Glovisor Podcast

Your credit score could be costing you far more than you realize.In this episode of the Glovisor Podcast, Joe Abreu sits down with Cyerra White, founder of KLN Consulting, to talk about building, rebuilding, and understanding credit—and why taking your credit seriously can be a powerful step toward greater financial opportunity.Cyerra grew up around the credit industry, working with her father from the age of 16. After he retired, she took over his company and launched KLN Consulting, where she helps individuals and businesses understand their credit, improve their financial position, and pursue goals such as homeownership, business funding, and stronger credit profiles.Cyerra explains why people often struggle with credit for two very different reasons: they don't understand how credit works, or they find themselves in difficult financial situations that cause problems to accumulate.She also explains why having a high credit score alone doesn't automatically guarantee loan approval—and why your overall credit profile matters.Her message is straightforward:Take your credit seriously.Whether you're trying to buy a home, start a business, qualify for financing, or build a stronger financial future, understanding your credit can help you make more informed decisions.And Cyerra believes the lesson shouldn't stop with you—encourage your family and friends to take their credit seriously too.CONNECT WITH CYERRA WHITE📱 Instagram: @_CECEtheCEO📞 Phone: 325-927-7356Mention Glovisor when reaching out 🤝 If you'd like a personal introduction or have questions about working with them, feel free to reach out to us, and we'd be happy to connect you.---🚀 Level Up Your Life & Business with Glovisor👉 Start here: https://Glovisor.com📘 Learn through our books: https://store.glovisor.com/🎓 Master the system with our guided online course🤝 Go deeper with personalized 1-on-1 coachingSubscribe to the Glovisor Podcast for conversations with founders, leaders, and experts who share the strategies, systems, and mindsets that drive business growth.#credit #creditrepair #CreditScore #financialfreedom #financialliteracy #businesscredit #personalfinance #generationalwealth #entrepreneurship #businessfunding #homeownership #moneymindset #Glovisor #GlovisorPodcast #CyerraWhiteCHAPTERS00:00 Why Your Credit Matters00:40 Meet Cyerra White01:02 From Family Business to KLN Consulting02:01 Why People Struggle With Credit03:43 What the Credit Journey Looks Like05:08 Why Business Credit Matters06:01 What Does a 796 Credit Score Mean?06:37 How Credit Scores Are Built08:48 Does a Higher Score Lower Interest?10:51 Stop Normalizing Bad Credit12:49 From 550 to 786 in Four Months14:32 The Credit Lesson Everyone Needs15:18 How to Connect With Cyerra

Your next big business opportunity may not be online—it may already be inside your network.In this episode of the Glovisor Podcast, Joe Abreu sits down with Robert Butwin, an entrepreneur, speaker, best-selling author, and elite networker who has spent decades helping people create meaningful connections, build relationships, and take their businesses and lives to the next level.Robert explains the difference between simply networking and becoming a "superconnector"—someone who strategically connects the right people, creates opportunities, and focuses on helping others achieve results.His philosophy goes far beyond collecting business cards or making quick transactions. Robert believes the real value of networking comes from developing meaningful human connections and building what he calls "relationship currency."Robert also shares real examples of connecting entrepreneurs with potential funders, helping people expand their networks, and creating opportunities simply by understanding what people need and knowing who might be able to help.His message is simple:If you want to take what you're doing to the next level, develop the right relationships.Whether you're an entrepreneur, business owner, salesperson, speaker, coach, investor, or professional looking to expand your opportunities, this conversation will change the way you think about networking.The question isn't simply, "Who do you know?"It's "Who can you help—and who can they help?"CONNECT WITH ROBERT BUTWIN💼 LinkedIn: Robert Butwin📧 Email: [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])📅 Schedule a conversation: https://calendly.com/butwinMention Glovisor when reaching out 🤝 If you'd like a personal introduction or have questions about working with them, feel free to reach out to us, and we'd be happy to connect you.---🚀 Level Up Your Life & Business with Glovisor👉 Start here: https://Glovisor.com📘 Learn through our books: https://store.glovisor.com/🎓 Master the system with our guided online course🤝 Go deeper with personalized 1-on-1 coachingSubscribe to the Glovisor Podcast for conversations with founders, leaders, and experts who share the strategies, systems, and mindsets that drive business growth.#Networking #Superconnector #Entrepreneurship #BusinessNetworking #RelationshipBuilding #BusinessGrowth #EntrepreneurMindset #Leadership #NetworkingTips #PersonalDevelopment #MultipleStreamsOfIncome #Glovisor #GlovisorPodcast #RobertButwinCHAPTERS00:00 Your Next Opportunity Is in Your Network00:34 Meet Robert Butwin01:45 From Chasing Money to Making a Difference02:55 Becoming a Superconnector04:14 How Networking Creates Income05:48 Robert's SCALP Framework08:35 Building a System for Relationships10:44 Real-World Networking Success Stories13:45 Connector vs. Superconnector16:40 Where the Gold Really Is18:47 The Future of Network Marketing20:38 The REACH Formula for Success22:48 Who Robert Wants to Help

