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Send us Fan Mail If you're one of many founders that are starting to slightly resent the business they built, this conversation is for you.  Ambition and perseverance got you to success, but the future of your business is going to require a founder that isn't too busy in the weeds to see where the puck is going next.   Your business will hit a ceiling of growth if everything still runs through you.  In this episode, Alec Broadfoot explains how founders can recognize when it is time to stop trying to do everything themselves and start thinking seriously about the hire that can change the trajectory of the business: the right number two. Alec Broadfoot  is the founder and CEO of Vision Spark and the author of Hiring Your Right Number Two Leader. He has spent years helping entrepreneurs make one of the most important and most misunderstood leadership hires in business.  This conversation explores why founders often get this hire wrong, what the right second-in-command actually looks like, and what has to happen after the hire if you want the relationship to work. If you are feeling stretched, tired of carrying the day-to-day, or wondering whether growth now requires a different structure around you, this episode will give you a sharper lens. 📌What’s covered When founder hustle stops being enoughThe leadership hire that can unlock growthWhy hiring on instinct can backfireThe role of assessments, traits, and fitWhat makes a founder-number two relationship workWhere good hires break down after day oneThe tension between trust, control, and scale📚Hiring Your Right Number 2 Leader: Gain More Time. Earn More Income. Create More Impact. by Alec Broadfoot 🌐Learn more about Alec https://visionsparksearch.com/ 💛Share with a Founder who would enjoy this conversation.  Thank you for listening in!  See you next week.  

Send us Fan Mail Most founders think scaling is about chasing the next revenue number. This conversation shows why cash flow, team, and mindset matter more than the milestone itself. This episode with Tracy Holland breaks down what actually changes as you scale from $1M to $10M to $100M+  and what has to be in place if you want growth without burnout. Tracy co-founded Hatch Beauty and helped scale it to more than $750 million in cumulative wholesale revenue. What makes this episode valuable is not just the size of the business she built, but the clarity she brings to the real levers behind growth: cash flow, team, mindset, vision, and the disciplines that keep a founder from drifting when things get harder, not easier.  This is a conversation for founders who want to grow without building a business they secretly hate. It is also for founders who are trying to make smarter decisions about hiring, culture, momentum, AI, and the tension between short-term cash and long-term brand building. Enjoy this masterclass!  🌐Learn more about Tracy https://www.innerfifth.com/ 🤝Follow Tracy https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracyholland/ 💛Share with a Founder who would enjoy this conversation.  Thank you for listening in!  See you next week.  

Send us Fan Mail Whether you are trying to grow, improve profitability, buy a small business, or decide whether to keep pushing or walk away, this conversation will challenge the way you think about scale, systems, and financial discipline. 📌What’s covered: The 2 questions to ask before scalingWhy revenue growth alone is not enoughWhat causes businesses to breakHow to think about turnarounds under pressureSmall business acquisition traps to watch forThe difference between a scalable business and a micro businessMetrics founders should track before pushing for growthWhat AI may change about business economicsNick Jain is the co-founder of Eagle Rock CFO Services, helping small businesses get elite financial advice without the Fortune 500 price tag. He graduated top of his class from Harvard Business School, spent a decade as a professional investor, and has scaled three businesses to over $100M across trucking, software, and eCommerce. He now works with companies doing $5-50M to help them run leaner and grow smarter. 🌐https://www.eaglerockcfo.com/podcast 🤝Connect with Nick on LinkedIn  💛Share with a Founder who would enjoy this conversation.  Thank you for listening in!  See you next week.  

