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Harmonious at LunchThe 3 Types of Value That Drive 9-Figure Business ExitsIs "value creation" just another empty buzzword in your business? Serial entrepreneur Lee Benson joins Harmonious at Lunch to explain how focusing on a more complete definition of value allowed him to sell his aerospace company for a staggering 21.6x multiple. He breaks down the common trap of focusing only on material value (like EBITDA) and presents his framework for holistic growth.Discover Lee's three pillars of value creation: Material, Emotional, and Spiritual (Connectedness). He explains how fostering positive emotional energy and strengthening team relationships directly fuels productive engagement and profitability. Learn how to operationalize these concepts...
2025-09-1322 min
Harmonious at LunchThis Employee Benefit Is Cheaper Than a Pay RaiseAre you looking for a competitive edge in talent retention that doesn't involve unpredictable pay raises? What if you could offer a high-value benefit that directly boosts your team's focus and productivity by reducing their number one stressor: money?Joel Miller, founder of Flames Financial Planning, joins Harmonious at Lunch to detail his disruptive flat-fee financial planning model, designed specifically as a B2B employee benefit. He explains why traditional percentage-based advisors overlook the 'mass affluent'—the very people who make up your workforce—and how providing them with comprehensive financial guidance (including tax prep and estate plan...
2025-09-1219 min
Harmonious at LunchHow Assistive AI Will Automate the Worst Parts of Your JobDiscover how this technology allows you to simply prompt an AI to handle tedious tasks like updating Salesforce records or sending invoices, freeing you and your team from the manual data entry that kills productivity. Matthew explains how to reframe AI as a personal assistant for every employee, how to roll it out in a growing company, and the operational checks needed to ensure your new AI team members work together effectively without duplicating efforts.In This Episode:[00:00] - Introduction: Moving beyond generative AI[01:15] - What is Assistive AI and How Does it...
2025-09-1122 min
Harmonious at LunchWhy 50% of New Hires Quit: A System to Design Your Company CultureIs your company culture an accident or an asset? If you're struggling with employee retention and performance, the problem isn't a lack of ping-pong tables; it's a lack of intentional design. M&A executive and strategy expert Matthew Person joins Harmonious at Lunch to challenge the idea that culture is a “squishy” concept.Matthew argues that copying the perks of “best places to work” is a flawed strategy leading to a 50% turnover rate for new hires in the first 18 months. He introduces his proprietary Square Management System, a concrete framework for building a high-performance organization. Learn how the “4 I...
2025-09-1019 min
Harmonious at LunchThe CEO's Real MBA: Leadership Lessons From a Failed NYC BarWhat if your biggest business failure at 22 became the foundation for a successful career on Wall Street? Scott Greenfield, a leader in the financial industry, joins Harmonious at Lunch to share his unconventional journey from owning a bar in New York City to becoming a top executive and mentor.Scott argues that the most critical business lessons—managing capitalization, building powerful relationships, and learning from failure—aren't taught in a classroom but are forged in the trenches. He breaks down how an undercapitalized bar venture taught him more than any formal education and how a single relationship buil...
2025-09-0918 min
Harmonious at LunchStop Building a Job: Exit Planning, Aligned Leadership & Culture That ScalesMost owners wait too long to think about an exit—don’t be one of them. Private equity operator Louis Kim joins us to break down how to design an exit-ready business by leading with values, clarity, and a customer-first culture. Topic: aligned leadership for succession planning, selling your business, and creating value that doesn’t depend on you.Louis shares why 70–75% of owners have no exit or succession plan, what “values-based operations” actually look like in small business acquisitions, and how a simple framework (autonomy, flat orgs, and experience-driven SOPs) boosts enterprise value. If you want a company th...
2025-09-0821 min
Harmonious at LunchYour Zoom Setup Is Costing You Sales: A Live Studio TeardownIs your webcam and poor lighting sabotaging your credibility on sales calls? In the age of video-first communication, your virtual presence can make or break a deal before you even state your value proposition. In a raw and candid episode, studio expert Junaid Ahmed joins Harmonious at Lunch to conduct a live teardown of our host's own setup, revealing the common mistakes that diminish authority and trust.This is not your typical interview. Junaid provides a masterclass on the critical elements of a professional video presence, demonstrating how small adjustments to framing, lighting, and audio create a...
2025-09-0619 min
Harmonious at LunchThe CEO's Real MBA: Leadership Lessons From a Failed NYC BarWhat if your biggest business failure at 22 became the foundation for a successful career on Wall Street? Scott Greenfield, a leader in the financial industry, joins Harmonious at Lunch to share his unconventional journey from owning a bar in New York City to becoming a top executive and mentor.Scott argues that the most critical business lessons—managing capitalization, building powerful relationships, and learning from failure—aren't taught in a classroom but are forged in the trenches. He breaks down how an undercapitalized bar venture taught him more than any formal education and how a single relationship buil...
