Best Carl Nicholas Podcasts (2025)

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1164: Why you're losing sales... and how storytelling can fix it w/ Mitchell Schuckman 32:55

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Mitchell Schuckman spent nearly four decades at a global accounting and consulting firm, but his story is anything but typical. In this episode, we celebrate the launch of his new business—and his book—that showcase his passion for coaching, leadership, and the art of storytelling. From redefining sales through empathy to making career pivots that …

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1163: ALL the secrets of a tech stack (and tech STRATEGY!) that can help you GROW and SCALE w/ Azunna Anyanwu 37:33

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In this episode, we’re diving into the mind of a three-time CIO and CTO who’s taken his decades of experience leading top 100 firms and brought it straight to small business owners like you. Azunna Anyanwu is the founder of The Agile CIO, where he helps entrepreneurs strategically and tactically harness tech to scale smarter—not just faster. Azunna…

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1162: Regain Control, Achieve Clarity, and Unlock Growth in Your Business w/ Kris Rohman 32:57

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In this powerful episode, Kris Rohman—founder of ROH Consulting—dives deep into the operational, cultural, and leadership challenges that entrepreneurs face as they grow. With a background in marketing and operations for Fortune 100 companies and experience as a COO and President, Kris shares the frameworks he now uses to help founders regain contr…

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Will I ever be a confident artist? 🎙️ Origin Stories with JJK Solo Episode 4:14

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💬 Submit questions: https://StudioJJK.com/podcasts🛒 Support the show: https://StudioJJK.com/shop Answering listener questions about being an author, illustrator, and a creative professional.

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1161: BE LAZIER! Time to think in WORKFLOWS rather than TASKS w/ Aarti Anand 35:22

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If you're still trying to do everything in your business manually, this episode is for you. Aarti Anand is the founder of Kodenyx AI, where she helps B2B CEOs and founders automate the most time-wasting parts of their business using intelligent AI agents. From lead nurturing to client onboarding, her systems run like a 24/7 team without the burnout…

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1160: Bringing COLLABORATION, processes, and organization to fix an industry of chaos w/ Carl Nelson 32:16

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What if the process of renovating or building your home could actually be smooth, collaborative, and even enjoyable? That’s the mission Carl Nelson is on. With a background in architecture for national giants like Starbucks and McDonald's, Carl is now transforming the residential construction industry through his company, Visual. In this episode, y…

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1159: From Kitchen Prototype to Oprah: Building WanderFull w/ Lisa Watkins & Katie Hill 36:45

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What happens when two moms-turned-entrepreneurs spot a glaring gap in the market and decide to go all in? You get WanderFull—a stylish, purpose-driven brand that's taken the hydration world by storm and landed features from Oprah, The Today Show, and Women’s Health. In this episode, Lisa Watkins and Katie Hill share how they built their thriving eC…

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PASCAL DELEUZE - Mon tout premier bruit

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Pièce inédite de Pascal Deleuze pour webSYNradio : mon tout premier bruit. Lamentation pour un deuil impossible, cette pièce pour trompette en multipistes est aussi bien la trompe des légions romaines que la voix du kaddish de Maurice Ravel.Pascal Deleuze : trompette, voix. Guillaume Contré : enregistrement, montage, mixage. http://synradio.fr/pasc…

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1158: The NON-TECHIE way to leverage AI for automation, efficiency, & customer experience w/ Tom Sprinkle 35:20

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In this episode, Brian sits down with Tom Sprinkle, a longtime technologist and entrepreneur who's been at the forefront of emerging tech since the early days of the internet. Tom shares how he's helping everyday businesses tap into the real power of AI—not just for content creation, but for operations, automation, and customer experience. Listener…

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1157: Your logo is NOT your brand! Here's your branding hierarchy w/ Andrew Walker & Hayden Anderson 34:54

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Branding isn’t just about logos—it’s about emotion, connection, and storytelling. In this dynamic episode, co-founders of KANSO Creative, Andrew Walker and Hayden Anderson, pull back the curtain on how they help small businesses become unforgettable brands. From their design philosophies rooted in Japanese aesthetics to their client stories that sp…

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1156: MOST BUSINESSES FAIL! But here's how the data reveals we can maximize our success chances w/ Chris Johnson 32:49

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Chris Johnson is on a mission to make data-driven decision-making easy, affordable, and accessible for small businesses. As the founder of PeerView AI, Chris is transforming what was once costly, manual market research into a streamlined, AI-powered service that gives entrepreneurs revenue estimates, competitor benchmarks, and location-specific ins…

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1155: Should EVERY employee have a side hustle + a freelance business? Here's the EXACT roadmap from 9 to 5 (or laid off) to full-time success w/ Cara Gibson-Gallop 34:21

