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Leaders & Legacies210 - Building Systems That Set You & Your Business Free - Lessons from David ForsterDavid Forster joins Craig Andrews to dismantle one of the most persistent myths in business: that people are the problem. With eight businesses under his belt, Forster explains why 94% of business issues stem from broken or missing processes—not bad hires. He shares how simplifying systems, building checklists, and offloading mental bandwidth into clear SOPs empowers teams to thrive.Craig and David dive into leadership lessons learned the hard way—like when Forster realized his wife was miserable in a "successful" business, or when Craig’s team kept the company running while he lay in a coma. Forste...2025-07-1532 min
Troubled Soul SafariThe Troubled Soul Safari 29 JUN 2025 - Point Blank RadioThe latest upfront soulful house mixtape. Your weekly one-stop shop for all that's new and good for you! This week's hot new cuts presented by DJ Simon Andrews of Troubled Soul, including the weekly time machine slot where we turn the clock back to a random year and play a Paul Trouble Anderson / Loft classic. This week we play Helen Sharpe - Got 2 Have Your Love (Jazz Rave Mix) - Strobe (1991)... Listen live @ www.pointblank.fm Contacts: Twitter:@djsimonandrews FB: www.facebook.com/DJSimonAndrews Email: troubledsoulsafari@gmail.comRisk Assessment - Want U Back 2025 (Kitchen Disco Mix...2025-06-291h 56Leaders & Legacies203 - Turn Your Voice Into Authority - The Leadership Power of Publishing with Aurora WinterAurora Winter joins Craig Andrews to explore how leaders can use books to amplify authority, build trust, and accelerate business growth. As the founder of Same Page Publishing, Aurora reveals her spoken author method—a system that turns interviews into books, saving time and maximizing impact. She shares how one hour of recorded content generated $250,000 in new business, proving that books aren't just products—they're strategic lead magnets.Aurora dispels the myth that people must be avid readers to benefit from publishing. Instead, she positions books as trust builders and authority badges, especially effective for high-ticket offers and...2025-06-1936 min
Sales & Marketing Playbook: UnleashedYour Vision Needs to Leave Your HeadSend us a textEver witnessed the classic battle between sales and marketing teams? "They're sending us garbage leads!" versus "They can't close what we're giving them!" This fundamental conflict has existed since the dawn of business itself, but it doesn't have to plague your organization.In this enlightening episode, EOS Implementer James Wisdom joins hosts Craig Andrews and Evan Polin to reveal how the Entrepreneurial Operating System transforms business alignment. With over two decades of experience leading Fortune 100 marketing teams and running his own agency, James brings practical wisdom to the perpetual sales-marketing divide.2025-06-0827 min
Finding Free PodcastThe Intersection of Radical Human Enhancement and Faith with Dr. Calvin MercerIf you could choose to live forever, would you want to? If a scientific advancement could make it possible for you to reverse aging, would you make a jump for the fountain of youth? In this episode, we talk with Dr. Calvin Mercer, co-author of Religion and the Technological Future. Dr. Mercer has spent the last several decades researching the intersection of radical human enhancements and increased human longevity with the areas of spirituality and faith. What are the spiritual implications of technologies like artificial intelligence, cryogenics, mind uploading, super intelligence and super longevity? How do fai...2025-05-231h 43Sales & Marketing Playbook: UnleashedMaster Your Customer PersonasSend us a textHave you ever felt like your marketing dollars are disappearing into thin air? Or wondered why your sales team struggles to convert seemingly good leads? The answer might lie in how well you understand who you're actually selling to.In this enlightening episode, Craig Andrews and Evan Polin tackle the often misunderstood concept of customer personas and why they're fundamental to business success. As Evan aptly puts it, "If you don't know what a good prospect looks like, you're never going to find them." They reveal how properly defined personas serve...2025-05-1128 minLeaders & Legacies187 - Napoleon, Data, and Leadership - Why First Principles Matter with RitavanLeadership isn’t about titles—it’s about impact. In this episode of Leaders and Legacies, Craig Andrews sits down with Ritavan, founder of Bavarian Tiger Ventures and author of Data Impact, to break down the principles of high-performance leadership.Ritavan shares why blindly following best practices leads to failure and how first principles thinking drives real success. Drawing lessons from Napoleon’s military strategy, he explains why leaders must ensure absolute alignment across teams. The key? Clear, actionable communication—if a rank-and-file soldier could understand Napoleon’s commands, so could an entire army.Shifting to business...2025-04-1735 minLeaders & Legacies184 - Marketing in Tough Markets - Dennis Meador’s Leadership Lessons from the Legal WorldLeadership isn’t about making noise—it’s about making an impact. In this episode of Leaders and Legacies, host Craig Andrews talks with Dennis Meador, founder of the Legal Podcast Network. Meador’s leadership journey started early, from hustling in sales as a teenager to scaling businesses to multi-million-dollar success.Meador shares why authenticity is the ultimate leadership tool—especially in marketing. His approach? Cut the fluff, get to the point, and let expertise speak for itself. He highlights how attorneys, often seen as difficult clients, actually appreciate directness and value-driven conversations. His marketing strategy focuses on thought...2025-04-0839 minLeaders & Legacies176 - The Critical Role of Leadership in Business Continuity and Cash Flow with Teresa WagonsellerTeresa Wagonseller discusses how effective leadership empowers teams to thrive, even in the absence of their leader. Both Craig and Teresa share personal experiences of stepping away from work unexpectedly due to medical emergencies, revealing how their teams upheld business operations without skipping a beat. Teresa credits her leadership approach—mentoring, fostering trust, and implementing strong systems—as the key to her team's success.The conversation also explores how