2025-09-0518 min
Harmonious at LunchBeyond VAs: Boost Your Exit Value with Elite Remote Finance TeamsEvery entrepreneur dreams of a profitable exit, but are your operating costs silently eroding your company's value? Michael Haskell, a seasoned investor who has taken companies public, joins Harmonious at Lunch to reveal a potent strategy for maximizing your business valuation. He explains how he slashed a finance department's budget by two-thirds—from $300k to under $100k—without sacrificing quality.The secret isn't hiring entry-level VAs. This discussion focuses on building a robust, remote team of senior-level CPAs, accountants, and even fractional CFOs from a global talent pool in Southeast Asia. Learn how this approach not only dras...
2025-09-0520 min
Harmonious at LunchGrow Sales Without Ads: An Email & SMS Marketing GuideTired of pouring money into ads with unpredictable returns? Email and SMS marketing might be the most underutilized asset in your business. Nikita Vakhrushev, founder of Aspekt Agency and a specialist who has scaled over 100+ DTC brands, joins Harmonious at Lunch to lay out a clear framework for customer retention and growth.Discover the three core email automations every business must have (Welcome, Abandoned Cart, and Post-Purchase) and how to structure them effectively. Nikita explains his 80/20 rule for creating valuable content that builds trust before you sell, and shares the single biggest mistake he sees companies make...
2025-09-0418 min
Harmonious at LunchAchieve Any Business Goal: The Power of Focus & ExecutionAre your business goals just wishful thinking? If you're tired of setting targets with frameworks like SMART goals and falling short, this episode is your wake-up call. Serial entrepreneur Tanner Haas, who has founded four companies and sold two, joins Harmonious at Lunch to tear down conventional goal-setting advice he calls "fluff."Tanner argues that success isn't about writing down a long list of goals; it's about extreme focus. He shares Warren Buffett's method of identifying your top 25 priorities and then eliminating 22 of them. This conversation provides a concrete system for turning massive, vague goals like "hit $5...
2025-09-0321 min
Harmonious at LunchThe Wall Street Method for Emotion-Free Business DecisionsAre emotions clouding your critical business decisions? Holding onto an underperforming employee or a failing marketing campaign out of hope? Trader, investor, and author Anmol Singh joins Harmonious at Lunch to share the psychological framework elite traders use to stay disciplined and profitable, even when the stakes are high.This episode translates high-stakes trading tactics into practical business applications. Anmol explains why “hope is not a strategy” and how to adopt a “casino mindset” by building data-driven systems that give your business a predictable edge. Discover how to evaluate performance objectively, manage risk effectively, and remove costly emotiona...
2025-09-0322 min
Harmonious at LunchStop Collecting Cards: The Real Strategy for Business NetworkingDo you dread networking events that feel like a non-stop barrage of business cards and sales pitches? You're not alone. Rashesh Doshi, Managing Director of Talent Corner HR Services, joins Harmonious at Lunch to reframe how leaders should approach building connections. With over two decades of experience, Rashesh argues that the true power of networking is found in listening, not talking, and in giving, not just taking.He shares a compelling story of how his network came through during a family emergency, proving that real connections extend far beyond business referrals. This episode provides a framework for...
2025-09-0316 min
Harmonious at LunchA Founder's Blueprint for Business Launch & TurnaroundAre you launching a new venture or trying to fix a business that’s struggling? Many owners get sold the dream of 'turnkey' success, only to find themselves stuck. The problem often isn't a single silver bullet, but a failure in the foundational sequence of growth.Brandon Pflieger, a former marketing firm CEO turned successful Rockbox Fitness franchisee and consultant at Capital Growth Partners, joins Harmonious at Lunch to lay out his proven, 4-step blueprint for achieving immediate profitability and sustainable growth. He breaks down why marketing should be the LAST thing you focus on and reveals th...
2025-08-2619 min
Harmonious at LunchAI-Powered Health: Secret healthcare for maxed out founders and entrepreneursUsing AI to manage health markers so you can perform better in your business. In this candid solo talk, our host shares how he used Gemini AI to analyze his lab results and craft a personalized diet plan—leading to a 30-day drop from LDL 179→97 and blood pressure 159/95→117/80, plus a lower A1C. If you’re a busy founder or executive, this episode shows how AI can support smarter daily decisions without adding complexity, cost, or extra time.You’ll hear how he fed real data (labs, preferences, conditions) into AI to get meal plans, recipes, and on-the-fly...
