What if you could do 100+ hours of work each week—without spending a single evening or weekend in the office? On this episode of the ROI Online Podcast, author and CEO Chad Burmeister explains how leaders can use AI technology to reach more customers, grow their business, and reduce their stress and anxiety. Chad is a busy guy. As the CEO of several companies and host of the AI for Sales Podcast, his days are full of interviews, sales calls, meetings, writing, and more. But he still manages to m...
Nov 11, 2020•49 min•Ep. 54
On this episode of the ROI Online Podcast, Steve talks with Vinay Koshy of Sproutworth about content. Whether you’re blogging, making videos, podcasting, or creating content in some other way, what you put out into the world for free to help teach your audience will successfully grow your business over time. Vinay started out working for a nonprofit, moved into a for-profit SASS company, and finally decided there must be a better way and branched out into his own company, Sproutworth, which help...
Nov 06, 2020•41 min•Ep. 52
It’s one thing to know your idea can change the world. It’s another to convince other people of that. On this episode of the ROI Online Podcast, engineer and entrepreneur Florian Bohn shares the challenges of turning a revolutionary vision into a tangible product that changes everything. During the last decade, engineer Florian has been developing a technology that transmits energy from space to earth. His tech would make power cords absolute and power the earth with renewable, clean energy. The...
Nov 04, 2020•55 min•Ep. 51
On this episode of the ROI Online Podcast, Steve talks with Casey Grey of The Conscious Builder about mindfulness, finding your why, and how working on yourself makes a difference in your business. Casey has been working in construction for the last 17 years, 10 of which in his own business, The Conscious Builder. He’s also been working on his own personal development with people like Tony Robbins and things like meditation, writing every day, and constantly asking himself why, which started whe...
Oct 30, 2020•50 min•Ep. 49
Being an entrepreneur can take a toll on your mental health. On this episode of the ROI Online Podcast, author and entrepreneur Michael G. Dash shares the highs and lows he’s faced during his career—and how positivity helped him break the cycle of addiction. Michael was always exceptional at sales and being an entrepreneur. He could start, grow, and sell businesses with ease. But in the past, he struggled with communication and emotional intelligence. After making millions managing a book busine...
Oct 28, 2020•48 min•Ep. 48
Author Dr. Pat Boulogne is a chiropractor, certified functional medicine practitioner, and acupuncture physician. On this episode of the ROI Online Podcast, Dr. Pat talks with Steve about the ways in which functional medicine can improve your overall health in ways you can’t even imagine. Our bodies are complex mechanisms that can compensate for any problems that arise. So, when it comes to treatment, Dr. Pat and other experts in the field turn to functional medicine because it focuses on the ro...
Oct 23, 2020•44 min•Ep. 46
What’s the real struggle warriors face when they leave the trenches? Here’s a hint: It’s something you’re facing right now. On this episode of the ROI Online Podcast, Dr. Shauna Springer a psychologist who works with service members explains how the loss of relationships and connection can be more damaging than the horrors of war. Dr. Shauna Springer went to Harvard University for her undergrad and got a degree in psychology. After college, she entered her first position, which involved working ...
Oct 21, 2020•54 min•Ep. 45
On this episode of the ROI Online Podcast, Author Sarah Selecky talks with Steve about the different forms of story, how storytelling can improve your sales, and why it’s the best way to talk to the humans you’re trying to reach. Sarah has her MFA, is the author of two different books, and the teacher and founder of Sarah Selecky Writing School, an online program for writers looking to make writing a habit and improve their craft and technique. She relates to the protagonist of her latest novel,...
Oct 16, 2020•59 min•Ep. 43
YouTube is a huge platform with millions of viewers, but achieving success as an entrepreneur on YouTube is easier said than done. On today’s episode of the ROI Online Podcast, fitness author & YouTube expert Dale L. Roberts shares the one metric you need to build a YouTube channel that leaves people coming back for more. Dale is an established author who has written 40+ books about fitness. But before he achieved the success he has today, he was a driven fitness addict determined to share h...
Oct 14, 2020•57 min•Ep. 42
On this episode of the ROI Online Podcast Steve talks with Brad Farris about what it takes to run a business and how it changes you along the way. Brad works at Anchor Advisors where they help owners of growing creative service firms who do marketing, advertising, PR, and web design to better run their businesses. To better do his job, Brad, who normally adapts to whatever the situation requires of him, had to get very intentional in what problems he solved and the work he wanted to do. After fi...
