The Business Owner's Journey

Full Episode Page: Arielle Lechner: Executive Coaching, Identity Shifts, and the Quest for Success

Is success a straight line or a winding quest? Host Nick Berry invites Arielle Lechner to map the inner terrain that shapes every outward result. They explore why founders who outgrow the hustle path lean on executive coaching to translate failure into data, reframe limiting beliefs, and shift identity from scrappy builder to strategic CEO. Expect lively talk on levels of creation, the superpower of deep listening, and triple loop learning that moves leaders from doing more to being more.

Find Out

• How executive coaching turns failure into actionable data
• What the inner game means for leadership mindset
• How triple loop learning speeds founder to CEO growth
• Whether identity shifts unlock business growth strategy
• Best and worst ways to use levels of creation in decisions

Links

• NewPo executive coaching
• Arielle on LinkedIn
• Arielle on X

Chapters
00:00 Curiosity, and Leadership Mindset
01:50 The Quest vs. The Path: Rethinking Success for Entrepreneurs
02:38 Shifting Mindsets through Executive Coaching
08:14 Journey to Executive Coaching and Identity Shifts
16:25 Superpower of Listening in Executive Coaching
19:05 Levels of Creation in Leadership Development
25:46 Vision, Identity, and Business Growth Strategy
34:33 Inner Game vs. Outer Game in Business Performance
41:08 Triple Loop Learning and Continuous Improvement
46:02 Transformative Coaching vs. Do Loop Coaching

Does what prospects find when they Google you or ask AI about you match what they expected? That’s the Google-Me Moment.
Authority Coded helps experts win it, so their research builds confidence in taking the next step.

Learn more: https://authoritycoded.com

New here? Meet Nick Berry: https://www.nickberry.info/about

The Business Owner's Journey podcast is where entrepreneurs, leaders, and innovators join entrepreneur Nick Berry to share stories, challenges, and strategies from their journeys as business owners.

Nick Berry is an entrepreneur and business advisor, known for creating the Business Alignment System™, The Parallel Process™, and The 5 Stages of the Business Owner’s Journey™. He offers a (free) personalized 90-Day Business Growth Roadmap telling you exactly where you are today and what specific steps to take next.

🟢 Official: NickBerry.info. tBOJ is hosted by Nick Berry, produced by Nick Berry, Kelly Berry & FCG. 
🟢 Sponsors: Redesigned.Business, Authority Coded

 Full Episode Page: Daniel Wakefield: The Accelerate Equation for Creative Entrepreneurs

From a sixty‑dollar first month to a six‑figure creative business inside a year, Daniel unpacks the frameworks that fueled his meteoric rise. Host Nick Berry digs into the Accelerate Equation, the Hype Tornado, and the mindset shifts that turn followers into superfans. Whether you sell pixels, products, or professional services, you’ll leave with a sharper compass for creative business growth.

Find Out:

• How the Accelerate blueprint turns $60 into six‑figure revenue in a year
• When to apply the Accelerate Equation for momentum that compounds
• Why a Hype Tornado sparks magnetic, referral driven marketing
• Best LinkedIn moves to convert curious followers into paying clients
• Whether coaching or creative work should scale first for growth

Links:

• Daniel Wakefield's Official Website
• Top‑Tier Headshots
• Accelerate on Amazon
• Daniel Wakefield on LinkedIn
• Top-Tier Headshots on Instagram
• Top-Tier Headshots Youtube
• Daniel Wakefield joins tBOJ Podcast
• More about entrepreneur Nick Berry

Chapters:

00:00 The Launch of “Accelerate” and Creative Business Growth
05:45 The Journey to Six‑Figure Business Success
10:17 Building Authority Through Real‑World Experience
18:14 Applying the Accelerate Equation for Business Acceleration
28:33 Creating a Hype Tornado for Magnetic Marketing
37:36 Delivering Transformational Client Experiences

Does what prospects find when they Google you or ask AI about you match what they expected? That’s the Google-Me Moment.
Authority Coded helps experts win it, so their research builds confidence in taking the next step.