leaders can secure business continuity by focusing on cash flow management. Teresa, now the founder of Higher Up CFO Services, breaks down the importance of managing receivables and paya...2025-03-0426 minLeaders & Legacies170 - The Art of Simplification - Emily Schneider on Visual Storytelling in LeadershipEmily Schneider’s journey redefines leadership through resilience and innovation. Fired at eight and a half months pregnant, Emily transformed adversity into a thriving career as a visual storyteller specializing in PowerPoint design. On the "Leaders and Legacies" podcast, she delves into the neuroscience of effective communication, underscoring the power of visual simplicity in storytelling. Emily believes presentations should be more than data dumps—they must connect emotionally, empower decisions, and leave lasting impressions.Host Craig Andrews reflects on the pivotal role of authenticity in leadership today. Together, they explore how well-crafted visual narratives can shift paradigms and...2025-02-1134 minSales & Marketing Playbook: UnleashedBoosting Business Performance Through Clarity and AccountabilitySend us a textThe episode focuses on the essential role of accountability in driving business success. Industry professionals Darren Webster, Evan Polin, and Craig Andrews discuss strategies for aligning sales and marketing teams, the importance of actionable goals, and how technology can enhance accountability.• Focus on maintaining fewer, essential goals • Understand the difference between leading and lagging indicators • Harness technology for real-time accountability tracking • Foster a positive accountability culture within teams • Regularly assess and adjust processes based on feedbackBeholder AgencyWe provide marketing strategies & services that increase in awareness...2025-02-0327 minLeaders & Legacies160 - Building Irresistible Strategies - Leadership Lessons for 2025 Growth with Craig AndrewsCraig Andrews opens up about his leadership philosophy in this special New Year’s episode of Leaders and Legacies. Sharing a deeply personal story of resilience, Craig recounts how his team sustained his business during a six-week coma, a testament to trust and leadership. He emphasizes that successful growth requires more than ambition—it demands a clear marketing strategy, actionable goals, and an appropriate budget.Craig debunks common misconceptions about marketing, distinguishing tactics from strategy. He outlines the elements of his Irresistible Growth Framework, focusing on clarity in messaging and cultivating an "irresistible aura." Vulnerability, Craig notes, isn’...2025-01-0215 minLeaders & Legacies159 - A Christmas Policy that Benefits Both You and Employees with Craig AndrewsCraig Andrews shares a deeply personal and professional story of resilience and leadership. After a life-threatening six-week coma, Craig woke to find his business thriving in his absence—a testament to the trust and empowerment he had instilled in his team. This episode dives into his unique approach to leadership, emphasizing rest and family time. By instituting a policy of hard shutdowns over major holidays, Craig fostered a culture of loyalty, productivity, and work-life balance.Craig challenges leaders to question the true productivity of holiday workweeks and highlights the long-term gains of giving employees time to recharge. Hi...2024-12-2309 minSales & Marketing Playbook: UnleashedElevating Your Law Firm Through Strategic Marketing and SalesSend us a textUnlock the secrets to building a successful law practice with Dan Posternock, managing shareholder at PosternockAppel, as he shares his journey into embracing an entrepreneurial mindset in the legal world. Together with Evan Polin, president of Polin Performance Group, and Craig Andrews, CEO of Beholder Agency, we examine how the often overlooked skills of sales and marketing can transform a professional career. Dan opens up about the challenges of marketing his firm and how law schools must prepare lawyers for the business side of their careers. This episode promises to deliver insights into...2024-12-0926 minSales & Marketing Playbook: UnleashedEmpowering Teams Through Strategic AlignmentSend us a textUnlock the secret to bridging the gap between sales and marketing with insights from Anthony Constantini, principal advisor at SRV HR. Discover how aligning these vital functions can propel your business to new heights by ensuring objectives and key results are in harmony. Misalignment often stems from sales focusing on revenue while marketing targets new markets. Anthony delves into how HR plays a pivotal role in this alignment, setting the stage for increased productivity and strategic success. Learn how clear expectations and targets can transform your teams' dynamics, paving the way for a...2024-12-0225 min
Friends & FictionFriends & Fiction with Craig JohnsonOn this episode, Kristy Woodson Harvey & Mary Kay Andrews welcome New York Times bestselling author Craig Johnson to discuss TOOTH AND CLAW, the new short novel in his wildly popular Longmire series, in which a young Walt Longmire and Henry Standing Bear face off in the Alaskan tundra with powerful enemies who will do anything to get what they want. Craig Johnson is the New York Times bestselling author of the Longmire mysteries, the basis for the hit Netflix original series Longmire. He is a two-time recipient of the Western Writers of America Spur Award for fiction, was the...2024-11-2941 min
Finding Free Podcast10,000 Reasons to CelebrateNew Milestone Unlocked! We passed 10,000 downloads! We are celebrating 10,000 downloads for Finding Free Podcast with laughs, champagne and a trip down memory lane. Hear our reflections on the best parts of podcasting and what we have found to be the most challenging. We wrap it up with a few off-the-cuff Top Ten lists (because Top Ten-Thousand would have taken too long) just for fun! We could not be celebrating crossing the 10,000 download threshold without each of YOU, our badass listeners. So thank you for making this possible and for sharing our words with others. ...2024-11-281h 32Sales & Marketing Playbook: UnleashedStrategic Sales Coaching and Effective CommunicationSend us a textWhat if you could reshape the way your business approaches sales and marketing to achieve unprecedented growth? Together with Evan Polin, president of Polin Performance Group, and Craig Andrews, CEO of Beholder Agency, we unlock the secrets to accelerating sales cycles and enhancing digital presence. Evan shares his mastery in sales coaching, guiding businesses to cultivate the right mindset and strategic planning. Meanwhile, Craig illuminates the path to effective growth marketing strategies, crucial for boosting your digital footprint. Plus, our special guest, John DePrince, a certified business and executive coach, reveals his innovative...2024-11-0426 min
