Growing a small business is tough on its own, and when you add family dynamics on top of normal day-to-day challenges, it can feel impossible. (If you run a family-owned business, you know what we mean.) But it doesn’t have to be that way! Listen in on our discussion with Dave Ramsey to learn how to successfully navigate complex family relationships in the workplace. In our first segment, Dave talks about the three phases of family business: family values, family operations and family succession...
Jun 28, 2021•56 min•Ep. 433
As small-business owners, we’re always looking for ways to make our products better. In this episode of The EntreLeadership Podcast, we sit down with Ellen Bennett, the founder of Hedley & Bennett. She discusses tactical moves small-business owners can make if we want to work with our customers to improve our products. (And who doesn’t want that?) Then George Kamel and Ramsey Solutions leader Jeff Stephens talk about how to make a killer product that serves your customers well. The EntreLead...
Jun 21, 2021•59 min•Ep. 432
We can all agree the last year put us to the test! Has fighting through all of the craziness put your relationships on the back burner? You’re not alone, and we can help. In this episode of The EntreLeadership Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Darren Whitehead, the senior pastor of Church of the City in Franklin, Tennessee. He talks about how we, as leaders, can create deep, meaningful relationships with the teams we serve. Then in our second segment, we chat with with Ramsey Solutions’ Chief People...
Jun 14, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 431
Organizations naturally take on the personality of their founders—so what happens when you’re asked to lead a team or business that you didn’t start? Daniel Tardy sits down with author Tyler Reagin to unpack how to step into a leadership role and honor the past while you build for the future. Be sure to stick around for our second segment where Ramsey Network Host George Kamel and Executive Vice President of EntreLeadership Daniel Ramsey join us to make a very special announcement. Take The Entr...
Jun 07, 2021•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 430
All great champions have one thing in common—every single one has a coach. In this episode of The EntreLeadership Podcast, we’ll sit down with Jerry Colonna, Executive Coach and author of Reboot. He talks about how business owners can harness the power of a coach to not only grow their companies—but also find fulfillment in their relationships and improve their own well-being. Then in our second segment, George Kamel sits down with EntreLeadership’s Director of Coaching, John Felkins, to demysti...
May 31, 2021•50 min•Ep. 429
Profit is the fuel in the engine of your business. You know this—but what should you be doing with profit to make sure your business continues to move forward? In today’s episode, we have two insightful conversations about this important area of The 6 Drivers of Business. You’ll hear from Dr. Hannah Stolze on why profit shouldn’t be your only goal. Then Ramsey Solutions’ Chief Financial Officer, Mark Floyd, will explain how to invest profits back into your business. What are you waiting for? Tun...
May 24, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 428
If you’re in business, you’re in sales. And if you’re a business owner who is still the primary salesperson on your team—listen up—this episode is for you. We’re bringing you two conversations with experts in Sales Leadership—author Nigel Green and Ramsey Solutions Board Member Brian Mayfield. In our first conversation, Daniel Tardy sits down with Nigel Green to hear why salespeople should stop hunting for sales and start farming for them. You’ll also get practical advice for how to overhaul you...
May 17, 2021•58 min•Ep. 427
Great communication is the hallmark of a great organization—but for some small-business owners, it can feel like a luxury. This is a dangerous misconception! In this episode, you’ll hear Patrick Lencioni, bestselling author and longtime friend of EntreLeadership, unpack why communication is so important—and how the way you communicate is impacting your team. You’ll also hear Ramsey Network Host George Kamel’s conversation with Suzanne Simms, a board member at Ramsey Solutions. During their talk,...
May 10, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 426
Owning a business takes grit and perseverance. When Mignon Francois found herself on the verge of homelessness, she took $5 and bought some baking ingredients—and she turned that $5 into a multimillion-dollar business. In this episode, she unpacks her journey to entrepreneurship and how she invests in herself so she can become a better leader for her team. In the second half of this episode, Ramsey Network Host George Kamel sits down with Luke LeFevre, chief creative officer at Ramsey Solutions,...
May 03, 2021•58 min•Ep. 425
Let’s be real: Conflict can be super uncomfortable. And if you’re a leader, there’s a good chance you’re faced with it often. But you know what’s worse than having a hard conversation? Avoiding it—and letting problems with your team fester. Fortunately, Brendan Wovchko, senior technology officer at Ramsey Solutions and former business owner, has a fail-safe framework that will help you approach difficult and downright awkward conversations with confidence. You’ll learn how to steer conversations...
