Entrepreneurs United

Five-time bestselling author and business growth expert Ursula Mentjes shares her insights on how to create and shift beliefs using Neurolinguistic Programming (NLP) to achieve quantum revenue growth. Learn about common limiting beliefs entrepreneurs face, like the fear of being a pushy salesperson, and practical hacks to overcome them. Explore the importance of clarity in goal-setting, and discover how AI innovation can drive business success. Don't miss Ursula's transformative strategies for scaling your business while working less!

00:00 Introduction to Creating New Beliefs

00:49 Meet Ursula Mentjes: Business Coach and Strategist

01:13 Understanding Neurolinguistic Programming (NLP)

02:13 Common Limiting Beliefs in Entrepreneurs

02:36 Case Study: Overcoming Sales Resistance

04:08 The Process of Shifting Beliefs with NLP

07:05 The Power of 'I Am' Statements

08:17 Identifying and Overcoming Limiting Beliefs

09:35 Setting and Achieving One Great Goal

13:15 Personal Insights and Methodologies

17:57 Addressing Limiting Beliefs

18:02 Exploring Imposter Syndrome

18:29 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

19:16 Personal Experiences with Imposter Syndrome

26:21 The Role of Childhood in Limiting Beliefs

28:21 Excitement About AI

30:56 Concluding Thoughts and Reflections

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John St. Pierre and Rich Hoffmann dive deep into key takeaways from their private coaching sessions. Rich kicks off the conversation by sharing a conflict resolution technique that helps de-escalate tension and improve communication within teams. They also explore the importance of understanding who the decision-maker in a business hierarchy and the value of quarterly offsite meetings for building a stronger organizational culture. John shares insights into optimizing financial efficiency by scrutinizing expenses and adopting zero-based budgeting. The episode also highlights the often-overlooked importance of recognizing and appreciating employees’ spouses, along with the transformative role of AI in streamlining business operations. 00:00 Introduction to the Entrepreneurs United Podcast00:28 Conflict Resolution Techniques03:29 Decision-Making in Leadership07:06 Building Effective Communication in Teams10:08 Balancing Compassion and Accountability17:40 Cash Efficiency Strategies for Entrepreneurs21:47 The Importance of Recognizing Employee Spouses27:30 Leveraging AI for Business Efficiency30:22 Conclusion and Upcoming Events

Mike Regina, a seasoned entrepreneur and business builder shares insights on transitioning from a 'work family' mentality to cultivating a performance-driven professional team. Discover the importance of discipline, accountability, and creating a legacy brand. Dive deep into frameworks like SWOT analysis, the 'three Ps' of business success—people, process, persistence—and tap into the value of staying educated and curious. Mike also discusses his entrepreneurial journey, from his high school car washing business to construction management to running multiple successful ventures. Learn how to master discipline in your business, the pitfalls of comfort zones, and how to foster a culture that is built to win. Don't miss this enriching conversation and take away actionable nuggets to implement in your business today!

00:00 Shifting from Work Family to Professional Team

00:49 Introducing Mike Regina: Entrepreneur and Business Builder

01:30 Overcoming Self-Imposed Barriers

03:22 Framework for Entrepreneurial Success

04:30 Mike Regina's Entrepreneurial Journey

10:38 The Importance of Discipline in Business

22:47 Building a Legacy Brand

23:55 Mike Regina's Masterclass and Personal Brand

25:35 Final Thoughts and Takeaways

Connect with Mike

Dive deep into the world of workplace culture with Kristi Herold, author of 'It Pays to Play' and CEO of a company dedicated to integrating fun into serious business environments. Discover the transformative power of play in enhancing team engagement, productivity, and employee retention. Kristi shares her journey from founding an adult social sports league to navigating mergers and acquisitions and pivoting during the pandemic to foster workplace camaraderie. Don't miss the insights & anecdotes on building a culture where fun and serious business coexist seamlessly. Tune in to transform your workplace culture today!