Finding Free PodcastUnpacking Christian Nationalism with Chaplain Aaron SaufleyYou don't have to be paying close attention to current events to have heard about Christian Nationalism. Christian Nationalist ideas have been swimming in the water of society for centuries but has certainly emerged as a hot topic, especially during this election year. In this podcast, Amy, Craig and Jeff sit down with Aaron Saufley, pastor at Jesus House in Greenville, NC and local hospice chaplain. We break down some of the ideas of Christian Nationalism, give some definitions and talk about how we see this concept impacting society. What is the history behind this move...2024-10-291h 10Sales & Marketing Playbook: UnleashedRevolutionizing Sales and Marketing: Accountability and Data-Driven Growth StrategiesSend us a textUnlock the secrets to transforming your sales and marketing approach with insights from Evan Polin, president of Polin Performance Group, and Craig Andrews, CEO of Beholder Agency. Learn how to overcome stagnation, shorten prolonged sales cycles, and boost referrals with Evan's expert strategies. Craig reveals how Beholder Agency leverages accountability, data, and analytics to nurture leads, turning your sales pipeline into a powerhouse you never imagined possible.Discover the art of goal setting and accountability that transforms ambitious objectives into actionable steps. We'll guide you through crafting a dynamic plan that...2024-10-2840 minSales & Marketing Playbook: UnleashedElevate Your Law Firm with Proven Growth Strategies from a Fractional COOSend us a textUnlock the secrets of business transformation with the wisdom of Evan Polin, Craig Andrews, and Rachel Steininger as they synergize sales, marketing, and operations for unparalleled growth. Witness how Evan, the president of Polin Performance Group, breaks down barriers in securing ideal clients and accelerating sales cycles, while Craig, the CEO of Beholder Agency, reveals the magic behind revamping underperforming websites into marketing powerhouses. Rachel, founder of Upward Acceleration, steps in to illustrate the profound impact of scalable systems and the role of a fractional...2024-10-2033 min
The Garden Question184 - Empowering Your Fall Garden - Heather AndrewsWelcome to today’s episode, where we talk about empowering your garden by diving into the importance of incorporating native plants into your garden—especially during the fall season. Our guest is Heather Andrews, a published author, award-winning photographer, Master Gardener, and Pollinator Steward with a passion for sustainable landscapes. Heather is here to share her insights on how native plants play a crucial role in supporting pollinators, enriching ecosystems, and even benefiting migrating birds and butterflies. She breaks down the high-value pollen, nectar, and seed sources that wildlife rely on during their migra...2024-10-1751 min
Finding Free PodcastChanging Church Culture: A Conversation with Stan MitchellIn order for the Church to continue to be God's presence in the world, people must be wiling to dream, think, plan and prioritize differently. Sometimes this means rethinking long-held beliefs or traditional ways of thinking. What does God think of us? And how does “the work of the Church” reflect that? Are we desiring a new way of being the Church, yet still mired in a concept of God that is based on original separation? Stan Mitchell joins us to explore the intrinsic connection between humanity and God that has always be...2024-09-271h 17Sales & Marketing Playbook: UnleashedUnlocking Local SEO Secrets: Boosting Your Business Visibility with Emilia AndrewsSend us a textUnlock the secrets to dominating your local market with our latest episode of the Sales and Marketing Playbook Unleashed. Join us as we uncover the power of local SEO services and "near me" searches to attract customers in your community. Craig Andrews and Evan Polin discuss the pivotal role of building local relationships and how being well-known in your area can skyrocket your business success. We're also joined by digital marketing expert Emilia Andrews, who shares invaluable insights on improving visibility and engagement within your local market.Have you...2024-09-0936 minSales & Marketing Playbook: UnleashedEpisode 12 Mastering Sales and Marketing for Non-Selling ProfessionalsSend us a textCan non-selling professionals like lawyers, architects, and accountants master sales and marketing? Evan Polin and Craig Andrews think so, and they’re here to show you how. In this episode of Sales and Marketing Playbook Unleashed, we explore the evolving business landscape that demands these professionals step out of their comfort zones and actively seek new clients. With insights from Evan’s book, “Selling Professional Services, the Sandler Way,” and practical strategies from Craig, we provide actionable tips to build a robust book of business amidst fierce competition.Have you ever wondered...2024-08-1243 min
Kornfeld And Andrews: The Radio PlaysThe Mariot (Ft. CRAIG CACKOWSKI)When three business men turn up at a hotel, all is not what it seems.Improvised by:Louis KornfeldRick Andrewshttps://magnettheater.com/show/46694/ plus special guest Craig Cackowskihttps://soundcloud.com/craig-cackowski Produced by:Lloydie James Lloydhttps://www.improvchronicle.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-08-0112 min
Finding Free PodcastChanging Church CultureIt is very common for us at Finding Free to talk a lot about the Church. What are the trends we see happening? What seems to be on the horizon for the Church to tackle? Most especially- we spend a lot of time on what the Church has missed, trailed woefully behind on, or just seemingly flat out ignored. If you could change something about church culture, what would it be? Like snap your fingers and things be different kind of change. Forget the “change curves” and “giving people only as much as they can handle”...2024-07-131h 12Leaders & Legacies118 - Revolutionizing Social Media - Katie Brinkley's Four-Post Formula for SuccessIn a profound episode of the "Leaders and Legacies" podcast, hosted by Craig Andrews, leadership and social media strategies took center stage with guest Katie Brinkley. Craig opened with a personal story of survival and resilience, highlighting his team’s dedication during his critical health crisis, underscoring the real impact of strong leadership. Katie Brinkley, founder of Next Step Social Communications and a social media strategist who ironically dislikes social media, shared her innovative "less is more" approach to digital engagement. Her strategy focuses on impactful, minimalistic posting, emphasizing quality over quantity to drive real business results.Th...2024-07-0330 min
