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The Brian Hess Show

Welcome to The Brian Hess Show, a daily podcast for entrepreneurs who are looking to grow their businesses, balance their family life, and make a positive impact on the world. Join host Brian Hess, a successful entrepreneur, husband, and father of four, as he shares his experience and expertise on topics such as entrepreneurship, sales, marketing, leadership, faith, and family. Each weekday at 8 am EST, Brian will share 20-30 minute episodes with practical advice and strategies for building a successful life and business while staying true to your faith and values, and every month he will be featuring interviews with successful entrepreneurs, celebrities, and world changers. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, you'll find valuable insights and inspiration on every episode of The Brian Hess Show. So, if you're looking to grow your business, prioritize your family, and positively impact your community and the world, subscribe to The Brian Hess Show today!
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Episodes

Episode 935 | Urgency Without Panic: Moving Fast While Staying in Control

🔥 Urgency Without Panic: Moving Fast While Staying in Control | Episode 935 🎙️ What’s happening, what’s happening?! Welcome back to The Brian Hess Show! In today’s episode, I’m joined by Mark Perkins as we break down a concept that separates high performers from everyone else: urgency without panic. It’s not enough to move fast—you have to do it with clarity, calm, and control. This conversation is all about mastering your internal rhythm while sprinting toward your goals on the outside. If yo...

Jun 08, 202526 minEp. 935

Episode 934 | The Unseen Cost of Being ‘Low Maintenance'

🚫 The Unseen Cost of Being ‘Low Maintenance’ | Episode 934 🎙️ What’s happening, what’s happening?! Welcome back to The Brian Hess Show! In today’s episode, I’m joined by Jim Williams, and we’re diving into a leadership myth that’s holding people back: the idea that being “low maintenance” is always a good thing. While staying quiet and avoiding conflict may feel polite or humble, the truth is—it can cost you everything from growth to clarity to real results. This episode is a call to speak up,...

Jun 07, 202523 minEp. 934

Episode 933 | The Myth of the Balanced Day

What’s happening, what’s happening?! Welcome back to The Brian Hess Show! In this episode, I’m joined by Mark Perkins as we confront a popular but misleading belief—the idea that balance happens daily. Whether you’re building a business, leading a team, or raising a family, the truth is simple: real balance is earned over time, not measured in hours. This conversation is all about embracing intentional imbalance in the short term so you can build a life of freedom, impact, and alignment in the l...

Jun 02, 202529 minEp. 933

Episode 932 | When Loyalty Becomes a Limitation

🧭 When Loyalty Becomes a Limitation | Episode 932 🎙️ What’s happenin, what’s happenin?! Welcome back to The Brian Hess Show! In this episode, Brian and Jim Williams dig deep into a topic that hits home for anyone in leadership, business, or personal growth: loyalty . While loyalty is often celebrated, there’s a darker side—when it starts to limit progress, cloud judgment, or keep you stuck in relationships, routines, or roles that no longer serve you. They unpack the tension between commitment...

May 30, 202523 min

Episode 931 | The Win is in the Follow-Up

📞 The Win is in the Follow-Up | Episode 931 🎙️ What’s happening, what’s happening?! Welcome back to The Brian Hess Show! In this episode, we dig into one of the most underrated skills in business—and life: the follow-up. Whether you’re closing a deal, deepening a relationship, or chasing your next big opportunity, the real win? It rarely happens on the first call. We unpack the strategies, mindset, and persistence required to master the art of following up—and how this one habit separates the ...

May 23, 202527 min

Episode 930 | The Quiet Work That Changes Everything

🛠️ The Quiet Work That Changes Everything | Episode 930 🎙️ What’s happening, what’s happening?! Welcome back to The Brian Hess Show! In today’s episode, I am joined by Eric Guy as we dive deep into a truth most people overlook: the work that actually changes your life? It’s not loud. It’s not flashy. It’s done when no one’s watching. We break down the unseen habits and quiet disciplines that build momentum behind the scenes—before the breakthrough ever shows up. ✅ Why the work you do in silenc...