Send us Fan Mail Most leadership advice sounds polished until life gets complicated. This conversation explores what it really takes to lead a team, make hard calls, protect trust, and stay grounded when both business and life are pulling on you. 📌What’s covered:  The hidden cost of leadership after high-pressure momentsWhat crisis teaches about character and decision-makingHow servant leadership looks in real lifeBuilding trust and culture through everyday actionsLeading teams through uncertainty and changeStaying grounded when life and business collideToday’s guest is Jay U. Jacobson, a funeral director, entrepreneur, and leadership voice shaped by moments where pressure, grief, and responsibility collide. Jay has testified before the United States Senate on funeral ethics and draws on decades of experience in disaster response, business ownership, and mentoring leaders to explore what leadership looks like when it actually matters. He’s the author of Lead by Legendary Example, a story-driven book on integrity, presence, service, and legacy in real-world leadership. 📚Lead By Legendary Example by Jay Jacobson  🌐Learn more about Jay Jacobson https://www.jacobsonprostaff.com/ ***Want to be a guest on The Entrepreneur’s Kitchen? Send Priscilla Shumba a message on PodMatch, here.***  💛Share with a Founder who would enjoy this conversation.  Thank you for listening in!  See you next week.  

Send us Fan Mail Most founders don’t fail because they lack talent...they fail because they built the wrong thing.  In this episode, Bradley Hawkins gives you a reality check for spotting “smart ideas” vs real problems people will pay to solve. 📌More on what's covered in this episode:  The difference between clever ideas and real customer problems How to identify underserved markets with hidden opportunityThe pre-build conversations that prevent expensive mistakesA framework for pressure-testing whether an offer is launch-readyHow to think about AI without chasing hypeLeadership clarity, curiosity, and decision-making under founder pressureCybersecurity risks founders underestimate—and the simplest habit to start withThe story and message behind Unshakable LifeBradley Hawkins is a business leader, author, and entrepreneur who has spent his career building companies in cybersecurity, event hospitality, energy, and other investment ventures. He leads with a mix of curiosity, faith, and practical strategy, which shows up in both his work and writing.  📚Unshakeable Life: Living A Life Of Purpose, Abundance, and Eternal Impact by Bradley Hawkins, Authors on a mission et al. 🌐For more on Brad’s work: unshakeablelife.com  **Want to be a guest on The Entrepreneur’s Kitchen ? Send Priscilla Shumba a message on PodMatch ** 💛Share with a Founder who would enjoy this conversation.  Thank you for listening in!  See you next week.  

Send us Fan Mail If you’re exhausted, doing “all the things,” and the money still isn’t moving…the great news is you don’t need more discipline. The insightful news: you need a better design. 📌What’s covered in this founder mindset reset episode: The hidden emotional cost of working hard while results stay quietWhy entrepreneurship breaks the “clock in = get paid” belief systemThe difference between high effort and high-leverage workHow founders accidentally train themselves into resistance, avoidance, and burnoutThe mindset shift from “work harder” to “design better”What “CEO mode” actually looks like when you’re hesitant to invite people into your offerA simple way to structure your day so your calendar reflects revenue prioritiesA reflection question to help you identify one non-negotiable action that moves the needle💛Share with a Founder who would enjoy this conversation.  Thank you for listening in!  See you next week.  

Send us Fan Mail If your business results are inconsistent, this episode hits on the real issues of entrepreneurship: execution, micro-corrections, and the decision rules that keep you from blowing up your business.Our special guest is Bob Campana, a California-based serial entrepreneur with over 40 years of experience building successful ventures across hospitality, travel, real estate, and aviation.  He’s the author of Don’t Look Down! The Improbable Adventures and Battle-Tested Lessons of a Serial Entrepreneur: a candid look at the grit and resilience behind four decades of business-building. From hot tub manufacturing to creating Redwood Café, one of Modesto’s most beloved spots, and now leading Redwood Café Tours across Europe, Asia, and Oceania, Bob’s story is a masterclass in adaptability and optimism.  He continues to expand into real estate and aircraft leasing, and has launched his own entrepreneurship podcast.  🎥Follow Bob’s improbable adventures at https://www.youtube.com/@GetBack2Workk 💛Share with a Founder who would enjoy this conversation.  Thank you for listening in!  See you next week.  