Oct 09, 2020•59 min•Ep. 40
On this episode of the ROI Online Podcast, Steve talks with Colin Gray, the founder of The Podcast Host and Alitu, two tools that help make other podcaster’s jobs easier. Colin has been podcasting for over 12 years now and is knowledgeable about the trends within the industry as well as the best ways to make the most of your content. Colin started teaching lectures and realized that the best way to teach people was to give them information they can digest when doing other things, like taking a w...
Oct 07, 2020•54 min•Ep. 39
On this episode of the ROI Online Podcast, Steve talks with Laurent Notin about his business experience in Southeast Asia, CrossFit, self-discipline, entrepreneurship, and how all of that shaped Laurent into the business coach he is today. Laurent Notin traveled and worked in Southeast Asia for 20 years before relocating to Finland where he runs his coaching business. He’s an entrepreneur, a business coach and trainer, keynote speaker, and CrossFit addict. During his time working abroad, Laurent...
Oct 02, 2020•52 min•Ep. 37
As an author, how can you share your work with the world? What happens when you invest hours into creating your book but no one’s reading it? On this week’s episode of the ROI Online Podcast, author Aaron Gendle shares his tips for using podcasts to spread the word about your book and find new readers in unexpected ways. Aaron was in the prime of his life. Strong. Fit. He even owned a gym. Then, suddenly, he found himself wrestling with a chronic health issue that turned his world upside down. H...
Sep 30, 2020•48 min•Ep. 36
How can you communicate clearly and effectively while at the same time make your job easier? Utilize video with a tool like Vidyard, which gives you information on who’s watching your stuff, how long, how many times, and who they’re sharing it with so you know whether or not they’re interested in what you’re selling. On this episode of the ROI Online Podcast, Steve Brown talks with Ali Hammoud about the capabilities of Vidyard and how you can use it to stand out among the noise. Ali is a partner...
Sep 25, 2020•41 min•Ep. 34
How can you make sure you hire the right person for every job? On this episode of the ROI Online Podcast, author and senior-level recruitment expert Brian Mohr shares the key to hiring with purpose. In 2011, Brian Mohr was the Senior Director of Talent Strategy at P.F. Changs and Pei Wei Asian Diner. His job was to make sure any senior-level positions were filled with the best person for the job. As part of his responsibilities, he worked with executive search services, locating individuals who ...
Sep 24, 2020•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 33
Do you really have the attention span of a goldfish? Marketers like to make this excuse, the truth is, people will remain interested so long as you’re interesting. On this episode of the ROI Online Podcast, Steve talks with StoryBrand guide Erika Bryant about how to stay interesting and make marketing a piece of cake. Erika has been working in marketing for over a decade. She started her own company in 2012 and shortly thereafter found StoryBrand and became a guide. She’s seen marketing from mul...
Sep 18, 2020•39 min•Ep. 32
Running a tech company can be a challenge. Running a tech company when you don't have experience operating a business? Even more so. On this episode of the ROI Online Podcast, Dr. Lindy Ledohowski shares the challenges she faced in transitioning from a professor to the CEO of a tech company—and how that transition has transformed her personal identity. Lindy Ledohowski has always struggled with something many of us relate to: imposter syndrome. Even after receiving a 5 on her Advanced Placement ...
Sep 16, 2020•54 min•Ep. 31
Why do most people seem to think of sales as something to be avoided? Because they’re wired to remember negative experiences over positive ones. They've most likely seen or experienced firsthand what it’s like to be bullied into making a purchase, and so genuinely remember that over any positive interactions. StoryBrand Guide Catherine Brown works with people who have primarily fallen into their role in sales learn to embrace their position. On this episode of the ROI Online Podcast, she and Ste...
Sep 11, 2020•59 min•Ep. 30
On this episode of the ROI Online Podcast, author Sacha Black shares the key elements of a good villain and how authors can transform their villains from bland to bold. Sacha began as an indie fiction author. She has a natural ability to craft realistic, deep characters: including villains. One night, she found herself ranting on her blog about how terrible many villains are in modern movies, TV shows, and books. She knew something needed to change. What she didn’t realize was that she would lea...
Sep 09, 2020•49 min•Ep. 29
Running your business online, at least in part, is no longer optional, but everything you have to do online becomes a time-suck for other things you have to get done. How can you make your job easier and still provide the best experience for your customers? By using tools like HubSpot that help automate and track your everyday tasks and interactions with prospects. On this episode of the ROI Online Podcast, Steve talks with Jesse Pennington of Begin Bound, a HubSpot Solutions Partner, about util...
