<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><?xml-stylesheet href="https://feeds.captivate.fm/style.xsl" type="text/xsl"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0" xmlns:googleplay="http://www.google.com/schemas/play-podcasts/1.0" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" xmlns:podcast="https://podcastindex.org/namespace/1.0"><channel><atom:link href="https://feeds.captivate.fm/the-journey-of-business/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><title><![CDATA[The Journey of Business with Mike Wolf]]></title><podcast:guid>f3435c9f-d165-50f2-b081-75d46da2a817</podcast:guid><lastBuildDate>Fri, 29 Sep 2023 15:10:18 +0000</lastBuildDate><generator>Captivate.fm</generator><language><![CDATA[en]]></language><copyright><![CDATA[Copyright 2023 Mike Wolf]]></copyright><managingEditor>Mike Wolf</managingEditor><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Mike Wolf went from building a thriving e-commerce platform to becoming one of the youngest executives ever in the appliance & HVAC industries.  As a strategic business consultant, he has built a successful $350 million sales and marketing agency while working to strategically add value to other brands.

An entrepreneur and innovator who’s spent a lifetime of advising clients behind the scenes, building businesses through word of mouth and referrals, Mike Wolf is ready to share his strategies and journey in business with you.

Follow and subscribe to The Journey of Business as todays top business minds, CEO's and entrepreneurs sit down and detail their journey with Mike Wolf.]]></itunes:summary><image><url>https://artwork.captivate.fm/5ed2a430-b197-47a7-96bc-0bab168c2ee7/rlK3CE9VQShLDWvVFiwmn381.png</url><title>The Journey of Business with Mike Wolf</title><link><![CDATA[https://thejourneyofbusiness.com]]></link></image><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/5ed2a430-b197-47a7-96bc-0bab168c2ee7/rlK3CE9VQShLDWvVFiwmn381.png"/><itunes:owner><itunes:name>Mike Wolf</itunes:name></itunes:owner><itunes:author>Mike Wolf</itunes:author><description>Mike Wolf went from building a thriving e-commerce platform to becoming one of the youngest executives ever in the appliance &amp; HVAC industries.  As a strategic business consultant, he has built a successful $350 million sales and marketing agency while working to strategically add value to other brands.

An entrepreneur and innovator who’s spent a lifetime of advising clients behind the scenes, building businesses through word of mouth and referrals, Mike Wolf is ready to share his strategies and journey in business with you.

Follow and subscribe to The Journey of Business as todays top business minds, CEO&apos;s and entrepreneurs sit down and detail their journey with Mike Wolf.</description><link>https://thejourneyofbusiness.com</link><atom:link href="https://pubsubhubbub.appspot.com" rel="hub"/><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><itunes:category text="Business"></itunes:category><itunes:category text="Business"><itunes:category text="Careers"/></itunes:category><itunes:category text="Business"><itunes:category text="Entrepreneurship"/></itunes:category><podcast:locked>no</podcast:locked><podcast:medium>podcast</podcast:medium><item><title>Finding the Proof with Mark Stouse</title><itunes:title>Finding the Proof with Mark Stouse</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, Mike Wolf is joined by Mark Stouse, Chairman and CEO of Proof Analytics.ai to discuss marketing, AI, the real feelings in the C-Suite and so much more.</p><p>Don’t miss this great episode, and be sure to send in your questions for Mike to answer in a future one.</p><p>Find more from Mark and the team at Proof: <a href="https://www.proofanalytics.ai/about" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.proofanalytics.ai/about</a></p><p>Mark on LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/markstouse" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/markstouse</a></p><p>Show highlights:</p><p>01:20 - Mark’s journey toward being t-shaped</p><p>05:30 - Having the right people in the right roles</p><p>07:50 - The Mission behind Proof</p><p>10:30 - Starting a business with NO marketing budget</p><p>12:55 - The place for AI</p><p>23:50 - Mark’s book</p><p>30:55 - Timeline for the book release</p><p>31:40 - The real feelings of the C-Suite</p><p>36:35 - The Multiplier Power of Marketing</p><p>39:00 - How are these conversations affecting Mark’s mindset &amp; business strategies</p><p>For consulting inquiries: <a href="http://www.tradelinksales.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.tradelinksales.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, Mike Wolf is joined by Mark Stouse, Chairman and CEO of Proof Analytics.ai to discuss marketing, AI, the real feelings in the C-Suite and so much more.</p><p>Don’t miss this great episode, and be sure to send in your questions for Mike to answer in a future one.</p><p>Find more from Mark and the team at Proof: <a href="https://www.proofanalytics.ai/about" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.proofanalytics.ai/about</a></p><p>Mark on LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/markstouse" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/markstouse</a></p><p>Show highlights:</p><p>01:20 - Mark’s journey toward being t-shaped</p><p>05:30 - Having the right people in the right roles</p><p>07:50 - The Mission behind Proof</p><p>10:30 - Starting a business with NO marketing budget</p><p>12:55 - The place for AI</p><p>23:50 - Mark’s book</p><p>30:55 - Timeline for the book release</p><p>31:40 - The real feelings of the C-Suite</p><p>36:35 - The Multiplier Power of Marketing</p><p>39:00 - How are these conversations affecting Mark’s mindset &amp; business strategies</p><p>For consulting inquiries: <a href="http://www.tradelinksales.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.tradelinksales.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://thejourneyofbusiness.com/episode/finding-the-proof-with-mark-stouse]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">79f05649-db29-4f9e-9bd3-0b30b3584153</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/5ed2a430-b197-47a7-96bc-0bab168c2ee7/rlK3CE9VQShLDWvVFiwmn381.png"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wolf]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 29 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0500</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/5c0294d3-ae37-4e8b-a2b2-3c24f89dba19/JOB020.mp3" length="43277729" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>45:05</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>20</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>20</podcast:episode><itunes:author>Mike Wolf</itunes:author></item><item><title>You Control Your Destiny with Mike Wolf</title><itunes:title>You Control Your Destiny with Mike Wolf</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, Mike Wolf talks through some common small business problems and the solutions to them. Don’t miss this great episode, and be sure to send in your questions for Mike to answer in a future one.</p><p>Show highlights:</p><p>01:00 - What happens if I start a business &amp; it fails?</p><p>02:30 - Struggling with acquiring customers</p><p>04:00 - What’s your brand &amp; what does it represent?</p><p>06:20 - Lead Generation</p><p>08:00 - The Importance of the Customer Service Experience</p><p>10:25 - Hiring people that are the RIGHT people for YOUR business</p><p>12:20 - Are you giving people the opportunity to win (including yourself)?</p><p>13:45 - Financial Planning</p><p>14:20 - How do you scale the business?</p><p>15:05 - Recap</p><p>16:05 - “You control your destiny, you control your own hustle, you control your own time management”</p><p>17:45 - Follow &amp; Review the Journey of Business in Spotify &amp; Apple Podcasts</p><p>For consulting inquiries: <a href="http://www.tradelinksales.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.tradelinksales.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, Mike Wolf talks through some common small business problems and the solutions to them. Don’t miss this great episode, and be sure to send in your questions for Mike to answer in a future one.</p><p>Show highlights:</p><p>01:00 - What happens if I start a business &amp; it fails?</p><p>02:30 - Struggling with acquiring customers</p><p>04:00 - What’s your brand &amp; what does it represent?</p><p>06:20 - Lead Generation</p><p>08:00 - The Importance of the Customer Service Experience</p><p>10:25 - Hiring people that are the RIGHT people for YOUR business</p><p>12:20 - Are you giving people the opportunity to win (including yourself)?</p><p>13:45 - Financial Planning</p><p>14:20 - How do you scale the business?</p><p>15:05 - Recap</p><p>16:05 - “You control your destiny, you control your own hustle, you control your own time management”</p><p>17:45 - Follow &amp; Review the Journey of Business in Spotify &amp; Apple Podcasts</p><p>For consulting inquiries: <a href="http://www.tradelinksales.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.tradelinksales.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://thejourneyofbusiness.com/episode/you-control-your-destiny-with-mike-wolf]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">6162ccf7-0163-4c23-8fd0-9fb27ccc8961</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/5ed2a430-b197-47a7-96bc-0bab168c2ee7/rlK3CE9VQShLDWvVFiwmn381.png"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wolf]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 25 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0500</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/23be29aa-dde9-4a72-9ed8-df2259946050/JOB019.mp3" length="17997472" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>18:45</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>19</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>19</podcast:episode><itunes:author>Mike Wolf</itunes:author></item><item><title>Closing Out the Year Strong</title><itunes:title>Closing Out the Year Strong</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, Mike Wolf shares the keys to closing out this year strong, and some areas of interest as you’re laying plans for 2024. Don’t miss this great episode, and be sure to send in your questions for Mike to answer in a future one.</p><p>Show highlights:</p><p>01:00 - How to maximize your momentum going into the fourth quarter</p><p>02:30 - Plan for 2024 NOW</p><p>04:35 - Marketing Trends for 2024</p><p>08:50 - How can YOU be innovative &amp; stand out?</p><p>09:55 - E-Commerce consulting</p><p>10:55 - Health and Wellness Services</p><p>11:30 - VR/AR</p><p>12:05 - Online Learning/Remote Education</p><p>12:58 - Senior Care Services</p><p>13:28 - Smart Home Tech</p><p>13:50 - Social Media Management</p><p>For consulting inquiries: <a href="http://www.tradelinksales.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.tradelinksales.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, Mike Wolf shares the keys to closing out this year strong, and some areas of interest as you’re laying plans for 2024. Don’t miss this great episode, and be sure to send in your questions for Mike to answer in a future one.