of Systems Simplified, host Adi Klevit sits down with Frank Sondors, Co-founder of Salesforge AI, to discuss how autonomous AI agents are revolutionizing the way businesses handle outbound sales. Frank introduces “Agent Frank,” an AI sales development rep…

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Transform Your Sales Process With AI Agents: Lessons From Frank Sondors 19:48

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In This Episode What if your next sales hire wasn’t a person, but an AI agent? In this episode of Systems Simplified, host Adi Klevit sits down with Frank Sondors, Co-founder of Salesforge AI, to discuss how autonomous AI agents are revolutionizing the way businesses handle outbound sales. Frank introduces “Agent Frank,” an AI sales development rep…

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How to Launch a Trades Training Academy 30:36

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What if the biggest fix for your workforce shortage wasn’t another hire, but a training academy you built in-house? In this episode of Titans of the Trades: Stories of How to Win from Construction Powerhouses, Ryan Englin talks with Danielle Wernert, Owner of Upskilled Consulting and a leader in trades education, about how home service contractors …

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How Anya Cheng Uses Systems and AI To Revolutionize Fashion and Save Time 18:40

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In This Episode What if your entire wardrobe came to you—curated, sized, and ready to wear—with no shopping or laundry required? In this episode of the Systems Simplified podcast, Adi Klevit interviews Anya Cheng, the visionary behind Taelor, a systematized AI-powered clothing rental service designed for busy men who want to look great without the …

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Unlocking Strategic Door-Opening for Sales Growth With Caryn Kopp 28:13

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In This Episode What if your next big client is just one conversation away—but you’re stuck trying to get your foot in the door? In this episode of Systems Simplified, Adi Klevit interviews Caryn Kopp to discuss the systems behind successful sales prospecting and outreach. Caryn shares how her Door Opener® service helps companies land meetings with…

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Innovate, Simplify and Hustle With Tom Kubiniec 29:38

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In this episode of Keep Hustling, host Aaron Gordon talks with Tom Kubiniec, a self-taught business leader who never attended college or worked for another company. Tom shares his unconventional journey from aspiring musician to becoming the global leader in military weapon storage solutions. He discusses the importance of perseverance, learning fr…

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Women in Construction: Leadership, Bias, and Breaking Barriers 30:19

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What if the labor shortage in construction could be solved by tapping into a powerful, often overlooked workforce? In this episode of Titans of the Trades, Ryan Englin talks with industry leadership expert Dr. Gretchen Gagel, CEO and Founder of Greatness Consulting, about why bringing more women into construction isn’t just the right thing to do, i…

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The Modular Revolution. With Russell Cook 1:14:21

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Send us a text In this episode of The Site Visit Podcast, host James Faulkner welcomes Russell Cook of Modular Interiors by Cook’s for a future-forward conversation on how modular construction is reshaping the commercial real estate and construction industries. From raised access floors and demountable wall systems to integrating smart technology a…

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How Justin Bartley Transformed Customer Communication Into a Scalable System 28:09

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In This Episode What do garage doors, custom windows, and fast food have in common? According to Justin Bartley, they all rely on one thing: a reliable, repeatable system. In this insightful conversation, Adi Klevit interviews Justin about how he built Next Door & Window into a scalable, systems-driven home improvement company. They discuss the cus…

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Hustle, Heal, Repeat with Dr. Rob Kelly 28:26

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In this powerful episode of Keep Hustling, Aaron Gordon sits down with Dr. Rob Kelly to uncover his extraordinary journey from homelessness and addiction in Manchester, England, to becoming a leading expert in addiction recovery and mindset coaching in the US. Dr. Kelly shares the pivotal moment of his spiritual awakening, the impact of childhood t…

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Building a People-First Franchise Growth System With Angela Coté 4:37

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In This Episode Imagine buying into a franchise only to feel lost and unsupported. That’s the gap Angela Coté is determined to close. In this enlightening episode, host Adi Klevit speaks with Angela about the often-overlooked human systems that drive franchise growth. Angela shares her journey from growing up in the back of a franchise shop to beco…

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How One Dream Manager Is Shaping Construction Company Culture 28:12

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Can investing in your employees' personal dreams actually improve performance and company culture? In this powerful episode of Titans of the Trades, Ryan Englin sits down with Collin Jewett, Dream Manager at The Annex Group, to talk about what it really means to care for your people. Collin shares how his role, focused solely on helping employees p…