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What if getting laid off was actually the best thing that ever happened to your career? That’s exactly the mindset shift that drove today’s guest, Cara Gibson-Gallop, from being a laid-off corporate marketer to a thriving entrepreneur—and now the founder of Autonomy, a company that helps others do the same. In this episode, Cara shares how she turn…

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🦸🏿 Jamar Nicholas's Origin Story 58:43

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💬 Submit questions: https://StudioJJK.com/podcasts 🛒 Support the show: https://StudioJJK.com/shop 📕 Support Jamar: https://bookshop.org/lists/jamar-nicholas In this episode of the Origin Stories podcast, graphic novelist Jamar Nicholas shares his journey from a vibrant childhood in Philadelphia to his aspirations of becoming a cartoonist. He reflec…

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1154: SLOWER, intentional growth in life, money, and business (and embracing all the PROJECTS we all do!) w/ Nicholas Cook 34:07

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Nicholas Cook has worn many hats—financial advisor, teacher, blogger, real estate investor, and founder of Money 101 Academy—but what ties them all together is his passion for helping others understand and use money intentionally. In this conversation, Nicholas shares why he believes business is just a series of meaningful projects, and how he's cr…

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1153: A 50K person newsletter in 3 months!? You can grow YOUR newsletter for $100/month w/ Evan Kozliner 33:56

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What 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…

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1152: Getting out of SURVIVAL MODE + leveraging tech, data, and AI w/ Graeme Crawford 36:35

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In 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 …

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1151: PERSONAL BRANDING + social media to crack the entrepreneurial code (including running TWO businesses at age 21!) w/ Rebecca Nolan 32:27

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In 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 compa…

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1150: MAKE IT SIMPLE for growth (and you'll still find these predictable revenue walls!) w/ Norris Ayvazian 36:50

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In 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 simp…

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1149: This is NOT your average AI episode! This is about AI INTEGRATION into life + biz w/ Justin Coats 35:06

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In 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 …

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41. How Should We Rebuild Trust in Journalism? With Tim Watkin 47:05

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Tim Watkin is a journalist and media manager. He works as executive editor for audio at Radio New Zealand, but is currently on sabbatical at the University of Glasgow, studying how to rebuild trust in journalism as part of a project on Epistemic Autonomy. In this interview we discuss the nature of trust, why it's important, why journalists seem to …

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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 34:35

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What 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, …

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1147: Using your PURPOSE to fuel your persistence, innovation, and LEGACY w/ Sergio Sotelo 32:41

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In 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 Wats…

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1146: NEUROSCIENCE & leadership skills to unlock the extraordinary inside YOU w/ Joanne Merrick 38:16

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In 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 …

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1145: How many AI agents can you put to work for your business? w/ Mark Brennan 38:05

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In 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 clo…

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1144: Going from from START-up to SCALE-up & navigating the critical phases of growth w/ Kristi Broom 33:17

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In 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 evolvin…

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1143: Changing the way HR navigates government compliance with TECHNOLOGY (& entrepreneurial innovation!) w/ Janice Kephart 37:29

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In 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 auth…

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1142: Navigating and leading the way with AI guardrails at the enterprise level w/ Shaun Ayrton 34:55

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In 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 ad…

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1141: THIS relationship-based strategy can get you customers & clients with NO UPFRONT COSTS w/ Jessica Robinson 36:54

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Affiliate 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 o…

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1140: What the heck is DeFi and how can it help YOU make money w/ Vadim Voss 34:10

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In 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 experie…

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1139: AI that automates SALES, OUTREACH, and CUSTOMER SERVICE w/ Robert Chen 33:45

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In 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 t…

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1138: Automating online reselling and e-commerce with AI and your phone's camera w/ Graham Wood 35:19

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In 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…

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Ep 95: Luxury Real Estate Agent Carl Gambino Dominates in Multiple Market 32:53

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Carl Gambino is a hustler and a boss, but ontrary to popular belief, he is not the grandson of one of New York's most infamous crime bosses Carlo Gambino. Actually, Carl grew up in New York and New Jersey in a modest middle class home and cut his teeth in sales at 19 years old by making hundreds of cold calls in boiler rooms across New York. Facing…

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1137: Revolutionizing GOLF through technology… and lessons from a start-up journey w/ Ryan Walsh 33:28

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What 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 less…

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1136: HIRING IS CHANGING! These two brothers are at the forefront of the hiring revolution with TECH + HUMANIZATION w/ Azam & Raihan Dadabhoy 35:53

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In 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 t…

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1135: AI can do WAY more things than you think for your business (including AUTOMATION and AI agents!) w/ Coltrane Kubo 34:11

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In 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…

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40. How do you decide whether law enforcement and national security operations are ethically justified? With Joe Fogarty 49:43