Apr 26, 2021•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 424
We hate to burst your bubble, but being a CEO isn’t as glamorous as it seems. Keaton Turner, president and founder of the fast-growing mining company Turner Mining Group, knows this all too well. In just four years, his company has exploded, turning the centuries-old industry upside down with its people-first approach. But with that growth comes the pressure for the people in charge to keep up—or else watch their company culture get out of control. In this episode, Turner gets vulnerable about w...
Apr 19, 2021•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 423
If you’re fine with coasting, dreaming small, or sticking to the status quo—this episode is not for you. But if you want more for your business, buckle up! You need a strategic plan, and we’re going to show you how to make one. In this episode, the senior executive vice president of RamseyTrusted, Herb Jenkins, will teach you step by step how to reach any aggressive goal through strategic planning. From prep to execution, you’ll learn how to run a successful off-site strategic planning session t...
Apr 12, 2021•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 422
How do you ensure your product or service keeps its edge as you scale? This is a huge challenge many founders of a fast-growing company face as they start to see some success. Marty Cagan, founder of the Silicon Valley Product Group, argues leaders must learn how to empower their teams to solve customer problems (on their own) or risk losing their product mojo. The author, speaker and tech-industry product maker—who’s known for helping some of the world’s most successful companies build products...
Apr 05, 2021•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 421
There’s no better way to strengthen your business than to develop leaders from within your team. And if your business is growing fast, it’s a must—or else you may look up and find that you’ve got too many responsibilities and no one to pass the baton to. So, how do you find the time and resources to train your top-performing team members? And what kind of leadership development is effective? Our very own senior vice president of EntreLeadership, Sarah Sloyan, is here to share the ins and outs of...
Mar 29, 2021•58 min•Ep. 420
When his father quit his job to start his own venture, it was an all-hands on deck affair for Patrick Booth and his family. From shipping packages out of their Jeep Grand Cherokee to working the phones, Patrick got a hands-on business education helping his dad get the CCB Technology off the ground. Twenty years later, Patrick is now thriving as the President and CEO, but when he first stepped in to take over, he had his doubts—about himself and his leadership. Listen as he unpacks the common cha...
Mar 22, 2021•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 419
You need to hire great people to move your business forward—duh. But when you’re pressed for time and resources, how can you ensure you’ve got a rock-star candidate and not a bad apple? Go behind the curtain at Ramsey Solutions as Jeremy Hezlep, our very own director of recruiting, explains the four essential phases of an effective hiring process and gives practical tips to help you beef up your recruitment strategy. entreleadership.com/podcast Ramsey Solutions' website Get a peek behind the sce...
Mar 15, 2021•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 418
If you're a human (and we hope you are), at some point you've looked back on a moment in your life or your business and groaned, "I wish I had done that differently." Well, what if there was a way to reduce those moments? The secret is to start thinking like a scientist. Organizational psychologist Adam Grant argues that challenging the way you think, treating ideas like theories, and being willing to unlearn is essential for positioning yourself to win in business and relationships - and for ma...
Mar 08, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 417
Success in business can hinge on a leader’s ability to take action. Sometimes that means making a choice without all the answers. And when there’s money and people’s livelihoods at stake, the uncertainty of an outcome can be paralyzing. Fortunately, decision-making is a muscle you can grow. Matt Bodnar, chairman of Fresh Technology, host of The Science of Success podcast, and a 2017 Forbes 30 Under 30, has faced his fair share of high-stakes decisions. In this episode, he shares the practices th...
Mar 01, 2021•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 416
What does it take to start a successful business from the ground up? The answer: a few hundred bucks, a mild obsession and the American spirit. At least that’s what worked for Lucas Botkin, the 27-year-old who started T.REX ARMS , a rapidly growing company—with a massive fan following—that specializes in manufacturing gun holsters and other firearms equipment. The young CEO shares his start-up experience, how his company has adapted to their rapid growth, and the content marketing formula that w...
Feb 22, 2021•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 415
Gather ‘round the fire for a very candid conversation with the Academy Award-winning actor and #1 New York Times bestselling author of Greenlights, Matthew McConaughey. In this winding discussion, Matthew talks about his creative process, why leaders need to take more risks, and how focusing on adding value to the lives of others will get you what you really want out of life. entreleadership.com/podcast Greenlights by Matthew McConaughey Listen to Greenlights on Audible The EntreLeader's Guide t...
