What happens when military precision meets entrepreneurial passion? In this inspiring episode of The Proven Entrepreneur Show, host Don Williams sits down with Robert Braiman, founder of Cogent Analytics, to uncover the mindset, strategy, and soul behind one of America’s top business consulting success stories.

From his early days of service to building a nationwide firm with over 250 employees, Robert Braiman opens up about the real journey of entrepreneurship — the long nights, the leadership lessons, and the family-driven purpose that keeps founders going when the odds stack up.

Together, Don and Robert explore:

• How military discipline shaped Robert’s leadership and problem-solving mindset.
• The creation of Cogent’s “Profit Platform” — a framework that helps entrepreneurs grow profitably and sustainably.
• The toughest conversations small business owners avoid — and how facing them leads to breakthrough growth.
• The real meaning of success, risk-taking, and work-life balance for modern entrepreneurs.
• How storytelling, mentorship, and purpose-driven leadership can transform any business into a wealth-building legacy.

This isn’t another feel-good business chat. It’s a masterclass in building, leading, and scaling a purpose-driven business — one that thrives on Main Street, not just Wall Street.

If you’re an entrepreneur, creative agency founder, or small-business owner who wants to grow smarter (not just harder), this episode will reignite your why and give you actionable strategies to turn your business into a wealth creation vehicle.