</p><p>Show highlights:</p><p>01:00 - How to maximize your momentum going into the fourth quarter</p><p>02:30 - Plan for 2024 NOW</p><p>04:35 - Marketing Trends for 2024</p><p>08:50 - How can YOU be innovative &amp; stand out?</p><p>09:55 - E-Commerce consulting</p><p>10:55 - Health and Wellness Services</p><p>11:30 - VR/AR</p><p>12:05 - Online Learning/Remote Education</p><p>12:58 - Senior Care Services</p><p>13:28 - Smart Home Tech</p><p>13:50 - Social Media Management</p><p>For consulting inquiries: <a href="http://www.tradelinksales.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.tradelinksales.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://thejourneyofbusiness.com/episode/closing-out-the-year-strong]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">eb210b0a-f3ce-4087-ae4b-42b98895ad5e</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/5ed2a430-b197-47a7-96bc-0bab168c2ee7/rlK3CE9VQShLDWvVFiwmn381.png"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wolf]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 22 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0500</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/99ea44ce-972f-41c4-8247-6b6dbfd13795/JOB018.mp3" length="15556171" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>16:12</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>18</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>18</podcast:episode><itunes:author>Mike Wolf</itunes:author></item><item><title>Your Story &amp; Who’s Telling It with Mike Wolf</title><itunes:title>Your Story &amp; Who’s Telling It with Mike Wolf</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>“All of us have a story, it’s ours to tell. But when you share yourself with others, the self confidence that arises from that will change the way you do life.”</p><p>In this episode, Mike Wolf shares some thoughts on criticism, focus and especially your own personally story, and who you’re allowing to tell it. Don’t miss this great episode, and be sure to send in your questions for Mike to answer in a future one.</p><p>Show highlights:</p><p>01:10 - What happens when you step into your own story?</p><p>02:10 - How do we turn off the outside noise?</p><p>03:00 - Can you survive the TEMPORARY pain?</p><p>04:15 - Don’t subscribe to other people’s metric systems</p><p>05:00 - Every part of who we are ultimately drives our success</p><p>05:55 - You experience the life you focus on</p><p>07:15 - “It’s easier to live the lie”</p><p>08:10 - What’s the solution?</p><p>09:30 - “Criticism is truly the cost of praise”</p><p>11:20 - “Try being consistently good instead of occasionally great”</p><p>12:30 - Criticism is made to be reverse engineered</p><p>For consulting inquiries: <a href="http://www.tradelinksales.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.tradelinksales.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>“All of us have a story, it’s ours to tell. But when you share yourself with others, the self confidence that arises from that will change the way you do life.”</p><p>In this episode, Mike Wolf shares some thoughts on criticism, focus and especially your own personally story, and who you’re allowing to tell it. Don’t miss this great episode, and be sure to send in your questions for Mike to answer in a future one.</p><p>Show highlights:</p><p>01:10 - What happens when you step into your own story?</p><p>02:10 - How do we turn off the outside noise?</p><p>03:00 - Can you survive the TEMPORARY pain?</p><p>04:15 - Don’t subscribe to other people’s metric systems</p><p>05:00 - Every part of who we are ultimately drives our success</p><p>05:55 - You experience the life you focus on</p><p>07:15 - “It’s easier to live the lie”</p><p>08:10 - What’s the solution?</p><p>09:30 - “Criticism is truly the cost of praise”</p><p>11:20 - “Try being consistently good instead of occasionally great”</p><p>12:30 - Criticism is made to be reverse engineered</p><p>For consulting inquiries: <a href="http://www.tradelinksales.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.tradelinksales.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://thejourneyofbusiness.com/episode/your-story-whos-telling-it-with-mike-wolf]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">ac5311a1-eda4-4a16-9beb-340324faa1ab</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/5ed2a430-b197-47a7-96bc-0bab168c2ee7/rlK3CE9VQShLDWvVFiwmn381.png"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wolf]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 18 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0500</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/1fea6449-ddd7-4c90-bc42-f56d251e66b5/JOB017.mp3" length="14472401" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>15:05</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>17</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>17</podcast:episode><itunes:author>Mike Wolf</itunes:author></item><item><title>Healing is Part of the Journey with Mike Wolf</title><itunes:title>Healing is Part of the Journey with Mike Wolf</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, Mike Wolf shares some insight into his own personal journey of “bouncing back”. This is the JOURNEY of business, and as Mike says, healing is part of that journey. Don’t miss this great episode, and be sure to send in your questions for Mike to answer in a future one.</p><p>Show highlights:</p><p>01:10 - The amnesia of the business owner</p><p>03:10 - You can only control what YOU can control</p><p>05:05 - Defining who you are</p><p>06:28 - “The cost is high but the reward is great.”</p><p>08:15 - “Focus on remembering who you are”</p><p>09:20 - How to get back on track</p><p>11:20 - The importance of structure</p><p>13:35 - “Healing is part of the journey”</p><p>For consulting inquiries: <a href="http://www.tradelinksales.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.tradelinksales.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, Mike Wolf shares some insight into his own personal journey of “bouncing back”. This is the JOURNEY of business, and as Mike says, healing is part of that journey. Don’t miss this great episode, and be sure to send in your questions for Mike to answer in a future one.</p><p>Show highlights:</p><p>01:10 - The amnesia of the business owner</p><p>03:10 - You can only control what YOU can control</p><p>05:05 - Defining who you are</p><p>06:28 - “The cost is high but the reward is great.”</p><p>08:15 - “Focus on remembering who you are”</p><p>09:20 - How to get back on track</p><p>11:20 - The importance of structure</p><p>13:35 - “Healing is part of the journey”</p><p>For consulting inquiries: <a href="http://www.tradelinksales.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.tradelinksales.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://thejourneyofbusiness.com/episode/healing-is-part-of-the-journey-with-mike-wolf]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">eda9c84a-c68a-4d42-8543-a2712c10368a</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/5ed2a430-b197-47a7-96bc-0bab168c2ee7/rlK3CE9VQShLDWvVFiwmn381.png"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wolf]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 15 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0500</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/39534882-668e-4ea8-891f-a3d8f8d21422/JOB0016.mp3" length="16496582" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>17:11</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>16</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>16</podcast:episode><itunes:author>Mike Wolf</itunes:author></item><item><title>Making Sure Where You Are is Where You Want to Be with Mike Wolf</title><itunes:title>Making Sure Where You Are is Where You Want to Be with Mike Wolf</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>“Some people are not equipped to handle that altitude that you’re going to.”</p><p>In this episode, Mike Wolf answers some listener questions on mindset, relationships that get “left behind” in your business journey and time spent on “getting better”. Don’t miss this great episode, and be sure to send in your questions for Mike to answer in a future one.</p><p>Show highlights:</p><p>01:20 - Creating the right mindset to start your own business</p><p>05:25 - How to handle people in your life that feel “left behind”</p><p>08:15 - How much time should I be working on my “craft”</p><p>For consulting inquiries: <a href="http://www.tradelinksales.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.tradelinksales.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>“Some people are not equipped to handle that altitude that you’re going to.”</p><p>In this episode, Mike Wolf answers some listener questions on mindset, relationships that get “left behind” in your business journey and time spent on “getting better”. Don’t miss this great episode, and be sure to send in your questions for Mike to answer in a future one.</p><p>Show highlights:</p><p>01:20 - Creating the right mindset to start your own business</p><p>05:25 - How to handle people in your life that feel “left behind”</p><p>08:15 - How much time should I be working on my “craft”</p><p>For consulting inquiries: <a href="http://www.tradelinksales.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.tradelinksales.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://thejourneyofbusiness.com/episode/making-sure-where-you-are-is-where-you-want-to-be-with-mike-wolf]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">38fdb133-4af8-4a15-a580-5d3fc2b72d71</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/5ed2a430-b197-47a7-96bc-0bab168c2ee7/rlK3CE9VQShLDWvVFiwmn381.png"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wolf]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 11 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0500</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/4e27a128-bed7-4333-9f38-73b34a803728/JOB015.mp3" length="13482672" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>14:03</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>15</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>15</podcast:episode><itunes:author>Mike Wolf</itunes:author></item><item><title>Winning Together Always Beats Winning Alone - Q &amp; A episode</title><itunes:title>Winning Together Always Beats Winning Alone - Q &amp; A episode</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>“Winning together always beats winning on your own.”</p><p>In this episode, Mike Wolf catches us up on where he’s been, where the show is going and then answers some burning questions from listeners that have been filling up his inbox. We talk about starting an e-commerce business in 2023, the ins and outs of using others platforms, starting a business with a risk averse spouse and hiring new talent for your business. Don’t miss this great episode, and be sure to send in your questions for Mike to answer in a future one.</p><p>Show highlights:</p><p>00:35 - Where Mike has been &amp; where the show is going!</p><p>02:30 - Thinking about starting an e-commerce business in 2023</p><p>05:35 - Building your OWN platforms</p><p>07:50 - Verify &amp; Test all of your logistics</p><p>09:50 - Hiring new talent for your business</p><p>11:55 - How to start a side-hustle when your spouse isn’t a risk-taker</p><p>For consulting inquiries: <a href="http://www.tradelinksales.