Finding Free PodcastLeaving Rapture Theology Behind with Chaplain Megan JoynerIf you grew up in the evangelical church culture, you are probably no stranger to rapture theology. Maybe you remember hearing detailed stories told about what the end of the world would be like or you may have poured over the Left Behind book series, using it as a map for what was to come. Where did this theology come from and is this the only way to view the “end of the world as we know it?” (If you are now singing REM, you are welcome). If that rings a bell for you (or sounds...2024-05-301h 42
Finding Free PodcastChristian Universalism with Chaplain Aaron SaufleyWhat if God saves everyone? Christian Universalism (the idea that God will save everyone and the earth somehow in the end) is one theory of atonement that theologians have discussed for centuries. Though the idea of universal reconciliation was the most prominent atonement theory among early Christ followers, after around the 4th century multiple atonement theories began to surface. Penal substitutionary atonement theory (the idea that humans are objects of God’s wrath and destined to eternal torment in hell unless making a personal decision to believe that Jesus’ death on the cross paid the sin debt humans owe to God...2024-04-231h 33Leaders & Legacies42 - Turning Non-Performers into Achievers Through Listening and Development Opportunities with The Johnson Leadership Group's Kevin JohnsonYour host, Craig Andrews, talks with the CEO of The Johnson Leadership Group, Kevin Johnson. Kevin's journey is an inspiring one. After graduating from college during a recession, he found it challenging to secure employment. However, following his mother's advice, he applied for a job in the federal government and was selected. This marked the beginning of his 34-year career in government, where he worked in various roles related to acquisition and contracting.His responsibilities ranged from purchasing goods and services for his agency, from office supplies to major weapon systems. He enjoyed his role as it...2023-12-0126 minLeaders & Legacies39 - Leading from Within: The Power of Adaptation and Self-Care in Leadership with Let’s Go Win's JM RyersonYour host, Craig Andrews, talks with the CEO of Let’s Go Win, JM Ryerson. JM Ryerson is a man of many talents. He has founded and sold three businesses, authored best-selling books, and now dedicates his time to helping leadership teams achieve their peak performance. His mission is to enhance culture, increase leadership, and inspire people to live their best lives by overcoming self-limiting beliefs.When asked about the current economic situation, JM shared an interesting perspective. He believes that even in challenging times, individuals have control over their attitude and activity. He recalled how his bu...2023-11-2227 minLeaders & Legacies38 - The Greatest Marketing Strategies for Doubling Sales in 90 Days with Lesix Agency's Robert LeeYour host, Craig Andrews, talks with the Owner of Lesix Agency, Robert Lee. Lesix Agency, a marketing agency that has a bold vision to help companies double their sales in just 90 days. Robert, with over 15 years of marketing experience, is a certified partner of Digital Marketer, a world-class community of marketers and marketing educators.Robert's journey started as a marketing consultant for a small engineering firm in Chicago, driven by a desire to help people tell their stories better and connect with their audiences more effectively. Over the years, he has built multiple companies, weathered successes and...2023-11-2027 minLeaders & Legacies37 - Overcoming Trauma and Finding Strength in Fitness and Faith with FitWithDerick's Derick JohnsonYour host, Craig Andrews, talks with the Life Coach of FitWithDerick, Derick Johnson. Derrick, shared his story of overcoming hate and using it as fuel to drive his life. He opened up about his childhood, marked by the challenging circumstances of growing up in a home where alcoholism and rage were prevalent. Despite these circumstances, Derrick was able to stay calm in moments when most people would break down or snap.To deal with the trauma, Derrick turned to fitness and faith. Pushing his body and mind past their pain thresholds helped him find calmness, while his...2023-11-1730 minLeaders & Legacies36 - The Neuroscience-Backed Secrets to Becoming the Most Persuasive Salesperson with Proverbial Door's Moeed AminYour host, Craig Andrews, talks with the Director and Founder of Proverbial Door, Moeed Amin. Moeed is no ordinary guest, his unique approach to sales, backed by his expertise in neuroscience and psychology, has helped his clients generate over £200 million in additional revenue and funding. His journey into the world of sales began with a rather unusual incident - a neuroscience textbook falling on his head; this event sparked a realization about the importance of understanding the buyer's perspective, a concept often overlooked in traditional sales training.For the next 15 years, Moeed became a high performer in s...2023-11-1337 min
