In this episode of Biz Blend Podcast, we dive deep into the secrets of personal growth, discipline, and building habits that last. Joining us is Lisa Small, a dynamic leader with experience spanning startups to multi-billion-dollar corporations. As the co-founder of Habitual Growth, Lisa helps ambitious individuals build momentum, develop resilience, and achieve their goals through structured daily practices.

Lisa shares how her father’s legacy inspired her journey into personal development and how anyone—no matter their starting point—can master consistency. We explore why willpower alone isn’t enough, how to break free from distractions, and the essential actions that lead to success.

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In this episode of The BizBlend Podcast, host Sana dives deep into a powerhouse conversation with Nick Batchelder—a 20-year-old entrepreneur, author, and podcast host. Despite his young age, Nick has already made a significant impact in the business world as the author of Crush Your Twenties, founder of Hive Mentors, and host of Building the Blueprint podcast.

Nick shares his inspiring journey of overcoming self-doubt, embracing risk-taking, and leveraging the power of networking to create meaningful opportunities. He breaks down the biggest challenges young entrepreneurs face, the importance of mentorship, and how strategic networking can be a game-changer in business and career growth.

If you’re a young professional or entrepreneur looking for actionable strategies to navigate your 20s successfully, this episode is packed with insights, motivation, and practical steps to help you thrive!

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In this episode of Biz Blend, host Sana sits down with Stephanie Hayes, business strategist, founder of Assets to Exits, and an expert in business model design. Entrepreneurs often start with passion and a drive for revenue—but what happens when success leaves them stuck, uninspired, or burnt out?

Stephanie breaks down why business alignment is crucial for sustainable success and mental well-being. She shares how shifting from an income-based mindset to an asset-building approach can create long-term wealth, reduce stress, and help entrepreneurs build something meaningful that lasts beyond them.

If you're a business owner who feels trapped in the hustle, this episode is packed with insights to help you create a business that serves you—not the other way around.

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Stephanie Hayes is a business architect who helps entrepreneurs move from revenue to wealth by designing sustainable exit strategies that allow them to scale, sell, or step away on their terms. Her expertise lies in helping business owners uncover hidden assets, build long-term value, and align their business with their life goals.

Key Takeaways:

✔️ The Importance of Business Alignment: Why misalignment leads to burnout and how realigning with your values can fuel sustainable success.

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Stephanie Hayes offers a free resource on her website, "9 Types of Assets You Can Build Inside Your Business," to help entrepreneurs shift from chasing income to creating long-term business value. Download it to explore how an asset-based business model can provide financial stability and scalability. Find it on LinkedIn or her website.

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Effective communication is the backbone of great leadership, yet many leaders struggle with it. In this episode of BizBlend, we dive deep into the art of communication with Chris Duprey, a former Army officer turned business leader, sales coach, and AI strategist.

Chris shares how asking the right questions—rather than simply giving directives—transforms leadership and fosters stronger, more innovative teams. He introduces The Pathfinder’s Compass, a tool designed to help leaders shift from dictating to guiding. We also explore how assumptions hinder communication, why leaders should embrace proactive listening, and how sales and leadership require the same conversational skills.

This episode is packed with practical techniques—from using color-coded pens for active listening to structuring sales and leadership conversations for maximum impact. Whether you're a leader, entrepreneur, or professional looking to improve your influence, these insights will help you communicate with clarity, curiosity, and confidence.

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Chris Duprey is a leadership and communication expert, partner at the Question First Group, and a former U.S. Army officer. He helps leaders and teams develop breakthrough conversations that build trust, drive innovation, and produce results. His expertise in sales coaching, leadership training, and AI strategy makes him a sought-after speaker and mentor. Listeners can connect on LinkedIn or can go to questionfirstgroup.com

Key Takeaways:

✅ The #1 communication mistake leaders make: Making assumptions instead of clarifying meaning.

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Welcome back to BizBlend, the podcast where business strategy meets success! Today, we have a powerhouse guest, Ross Pitcoff, a leading expert in business litigation and high-stakes legal battles.

Ross, the Managing Partner and Founder of Pitcoff Law Group, has represented high-profile clients in corporate disputes, business divorces, and partnership litigation. In this episode, we dive into the complexities of business law, what entrepreneurs should know to protect their businesses, and how AI and media are reshaping legal landscapes.

If you're an entrepreneur, investor, or business leader, this is an essential conversation you don’t want to miss!

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Ross Pitcoff is the Founder and Managing Partner of Pitcoff Law Group, a boutique firm specializing in business litigation. From handling disputes between high-profile business partners to navigating contract disagreements and corporate fraud cases, Ross has built a reputation as a fierce legal strategist. His firm advises clients on internal conflicts, external legal challenges, and litigation tactics that protect and grow businesses.

Key Takeaways:

✅ Business Litigation 101 – Common legal disputes and why having clear contracts is non-negotiable.

