𝗜𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗜𝗥𝗦 𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗲𝘁𝗹𝘆 𝗱𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵?

Here's how to stop it. 💰

In this episode, financial advisor and TOAMS Financial founder Mario Payne breaks down the hidden ways taxes can eat away at your wealth and what to do about it.

Mario is a Dave Ramsey SmartVestor® Pro, Army veteran, and international best-selling author who’s helped countless families grow and protect their money through smart investing and personalized financial planning.

In this conversation, he shares the tax strategies most business owners overlook, how to simplify financial decisions, and why clarity is the real flex when it comes to building wealth.

Whether you're scaling your income or trying to make sure it doesn’t vanish come tax season, this one’s for you!

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https://tinyurl.com/TheRelaxInvestor 

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/toamsfinancial/

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𝗖𝗮𝗻 𝗔𝗜 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗵𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗹𝘆 𝗰𝗼𝗲𝘅𝗶𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲?

Dr. Bruno shares how empathy and tech can work together, not against each other.

In this thought-provoking conversation, we talk with Dr. Bruno Roque Cignacco—TEDx speaker, business coach, and author of The Art of Compassionate Business. 

He breaks down the real risks of becoming too data-driven and why bringing heart into leadership isn’t a soft skill, it’s a smart one.

We cover:
✅ How AI can amplify or erode human connection at work
✅ The dangers of losing empathy in leadership
✅ Practical ways to lead with compassion in an AI-supported world
✅ How to build both efficient systems and caring cultures

If you’re building a team, leading change, or working with AI, this episode is your reminder that tech should support humanity, not replace it.

👉 Grab a copy of The Art of Compassionate Business here:

https://tinyurl.com/TheArtofCompassionateBusiness

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-bruno-roque-cignacco-sfhea-0609317/

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Think creativity is only for artists? 

Nir Bashan will change your mind.

Here’s how creative thinking can solve real business problems—fast.

In this episode, we dive into how you can unlock The Creator Mindset—no paintbrush required. Whether you're building a business, launching a product, or just trying to solve messy, everyday problems, Nir’s frameworks prove that creativity isn’t fluff, it’s your most underrated business tool.

Nir Bashan is the bestselling author behind The Creator Mindset and the upcoming The Solution Mindset from Wiley. His Psychology Today articles rack up millions of views, and he’s worked with brands like Porsche, Rolex, and American Airlines. Former host of McGraw Hill’s Coffee Break—Nir Bashan is here to prove that creativity isn’t optional. It’s everything.

We’ll cover:
✅ How to think like a “creator” in your business
✅ Why logic alone won’t solve today’s challenges
✅ Creative exercises you can try today (yes, even if you think you’re not creative)
✅ The mindset shifts that unlock breakthrough ideas

Listen in and rewire how you think about problem solving. 💡

Grab a copy of The Solution Mindset here: 

👉 https://tinyurl.com/thesolutionmindset

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👉 https://www.linkedin.com/in/nirbashan/

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What if building trust mattered more than fixing behavior?

That question changed everything for Dave Jereb—a paediatric occupational therapist with 20+ years of experience and co-founder of MoveAbout Therapy Services.

In this episode, Dave shares why connection-first isn’t just a feel-good idea, it’s the foundation of real, lasting change. Whether you’re a parent, therapist, or team leader, you’ll walk away with practical ways to lead with empathy and support growth without forcing it.

We talk about:
✅ How Dave shifted from “correcting” to “connecting” in his work with kids
✅ What this mindset looks like inside his business and family
✅ Why emotional safety and deep listening create better long-term outcomes
✅ How his book Challenging the Story and MoveAbout workshops are helping reframe behaviour support

Dave’s mission is simple but powerful: support the people who support the kids. Through tools like the MoveAbout Activity Cards, live workshops, and his bestselling book, he’s helping families and professionals see children differently and more compassionately.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re forcing change instead of inspiring it, this conversation is for you.

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👉 https://tinyurl.com/ChallengingTheStory

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👉 https://linkedin.com/in/dave-jereb-039b2a4

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Want to grow your business without making cold calls?

In this episode, we’re joined by Brandon Barnum, also known as the King of Referrals—a best-selling author, award-winning entrepreneur, and referral marketing expert who has generated over $500 million in referral-based business.

Brandon is the CEO of HOA.com, a high-trust referral network for home service pros, and the author of the “Raving Referrals” book series. He’s helped more than 250,000 real estate agents and entrepreneurs build powerful networks, increase sales, and scale sustainably, all without chasing leads the old-school way.

Here’s what you’ll learn:
✅ How Brandon 10X’d his income in 18 months using referrals
✅ The #1 mistake business owners make with networking
✅ How to build referral partnerships that actually convert
✅ Why personality-based AI can change your sales game
✅ Strategies to grow without relying on cold outreach

Whether you’re a coach, consultant, or real estate professional, this conversation will change how you think about sales, trust, and growth.

