Joe Apfelbaum is the CEO and co-founder of Ajax Union, a digital marketing agency recognized by Inc. as one of the fastest growing privately held companies in the United States. With over sixteen years of online business, tech, and marketing experience, Joe teaches business owners and executives how they can increase profits by integrating digital marketing strategies with their businesses. He has been featured on Fox Business, Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, and Inc., and his new book, Average Joe To CEO, outlines his 7 stages on the path to leadership.

This episode steers away from the traditional interview framework that you've come to expect on the show. Patrick Dees' story is so interesting and compelling that I wanted to quickly introduce him and give him free rein without any interruption with seemingly mundane narrative. Patrick tells us how he grew from 0 to 60+ telecom retail locations in under 24 months. He gives (hilarious) details about his co-ownership of the AFL's Las Vegas Outlaws with Mötley Crüe's Vince Neil. Patrick and a few others at Project FANchise, (including ex-Chicago Bear Ray Austin) recently bought the IFL's Salt Lake Screaming Eagles, and they let their fans run the team, fantasy style. Find out how The Screaming Eagles were very nearly called Teamy McTeamface. Tons more fun with Patrick! A jam-packed 33 minutes!

Matt Miller's company, School Spirit Vending, provides a simple, yet very effective method for schools and club organizations to raise money. An ex-Air Force pilot turned corporate top performer turned entrepreneur, Matt has created a cutting edge, profitable business system for himself and others to generate revenue and help achieve the lifestyle they're striving toward.

David Kayles Williams is a young and up-and-coming entrepreneur, published author, and founder of Lion Hearts and Eagle Eyes Publications. His latest book, An Eagle Eye With a Lion's Heart, acts as a motivational tool for people to express themselves freely. David's decision to self-publish his books led him to create his publishing company that also offers a mentorship program to other dedicated authors and entrepreneurs.

Tara Meyer-Robson is the best-selling author of The Flow: 40 Days to Total Life Transformation, where she teaches us to make unique connections between different patterns in our lives. She helps her clients create awareness and empowers them to take control of their mind and body to create a full, significant, and meaningful life on their own terms.

Aaron Janx is an in-demand business and sales mentor for coaches and consultants across many different fields. In addition, he owns and operates 3 successful businesses which have allowed him the financial freedom to follow his passion. And that passion lies in teaching lead generation, sales skills, and everything else that comes with rapidly growing a strong six-figure business.

Mike Zimmer is the founder of Uncle Mike's All Natural Products. Through vigorous and extensive testing (not on animals!), Mike has created natural and effective replacements for virtually every commercial chemical product we use daily, from deodorants and soaps to toothpaste and moisturizer. Mike sits on the board of the Saskatoon Farmers' Market and does his best to promote and support local business.

Rafiq Punjani is a young serial entrepreneur who immigrated to Canada only 4 years ago to work as a chartered accountant. In true entrepreneurial fashion, he quit his highly-paid and stable position, and within 12 months, launched 3 successful businesses. Rafiq is also involved in his community, contributing to social causes and raising funds for charity.

Jeremy Barnhart is the co-owner and VP of Franchise Development at Apex Fun Run. His background in accounting and various other business ventures have given him a breadth of knowledge that he incorporates into his business. Apex Fun Run helps students with leadership skills and character building and schools with funds raised for equipment and other campus needs.

Dave Hunt is the founder and CEO of Crossrope, which is a premium jump rope system that has helped thousands of people achieve real and incredible fitness results. He invented Crossrope in 2011, and he and his team have built fitness programs, training guides, and applications that provide people with the freedom to train on their own terms.