Learn more: https://authoritycoded.com

New here? Meet Nick Berry: https://www.nickberry.info/about

The Business Owner's Journey podcast is where entrepreneurs, leaders, and innovators join entrepreneur Nick Berry to share stories, challenges, and strategies from their journeys as business owners.

Nick Berry is an entrepreneur and business advisor, known for creating the Business Alignment System™, The Parallel Process™, and The 5 Stages of the Business Owner’s Journey™. He offers a (free) personalized 90-Day Business Growth Roadmap telling you exactly where you are today and what specific steps to take next.

🟢 Official: NickBerry.info. tBOJ is hosted by Nick Berry, produced by Nick Berry, Kelly Berry & FCG. 
🟢 Sponsors: Redesigned.Business, Authority Coded

Full Episode Page: How to Build a Transferable Business That Runs Without You

Austin Peterson is a Comprehensive Financial Planner and Co-Founder of Backbone Planning Partners.

In this episode, he shows owners how to build a truly transferable business that can outlive you, fund your lifestyle, and still fetch a premium price when you’re ready to step back. Expect straight talk on exit timelines, Profit First cash‑flow discipline, and why an annual valuation keeps everyone honest. 

You’ll Hear:

• What truly creates transferable business value beyond owner involvement.
• When business owners should start planning their exit strategy.
• How to simplify cash flow management to eliminate financial stress.
• Whether you're making critical mistakes in valuing your business.
• Best practices to turn your profits into lasting personal wealth.

Where to Find Austin:

• Backbone Planning Partners
• Tycoons of Small Biz Podcast
• Austin on LinkedIn
• Austin on X
• The Business Owner's Journey (Medium)

Chapters:

03:32 The Importance of Succession Planning
06:08 Building a Transferable Business
09:13 Understanding Cash Flow Management
12:00 Client Engagement Process
15:08 Financial Independence vs. Retirement
18:00 Adapting to Different Business Environments
20:16 Challenges in Business Management
22:56 Valuing a Business Correctly
25:03 Accurate Business Valuations
28:40 Engagement and Exit PlanningTimeline
30:30 Defining Legacy and Future Goals
35:31 Reinvestment Strategies for Business Growth
40:47 Characteristics of Successful Business Owners

Does what prospects find when they Google you or ask AI about you match what they expected? That’s the Google-Me Moment.
Authority Coded helps experts win it, so their research builds confidence in taking the next step.

Learn more: https://authoritycoded.com

New here? Meet Nick Berry: https://www.nickberry.info/about

The Business Owner's Journey podcast is where entrepreneurs, leaders, and innovators join entrepreneur Nick Berry to share stories, challenges, and strategies from their journeys as business owners.

Nick Berry is an entrepreneur and business advisor, known for creating the Business Alignment System™, The Parallel Process™, and The 5 Stages of the Business Owner’s Journey™. He offers a (free) personalized 90-Day Business Growth Roadmap telling you exactly where you are today and what specific steps to take next.

🟢 Official: NickBerry.info. tBOJ is hosted by Nick Berry, produced by Nick Berry, Kelly Berry & FCG. 
🟢 Sponsors: Redesigned.Business, Authority Coded

Full Episode Page:  Nick Nanton: Learning to do Business to Earn the Right to Be Creative 

Nick Nanton is an entrepreneur and a 22-time Emmy Award-winning director and producer known for telling powerful human stories across entertainment, business, and personal development.

Nick shares how mastering business leadership allowed him to build a creative career on his own terms. He dives into the critical lessons he learned about designing businesses that scale, finding the right mentors, and operating inside your unique ability. You will hear stories from Nick’s work with icons like Richard Branson, Tony Robbins, and Dolly Parton, along with practical advice on overcoming the early traps that keep businesses small. Whether you are scaling a business, dreaming bigger, or simply trying to figure out the next level of your leadership, Nick’s insights will challenge and inspire you to think differently about growth and impact.