Finding Free PodcastFinding Your Free and Feeding Your SoulWhen Craig and Amy started Finding Free Podcast in 2020, they thought a lot about the podcast name. They settled on Finding Free Podcast because they wanted to focus on the freedom and liberation that can come from pushing yourself to break out of the metaphorical places where you feel stuck and bogged down. This podcast was designed to give space to talk about hard topics with authenticity and vulnerability and for the Finding Free listening community to gain strength in hearing and sharing stories of growth. In this episode, Craig, Amy, and Jeff talk about the...2023-11-101h 11Leaders & Legacies35 - Nurturing Success through Hope-Based Leadership and Organizational Development with Molly KawahataYour host, Craig Andrews, talks with the Keynote Speaker, Subject of Patagonia Film "The Scale of Hope," Founder of Systemic Impact Strategies, and Former White House Climate Advisor, Molly Kawahata. Molly's work focuses on climate strategy consulting and organizational development around hope-based leadership. She believes that hope is not just a wish or optimism, but a belief that the future can be better and that individuals have the agency to make it better. Molly shared that increasing hope levels in organizations can have profound effects on retention, productivity, employee engagement, and team dynamics. She explained that hope...2023-11-1043 minLeaders & Legacies34 - Strategic Customer Engagement: Navigating to Where Your Audience Thrives with Kandas RodarteYour host, Craig Andrews, talks with the Accountability Coach, Kandas Rodarte. Kandas is a force to be reckoned with within the digital marketing world. She launched a custom furniture e-commerce website in 1999, a YouTube talk show in 2012, and her long-running podcast in 2014. Her drive and motivation stem from living with metastatic breast cancer, a journey that has only fueled her determination to get things done.Kandas shared three lessons she learned from a mechanic named Hans, a former Nazi soldier. Hans' respectful treatment and exceptional service left a lasting impression on Kandas. However, it was his confession...2023-11-0830 minLeaders & Legacies33 - Global Growth and Offshoring: Empowering Small Businesses and Leading Diverse Teams with 20four7VA's Catherine vanVonnoYour host, Craig Andrews, talks with the President and CEO of 20four7VA, Catherine vanVonno. Contrary to popular belief, the role of a virtual assistant extends beyond administrative tasks. As Catherine explained, VAs can be web developers, marketers, bookkeepers, and more. The only requirements are access to a computer, phone line, and internet connection. This flexibility allows VAs to work remotely from anywhere in the world, breaking down geographical barriers and opening up a world of opportunities.The rise of remote work opportunities has had a positive impact on countries like the Philippines and India, the two...2023-11-0629 minLeaders & Legacies32 - Leading Beyond Metrics: Empowering Teams by Encouraging Self-Worth with Core Authenticity's Jeff KoziatekYour host, Craig Andrews, talks with the Owner of Core Authenticity, Jeff Koziatek. Jeff is a man of many talents, as a coach, speaker, performer, podcast host, and author. Jeff's journey from a juggler to a coach is as fascinating as inspiring. Jeff began juggling at the tender age of 11. It was a decision made by his mother, who chose a juggling workshop over a magic one for him. Despite his initial reluctance, Jeff stuck with it and honed his skills over time. Jeff's transition from entertainment to coaching was a significant shift in his career. He...2023-11-0330 minLeaders & Legacies31 - Smart Money: Navigating Common Financial Pitfalls with Planning and Education with Weinstein Wealth Insurance Solutions' Bruce WeinsteinYour host, Craig Andrews, talks with the Co-Owner and Founder of Weinstein Wealth Insurance Solutions, Bruce Weinstein. Bruce Weinstein, fondly known as the "Plan Man," has over 35 years of experience in the insurance and wealth-building space. Bruce's journey began in 1986 as a stockbroker at Merrill Lynch. As the industry evolved, he shifted towards financial planning, addressing both investment and insurance risks. His mantra is simple yet profound: "Without a plan, it's difficult to know if you'll reach your desired destination and have enough money when you get there."Bruce describes his role as a financial advisor, emphasizing...2023-10-3038 minLeaders & Legacies30 - Adapt or Stagnate: The Power of Pivoting in Business and Career Success with The Wall Printer's Paul BaronYour host, Craig Andrews, talks with the Founder and CEO of The Wall Printer, Paul Baron. Paul is a seasoned business professional with experience in various sectors such as B2B, B2B, retail, manufacturing, distribution, international business, and franchising. He is known for his ability to develop and launch successful business concepts, leading to revenue growth and successful exits for startups and established businesses. Paul thrives in fast-paced, high-energy environments and values diversity and a positive culture.Paul is frequently invited to speak at industry events and serves as a mentor to business owners and student...2023-10-2725 minLeaders & Legacies29 - The Importance of Value Proposition in the Success of Small Businesses with Visionary Horizons Consulting Group's Craig PaxsonYour host, Craig Andrews, talks with the Co-Founder and Business Strategist of Visionary Horizons Consulting Group, Craig Paxson. Craig is a seasoned strategist and co-author of the best-selling business book Unstuck: Ten Proven Strategies for Breaking Through the Barriers to Small Business Growth. Craig emphasizes the importance of true strategy over mere long-term planning. He believes that many businesses, especially those with less than 100 employees, focus too much on planning and not enough on developing a winning strategy.Craig's approach involves helping businesses identify their target market, understand their competitors, and determine how to differentiate themselves to...2023-10-2531 minLeaders & Legacies28 - Understanding Cultural Differences: Jim James' Strategies for Building Successful Teams in China with The UnNoticed Group's Jim JamesYour host, Craig Andrews, talks with the Founder of The UnNoticed Group, Jim James. Jim's journey through Asia began in Singapore in 1995, before he moved to China in 2006. He witnessed firsthand the rapid changes in Beijing, from architectural developments to infrastructure improvements. However, he also noted the challenges of pollution and congestion that came with such rapid growth. The growth and development he witnessed in these areas, paints a vivid picture of the scale and geography of China. Jim's experience in China wasn't limited to observing the changes in the landscape, he also had the opportunity to...2023-10-2332 minLeaders & Legacies27 - The Power of Financial Transformation with The Financial Coach's Rennie GabrielYour host, Craig Andrews, talks with the President of The Financial Coach, Rennie Gabriel. Rennie's journey to financial freedom began with a 5000-year-old secret from the book "The Wealthiest Men in Babylon." The book's