What if the hardest moments of your life became the reason you solved a problem affecting thousands of others?

In this episode of the Glovisor Podcast, Joe Abreu sits down with Sheila Buswell, a U.S. Army veteran, engineer, entrepreneur, and CEO and co-founder of Buswell Biomedical—the company behind Upward Mobility, or Upmo, an AI-enabled mobility device designed to help patients move more safely while reducing strain on healthcare workers.

Sheila's journey to entrepreneurship began with personal experiences. After being injured during a military deployment in Bosnia, she experienced firsthand the difficulty and vulnerability that can come with needing assistance with basic activities. Years later, her mother fell and entered rehab, where Sheila saw many of the same challenges she had experienced decades earlier.She knew there had to be a better way.When Sheila discovered that no one was developing the solution she envisioned, she decided to build it herself.Upmo is designed to autonomously travel to a patient, much like a self-driving vehicle or Roomba, and use a specialized harness to help patients with mobility when they are able to participate. Its machine-learning technology is intended to understand individual movement, identify instability, and potentially help prevent or limit falls.But this isn't just a story about AI or healthcare technology.It's a story about seeing a problem, trusting your instincts, and refusing to accept that "this is just the way things are."Sheila also reveals that the prototype has been tested to lift up to 500 pounds at a reasonable speed—and explains why the path from a great idea to an FDA-cleared medical product requires significant testing, funding, and persistence.She is currently looking for venture capitalists, angel investors, patients, family members of patients, and healthcare workers who can provide funding, feedback, and insight into the problems Upmo could help solve.Her message to entrepreneurs is powerful:Trust your gut.Other people may be limited by their own experiences and education. Sometimes solving a problem requires you to believe that there is another way.

If you're an entrepreneur, innovator, healthcare professional, engineer, investor, or someone interested in how technology can improve people's lives, this conversation is one you won't want to miss.

CONNECT WITH SHEILA BUSWELL

🌐 Buswell Biomedical: https://buswellbiomedical.comMention Glovisor when reaching out 🤝 If you'd like a personal introduction or have questions about working with them, feel free to reach out to us, and we'd be happy to connect you.---🚀 Level Up Your Life & Business with Glovisor👉 Start here: https://Glovisor.com📘 Learn through our books: https://store.glovisor.com/🎓 Master the system with our guided online course🤝 Go deeper with personalized 1-on-1 coaching

