In this episode of The Willpower Podcast, we sit down with Jeff Hoffman, co-founder of Priceline / Booking.com, to break down what it really takes to build, scale, and lead world-class companies.

Jeff shares behind-the-scenes lessons from building Priceline into a global travel powerhouse, along with the timeless principles he’s learned about entrepreneurship, leadership, company culture, and service-driven success. We talk about how to think bigger, execute better, and build businesses that create both massive value and real impact.

Whether you’re an early-stage founder, scaling a company, or simply looking to grow as a leader, this conversation is packed with insights you can apply immediately.

In this episode, we cover:

• How Priceline scaled from startup to a multi-billion-dollar company

• What separates average entrepreneurs from elite builders

• The importance of culture, people, and execution

• Leadership lessons from decades in business and tech

• How purpose and service drive long-term success

If you’re serious about building something meaningful—and scalable—this episode is a must-listen.

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Get your copy of Rick Segal's book, The Heart of It here: https://amplifypublishinggroup.com/product/nonfiction/business-and-finance/entrepreneurship/the-heart-of-it/

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AI is moving faster than most entrepreneurs can even comprehend… and today’s conversation proves it.

In this episode of The Willpower Podcast, I’m joined by returning guest Rick Segal and special guest Dirk Liebach — an engineer born and raised in Germany who started his career programming microchips as an electrical engineer before diving into the world of advanced AI development.

Dirk is now building powerful AI bots to help scale his latest startup, DeweyLearn, and in this episode we go deep into what it actually looks like behind the scenes to develop AI agents that can drive real business growth.

We talk about the future of artificial intelligence, how AI will reshape entrepreneurship and the economy… and Dirk drops one of the wildest lines ever:

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Get your copy of Rick Segal's book, The Heart of It here: https://amplifypublishinggroup.com/product/nonfiction/business-and-finance/entrepreneurship/the-heart-of-it/

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In this episode of The Willpower Podcast, I’m joined by Tiffanie Janowitz, CEO of Limitless Society, where she helps entrepreneurs create the personal and business infrastructure needed to scale success without sacrificing their peace.

We dive deep into mindset mastery, habit architecture, and the systems required to become the kind of entrepreneur who can sustain momentum—without burnout.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re working hard but not creating real freedom, this conversation will reset your thinking and give you a framework you can actually apply.

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Get your copy of Rick Segal's book, The Heart of It here: https://amplifypublishinggroup.com/product/nonfiction/business-and-finance/entrepreneurship/the-heart-of-it/

Read Rick Segal’s blog: https://impactinvestorsegal.com/blog

In this episode of The Willpower Podcast, I sit down with Joey Jenkins, the CEO of Vooks — an ad-free, kid-safe streaming platform that turns children’s books into animated read-aloud story experiences designed to make screen time more meaningful and educational.

We talk about what it really takes to build a mission-driven company, how Vooks is helping shape early literacy through storytelling, and the leadership lessons Joey has learned while scaling a product that families and educators love.

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Get your copy of Rick Segal's book, The Heart of It here: https://amplifypublishinggroup.com/product/nonfiction/business-and-finance/entrepreneurship/the-heart-of-it/

Read Rick Segal’s blog: https://impactinvestorsegal.com/blog

In this episode of The WillPower Podcast, Will sits down with Rick Segal to unpack why so many entrepreneurs hit a plateau — and what it actually takes to break through to the next level. Drawing from years of experience working with founders and business owners, Rick shares the patterns he sees in entrepreneurs who stall versus those who continue to scale.

This conversation explores the mindset shifts, leadership changes, and long-term thinking required to move beyond hustle and build something that lasts.

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Get your copy of Rick Segal's book, The Heart of It here: https://amplifypublishinggroup.com/product/nonfiction/business-and-finance/entrepreneurship/the-heart-of-it/

📝 Read Rick Segal’s blog: https://impactinvestorsegal.com/blog/f/fathers-role

In this episode of The WillPower Podcast, Will sits down with Pater Maher, CEO of Flote, the fast-rising fintech company redefining how money moves in the modern world.

Pater is leading Flote’s bold expansion across the U.S. — building what many insiders are calling the next generation of payment processing. We dive into how Flote is simplifying the way businesses get paid, why legacy payment rails are ripe for disruption, and what the future looks like when fintech is built for entrepreneurs, creators, and high-growth companies.

You’ll hear:

• The real problems with today’s payment systems (and how Flote fixes them)

• How Pater thinks about innovation, risk, and scaling a fintech startup

• Why U.S. expansion represents the biggest opportunity in digital payments

• The mindset required to lead at the highest level in financial technology

• How entrepreneurs should prepare for massive shifts in the payments landscape

If you’re a founder, operator, or investor wanting a front-row seat to the future of money, this episode is a must-listen.