premise is simple yet profound - treat yourself like you matter by paying yourself first. Rennie explained that this means setting aside 10% of your income to invest, allowing your money to work for you instead of you working for the money.Rennie's personal experience of setting aside $500 a month for three years, through strategic investments and borrowing more money, Rennie and his wife...2023-10-2024 minLeaders & Legacies26 - Creating Lasting Memories: A Journey of Healing and Purpose with Steve RozenbergYour host, Craig Andrews, talks with the Speaker, Business Coach, Podcast Host, Airline Pilot, Real Estate Mogul, and Head of Investor training, Steve Rozenberg. Steve created the fastest-growing property management company in the state of Texas. Managing over 1,000 properties across 3 major metropolitan cities. Steve built the business up and created maximum cash flow positioning his company for a very profitable exit. Along with growing his property management company, Rozenberg has flipped, owned, and wholesaled hundreds of single-family homes and apartment complexes across the US.Steve expressed that he had recently marked the six-month anniversary of losing his 19...2023-10-1634 minLeaders & Legacies25 - Audience-Centric Approach in Public Speaking and Marketing with Vocal Impact Productions' Dr. Laura SicolaYour host, Craig Andrews, talks with the Founder of Vocal Impact Productions, Dr. Laura Sicola. Dr. Laura Sicola is a leadership communication and influence expert, speaker, and author of Speaking to Influence: Mastering Your Leadership Voice. Laura is known for her coaching and live on-camera trainings that turn executives into confident, inspiring leaders on stage, on camera, or just on the phone to get the results they want and make a positive, lasting impact.Laura has spent over 20 years coaching and training, Laura's mission is to transform executives into confident and inspiring leaders. One of the key...2023-10-1335 min
Finding Free PodcastFaith Deconstruction: A Hard Journey that Challenges the Church to Show Up"The next hard road for the Church will be walking with and beside those that are deconstructing their faith, taking it apart either in small bits and pieces or altogether, putting it back together in part or sometimes not at all. The question is, how will the Church show up for people in this space?" ~ Amy Andrews The topic of faith deconstruction can be a hot button issue…but does it have to be? As we grow in faith we often grapple with questions that are no longer satisfied with easy answers. We need more. Sometimes we begin...2023-10-131h 35Leaders & Legacies24 - Driving Success through Authentic Customer Conversations with Helix Sales Development's Walter CrosbyYour host, Craig Andrews, talks with the CEO of Helix Sales Development, Walter Crosby. Walter Crosby is a renowned figure who assists entrepreneurs and CEOs in scaling their businesses and fostering high-performance sales cultures. He's a seasoned professional who has dedicated his career to fixing the root cause of problems in businesses rather than merely providing surface-level solutions. He's recently celebrated the 100th episode of his podcast, "Sales & Cigars," where he has been a guest on various business, marketing, and sales-related podcasts.Walter's book, "The Seven Critical Mistakes CEOs Make With Their Sales Operations That Stop the...2023-10-1133 minLeaders & Legacies23 - Cultural Empathy is Key to Effective Writing with Megan MayzelleYour host, Craig Andrews, talks with the Executive Director of Written Progress, Megan Mayzelle. Written Progress takes, grant applications, policy briefs, and academic manuscripts. The result documented proof of work that gets funders, policymakers, and top talent excited about taking your initiative to new heights. For those who want to build out their own toolbox, Written Progress also facilitates write shops and is currently developing a software tool to help climate professionals identify and act on often non-intuitive co-benefits and co-risks of their work. Climate and energy transition professionals hold an amazing mastery of complex knowledge, and...2023-10-0932 minLeaders & Legacies22 - Designing Success: Creating Value in Short-Term Collaborations with YKMD Visual Communication's Yanique DaCostaYour host, Craig Andrews, talks with the Founder and Owner of YKMD Visual Communication, Yanique DaCosta. Yanique is a Jamaican-born graphic designer and entrepreneur, she is known for her advocacy of diversity and inclusivity in the design industry. YKMD is a graphic design firm that specializes in working with corporate event planners and trade show marketers, YKMD provides design assets to help these professionals achieve successful events. YKMD primarily serves two types of clients: in-house corporate organizations with limited design resources and corporate event planners or marketers in need of design assistance for specific projects. YKMD offers...2023-10-0525 minLeaders & Legacies21 - Why Leaders Should Be Vulnerable with Vistage's John BainesYour host, Craig Andrews, talks with the Vistage Chair of Vistage, John Baines. It’s still a human world where integrity, experience, and relationships matter. Vistage is here to connect the most successful CEOs of small and midsize businesses so they can share expertise, challenge one another to think critically, and arrive at better decisions.Through this ongoing collaboration, Vistage builds lifelong leadership excellence that elevates companies, strengthens communities, delivers meaningful results, and fosters sustainable growth.To learn more about John's work, check out their website at https://www.vistage.com/.Connect with Jo...2023-10-0331 minLeaders & Legacies20 - From Startup to Exit: A Founder's Journey in Business with Glenn PoulosYour host, Craig Andrews, talks with co-founder, Vice President, and General Manager of Gap Wireless, Glenn Poulos. With over three decades of experience in sales, Glenn has spent thousands of hours in the field or on the phone with customers and working with salespeople to help create several very successful companies.After entering the sales field in 1985 as a Technical Sales Rep, Glenn founded his first company, mmWave Technologies Inc. in 1991 and simultaneously served as President of Anritsu Electronics Ltd. for 9 years. Using his extensive knowledge and experience in the industry, he lectures groups on sales strategy...2023-09-2834 minLeaders & Legacies19 - Building