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.tradelinksales.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>“Winning together always beats winning on your own.”</p><p>In this episode, Mike Wolf catches us up on where he’s been, where the show is going and then answers some burning questions from listeners that have been filling up his inbox. We talk about starting an e-commerce business in 2023, the ins and outs of using others platforms, starting a business with a risk averse spouse and hiring new talent for your business. Don’t miss this great episode, and be sure to send in your questions for Mike to answer in a future one.</p><p>Show highlights:</p><p>00:35 - Where Mike has been &amp; where the show is going!</p><p>02:30 - Thinking about starting an e-commerce business in 2023</p><p>05:35 - Building your OWN platforms</p><p>07:50 - Verify &amp; Test all of your logistics</p><p>09:50 - Hiring new talent for your business</p><p>11:55 - How to start a side-hustle when your spouse isn’t a risk-taker</p><p>For consulting inquiries: <a href="http://www.tradelinksales.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.tradelinksales.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://thejourneyofbusiness.com/episode/winning-together-always-beats-winning-alone-q-a-episode]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">c0317f69-8de1-4a45-aab2-3f616bb7e831</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/5ed2a430-b197-47a7-96bc-0bab168c2ee7/rlK3CE9VQShLDWvVFiwmn381.png"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wolf]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 05 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0500</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/333d9568-b480-4fdd-b983-8f6bf99f9468/JOB0013.mp3" length="15615523" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>16:16</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>14</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>14</podcast:episode><itunes:author>Mike Wolf</itunes:author></item><item><title>Always Listening Crossover Episode with Podcast Consultant Joel Sharpton</title><itunes:title>Always Listening Crossover Episode with Podcast Consultant Joel Sharpton</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>“I’M happy to pay for it, but you should be giving this away for free.”</p><p>Joel Sharpton is a podcast consultant and editor who has produced 1000’s of episodes for clients and 100’s for his own shows. He helps brands, businesses, entrepreneurs &amp; others share their message with the world through podcasting and video production.</p><p>In this episode, Joel’s podcast, Always Listening, crosses over with ours as we share some great insight into content creation, how to do it, what we’ve gained from it and why every leader should be thinking about it.</p><p>You can find Joel at JoelSharpton.com and Always Listening on all podcast platforms or at Joel’s YouTube Channel here.</p><p>We talk about Joel and Mike’s background, how to keep the creation FUN instead of becoming a job, and the ROI on failure for both Mike and Joel’s businesses.</p><p>Show highlights:</p><p>00:45 - Who is Joel Sharpton</p><p>02:30 - The limit that led to Joel’s podcasting</p><p>05:10 - How to keep Content creation FUN instead of a job</p><p>06:50 - The negative impact of parenthetical phrases</p><p>08:15 - Mike’s first 12 episodes</p><p>08:45 - The two things you wonder as a creator</p><p>10:45 - How Mike expanded his reach for guests</p><p>13:00 - Podcasting IS self talk</p><p>15:45 - Who is Mike Wolf?</p><p>18:30 - Mike’s decision to become more public facing</p><p>27:15 - Podcasting as legacy</p><p>29:30 - What is the hardest part of podcasting through your first 12 episodes</p><p>31:30 - Recording schedule</p><p>41:55 - Leveraging your reach</p><p>43:25 - Loving Being a Novice</p><p>52:30 - Mike’s ROI of Failure</p><p>1:05:00 - Joel’s ROI of Failure</p><p>1:13:45 - Sponsorship</p><p>1:17:00 - How to find Joel (or Mike)</p><p>For consulting inquiries: <a href="http://www.tradelinksales.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.tradelinksales.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>“I’M happy to pay for it, but you should be giving this away for free.”</p><p>Joel Sharpton is a podcast consultant and editor who has produced 1000’s of episodes for clients and 100’s for his own shows. He helps brands, businesses, entrepreneurs &amp; others share their message with the world through podcasting and video production.</p><p>In this episode, Joel’s podcast, Always Listening, crosses over with ours as we share some great insight into content creation, how to do it, what we’ve gained from it and why every leader should be thinking about it.</p><p>You can find Joel at JoelSharpton.com and Always Listening on all podcast platforms or at Joel’s YouTube Channel here.</p><p>We talk about Joel and Mike’s background, how to keep the creation FUN instead of becoming a job, and the ROI on failure for both Mike and Joel’s businesses.</p><p>Show highlights:</p><p>00:45 - Who is Joel Sharpton</p><p>02:30 - The limit that led to Joel’s podcasting</p><p>05:10 - How to keep Content creation FUN instead of a job</p><p>06:50 - The negative impact of parenthetical phrases</p><p>08:15 - Mike’s first 12 episodes</p><p>08:45 - The two things you wonder as a creator</p><p>10:45 - How Mike expanded his reach for guests</p><p>13:00 - Podcasting IS self talk</p><p>15:45 - Who is Mike Wolf?</p><p>18:30 - Mike’s decision to become more public facing</p><p>27:15 - Podcasting as legacy</p><p>29:30 - What is the hardest part of podcasting through your first 12 episodes</p><p>31:30 - Recording schedule</p><p>41:55 - Leveraging your reach</p><p>43:25 - Loving Being a Novice</p><p>52:30 - Mike’s ROI of Failure</p><p>1:05:00 - Joel’s ROI of Failure</p><p>1:13:45 - Sponsorship</p><p>1:17:00 - How to find Joel (or Mike)</p><p>For consulting inquiries: <a href="http://www.tradelinksales.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.tradelinksales.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://thejourneyofbusiness.com/episode/always-listening-crossover-episode-with-joel-sharpton]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">21469a1d-463c-4d9e-a06a-f4b4e2bf23a5</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/5ed2a430-b197-47a7-96bc-0bab168c2ee7/rlK3CE9VQShLDWvVFiwmn381.png"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wolf]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 28 Mar 2023 05:00:00 -0500</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/0b3ed065-63c9-4412-a244-f5ba9fcff4a0/JOB013-Edit.mp3" length="77200572" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:20:25</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>13</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>13</podcast:episode><itunes:author>Mike Wolf</itunes:author></item><item><title>Creating a Space for Prosperity with Sandy Forster</title><itunes:title>Creating a Space for Prosperity with Sandy Forster</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Sandy Forster is the money mindset mentor for women world-wide who are ready to experience more abundance, prosperity and money in their life. Sandy went from welfare to millionaire and was featured in ‘Oprah’s Aussie Secret’ and loves inspiring and empowering women to break through their blocks, attract abundance and experience time and money freedom to do the things that make their heart sing.</p><p>Her award-winning international bestseller How to Be Wildly Wealthy Fast has been translated into over 11 languages (and banned to over 1.4 billion people because it was too empowering!). She’s the host of the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wildlywealthy.com/podcast/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Wildly Wealthy Women podcast</a>&nbsp;and has transformed hundreds of thousands of women’s lives around the world.</p><p>Sandy lives in her own tropical paradise near the beach in sunny Australia, and is visited by wild kangaroos grazing on her acreage every afternoon. You can connect with her at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wildlywealthy.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.WildlyWealthy.com</a>.</p><p>We talk about Sandy’s origins, the Law of Attraction and how Neuroscience and Quantum Physics are backing it up with science. Don’t miss out on this episode with an entrepreneur with an amazing story &amp; a roadmap for success that can work for anyone.</p><p>Show highlights: </p><p>01:30 - Sandy’s origins</p><p>03:00 - The Law of Attraction</p><p>07:35 - The place for Positive Thinking</p><p>09:50 - The importance of mindset</p><p>14:25 - How Quantum Physics &amp; Neuroscience are proving old knowledge</p><p>20:45 - Money Blocks</p><p>24:15 - How do you BREAK THROUGH</p><p>30:45 - “The Secret”</p><p>36:00 - How Sandy gets entrepreneurs out of their own way</p><p>38:30 - “How to Be Wildly Wealthy Fast”</p><p>42:45 - Creating a Space for Prosperity</p><p>47:48 - Inspiration</p><p>52:08 - Wildly Wealthy Women podcast</p><p>54:00 - The ROI of Failure for Sandy</p><p>55:35 - WildlyWealthyFast.com</p><p>56:10 - WildlyWealthy.com</p><p>Sandy Forster Links:</p><p>Facebook Page:&nbsp;<a href="https://qs101.keap-link013.com/v2/click/8dc7171336004c9152ae56e6f0bb07b0/eJyNkE0LgkAQhv_LnEUzS2lvIRJidejjHJuOtGS72-6USPjf2yI8FXSd95lneOcBhJJLyitgcLXhKAQPDJZCC5SUKkm8fIdRGM-SxINGyPPCqJsG9vi2O-Sv6WQ6TkIPqNPokN1mnhb5enFY5uvCoZobd-MvTxTHSTSIstU8X0Lf_zTjRVB2d3ILjMwNX5Uq4WrR3jSOPxFpy4KgbVu_5iUelTr7pboEWy6rrqmVsYTGibjWKKvPGwrsgNW8sdg_AesOZVk=" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/Sandylforster</a></p><p>Facebook Group:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/Lawofattractionprosperitysecrets" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/Lawofattractionprosperitysecrets</a></p><p>Instagram:&nbsp;<a href="https://qs101.keap-link013.com/v2/click/ae5ddbc3fc626bf1e431fc797e28988e/eJyNkMEKgkAQht9lzpKZpbS3CBHRPESdY9GplnTddsdExHdvi4gOBV3n_-Yb_hmAUHJJSQkMrsabeuCAxkIogZLWjSRePEPfC5Zh6EAl5CXWTauADd923_ljOl_MQt8B6hVaZLddrdMkjw9ZkqcWVVzbG395_CD4EEWbVZLBOP40Yy0oulm5AUa6xUelUthatNeV5c9EyjDX7bpuIqQhftK8nhRN7Rouy746NtoQamviSqEsX39IsQd25JXB8Q5ge2YH" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/sandylforster</a></p><p>About Sandy:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wildlywealthy.com/about-sandy/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.wildlywealthy.com/about-sandy/</a></p><p>Website:&nbsp;<a href="https://qs101.keap-link013.com/v2/click/8f16dc0e76fcd9eeb916acb58d9df04f/eJyNj0ELgkAQhf_LnEUzS2lvIRJieYg6x6ITLm3rtk4tIv73tghPBV3nfe8b3gCEiivKa2Bw68JZCB4YrIQWqChtFfHqHUZhvEoSD6RQl41p7xrY8K075a_rYjlPVh5Qr9Ehh_06LfJyc9rmZeFQzY378ZcniuMkmkTZbp1vYRx_mvEqKHs4eQeMzB1fk2rhZtHRSMc3RLpjQWCt9a2QtewtcklN71ftNXACrjWq-jO_wB7YmcsOxyfT02JK" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.WildlyWealthy.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Sandy Forster is the money mindset mentor for women world-wide who are ready to experience more abundance, prosperity and money in their life. Sandy went from welfare to millionaire and was featured in ‘Oprah’s Aussie Secret’ and loves inspiring and empowering women to break through their blocks, attract abundance and experience time and money freedom to do the things that make their heart sing.