Expect to find out:

• How to recognize the difference between self-awareness and self-consciousness
• Why finding a mentor early changes the speed of your success
• How EOS and Strategic Coach can unlock real business transformation
• Why building the best team possible is the foundation for scaling
• When to be the quarterback, the coach, or the owner of your business journey

Where to Find Nick:

• Nick Nanton’s Official Website
• Astonish Entertainment
• Nick on LinkedIn
• Nick on Facebook
• The QuestionABLE Podcast
• Medium

Chapters

03:00 Nick Nanton's Entrepreneurial Journey
10:45 Mentorship in Business
16:37 The Importance of EOS and Strategic Coach
23:56 The Tensions of Entrepreneurship
26:44 Navigating Self-Awareness and ADHD
31:43 The Power of Collaboration in Creativity
36:17 Strategic Planning and Future Vision
48:01 Quarterback, Coach, or Owner

Does what prospects find when they Google you or ask AI about you match what they expected? That’s the Google-Me Moment.
Authority Coded helps experts win it, so their research builds confidence in taking the next step.

Learn more: https://authoritycoded.com

New here? Meet Nick Berry: https://www.nickberry.info/about

The Business Owner's Journey podcast is where entrepreneurs, leaders, and innovators join entrepreneur Nick Berry to share stories, challenges, and strategies from their journeys as business owners.

Nick Berry is an entrepreneur and business advisor, known for creating the Business Alignment System™, The Parallel Process™, and The 5 Stages of the Business Owner’s Journey™. He offers a (free) personalized 90-Day Business Growth Roadmap telling you exactly where you are today and what specific steps to take next.

🟢 Official: NickBerry.info. tBOJ is hosted by Nick Berry, produced by Nick Berry, Kelly Berry & FCG. 
🟢 Sponsors: Redesigned.Business, Authority Coded

Full Episode Page: Bradley Hamner: How to Go From Rainmaker to Architect of Your Business

 What if the business operating system you're building is the very thing holding you back? In this episode of The Business Owner’s Journey, Nick Berry is joined by Bradley Hamner, founder of BlueprintOS and host of the Above the Business podcast. Bradley works with business owners doing $300K to $3M in annual revenue and helps them make the critical shift from being the overworked Rainmaker to becoming the Architect of a business that runs on systems instead of stress.

Bradley shares how a health scare at age 34 pushed him to reimagine everything—leading to the creation of the BlueprintOS and a powerful new identity as a designer, not just a doer. This episode is packed with insight for entrepreneurs who feel stuck in operator mode and are ready to take real control of their growth trajectory.

Takeaways

• Know your business stage to unlock the right tools and strategy
• EOS isn't built for early-stage entrepreneurs—here’s what to use instead
• Identity shapes behavior—redefine who you are as a business owner
• Build by design, not by default, for lasting business clarity
• Systematize routine tasks and let people shine where it counts

Links

• Bradley on LinkedIn
• BlueprintOS on LinkedIn
• BlueprintOS on Facebook

Chapters

00:00 From Startup to Growth
07:07 Building a Team to go from Doer to Leader
13:06 Business as a Lego Set 
18:50 Lessons from a Cardiologist Visit
29:15 Identity Shift From Operator to Owner
38:49 Creating a Playbook 
43:58 Intentionality in Business 
52:05 The Business Owner's Roadmap to Success

Does what prospects find when they Google you or ask AI about you match what they expected? That’s the Google-Me Moment.
Authority Coded helps experts win it, so their research builds confidence in taking the next step.

Learn more: https://authoritycoded.com

New here? Meet Nick Berry: https://www.nickberry.info/about

The Business Owner's Journey podcast is where entrepreneurs, leaders, and innovators join entrepreneur Nick Berry to share stories, challenges, and strategies from their journeys as business owners.

Nick Berry is an entrepreneur and business advisor, known for creating the Business Alignment System™, The Parallel Process™, and The 5 Stages of the Business Owner’s Journey™. He offers a (free) personalized 90-Day Business Growth Roadmap telling you exactly where you are today and what specific steps to take next.