May 22, 202529 min

Episode 928 | You Don’t Need More Time, You Need More Clarity

🧭 You Don’t Need More Time, You Need More Clarity | Episode 928 🎙️ What’s happening, what’s happening?! Welcome back to The Brian Hess Show! In this episode, I’m joined by my brother Josh Miller, and we’re unpacking one of the biggest misconceptions in business and life—that you need more time. The truth? You need more clarity. When you lack clarity, every task feels urgent, every opportunity feels right, and your schedule quickly spirals out of control. We dig deep into the mindset, strategy,...

May 20, 202530 minEp. 928

Episode 927 | The Middle is the Hardest Part

⛰️ The Middle Is the Hardest Part | Episode 927 🎙️ What’s happening, what’s happening?! Welcome back to The Brian Hess Show! In this episode, I’m joined by Josh Miller for a powerful conversation about the most overlooked and underestimated part of any journey—the middle. Everyone celebrates the start. Everyone dreams about the finish. But what do you do when you're stuck in between, the results are slow, and the noise dies down? This episode is a deep dive into what it takes to keep pushing wh...

May 14, 202527 minEp. 927

Episode 926 | Focus on Strategic Discipline Over Deals

🎯 Focus on Strategic Discipline Over Deals | Episode 926 🎙️ What’s happening, what’s happening?! Welcome back to The Brian Hess Show! In today’s episode, I’m joined by Mark Perkins as we wrap up our Berkshire Hathaway-inspired series with a crucial principle every entrepreneur and leader needs to master: strategic discipline. In a fast-paced, deal-driven world, it’s easy to get caught chasing revenue—but if the deal doesn’t align with your vision, values, or capacity, it’s not worth it. This e...

May 10, 202524 minEp. 926

Episode 925 | The Power of Patience: Why Long-Term Thinking Still Wins

⏳ The Power of Patience: Why Long-Term Thinking Still Wins | Episode 925 🎙️ What’s happening, what’s happening?! Welcome back to The Brian Hess Show! In this episode, I am joined by Jim Williams for a conversation every entrepreneur, leader, and high performer needs to hear. In a world obsessed with speed and instant gratification, this episode unpacks why long-term thinking is still the ultimate competitive advantage. Drawing on lessons from Berkshire Hathaway, real-world experience, and decad...

May 09, 202529 minEp. 925

Episode 924 | Reputation, Relationships, and Results: The Buffett-Munger Formula for Legacy

🏆 Reputation, Relationships, and Results: The Buffett-Munger Formula for Legacy | Episode 924 🎙️ What’s happening, what’s happening?! Welcome back to The Brian Hess Show! In this episode, Brian is joined by Eric Guy to explore a powerful truth that’s often overlooked in business: Legacy isn’t built overnight—it’s built through reputation, relationships, and results. Drawing from real-world experience and lessons from Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger, this conversation is all about what it tak...

May 08, 202529 minEp. 924

Episode 923 | Beyond the Meeting: How to Apply Berkshire Wisdom in Real Life (Part 2)

💼 Beyond the Meeting: How to Apply Berkshire Wisdom in Real Life (Part 2) | Episode 923 🎙️ What’s happening, what’s happening?! Welcome back to The Brian Hess Show! In today’s episode, we continue our dive into the legendary insights from Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger at the Berkshire Hathaway Annual Meeting—but this time, we’re talking about application. It’s one thing to understand the wisdom of the greats—it’s another thing to actually use it in your life and business. Let’s break down ...

May 07, 202551 minEp. 923

Episode 922: Lessons from Legends: What Berkshire Hathaway Still Teaches Us (Part 1)

📚 Lessons from Legends: What Berkshire Hathaway Still Teaches Us (Part 1) | Episode 922 🎙️ What’s happening, what’s happening?! Welcome back to The Brian Hess Show! In today’s episode, we’re diving into the legendary wisdom of Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger—two of the greatest business minds the world has ever known. As Berkshire Hathaway continues to be one of the most studied companies on the planet, the lessons from these men are just as relevant now as they’ve ever been. This episode is...

May 06, 202542 minEp. 922

Episode 921 | Your Standard is Showing

⚙️ Your Standard Is Showing | Episode 921 🎙️ What’s happening, what’s happening?! Welcome back to The Brian Hess Show! In this powerful episode, I’m joined by Tyler Joe Stratton as we take a deep dive into the truth that most people overlook—your standard is showing, whether you realize it or not. It’s not what you say, it’s what you consistently do that defines who you are and what your future becomes. If you've been wondering why your results don’t match your vision, this episode is your wake...