</p><p>Her award-winning international bestseller How to Be Wildly Wealthy Fast has been translated into over 11 languages (and banned to over 1.4 billion people because it was too empowering!). She’s the host of the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wildlywealthy.com/podcast/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Wildly Wealthy Women podcast</a>&nbsp;and has transformed hundreds of thousands of women’s lives around the world.</p><p>Sandy lives in her own tropical paradise near the beach in sunny Australia, and is visited by wild kangaroos grazing on her acreage every afternoon. You can connect with her at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wildlywealthy.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.WildlyWealthy.com</a>.</p><p>We talk about Sandy’s origins, the Law of Attraction and how Neuroscience and Quantum Physics are backing it up with science. Don’t miss out on this episode with an entrepreneur with an amazing story &amp; a roadmap for success that can work for anyone.</p><p>Show highlights: </p><p>01:30 - Sandy’s origins</p><p>03:00 - The Law of Attraction</p><p>07:35 - The place for Positive Thinking</p><p>09:50 - The importance of mindset</p><p>14:25 - How Quantum Physics &amp; Neuroscience are proving old knowledge</p><p>20:45 - Money Blocks</p><p>24:15 - How do you BREAK THROUGH</p><p>30:45 - “The Secret”</p><p>36:00 - How Sandy gets entrepreneurs out of their own way</p><p>38:30 - “How to Be Wildly Wealthy Fast”</p><p>42:45 - Creating a Space for Prosperity</p><p>47:48 - Inspiration</p><p>52:08 - Wildly Wealthy Women podcast</p><p>54:00 - The ROI of Failure for Sandy</p><p>55:35 - WildlyWealthyFast.com</p><p>56:10 - WildlyWealthy.com</p><p>Sandy Forster Links:</p><p>Facebook Page:&nbsp;<a href="https://qs101.keap-link013.com/v2/click/8dc7171336004c9152ae56e6f0bb07b0/eJyNkE0LgkAQhv_LnEUzS2lvIRJidejjHJuOtGS72-6USPjf2yI8FXSd95lneOcBhJJLyitgcLXhKAQPDJZCC5SUKkm8fIdRGM-SxINGyPPCqJsG9vi2O-Sv6WQ6TkIPqNPokN1mnhb5enFY5uvCoZobd-MvTxTHSTSIstU8X0Lf_zTjRVB2d3ILjMwNX5Uq4WrR3jSOPxFpy4KgbVu_5iUelTr7pboEWy6rrqmVsYTGibjWKKvPGwrsgNW8sdg_AesOZVk=" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/Sandylforster</a></p><p>Facebook Group:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/Lawofattractionprosperitysecrets" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/Lawofattractionprosperitysecrets</a></p><p>Instagram:&nbsp;<a href="https://qs101.keap-link013.com/v2/click/ae5ddbc3fc626bf1e431fc797e28988e/eJyNkMEKgkAQht9lzpKZpbS3CBHRPESdY9GplnTddsdExHdvi4gOBV3n_-Yb_hmAUHJJSQkMrsabeuCAxkIogZLWjSRePEPfC5Zh6EAl5CXWTauADd923_ljOl_MQt8B6hVaZLddrdMkjw9ZkqcWVVzbG395_CD4EEWbVZLBOP40Yy0oulm5AUa6xUelUthatNeV5c9EyjDX7bpuIqQhftK8nhRN7Rouy746NtoQamviSqEsX39IsQd25JXB8Q5ge2YH" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/sandylforster</a></p><p>About Sandy:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wildlywealthy.com/about-sandy/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.wildlywealthy.com/about-sandy/</a></p><p>Website:&nbsp;<a href="https://qs101.keap-link013.com/v2/click/8f16dc0e76fcd9eeb916acb58d9df04f/eJyNj0ELgkAQhf_LnEUzS2lvIRJieYg6x6ITLm3rtk4tIv73tghPBV3nfe8b3gCEiivKa2Bw68JZCB4YrIQWqChtFfHqHUZhvEoSD6RQl41p7xrY8K075a_rYjlPVh5Qr9Ehh_06LfJyc9rmZeFQzY378ZcniuMkmkTZbp1vYRx_mvEqKHs4eQeMzB1fk2rhZtHRSMc3RLpjQWCt9a2QtewtcklN71ftNXACrjWq-jO_wB7YmcsOxyfT02JK" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.WildlyWealthy.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://thejourneyofbusiness.com/episode/creating-a-space-for-prosperity-with-sandy-forster]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d27f0425-7a87-4988-910a-b61025399f91</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/5ed2a430-b197-47a7-96bc-0bab168c2ee7/rlK3CE9VQShLDWvVFiwmn381.png"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wolf]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 21 Mar 2023 05:00:00 -0500</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/7a28ac1d-21d2-451d-8a6e-9f3b592d4983/JOB0012.mp3" length="55689456" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>58:01</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>12</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>12</podcast:episode><itunes:author>Mike Wolf</itunes:author></item><item><title>Planting Seeds &amp; Generating Leads with Hope Long</title><itunes:title>Planting Seeds &amp; Generating Leads with Hope Long</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>“Too many people think life is happening TO them instead of FOR them.”</p><p>Hope Long is your go-to lead generations specialist and marketing coach to get clients without cold DM's using authentic, genuine connection. Successfully using the power of Facebook groups and relationship-building, she helps her clients and audience attract their very own dream clients organically so they can serve, inspire and create impact.</p><p>We talk about Hope’s origins, her business and solid marketing tips for ANY entrepreneur. Don’t miss out on this episode with an entrepreneur with a great story and an even better mission.</p><p>Show highlights: </p><p>00:55 - Who is Hope Long</p><p>02:10 - How did Hope become a coach</p><p>04:00 - Being vulnerable through struggle</p><p>09:00 - What’s it like to work with Hope</p><p>13:45 - Hope’s goals as a coach</p><p>16:10 - Confident Successful Female Entrepreneurs FB group</p><p>19:50 - Solid Marketing tips</p><p>24:10 - You get what you pay for</p><p>28:30 - What’s next for Hope</p><p>29:55 - Hope’s ROI of Failure</p><p>32:30 - How do you change your mindset &amp; get out of your own way</p><p>35:11 - How to find Hope online</p><p><a href="http://hopelongcoaching.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://hopelongcoaching.com</a></p><p><a href="http://facebook.com/hopearianne" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://facebook.com/hopearianne</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/hopelongcoaching/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/hopelongcoaching/</a></p><p>For consulting inquiries: <a href="http://www.tradelinksales.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.tradelinksales.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>“Too many people think life is happening TO them instead of FOR them.”</p><p>Hope Long is your go-to lead generations specialist and marketing coach to get clients without cold DM's using authentic, genuine connection. Successfully using the power of Facebook groups and relationship-building, she helps her clients and audience attract their very own dream clients organically so they can serve, inspire and create impact.</p><p>We talk about Hope’s origins, her business and solid marketing tips for ANY entrepreneur. Don’t miss out on this episode with an entrepreneur with a great story and an even better mission.</p><p>Show highlights: </p><p>00:55 - Who is Hope Long</p><p>02:10 - How did Hope become a coach</p><p>04:00 - Being vulnerable through struggle</p><p>09:00 - What’s it like to work with Hope</p><p>13:45 - Hope’s goals as a coach</p><p>16:10 - Confident Successful Female Entrepreneurs FB group</p><p>19:50 - Solid Marketing tips</p><p>24:10 - You get what you pay for</p><p>28:30 - What’s next for Hope</p><p>29:55 - Hope’s ROI of Failure</p><p>32:30 - How do you change your mindset &amp; get out of your own way</p><p>35:11 - How to find Hope online</p><p><a href="http://hopelongcoaching.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://hopelongcoaching.com</a></p><p><a href="http://facebook.com/hopearianne" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://facebook.com/hopearianne</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/hopelongcoaching/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/hopelongcoaching/</a></p><p>For consulting inquiries: <a href="http://www.tradelinksales.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.tradelinksales.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://thejourneyofbusiness.com/episode/planting-seeds-generating-leads-with-hope-long]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">bc4ae5f9-f464-4b8c-a85c-cd9ef98b9287</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/5ed2a430-b197-47a7-96bc-0bab168c2ee7/rlK3CE9VQShLDWvVFiwmn381.png"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wolf]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 14 Mar 2023 05:00:00 -0500</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/7a0c8ee1-bb1c-45d5-bf28-ea696fe9314e/JOB011.mp3" length="35288449" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>36:46</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>11</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>11</podcast:episode><itunes:author>Mike Wolf</itunes:author></item><item><title>I’m Going To Do This Everyday Or Die Trying with Sherry Fernandez</title><itunes:title>I’m Going To Do This Everyday Or Die Trying with Sherry Fernandez</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>“It’s not really discipline if you don’t do it everyday.”</p><p>Sherry Fernandez is a motivator and educator who LOVES helping others develop their potential and succeed in life. For 30 years she has been an instructor and speaker to youth and adults on personal development topics such as goal setting, marriage, nutrition, fitness and living an elite lifestyle. A little more than a decade ago she began developing her own coaching program called Life Mastery. That program has now become a best selling book, available at the link below.</p><p>We talk about Sherry’s origins, her business and the necessity of growth for personal joy. Don’t miss out on this episode with an amazing entrepreneur.</p><p>Show highlights: </p><p>00:50 - Sherry’s entrepreneur origin</p><p>03:30 - Sherry’s book “Life Mastery”</p><p>05:25 - the 8 dimensions of wellness</p><p>08:26 - The “secret” to personal development</p><p>09:35 - what it’s like working with Sherry</p><p>10:50 - How you build BUY-IN for personal growth</p><p>13:05 - How do you apply this discipline to building a business</p><p>18:50 - It’s called PERSONAL growth</p><p>20:40 - Life Mastery Principles</p><p>23:30 - Personal non-negotiables</p><p>26:50 - Passing on Personal Growth to Your Children</p><p>31:30 - Why Growth is necessary for Joy</p><p>36:32 - How do People Find Healthy Habits &amp; Adopt them</p><p>40:30 - How has failing helped Sherry in her journey of business</p><p>45:30 - How to find more from Sherry - Sherry@lifemasteryinfo.com</p><p><a href="https://Lifemasteryinfo.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Lifemasteryinfo.com</a></p><p>For consulting inquiries: <a href="http://www.tradelinksales.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.tradelinksales.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>“It’s not really discipline if you don’t do it everyday.”</p><p>Sherry Fernandez is a motivator and educator who LOVES helping others develop their potential and succeed in life. For 30 years she has been an instructor and speaker to youth and adults on personal development topics such as goal setting, marriage, nutrition, fitness and living an elite lifestyle. A little more than a decade ago she began developing her own coaching program called Life Mastery. That program has now become a best selling book, available at the link below.