🟢 Official: NickBerry.info. tBOJ is hosted by Nick Berry, produced by Nick Berry, Kelly Berry & FCG. 
🟢 Sponsors: Redesigned.Business, Authority Coded

Full Episode Page: Nick Berry: Multiple Exits and Using Equity-for-Advisory Partnerships to Build a HoldCo

In a unique role-reversal, Interview Connections founder Jessica Rhodes steps in as guest host to interview Nick Berry—entrepreneur, advisor, and founder of Redesigned.Business—about his own business owner’s journey. Nick opens up about building and exiting multiple companies, the difference between creating a scalable asset versus owning a glorified job, and how business design can position your company for long-term success, even if you never plan to sell. He shares how bespoke partnerships shaped his best exits, what green and red flags he looks for in operating partners, and how to build with purpose and structure. If you want to shift from founder chaos to clarity, this episode delivers actionable insight, real-world experience, and those rare “aha” moments.

Takeaways

• Know the difference between exiting well and just getting out
• Avoid building a business that traps you as the operator
• Design your business like it will one day be sold
• Create triggering events to guide equity decisions
• Look for clarity, conviction, and coachability in partners

Links

• Redesigned.Business
• Nick Berry on LinkedIn
• Nick on YouTube
• Nick on Instagram

Chapters

00:00 Nick Berry's Business Owner's Journey 
05:40 Defining Successful vs. Unsuccessful Exits
08:33 Navigating Business Exits
11:04 Profit Planning
13:58 Stories of Successful Exits
16:37 The Timing of Selling a Business
19:40 Triggering Events in Business Sales
29:47 Closure in Business Decisions
31:12 Green and Red Flags in Operating Partners
33:03 Commitment and Earnestness
34:45 Run Your Business With an Investor's Mindset
36:16 Qualities of Effective Leaders
37:30 Diagnosing Business Problems
39:56 Implementing Effective Operating Cadences
42:20 Business Valuations
46:39 Coaching and Business Design Services

Does what prospects find when they Google you or ask AI about you match what they expected? That’s the Google-Me Moment.
Authority Coded helps experts win it, so their research builds confidence in taking the next step.

Learn more: https://authoritycoded.com

New here? Meet Nick Berry: https://www.nickberry.info/about

The Business Owner's Journey podcast is where entrepreneurs, leaders, and innovators join entrepreneur Nick Berry to share stories, challenges, and strategies from their journeys as business owners.

Nick Berry is an entrepreneur and business advisor, known for creating the Business Alignment System™, The Parallel Process™, and The 5 Stages of the Business Owner’s Journey™. He offers a (free) personalized 90-Day Business Growth Roadmap telling you exactly where you are today and what specific steps to take next.

🟢 Official: NickBerry.info. tBOJ is hosted by Nick Berry, produced by Nick Berry, Kelly Berry & FCG. 
🟢 Sponsors: Redesigned.Business, Authority Coded

Link to Full Episode:  Jessica Rhodes: How and Why Businesses Should Be Leveraging Podcasts to Cut Through the Noise 

In this episode of The Business Owner’s Journey, Nick Berry speaks with Jessica Rhodes, founder of Interview Connections, the world’s first podcast booking agency. Jessica has booked over 30,000 podcast interviews, helping entrepreneurs turn conversations into clients.

She reveals why podcast guesting is a game-changing strategy for business owners looking to build authority, create content, and deepen trust with potential clients. Jessica also shares how podcasting accelerates sales cycles, the power of consistent interviews, and why even seasoned speakers need practice reps to master their messaging.

Takeaways:

• Guesting on podcasts builds trust and authority faster than traditional marketing.
• Podcasting isn’t just about audience reach, it’s a content and networking goldmine.
• Repetition sharpens your messaging. Consistent reps lead to excellence.
• Make it easy for clients to find you. Long-form content warms up leads.

Where to Find Jessica:

• Jessica on LinkedIn
• Interview Connections on Instagram
• Interview Connections YouTube
• Jessica on Facebook

Chapters:

00:00 Jessica Rhodes and Interview Connections
04:01 The Evolution of Podcast Booking Services
06:53 The Value of Podcast Guesting
09:12 Building Authentic Relationships
12:24 The Importance of Consistency 
14:57 Practicing for Success 
17:57 Future Trends in Podcasting 
21:35 Building Trust 
22:48 Podcasting and Video Content
23:01 Do All Businesses Need a Podcast?
25:41 Long-Form Content
27:39 Making It Easy for Clients to Find You
31:49 Leveraging AI 
34:49 Effective Calls to Action 

Does what prospects find when they Google you or ask AI about you match what they expected? That’s the Google-Me Moment.
Authority Coded helps experts win it, so their research builds confidence in taking the next step.