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Building Scalable Support Systems for Mission-Driven Leaders With Shmuly Rothman 31:19

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In This Episode What does it take to turn a deeply personal mission into a repeatable, scalable impact? In this inspiring episode, host Adi Klevit interviews returning guest Rabbi Shmuly Rothman about how systems and delegation played a critical role in scaling his work with Chabad rabbis around the world. Shmuly shares the story of building the Do…

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Farm to City Hustle with Tina Larsson 26:36

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In this episode, Aaron Gordon sits down with Tina Larson, a Swedish-born expert in New York City's condo and co-op market. Tina shares her journey from a farm in Sweden to thriving in NYC real estate, discussing how she pivoted from a career on Wall Street to founding a business that helps building boards operate smarter and save money. She dives i…

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How AI Is Replacing CRMs and Saving Tribal Knowledge in Manufacturing 26:09

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Is your CRM slowing down your sales team? In this episode of Titans of the Trades, Ryan Englin reconnects with Adam Honig, CEO of Spiro.ai, to explore why traditional CRMs are broken, especially for industries like construction and manufacturing. They dive into how AI is transforming the sales process by capturing tribal knowledge, reducing manual …

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Stop Doing It All: How Delegation Grows a Business - Natalie Hodak | EP 9 42:55

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What happens when a business builder steps back and lets others lead? In this episode, I talk with Natalie Hodak, President at Legacy Planning, about how letting go of trying to do it all—and focusing on her own best contribution—helped her and her team grow. Natalie shares her journey from trading to financial planning, and finally to her role as …

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Transforming the Construction Industry Through Systems With Jason Schroeder 20:23

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In This Episode What happens when a great team is forced to work without a great system? According to Jason Schroeder, the result is predictable—and painful. In this engaging episode of the Systems Simplified podcast, host Adi Klevit sits down with Jason to explore why systems are the ultimate form of respect in the construction industry and how le…

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Hustle And The We Mentality with Karl Jacobi 25:24

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On this episode of Keep Hustling, host Aaron Gordon sits down with veteran and entrepreneur Karl Jacobi to explore the transformative power of discipline, resilience, and brotherhood. Karl shares his journey from troubled youth to military service, revealing how seeking structure and an escape led to lifelong lessons in grit, teamwork, and leadersh…

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Unlocking Retention Through Systems: Ryan Englin’s Core Fit Hiring Method 27:26

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In This Episode If you're tired of the revolving door in your hiring process, this episode will change the way you think about employee retention. In this Systems Simplified interview, Adi Klevit speaks with Ryan Englin, who shares how his Core Fit Hiring System is transforming hiring and retention for trades businesses. Ryan breaks down how most c…

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Why Your Call Center Is Killing Your Business 35:25

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What if the difference between your best month ever and losing a loyal customer came down to one phone call? In this episode, Ryan sits down with David Powers, a Chief Experience Officer at Rooter Hero Plumbing and CX Riot Radio host, to dig into how most home service companies get call centers wrong - and how it’s costing them more than they think…

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How Jan Southern Prepares Family-Owned Businesses for a Smooth Exit 24:26

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In This Episode What happens when family and business mix? For Jan Southern, the answer depends on whether your business puts family first—or prioritizes business outcomes. In this conversation with host Adi Klevit, Jan shares how family-run businesses can thrive with the right systems in place. She explains why exit planning should begin at the mo…

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Scaling a Purpose-Driven Law Firm Through Systems and Culture… with Brian LaBovick 34:00

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In This Episode Most business owners say they want to grow, but few are willing to let go of the identity that made them successful. In this dynamic conversation, Adi Klevit interviews Brian LaBovick about his powerful journey from being a passionate trial lawyer to a systems-oriented CEO. Brian reveals how his firm hit a plateau—until he had the c…

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The Spark of Hustle with Kelly Meyer 29:11

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In this inspiring episode of Keep Hustling, host Aaron Gordon sits down with Kelly Meyer, whose journey from a near-high school dropout to a professor, author, and coach is anything but ordinary. Kelly shares powerful stories from his rebellious teenage years, the pivotal moments and people that challenged his trajectory, and how defying expectatio…

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Unlocking Business Efficiency: Diane Mentzer on Role Clarity and Process Alignment 21:15