Send us Fan Mail Want better sleep tonight? Start by understanding what’s actually happening when you “can’t switch off.”  From caffeine timing to conditioned arousal, you’ll hear the founder patterns that quietly sabotage deep rest, and the frameworks that bring your nights back under control. Dr. Benjamin Long is a sleep doctor by day & seminary student by night with an interest in the integration of theology and sleep.  These interests have culminated into his debut book "Sleep Habits Journal: Practices, Prayers, & Devotions to Ease Your Sleepless Nights."  He lives in San Antonio, Texas with his wife, son, and their dog-Rolo. 📚Sleep Habits Journal: Practices, Prayers, and Devotions To Ease Your Sleepless Nights by Benjamin Long https://www.sleephabitsjournal.com/ 🤝Connect with Dr. Benjamin https://www.instagram.com/thewholeheartedmd/?hl=en **Want to be a guest on The Entrepreneur’s Kitchen? Send Priscilla Shumba a message on PodMatch** 💛Share with a Founder who would enjoy this conversation.  Thank you for listening in!  See you next week.  

Send us Fan Mail If you’re waiting until you “know everything” before you start, you’re already stuck. This episode takes you on an epic founder journey: What to build first and what to learn later. 📌What’s Covered: Why “get feedback early” can actually kill great ideas The scrappy prototype path that turns a concept into something buyers understand.The part nobody glamorizes: what happens when manufacturers keep saying “NO."A contrarian go-to-market lesson: why major retailers are often the worst place to startThe real growth unlock most founders underestimate: why one trade show decision can change your entire trajectory Todd Hanson is the  President of Compass Carts. Todd has led their patented utility cart system from concept to international partnerships, most recently expanding into Europe.  After more than 20 years in corporate leadership at Wells Fargo, he transitioned into entrepreneurship, specialising in customer experience, leadership development, and large-scale business initiatives. 🌐Learn more at https://compasscarts.com/ 🤝Connect with Todd https://www.linkedin.com/in/toddhanson1/ Caught a 💡 gem? No need to take notes. Get every episode's must-know takeaways delivered straight to your inbox — free. Click the link ➡️Join our Substack.  Don't let AI drown out your message! Founders, grow your network, influence and impact with a professional podcast on a real time and money budget. Click the link👇 The Execution Guide Your Home Office Podcast  💛Share with a Founder who would enjoy this conversation.  Thank you for listening in!  See you next week.  

Send us Fan Mail Most founders compete by doing what already exists...just “better.” But what if the real opportunity is building what’s missing?  This conversation will stretch how you see market gaps, risk, and the kind of business worth betting your time on.  Rebecca Matchett is a serial entrepreneur with a proven track record in building brands that scale, resonate, and disrupt.   From creating a patented sizing system in fashion to stepping into tech, Rebecca shares how she thinks about opportunity, mission, and the risks worth taking. And stay with us to the end, because Rebecca shares the pivotal lesson she wishes she had understood earlier… and it might save you years of building the right thing the wrong way.  Today, Rebecca is setting her sights on something far more personal with the SynchronyApp: reimagining how neurodivergent adults find connection, friendship, and belonging. 🌐Learn more about the Synchrony app https://joinsynchrony.com/ 🤝Connect with Rebecca on LinkedIn Caught a 💡 gem? No need to take notes. Get every episode's must-know takeaways delivered straight to your inbox — free. Click the link ➡️Join our Substack.  Don't let AI drown out your message! Founders, grow your network, influence and impact with a professional podcast on a real time and money budget. Click the link👇 The Execution Guide Your Home Office Podcast  💛Share with a Founder who would enjoy this conversation.  Thank you for listening in!  See you next week.  