Learn more: https://authoritycoded.com

New here? Meet Nick Berry: https://www.nickberry.info/about

The Business Owner's Journey podcast is where entrepreneurs, leaders, and innovators join entrepreneur Nick Berry to share stories, challenges, and strategies from their journeys as business owners.

Nick Berry is an entrepreneur and business advisor, known for creating the Business Alignment System™, The Parallel Process™, and The 5 Stages of the Business Owner’s Journey™. He offers a (free) personalized 90-Day Business Growth Roadmap telling you exactly where you are today and what specific steps to take next.

🟢 Official: NickBerry.info. tBOJ is hosted by Nick Berry, produced by Nick Berry, Kelly Berry & FCG. 
🟢 Sponsors: Redesigned.Business, Authority Coded

Full Episode Page: Chase Murdock: Growing a HoldCo and Attracting and Retaining Great Leaders

Nick Berry interviews Chase Murdock, CEO of Decada Group, on building a diversified holding company. Chase shares his approach to acquisitions, how he makes three bets on every deal, and the challenge of identifying great operators. He also discusses Durable, his new venture supporting small business owners. 

Takeaways:

🔹 Make 3 key bets—industry, business, and leadership—to drive success in acquisitions.
🔹 Holding companies need vision—accumulating businesses without strategy leads to burnout.
🔹 Great operators are essential—finding and keeping the right leaders determines long-term success.
🔹 Community matters—Durable helps small business owners grow through support and education.

Links:

• Chase Murdock’s Website
• Decada Group
• Durable
• Chase on LinkedIn
• Chase on X
• Chase's Local Legends Newsletter

Chapters:

03:28 Building Decada Group
06:29 Navigating Challenges and Opportunities
09:29 Acquisition Strategy
12:10 Industry and Leadership
15:00 Evolving Strategies: From Growth to Stability
17:38 The Three Bets: Racetrack, Horse, and Jockey
20:14 Diversifying the Portfolio
25:44 Building a Visionary Holding Company
32:56 Attracting and Retaining Top Talent
36:44 Identifying Operators
39:22 Introducing Durable
44:34 Creating Community for Small Business Owners

Does what prospects find when they Google you or ask AI about you match what they expected? That’s the Google-Me Moment.
Authority Coded helps experts win it, so their research builds confidence in taking the next step.

Learn more: https://authoritycoded.com

New here? Meet Nick Berry: https://www.nickberry.info/about

The Business Owner's Journey podcast is where entrepreneurs, leaders, and innovators join entrepreneur Nick Berry to share stories, challenges, and strategies from their journeys as business owners.

Nick Berry is an entrepreneur and business advisor, known for creating the Business Alignment System™, The Parallel Process™, and The 5 Stages of the Business Owner’s Journey™. He offers a (free) personalized 90-Day Business Growth Roadmap telling you exactly where you are today and what specific steps to take next.

🟢 Official: NickBerry.info. tBOJ is hosted by Nick Berry, produced by Nick Berry, Kelly Berry & FCG. 
🟢 Sponsors: Redesigned.Business, Authority Coded

Full Episode Page: Anne McGinty: Entrepreneurship, Financial Freedom, and How to Grow My Small Business Podcast

Summary: How do you grow a business, achieve financial freedom, and still follow your passion? Anne McGinty, host of How I Built My Small Business, shares her journey from launching multiple businesses - including two successful exits - to building a top 1% global podcast.

Anne opens up about the creative process behind her show, balancing passion with business, and why internal validation matters more than external success. Whether you're scaling your business or refining your mindset, this episode is packed with game-changing insights.

Key Takeaways from Anne McGinty’s Journey

Turn Passion into Success – Learn how Anne grew a thriving podcast without monetizing it.

Lessons from Business Exits – How selling businesses shaped her approach to entrepreneurship.