Subscribe to the Glovisor Podcast for conversations with founders, leaders, and experts who share the strategies, systems, and mindsets that drive business growth.#AI #HealthcareInnovation #MedicalInnovation #Entrepreneurship #PatientCare #HealthcareTechnology #ArtificialIntelligence #Innovation #EntrepreneurMindset #Leadership #BusinessGrowth #JoeAbreu #Glovisor #GlovisorPodcast #SheilaBuswell #BuswellMedicalCHAPTERS:00:00 From Hardship to Healthcare Innovation00:49 Meet Sheila Buswell01:46 What Is Upmo?02:55 How Upmo Helps Patients Move04:55 AI, Motion & Fall Prevention08:00 How AI Works Inside Upmo10:01 The Personal Story Behind the Invention12:59 From Idea to Working Prototype15:30 The Road to FDA Clearance15:59 Who Should Invest or Get Involved?17:05 Could Upmo Eventually Help People at Home?18:08 Trust Your Gut

The leaders who thrive aren't always the most experienced. They're the ones who can regulate themselves, stay clear under pressure, and lead consciously.

In this episode of the Glovisor Podcast, Joe Abreu sits down with Aileda Bailey, a strategic operations consultant, leadership strategist, and creator of the Conscious Leadership Development system.Aileda's approach was shaped during one of the most intense periods imaginable: the COVID-19 pandemic in New York City. Working with medical owners, practitioners, and field teams, she found herself helping organizations respond to rapidly changing conditions involving staffing, protective equipment, medications, compliance requirements, and critical decisions.

In the middle of that crisis, Aileda discovered something powerful: the ability to remain calm and consciously aware can dramatically change how we respond when the pressure is at its highest.That realization became the foundation for her Conscious Leadership Development system—and her upcoming book, "Wake Up and Lead."

In this conversation, Aileda explains why understanding your own "human operating system" can help you make better decisions, especially when circumstances become overwhelming.

Aileda also explains who her program is designed for—including younger leaders and executives whose decisions carry significant consequences—and why someone has to genuinely want personal development for the process to work.

One of the most practical takeaways from this conversation is that small changes in how you think, speak, and respond can change how you experience a challenge.Instead of automatically saying, "I'm stressed," try asking: **"What if this is a challenge—or even an opportunity?"**And when pressure builds, sometimes the fastest reset is surprisingly simple: step outside, disconnect from technology, spend time in nature, breathe, and give yourself the opportunity to become conscious of what's happening in your own system.If you're an entrepreneur, CEO, executive, leader, or high achiever facing increasing responsibility, this conversation offers a different way to think about leadership: before you can effectively lead others, you have to learn how to lead yourself.

CONNECT WITH AILEDA BAILEY

🌐 Website: https://askaileda.com💼 LinkedIn: Search for Aileda BaileyMention Glovisor when reaching out 🤝 If you'd like a personal introduction or have questions about working with them, feel free to reach out to us, and we'd be happy to connect you.---🚀 Level Up Your Life & Business with Glovisor👉 Start here: https://Glovisor.com📘 Learn through our books: https://store.glovisor.com/🎓 Master the system with our guided online course🤝 Go deeper with personalized 1-on-1 coachingSubscribe to the Glovisor Podcast for conversations with founders, leaders, and experts who share the strategies, systems, and mindsets that drive business growth.#Leadership #ConsciousLeadership #Entrepreneurship #PersonalDevelopment #LeadershipDevelopment #ExecutiveLeadership #Mindset #BusinessGrowth #StressManagement #SelfLeadership #HighPerformance #Glovisor #GlovisorPodcast #AiledaBaileyCHAPTERS00:00 The Leaders Who Thrive00:38 Meet Aileda Bailey01:42 Leadership Lessons From a Crisis04:43 The Moment Everything Changed06:58 Can Anyone Learn Conscious Leadership?08:02 The Power of Conscious Awareness10:44 Can You Train Your Brain?13:40 Turning Stress Into Challenge15:10 How the 3-Month System Works18:41 Reprogramming Your Human Operating System19:27 A Fast Way to Change Your State22:50 The Transformation of a High-Level Leader23:43 Who Should Work With Aileda?