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In This Episode What if nearly half your team didn’t know what they were supposed to be doing? That’s the shocking statistic Diane Mentzer shares in this insightful follow-up conversation with Adi Klevit. Together, they explore the intersection of clearly defined roles and well-documented processes—and how that combination leads to higher productiv…

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Merging Tech and Trades to Future-Proof Construction 25:50

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In this episode of Titans of the Trades, Ryan Englin welcomes Carl Veillette, CPO at Newforma. Carl dives deep into his journey from architecture to leading innovation in construction software. Discover how he's helping blue collar teams modernize without losing their roots. Carl shares the real challenges of merging startups with legacy companies,…

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Building a Business that You’d Want to Walk Into - Natalie Alfaro | EP 8 40:50

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Natalie Alfaro didn’t plan to open a business. She was driving to work one day in Schuylkill Haven, passing a little storefront that quietly called to her. For weeks she looked, hesitated, told herself she wasn’t ready. But one day, she pulled over. A few months later, she opened Peaceful Healing Massage and Bodywork. In this conversation, Natalie …

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How Kasim Aslam Turned 100 Failures Into Scalable Success Through Systems 26:46

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In This Episode What does it really take to build and sell a business? According to Kasim Aslam, it’s a mix of grit, obsession, and systems—lots of them. In this insightful conversation, Adi Klevit interviews Kasim about his entrepreneurial journey from humble beginnings to scaling and exiting a top Google Ads agency. Kasim shares how relentless ef…

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Hustle Without Limits with Joe Lombardi 30:00

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In this episode, Aaron Gordon talks with Joe Lombardi, who shares his incredible journey from losing his family's $15 million business to becoming a leader in financial planning. Joe opens up about surviving poverty, overcoming personal trauma, and the mindset shifts that helped him rebuild his life and career. He dives into the importance of embra…

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Systemizing Authentic PR Campaigns for Long-Term Growth With Senja Spelman 30:47

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In This Episode What does authentic public relations actually look like in practice? In this conversation, Adi Klevit speaks with Senja Spelman about how to build powerful marketing systems rooted in purpose, not just promotion. Senja shares her journey from working in dental and disaster restoration to becoming a sought-after PR leader in home imp…

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Why Systems Sell: Claudio Vilas on Making Your Business Private Equity-Ready 24:06

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In This Episode When it comes to selling your business, systems are everything. In this engaging conversation, Claudio Vilas joins host Adi Klevit to break down the essential steps for preparing a business to be sold—especially to private equity. Claudio explains how structuring your company with clean financials and transferable processes can dram…

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The $471K Wake-Up Call: Turning Sales Struggles into a Service Empire With Joe Crisara 36:27

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Joe Crisara, known as "Uncle Joe" in the trades, went from being $471,000 in debt to building one of the most respected coaching businesses for service contractors. In this episode, Joe, America’s Service Sales Coach at Service MVP, shares the hard lessons he learned as a contractor, the moment a customer changed his life, and how tiered pricing tr…

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Building Profitable Exits Through Process-Driven Business Sales With David Barnett 32:08

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In This Episode What if selling your business felt more like a calculated strategy than a hopeful gamble? In this episode of the System Simplified podcast, host Adi Klevit talks with business consultant and author David Barnett about the hidden complexities of buying and selling small businesses—and how systems play a pivotal role in both. David sh…

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The Leaf Strategy in Action: Building a Lead-Generating Machine on YouTube with Nate Woodbury 27:07

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In This Episode: Tired of chasing viral fame that doesn’t move the needle? Nate Woodbury shares a smarter path. In this episode of the Systems Simplified podcast, host Adi Klevit talks with Nate about using YouTube as a repeatable, scalable lead generation system. Nate walks us through his unique “Leaf Strategy,” a method that identifies hyper-spec…

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Legendary NYC Hustle with Bob Knakal 31:07

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In this episode, host Aaron Gordon sits down with legendary New York City real estate broker Bob Knakal to explore the mindset and work ethic that have driven his decades-long success. Bob shares the unexpected start of his career, the importance of discipline, and how he overcame early naysayers, including his own father. The conversation explores…

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How Burt Copeland Helps CEOs Avoid Financial Collapse and Build Profitable Systems 33:34

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In This Episode What happens when a thriving business suddenly loses 86% of its revenue in just four weeks? Burt Copeland knows firsthand—and he turned that crisis into a calling. In this engaging episode, host Adi Klevit interviews Burt about the near-collapse of his construction company in 2008 and how that life-altering event led to founding New…

