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The VPThe VPEpisode 19: Brandon Barnum-Referral Marketing, Scaling Smart, Relationship CapitalIn Episode 19 of The VP, we sit down with Brandon Barnum — dubbed the “King of Referrals” — to explore the power of relationship-driven growth. A veteran business strategist and CEO of HOA.com, Brandon shares how he 10X’d his income, built referral networks with over 5 million members, and helped 250K+ real estate pros expand their businesses.In this episode, you’ll learn:• How to start using referral marketing to grow your business• Why personality-based selling changes the game• Common referral mistakes and how to avoid them• The mindset shift veteran entrepreneur...2025-04-1341 minThe VPThe VPEpisode 18: Carolina Zuleta - Mindset Mastery, Sales Confidence, Avoiding BurnoutIn this episode of The VP Podcast, we sit down with Carolina Zuleta, an Executive Coach who helps visionary entrepreneurs master their mindset, build high-performing teams, and scale their businesses. With an MBA from the University of Chicago and a background in Wall Street, Carolina shares insights on overcoming self-doubt, selling with confidence, and avoiding burnout while scaling a business.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:✅ The mindset shifts needed to overcome self-doubt and build a thriving business.✅ How to sell with confidence—even if you’re not a natural salesperson.✅ The ke...2025-04-0742 minThe VPThe VPThe VP-Episode 17: Dan Uyemura – Entrepreneurial Growth, Agile Mindset, Northstar MetricsIn this episode of The VP Podcast, we sit down with Dan Uyemura, CEO of PushPress, a visionary entrepreneur helping gym owners scale their businesses through technology. Dan shares his journey from humble beginnings to leading a fitness-tech revolution.We dive deep into:✅ The mindset and strategies behind successful business growth✅ The importance of northstar metrics for small businesses✅ How the agile mindset can transform your business approach✅ Ethical business practices and why they matter in today’s worldIf you're a small business owner, veteran entrepreneur, or looking...2025-03-3131 minThe VPThe VPThe VP-Episode 16: Alesia Galati - Podcasting, Business Growth, EfficiencyTitle: Podcasting as a Growth Tool for Small Businesses with Alesia of Galati MediaDescription:Episode 16 of The VP Podcast, is a talk with Alesia Galati, founder of Galati Media, to discuss how small business owners—especially veteran entrepreneurs—can leverage podcasting to grow their businesses. Alesia shares insights from launching and managing over 50 podcasts, including:✅ How podcasting can establish your authority and grow your audience✅ The biggest mistakes new podcasters make—and how to avoid them✅ The best strategies for monetizing your podcast✅...2025-03-171h 02The VPThe VPEpisode 15: Chris Duprey—Breakthrough Conversations – The 4 Pillars of High-Impact CommunicationIn this special segment of The VP Podcast, we dive deep into The 4 Pillars of High-Impact Communication with Chris Duprey, a former Army officer turned business leader and coach. If you’re a small business owner, veteran entrepreneur, or leader looking to improve the way you communicate with your team, partners, and customers, this episode is packed with practical strategies you can apply today!🎯 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:✅ Yes, And… – How embracing this mindset fosters collaboration and innovation✅ Vanguarding – The secret to handling tough conversations with confidence✅ Question First – Why great l...2025-02-2757 minThe VPThe VPEpisode 14 - Kathryn Smith: Marketing, Branding, ShopifyIn this episode of The VP Podcast, we sit down with Kathryn Smith, Principal Consultant at Walton Birch and co-founder of Black Lady Business School. As a marketing and web development expert, Kathryn shares invaluable insights on:✅ How small businesses can market themselves on a budget✅ The key elements of a strong brand identity✅ How entrepreneurs can use Shopify to scale their businesses✅ Time management and productivity hacks for business ownersWhether you're a veteran entrepreneur, first responder, or small business owner, this episode is packed with actionable advice to help...2025-02-0547 minThe VPThe VPThe VP-Episode 