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Joe Fogarty has spent over 30 years working in national security and law enforcement, in the UK and elsewhere. He's currently working on cyber-security risks and organised crime for the UK's central government, as the Head of the Government's Cyber Resilience Centre. Recently, he's been looking at security and law enforcement through a philosophica…

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1134: Is UGC the secret to paid ad success? Here's EVERYTHING you need to know... w/ Fernando Menendez 33:10

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In 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…

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1133: Sales that JUST WORK... and the power (and magic!) of UPSELLING w/ Neal Rummler 32:50

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Sales 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 s…

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1132: Your VISUALS are speaking for themselves... make them work for your business w/ Dana Francks 32:38

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Your 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…

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1131: HER MARRIAGE WENT VIRAL! Here's what we can all learn from her approach... w/ Sami Packard 34:00

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Change 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 s…

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1130: How to HAVE IT ALL as a high-performer w/ Tracy Bednar 34:51

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Tracy 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…

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1129: CONTINUOUS improvement and the FIRST role to hire for your biz w/ Emily Spellerberg 33:56

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If you feel like you're constantly putting out fires in your business, struggling with efficiency, or just want a clearer path to growth, this episode is for you! Emily Spellerberg, founder and CEO of Emily Spellerberg Consulting, specializes in operations, systems, and continuous improvement for small to medium-sized businesses. Emily dives deep i…

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1128: You DON'T have a resource problem! Here's what ECONOMICS reveals w/ Shefali Mehta 33:48

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If you've ever struggled to figure out how to bring your passions and expertise together into a thriving business, this episode is for you. Shefali Mehta is an economist, statistician, and entrepreneur who has built a career on applying diverse disciplines to solve real-world challenges. As the founder of Open Rivers Consulting Associates, Shefali …

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1127: BESPOKE AI solutions that know YOUR company and industry for BETTER results w/ Andrew Zang 35:13

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In this episode, Brian sits down with Andrew Zang, a law-trained real estate expert turned AI entrepreneur, who’s building bespoke AI systems with a focus on responsibility, privacy, and first-party data. Andrew is the founder of Bespoke AIR (Artificial Intelligence Review), where he delivers secure, on-premise, and hyper-specific AI tools designed…

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1126: This ex-Navy linguist is using AI to win more government contracts w/ Arthur Runno 32:16

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Government contracting is a complex, competitive, and highly lucrative industry—but Arthur Runno is changing the game. As the CEO of Turingon, Arthur is leveraging AI to streamline proposal writing and make federal contracts more accessible. With 20+ years of experience, billions of dollars in successful bids, and a background in the U.S. Navy as a…

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1125: How Adam Serlin is Using Data to Drive Social Change (& What You Can Learn From His Journey!) 34:54

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In this episode, we dive deep into the power of data, technology, and accountability with Adam Serlin, founder of Independent Variable. Adam’s journey from working with at-risk youth in the justice system to leading a data-driven consulting firm is nothing short of inspiring. What started as a passion for improving community-based programs led him …

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1124: PRESERVING CULTURE through entrepreneurship (and a fully-funded Kickstarter campaign!) w/ Nadine Zaza 33:05

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What if entrepreneurship could be a tool for preserving cultural heritage? That’s exactly what Nadine Zaza, founder of Culture Crate, is doing. With a background in architecture, human-centered design, and cultural strategy, Nadine has built a mission-driven business that brings intangible cultural heritage to life through experiential learning kit…

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1123: This entrepreneur is revolutionizing the wellness industry with DIGITAL TWINS and AI w/ Moses Kasozi 32:59

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In this episode, we dive into the future of wellness technology with Moses Kasozi, founder of Mulongo Inc. and the creator of Oseer, a groundbreaking wellness digital twin platform. Moses has a background in statistical analysis at the Federal Reserve Bank and deep experience in product management in the identity authentication and wearable tech sp…

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1122: FORGET PROCESS IMPROVEMENT! Here's how to reimagine your entire workflow w/ Eli Glanz 34:01

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If you think business growth is just about making small tweaks, think again. Eli Glanz, founder of Workflow Architects, isn’t in the business of process improvement—he’s in the business of process reimagination. In this episode, Eli shares how he helps companies move from inefficient workflows to scalable, tech-powered growth systems. His unique fi…

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1121: FUTURE-PROOFING your business because THIS is what AI will do to ALL of us in the future w/ Marcus Blair 32:47

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Marcus Blair, founder of Omega Business Solutions, joins us to dive deep into how entrepreneurs can use tech intelligently to scale. From custom AI deployments to process optimization, Marcus isn't just chasing shiny objects—he’s solving real business problems with tailored digital solutions. His story of launching a business during COVID, combined…