What if something as simple as tea could change how you think, create, and perform?In this episode of the Glovisor Podcast, Joe Abreu sits down with Stavros—a founder, filmmaker, author, poet, artist, musician, and tea entrepreneur—to explore the unconventional journey behind Leaf Sweat and the philosophy that drives it.What started as a personal search for a better alternative to energy drinks eventually became a tea company built around creativity, flavor, quality, and the belief that people deserve more.Stavros shares how an unusual tea experiment helped launch his original Vampire Tea Company, why he eventually had to reinvent the brand, and how the name Leaf Sweat was inspired by an unexpected source.But this conversation goes far beyond tea.Stavros opens up about the role tea played in his own life, how discovering unsweetened tea gave him a sense of connection and hope during a difficult period, and why he believes everyday rituals can have a much deeper meaning.He also reveals what it takes to create distinctive products in a crowded marketplace—from experimenting with real fruits, nuts, herbs, and tea to creating small-batch blends designed to look, smell, and taste completely different.You'll discover:• How a simple idea can evolve into a business• Why creativity can be a competitive advantage• The importance of creating something that stands out• Why Stavros believes quality should come before everything else• How real ingredients became central to his tea blends• The challenges of building a brand in a crowded market• Why experimentation and trial-and-error matter• How personal passion can become an entrepreneurial purpose• Why collaboration can lead to unexpected ideas• How art became part of the Leaf Sweat brand• The difference between loose-leaf tea and conventional tea bags• Why small-batch production matters• The power of creating something people rememberAnd Stavros leaves entrepreneurs and creators with a simple but powerful message:You deserve more. You're worth more.You don't have to be rich, famous, or become someone you're not to enjoy something great. Sometimes the most meaningful businesses begin with something personal—and grow because the founder genuinely wants to give people a better experience.If you're an entrepreneur, creator, artist, or someone looking for inspiration to turn an idea into something extraordinary, this conversation is for you.CONNECT WITH STAVROS / LEAF SWEAT🌿 Explore the blends and learn more: https://www.leafsweat.comMention Glovisor when reaching out 🤝 If you'd like a personal introduction or have questions about working with them, feel free to reach out to us, and we'd be happy to connect you.---🚀 Level Up Your Life & Business with Glovisor👉 Start here: https://Glovisor.com📘 Learn through our books: https://store.glovisor.com/🎓 Master the system with our guided online course🤝 Go deeper with personalized 1-on-1 coachingSubscribe to the Glovisor Podcast for conversations with founders, leaders, and experts who share the strategies, systems, and mindsets that drive business growth.#Tea #Entrepreneurship #Creativity #SmallBusiness #BusinessGrowth #EntrepreneurMindset #PersonalDevelopment #LeafSweat #TeaLover #TeaBusiness #BrandBuilding #Glovisor #GlovisorPodcast #Stavros #JoeAbreuCHAPTERS00:00 Can Tea Change How You Perform?00:57 From Vampire Tea to Leaf Sweat04:11 How the Leaf Sweat Name Was Born06:32 Creating 12 Unique Tea Blends10:30 How Tea Changed Stavros' Life14:00 What Makes Leaf Sweat Different?17:20 The Challenge of Small-Batch Tea18:41 Creativity, Collaboration & Art20:31 Loose Leaf vs. Tea Bags22:23 You Deserve More22:56 Where to Find Leaf Sweat