Feb 15, 2021•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 414
Ideas are great, but they’ll only take you so far. When it comes down to it, success in business depends on your ability to execute. Craig Groeschel, senior pastor of Life.Church, grew his organization over the course of 25 years from just a service in a two-car garage to 36 church locations across America. His strategy? Empowering great people to create effective systems that accomplish a clear goal. If you’ve ever felt like you don’t know how to move the needle, this episode will give you the ...
Feb 08, 2021•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 413
Can your business outgrow your ability to lead? Maybe—if you’re not intentional! Suzanne Simms, senior executive vice president of business to consumer global at Ramsey Solutions, had to make sure this didn’t happen to her. Over the course of 20 years, she went from working as a part-time assistant to becoming one of the company’s most influential leaders. And as the company grew, she was challenged to grow too. In this episode, she talks about how vulnerability and intentionality are the cataly...
Feb 01, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 412
Eight years ago, Russ Perry, CEO of Design Pickle, would have described himself as moderately successful—and extraordinarily unhappy. On paper, things looked good: Russ had founded two creative agencies in his early 20s and was the man in charge. But his marriage and his mental health were headed toward a breakdown as he struggled to handle the stress of work. In this honest conversation, Russ describes learning from his mistakes, starting over and building a business (and a life) he’s proud of....
Jan 25, 2021•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 411
If you’re a go-getter, there’s a good chance you like to be busy. If you get to the bottom of your to-do list, you’re eager to fill it back up. But be careful, you can be so productive that you miss your whole life. Christy Wright, author and Certified Business Coach, challenges leaders to get a life outside of their business (right now, not once things slow down). Listen as she breaks down work-life balance and why it’s so important to invest in the things you can’t measure in dollars and cents...
Jan 18, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 410
Aaron Witt is the dirt-obsessed millennial behind BuildWitt, a fast-growing media company on a mission to reform the mining and construction industries. In just three years, the 25-year-old (yes, you read that right) has grown his company from just a single, self-proclaimed dirt nerd with a camera to a 20-person team serving top blue-collar businesses across the country—and changing the game. In this episode, Aaron shares his inspiring guiding principles, lessons in humility, and experiences tha...
Jan 11, 2021•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 409
Dave Ramsey reflects on the highs and the lows of 2020 and shares what he learned about himself, his leaders and his team. You’ll hear why courage and principles are the cornerstone of being a small-business owner, and how going against convention and taking a stand in your community can inspire others. This full-throttle conversation will get you fired up to make a solid plan for 2021 so you can thrive—no matter what comes your way. entreleadership.com/podcast Ramsey Solutions' website The Adva...
Jan 04, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 408
What a year! You laughed, you probably cried, and most importantly—you never gave up. You kept growing and pushing through, even on the hard days. How do we know? Because this year you guys downloaded over 12 million episodes of The EntreLeadership Podcast, learning from leadership experts like Seth Godin, Patrick Lencioni and more. So, here’s to you! Thank you for listening and for never giving up. Let’s gear up for what’s ahead with highlights from this year’s top 12 episodes. 1:51 James Clear...
Dec 28, 2020•2 hr 9 min•Ep. 407
Everyone’s entrepreneurial journey is different, but super successful people tend to have had one thing in common: They had a mentor. Kevin Harrington, entrepreneur and one of the original sharks from Shark Tank, and Mark Timm, serial entrepreneur, share stories from their own mentorship journey—and explain why everyone needs a mentor to achieve wild success, not only in business but in every area of life. entreleadership.com/podcast Kevin Harrington's website Mark Timm's website Mentor to Milli...
Dec 21, 2020•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 406
Who would’ve thought a little fast-food restaurant serving chicken sandwiches would become a global, industry-leading powerhouse known for its customer service? That’s right, Chick-fil-A’s success isn’t just a result of their delicious food. David Salyers, creator of Spark and former vice president of marketing, growth and hospitality at Chick-fil-A, reveals the company’s competitive advantage: their culture. From hiring to team building to finding a mentor, David gives us a behind-the-scenes lo...
Dec 14, 2020•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 405
Have you ever noticed there are some things that just drain all of your energy and others that supercharge you? Speaking at an event may fire you up, while bringing together the details of a large project feels like death by a thousand cuts. What’s that about? Organizational health expert and author Patrick Lencioni says the difference between work that’s draining and work that’s energizing comes down to your areas of working genius. These are the work skills you’re naturally gifted at. He break...
Dec 07, 2020•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 404