Wealth to Live Your Best Life with Royal Legal Solutions' Scott SmithYour host, Craig Andrews, talks with the CEO of Royal Legal Solutions, Scott Smith. Royal Legal Solutions is a boutique law firm focused on protecting their clients’ real estate assets throughout the United States and Canada. No matter where you or your property is, they can protect your equity.Founding attorney Scott Smith is a real estate investor himself and has learned that keeping your wealth is just as important as making it. All of their clients are real estate investors, and everything they do is focused on protecting their hard-earned assets.To learn more ab...2023-09-2626 minLeaders & Legacies18 - Freedom at Work: Red Balloon's Innovative Job Matching Strategy with RedBalloon's Andrew CrapuchettesYour host, Craig Andrews, talks with the CEO of RedBalloon, Andrew Crapuchettes. RedBalloon connects thousands of like-minded businesses with tens of thousands of reliable, career-minded job seekers who are looking for the freedom to work without the fear of discrimination against personal beliefs, infringement of constitutional rights, or invasion of medical privacy.RedBalloon honors and celebrates the founding liberties that have made the American free-market system the most successful economic engine in the history of the world. They strive to empower employers to preserve these liberties for their workforce and to place talented Americans into careers that...2023-09-2129 minLeaders & Legacies17 - Spotlighting Success: Elevating Your Business Through Publicity with Top Talent Agency's Dr. Richard KayeYour host, Craig Andrews, talks with Dr. Richard Kaye of Top Talent Agency. Dr. Richard Kaye is a renowned expert in helping entrepreneurs accelerate the growth of their businesses through profitable publicity. With nearly 24 years of experience under his belt, Dr. Richard Kaye has worked with a diverse range of clients, from early-stage startups to established businesses. His expertise and insights have been featured on various media platforms, including radio, television, and prestigious magazines like Forbes.Dr. Richard Kaye, a retired chiropractor, is best known as a business growth strategist. He’s been serving the entrepreneurial community, en...2023-09-1923 minLeaders & Legacies16 - Crafting Exceptional Customer Experiences: Why Listening to Your Frontline Matters with Global Performance Institute's Gregory OffnerYour host, Craig Andrews, talks with the Founder and CEO of Global Performance Institute, Gregory Offner. Gregory is a renowned workplace experience strategist and award-winning keynote speaker. His work helps organizations engage and retain employees who deliver purposeful, profitable performances each day at work. As an award-winning keynote performer, Gregory helps organizations and the people within them shape cultures of highly fulfilled, high-performing people. He discovered his perspectives on navigating change, and his passion for creating experiences that 'rock' could serve, inspire, and delight audiences around the world. Since that breakthrough moment, he has been privileged to...2023-09-1433 minLeaders & Legacies15 - The Performance Excellence Framework for Business Success with ManageHub's Mike KramerYour host, Craig Andrews, talks with the President and Founder of ManageHub, Mike Kramer. Michael Kramer is an award-winning leadership consultant, successful entrepreneur, and author of the "ManageHub Strategy,” a step-by-step roadmap and tool set for implementing the leadership principles recommended by the United States Baldrige Performance Excellence Framework.Kramer founded ManageHub, which provides mid-market and smaller organizations fractional and virtual leadership and coaching services. Engagements incorporate the Baldrige-based best management practices and tools outlined in the ManageHub Strategy playbook. Typical outcomes include increased quality, productivity, customer satisfaction, employee engagement, value growth, and accomplishment of strategic objectives....2023-09-1230 min
Friends & FictionWB_S3E3 Longmire Defense with Craig JohnsonWRITERS' BLOCK Join Mary Kay Andrews and Ron Block in a fantastic episdoe with the one and only Craig Johnson about his newest in the Longmire Series, Longmire Defense. Craig never ceases to amaze readers, and is very generous, hilarious and even touching sharing stories about his characters, the hugely popular Netflix show and his tours. Such a heartfelft and funny episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-09-0844 minLeaders & Legacies14 - The Power of Purpose-Driven Business with Vanquish Media Group's Chase FriedmanYour host, Craig Andrews, talks with the Founder of Vanquish Media Group, Chase Friedman. Vanquish Media Group empowers purpose-driven brands to achieve sustainable growth and societal impact through impact marketing strategies and solutions. They guide purpose-driven brands who feel overwhelmed and stuck and are seeking a path to sustainable growth and societal impact.The first step towards clarity and growth lies in brand discovery. Vanquish Media Group's ‘Brand Blueprint’ process is designed to diagnose all aspects of your brand’s digital performance, identify inefficiencies, and unlock a clear path to sustainable growth.To learn more about...2023-09-0724 minLeaders & Legacies13 - Relationship Building Using the Connector Compass with Smooth Selling Forever's Craig LowderYour host, Craig Andrews, speaks to client acquisition specialist and Principal of Smooth Selling Forever, Craig Lowder. Craig shares that his specialty is helping his clients find their target audience. At Smooth Selling Forever, their team design and deploy the sales infrastructure needed for significant, predictable, and sustainable revenue growth. Knowing your target audience is just as important as knowing who you don't work well with, Craig explains. He shares that it's important that when identifying the ideal customer profile, you know who a prospective client is - and who isn't. Craig and his team...2023-09-0526 minLeaders & Legacies12 - Empowering Teams and Nurturing Growth Through Servant Leadership with InvestorComps' Mark JacksonYour host, Craig Andrews, talks with the CEO and Founder of InvestorComps, Mark Jackson. InvestorComps is a Real Estate valuation and training organization that recognizes valuation knowledge is the key to unlocking profitability potential. For anyone seeking to realize financial freedom, InvestorComps believes