Tune in and discover how Flote is reshaping payments from the ground up — and why Pater Maher believes we’re just getting started.

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Get your copy of Rick Segal's book, The Heart of It here: https://amplifypublishinggroup.com/product/nonfiction/business-and-finance/entrepreneurship/the-heart-of-it/

📝 Read Rick Segal’s blog: https://impactinvestorsegal.com/blog/f/fathers-role

In this episode of the WillPower Podcast, Will sits down again with cohost Rick Segal to unpack one of the most underrated skills in business: the ability to read people and close deals through authentic relationship building — not pressure or tactics.

Rick breaks down:

• How elite dealmakers read emotional cues, motivations, and unspoken fears

• Why deals are rarely won on spreadsheets — they’re won in conversations

• How to identify who you’re really negotiating with (the “person behind the position”)

• The difference between trust-based influence vs. transactional persuasion

• The subtle signals that reveal if someone is serious, stalling, or hiding something

• How relational intelligence can outperform traditional negotiation strategies

• Stories from Rick’s career working with top founders, CEOs, and high-stakes deals

Whether you’re raising capital, buying real estate, selling your product, or building partnerships, this episode will change the way you approach every conversation.

Get your copy of Rick Segal's book, The Heart of It here: https://amplifypublishinggroup.com/product/nonfiction/business-and-finance/entrepreneurship/the-heart-of-it/

📝 Read Rick Segal’s blog: https://impactinvestorsegal.com/blog/f/fathers-role

In this episode of The WillPower Podcast, Will and co-host Rick Siegel dive deep into the true meaning of legacy — not just the wealth you leave behind, but the mindset, values, and systems you build along the way.

Will and Rick explore how founders can build businesses that stay in their control as they scale, avoid the traps that cause entrepreneurs to give ownership away too early, and create companies designed to outlive the founder. They share personal stories, practical frameworks, and hard-earned lessons on generational stewardship, succession, and keeping a business rooted in family and purpose.

If you’re building something meant to last, this is an episode you can’t miss.

Get your copy of Rick Segal's book, The Heart of It here: https://amplifypublishinggroup.com/product/nonfiction/business-and-finance/entrepreneurship/the-heart-of-it/

📝 Read Rick Segal’s blog: https://impactinvestorsegal.com/blog/f/fathers-role

In this episode of The WillPower Podcast, we sit down with Patrick Henry to unpack a journey that spans early engineering roles, launching and leading multiple companies, culminating in taking one public with a $1.2 billion valuation and raising over $200 million in equity financing. Patrick shares:

• How he made the leap from senior executive roles at firms like AMD and C‑Cube Microsystems to CEO of risk-heavy startups. EvoNexus

• The playbook behind his critically acclaimed book “PLAN COMMIT WIN: 90 Days to Creating a Fundable Startup” — a must-read for emerging founders.

• Honest insights into taking a company from pre-product to IPO — what he got right, what he’d change, and how growth challenges demanded both strategy and grit.

• Lessons in raising capital, managing M&A activity (over $2 billion + of transactions), and transitioning leadership as a company matures.

• The role of faith, values and resilience in his leadership journey — and how you can align your business with your higher purpose.

• Actionable tips for you — whether you’re building your first venture or scaling your empire — to plan smarter, commit boldly, and win sustainably.

  
  

  Get your copy of Rick Segal's book, The Heart of It here: https://amplifypublishinggroup.com/product/nonfiction/business-and-finance/entrepreneurship/the-heart-of-it/

  📝 Read Rick Segal’s blog: https://impactinvestorsegal.com/blog/f/fathers-role

In this episode of The WillPower Podcast, Will Holdren sits down with Albert Howard, co-founder of MiniBranch, a cutting-edge digital solutions company helping community banks and credit unions modernize through AI and automation.

Albert shares how MiniBranch is transforming traditional banking by integrating smart tools like AI-powered chatbots, digital onboarding, and personalized customer experiences. With over a decade of experience in both sales and banking, Albert offers a rare insider’s perspective on where the financial industry is headed — and how innovation and technology are reshaping the way institutions connect with customers.

Tune in to hear how AI is revolutionizing banking, what challenges smaller institutions face in the digital shift, and how entrepreneurs can ride this wave of transformation to build scalable, tech-forward businesses.

Get your copy of Rick Segal's book, The Heart of It here: https://amplifypublishinggroup.com/product/nonfiction/business-and-finance/entrepreneurship/the-heart-of-it/

📝 Read Rick Segal’s blog: https://impactinvestorsegal.com/blog/f/fathers-role