In this episode, I get to speak with Dan Grech. Dan is the founder and CEO of BizHack Academy. His journey started as a journalist with NPR and PBS, where he honed his storytelling skills at The Washington Post, The Boston Globe, and the Miami Herald. Transitioning into the world of entrepreneurship and education, He discovered a passion for helping small business owners harness the power of digital marketing. At BizHack Academy,they have trained thousands of businesses, providing them with the ...
Dec 24, 2024•43 min•Season 6Ep. 77
In this episode, I get to speak with Ashley Gore. Ashley is an online course and learning community builder and strategist for entrepreneurs. She was the architect behind SPI's All-Access Pass learning community membership and has since started directly helping entrepreneurs turn their expertise into digestible, engaging online courses and cohort experiences for their audiences. Ashley prides herself on sharing value-packed tips on how to create your own course or make your current learning expe...
Dec 19, 2024•53 min•Season 6Ep. 76
In this episode, I get to speak with Mitch Carson. For the past 30+ years, Mitch has helped hundreds of speakers, authors, coaches, consultants, and business owners worldwide land TV and radio interviews, boosting their credibility instantly, and aiding them to charge premium prices for their products and services. And, as a television show host on NBC Channel 3 Las Vegas, he knows what it has done for him and his clients. Mitch is also a celebrated professional speaker and closer who has spoken...
Dec 16, 2024•39 min•Season 6Ep. 75
In this episode, I get to speak with Jamal Marshall. Jamal is a counselor, speaker, and podcaster who has overcome immense personal challenges to find his true purpose. Jamal's journey is one of transformation - from a high-achieving, trauma-response professional to a wounded healer dedicated to helping others break free from their own patterns. Through his work, he's learned the power of pausing, doing the inner work, and seeking help when needed. Jamal shares practical tips you can implement t...
Dec 12, 2024•36 min•Season 6Ep. 74
In this episode, I get to speak with Brad Martineau. He is the founder of Sixth Division and Plus This. Brad is a seasoned entrepreneur with an impressive background - he's a father of five, a basketball enthusiast, and has built multiple successful businesses. Brad shares his journey from his early days working at Infusionsoft to founding his own companies. He'll reveal the principles behind building a "smooth scaling" business and practical hacks any entrepreneur can implement right away. Stay...
Dec 10, 2024•59 min•Season 6Ep. 73
In this episode, I get to speak with Ana Xavier. Ana Xavier is a multilingual award-winning podcast Marketer and Content Strategist with 10+ years of experience producing podcasts in the US, UK, and Portugal. Her weekly show The Podcast Space, provides strategic yet practical ways for professionals to use their show as an effective tool for online marketing. Anna is also an expert in helping podcasters leverage analytics and social media to increase listener engagement. Over the next 30 minutes,...
Dec 03, 2024•49 min•Season 6Ep. 71
In this episode, I get to speak with Peggy Van de Plassche. Peggy spent 20 years as an executive, venture capitalist, and entrepreneur in financial services and tech before discovering the transformative power of psilocybin. She developed “The Brain Power Microdose” and the 90-day “Microdose Diet” protocol to enhance personal and professional success. Now focused on psychedelic-powered development, Peggy offers a 12-week transformation program combining microdosing with therapies like tapping me...
Nov 28, 2024•46 min•Season 6Ep. 70
In this episode, I get to speak with Dr. Kimberly Harms. She has been around the block in life. She has served as a Commissioned Officer in the United States Public Health Service, a dental school professor, a grief counselor, a death doula, a civil mediator, a clinical dentist with her late husband Jim in Farmington MN, a school board Chair, President of an international women’s organization, the first woman President of the Minnesota Dental Association, a National Spokesperson for the American...
Nov 26, 2024•38 min•Season 6Ep. 69
In this episode, I get to speak with Jon Clemence. We'll be diving into the world of content creation and marketing. Jon is a seasoned expert in the field of writing, editing, and helping businesses craft compelling content that resonates with their audience. We'll discuss the importance of authenticity and authority when it comes to blogging, the common mistakes people make, and practical tips to improve your content and engagement. You'll walk away with actionable strategies you can implement ...
Nov 21, 2024•42 min•Season 6Ep. 68
In this episode, I get to speak with Scott A. Stanfield. He is a visionary investor, entrepreneur, and the author of Passive Profits: The Turnkey Rental Investor’s Guide. Scott's journey began in the world of science, earning a PhD in Engineering and contributing to cutting-edge research in aerospace and physics. But his passion for learning and innovation didn’t stop there. He transitioned from a successful career as a research scientist to becoming a full-time investor and entrepreneur, master...