Sep 04, 2020•49 min•Ep. 27
As a business owner, selling your company is probably the last thing on your mind. But creating a sustainable, profitable business doesn’t just help you sell for the most value when you do retire. It also helps you enjoy your business to the fullest. On this episode of the ROI Online Podcast, author Josh Patrick shares 5 practical ways entrepreneurs can maximize the value of their company and sell for a price they can feel proud of. As a financial consultant, Josh helps business owners work on t...
Sep 04, 2020•54 min•Ep. 27
Dr. Kris Wusterhausen is a board-certified family physician and founder of The Resurge Clinic . On this episode of The ROI Online Podcast, he and Steve talk about how individualization—in healthcare, marketing, lifestyle—is important to living the life of your dreams. In his mid-30’s, Dr. Kris found himself in a bad place health-wise. He was overweight with all his labs—including blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar—trending in the wrong direction. This realization, that if he kept moving do...
Sep 03, 2020•50 min•Ep. 26
90% of businesses are family owned. Navigating the details of business gets exponentially more difficult when you add your family to the middle of it. If you’ve ever struggled with how to run and grow a family run business, StoryBrand Guide Alex Schauer has some great advice for you. On this episode of the ROI Online Podcast, she talks with Steve about her experience working for her family’s business and becoming a StoryBrand Guide to help others market theirs. Alex's background is in family bus...
Sep 02, 2020•45 min•Ep. 25
Sales is one of the most critical aspects of a successful business. But what do you do when your team can’t seem to meet their quotas? And, as a salesperson, how can you close more deals during the crazy times we face today? On this episode of the ROI Online Podcast, sales expert Allan Langer shares his strategies for breaking away from the persona of a pushy used car salesman and selling more by selling less. Allan had a natural approach to sales that has helped him excel in sales positions. Fo...
Aug 27, 2020•58 min•Ep. 24
StoryBrand Guide Schell Gower believes that marketing and sales should work together seamlessly if you want to run your business effectively. She understands that sales can be challenging, but offers great advice on this episode of the podcast about how to shift your mindset so you can start implementing sales without feeling sleazy. Schell Gower is a competitive person who’s found ways to build the life she wants. She’s a StoryBrand Guide, a triathlete, and basketball coach who has worked in ma...
Aug 19, 2020•50 min•Ep. 23
What’s true strength: beating up a tough opponent, or admitting the tears you shed when the fights are over? On this episode of the ROI Online Podcast, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt Eliot Marshall shares the many lessons he’s learned as a bullied kid turned UFC fighter turned business owner—and how these lessons apply to life outside of the ring as well. Since he was a young kid, the only place Eliot felt like he fit in was the Martial Arts Academy. He struggled to make friends at school, and w...
Aug 17, 2020•54 min•Ep. 22
As business owners, we like to handle everything ourselves. So what do you do when you know something isn’t working, but you don’t know what the issue is? Or worse, when you have a hunch about what’s wrong, but you know opening that can of worms will stir up a lot of painful emotions? Clodagh Higgins, business coach and founder of Grow It Group, helps digital agency owners deal with these situations every day. As an agency owner herself, she’s personally gone through the isolating and frustratin...
Aug 12, 2020•53 min•Ep. 21
What does changing your mindset and creating a podcast do for your business? On this episode of the ROI Online Podcast, Steve Brown talks with Tibor Nagy of the Mindset Horizon Podcast about the importance of studying yourself and your values to make your business more successful. Tibor Nagy has worked as an architectural engineer, a country manager, and in sales and project management. He was in German, Austria, and Switzerland before ending up back in Budapest, Hungary where he did his univers...
Aug 07, 2020•57 min•Ep. 20
What do successful entrepreneurs have that the other guys don’t? It’s not spunk or drive or even a snarky sense of humor. According to Jay Owen, it’s the right kind of people by their side. On this episode of the ROI Online Podcast, Steve talks to entrepreneur and author Jay Owen about the problems business owners face that no one is talking about, the importance of having a system, and the four kinds of people you need to achieve success. Jay Owen started his own business at 17 when he was stil...
Aug 05, 2020•55 min•Ep. 19
How can you put yourself out there when you don’t know if you’re good enough? When is it too late to chase your dreams? How do you keep going when you’re knocked down? These are questions musician Christopher O’Donnell wrestled with for years. On this episode of the ROI Online Podcast, Christopher shares the story of how he combined his love of storytelling and his passion for music to create songs that have a million views on YouTube. Christopher is the Chief Product Officer at HubSpot , a role...
Jul 29, 2020•1 hr•Ep. 18