</p><p>We talk about Sherry’s origins, her business and the necessity of growth for personal joy. Don’t miss out on this episode with an amazing entrepreneur.</p><p>Show highlights: </p><p>00:50 - Sherry’s entrepreneur origin</p><p>03:30 - Sherry’s book “Life Mastery”</p><p>05:25 - the 8 dimensions of wellness</p><p>08:26 - The “secret” to personal development</p><p>09:35 - what it’s like working with Sherry</p><p>10:50 - How you build BUY-IN for personal growth</p><p>13:05 - How do you apply this discipline to building a business</p><p>18:50 - It’s called PERSONAL growth</p><p>20:40 - Life Mastery Principles</p><p>23:30 - Personal non-negotiables</p><p>26:50 - Passing on Personal Growth to Your Children</p><p>31:30 - Why Growth is necessary for Joy</p><p>36:32 - How do People Find Healthy Habits &amp; Adopt them</p><p>40:30 - How has failing helped Sherry in her journey of business</p><p>45:30 - How to find more from Sherry - Sherry@lifemasteryinfo.com</p><p><a href="https://Lifemasteryinfo.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Lifemasteryinfo.com</a></p><p>For consulting inquiries: <a href="http://www.tradelinksales.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.tradelinksales.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://thejourneyofbusiness.com/episode/im-going-to-do-this-everyday-or-die-trying-with-sherry-fernandez]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d89fe60f-907f-4eb5-b2e2-88888f6481b6</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/5ed2a430-b197-47a7-96bc-0bab168c2ee7/rlK3CE9VQShLDWvVFiwmn381.png"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wolf]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 07 Mar 2023 05:00:00 -0500</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/79996a74-d0ca-4e91-8e81-aa51017cc634/JOB0010.mp3" length="46692885" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>48:38</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>10</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>10</podcast:episode><itunes:author>Mike Wolf</itunes:author></item><item><title>You Can Let it Happen TO You, Or Make it Happen FOR You with Alyson Lex</title><itunes:title>You Can Let it Happen TO You, Or Make it Happen FOR You with Alyson Lex</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>“You can either let it happen TO you, or MAKE it happen FOR you.”</p><p>Alyson Lex is a Direct Response Copywriter, which means she is an expert in SELLING whatever YOU’RE an expert in to clients and customers. She helps businesses hone their message, websites, social posts and even the content itself to maximize the calls to action, which in turn, maximizes revenue.</p><p>We talk about Alyson’s origins, her business and the importance of copywriting for ANY business. Don’t miss out on this episode with an amazing entrepreneur.</p><p>Show highlights: </p><p>00:50 - Who is Alyson Lex?</p><p>01:45 - What is copywriting and why do you need it?</p><p>05:15 - How do you teach business owners the importance of copywriting</p><p>08:04 - Podcasts as publish coaching sessions</p><p>09:10 - Creating products for clients</p><p>15:00 - What does Alyson face most in her consulting</p><p>19:20 - How failing helped Alyson</p><p>24:55 - Alyson’s Journey of Business</p><p>27:30 -&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://alysonlex.clickfunnels.com/essential" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Automating Email Followup</a></p><p>28:40 - <a href="https://AlysonLex.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">AlysonLex.com</a></p><p><a href="https://systemtothrive.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">System To Thrive Podcast</a></p><p>Smart Marketing for Coaches (Coming soon)</p><p>For consulting inquiries: <a href="http://www.tradelinksales.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.tradelinksales.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>“You can either let it happen TO you, or MAKE it happen FOR you.”</p><p>Alyson Lex is a Direct Response Copywriter, which means she is an expert in SELLING whatever YOU’RE an expert in to clients and customers. She helps businesses hone their message, websites, social posts and even the content itself to maximize the calls to action, which in turn, maximizes revenue.</p><p>We talk about Alyson’s origins, her business and the importance of copywriting for ANY business. Don’t miss out on this episode with an amazing entrepreneur.</p><p>Show highlights: </p><p>00:50 - Who is Alyson Lex?</p><p>01:45 - What is copywriting and why do you need it?</p><p>05:15 - How do you teach business owners the importance of copywriting</p><p>08:04 - Podcasts as publish coaching sessions</p><p>09:10 - Creating products for clients</p><p>15:00 - What does Alyson face most in her consulting</p><p>19:20 - How failing helped Alyson</p><p>24:55 - Alyson’s Journey of Business</p><p>27:30 -&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://alysonlex.clickfunnels.com/essential" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Automating Email Followup</a></p><p>28:40 - <a href="https://AlysonLex.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">AlysonLex.com</a></p><p><a href="https://systemtothrive.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">System To Thrive Podcast</a></p><p>Smart Marketing for Coaches (Coming soon)</p><p>For consulting inquiries: <a href="http://www.tradelinksales.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.tradelinksales.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://thejourneyofbusiness.com/episode/you-can-let-it-happen-to-you-or-make-it-happen-for-you-with-alyson-lex]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">9bade574-ffd8-49ec-bcd4-e1ecb8e21b5e</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/5ed2a430-b197-47a7-96bc-0bab168c2ee7/rlK3CE9VQShLDWvVFiwmn381.png"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wolf]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 28 Feb 2023 05:00:00 -0500</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/79696f3a-d001-4f27-b658-381bd90f7604/JOB009.mp3" length="29522283" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>30:45</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>9</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>9</podcast:episode><itunes:author>Mike Wolf</itunes:author></item><item><title>Money Making Unicorn with Nicole Cherie Hesse</title><itunes:title>Money Making Unicorn with Nicole Cherie Hesse</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>“When I made peace with failure, my entire life changed.”</p><p>Nicole Cherie Hesse is a “mouthy bartender who turned into a mouthy millionaire” and she’s setting the business world on fire as the Money Making Unicorn, helping other entrepreneurs attract their own “unicorn clients” and build the lives they dream of.</p><p>We talk about the Nicole’s origins, her Unicorn Client Attraction business, her upcoming virtual event and the education experience for young would-be entrepreneurs in the US.</p><p>Don’t miss out on this episode with an amazing entrepreneur.</p><p>Show highlights: </p><p>01:05 - The Mouthy Bartender who turned Mouthy Millionaire</p><p>01:30 - Unicorn Client Attraction</p><p>03:30 - What was the motivation to launch this 7 figure business</p><p>04:50 - Nicole’s broken glass ceiling</p><p>05:30 - Being ALL IN</p><p>07:05 - $22k in a month for first time</p><p>08:20 - Nicole’s FB group</p><p>12:20 - Self-Awareness vs Self-Sabotage</p><p>14:00 - Educating Young Entrepreneurs</p><p>18:19 - Real Unicorns Don’t Wear Pants</p><p>20:50 - Advice to achieve your full potential</p><p>23:30 - What’s next for Nicole?</p><p>28:00 - “When I made peace with failure, my entire life changed.”</p><p>29:45 - Where to find Nicole online</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/wonderwomenthrive" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">FB - Unicorn Client Attraction Secrets for High-Vibe Wonder Women</a></p><p><a href="https://realunicornsdontwearpants.com/optin1603162257088" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Real Unicorns Don’t Wear Pants Podcast</a></p><p><a href="https://Nonstopnotifications.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Nonstopnotifications.com</a></p><p>For consulting inquiries: <a href="http://www.tradelinksales.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.tradelinksales.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>“When I made peace with failure, my entire life changed.”</p><p>Nicole Cherie Hesse is a “mouthy bartender who turned into a mouthy millionaire” and she’s setting the business world on fire as the Money Making Unicorn, helping other entrepreneurs attract their own “unicorn clients” and build the lives they dream of.</p><p>We talk about the Nicole’s origins, her Unicorn Client Attraction business, her upcoming virtual event and the education experience for young would-be entrepreneurs in the US.</p><p>Don’t miss out on this episode with an amazing entrepreneur.</p><p>Show highlights: </p><p>01:05 - The Mouthy Bartender who turned Mouthy Millionaire</p><p>01:30 - Unicorn Client Attraction</p><p>03:30 - What was the motivation to launch this 7 figure business</p><p>04:50 - Nicole’s broken glass ceiling</p><p>05:30 - Being ALL IN</p><p>07:05 - $22k in a month for first time</p><p>08:20 - Nicole’s FB group</p><p>12:20 - Self-Awareness vs Self-Sabotage</p><p>14:00 - Educating Young Entrepreneurs</p><p>18:19 - Real Unicorns Don’t Wear Pants</p><p>20:50 - Advice to achieve your full potential</p><p>23:30 - What’s next for Nicole?</p><p>28:00 - “When I made peace with failure, my entire life changed.”</p><p>29:45 - Where to find Nicole online</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/wonderwomenthrive" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">FB - Unicorn Client Attraction Secrets for High-Vibe Wonder Women</a></p><p><a href="https://realunicornsdontwearpants.com/optin1603162257088" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Real Unicorns Don’t Wear Pants Podcast</a></p><p><a href="https://Nonstopnotifications.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Nonstopnotifications.com</a></p><p>For consulting inquiries: <a href="http://www.tradelinksales.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.tradelinksales.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://thejourneyofbusiness.com/episode/money-making-unicorn-with-nicole-cherie-hess]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">8ca52c82-2069-4a72-9f67-6448f5c1a093</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/5ed2a430-b197-47a7-96bc-0bab168c2ee7/rlK3CE9VQShLDWvVFiwmn381.png"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wolf]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 21 Feb 2023 05:00:00 -0500</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/c2753279-cdfb-48e0-b3b3-287285b88c6b/JOB008.mp3" length="30570523" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>31:51</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>8</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>8</podcast:episode><itunes:author>Mike Wolf</itunes:author></item><item><title>Relationship is Everything with Ashley and Bronson Schubert</title><itunes:title>Relationship is Everything with Ashley and Bronson Schubert</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Bronson Schubert is the top rated insurance agent in the country. He’d make a great guest in his own right. Ashley Schubert is a real estate dynamo, a podcaster and business boss mom to 6. SHE’D make a great guest on her own. Put this power couple together, and it’s the perfect Valentines Day episode for everyone.