AI is transforming business—but what happens when your company has too many AI tools, too many models, rising costs, and sensitive data moving through systems nobody fully controls?In this episode of the Glovisor Podcast, Joe Abreu sits down with Vladimir Krsic, founder and CEO of Intrascope, an infrastructure platform designed to help companies use generative AI with greater control, governance, context, and cost awareness.Vladimir explains why companies are adopting AI faster than they can manage it—and how that can create what he describes as a new kind of AI chaos.Instead of relying on one AI model for everything, Intrascope connects different models in one workspace, allowing companies to use the right model for the right task. Vladimir explains how AI orchestration can help organizations avoid paying for expensive models when a less expensive model can accomplish the job.The conversation also explores one of the biggest issues facing businesses today: data.What happens when employees upload confidential company information into personal or free AI accounts? Vladimir explains why businesses need to start thinking seriously about protecting their data, controlling AI usage, tracking costs, and creating a more structured approach to AI adoption.You’ll also hear about:• Why companies need to choose AI tools strategically• The difference between traditional AI and generative AI• How AI orchestration can reduce unnecessary costs• Why every AI model isn't equally good at every task• SaaS vs. private, in-house AI infrastructure• Why enterprise companies may need greater AI control• How companies can protect sensitive information• How AI usage and spending can be tracked• A real-world example of a 50+ employee company adopting AI• Why AI implementation needs governance—not just access• The importance of choosing the right AI model for the right job• What businesses should start doing now as AI continues to evolveVladimir also shares his entrepreneurial journey, beginning his first company at just 20 years old and explaining why he chose entrepreneurship over doing the same thing every day.If you're a business owner, CEO, entrepreneur, or leader trying to figure out how to implement AI without creating unnecessary complexity, this conversation offers practical insights into a problem that is only becoming more important.The question isn't whether your company will use AI.**The question is: Will you control it—or will AI chaos control you?**CONNECT WITH VLADIMIR KRSICWebsite: https://intrascope.appMention Glovisor when reaching out 🤝 If you'd like a personal introduction or have questions about working with them, feel free to reach out to us, and we'd be happy to connect you.---🚀 Level Up Your Life & Business with Glovisor👉 Start here: https://Glovisor.com📘 Learn through our books: https://store.glovisor.com/🎓 Master the system with our guided online course🤝 Go deeper with personalized 1-on-1 coachingSubscribe to the Glovisor Podcast for conversations with founders, leaders, and experts who share the strategies, systems, and mindsets that drive business growth.#AI #GenerativeAI #ArtificialIntelligence #AIForBusiness #BusinessGrowth #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #AITransformation #AITools #DataSecurity #BusinessStrategy #Glovisor #GlovisorPodcast #VladimirKrsic #IntrascopeCHAPTERS00:00 AI Chaos Is Taking Over00:45 Meet Vladimir Krsic & Intrascope01:51 Why Vladimir Chose Entrepreneurship03:13 AI vs. Generative AI04:02 Why Companies Have AI Chaos05:29 One Workspace, Multiple AI Models06:23 Who Needs Intrascope?07:20 SaaS vs. Private AI Systems08:42 Why Companies Need AI Control10:15 A Real-World AI Success Story11:50 How AI Can Cut Costs13:15 Protect Your Data & Control AI