Tune in and learn how to build a business that grows with you, not because you hustle harder.

Grab a copy of Raving Referrals here: 

👉 https://ravingreferrals.com/

Connect with Brandon:

👉 https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonbarnum/

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What does it really take to turn your expertise into a book that builds your brand and actually gets read?

In this episode, best-selling author and book coach Stacy Ennis shares how she used her own knowledge to write a powerful book that opened doors in her career. 

With 15+ years of publishing experience (including ghostwriting for a Nobel Prize winner), Stacy breaks down what most experts miss when trying to write a book and how to make yours stand out.

✅ What makes a book actually powerful not just published
✅ How to turn lived experience into content that connects
✅ Why most experts get stuck in the writing process
✅ The habits that helped Stacy finish and launch her book
✅ What happens when you finally hit “publish”

If you’ve ever thought, “I should write a book someday,” this conversation is your sign.

Grab a copy of the Growing Influence here:

👉 https://tinyurl.com/GrowingInfluence

Connect with Stacy here:

👉 https://www.linkedin.com/in/stacylynn/

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Some business mistakes are loud and obvious.

Others? You don’t see them until they’ve already cost you time, money, or momentum.

In this episode, brand strategist and Tropoly founder Brady Dahmer shares the hidden pitfalls most entrepreneurs overlook and how to avoid them.

With 25+ years of experience in design, storytelling, and strategy, Brady has helped startups and global brands turn blindspots into advantages. He’s also the author of Blindspots: The Marketing Handbook, a go-to guide for businesses looking to sharpen their instincts and avoid costly missteps.

✅ The silent mistakes that quietly drain your business
✅ How to spot gaps in your strategy before they become expensive
✅ Branding decisions that seem small but have a big impact
✅ How to stay focused when everything feels urgent
✅ Lessons Brady learned from growing multiple businesses

If you’re scaling a business, this episode could save you a lot of stress (and a few thousand dollars).

Grab a copy of the Bilndspots here:

👉 https://tinyurl.com/Blindspotsbook

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👉 https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradydahmer/

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Write the book that builds your brand, grows your business, and opens doors—without the overwhelm.

In this episode, we’re joined by Lucy McCarraher—author of 14 books and the UK’s most experienced business book mentor. She’s the founder of Rethink Press, Book Magic AI, and the Business Book Awards, and has helped hundreds of entrepreneurs turn their expertise into bestselling books.

We talk about how writing a book can position you as a thought leader, boost your business credibility, and open doors to new opportunities—even if you’re not a “writer.”

🎙 Highlights include:
✅ How to turn your ideas into a clear book plan
✅ Common mistakes first-time authors make
✅ How AI is changing the book-writing process
✅ When to self-publish vs. go traditional
✅ Why more women entrepreneurs need to tell their stories

If you’ve ever dreamed of becoming an author or just want your message to have a bigger reach, this conversation is for you.

👉 Grab a copy of the Book Magic here:
https://tinyurl.com/bookmagicbylucymcCarraher

👉 Connect with Lucy here:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucymccarraher/

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𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗻𝘀 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗶𝗰 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗺𝗲𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗲𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲?

Shermin Kruse calls it Stoic Empathy and it might change how you lead forever.

In this episode, author, executive coach, and TEDx producer Shermin Kruse shares insights from her upcoming book Stoic Empathy (Hay House, April 2025), a powerful guide that helps leaders navigate high-pressure decisions with clarity, calm, and connection.

From growing up in war-torn Iran to becoming a successful lawyer and coach, Sher’s story is a masterclass in resilience and human connection. She shares how her lived experiences shaped the Stoic Empathy framework and how leaders today can use it to build trust, influence others, and lead with confidence in any situation.

Whether you're a founder, team leader, or executive looking to lead with more clarity and presence, this conversation is packed with practical takeaways.

👉 Grab a copy of the Stoic Empathy: https://tinyurl.com/stoicempathy

👉 Connect with Sher here: https://bit.ly/4eBTISj

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𝗦𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝟰 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗲 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲! 🔥

We’re kicking off the first episode with the author of Scale You, Le-an!

In this episode, Le-an will take you behind the scenes of writing her book and how it’s rooted in the same thing that helped her scale her business: 𝗗𝗘𝗟𝗘𝗚𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡. 💪

Le-an will also be sharing real lessons from the early days of doing everything herself, the turning point that led her to let go, and the systems that helped her team thrive without her needing to be everywhere at once.

✅ What inspired Le-an to write the book 

✅ How delegation helped Le-an scale and get her time back 

✅ Lessons Le-an Wishes She’d Learned Sooner 

✅ The mindset shift that changed everything 

✅ How writing the book helped Le-an reflect and refine her own systems

If you’ve ever felt like your business can’t grow unless you are doing everything, this episode will show you a better way. 👀

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