there’s no better path forward than the InvestorComps valuation-first approach. Mark Jackson, fondly known as MJ, has become the go-to Valuation Specialist for people who want to achieve more in their real estate investing business. In 1999, MJ founded an appraisal company and soon after found his true gift was analyzing property value for re...2023-08-3125 minLeaders & Legacies11 - Weathering Business Crises with Small Steps with ESPI's Peter ChristianYour host, Craig Andrews, talks with the Founding Partner and President of ESPI, Peter Christian. With over 40 years of expertise in various areas such as business development, profit improvement, and strategic planning, Peter's insights are highly valuable. Although technically retired, Peter remains actively engaged in several endeavors. He has authored two best-selling business books, What About the Vermin Problem and Influences and Influencers.When it comes to working with companies, Peter is selective. He prefers to collaborate with organizations that are genuinely committed to making improvements. The companies he has worked with have realized millions of dollars...2023-08-2934 minLeaders & Legacies10 - Empathetic Leadership: Tailoring Your Approach for Team Success with SearchWorks' Taylor RobinsonYour host, Craig Andrews, talks with the President of SearchWorks, Taylor Robinson. SearchWorks has transformed traditional executive recruitment with a customized experience that produces consistent win-win results. Their mission is to enrich lives by thoughtfully placing talented professionals into roles where they thrive, while also providing companies with passionate leaders who will take their businesses to the next level.Driven by the desire to transform traditional talent search and recruiting, SearchWorks designed its process for seamless adaptability. By focusing on your needs, goals, and culture, they deliver a personalized experience that combines innovative techniques with exemplary service.2023-08-2428 minLeaders & Legacies9 - Empowering SMB Owners towards Business Growth with Seeker Solution's Jamie SeekerYour host, Craig Andrews, talks with the Founder of Seeker Solution, Jamie Seeker. Seeker Solution works face-to-face with you and your team—remotely as needed—to achieve and sustain transformational impact over time. They help you put the right business processes in place and work with your teams to make your organization capable of driving and sustaining the change.Seeker Solution was founded with the mission to ease the business owner’s burdens by stepping in as your company’s C-level advisor. They work with clients who have a footprint both locally and internationally, by providing full-service and item...2023-08-2232 minLeaders & Legacies8 - Optimizing Your Finances: Tax Strategies for Small Businesses with Shauna A. Wekherlien of Tax GoddessYour host, Craig Andrews, talks with the CEO of Tax Goddess, Shauna A. Wekherlien. Tax Goddess is a CTC and a CPA firm that makes a tailored strategy that is sure to save you a ton of money in taxes. Tax Goddess is your helping hand if you're looking for a certified tax coach, tax consultant, or for the best Income Tax Preparer. As a CTC-Certified Strategic Tax Coach and CPA, they've received specialized training in the areas of the tax code that can be leveraged to your advantage to lower your taxes and save you money.2023-08-1729 minLeaders & Legacies7 - Holistic Approach to Building a SMART Company Culture and Business Strategy with IA Business Advisors' Brian SmithYour host, Craig Andrews, talks with the Founder of IA Business Advisors, Brian Smith. IA Business Advisors have helped small businesses grow and thrive in their industries since 1996. IA Business Advisors has a passion for seeing small businesses succeed. When the Great Recession hit in 2008, they worked with struggling businesses that were challenged to afford vital consulting services. Since 1988, Brian has helped over 19,000 business owners and managers on all seven continents. Coming from companies of all sizes, he has helped them make decisions to help them grow personally and as an organization. To learn more...2023-08-1530 minLeaders & Legacies6 - Authentic and Inspiring Storytelling in Business with Stories With Traction's Matt ZaunYour host, Craig Andrews, talks with The Story Strategist of Stories With Traction, Matt Zaun. The Stories With Traction® Course is the only program of its kind that teaches you how to properly set up a "Storybank", shares a simple and powerful framework that anyone can use, and shares story concepts that you can immediately implement.Matt's experience spans both the private sector and the political arena, providing him with unique insights into the persuasive power of storytelling. He begins his workshops by delving into the stories and strategies of businesses, teaching leaders how to harness these t...2023-08-1034 minLeaders & Legacies5 - Nurturing Customer Connections and Pivoting the Business the Right Way with Mavens & Moguls' Paige ArnofYour host, Craig Andrews, talks with the Founder and CEO of Mavens & Moguls, Paige Arnof. Mavens & Moguls works with venture capitalists, entrepreneurs, and business executives who seek expert marketing advice and innovative ideas without the overhead of a full-time marketing staff. Their clients value their expertise and passion. They work with businesses across various categories from startups to Fortune 500 companies.Mavens & Moguls was founded by Paige Arnof-Fenn. Paige was formerly VP of marketing at Zipcar. She was responsible for all branding, corporate communications, and corporate partnerships for the business and was instrumental in the fundraising efforts for...2023-08-0833 minLeaders & Legacies4 - Outsourcing the Needs of the Business with Freetime Solutions' Barry CoziahrYour host, Craig Andrews, talks with the Co-Founder of Freetime Solutions, Barry Coziahr. Freetime Solutions is a virtual personnel agency that helps small businesses, one-man-band entrepreneurs, and professionals build a powerhouse team of virtual assistants. Freetime Solutions has a unique process to ensure they help businesses grow with minimal interruptions or personnel issues. Their team works in understanding the vision, culture, and process of your business, allowing their top executives to assemble the right team for you. They work with small business brands and ambitious entrepreneurs ready to expand and make success happen.To learn...2023-08-0129 min