Behind every Broadway hit is a business machine—and the risks, decisions, money, people, and persistence behind the curtain are far more intense than most audiences ever see.In this powerful conversation, Joe Abreu sits down with Sue Gilad, a Grammy and five-time Tony Award-winning Broadway producer and co-founder of In Fine Company, to reveal what it really takes to turn an unproven idea into a Broadway production.Sue explains why producing a Broadway show is essentially entrepreneurship at an extraordinary scale: assessing risk, building teams, raising capital, marketing a product, managing personalities, responding to failure, and believing in an idea long before anyone knows whether it will work.She also pulls back the curtain on some surprising realities of the Broadway business—including why roughly 80% of Broadway shows don't make their money back while on Broadway, why today's productions can require $25–$30 million in capital, and why successful producers have to think about a show's potential for years and even decades beyond opening night.Sue shares lessons every entrepreneur, founder, creator, and leader can use:• How to evaluate an unproven idea before investing years into it• Why evergreen ideas can have more long-term value• How to know when something simply isn't "your" project• Why rejection is part of building something meaningful• How to build the right team around your vision• When to trust your gut—and when to walk away• Why you should "write the thing" instead of endlessly developing an idea• How feedback can make an idea stronger• Why surrounding yourself with the right people can change everything• How to stay resilient when the odds are stacked against youSue also shares the story behind productions including Moulin Rouge!, The Outsiders, Jagged Little Pill, Angels in America, Buena Vista Social Club, and the upcoming Purple Rain, while explaining how Broadway productions can expand into tours and international markets.One of the biggest lessons from this conversation is simple: **You don't need to know that your idea will work before you begin. You need to build it, test it, listen, adapt, and have the courage to decide whether it's worth continuing.**Guest: Sue GiladGrammy & five-time Tony Award-winning Broadway producer, author, editor, speaker, and co-founder of In Fine Company.🌐 Sue Gilad: https://www.suzannegilad.com🎭 In Fine Company: https://infinecompany.com/🎬 Explore In Fine Company's productions: https://infinecompany.com/productions/Mention Glovisor when reaching out 🤝 If you'd like a personal introduction or have questions about working with them, feel free to reach out to us, and we'd be happy to connect you.---🚀 Level Up Your Life & Business with Glovisor👉 Start here: https://Glovisor.com📘 Learn through our books: https://store.glovisor.com/🎓 Master the system with our guided online course🤝 Go deeper with personalized 1-on-1 coachingSubscribe to the Glovisor Podcast for conversations with founders, leaders, and experts who share the strategies, systems, and mindsets that drive business growth.#Broadway #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth #Leadership #PersonalDevelopment #BroadwayProducer #BusinessStrategy #Entrepreneurs #SuccessMindset #Glovisor #SueGilad #InFineCompany #JoeAbreu #podcastCHAPTERS00:00 Behind the Curtain: Broadway as a Business00:46 What It Really Takes to Produce Broadway02:47 Turning Unproven Ideas Into Hits04:48 How Producers Evaluate New Shows07:22 From Theater Kid to Broadway Producer08:57 Raising Millions for a New Show11:31 Why Anyone Invests in Broadway13:32 The $30 Million Broadway Gamble15:51 Why Every Show Is a New Startup17:01 Risk, Rejection & Resilience20:11 The Hardest Part: When Nobody Cares22:42 How a Show Actually Gets on Broadway25:01 The First Step: "Write the Thing"28:16 Trust Your Gut & Build the Right Team30:41 Where to Follow Sue & In Fine Company

What does it take to build a business that survives—and continues growing—for more than 35 years?Joe Abreu sits down with Mike Vertolli, CEO of ComTec Systems, a technology and consulting company that has evolved through decades of technological change.Mike's entrepreneurial journey began after the loss of his stepfather, when he and his mother took over a telecommunications business in the early 1990s. Without following the traditional college path, Mike chose to bet on himself, adapt to changing technology, and build the company one opportunity at a time.Today, ComTec operates across technology, energy, and tax consulting, helping businesses identify savings, improve efficiency, and navigate rapid change.🔥 IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN:✅ How to build a business that can survive decades of change✅ Why entrepreneurs need to prepare for success—not just failure✅ How Mike adapted as technology transformed the business world✅ Why finding savings can be just as important as increasing revenue✅ How ComTec helps businesses improve technology, energy, and tax efficiency✅ Why client retention is one of the most powerful growth strategies✅ How a struggling healthcare organization dramatically improved its operations✅ The importance of proving value before asking clients to trust you✅ What it takes to achieve sustained growth year after year✅ How AI is changing business efficiency and the workforce✅ Why entrepreneurs should embrace calculated risks✅ Mike's "Fail Forward" philosophy for business and lifeMike also shares a powerful lesson from his own experience: one of his biggest challenges came from being so successful that he couldn't capitalize on the opportunity.His advice?Don't just prepare for what could go wrong. Prepare for what could go right—and understand what that success will require.Whether you're a startup founder, established business owner, CEO, or entrepreneur preparing for your next stage of growth, this conversation is packed with lessons about resilience, adaptability, client success, technology, and long-term business growth.👤 GUEST INFORMATION🌐 ComTec Systems:https://ComTecSystems.net💼 Connect with Mike Vertolli on LinkedIn:Search "Mike Vertolli ComTec Systems" on LinkedInMention Glovisor when reaching out 🤝If you'd like a personal introduction or have questions about working with them, feel free to reach out to us, and we'd be happy to connect you.---🚀 Level Up Your Life & Business with Glovisor👉 Start here:https://Glovisor.com📘 Learn through our books:https://store.glovisor.com/🎓 Master the system with our guided online course🤝 Go deeper with personalized 1-on-1 coachingSubscribe to the Glovisor Podcast for conversations with founders, leaders, and experts who share the strategies, systems, and mindsets that drive business growth.⏱️ CHAPTERS00:00 Building a Business That Lasts 35+ Years00:41 Meet Mike Vertolli01:53 Taking Over the Family Business03:22 The Challenge of Success04:17 Finding Savings in a Difficult Economy05:36 Who ComTec Helps06:56 The ComTec Difference08:37 Turning a Struggling Organization Around11:02 Becoming a 10-Time Inc. 5000 Company13:34 The Future of AI & Business Efficiency15:18 The "Fail Forward" Philosophy16:28 Connect With Mike#Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth #BusinessLeadership #SmallBusiness #BusinessStrategy #Entrepreneur #Leadership #Resilience #FailForward #BusinessSuccess #AI #BusinessTechnology #ClientSuccess #Glovisor #JoeAbreu #GlovisorPodcast #ComTec