2025-08-2218 min
Harmonious at LunchTaking on an $8,000 Product with a $300 AlternativeHow do you challenge a stale, high-cost industry when you're a startup? Michael Leung, founder of The Flo Group, joins Harmonious at Lunch to detail his plan for disrupting the hearing aid market. Driven by his own personal experience with a degenerative eye condition, Michael is building a business around an affordable, non-invasive alternative: open-ear bone conduction headphones with built-in amplification.This episode examines the strategy behind building a brand that serves overlooked communities. Michael discusses his go-to-market approach through senior homes, the deliberate choice to avoid a 'medical device' classification to maintain affordability, and how he's...
2025-08-2119 min
Harmonious at LunchWhy High Sales Can Bankrupt You & The 13-Week Cash Forecast FixAre your sales growing but your bank account isn't? This paradox of being "revenue rich but cash poor" is a silent threat that puts many 7- and 8-figure businesses on the path to failure. Ken LaCroix, founder of Insightful Partners, joins Harmonious at Lunch to explain this dangerous financial situation. He draws a critical line between traditional accounting (looking backward) and the forward-looking finance strategy that CEOs actually need for survival and growth.This episode is a must-listen for any owner tired of running their business from dated financial statements. Ken presents a practical tool—the 13-week ca...
2025-08-2121 min
Harmonious at LunchThe #1 Rule for Scaling: Never Pay for Customer TrafficThink you need a massive ad budget to scale your business? Think again. Kasim Aslam, who has built five 7- and 8-figure companies, joins Harmonious at Lunch to reveal the counterintuitive framework behind his 15-company portfolio: solve for traffic first, and never pay for it as a business model.This conversation detours from a simple hiring discussion into a masterclass on opportunity identification. Kasim argues that traffic is the single most expensive business asset, and the key to sustainable growth is to find where your customers already gather and solve a problem for them there. Learn how...
2025-08-2121 min
Harmonious at LunchProgramming an AI with a Coach's Brain: The Future of Executive MentorshipIs generative AI a viable tool for high-level executive coaching, or just a sophisticated search engine? Brandon Held joins Harmonious at Lunch to demonstrate how he's moved beyond standard AI limitations. He has programmed and built his own custom GPT, embedding his unique life coaching methodology directly into the model. This isn't about generic prompts; it's a guided experience designed to function like a conversation with Brandon himself.This discussion explores the practical applications of custom AI for leaders and entrepreneurs. We cover the critical difference between information-retrieval AI and a true coaching AI, the process of...
2025-08-0619 min
Harmonious at LunchLeading a Remote Team of 125+ People You've Never MetHow do you effectively lead a large team when you've never shaken their hands or shared an office? What are the non-obvious mistakes that cause remote teams to fail? Carmen Williams, who went from being a socially awkward child to the leader of a 125-person remote team, joins Harmonious at Lunch to deliver a masterclass in virtual leadership.This conversation is essential for entrepreneurs and executives looking to scale their business with a global workforce. Carmen details her journey and the hard-won lessons from managing a team she has largely never met in person. Learn the practical...
2025-08-0522 min
Harmonious at LunchBeyond Greenwashing: A Real ROI on Environmental ImpactAre your sustainability efforts a drain on your P&L with no clear return? For most companies, vague environmental claims and complex reports fail to connect with customers, resulting in wasted investment. This episode confronts that reality head-on, presenting a tangible strategy to turn your environmental initiatives into a powerful marketing engine that boosts sales and brand loyalty.Amory Csiky Alvarez, the 18-year-old founder of Forest Delivery, joins Harmonious at Lunch to detail her direct and effective model: planting one tree for every product sold. She explains why this concrete action cuts through consumer skepticism and how...
2025-08-0520 min
Harmonious at LunchAI Calendar Audit: Find & Fix Your Biggest Time Wasting ActivitiesDo you end your week feeling busy but not productive, wondering where your time actually went? In this special weekly update, Harmonious at Lunch host Brandon shares a powerful method to get an honest, data-driven look at your schedule. He provides a step-by-step, screen-share demonstration of how he uses AI—specifically Anthropic's Claude—to perform a detailed time audit directly from his Google Calendar and other connected apps.This episode is a practical tutorial for any business owner looking to separate "signal from noise" in their daily work. Discover the exact prompt to use to have an AI a...