Seek Mentorship & Growth – Why reaching out to experts can fast-track your success.

Internal Validation Wins – Success isn’t about recognition—it’s about knowing you did it right.

Links:

• Anne McGinty’s Official Site  
• The How I Built My Small Business Podcast – Listen on Apple Podcasts
• Anne on LinkedIn  
• Anne on Facebook

Chapters:

00:00 About Anne McGinty
02:18 The Creative Process Behind the Podcast
05:09 Balancing Passion and Business
07:49 Methodical Approach to Podcasting
10:54 Quality Control and Guest Selection
13:32 Business Background and Lessons Learned
16:18 Financial Strategies and Early Retirement
18:47 Empathy and Knowledge Sharing
33:22 Managing Seasonal Businesses
36:23 Hiring and Team Management
38:13 Seeking Mentorship and Learning from Others
40:06 Navigating Business Growth and Pandemic Challenges
42:01 Lessons from Podcast Guests
49:42 Personal Stories and Experiences
51:11 The Role of Internal Validation in Success

Does what prospects find when they Google you or ask AI about you match what they expected? That’s the Google-Me Moment.
Authority Coded helps experts win it, so their research builds confidence in taking the next step.

Learn more: https://authoritycoded.com

New here? Meet Nick Berry: https://www.nickberry.info/about

The Business Owner's Journey podcast is where entrepreneurs, leaders, and innovators join entrepreneur Nick Berry to share stories, challenges, and strategies from their journeys as business owners.

Nick Berry is an entrepreneur and business advisor, known for creating the Business Alignment System™, The Parallel Process™, and The 5 Stages of the Business Owner’s Journey™. He offers a (free) personalized 90-Day Business Growth Roadmap telling you exactly where you are today and what specific steps to take next.

🟢 Official: NickBerry.info. tBOJ is hosted by Nick Berry, produced by Nick Berry, Kelly Berry & FCG. 
🟢 Sponsors: Redesigned.Business, Authority Coded

Full episode page: Season 2 of The Business Owner's Journey: The Need for Speed

Episode Summary:

Nick Berry kicks off Season 2 of The Business Owner’s Journey with a preview episode with a short lesson on business growth and the power of speed in entrepreneurship. Nick previews this season’s lineup of top-tier guests - entrepreneurs, experts, and business strategists - who will share game-changing lessons to help you move faster, make better decisions, and lead with confidence. 

Some of the upcoming episodes include:

• Anne McGinty, host of How I Built My Small Business
• Chase Murdock, CEO of Decada Group
• Jessica Rhodes, Founder of Interview Connections
• Joe Daniels, Founder of NicheBuilder
• and many others!

He also share how a business owner’s needs evolve over time and why mentorship, networking, and advisory boards are critical for growth. 

Takeaways:

• Your speed of learning determines success – Faster insights mean faster business growth.
• Three pillars of business support matter – Get a mentor, community, and peer board for success.
• Upcoming guests will challenge your thinking – Learn from top entrepreneurs and strategists.
• This season will help you lead better, faster – Make smarter moves with real stories & strategies.

Where to Connect with Nick:

• Nick Berry’s Website
• Nick on LinkedIn
• Nick on X
• tBOJ on Perplexity
• Nick on Instagram
• Nick on YouTube
• Nick Berry, CEO of Fitness Revolution
• Nick’s Linktree

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Season Two
02:09 The Importance of Growth and Learning as a Leader
04:02 Upcoming Guests and Their Insights

The Business Owner's Journey podcast is where entrepreneurs, leaders, and innovators join entrepreneur Nick Berry to share stories, challenges, and strategies from their journeys as business owners.

Nick Berry is an entrepreneur and business advisor, known for creating the Business Alignment System™, The Parallel Process™, and The 5 Stages of the Business Owner’s Journey™. He offers a (free) personalized 90-Day Business Growth Roadmap telling you exactly where you are today and what specific steps to take next.

🟢 Official: NickBerry.info. tBOJ is hosted by Nick Berry, produced by Nick Berry, Kelly Berry & FCG. 
🟢 Sponsors: Redesigned.Business, Authority Coded