What if the things you're trying hardest to fix about yourself are actually part of what makes you uniquely valuable?In this episode of the Glovisor Podcast, Joe Abreu sits down with Jeni Yelton, leadership strategist, executive coach, speaker, and author of "Confidently Flawed: The Fatal Flaw Theory to Stop Fixing and Start Thriving."With more than 25 years of experience in leadership, training, development, and organizational transformation, Jeni challenges one of the biggest traps in personal and professional growth: the exhausting pursuit of perfection.Her message is simple:YOU'RE NOT BROKEN.You have flaws. You aren't perfect. But instead of constantly trying to eliminate everything you consider a weakness, what if you learned to understand, manage, and leverage what already makes you uniquely valuable?🔥 IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN:✅ Why perfectionism can hold leaders and entrepreneurs back✅ Why organizations shouldn't try to "fix" their employees✅ How your flaws can sometimes reveal hidden strengths✅ The three levels of purpose and why most people stop too early✅ How to identify the gifts you may be undervaluing✅ Why people resist organizational change✅ The critical role employees play in successful transformation✅ How leaders can create cultures built around purpose and values✅ Why motivation matters more than simply providing training✅ How Jeni uses the ADKAR change framework✅ Why influence—not management—can be a powerful form of leadership✅ A simple exercise for discovering one of your natural giftsJeni also shares a powerful transformation story about a professional who kept applying for leadership positions but couldn't understand why she wasn't moving forward. By identifying her gifts, purpose, and the impact she wanted to make, she discovered that her best path wasn't necessarily becoming a traditional manager—it was becoming a leader through influence.The takeaway?Stop beating yourself up trying to become someone you're not.Growth isn't about fixing a broken version of yourself. It's about understanding who you are, developing your gifts, managing what gets in your way, and using your strengths to create meaningful impact.👤 GUEST INFORMATION🌐 Jeni Yelton:https://jeniyelton.com📘 Book: Confidently Flawed"Confidently Flawed: The Fatal Flaw Theory to Stop Fixing and Start Thriving"Mention Glovisor when reaching out 🤝If you'd like a personal introduction or have questions about working with them, feel free to reach out to us, and we'd be happy to connect you.---🚀 Level Up Your Life & Business with Glovisor👉 Start here:https://Glovisor.com📘 Learn through our books:https://store.glovisor.com/🎓 Master the system with our guided online course🤝 Go deeper with personalized 1-on-1 coachingSubscribe to the Glovisor Podcast for conversations with founders, leaders, and experts who share the strategies, systems, and mindsets that drive business growth.⏱️ CHAPTERS00:00 You're Not Broken00:53 Meet Jeni Yelton02:14 Stop Trying to Fix Yourself02:46 From Corporate Training to Entrepreneurship05:11 Why Organizations Struggle With Change08:47 The Three Levels of Purpose14:26 Using ADKAR for Transformation17:42 A Leadership Transformation Story21:47 How to Identify Your Natural Gifts23:59 The Message Every Leader Needs to Hear24:55 Where to Connect With Jeni#Leadership #PersonalDevelopment #SelfImprovement #ExecutiveCoaching #Entrepreneurship #LeadershipDevelopment #Purpose #Confidence #Perfectionism #WorkplaceCulture #ChangeManagement #BusinessGrowth #EmotionalIntelligence #Glovisor #JoeAbreu #GlovisorPodcast

