William Bill-E Stitt is the founder of Billy's Bacon and the owner of a thriving restaurant that has been serving his community for over 13 years. What started as a dream written down at 18 years old at Ole Miss has grown into a USDA-certified bacon brand sold in five distribution warehouses and featured on Goldbelly nationwide. But the road was anything but easy, stolen money, a federal agency overhaul, a broken marriage, and the loss of his best friend, his father, all hit at once. In this episode, Bill-E and Jackson talk about what it really takes to keep going when everything falls apart, why writing your vision down changes everything, and how caring for others is the foundation of every great business.

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0:00 - Introduction: meet William Bill-E Stitt, founder of Billy's Bacon

1:00 - Sponsor spotlight: Dr. Shannon, Jennifer Reed, and The Water Project

4:00 - The vision: Little Billy's expansion and a bacon road show across America

7:00 - Why caring for others was instilled from day one

9:00 - The power of graduating well: how his first boss helped him find his path

11:00 - From Ruby Tuesday's to national director of to-go and catering

13:00 - Writing the plan at 18: why putting it on paper made it real

15:00 - The struggles: stolen money, ADA overhaul, broken marriage, and losing dad

20:00 - How the bacon company turned around and landed in 5 distribution warehouses

23:00 - Keeping the positive front and center no matter what hits you

25:00 - Final words: tell your story, don't hold back, and always exit positive

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Something is changing in the workplace, and many leaders haven’t fully recognized it yet.

In this episode of Vision Pros Live, host Jackson Calame sits down with Dr. Jacqueline Campbell to explore the growing importance of emotional intelligence, emotional safety, and awareness in leadership, and why these factors are becoming critical for building high-performing teams.

As organizations evolve, leaders are being challenged to go beyond strategy and execution. Today, success also depends on how well leaders understand people, navigate emotions, and create environments where individuals can perform at their best.

In this conversation, we explore:

• The shift in emotional intelligence (EQ) and why it matters more than ever

• What emotional safety really means, and how it impacts performance

• Why awareness is becoming a core leadership skill

• How leaders can build trust, alignment, and stronger teams

• What many organizations still overlook when it comes to culture and performance

• Why emotional intelligence is no longer optional for effective leadership

If you're a leader, founder, or professional navigating today’s evolving workplace, this conversation will challenge how you think about leadership and team performance.

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A massive shift is happening in the entrepreneurial world and most founders aren’t fully prepared for it.

In this episode of Vision Pros Live, host Jackson Calame sits down with Vince Perri, founder of Commercial Claims Advocate, to break down what’s driving “The Great Exit Wave” and why 63% of U.S. entrepreneurs are planning to sell their businesses right now.

But selling a business isn’t just about timing the market. It’s about avoiding costly mistakes, understanding valuation drivers, and preparing for what comes next both financially and personally.

In this conversation, we explore:

• Why 63% of entrepreneurs are planning to sell and what’s behind this shift

• The concept of the “exit window” and what happens if you miss it

• The hidden mistakes that can cost founders millions during an exit

• How AI is impacting valuations as a supercharger or a deal killer

• Why some buyers are moving faster than ever (and what that means for you)

• The often-overlooked post-exit identity crisis founders face

• How to prepare not just financially, but personally, for life after selling

If you're a founder, entrepreneur, or business owner thinking about scaling, selling, or preparing for the future, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.

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In business, your mindset can either protect you or quietly sabotage everything you’re building.

In this episode of Vision Pros Live, host Jackson Calame sits down with Danny Karon, also known as “Your Lovable Lawyer,” to break down the legal and mental mistakes that hurt entrepreneurs the most, and how many of them stem from a victim mentality.

From overlooked contracts to unnecessary communication mistakes, this conversation highlights the habits that separate resilient leaders from those who unknowingly put their business at risk.

In this episode, we explore:

• The legal and mental mistakes that hurt entrepreneurs the most

• Why adopting a victim mentality can cost you more than you realize

• What entrepreneurs get wrong about contracts and communication

• Why “say less, read more” is a powerful business strategy

• How better habits can protect your business, relationships, and reputation

If you're building a business and want to avoid costly mistakes, this episode will challenge how you think, communicate, and operate.

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Bob is a leadership strategist, co-founder of Sola, and creator of award-winning industrial training films recognized with Telly Awards, the Emmy of the corporate training world. His mission is simple: change people's lives for the better by empowering them from the inside out. In this episode, Bob and Jackson dig into why most organizations fail their teams, what real empowerment looks like at every level, and how creating a culture of trust and care is the ultimate competitive advantage, whether you lead 10 people or 300,000.

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0:00 - Introduction: the podcast industry and why credibility matters

2:00 - Sola's mission: changing lives through people investment

4:00 - The empowerment problem: why customer service keeps failing

6:00 - Fractional C-level executives and the accountability gap

8:00 - Virtual abuse: the modern slavery nobody talks about

10:00 - The Telly Awards and the Right Side of the Line training film

13:00 - Three R's of effective training: realistic, relatable, relevant

15:00 - Leadership in healthcare: are your managers really in tune?

17:00 - Final words: seek to understand your people at every level

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Nicholas Uzoni is a digital entrepreneur based in Dallas, Texas, and founder of his own multi-service agency specializing in digital marketing, data analytics, and software development, all built from scratch out of his home office starting at 4 a.m. during the pandemic. A first-generation American with deep roots in small business, Nicholas left corporate America to build something lasting for his family and his clients. In this episode, Nicholas and Jackson talk about what it really takes to make the leap, why solving problems beats selling solutions, and how building long-term relationships is the real secret to sustainable business growth.