13: Joseph Rockey—Entrepreneurship, Sales Mastery, Exit PlanningIn this episode of The VP, we sit down with Joseph Rockey Jr., a serial entrepreneur and founder of Elite Business Conversations.Joe shares his journey of building successful ventures, starting in real estate and expanding into coaching, consulting, and media. Learn how his book Casino Sales Master unlocks the secrets to elite sales cycles, discover how tocreate lasting company cultures, and hear his advice for ensuring a businesslegacy through strategic exit planning. Joe also reflects on his faith-basedpodcast Father and Joe and how he balances...2025-01-1956 minThe VPThe VPThe VP-Episode 12: Ed Parcaut-Entrepreneurship, Real Estate, Financial Freedom, Veteran SuccessThis episode features Ed Parcaut, a Navy veteran, CEO of Lending for Living, and author of the best-selling book Financial Freedom: Building Personal Wealth Through Homeownership. Ed shares his journey from the Navy to becoming a leader in the mortgage industry and offers practical advice for entrepreneurs, particularly veterans, on using real estate as a tool for building wealth. He discusses strategies for overcoming challenges, insights into today’s real estate market, and how to create a mindset for long-term success.Whether you’re a small business owner, a veteran entrepreneur, or someone eager to build wealth thro...2025-01-131h 02The VPThe VPEpisode 11: Marcus Norman-Diverse Income Streams, Real Estate, CBD VenturesIn this episode of The VP, we’re thrilled to welcomeMarcus, a Navy veteran and serial entrepreneur from St. Croix in the Caribbean.Marcus shares his journey from military service to building a diverse portfolioof business ventures, including real estate investing, radical financestrategies, ATM investments, angel investing, and even CBD vending machines.Discover how Marcus leverages unconventional financialstrategies, maximizes passive income opportunities, and focuses on leaving ameaningful legacy. Whether you’re just starting your entrepreneurial journey orlooking to d...2025-01-0659 minThe VPThe VPThe VP-Episode 10: Robert Hunt-Accountability, Leadership, Overcoming RoadblocksGuest: Robert J Hunt, "The Accountability Guy"Topic: Accountability, Leadership, and Removing RoadblocksIn this episode of The VP Podcast, we sit down with Robert J Hunt, a seasoned executive coach, business owner, and co-author of Nobody Cares...until you do. Based in Dallas/Fort Worth, Robert has been empowering leaders since 2013 through CEO groups and individualized coaching.Together, we explore:The meaning and importance of accountability in business.How Robert's veteran background shaped his approach to leadership.The most common roadblocks business owners face and how to overcome them.Practical advice...2025-01-0640 minThe VPThe VPEpisode 9 - Tim Thomas: Resilience, Rest, Generosity, BreathworkIn this episode we’re joined by Tim Thomas, a former Special Forces operator turned mental health advocate. With years of experience transforming lives through impactful recovery programs, Tim shares invaluable insights tailored to veteran entrepreneurs and small business owners.Discover actionable strategies to:• Master high-quality sleep to fuel productivity.• Harness resilience to overcome fear and obstacles.• Use breathwork techniques to combat stress and supercharge well-being.• Embrace generosity as a tool for success and fulfillment.Tune in for an engaging conversation filled with motivational stories, practical tools, and a focu...2024-12-311h 10The VPThe VPEpisode 8: Richard Walsh - Overcoming Challenges, Escaping the Owner Prison, Strategic Vision, Achieving Freedom and ImpactEpisode 8: Overcoming Challenges, Escaping the Owner Prison, Strategic Vision, and Achieving Freedom and ImpactIn this episode of The VP Podcast, we sit down with Richard Walsh, a seasoned entrepreneur with over 30 years of experience, best-selling author of Escape the Owner Prison, and a man of many talents—Marine, champion boxer, black belt, and internationally recognized steel sculptor. Richard shares his inspiring story of rebuilding his life after losing everything and the pivotal moments that shaped his journey.What you'll learn in this episode:Richard’s journey from setbacks to success and how his...2024-12-2353 