Nov 19, 2024•49 min•Season 6Ep. 67
Today's episode is a special one - we've hit episode 6666, a number that has stirred up a lot of feelings over time. Most of us are familiar with the idea that 666 is associated with darkness and evil. But today, we're diving deep into what 666 really means, especially from the perspectives of numerology, angel numbers, and the golden ratio. Spoiler alert - it's not the dark symbol you might think it is. I'm your host, Junaid Ahmed, and I'll be connecting how this number plays a role in my work,...
Nov 14, 2024•10 min•Season 6Ep. 66
In this episode, I get to speak with Richard Kaufman. Richard is the author of the bestselling book "The Podcasting Blueprint: Mastering Purpose, Power, and Profit." Richard is a true inspiration, having overcome significant challenges, including the loss of his vision, to build a successful podcasting career. In our conversation, he'll share the powerful hacks and strategies he's used to grow his show, as well as the importance of humility, finding mentors, and perseverance. Whether you're a se...
Nov 12, 2024•30 min•Season 6Ep. 65
In this episode, I get to speak with Furkhan Dandia. Furkhan has dedicated his career to supporting individuals through their most challenging times. Before transitioning to a career in therapy, Furkhan spent nearly 20 years in the corporate world, working in Engineering and Business. This unique background gives him a distinctive perspective on the challenges faced by professionals and the stresses of corporate life. He effectively integrates this understanding into his therapeutic practice, he...
Nov 07, 2024•43 min•Season 6Ep. 64
In this episode, I get to speak with Daniel Den. Daniel became fascinated with marketing and sales almost two decades ago. Today he is the co-creator of the X Factor Effect methodology where he and his team have helped over 20,000 students and clients grow their businesses. Daniel teaches that “Different is the new Better” and his framework includes nine pillars for differentiating your business so that you can become a market leader or category king. For several years, Daniel traveled the world...
Nov 05, 2024•59 min•Season 6Ep. 63
In this episode, I get to speak with Tanya Smith. She is the founder of Get Noticed with Video and host of Stream Like a Boss® TV. With almost 20 years in digital marketing, Tanya is a veteran coach and video content strategist. Known for her soothing voice and innovative use of apps to get things done, she helps service businesses master a 4-step BOSS formula to create consistent, lead-generating livestreams that transform their audience from crickets to cash-paying clients. Tanya has been feat...
Oct 31, 2024•51 min•Season 6Ep. 62
In this episode, I get to speak with Dominiece Clifton. His work lies at the intersection of connection, community, and change, as she individuals and organizations to prioritize soul-care while living more aligned and fulfilling lives. She is a somatic practitioner who promotes an integrated approach to healing. Dom is the founder of Move And Still, Nourish Wellness Collective, and hosts The School of Healing podcast. Her book Hold Space to Heal is available now. Let's get started! Where to rea...
Oct 28, 2024•49 min•Season 6Ep. 61
In this episode, I get to speak with Zach Oehlman. Raised on an Indiana farm with big dreams and an entrepreneurial spirit, Zach Oehlman is a master of transformation. A seasoned valuation consultant and a visionary in real estate investing, Zach has built a robust community around the lifecycle of entrepreneurship: from launching to scaling businesses, and then reinvesting in real estate to foster sustainable wealth. With his journeys spanning over 20 countries, Zach not only shares his extensi...
Oct 24, 2024•49 min•Season 6Ep. 60
In this episode, I get to speak with Brandon Birkmeyer. He is an award-winning marketer and business coach who helps industry leaders and content creators with personal branding and digital marketing. He specifically works with entrepreneurs, executives, speakers, authors, and coaches on all things personal branding including brand identity and messaging, social media presence, content creation, content marketing, podcasting, blogging, and video marketing. His services (https://www.brandsonbrand...
Oct 22, 2024•1 hr•Season 6Ep. 59
In this episode, I get to speak with Atiba de Souza. Atiba de Souza, renowned as a "Super Connector" and the "Video Content Superman," is a celebrated marketer and business owner whose career is rooted in the profound belief that the true power in business lies in building relationships grounded in pure intentions to connect, share, and serve. With an impressive track record spanning over two decades, Atiba has been instrumental in connecting people across various industries, earning him a reput...
Oct 17, 2024•50 min•Season 6Ep. 58
In this episode, I get to speak with Jonathan Cronstedt. JCron is an investor, advisor, author and a Board Director at Kajabi, a knowledge commerce platform. Prior to Kajabi, JCron held executive leadership positions for SaaS, mortgage finance, digital publishing, and direct sales. While its President, Kajabi grew 2153%, achieving a $2B valuation within five years. After his 20-plus years in executive leadership, operations, and strategy, JCron developed the Bullseye Formula - his proven method ...