Apr 30, 202533 minEp. 921

Episode 920 | How to Build Trust With Your Clients

🤝 How to Build Trust With Your Clients | Episode 920 🎙️ What’s happening, what’s happening?! Welcome back to The Brian Hess Show! In today’s episode, I’m joined by my guy Josh Miller to tackle one of the most important—and overlooked—skills in business: building trust. In a world full of sales tactics and short-term thinking, trust is the true currency that sustains long-term success. Whether you're a business owner, salesperson, or team leader, this episode is your roadmap for earning trust t...

Apr 29, 202522 minEp. 920

Episode 919 | Build With Courage

💪 Build With Courage | Episode 919 🎙️ What’s happening, what’s happening?! Welcome back to The Brian Hess Show! In today’s episode, I’m joined by my man Mark Perkins as we have a real, honest conversation about what it means to build with courage. Whether you’re thinking about taking a leap in your career, starting a business, or chasing a dream that no one understands—this one’s for you. We talk about the uncomfortable decisions that most people avoid… and why those exact decisions are often ...

Apr 22, 202526 minEp. 919

Episode 918 | Eric Cunningham CEO & Founder at Green Cabbage

🌍 Eric Cunningham – Building Green Cabbage & a Global Vision | Episode 918 🎙️ What’s happening, what’s happening?! Welcome back to The Brian Hess Show! In today’s episode, I’m joined by a longtime friend, office-mate, and powerhouse entrepreneur—Eric Cunningham, CEO & Founder of Green Cabbage. From a shared office space in Cranberry Township to leading one of the most disruptive procurement tech companies on the planet, Eric’s journey is one you won’t want to miss. We unpack the real s...

Apr 19, 202522 minEp. 918

Episode 917 | Don’t Sell Out to Stand Out

🚫 Don’t Sell Out to Stand Out | Episode 917 🎙️ What’s happening, what’s happening?! Welcome back to The Brian Hess Show! In a world obsessed with trends, going viral, and grabbing quick attention, it’s tempting to follow the crowd. But in today’s episode, i am joined by Jim Williams to talk about something much deeper and far more impactful: integrity over influence. This one’s about standing out for the right reasons—not just the flashy ones. We break down: ✅ Why chasing trends can cost you y...

Apr 19, 202530 minEp. 917

Episode 916 | Don’t Wait For Perfect

⚡ Don’t Wait for Perfect | Episode 916 🎙️ What’s happening, what’s happening?! Welcome back to The Brian Hess Show! In today’s episode, I am joined by Eric Guy as we dive into a trap that keeps far too many people stuck: perfectionism. If you’ve ever felt like you had to have the perfect plan, the perfect timing, or the perfect version of yourself before starting something… this is your wake-up call. This episode is all about choosing progress over perfection, and understanding that greatness b...

Apr 17, 202534 minEp. 916

Episode 915 | Your Bandwidth Has A Boundary

⏳ Your Bandwidth Has a Boundary | Episode 915 🎙️ What’s happening, what’s happening?! Welcome back to The Brian Hess Show! In today’s episode, I am joined by Tyler Joe Stratton and we dig into the real cost of overcommitment—and what it means to respect the boundaries of your bandwidth. We live in a hustle-driven world that pushes us to say yes to everything, but the truth is: your energy, time, and focus have limits. If you’re feeling stretched thin, overwhelmed, or constantly behind, this one...

Apr 16, 202537 minEp. 915

Episode 914 | Learn To Trust What You Can’t Explain

🔮 Learn to Trust What You Can’t Explain | Episode 914 🎙️ What’s happening, what’s happening?! Welcome back to The Brian Hess Show! In today’s episode, we dive deep into one of the most powerful (and underrated) forces in your life: intuition. Joined by the always insightful Miller, we talk about the importance of trusting what you can’t always explain—those gut instincts that guide you when logic falls short. Too many people ignore their instincts because they can’t justify them. But when you ...