Send us Fan Mail If you’ve ever watched someone less skilled get chosen over you, this episode will change how you play the game.  We’re unpacking why “great work” doesn’t automatically create opportunity, and what actually does. 📌What’s Covered: Why being “excellent at the work” can secretly keep you stuck (and what visibility signals actually move decisions).The “Quarterly Five” concept: the small circle that quietly determines your next opportunity.Networking without feeling fake: the real line between building relationships and “using people”.The hidden rules of the career game: what nobody teaches, but everyone’s rewarded for knowing.Posting on LinkedIn when you’re employed (or building a business): how to grow your brand without triggering backlash, or breaking company trust.Kendall Berg is an internationally published author, TEDx speaker, and career coach dedicated to helping professionals master the career game and accelerate their success. After experiencing her own transformation from being stuck at the manager level for over five years to earning five promotions in six years, she became passionate about empowering others to navigate corporate politics and build their leadership presence. Her recent book, *Secrets of the Career Game: 36 Strategies to Get Ahead in Your Career*, uncovers the often-overlooked soft skills that can set you apart and propel you forward. 🌐Learn more about Kendall https://thatcareercoach.net/ 🤝Connect with Kendall https://www.linkedin.com/in/kendall-berg-347b5a40/ Caught a 💡 gem? No need to take notes. Get every episode's must-know takeaways delivered straight to your inbox — free. Click the link ➡️Join our Substack.  Don't let AI drown out your message! Founders, grow your network, influence and impact with a professional podcast on a real time and money budget. Click the link👇 The Execution Guide Your Home Office Podcast  💛Share with a Founder who would enjoy this conversation.  Thank you for listening in!  See you next week.  

Send us Fan Mail Money is not a mystery; it’s a skill.  Dr Nicholas E. Michels opens up his playbook for everyday founders who want to be rich in money, relationships, and purpose. 📌What’s Covered In This Episode: How to move from constant money anxiety to calm, intentional decisions as a founderHow to talk about money with your spouse without every conversation turning into tension or avoidanceHow to start building a financial safety net outside your business, even if you’re used to reinvesting everything back into growthDr. Nicholas E. Michels is Amazon’s bestselling author, keynote speaker, and elite wealth strategist with nearly two decades of experience guiding thousands to financial happiness. As founder of Michels Family Financial and creator of the Rich by Choice movement, he combines advanced training in business, psychology, and finance to help families align their money with purpose, peace, and legacy. A former professional basketball player whose journey began in a trailer park, Dr. Michels is passionate about blending faith, behavioral science, and proven strategies to empower people to build lives of significance on their terms. 🌐Learn more at http://www.richbychoicebook.com  Caught a 💡 gem? No need to take notes. Get every episode's must-know takeaways delivered straight to your inbox — free. Click the link ➡️Join our Substack.  Don't let AI drown out your message! Founders, grow your network, influence and impact with a professional podcast on a real time and money budget. Click the link👇 The Execution Guide Your Home Office Podcast  💛Share with a Founder who would enjoy this conversation.  Thank you for listening in!  See you next week.  

Send us Fan Mail If you’re stuck doing everything yourself, burning out, and quietly wondering, “What’s wrong with me?”   This conversation with transformational coach Peter Kolat (“Polish Peter”) will show you how to shift from a “me business” to a “we business,” design a life-first calendar, and start leading from your authentic self again. 📌What’s covered: The hidden cost of the “I have to do it all myself” belief for founders.How a divorce became the unexpected catalyst for a life-first business.A contrarian take on mindset—and why that word might be keeping entrepreneurs stuck.The 7 Human Drives behind entrepreneurial behavior, including significance, connection, contribution, and faith.What it really means to return to your authentic self instead of operating from survival mode.Today’s guest is Polish Peter (Peter Kolat), author of Authentic Self Rebirth, creator of the 7 Human Drives Framework, and a transformational coach affectionately known as the “Polish Tony Robbins.” He’s coached thousands, spoken on over 100 stages, and was named Transformational Coach of the Year in both 2022 and 2024.  Peter helps entrepreneurs and high achievers cut through the self-help noise, reconnect with their true identity, and build lives and businesses rooted in peace, purpose, and personal freedom.  🌐Learn more about Peter https://myauthenticrebirth.com/ Caught a 💡 gem? No need to take notes. Get every episode's must-know takeaways delivered straight to your inbox — free. Click the link ➡️Join our Substack.  Don't let AI drown out your message! Founders, grow your network, influence and impact with a professional podcast on a real time and money budget. Click the link👇 The Execution Guide Your Home Office Podcast  💛Share with a Founder who would enjoy this conversation.  Thank you for listening in!  See you next week.  