Oct 15, 2024•54 min•Season 6Ep. 57
In this episode, I get to speak with Tom Schwab. Do you think introverts can't become public speakers? Let me introduce you to Tom Schwab. He's an engineer whose first job out of college was running nuclear power plants in the Navy. Now he's a leading voice on podcast interview marketing. Being an introvert, he'd never have thought he'd have been a top sales rep with a Fortune 100 company, Hubspots first eCommerce case study, the Founder of Interview Valet, or a public speaker. The world is chan...
Oct 10, 2024•42 min•Season 6Ep. 56
In this episode, I get to speak with Angela Beyer. Angela is a renowned coach and health expert, isn't just about aesthetics; she empowers women to build muscle, cultivate healthy habits, and achieve lasting well-being. Sculpting bodies and shaping lives. From overcoming personal challenges to bodybuilding triumph and celebrity training, Angela's journey fuels her passion for guiding others towards physical and mental empowerment. Miss Universe titleholder, author, and media mentioned (All Star ...
Oct 08, 2024•50 min•Season 6Ep. 55
In this episode, I get to speak with Marcy Axelrod. History reveals the secret of truly showing up remains hidden. Since age six, Marcy Axelrod’s calling has been to uncover these secrets. At that age, she lost the ability to Show Up as she chose, then watched endlessly as others without her challenge, failed to choose to achieve their potential, even though they could. Marcy asked different questions than other performance-focused scientists. And she found different answers. Today she’s sharing...
Oct 03, 2024•49 min•Season 6Ep. 54
In this episode, I get to speak with Dr. Nancy Zare. She holds an MSW and Ph.D. in Organizational Planning and Development from Boston College School of Social Work. For more than 10 years she taught an accelerated program on Entrepreneurial Practice, Leadership, Organizational Development, Public Speaking, and Research Methods, both in the US and Sweden. She has studied successful sales professionals and knows exactly why they excel. More importantly, she can teach it to you! Nancy is also the ...
Oct 01, 2024•46 min•Season 6Ep. 53
In this episode, I get to speak with Finn McKenty. Finn has spent over 20 years building marketing products and has some incredible insights to share. In this episode, we dive deep into Finn's journey, from creating DIY magazines as a teenager to working with powerhouse brands like Abercrombie & Fitch, Nike, and Procter & Gamble. Finn shares how his experiences shaped his approach to marketing and product strategy, with a focus on consumer insights and a scientific mindset. We also explo...
Sep 26, 2024•52 min•Season 6Ep. 51
In this episode, I get to speak with LaChelle Adkins. LaChelle is a mother of 15 children who has overcome deep struggles with depression through personal development and accountability. After multiple hospitalizations, she made the decision to transform her life and now helps other women avoid the journey she went through. In our conversation, LaChelle will share how she learned to let go of control as a parent, empower her kids, and incorporate them into her thriving coaching, podcasting, and ...
Sep 24, 2024•33 min•Season 6Ep. 51
In this episode, I get to speak with Stuart Morris. A neurodivergent entrepreneur, tech inventor, TEDx speaker, former award-winning professor of entrepreneurship, and the current CEO of the #1 celebrancy training business in the world, the International College of Professional Celebrants, Stuart is a dynamic force at the nexus of entrepreneurship, innovation, and celebrancy. With impressive milestones in Stuart’s 30+ year career as an entrepreneur such as one of his start-up collaborations hitt...
Sep 19, 2024•52 min•Season 6Ep. 50
In this episode, I get to speak with Austin Armstrong. He is a lifelong digital marketer, public speaker, host of the TikTok podcast BusinessTok, CEO of Socialty Pro, an organic SEO & Vertical Video marketing agency, and CEO of Syllaby, a brand new marketing tool that helps business owners create a social media content strategy in minutes. Austin has posted over 3000 videos on TikTok, tripling his own business’s revenue and thousands more across his clients’ accounts. Austin has leveraged hi...
Sep 17, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Season 6Ep. 49
In this episode, I get to speak with Christian Brim. Christian Brim is a CPA, who brings a wealth of experience and a deeply personal mission to his work in helping business owners with their finances. With over 25 years of experience, his background in both personal and professional finance, as well as his own family's experience with bankruptcy, gives him a unique perspective and empathy for his clients. Christian Brim's commitment to removing financial doubt and increasing clarity around numb...
Sep 12, 2024•36 min•Season 6Ep. 48
In this episode, I get to speak with Adam Kaan. He is an online weight loss coach and founder of the Minimalist Method. I help driven desi dads struggling for time to lose at least 10kg in 12 weeks without any exercise or giving up rice, curry, kebabs or any other cultural foods. In the last three years he has helped over 300 high achieving men amassed over 122 5 star google reviews. He’s been featured on the BBC, Islam Channel, British Muslim TV and many other places because of his unique Minim...
Sep 10, 2024•34 min•Season 6Ep. 47