minThe VPThe VPEpisode 7: Ritchie Thomas - Military Transition, Entrepreneurship, 6-Figure Success StrategiesIn this episode, we sit down with Ritchie Thomas, the founder of Military Transition University (MTU), to discuss his mission to empower veterans as they transition to civilian success. Ritchie shares his personal journey from military service to entrepreneurship and breaks down the strategies and tools he uses to help veterans unlock their full potential.Here’s what we cover in this episode:Ritchie’s inspiring journey and the creation of Military Transition University.How MTU supports veterans with leadership, mindset, and entrepreneurial growth.A deep dive into the 6-Figure $oldier Academy and its transformational framework.How to...2024-12-1655 minThe VPThe VPEpisode 6 - Nicky Billou: Thought Leadership, Networking, Champion Mindset, Entrepreneur Journey🎙️ Welcome to Episode #6 of The VP Podcast!Today, we sit down with the incredible Nicky Billou—a #1 International Bestselling Author, two-time New York Times Bestselling Author, and the founder of eCircle Academy. With a passion for empowering entrepreneurs and thought leaders, Nicky shares game-changing insights on building authority, creating meaningful connections, and cultivating a champion mindset.In this episode, we discuss:✅ Nicky's journey as a thought leader and entrepreneur✅ Key lessons from his bestselling books like Finish Line Thinking™ and The Power o...2024-12-1654 minThe VPThe VPEpisode 5 - Doug Katz: Entrepreneurship, Leadership, Innovation, Adaptive Knife*Episode Description:* In this episode, we’re thrilled to sit down with Douglas Katz, a West Point graduate, disabled Army veteran, and adaptive product innovator on a mission to change lives in the kitchen. Doug shares his incredible journey from the military to entrepreneurship, detailing how his experiences as a disabled veteran and caregiver inspired the creation of the NULU knife—an adaptive kitchen tool designed to empower people of all abilities to cook safely and confidently. Doug also opens up about his career transitions through industries like telecommunications and lending, his lessons from failed vent...2024-12-031h 19The VPThe VPEpisode 4 - Jeremy Beland: Strategies on Wholesale Real Estate, Freedom from W2 LifestyleIn this episode, we sit down with Jeremy Beland, a real estate investor, coach, and Airforce veteran. We discuss his journey from selling his townhouse at 40 to building financial freedom through real estate investing. Jeremy explains the differences between investing and wholesaling, sharing his early challenges and successes, including how coaching helped shape his path.He also dives into key strategies like wholesaling, wholetailing, and flipping, and shares tips for managing risks in the real estate market. Jeremy offers advice on mindset shifts for leaving the W2 life behind and insights from his REI Freedom Coaching program...2024-09-2954 minThe VPThe VPEpisode 3 - Don Gleason: Career Transition Strategies for VeteransIn this episode we talk with Don Gleason, a retired Colonel turned entrepreneur, who founded Achieve New Heights, LLC and the Military Transition Roundtable. With a 27-year military career and a passion for helping veterans, Don shares insights on overcoming career transition challenges and empowering leaders.Key Topics:- The story behind Achieve New Heights, LLC and its mission.- Challenges military personnel face during career transitions and solutions to overcome them.- Why veterans struggle to articulate their value and how to break through these barriers.2024-09-081h 01The VPThe VPEpisode 2 - Tim Miller: Video production, Digital Marketing, Insights for aspiring entrepreneursIn this insightful episode, we sit down with Tim Miller, a seasoned expert with over 30 years of experience in video production and 7 years in marketing. Tim shares his incredible journey, detailing how he got started in the industry and the key experiences that have shaped his dual expertise in video production and marketing.2024-08-2648 minThe VPThe VPPilot 1 - RG EnzonThe first pilot episode features RG Enzon of Enzon Media. He shares his strategies and motivations on achieving milestones in his entrepreneur journey while on active duty.2024-08-0358 min