Send us Fan Mail Thinking about buying a franchise, franchising your own business, or just staying solo?  In this episode, Max Emma breaks down the real decisions behind each path through the lens of an immigrant founder who lost everything in 2008 and rebuilt a global franchise from scratch. 📌What’s covered: How to decide if you should buy a franchise, franchise your business, or keep building solo as an early-stage founder.A real-world framework for telling whether a franchise opportunity actually matches your strengths, personality, and lifestyle goals.The mindset shifts that turn a painful business failure or bankruptcy into a launchpad for your next level of growth.Practical insight on building a global remote team (across multiple countries) without ending up working 24/7.A fresh way to think about freedom, lifestyle design, and abundance so your business supports your life (not the other way around).Max Emma is a Certified Franchise Executive with over two decades of hands-on experience in the franchise world. From providing bookkeeping services to over 100 franchise brands across the U.S. through BooXkeeping, to building his own bookkeeping franchise, to guiding aspiring entrepreneurs as a franchise consultant, Max is a seasoned expert in all things franchising. 🌐Learn more about Max Emma https://www.franchisewithmax.com/ Caught a 💡 gem? No need to take notes. Get every episode's must-know takeaways delivered straight to your inbox — free. Click the link ➡️Join our Substack.  Don't let AI drown out your message! Founders, grow your network, influence and impact with a professional podcast on a real time and money budget. Click the link👇 The Execution Guide Your Home Office Podcast  💛Share with a Founder who would enjoy this conversation.  Thank you for listening in!  See you next week.  

Send us Fan Mail If you’re posting, branding, and “working on your website” but not actually closing clients, this episode is your wake-up call.  Sales strategist Katie Nelson (The Sales Catalyst and CEO of Sales Uprising) breaks down why so many first-time founders drown in marketing while starving their business of cash.  If you’ve ever avoided sales because you’re introverted, uncertain, or afraid of hearing “no,” this conversation will change how you think about selling forever. 📌What’s covered: How to stop hiding behind “busy marketing work” and finally face the sales conversations your business is starving for.Why quiet, thoughtful founders can actually crush it in sales, and how to turn your introversion into a superpower.The hard truth about why your beautiful website and content aren’t converting, and what has to change before clients start saying yes.How to break free from living off random referrals and build a sales pipeline that feels steady, intentional, and in your control.How to turn the sting of “no” into data, confidence, and momentum instead of doubt, shame, and hiding from selling.Katie Nelson, Founder and CEO of Sales UpRising, has built her business around this message: Cashflow Is Oxygen. She is committed to bringing the fun back into sales and helping her clients grow their small businesses into six-figure-plus Big League Players. Katie is a speaker, consultant, and business coach with a total 25 years of sales expertise and $150 million sold in products and services.  🌐 Learn more about Katie https://salesuprising.com/ 🤝Connect with Katie https://www.instagram.com/salesuprising Caught a 💡 gem? No need to take notes. Get every episode's must-know takeaways delivered straight to your inbox — free. Click the link ➡️Join our Substack.  Don't let AI drown out your message! Founders, grow your network, influence and impact with a professional podcast on a real time and money budget. Click the link👇 The Execution Guide Your Home Office Podcast  💛Share with a Founder who would enjoy this conversation.  Thank you for listening in!  See you next week.