</p><p>We talk about the Schubert’s origins, their mission in business and at home, the various enterprises they have running at once and how they learned and grew from every failure along the way.</p><p>Don’t miss out on this episode with an amazing couple.</p><p>Show highlights: </p><p>01:20 - About the Schuberts</p><p>03:35 - How important is clarity &amp; intention in business</p><p>04:55 - What it’s like to work with the Schuberts</p><p>05:45 - Bricks &amp; Branches Realty</p><p>06:00 - Strength, Kindness, Integrity</p><p>07:30 - “Relationship is everything”</p><p>10:03 - “It’s a Good Life” with Brian Buffini</p><p>10:45 - The Vine</p><p>11:50 - The importance of adding value</p><p>14:18 - The importance of checklists</p><p>15:43 - What’s next for the Schuberts</p><p>18:15 - Where do you find your inspiration/How do you inspire others</p><p>20:00 - Parenting with a purpose</p><p>23:40 - Family Business</p><p>26:12 - The Schuberts “Why”</p><p>29:43 - How does mindset play into your businesses</p><p>31:58 - How important was failure to the Schuberts success</p><p>36:15 - Mike Todd, Transformation Church in Tulsa - “Kingdom Citizens”</p><p>39:34 - ‘No’ is a tough answer to hear</p><p>40:30 - Find the Schuberts online</p><p><a href="https://bricksandbranchesrealty.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Bricks and Branches Realty</a></p><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/business-babies-with-ashley-schubert/id1258176206" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Business and Babies Podcast</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/ashleyschubert_speaks/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@ashleyschubert_speaks</a></p><p><a href="https://bronsonismyagent.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Bronsonismyagent.com</a></p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Accidents-Will-Happen-Insurance-Make/dp/B099TVLNJL/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2YNLH7RX13K40&amp;keywords=insurance+101+Bronson+Schubert&amp;qid=1676389308&amp;sprefix=insurance+101+bronson+schubert%2Caps%2C140&amp;sr=8-1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Insurance 101</a></p><p>For consulting inquiries: <a href="http://www.tradelinksales.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.tradelinksales.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Bronson Schubert is the top rated insurance agent in the country. He’d make a great guest in his own right. Ashley Schubert is a real estate dynamo, a podcaster and business boss mom to 6. SHE’D make a great guest on her own. Put this power couple together, and it’s the perfect Valentines Day episode for everyone.</p><p>We talk about the Schubert’s origins, their mission in business and at home, the various enterprises they have running at once and how they learned and grew from every failure along the way.</p><p>Don’t miss out on this episode with an amazing couple.</p><p>Show highlights: </p><p>01:20 - About the Schuberts</p><p>03:35 - How important is clarity &amp; intention in business</p><p>04:55 - What it’s like to work with the Schuberts</p><p>05:45 - Bricks &amp; Branches Realty</p><p>06:00 - Strength, Kindness, Integrity</p><p>07:30 - “Relationship is everything”</p><p>10:03 - “It’s a Good Life” with Brian Buffini</p><p>10:45 - The Vine</p><p>11:50 - The importance of adding value</p><p>14:18 - The importance of checklists</p><p>15:43 - What’s next for the Schuberts</p><p>18:15 - Where do you find your inspiration/How do you inspire others</p><p>20:00 - Parenting with a purpose</p><p>23:40 - Family Business</p><p>26:12 - The Schuberts “Why”</p><p>29:43 - How does mindset play into your businesses</p><p>31:58 - How important was failure to the Schuberts success</p><p>36:15 - Mike Todd, Transformation Church in Tulsa - “Kingdom Citizens”</p><p>39:34 - ‘No’ is a tough answer to hear</p><p>40:30 - Find the Schuberts online</p><p><a href="https://bricksandbranchesrealty.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Bricks and Branches Realty</a></p><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/business-babies-with-ashley-schubert/id1258176206" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Business and Babies Podcast</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/ashleyschubert_speaks/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@ashleyschubert_speaks</a></p><p><a href="https://bronsonismyagent.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Bronsonismyagent.com</a></p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Accidents-Will-Happen-Insurance-Make/dp/B099TVLNJL/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2YNLH7RX13K40&amp;keywords=insurance+101+Bronson+Schubert&amp;qid=1676389308&amp;sprefix=insurance+101+bronson+schubert%2Caps%2C140&amp;sr=8-1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Insurance 101</a></p><p>For consulting inquiries: <a href="http://www.tradelinksales.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.tradelinksales.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://thejourneyofbusiness.com/episode/relationship-is-everything-with-ashley-and-bronson-schubert]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">40030116-c6a7-4b0a-be10-b9ba4fbbfd2a</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/5ed2a430-b197-47a7-96bc-0bab168c2ee7/rlK3CE9VQShLDWvVFiwmn381.png"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wolf]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 14 Feb 2023 05:00:00 -0500</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/2701a48a-a8a5-4d85-a4c1-f578f647c776/JOB007.mp3" length="41899722" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>43:39</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>7</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>7</podcast:episode><itunes:author>Mike Wolf</itunes:author></item><item><title>Bringing the Thunder to Your Business with Thunder.vc and Jason Kirby</title><itunes:title>Bringing the Thunder to Your Business with Thunder.vc and Jason Kirby</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Jason Kirby is the Managing Director and Founding Partner of Thunder.vc. He’s an expert on scaling and exits having lived it from all sides. He’s got a ton of knowledge to bring to the table, and I’m excited to share this conversation with you.</p><p>We talk about Jason’s origins, what it’s like to work with his team at Thunder.vc, how to know when your business is ready for funding and how to acquire it. Don’t miss this episode, and subscribe wherever you find podcasts.</p><p>Show highlights: </p><p>00:55 - Jason’s origin story</p><p>01:35 - What’s the process like for clients at Thunder.vc&nbsp;</p><p>03:00 - the impact of Shark Tank on the VC world</p><p>06:45 - Small Business or VC Capital target?</p><p>10:40 - When does a business consider seeking capital?</p><p>14:10 - What’s it like to scale &amp; exit</p><p>18:40 - Joining Wal-Mart</p><p>24:30 - Advice for listeners starting a business or struggling</p><p>26:30 - What failure has done for Jason</p><p>30:30 - Check out Thunder.vc</p><p>@JasonKirby</p><p><a href="https://Thunder.vc" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Thunder.vc</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonrkirby/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Jason on LinkedIn</a></p><p>For consulting inquiries: <a href="http://www.tradelinksales.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.tradelinksales.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Jason Kirby is the Managing Director and Founding Partner of Thunder.vc. He’s an expert on scaling and exits having lived it from all sides. He’s got a ton of knowledge to bring to the table, and I’m excited to share this conversation with you.</p><p>We talk about Jason’s origins, what it’s like to work with his team at Thunder.vc, how to know when your business is ready for funding and how to acquire it. Don’t miss this episode, and subscribe wherever you find podcasts.</p><p>Show highlights: </p><p>00:55 - Jason’s origin story</p><p>01:35 - What’s the process like for clients at Thunder.vc&nbsp;</p><p>03:00 - the impact of Shark Tank on the VC world</p><p>06:45 - Small Business or VC Capital target?</p><p>10:40 - When does a business consider seeking capital?</p><p>14:10 - What’s it like to scale &amp; exit</p><p>18:40 - Joining Wal-Mart</p><p>24:30 - Advice for listeners starting a business or struggling</p><p>26:30 - What failure has done for Jason</p><p>30:30 - Check out Thunder.vc</p><p>@JasonKirby</p><p><a href="https://Thunder.vc" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Thunder.vc</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonrkirby/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Jason on LinkedIn</a></p><p>For consulting inquiries: <a href="http://www.tradelinksales.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.tradelinksales.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://thejourneyofbusiness.com/episode/bringing-the-thunder-to-your-business-with-thunder-vc-and-jason-kirby]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">0c9250ba-7e69-4540-ba32-15a123c6fa8e</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/5ed2a430-b197-47a7-96bc-0bab168c2ee7/rlK3CE9VQShLDWvVFiwmn381.png"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wolf]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2023 05:00:00 -0500</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/3044a310-f97b-4c2e-a192-9aa7b1872866/JOB006.mp3" length="30703432" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>31:59</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>6</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>6</podcast:episode><itunes:author>Mike Wolf</itunes:author></item><item><title>If You’re Bored, You’re Not Doing It Right with Tammy Johnston</title><itunes:title>If You’re Bored, You’re Not Doing It Right with Tammy Johnston</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Tammy is the “hold your hand and kick your ass” business coach, with a no-nonsense approach for her clients that highlights her own love of success and desire to help others achieve their potential. I’m excited to share this conversation with you.</p><p>We talk about Tammy and her origin, how to help entrepreneurs whether they’re up or down, and the reality of the glass ceiling. Don’t miss this episode, and subscribe wherever you find podcasts.