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How AI is Shaping the Future of HVAC Sales 29:24

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What happens when homeowners start expecting HVAC quotes with Amazon-level speed? In this episode of Titans of the Trades, Ryan Englin sits down with Josh Koplin, Co-Founder of EDEN, to talk about the seismic shifts hitting the residential HVAC industry. Josh shares how EDEN’s instant quoting tool is flipping the script, giving consumers the transp…

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Designing Systems for Life and Business Success With Suzie Hall 21:51

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In This Episode What if your lowest point in life was actually your greatest opportunity? In this inspiring episode of the Systems Simplified podcast, host Adi Klevit welcomes back Suzie Hall to discuss her powerful personal and professional transformation. Suzie shares how she turned betrayal and upheaval into a "halftime" moment—resetting her min…

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Bringing Energy To The Hustle With Kristen Clark 28:27

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In this episode of Keep Hustling, host Aaron Gordon sits down with energetic entrepreneur Kristen Clark to explore embracing authenticity and living limitlessly. Kristen shares her journey of unapologetically being herself, letting go of assumptions, and resisting the urge to conform to limiting beliefs. She discusses how manifestation is not somet…

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The Hidden Cost of Bad Books 23:58

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Most construction business owners are great at building things, but not at building wealth. In this episode, Ryan Englin talks with Aaron Mills, Founder and CEO of DAAXIT, a firm helping contractors clean up their financials and scale smarter. Aaron shares how he took an electrical contractor from $30M to $90M and sold it at a 12x multiple, then re…

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Building a Self-Running Business: Len Oppenheimer’s Journey to Operational Freedom 23:43

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In This Episode What if the key to unlocking business growth is documenting what’s already in your head? In this uplifting episode of Systems Simplified, host Adi Klevit talks with Len Oppenheimer about his transformational journey from being deeply entrenched in daily operations to building a business that runs without him. Len shares how Golden B…

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Humanizing AI: How to Use Tech to Strengthen Business Relationships With Victor Cho 24:32

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In This Episode In this episode of the Systems Simplified podcast, Adi Klevit sits down with Victor Cho to discuss the balance between artificial intelligence and authentic human interaction. They explore the practical systems that businesses can implement to nurture deeper relationships using asynchronous, video-based tools like Emovid. Adi and Vi…

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The American Dream Hustle with Aaron Pisano 29:07

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In this episode, Aaron Gordon sits down with Aaron Pisano, mortgage expert and creator of “The Advice Your Dad Never Gave You.” They dive deep into the evolving challenges of homeownership, discussing the changing realities of the American dream, shifting financial strategies, and the importance of financial education—especially for first-time buye…

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How to Build Repeatable Marketing Systems With Jay Berkowitz 40:48

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In This Episode What happens when you combine decades of marketing expertise with a deep appreciation for systems? You get Jay Berkowitz’s framework for helping law firms grow through scalable, data-driven marketing strategies. In this episode of the Systems Simplified podcast, Adi Klevit sits down with Jay to break down the Ten Golden Rules of Onl…

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From Farm to Family Business: 65 Years of Growth 21:54

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What does it take to build a thriving business from the ground up and successfully pass it to the next generation? Elvin Hurst Sr., Founder of Kountry Kraft, shares his incredible journey - from milking cows on the family farm to running a custom cabinetry business with over 100 employees. In this episode, Elvin Sr. reveals: The Christmas gift that…

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From Dirty Jobs to Dignified Careers: Reimagining Construction Work with Ryan Englin, CEO at Core Matters 1:00:39

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Send us a text The mental health crisis sweeping through construction has reached alarming proportions, with suicide rates among workers soaring to five times the national average. But what's driving this crisis, and why aren't more industry leaders talking about it? Ryan Englin, a 15-year veteran consultant and author of "Hire Better People Faster…

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Scaling With Simplicity: How Kate Guillen Systemized Her Business and Helped Others Do the Same 26:14

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In This Episode When your business starts growing faster than you can manage, what’s your next move? For Kate Guillen, the answer was systems. In this episode of the Systems Simplified podcast, Adi Klevit speaks with Kate about how she scaled Simplicity Ops by embedding systems, workflows, and automation into every layer of her business. Kate expla…