2025-08-0121 min
Harmonious at LunchEscape the 80-Hour Week: A CEO's Guide to Family & FocusIs it possible to be a top-tier business owner AND a present parent? USA Today & Wall Street Journal bestselling author Rob Finlay joins Harmonious at Lunch to dismantle the myth that you must sacrifice one for the other. Having built and sold four companies while raising four children, Rob shares his raw journey from being what he calls “Fat Rob”—where business stress physically manifested—to reclaiming his health and family time.This episode is a tactical guide for any leader feeling stretched thin. Rob details the exact calendar management system he used to ditch the 100-hour workweek...
2025-07-3120 min
Harmonious at LunchThe Real Reason You Procrastinate & Self-Sabotage Your GoalsIs chronic procrastination, perfectionism, or a crippling sense of imposter syndrome stalling your business momentum? You're not alone, and it's not just a matter of willpower. Dr. Albert Bramante (Talent Agent, Psychology Professor, & Author of 'Rise Above the Script') joins Harmonious at Lunch to dissect the real psychological roots of self-sabotage that hold entrepreneurs back.This episode offers a practical framework to move from inaction to execution. Dr. Bramante reveals why procrastination is often a symptom of a much deeper issue, why traditional to-do lists fail, and the actionable system he used to finally write his book...
2025-07-3118 min
Harmonious at LunchBeyond Prompts: Re-engineer Your Thinking to Master AIAre you stuck in an endless cycle of 'prompt engineering,' trying to get better results from AI tools like ChatGPT? What if the secret to better output isn't the prompt, but the way you think?Russell Van Brocklen (The Dyslexia Professor) joins Harmonious at Lunch to share a powerful problem-solving framework that he originally developed to help dyslexic students achieve extraordinary academic gains. He demonstrates how this same "Context, Problem, Solution" model allows any business leader to use AI with surgical precision. Learn his process for using AI to conduct granular deep research, build proposals that...
2025-07-2919 min
Harmonious at LunchWhat's Your Problem-Solving Style? The 5 Profiles for Better DecisionsIs your team composed of diverse thinkers or are you accidentally hiring people who approach problems exactly like you do? This common leadership blind spot can lead to major strategic errors.Cheryl Strauss Einhorn, investigative journalist and creator of the AREA Method, returns to Harmonious at Lunch to detail her five "Problem Solver Profiles." She explains how everyone defaults to one of five styles—the Adventurer, Detective, Listener, Thinker, or Visionary—and how each has specific strengths and cognitive biases. Learn how to identify your own style, diagnose your team's collective profile, and leverage creative conflict between diff...
2025-07-2920 minHarmonious at LunchThis Networking Mistake Is K*lling Your Business GrowthEver walk out of a networking meeting feeling like you were just a walking dollar sign? In this solo episode, Harmonious at Lunch host Brandon gets brutally honest about a recent encounter that highlights the biggest problem in modern business networking.If you're tired of transactional conversations that go nowhere, this is a must-listen. Brandon breaks down why a 'sales-first' approach guarantees you won't be remembered and will never get a referral. He challenges every business owner to look in the mirror and ask: Are you building genuine relationships or just collecting leads? Discover the long-term, ethical...
2025-07-2510 min
Harmonious at LunchMastering Your Morning: The Mindset Shift for Business GrowthHow does the first hour of your day dictate your success as a leader? For many business owners, the morning is a frantic rush. This episode challenges that norm with Michael Klassen, co-founder and host of the 5AM Podcast. With a deep background in broadcast television and media production, Michael joins Harmonious at Lunch to detail why a purposeful morning routine is a non-negotiable strategic asset for any executive.We go beyond just waking up early and discuss the core components that drive performance: cultivating genuine gratitude to improve decision-making and developing an abundance mindset to spot...
2025-07-2317 min
Harmonious at LunchFuture-Proof Your Marketing: The New Power of YouTube, AI & Strategic StorytellingIs your current marketing strategy built on a foundation that's quickly becoming obsolete? Award-winning author and TV producer Aurora Winter joins Harmonious at Lunch to explain why traditional SEO is losing its grip and what business leaders must do to stay visible. The new trifecta for authority? A presence on Amazon, dominance on YouTube (the world's #2 search engine), and a powerful story that ensures you're found by AI.This episode details a modern content strategy for entrepreneurs feeling stretched thin. Aurora shares her contrarian approach to YouTube—focusing on timely “breaking news” over crowded evergreen content—and reveals...
2025-07-2221 min
Harmonious at LunchA CFO's Truth: Why Your Business Is Bleeding Cash (It's Not Lack of Funding)Think you need a massive cash injection from VCs to succeed? Fractional CFO and former investment banker Stan Sukhinin joins Harmonious at Lunch to argue that for most businesses, capital is NOT the primary problem. He reveals the dangerous myth that drives founders to chase funding before they have a viable business model, a trap that often leads to failure.Stan unpacks the two real reasons most companies struggle: a lack of customers and poor gross margins. Discover why many founders use the hunt for capital to avoid the uncomfortable but essential work of sales and product...