</p><p>Find Tammy here: <a href="https://KSAbusiness.ca" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">KSAbusiness.ca</a></p><p>or on Insta @ksa.business</p><p>Show highlights: </p><p>00:50 - Who is Tammy Johnston</p><p>01:40 - What’s it like to work with Tammy</p><p>03:25 - How do you help people in a down season</p><p>07:40 - When you start in business, your social circle changes</p><p>12:40 - What was it like when Tammy first decided to launch her own business</p><p>15:00 - Tammy’s message to her new clients</p><p>17:27 - How Tammy will fix the failure rate for new businesses</p><p>20:45 - Tammy’s view of the glass ceiling</p><p>26:00 - College Education in Canada</p><p>29:15 - Tammy’s Return on Investment of Failure</p><p>33:45 - Advice for someone considering starting a business/leaving a bad job</p><p>35:35 - Surround yourself with business people, fill your time with knowledge</p><p>37:40 - Ksabusiness.ca or @ksa.business</p><p>For consulting inquiries: <a href="http://www.tradelinksales.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.tradelinksales.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Tammy is the “hold your hand and kick your ass” business coach, with a no-nonsense approach for her clients that highlights her own love of success and desire to help others achieve their potential. I’m excited to share this conversation with you.</p><p>We talk about Tammy and her origin, how to help entrepreneurs whether they’re up or down, and the reality of the glass ceiling. Don’t miss this episode, and subscribe wherever you find podcasts.</p><p>Find Tammy here: <a href="https://KSAbusiness.ca" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">KSAbusiness.ca</a></p><p>or on Insta @ksa.business</p><p>Show highlights: </p><p>00:50 - Who is Tammy Johnston</p><p>01:40 - What’s it like to work with Tammy</p><p>03:25 - How do you help people in a down season</p><p>07:40 - When you start in business, your social circle changes</p><p>12:40 - What was it like when Tammy first decided to launch her own business</p><p>15:00 - Tammy’s message to her new clients</p><p>17:27 - How Tammy will fix the failure rate for new businesses</p><p>20:45 - Tammy’s view of the glass ceiling</p><p>26:00 - College Education in Canada</p><p>29:15 - Tammy’s Return on Investment of Failure</p><p>33:45 - Advice for someone considering starting a business/leaving a bad job</p><p>35:35 - Surround yourself with business people, fill your time with knowledge</p><p>37:40 - Ksabusiness.ca or @ksa.business</p><p>For consulting inquiries: <a href="http://www.tradelinksales.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.tradelinksales.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://thejourneyofbusiness.com/episode/if-youre-bored-youre-not-doing-it-right-with-tammy-johnston]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5002a69b-ffa0-4361-b851-533f7c0e577d</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/5ed2a430-b197-47a7-96bc-0bab168c2ee7/rlK3CE9VQShLDWvVFiwmn381.png"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wolf]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2023 05:00:00 -0500</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/00ee21eb-bfcd-4138-8377-6fc8e8742a84/JOB005.mp3" length="37387855" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>38:57</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>5</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>5</podcast:episode><itunes:author>Mike Wolf</itunes:author></item><item><title>Meeting Them Where They Are with Jeremiah Lane COO of The Children’s Health Foundation</title><itunes:title>Meeting Them Where They Are with Jeremiah Lane COO of The Children’s Health Foundation</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>“How do we meet them where THEY are, not necessarily where we want them?”</p><p>Jeremiah Lane, COO of The Children's Health Foundation, joins me for this episode of the Journey of Business. Jeremiah is a friend, a former business partner and an entrepreneur with a day job, and some unconventional thinking for all of us without. I’m excited to share this conversation with you.</p><p>We talk about Jeremiah and his origin, the pros and cons of early success and what he learned in the exit from his business with me! Don’t miss this episode, and subscribe wherever you find podcasts.</p><p>Find Jeremiah and The Children's Health Foundation here: <a href="https://www.chfkids.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.chfkids.com/</a></p><p>Show highlights:</p><p>00:50 - Who is Jeremiah</p><p>01:30 - What Jeremiah learned from working with Mike the first time</p><p>04:10 - The good and bad of early success</p><p>11:07 - “Don’t overpromise and underdeliver”</p><p>15:00 - What Jeremiah learned through the exit</p><p>17:58 - What Mike learned through the exit</p><p>22:10 - How Jeremiah and his team deploy storytelling</p><p>28:00 - The best laid plans</p><p>32:00 - The Children’s Health Foundation</p><p>35:49 - Jace’s story</p><p>37:55 - Mike’s daughters’ story</p><p>47:10 - How Jeremiah has benefitted from failure</p><p>55:35 - Key business advice Jeremiah uses everyday</p><p>57:25 - What Mike gets from Gary V</p><p>58:40 - CHFKids.com</p><p>For consulting inquiries: <a href="http://www.tradelinksales.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.tradelinksales.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>“How do we meet them where THEY are, not necessarily where we want them?”</p><p>Jeremiah Lane, COO of The Children's Health Foundation, joins me for this episode of the Journey of Business. Jeremiah is a friend, a former business partner and an entrepreneur with a day job, and some unconventional thinking for all of us without. I’m excited to share this conversation with you.</p><p>We talk about Jeremiah and his origin, the pros and cons of early success and what he learned in the exit from his business with me! Don’t miss this episode, and subscribe wherever you find podcasts.</p><p>Find Jeremiah and The Children's Health Foundation here: <a href="https://www.chfkids.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.chfkids.com/</a></p><p>Show highlights:</p><p>00:50 - Who is Jeremiah</p><p>01:30 - What Jeremiah learned from working with Mike the first time</p><p>04:10 - The good and bad of early success</p><p>11:07 - “Don’t overpromise and underdeliver”</p><p>15:00 - What Jeremiah learned through the exit</p><p>17:58 - What Mike learned through the exit</p><p>22:10 - How Jeremiah and his team deploy storytelling</p><p>28:00 - The best laid plans</p><p>32:00 - The Children’s Health Foundation</p><p>35:49 - Jace’s story</p><p>37:55 - Mike’s daughters’ story</p><p>47:10 - How Jeremiah has benefitted from failure</p><p>55:35 - Key business advice Jeremiah uses everyday</p><p>57:25 - What Mike gets from Gary V</p><p>58:40 - CHFKids.com</p><p>For consulting inquiries: <a href="http://www.tradelinksales.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.tradelinksales.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://thejourneyofbusiness.com/episode/meeting-them-where-they-are-with-jeremiah-lane-coo-of-the-childrens-health-foundation]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">96e1080f-1d12-47cd-bf0f-dfa823a5e95f</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/5ed2a430-b197-47a7-96bc-0bab168c2ee7/rlK3CE9VQShLDWvVFiwmn381.png"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wolf]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 24 Jan 2023 05:00:00 -0500</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/925b65d7-f17b-4b30-8604-bb2155f7f88c/JOB004-Edit.mp3" length="58576730" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:01:01</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>4</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>4</podcast:episode><itunes:author>Mike Wolf</itunes:author></item><item><title>Today Can Be Your Day One with Coach Kyle Draper</title><itunes:title>Today Can Be Your Day One with Coach Kyle Draper</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>“Your perception of me is more powerful than the truth about me.”</p><p>Kyle Draper, founder of Content Compounding and Coach for Real Estate Agents and Loan Officers, joins me for this episode of the Journey of Business. Kyle is a friend, a mentor and a successful creative entrepreneur with an inspirational message, I’m excited to share this conversation with you.</p><p>We talk about Kyle and his origin, the power of imperfection and his new Academy18 that’s helping connect heads and hearts. Don’t miss this episode, and subscribe wherever you find podcasts.</p><p><a href="Contentcompounding.io/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Contentcompounding.io/</a></p><p><a href="https://www.academy18.co/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Academy18.co</a></p><p>Find Kyle at <a href="KyleDraper.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">KyleDraper.com</a></p><p>and on social @CoachKyleDraper</p><p>Show highlights:</p><p>01:20 - Who is Kyle Draper?</p><p>03:30 - How interviewing people has influenced Kyle</p><p>04:53 - How Kyle responds to fear &amp; self doubt</p><p>07:00 - The three responses to the social media experiment</p><p>08:30 - How do you teach experts in THEIR space to try new things</p><p>11:30 - Using questions to avoid taking action</p><p>14:20 - The power of Content Compounding</p><p>17:00 - How to convince entrepreneurs of the importance of social</p><p>20:20 - Academy 18: Turning Vocation into Purpose</p><p>23:25 - Pricing for people not profit</p><p>24:15 - How audience size changes message and delivery</p><p>26:15 - The line between confidence and arrogance</p><p>28:00 - What Kyle GAINED in failing</p><p>31:20 - Advice for those who need a break TODAY</p><p>34:25 - Find Kyle at KyleDraper.com and @CoachKyleDraper</p><p><br></p><p>For consulting inquiries: <a href="http://www.tradelinksales.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.tradelinksales.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>“Your perception of me is more powerful than the truth about me.”</p><p>Kyle Draper, founder of Content Compounding and Coach for Real Estate Agents and Loan Officers, joins me for this episode of the Journey of Business. Kyle is a friend, a mentor and a successful creative entrepreneur with an inspirational message, I’m excited to share this conversation with you.</p><p>We talk about Kyle and his origin, the power of imperfection and his new Academy18 that’s helping connect heads and hearts. Don’t miss this episode, and subscribe wherever you find podcasts.</p><p><a href="Contentcompounding.io/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Contentcompounding.io/</a></p><p><a href="https://www.academy18.co/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Academy18.co</a></p><p>Find Kyle at <a href="KyleDraper.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">KyleDraper.com</a></p><p>and on social @CoachKyleDraper</p><p>Show highlights:</p><p>01:20 - Who is Kyle Draper?</p><p>03:30 - How interviewing people has influenced Kyle</p><p>04:53 - How Kyle responds to fear &amp; self doubt</p><p>07:00 - The three responses to the social media experiment</p><p>08:30 - How do you teach experts in THEIR space to try new things</p><p>11:30 - Using questions to avoid taking action</p><p>14:20 - The power of Content Compounding</p><p>17:00 - How to convince entrepreneurs of the importance of social</p><p>20:20 - Academy 18: Turning Vocation into Purpose</p><p>23:25 - Pricing for people not profit</p><p>24:15 - How audience size changes message and delivery</p><p>26:15 - The line between confidence and arrogance</p><p>28:00 - What Kyle GAINED in failing</p><p>31:20 - Advice for those who need a break TODAY</p><p>34:25 - Find Kyle at KyleDraper.com and @CoachKyleDraper</p><p><br></p><p>For consulting inquiries: <a href="http://www.tradelinksales.