What if your business doesn't need MORE marketing—it needs a better foundation?In this episode of the Glovisor Podcast, Joe Abreu sits down with Taylor Wilson, founder and CEO of Creative Shizzle, to explore the difference between branding and marketing—and why getting the foundation right can change everything.Taylor built Creative Shizzle to help small businesses, startups, nonprofits, solopreneurs, and lean marketing teams fill their branding, creative, and marketing gaps without needing a massive agency or long-term contract.With 20 people across the globe, more than 50 clients, and experience working with over 300 brands, Taylor has developed a practical approach to helping businesses clarify who they are, communicate their value, and consistently show up in the marketplace.🔥 IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN:✅ Why your brand is much more than a logo or color palette✅ The difference between branding and marketing✅ Why positioning should come before design✅ How to identify and communicate your ideal customer's needs✅ Why consistent marketing builds trust over time✅ How small businesses can compete without huge marketing budgets✅ How AI is changing the marketing landscape✅ Why "give value, give value, give value, then ask" works✅ How to build a marketing foundation one step at a time✅ Why launching is better than waiting for perfection✅ How subscription-based marketing support can help lean teams✅ How Taylor helped transform a college's entire brand experienceTaylor's message for small business owners is simple:Don't let the fact that you haven't figured out your marketing stop you from starting.Take the next step. Build the foundation. Get your message into the world. Then optimize as you grow.👤 GUEST INFORMATION🌐 Creative Shizzle:https://creativeshizzle.com📧 Taylor Wilson:[email protected]💼 Connect with Taylor on LinkedIn:Search "Taylor Wilson Creative Shizzle" on LinkedIn📸 Instagram:Search @gowithtaylorMention Glovisor when reaching out 🤝If you'd like a personal introduction or have questions about working with them, feel free to reach out to us, and we'd be happy to connect you.---🚀 Level Up Your Life & Business with Glovisor👉 Start here:https://Glovisor.com📘 Learn through our books:https://store.glovisor.com/🎓 Master the system with our guided online course🤝 Go deeper with personalized 1-on-1 coachingSubscribe to the Glovisor Podcast for conversations with founders, leaders, and experts who share the strategies, systems, and mindsets that drive business growth.⏱️ CHAPTERS00:00 Your Business Doesn't Need More Marketing00:53 Meet Taylor Wilson & Creative Shizzle01:39 The Story Behind "Shizzle"02:18 Why Taylor Built Creative Shizzle03:44 What Branding Really Means06:27 Branding vs. Marketing09:17 How AI Is Changing Marketing10:39 A Real-World Branding Success Story13:51 Marketing Support for Small Businesses16:00 Why Done Is Better Than Perfect17:20 Who Should Work With Creative Shizzle?18:55 How to Connect With Taylor#Branding #Marketing #SmallBusiness #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth #MarketingStrategy #PersonalBranding #BrandStrategy #DigitalMarketing #Startup #BusinessOwner #Entrepreneur #Leadership #Glovisor #JoeAbreu #GlovisorPodcast #CreativeShizzle