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We talk about marketing, AI and real estate. But most importantly, my conversation with Lesix Agency Owner, Robert Lee, is centered on building intentional routines that create a business designed to work for you — not the other way around.

Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/QmzwUyLRBVk

Thomas Villacis is with the V Family, owners of Seven Hills Brewery in Dallas, GA. On today's show, we dive into the real talk of building a business that not only survives—but thrives. From the growing pains of entrepreneurship to the power of pivoting when the pressure's on, we explore how family keeps you grounded and how community keeps you going. It's a conversation full of grit, heart, and the kind of wisdom that only comes from living it. Plan your visit to Seven Hills Brewery: https://sevenhillsbrew.com/

Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/kww-1wQQwKY

Have you given money a job it cannot fulfill? Chris Gardner is Wealth Advisor with Arkos Global Advisors. Today, we're giving terms like "money" and "wealth" a new definition. Whether you've got $3 or $3 million, Chris shares how we can all be more generous to truly impact the world and those around us.

My guest today is John Ray, Studio Owner and Podcast Host at North Fulton Business Radio, an affiliate of Business RadioX, and author of The Generosity Mindset: A Journey to Business Success by Raising Your Confidence, Value, and Prices. That's exactly what we're diving into—how to raise your prices with confidence by truly knowing your worth and standing firmly in it.

Connect with John and learn more: https://www.johnray.co/

Watch the full show on YouTube: https://youtu.be/YYPVxe7OW9s

Ellen Belk is Founding Owner of Keep In Mind, Inc. and a trailblazer in the aged-care economy. On this episode, we talk about using your voice to make waves of change, getting your hands dirty and making a difference (where others are often scared to venture) and leaning into faith as your winning edge.

Connect with Ellen and learn more: https://keepinmindinc.com/

Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/r9wzVNYGh_I

Rebecca Strobl is Founder and President at New Day Education and Motivation and author of New Day Inspirations: A Poetry Journey. Among her many roles, she made history as the first female Fire Chief in Lake Arrowhead Volunteer and Cherokee County Georgia Fire Departments. We discuss her career journey and acquiring lifesaving and empowerment skills, but at the heart of our conversation is the reminder to stay calm (and trust Who's really in control) even when everything around you feels like it's falling apart.

Connect with Rebecca and learn more: https://newdayeducationandmotivation.com/

Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/tBl6YE1QP-g

Avery Piantedosi had a traumatic experience that could have kept her scared and hidden. Instead, she created LifeKnight so others would never have to endure the same experience she did. LifeKnight's flagship products—the LOIS AI-Enhanced Safety App and the LifeKnight API Platform—redefine emergency response through biometric health and safety detection and direction (response). In our conversation, Avery highlights how the platform works, her experience pitching at SXSW, advice for others looking to start a business and more.

Learn more about LifeKnight and connect with Avery: https://lifeknightai.com/

Watch our conversation on YouTube: https://youtu.be/asgvTB48oBc

From leading churches to making people laugh, comedian Big Rich Brock shares his journey through hard life lessons and hard-fought joy. This is the podcast that has it all, folks! Get ready to laugh and cry in this episode. Come on somebody!

Connect with Big Rich and grab tickets to his next show: bigrichbrock.com

Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-xgp76VnuRU

It falls on our shoulders to guide aspiring leaders—not by force, but by offering wisdom to those willing to listen. The next generation will shape the future, and if we don't take the time to mentor, to share our experiences, and to challenge them to think critically, then who will? Thankfully, one of the leaders I greatly admire has written a book to help us do just that! I'm excited to have returning guest, Randy Hain, back on the podcast to share about his 12th book, Practical Virtue.

Get your copy of Randy's new book, available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1737724499

Watch the full episode, available now on YouTube: https://youtu.be/--pqjN-L2ds

Viola Madej is Founder of V Consulting Services, helping small businesses make technology work for them. She moved to the U.S. in the late 90s on a tennis scholarship before starting her own business. In today's episode, we discuss her journey as a female business owner and how going all in is truly the only way to make each day count.