2025-07-2222 min
Harmonious at LunchThis Simple Daily Habit Drives Extreme Productivity & FocusWhy do so many high-achievers credit their success to one strikingly simple habit? Veteran real estate investor and mentor Dennis Henson joins Harmonious at Lunch to detail the single most effective action for achieving long-term professional and personal growth. After mentoring hundreds of successful students, he identified the one common denominator: the daily habit of reading positive material aligned with your primary goal.This episode breaks down how this small, consistent action serves as a powerful tool for business leaders. Dennis explains how to use this method to maintain motivation, gain critical clarity on your objectives, and...
2025-07-2218 min
Harmonious at LunchMy AI Lead Gen Bot Failed For 5 Weeks: A Lesson in Calendar & Revenue FocusAre you busy, or are you productive? In this weekly update, Harmonious at Lunch host Brandon Smith gets transparent about how a simple scheduling request exposed major cracks in his own productivity system. He shares the candid story of discovering his automated AI lead generation "robots" had been silently broken for five weeks, potentially costing the company significant revenue opportunities.This episode is a real-world case study in applying the "Signal vs. Noise" framework to your business. Brandon details the exact steps he took to execute a complete calendar overhaul, why he ditched third-party apps like Calendly...
2025-07-1811 min
Harmonious at LunchThe Profit First Formula: End the 'Busy & Broke' Cycle for GoodAre you running a high-revenue business but still feel broke at the end of the month? You're not alone. This is a common symptom of a broken financial system, not a broken business.Debbie Deknight of Right Way Profits joins Harmonious at Lunch to break down the Profit First cash management system, a method designed to end the cycle of high revenue and low (or no) profit. Discover why the traditional "Sales - Expenses = Profit" formula keeps you on a hamster wheel and how flipping the equation to "Sales - Profit = Expenses" forces financial discipline and exposes...
2025-07-1621 min
Harmonious at LunchKeep More Profit: Simple Tax Strategies Your Accountant Hasn't MentionedAre you leaving money on the table every year by treating tax season as just a once-a-year event in April? For most business owners, the answer is a resounding yes. It's not about what you make; it's about what you keep.Tax expert and host of the Tax Savings Podcast, Mike Jesowshek, joins Harmonious at Lunch to demystify the tax code. He argues that tax planning isn't about finding sketchy loopholes—it's about legally using the incentives the government WANTS you to use. Mike explains the critical mindset shift from after-tax to pre-tax spending and details core st...
2025-07-1422 min
Harmonious at LunchIs Bank Credit Card Debt a Scam? A 45-Day Removal StrategyIs the $1.3 trillion in bank-issued credit card debt weighing down business owners a legitimate obligation, or is it based on a systemic banking fallacy? Tommy Kilpatrick, an author and entrepreneur with a background in accounting, joins Harmonious at Lunch to present a startling claim: your bank-issued credit card debt may not be a real debt at all.After being left with $85,000 in credit card debt from a business deal gone wrong, Tommy challenged the banks in federal court. He argues that without an invoice or a signed promissory note, banks have no legal standing for the debt...
2025-07-1424 min
Harmonious at LunchWhy Human-First Marketing is Your Best Defense Against AIIs your content getting lost in the sea of AI-generated noise? In an era where everything is starting to sound and look the same, your greatest competitive advantage isn't a new tool—it's your people.Phil Treagus-Evans, founder of Giraffe Social Media and author of an Amazon bestseller, joins Harmonious at Lunch to detail his potent "Human-First Marketing" approach. He argues that B2B and B2C are misnomers; all business is Human-to-Human (H2H). This conversation breaks down how to fight the "great homogenization of content" by leaning into what makes you unique: your team, your cu...
2025-07-1418 min
Harmonious at LunchThe CEO Productivity Secret: Finding Your 80% 'Signal' to Eliminate NoiseAre you constantly busy but feel like your business isn't moving forward? In this solo episode, the host of Harmonious at Lunch shares a critical business concept from Kevin O'Leary that radically changed how he manages his time and focus: Signal vs. Noise.Discover the simple framework used by top performers like Steve Jobs and Elon Musk to identify which tasks actually contribute to growth (the "signal") and which are just distractions (the "noise"). This episode is a candid look at how most entrepreneurs accidentally spend their weeks on low-impact activities and provides a...