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0:00 - Introduction: meet Nicholas Uzzoni from Dallas, Texas

1:00 - Growing up around small business and the Detroit entrepreneurial spirit

2:00 - Building a legacy: why Nicholas wants his kids to fire him one day

4:00 - The three prongs of his business: marketing, data, and software

6:00 - How a corporate job and medical debt sparked the side hustle

8:00 - His core principle: understand the problem before offering a solution

9:00 - The why: watching clients grow and being a catalyst for their success

10:00 - Final words: be brave, believe in yourself, and take the leap

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What separates good leaders from truly great ones? In this episode of Vision Pros Live, Dr. Alan Mueller, keynote speaker, TEDx speaker, and author of Leading with Emotional Intelligence, shares why curiosity is the most underrated leadership skill in the modern age, how embracing mistakes builds stronger organizations, and why we may be on the cusp of a new era: the Discernment Age. A practical, energizing conversation for anyone ready to lead with more authenticity, empathy, and impact.

📖 Book: Leading with Emotional Intelligence, https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DXV7N3LH

🌐 Website: http://www.adaptivechallengeconsulting.com

💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/muelleralan/

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adaptivechallengeconsulting/

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Timestamps:

0:00 - Introduction and welcome

0:21 - Who is Dr. Alan Mueller?

3:38 - Lessons from sports: fundamentals, failure, and learning cultures

4:46 - Why the best organizations embrace mistakes as growth opportunities

5:22 - What leaders can learn by studying sports organizations

7:06 - Curiosity: the #1 skill for advanced leaders

7:57 - From the Information Age to the Discernment Age

8:23 - The Gore-Tex model: cross-training to build curiosity across departments

9:08 - The POC formula: Pause, Open, Curious, Confident

11:32 - Fortune cookie: give yourself and others grace

11:55 - Closing thoughts

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Michael Haig is a Hollywood story consultant with over 40 years of experience working with screenwriters, filmmakers, producers, and studios. Over the last 15 years, he's taken those same principles and applied them to entrepreneurs, marketers, and public speakers, helping them craft stories that move people to action. In this episode, Michael and Jackson explore why storytelling is the most powerful tool in business, how the hero's inner journey applies to every entrepreneur, and why the question is never "how do I stop being afraid?" but "am I willing to be afraid?"

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0:00 - Introduction: meet Michael Haig, Hollywood story consultant

1:00 - From screenplays to entrepreneurs: how Michael made the shift

3:00 - The $10 million story: what one webinar taught him about his value

5:00 - Hollywood principles applied to Instagram, stages, and webinars

6:00 - Why Michael is still doing this after 40 years

8:00 - From $10 per script to building a career in Hollywood

10:00 - The hero's journey: Joseph Campbell and the 12 beats of every story

12:00 - The hero's two journeys: the external goal vs. the inner transformation

14:00 - Why coaching story feels like therapy — and why that's the point

15:00 - The most powerful question a hero can ask: am I willing to be afraid?

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Dr. Robin Buckley is a relationship coach and psychologist who takes the principles of truly successful companies and applies them to personal relationships. Her unique approach helps couples build stronger, more intentional partnerships by treating their relationship with the same strategy, communication, and proactive care that great businesses use to thrive. In this episode, Dr. Robin and Jackson explore how to recognize a partner who can evolve with you, why couples wait too long to ask for help, and how to jumpstart a relationship before it reaches a breaking point, without hitting the divorce button prematurely.

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0:00 - Introduction: meet Dr. Robin Buckley, relationship coach and psychologist

1:00 - How to recognize a partner who can evolve with you

3:00 - Pink flags: when a partner always says no to new ideas

5:00 - The business audit that could transform your relationship

6:00 - Toxic vs. virtuous, pretenders vs. contenders in love and business

7:00 - Final words: be proactive with your relationship before it reaches crisis

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What happens when the structure, mission, and brotherhood of military life suddenly disappear?

In this powerful episode of Vision Pros Live, host Jackson Calame sits down with Rich Brown, founder of Honor Bound Fitness, to explore how fitness and shared struggle can rebuild what many veterans and first responders lose when they transition into civilian life: purpose, community, and identity.

From his experience transitioning out of Marine Corps combat service into entrepreneurship and nonprofit leadership, Rich shares how the loneliness epidemic among veterans and first responders is impacting lives, and what can be done about it.

This conversation goes beyond fitness. It’s about creating communities that truly support people through shared hardship, discipline, and connection.

In this episode, we explore:

• Transitioning from military service to entrepreneurship and nonprofit leadership

• The loneliness epidemic among veterans and first responders

• Why shared hardships can either break us or build us

• How events like ruck marches and community workouts create deep connection

• How veterans can meaningfully involve civilians beyond slogans

• Why many veterans struggle after leaving structured environments

• How to recreate mission, tribe, and purpose in civilian life

If you're a leader, entrepreneur, veteran, or someone seeking deeper purpose and connection, this conversation will challenge and inspire you.

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#VisionProsLive #Leadership #Veterans #MentalHealthAwareness #Entrepreneurship #Community #Fitness #PurposeDriven #MensHealth #Resilience