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.tradelinksales.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://thejourneyofbusiness.com/episode/today-can-be-your-day-one-with-coach-kyle-draper]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">6b9e942e-e845-4dcd-89d0-42e897bd92af</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/5ed2a430-b197-47a7-96bc-0bab168c2ee7/rlK3CE9VQShLDWvVFiwmn381.png"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wolf]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 17 Jan 2023 05:00:00 -0500</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/86ed07b3-7d9c-47e1-bba7-b52864211f0c/JOB003-Edit.mp3" length="34254845" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>35:41</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>3</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>3</podcast:episode><itunes:author>Mike Wolf</itunes:author></item><item><title>Elevating Together with Vernon Deas, Creator of GRPFly</title><itunes:title>Elevating Together with Vernon Deas, Creator of GRPFly</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Vernon Deas, founder of GRPFLY, joins me for this episode of the Journey of Business. A friend, a man of faith and a successful creative entrepreneur with a lot to offer each of you, I’m excited to share this conversation.</p><p>We talk about the origin of GRPFLY, the lessons learned through failure and the importance of inspiring and helping the next generation of entrepreneurs. Don’t miss this episode, and subscribe wherever you find podcasts.</p><p>Find Vernon on Instagram:</p><p>@VernGRPFLY</p><p>@GRPFLY</p><p>And online <a href="GRPFLY.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">GRPFLY.com</a></p><p><a href="GRPFLYCreative.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">GRPFLYCreative.com</a></p><p>Show highlights:</p><p>01:15 - Intro to Vernon Deas</p><p>02:58 - The launch of Group Fly</p><p>03:45 - Art was an OUT</p><p>05:00 - What was the goal behind creating GRPFly?</p><p>06:30 - Where does the name GRPFly come from?</p><p>09:40 - Obstacles to launching Vernon’s business</p><p>11:33 - Being an entrepreneur got really REAL!</p><p>15:08 - Launching into the stratosphere</p><p>17:15 - Vernon’s “oops” moment</p><p>19:23 - The bad investor</p><p>21:20 - Unpacking the lessons of failures</p><p>23:25 - How hard is it to stay on top of trends?</p><p>26:30 - Vernon’s advice for young creative entrepreneurs</p><p>29:00 - a hustle and content powered business model</p><p>32:00 - Vernon’s heart for people leads to UrbanBridge</p><p>36:00 - How important is inspiring others for Vernon?</p><p>38:30 - How has falling helped Vernon in his life?</p><p>41:00 - the timing is right for expansion</p><p>43:55 - What’s Vernon’s advice for anyone starting a business or contemplating giving up on the dream</p><p>47:40 - Find Vernon online</p><p>For consulting inquiries: <a href="http://www.tradelinksales.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.tradelinksales.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Vernon Deas, founder of GRPFLY, joins me for this episode of the Journey of Business. A friend, a man of faith and a successful creative entrepreneur with a lot to offer each of you, I’m excited to share this conversation.</p><p>We talk about the origin of GRPFLY, the lessons learned through failure and the importance of inspiring and helping the next generation of entrepreneurs. Don’t miss this episode, and subscribe wherever you find podcasts.</p><p>Find Vernon on Instagram:</p><p>@VernGRPFLY</p><p>@GRPFLY</p><p>And online <a href="GRPFLY.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">GRPFLY.com</a></p><p><a href="GRPFLYCreative.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">GRPFLYCreative.com</a></p><p>Show highlights:</p><p>01:15 - Intro to Vernon Deas</p><p>02:58 - The launch of Group Fly</p><p>03:45 - Art was an OUT</p><p>05:00 - What was the goal behind creating GRPFly?</p><p>06:30 - Where does the name GRPFly come from?</p><p>09:40 - Obstacles to launching Vernon’s business</p><p>11:33 - Being an entrepreneur got really REAL!</p><p>15:08 - Launching into the stratosphere</p><p>17:15 - Vernon’s “oops” moment</p><p>19:23 - The bad investor</p><p>21:20 - Unpacking the lessons of failures</p><p>23:25 - How hard is it to stay on top of trends?</p><p>26:30 - Vernon’s advice for young creative entrepreneurs</p><p>29:00 - a hustle and content powered business model</p><p>32:00 - Vernon’s heart for people leads to UrbanBridge</p><p>36:00 - How important is inspiring others for Vernon?</p><p>38:30 - How has falling helped Vernon in his life?</p><p>41:00 - the timing is right for expansion</p><p>43:55 - What’s Vernon’s advice for anyone starting a business or contemplating giving up on the dream</p><p>47:40 - Find Vernon online</p><p>For consulting inquiries: <a href="http://www.tradelinksales.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.tradelinksales.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://thejourneyofbusiness.com/episode/elevating-together-with-vernon-deas-creator-of-grpfly]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d0800bbb-c8aa-4d19-abf0-0e1639933eb9</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/5ed2a430-b197-47a7-96bc-0bab168c2ee7/rlK3CE9VQShLDWvVFiwmn381.png"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wolf]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 09 Jan 2023 05:00:00 -0500</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/06800805-5166-425d-b61c-d65f7346eca5/JOB002-Edit.mp3" length="48176650" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>50:11</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>2</podcast:episode><itunes:author>Mike Wolf</itunes:author></item><item><title>Who is Sitting Around My Table? with Ryan Wells from Flow Photos</title><itunes:title>Who is Sitting Around My Table? with Ryan Wells from Flow Photos</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Ryan Wells, founder of Flow Photos, joins me for my first episode of the Journey of Business. A friend, a man of faith and a successful entrepreneur with a lot to offer each of you, I’m excited to share this conversation.</p><p>We talk about his introduction to entrepreneurial ideas, the power of the go-giver mindset and how the value add can change your business. Don’t miss this episode, and subscribe wherever you find podcasts.</p><p>Find Ryan on Social by searching Ryan Wells</p><p>Find Flow Photos here: <a href="https://flowphotosokc.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://flowphotosokc.com/</a></p><p>Show Highlights:</p><p>01:15 - Ryan’s Intro to Entrepreneurship&nbsp;</p><p>04:50 - “I don’t wanna live like this!”</p><p>07:30 - the birth of Flow Photos</p><p>10:30 - The Hardest part - Getting Customers!</p><p>11:45 - The Go-Giver Mentality</p><p>19:55 - In any service business, the value add is how to build a business</p><p>23:35 - “You’ll often fall to the level of your systems.”</p><p>26:00 - Systems enable expansion! How Flow Photos is expanding</p><p>33:45 - Expanding your entrepreneurial dreams</p><p>35:55 - The power of positive content</p><p>37:00 Surrounding yourself with the right people</p><p>40:15 - ROI of Failure</p><p>43:30 - It’s hard to go alone!</p><p>45:00 - How to connect with Ryan and Flow Photos</p><p>For consulting inquiries: <a href="http://www.tradelinksales.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.tradelinksales.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Ryan Wells, founder of Flow Photos, joins me for my first episode of the Journey of Business. A friend, a man of faith and a successful entrepreneur with a lot to offer each of you, I’m excited to share this conversation.</p><p>We talk about his introduction to entrepreneurial ideas, the power of the go-giver mindset and how the value add can change your business. Don’t miss this episode, and subscribe wherever you find podcasts.</p><p>Find Ryan on Social by searching Ryan Wells</p><p>Find Flow Photos here: <a href="https://flowphotosokc.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://flowphotosokc.com/</a></p><p>Show Highlights:</p><p>01:15 - Ryan’s Intro to Entrepreneurship&nbsp;</p><p>04:50 - “I don’t wanna live like this!”</p><p>07:30 - the birth of Flow Photos</p><p>10:30 - The Hardest part - Getting Customers!</p><p>11:45 - The Go-Giver Mentality</p><p>19:55 - In any service business, the value add is how to build a business</p><p>23:35 - “You’ll often fall to the level of your systems.”</p><p>26:00 - Systems enable expansion! How Flow Photos is expanding</p><p>33:45 - Expanding your entrepreneurial dreams</p><p>35:55 - The power of positive content</p><p>37:00 Surrounding yourself with the right people</p><p>40:15 - ROI of Failure</p><p>43:30 - It’s hard to go alone!</p><p>45:00 - How to connect with Ryan and Flow Photos</p><p>For consulting inquiries: <a href="http://www.tradelinksales.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.tradelinksales.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://thejourneyofbusiness.com/episode/who-is-sitting-around-my-table-with-ryan-wells-from-flow-photos]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5fd5e2b5-2bb3-4609-bce9-ee2bd4f9c3fa</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/5ed2a430-b197-47a7-96bc-0bab168c2ee7/rlK3CE9VQShLDWvVFiwmn381.png"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wolf]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 02 Jan 2023 05:00:00 -0500</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/fce4b5f0-a41a-4cc9-bdbb-d258f7f03aae/JOB001-Edit.mp3" length="44814166" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>46:41</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>1</podcast:episode><itunes:author>Mike Wolf</itunes:author></item><item><title>The Journey of Business with Mike Wolf</title><itunes:title>The Journey of Business with Mike Wolf</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Subscribe to get every episode of the show as Mike Wolf brings you discussions with top performers across industries. Join us on the Journey of Business. Coming soon to your favorite podcast app.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Subscribe to get every episode of the show as Mike Wolf brings you discussions with top performers across industries. Join us on the Journey of Business. Coming soon to your favorite podcast app.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://thejourneyofbusiness.com/episode/the-journey-of-business-with-mike-wolf]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">218c0b76-b6f8-4919-9686-f1394c2259d5</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/5ed2a430-b197-47a7-96bc-0bab168c2ee7/rlK3CE9VQShLDWvVFiwmn381.png"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wolf]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 02 Dec 2022 05:00:00 -0500</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/42fa0871-b7e1-4a5b-9741-2283eaecb6aa/MikeWolf-JOB-Trailer02B.mp3" length="1144559" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:12</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>trailer</itunes:episodeType><itunes:author>Mike Wolf</itunes:author></item></channel></rss>