2025-07-1108 min
Harmonious at LunchThe $1M Solopreneur Formula: 79% Profit on 15 Hours a WeekWhat if you could hit $1M in revenue working just 15 hours a week? For most entrepreneurs, that's the dream. For Chris Miles of Money Ripples, it was the reality that forced a critical decision. He joins Harmonious at Lunch to detail his journey from a national ballroom dance competitor to a marathon-running entrepreneur who achieved a staggering 79% profit margin as a solopreneur.But this isn't just a success story. Chris explains the pivotal moment he chose to build a team before burnout, deliberately scaling to protect his time and freedom. We explore the mindset required to trade...
2025-07-1021 minHarmonious at LunchReset Your Financial Thermostat & Stop Sabotaging Your WealthWhy do some business owners consistently hit an income ceiling, no matter how hard they work? According to money and mindset expert Pericles Rellas, it's not about strategy—it's about your internal "Financial Thermostat." For over 25 years, Pericles has helped leaders see how their relationship with money is a direct mirror of their relationship with themselves, creating subconscious limits on their earnings and success.In this episode of Harmonious at Lunch, Pericles explains the framework behind his Financial Thermostat™ concept. Discover the signs that your own money mindset is holding your business back, how thes...
2025-07-1020 min
Harmonious at LunchThe Multi-Business Playbook: Knowing When to ScaleHow do you decide which business ventures to scale and which to simply maintain? Serial entrepreneur Jeff Peterson, who has built a 7-business empire from the ground up, joins Harmonious at Lunch to share his incredible journey and strategic insights. Starting from a one-man upholstery shop, Jeff explains his "yacht vs. bass boat" theory of business potential and why real estate became his ultimate vehicle for wealth.Discover the crucial question every multi-passionate entrepreneur must ask: Is this growth opportunity a smart business decision or just a move for the ego? Jeff breaks down why he chooses...
2025-07-0323 minHarmonious at LunchBreak the Feast or Famine Cycle: A Creative's Guide to ScaleAre you a business owner trapped in the exhausting "feast or famine" cycle of constantly juggling sales and fulfillment? Lesle Lane, a third-generation photographer with 30 years of experience running Studio Thirteen, joins Harmonious at Lunch to share her powerful story of resilience, burnout, and strategic transformation. She discusses the immense mental health burden of being the primary producer and rainmaker in a creative business.Discover the inflection point that forced Lesle to completely overhaul her family's traditional business model. Learn how she built a modern, lean, and scalable company by strategically delegating to 1099 contractors and making the...
2025-07-0220 minHarmonious at LunchWhat I Learned from Scaling 10 Legacy Brands on AmazonIs your established business leaving money on the table by not mastering direct-to-consumer channels like Amazon? Joshua Lee, founder of First Light Studios, joins Harmonious at Lunch to discuss how legacy brands can successfully scale into the competitive world of e-commerce. He addresses the common fears that hold owners back—from cannibalizing wholesale relationships to the complexity of online logistics and pricing.Discover Joshua's "retail readiness" assessment for determining if your products are financially viable for online sales. Learn about the crucial and often-overlooked battle for the Amazon "Buy Box"—and why professional sellers might be outselling you...
2025-07-0125 minHarmonious at LunchCash Flow Mastery: The Secret Beyond Your P&LIs your business profitable on paper but constantly struggling with cash in the bank? Mike Milan, better known as "Cash Flow Mike," joins Harmonious at Lunch to demystify business financials and help owners stop being "dumb" about their numbers (which he defines as being uninformed, not unintelligent!). With a track record of building 14 companies, Mike shares his powerful, real-world framework for understanding how money truly moves.Discover the critical difference between vertical cash movement (profitability) and horizontal cash movement (timing). Learn how to calculate your "financial gap" to understand your true working capital needs, why gross profit...
2025-06-3021 minHarmonious at LunchAI Search, Real Estate & More: A Weekly Business BreakdownThis week on the Harmonious at Lunch recap, host Brandon Gano provides his candid, behind-the-scenes take on four wide-ranging conversations. He brings you the highlights and his honest thoughts on episodes with Fuquan Bilal, Darin Roberge, Al Kushner, and Steven Schneider.Discover the powerful mindset needed to build passive wealth through real estate investing with Fuquan, and learn why empowering others is key to scaling. Get a new perspective on the entrepreneurial journey with Darin's story of following passion through 15 different businesses. Hear Brandon's candid thoughts on LinkedIn strategy after his chat with Al, and most importantly...
2025-06-2718 minHarmonious at LunchWinning the AI Search Game: Your Content SEO PlaybookIs your business prepared for the next evolution of search? Steven Schneider, Co-Founder and CEO of TrioSEO, joins Harmonious at Lunch to discuss the critical merge of AI and SEO. He explains why the rise of Google AI Mode, ChatGPT, and other AI search platforms presents a massive opportunity for businesses that adapt, similar to the early days of Google.Discover why deep, high-quality, human-written content is the new cornerstone for building authority and ranking in AI search results—and why AI "spray and pray" content tactics are doomed to fail. Steven breaks down the importance of st...