💡 If you're looking for expert legal insights that could save your business time, money, and risk, this episode is a must-listen!

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In this episode of BizBlend, we explore the power of innovation and leadership in transforming lives, especially for returning citizens reentering society. Our guest, Silas Deane, is the founder of 2 Vita, an AI-powered platform that is revolutionizing the reentry process by helping formerly incarcerated individuals access housing, jobs, and support services. From coding a solution in his basement to scaling the nation’s largest reentry software, Silas shares his mission to shift the system from barriers to bridges.

We discuss the deep structural flaws in the U.S. reentry system, how technology is being leveraged to break cycles of recidivism, and why social impact and business success can go hand in hand. Silas’s journey—from music producer to tech entrepreneur—is proof that one idea, driven by purpose, can create lasting change.

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💡 If you’re passionate about using business as a force for good, this episode is a must-listen!

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In this powerful episode of BizBlend, host Sana sits down with Marla Ballard, a transformational leader, quantum personal development coach, and CEO of YU2SHINE. Marla shares her insights on taking inspired action, overcoming fear, and breaking through limiting beliefs that hold us back. From her journey of personal reinvention to supporting veterans and first responders through Unconquerable mE, Marla’s wisdom will leave you feeling empowered to step into your full potential.

She also dives into the concept of inspiration vs. implementation, why fear of non-conformity stops us from growth, and how aligned action can lead to real transformation. Plus, she introduces a free resource to help you identify and overcome limiting beliefs!

About the Guest:

Marla Ballard is a best-selling author, personal development coach, and one of the few holders of a Certificate of Science in Theta Healing and Free Me EFT. As CEO of YU2SHINE, she helps individuals and businesses unlock their highest potential. Through her initiative Unconquerable mE, she supports veterans and first responders in reclaiming their identity and purpose post-service.

Key Takeaways:

✅ Inspired Action vs. Implementation – Why inspiration without action is just a dream, and action without alignment can lead to burnout.

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📌 Website: YU2SHINE.com

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Guest: Marla Ballard - CEO of YU2SHINE, Quantum Personal Development Coach, & Director of Unconquerable mE

In this powerful episode of BizBlend, host Sana sits down with Marla Ballard, a transformational leader, quantum personal development coach, and CEO of YU2SHINE. Marla shares her insights on taking inspired action, overcoming fear, and breaking through limiting beliefs that hold us back. From her journey of personal reinvention to supporting veterans and first responders through Unconquerable mE, Marla’s wisdom will leave you feeling empowered to step into your full potential.

She also dives into the concept of inspiration vs. implementation, why fear of non-conformity stops us from growth, and how aligned action can lead to real transformation. Plus, she introduces a free resource to help you identify and overcome limiting beliefs!

About the Guest:

Marla Ballard is a best-selling author, personal development coach, and one of the few holders of a Certificate of Science in Theta Healing and Free Me EFT. As CEO of YU2SHINE, she helps individuals and businesses unlock their highest potential. Through her initiative Unconquerable mE, she supports veterans and first responders in reclaiming their identity and purpose post-service.

Key Takeaways:

✅ Inspired Action vs. Implementation – Why inspiration without action is just a dream, and action without alignment can lead to burnout.

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📌 Website: YU2SHINE.com

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In this powerful episode of BizBlend, we dive deep into servant leadership, team building, and leadership culture with John Makarewicz, President of Faris Capital Partners. With an impressive career leading multi-billion-dollar businesses, John shares how to create a people-first culture without sacrificing results.

John has scaled businesses to over $3.9 billion in sales, led top-performing teams, and developed leadership principles inspired by coaching legends like John Wooden and Coach K. In this episode, he reveals why true leadership isn't about authority—it’s about setting the example.

If you're a founder, entrepreneur, or leader looking to scale your business while maintaining a strong team culture, this episode is for you!

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In this insightful episode of BizBlend, we explore the science of resilience—how to bounce forward rather than just bounce back from life’s challenges. Joining us is Yosi Kossowsky, an executive coach with over 17 years of experience in leadership development, personal growth, and neuroscience-backed strategies for high performance.

Yosi shares powerful insights into how resilience impacts both personal and professional success, how our brains process adversity, and the science-backed techniques that high-performing leaders use to stay calm under pressure.

If you’re an entrepreneur, business leader, or anyone navigating life’s challenges, this episode is packed with practical tools to help you build a resilient mindset and lead with clarity.

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Yosi Kossowsky is a former CTO turned executive coach specializing in leadership development, neuroscience, and organizational strategy. With a deep understanding of human behavior, he helps leaders and teams navigate complex challenges, build resilience, and achieve peak performance.

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Resilience is About Bouncing Forward, Not Backward: How to turn setbacks into stepping stones.

Mindset Matters: How mental reframing and language shifts impact team performance.

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