Apr 15, 202533 minEp. 914

Episode 913 | Don’t Ignore the Wisdom Life Teaches You

🧠 Don’t Ignore the Wisdom Life Teaches You | Episode 913 🎙️ What’s happening, what’s happening?! Welcome back to The Brian Hess Show! In today’s episode, we dive into the wisdom life keeps trying to teach us—and what happens when we ignore it. Joined by Tyler Joe Stratton, we explore how repeated challenges, frustrations, and patterns are life’s way of nudging us toward personal growth. If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or caught in a cycle—you’re not alone. This episode is packed with p...

Apr 13, 202539 minEp. 913

Episode 912 | Let It Breathe

🧘‍♂️ Let It Breathe | Episode 912 🎙️ What’s happening, what’s happening?! Welcome back to The Brian Hess Show! In today’s episode, we explore a powerful concept that’s easy to forget in a fast-paced world: “Let it breathe.” Whether you're building relationships, growing a business, or navigating a major decision, giving things time and space can make all the difference. Joining me today is Eric Guy, and we break down: ✅ Why you don’t have to rush everything in life ✅ How real connection takes ...

Apr 10, 202530 minEp. 912

Episode 911 | Time Well Spent

🚀 Time Well Spent | Episode 911 🎙️ What’s happening, what’s happening?! Welcome back to The Brian Hess Show! In today’s episode, we dive into the true meaning of time well spent—and what it looks like to step away from the grind to invest in what really matters. We get personal with stories from a father-son weekend in Chicago and reminds us that presence often beats productivity when it comes to building a meaningful life. Joining me today is Tre Tipton, and we break down: ✅ Why being present...

Apr 09, 202531 minEp. 911

Episode 910 | When You Just Don’t Feel Like It…

Episode 910 | When You Just Don’t Feel Like It… What’s happening, what’s happening?! Welcome back to The Brian Hess Show! Let’s be honest—there are days when you just don’t feel like showing up. But those are exactly the days that define who you really are. In this episode, we break down what to do when your motivation is running low, why your feelings don’t dictate your future, and how showing up—especially when it’s hard—builds an unshakable foundation for success. If you’ve been struggling wi...

Apr 05, 202532 minEp. 910

Episode 909 | Don’t Force It

Episode 909 | Don’t Force It What’s happening, what’s happening?! Welcome back to The Brian Hess Show! In this episode of The Brian Hess Show, we dive deep into the power of patience, persistence, and trusting the process. Too often, we try to force things that aren’t meant to happen right away—whether it’s in business, relationships, or personal growth. We look at recognizing when to push forward and when to step back, allowing success to unfold naturally. Joining me today is Jim Williams, and ...

Apr 04, 202528 minEp. 909

Episode 908 | Say Less, Mean More

Episode 908 | Say Less, Mean More What’s happening, what’s happening?! Welcome back to The Brian Hess Show! In today's episode, we're diving into the power of clear and concise communication—how saying less can actually help you express more. Whether you're leading a team, building a business, or improving your personal relationships, mastering the art of impactful communication is a game-changer. Joining me today is Tyler Stratton, and we break down: ✔️ Why less is more when it comes to powerfu...

Apr 04, 202536 minEp. 908

Episode 907 | Don’t Let Them Fool You

Episode 907 | Don’t Let Them Fool You What’s happening, what’s happening?! Welcome back to The Brian Hess Show! In today’s episode, we’re diving into the mindset and strategies that will help you cut through the noise, stay focused on your goals, and avoid the distractions that keep most people stuck. Joining me today is Tre Tipton and we cover: The power of controlling your mindset How to see through the distractions and false narratives Why discipline beats motivation every time The importance...

Apr 02, 202527 minEp. 907

Episode 906 | Future Proof Thinking: Stay Grounded

🚀 Future-Proof Thinking: Stay Grounded | Episode 906 🎙️ What’s happening, what’s happening?! Welcome back to The Brian Hess Show! In today's episode of The Brian Hess Show, we dive into the crucial balance between future-proof thinking and staying grounded in the present. With the world evolving rapidly, how do you prepare for the future while staying focused on today’s actions? Joining me today is Vinnie Candelore and we break down: ✅ How to develop a mindset that adapts to change ✅ The impor...

Apr 01, 202539 minEp. 906
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