2025-06-2623 minHarmonious at LunchLinkedIn Growth: A 1-Hour Weekly PlaybookStruggling to make LinkedIn work for your business? Al Kushner, an award-winning author and LinkedIn Growth Strategist, joins Harmonious at Lunch to demystify the platform and provide a clear, actionable playbook. He moves beyond basic profile tweaks to share the strategies that actually drive visibility, build authority, and create meaningful business connections for entrepreneurs and thought leaders.Discover why your headline is prime real estate for keywords, the crucial (and often neglected) role of recommendations in building trust, and why native video is key to standing out. Al also lays out a practical 1-hour-per-week growth strategy, combining...
2025-06-2519 minHarmonious at LunchBeyond Burnout: The Passion-Driven Entrepreneur's PathHow do you build a successful career that stays aligned with your passions without leading to burnout? Darin Roberge, an entrepreneur who has navigated about 15 different businesses, joins Harmonious at Lunch to discuss his journey of constant evolution. From the music industry to the high-end collector car world, Darin shares how he has used his passions as a compass for his career transitions.Discover how to handle the common challenge of a passion turning into "work" by evolving your interests and finding new outlets. Darin also dives into his unique model of blending his for-profit companies with...
2025-06-2420 min
Harmonious at LunchScaling Smart: A Real Estate Investor's PlaybookLooking for alternative income sources to grow your wealth without creating another job for yourself? Fuquan Bilal, founder of NNG Capital Fund, joins Harmonious at Lunch to share his 25-year journey in real estate investing. From starting with individual deals to raising over $50 million and managing a diverse portfolio, Fuquan breaks down the path to scalable success.Discover why he believes a lack of education—not capital—is the biggest barrier holding entrepreneurs back from real estate, and how building know, like, and trust is essential for attracting investors. Fuquan also details his shift to a pooled capi...
2025-06-2318 min
Harmonious at LunchBusiness Blueprint: AI Branding, Systems & Team GrowthThis week on the Harmonious at Lunch recap, host Brandon Gano dives into the essential takeaways from four powerful conversations with expert guests. After a call for listener feedback on future topics, Brandon breaks down the week's strategic themes, covering everything from operational systems to the future of AI search.Discover the impact of a structured employee onboarding process with David Forster and why it's critical for long-term retention. Hear Brandon's urgent warning about the coming "AI Bubble" and get actionable advice from Jason Barnard on how to "educate" AI to control your brand's digital narrative. Learn...
2025-06-2021 min
Harmonious at LunchBootstrapped to Scale: A Decade of Tech Agency LessonsWhat does it really take to build and scale a tech agency from the ground up, without outside funding? Meeky Hwang, CEO & Partner at Ndevr, joins Harmonious at Lunch to share her ten-year journey of bootstrapping a successful WordPress development agency. She discusses her "accidental" start to entrepreneurship, navigating early challenges like non-competes, and the vital role peer masterminds played in overcoming founder naivete.Discover the "boring" but crucial secrets to their sustained growth: a disciplined focus on data, spreadsheets, and quarterly goal reviews to stay on track. Meeky also explores how their business model evolved from...
2025-06-1919 min
Harmonious at LunchCombat Workplace Ageism: A Growth StrategyIs an unexamined bias holding your business back? Corinne Auman, founder of Choice Care Navigators and author of "Keenagers," joins Harmonious at Lunch to discuss ageism in the workplace—a pervasive issue affecting both young and older professionals. This isn't just a social topic; it's a strategic business conversation about building stronger, more resilient teams.Discover how stereotypes about age can limit your hiring pool and why creating a multi-generational workforce is a competitive advantage. Corinne dives into how to recognize our own inherent age biases, practical steps to create "age-free" hiring processes, and the powerful research sh...
2025-06-1821 min
Harmonious at LunchThe Brand Control Crisis: How Google & AI Are Changing Marketing ForeverWhat do Google, ChatGPT, and other AI models say when someone asks about you or your business? Are you in control of that narrative? Jason Barnard, "The Brand SERP Guy" and founder of CaliCube, joins Harmonious at Lunch to discuss how to "educate" these powerful AI systems to present you accurately and authoritatively. This isn't traditional SEO; it's a new approach to online reputation management for the age of AI.Discover Jason's powerful "Claim, Frame, and Prove" method for building a clear and consistent digital footprint that AI understands and trusts. He shares his personal story of...