00:00 Introduction to Fun in Business

00:18 Meet Kristi Herold: The Fun Advocate

01:02 The Journey of Jam: From Sports to Corporate Culture

03:02 The Impact of Play on Workplace Culture

05:46 Practical Tips for Infusing Fun at Work

11:04 The House System: A Unique Approach to Team Building

13:57 Mergers and Acquisitions: Lessons Learned

15:18 Advice for Entrepreneurs: Organic Growth vs. Acquisitions

16:46 Reflections on Entrepreneurial Journey

17:41 Lessons from College Pro

19:37 Creating a Positive Workplace Culture

21:45 Engaging Non-Work Activities

22:55 The Power of Recognition and Onboarding

23:39 Tailoring Play to Your Organization

24:37 Culture Consulting and Team Building

27:18 The Impact of Play on Workplace Dynamics

29:16 The Humanizing Effect of Play

32:34 Final Thoughts and Takeaways

Dr. Lisa Hale, CEO of Focused Leadership Consulting, dives deep into what she calls “Radical Ownership”—a transformative mindset and system that bridges the gap between leadership intention and execution. Drawing on over two decades of coaching high-level entrepreneurs, Lisa shares why so many leaders get stuck in cycles of over-functioning, how fear quietly drives ineffective behaviors, and how to build a company culture rooted in trust and clarity.
Lisa offers tools, mindsets, and powerful questions that will have you rethinking control, trust, and the story you're telling yourself as a leader.
⏱️ Key Highlights
📍 12:45 – The Trap of Over-Control vs. Under-Ownership
Lisa introduces the concept of “Radical Ownership” and explains how leaders often overstep their own locus of control, unintentionally causing their teams to disengage.
📍 21:30 – Recognizing Fear in Real Time
Lisa breaks down the physical symptoms of fear and reveals how leaders can re-center themselves by shifting into inquiry instead of reaction.
📍 34:10 – The Power of Co-Creating Leadership Norms
John and Lisa dive into how teams can define leadership “dials” together—like accountability, risk tolerance, and communication styles—to create alignment and eliminate chaos.
📍 46:15 – A Parenting Story That Changed Her Leadership Forever
Lisa shares a raw moment of yelling at her son, and how one coaching question—“What do you have to give up in order to let him fail and love him anyway?”—transformed her approach to leadership.
📍 58:00 – When Working Genius Unlocked 5X Growth
Lisa explains how reassigning roles based on her team's strengths helped her scale her company exponentially without burnout.

Feeling overwhelmed as an entrepreneur in 2025? You’re not alone BUT, you can take back control. In this episode of Entrepreneurs United, John St. Pierre and Rich Hoffmann break down the #1 question they get from business owners: “How do I duplicate myself and get more done?”From getting clear on your priorities to using AI and automation the right way, they walk you through a 6-step framework to help you work smarter, not harder.Whether you're a solo founder or leading a growing team, this episode is packed with tactical tips and mindset shifts to help you delegate better, automate more, and finally feel in control of your time.✅ What You'll Learn:How to go from overwhelmed to organizedThe simple delegation framework your team needsHow to stop hoarding tasks and empower your peopleReal ways to use ChatGPT and automation tools for businessHow calendar control = time freedomWhy saying “I’m busy” is usually a leadership issue📣 Like what you hear?Subscribe to the Entrepreneurs United Podcast and drop a comment with your biggest takeaway. Or tell us—what should we dive into next?🔗 Full show also available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you listen https://entrepreneursunited.us/links/

Are you stuck in the messy middle of your business? Too big to be scrappy, but not yet running a smooth, high-performance machine?
In this episode, we sit down with Dominic Rubino—business coach, author of Construction Millionaire Secrets, and host of the Profit Toolbelt podcast—to unpack the six foundational levers every business must master:
⏱️ Time
👥 Team
💰 Money
📈 Growth
🚪 Exit
📣 Marketing
These aren't just theories—Dominic has worked with contractors and entrepreneurs around the world, and these challenges come up everywhere, from Vancouver to São Paulo to Singapore.
🔍 What you'll learn:
– How to finally escape the “technician trap” (thanks, E-Myth!)
– The key differences between Traction and Scaling Up
– How to build a strategic plan—and actually stick to it
– Why profitability is rarely just a "money" problem
– What separates business owners who act vs. those who stay stuck
🎯 Whether you're a contractor, creative, or founder, this episode is your blueprint to getting unstuck and scaling smarter.
🔗 Connect with Dominic Rubino:
Website: http://www.profittoolbelt.com
Book: Construction Millionaire Secrets

Only 3% of LinkedIn users post content... are you one of them?

LinkedIn expert Caroline Pennington uncovers powerful strategies for standing out, building your brand, and generating real business results — all without paid ads.

Caroline shares how she made the leap from a 15-year corporate recruiting career to becoming an entrepreneur, podcast host, and the CEO of The Feminine Founder. She reveals her LinkedIn growth blueprint — including how to optimize your profile, engage authentically, and train the algorithm to work for you.

Whether you're a founder, coach, or small business owner, this episode is packed with tactical takeaways you can apply today to start turning visibility into opportunity.

