Intentional Disruption

Today I speak with two brothers I have known for over 25 years. Eric and Evan Matthews were former teammates and classmates who have persevered through significant adversity to be in the position to serve others in their chosen fields.  We discuss the path to overcoming early childhood trauma, putting in the work to achieve success, intentional parenting and how to accomplish growth in business while being present for your family.  Some of the content also relates to the currently wrapping Hollywood strike so I wanted to make sure I pushed this out prior to the launch of the new interview series.  This video is also available on Youtube: Eric is the owner of EDM Capital ( and manages assets for a very discerning client base. You can find Eric on Instagram and learn more here: Evan is an award winning filmmaker, director and consultant.  Evan is on Instagram you can also learn more about Evan here: You can connect with Mike here:

Today's episode discussed how many ways there are to fund a business and some of the pitfalls I have noticed in the funding process.    I will also share some insights as I continue preparing for my collaboration with the University of Connecticut in August.  Please help the show by leaving a rating.  For additional information please connect with me here:

Today I am discussing the mindset behind my prep to be a presenter, panelist and judge for the University of Connecticut's Entrepreneural Bootcamp for Veterans.  My discussions with the attendees will relate to acquisition of businesses instead of going the start-up route.  Hopefully this episode gives you some good insights for your own ventures.  To connect with Mike and to schedule you can use the following:

In this episode of my podcast, the Intentional Disruption Podcast, I delve into the overwhelming feeling of having too much on my plate. I discuss the symptoms and common causes of this issue, emphasizing the importance of identifying the problem and being open to fixing it. I share a recent real-world example of a client who struggles with delegation and decision-making. Throughout the episode, I stress the significance of efficient processes and systems in business, highlighting the need for accurate documentation and up-to-date filings. I also address the challenges of dealing with stress and friction in business, drawing from personal experiences. I offer insights on setting expectations and overcoming adversity based on my own journey. To wrap up, I provide free resources on my website that listeners can access to enhance their own business processes.

In this episode of the Intentional Disruption Podcast, I want to share with you a workshop that had a significant impact on me and can also benefit your business and personal circle. I recently reflected on my mentor, Ryan Niddel, and the exercise I went through to identify the people who would make my business better. I encourage you to think about the individuals you admire and respect, and the qualities they bring to the table. By identifying these key traits, you can create your own power list of attributes that empower you in your business. Let me share my own power list attributes with you and emphasize the importance of aligning your core values with your business practices. Thank you for subscribing and listening! If you would like to connect you can follow Mike here: You can book a call with Mike and access his free resources here:

In this episode of the Intentional Disruption Podcast, hosted by Mike Demo, he shares a story about the significant financial losses that can occur in a business due to easily fixable issues. Mike discusses two clients who have lost eight figures each in funding opportunities and millions of dollars in revenue. He highlights the importance of accountability and taking responsibility for one's actions or inactions. Mike also emphasizes the need for businesses to identify and address the core issues that hinder their growth. He offers his expertise in securing expansion capital and provides insights into leveraging resources for business success. Mike encourages listeners to reach out for assistance in resolving business challenges and promises to deliver impactful results.  To connect with Mike you can schedule time on his website You can also reach Mike on social media:

The Intentional Disruption Podcast, hosted by Mike Demo, explores a wide range of topics with a focus on personal growth, marketing strategies, and business insights.  In this episode, Mike discusses the lessons he learned from the book "The Choice Factory" by Richardson. He emphasizes the importance of understanding human behavior and leveraging the primitive brain to influence decision-making. Mike shares his unorthodox approach to marketing, highlighting the power of authenticity and imperfections in connecting with audiences. He also reflects on his own fallibility and the importance of understanding the psychology of the people he works with.   Connect with Mike here:

In another no frills episode Mike shares the key shifts made inside his clients businesses to generate $40m in sales this year.  In many organizations the simple and effective thing we do well becomes boring and we feel the need to innovate away. Mike's clients had some of this but also a few structural opportunites to increase efficiency and specificity in their outreach.  Take a listen to gather top tips that Mike has used to help his clients generate over $500m in sales.  As always you can reach out here:

Today I want to discuss the critical relationship between the visionary (owner) and implementer inside of businesses. I will give real world examples from the week inside my consultancy and share why it is critical to have a good working relationship between these two roles.  Having a good implementer can drive your profit margin, overall profits and give you back quality of life as you step out from the day to day of your business.    You can connect with me here: https://www.growwithdelta.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-demo/ https://www.facebook.com/mike.demo/

Today is a day of reflection, gratitude and rededication. There are many who say this weekend should be a somber day.  I understand the feeling. So many do not understand the sacrifice of those who have served. Many take advantage of liberties not available in places we have fought.  Many in America are on a campaign to feel oppressed, to grade themselves on the number of intersections they can connect to that. I have struggled with these facts for many years. I have given keynote speeches at UCONN, Prudential and a few other places on the topic.  At the end of the day it is about gratitude for the time and space we shared with these heroes. It is about making sure their sacrifices were not in vain.  Hope you enjoy the episode today.