Shows
Mastering Business SkillsBreaking Through the Messy Middle: Scaling Smart and Sustaining Growthđź“Ś Episode Summary:
In this episode of Mastering Business Skills, Erin Alli talks to Brad Eisenberg, founder of Be Lean, to talk about the real work of scaling a service-based business—and how to navigate the “messy middle” where growth becomes complex, chaotic, and sometimes overwhelming.
Brad shares his entrepreneurial journey from launching a bike-sharing startup in college to becoming COO of a fast-growing company, and ultimately creating a consulting firm that helps businesses scale with clarity, intention, and the right systems. He breaks down the four essential components of scalability, explains how to avoid shiny-object syndrome, and offer...2025-07-2439 min
Mastering Business SkillsThe Power of Play: Building Better Teams with Alexandra Suchmanđź“Ś Episode Summary:
In this thought-provoking episode of Mastering Business Skills, hosts Erin Alli and Sharon Savage sit down with Alexandra Suchman, CEO and co-founder of Barometer XP, to explore how play can transform workplace culture.
Alexandra shares how her background in organizational development and her curiosity about team dynamics led her to co-create a platform that uses games to spark trust, connection, and collaboration. From breaking down resistance to play at work to launching a searchable game database and facilitator certification program, Alexandra offers fresh, practical insights for anyone ready to improve how their team communicates and...2025-07-1728 min
Mastering Business SkillsFrom Trainer to CEO: Building Skills, Businesses & Impactđź“Ś Episode Summary:
In this inspiring episode of Mastering Business Skills, hosts Erin Alli and Sharon Savage sit down with Bernie DeSantis—Owner of Insignia Training Partners and founder of Growth Mode Engaged—to explore his journey from mortgage banker to leadership trainer to business owner. Bernie shares how he transitioned from corporate burnout to entrepreneur, what it really takes to run a business, and how listening, mentorship, and passion drive lasting success.
You’ll hear about:
How Bernie unexpectedly became a leadership trainer (hint: ropes courses and SWAT team simulations!)
The leap from cont...2025-07-1031 min
Mastering Business SkillsBuilding Digital Success: AI, Networking, and the Power of Optimized Websites with Kenny PerryHosts:Â Erin Alli & Sharon Savage
Guest:Â Kenny Perry, Founder of Organic Mindset Agency
Episode Overview:
In this episode of Mastering Business Skills, Erin Alli and Sharon Savage sit down with Kenny Perry, the visionary founder of Organic Mindset Agency. Kenny shares his journey from Halifax, Nova Scotia to leading a cutting-edge digital marketing agency operating between Wilmington, Delaware and Toronto, Canada. The conversation dives into the skills needed to launch a scalable business, the critical role of website optimization, and how AI is transforming digital marketing for entrepreneurs and service-based businesses.
Key Top...2025-07-0328 min
Mastering Business SkillsStrategic Marketing for Mid-Sized Law Firms with Erika Steinberg of CMO2Go
Guest: Erika Steinberg, Founder of CMO2Go
Hosts: Erin Alli and Sharon Savage
In this episode of Mastering Business Skills, we sit down with Erika Steinberg, founder of CMO2Go, to explore how mid-sized law firms can harness expert marketing strategies without the overhead of a full-time CMO. Erika shares her journey from senior marketing roles at global law firms to entrepreneurship, her insights into the unique marketing needs of law firms, and the lessons she’s learned along the way.
Key Discussion Points
Why CMO2Go?
Erika explains her motivation for...2025-06-2645 min
Mastering Business SkillsMastering Business Skills: From Overwhelmed Entrepreneur to Confident CEOÂ
Host:
Erin Alli and Sharon Savage
Guest:
Lauren Clack – Business Strategist & Coach
Episode Summary
In this episode of Mastering Business Skills, we welcome Lauren Clack, a business strategist and coach who helps purpose-driven women transform from overwhelmed entrepreneurs into confident, profit-focused CEOs. With over 20 years of experience in business operations, leadership, and strategy, Lauren built a multi-7-figure brick-and-mortar business before shifting her focus to coaching and mentorship. She proves that success doesn’t have to come at the cost of freedom.
Key Topics Covered
Lauren...2025-06-1929 min
Mastering Business SkillsWork-Life Balance, Mentorship, and Marketing Mastery: A Conversation with Monika JansenGuest:Â Monika Jansen, Head Copywriter & Strategist, Jansen Communications
Hosts: Erin Alli & Sharon Savage
In this episode of Mastering Business Skills, Erin and Sharon sit down with Monika Jansen, founder of Jansen Communications, to discuss her journey as a copywriter, content strategist, and small business owner. Monika shares her insights from over sixteen years of helping companies grow through effective lead generation, content marketing, and authentic messaging. She also opens up about building a business for flexibility, the importance of mentorship, and how she’s crafted a sustainable work-life balance.
Key Topics & Takeaways
Monika’s Path t...2025-06-1227 min
Mastering Business SkillsMastering Sales Confidence with Kim Fredrich: Practice, Process, and the Power of DelegationIn this episode of Mastering Business Skills, Erin Alli welcomes Kim Fredrich, a seasoned sales conversation specialist and co-creator of the Ultimate Lead Nurturing and Sales Conversion Guide. Kim shares her journey from reluctant marketer to passionate sales coach, offering practical wisdom for small business owners and entrepreneurs looking to overcome sales challenges and grow their confidence.
Listeners will hear Kim’s candid insights on building a business that fits your life, the importance of practicing sales conversations, and why clarity about your ideal client and offer is crucial. Kim also discusses the pitfalls of trying to do...2025-06-0535 min
Mastering Business SkillsFoundations, Flexibility & Tech: The Stories Behind the SkillsWelcome to the debut episode of the Mastering Business Skills Podcast, where your hosts Erin Alli and Sharon Savage pull back the curtain on their entrepreneurial journeys and the critical business skills that helped them thrive.
Erin, a Leadership and Operations Director, and Sharon, a seasoned Technical Virtual Assistant, share their experiences navigating motherhood, career changes, and building businesses that not only serve their clients but also fit their lives. This episode is an inspiring blend of origin stories, practical advice, and foundational insights into what it really takes to run a sustainable business from the inside...2025-05-2957 min