💼 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

Why LinkedIn is the most underrated growth tool for entrepreneurs

The 3 pillars of LinkedIn success: Profile, Content, Engagement

How to build trust and attract leads using emotional intelligence

Caroline’s weekly LinkedIn posting system for visibility

DM strategies that convert with 80%+ response rates

How to use LinkedIn’s “Grow” tab to find perfect-fit prospects

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS

00:00 Introduction to LinkedIn's Potential

00:21 Meet Caroline Pennington

01:03 Caroline's Journey from Corporate to Entrepreneur

01:54 The Power of LinkedIn for Personal Branding

02:14 Emotional Intelligence in Professional Growth

04:33 Building a Strong LinkedIn Profile

06:06 Engaging with Your LinkedIn Audience

08:39 Maximizing LinkedIn's Features for Success

15:08 Effective LinkedIn Connection Strategies

18:44 Training LinkedIn's Algorithm

22:05 Advanced LinkedIn Search Techniques

22:56 The Power of Organic Content and Female Entrepreneurs

24:34 Weekly LinkedIn Routine for Success

26:24 Engaging with Your LinkedIn Audience

31:34 Optimizing Your LinkedIn Profile

35:31 The ROI of LinkedIn Marketing

36:07 Final Thoughts and Takeaways

36:54 Hosts' Reflections and Actionable Tips

🔗 Resources & Links

🔹 Learn more about Caroline Website

🔹 Connect with her on LinkedIn

🔹 Entrepreneurs United Podcast

🔹 Attend the Empowerment Experience: October 4–6, Winston-Salem, NC

👍 Like this episode? Don’t forget to subscribe, hit the notification bell, and drop your favorite LinkedIn tip in the comments!

Are you scaling your business but still feel stuck?

Holistic leadership coach Kasey D’Amato reveals why emotional intelligence may be the secret weapon you're missing. From burnout to team breakdowns, discover the invisible forces that hold entrepreneurs back—and how to break through them.

🎯 Learn how to:

• Spot the signs of emotional blind spots

• Lead with clarity and confidence

• Align your business with your life purpose

• Create win-win compensation structures that work

  
  00:00 The Impact of Low Emotional Intelligence

  00:38 Introduction to Kasey D'Amato

  01:05 Holistic Approach to Business Coaching

  01:47 Case Study: The Successful but Unfulfilled Entrepreneur

  04:10 Defining Emotional Intelligence

  04:43 Balancing Aggressive and Recovery Energy

  07:08 Aligning Business and Personal Goals

  13:54 Tools for Enhancing Emotional Intelligence

  18:01 Recognizing and Addressing Team Emotions

  22:51 Starting Conversations: Personal and Professional Goals

  23:24 Addressing Performance Issues Directly

  24:34 Building Trust Through Leadership Styles

  29:15 Compensation Strategies for Entrepreneurs

  32:41 The Importance of Skincare

  36:28 Emotional Intelligence and Personal Reflection

👉 Listen now and start building smarter, not just harder.

From Near Collapse to Comeback: How Christy Cox Spencer Saved Her Business Against All Odds

What would you do if your business lost 90% of its revenue overnight?

In this episode of the Entrepreneurs United Podcast, hosts John St. Pierre and Rich Hoffmann sit down with Christy Cox Spencer—President of JKS Incorporated and owner of Robert Hall—to unpack a story of true entrepreneurial grit. When the pandemic hit Christy faced the unimaginable: mass layoffs, financial freefall, and betting her retirement savings on a comeback.

🎯 Discover how she rebuilt from rock bottom, found creative ways to serve high-demand clients, and why Winston-Salem, NC, might just be one of the most under-the-radar event hubs in the country.

This episode is for entrepreneurs who know the hustle is real—and that success often starts at your lowest point.

What You’ll Learn:

• How to lead through crisis and hard decisions

• The creative thinking that helped Christy pivot and thrive

• Why betting on yourself is the boldest—and smartest—move you can make

👉 Tap into Christy’s story and walk away inspired to face your next challenge head-on.

Timestamps:00:00 - COVID’s devastating impact on events
01:03 - Meet Christy Cox Spencer
02:00 - How Robert Hall came to life
03:30 - Behind the scenes of elite event planning
05:04 - From JKS to motorsports: diversifying services
09:41 - The weirdest and wildest event requests
12:23 - Why Winston-Salem?
15:44 - Entrepreneurial lessons from the frontlines
18:39 - Final thoughts on resilience and passion