2025-06-1721 min
Harmonious at LunchFrom Chaos to Control: Systemize Your Service BusinessConstantly feeling like you're firefighting and can't find "good people" for your service business? David Forster, Fractional Integrator and founder of Systems Over Sweat, joins Harmonious at Lunch to challenge that common belief. He argues that up to 94% of business issues are actually PROCESS problems, not people problems. Your team doesn't lack common sense; they likely lack a clear system to follow.This episode dives into creating operational efficiency, particularly for home service and trades companies looking to scale. David shares his expert framework for identifying your biggest process gaps—often in decision-making and team handoffs. Discover ho...
2025-06-1620 min
Harmonious at LunchThe Whole Entrepreneur: A Weekly Leadership BreakdownThis week on the Harmonious at Lunch recap, host Brandon Gano shares his insights on four impactful conversations and reflects on the crucial importance of being a "whole entrepreneur"—focusing on mind, body, and business. He discusses why this theme became especially relevant after a personal health challenge, reinforcing the show's mission to help leaders build sustainable success.This week's roundup covers a wide spectrum, from purpose-driven leadership and faith with Peter Awad to strategic decision-making frameworks with Cheryl Einhorn. Brandon explores the power of building teams through love and authenticity as discussed with Paul H Flowers Jr...
2025-06-1315 min
Harmonious at LunchAvoid These Subconscious Mindset Pitfalls That Are Killing Your GoalsWhat if the biggest obstacle to your success is a subconscious program you don't even know is running? Dr. Alain Salas, a mind & body expert and creator of the Mind Clearing system, joins Harmonious at Lunch to discuss how our minds are programmed from a young age with limiting beliefs that dictate up to 95% of our lives. He explains how these hidden programs create self-sabotaging loops that prevent us from achieving our goals.Discover Dr. Salas's compelling 3-step method to "reprogram" your mind for success: DELETE the limiting belief, DOWNLOAD an empowering one, and CREATE your desired...
2025-06-1225 min
Harmonious at LunchYour Weekly Edge: Mindset, Exits, & Market GapsThis week on the Harmonious at Lunch recap, host Brandon Gano distills the essential strategies from four powerful conversations designed to give you a competitive edge. This week's guests—Marla Ballard, James DuBos, Victor Vauss, and Michael Cole—covered a wide spectrum of topics, from personal energy to strategic business exits.Brandon breaks down the core lessons, starting with Marla Ballard's deep dive into the quantum principles of business and why personal alignment is crucial for sustainable success. He then covers the vital importance of building an "exit-ready" business with James DuBos, sharing personal stories on why this...
2025-06-0913 min
Harmonious at LunchThe 'Why You?' Factor: Authentic Leadership & VisionAre you leading from a place of true alignment, or are you caught in a cycle of striving without genuine fulfillment? Peter Awad, a coach to Christian businessmen, joins Harmonious at Lunch to discuss the profound impact of owning your unique identity as a leader. He explores why many of us, regardless of our role, don't fully see ourselves as leaders and often pursue goals or use solutions that aren't the right fit.Discover Peter's simple yet powerful framework – asking "What are your superpowers? What do you want work to look like? What incentives do you desire?" – to h...
2025-06-0922 min
Harmonious at LunchWhy Skilled Labor is the New Gold RushForget the usual tech buzz for a moment – the next real gold rush might be in an area many overlook: the skilled trades. Michael Cole, founder of Next Level Technician and a rapidly growing entrepreneur, joins Harmonious at Lunch to discuss why hundreds of thousands of crucial trade jobs (think electricians, plumbers, infrastructure techs) are going unfilled and how this presents a massive opportunity.Michael dives into the root causes of this skilled labor shortage, from shifts in the education system to outdated perceptions of trade careers. Discover how modern approaches, including leveraging social media to make tr...
2025-06-0519 min
Harmonious at LunchFrom Scratch to Scale: A Modern Growth PlaybookThinking of launching a new venture or even overhauling an existing one with a "start from zero" mindset? Victor Vauss, an entrepreneur who turned a mere $300 into a $30 million online business empire, joins Harmonious at Lunch to share his no-fluff strategies for rapid scaling. He dives into how today's tools, especially AI, allow for quick demand testing of digital and physical products, emphasizing the power of hyper-niching to gain initial traction.Discover Victor's journey of building systems designed for 10X growth before heavily investing in ads, his early marketing wins with low-cost Reddit ads and community building...
2025-06-0423 min
Harmonious at LunchBuild to Thrive: The Exit-Ready Business AdvantageWant more freedom and options as a business owner, whether you plan to sell or not? James DuBos, an entrepreneur with 35 years of experience founding 10 companies and exiting 7, joins Harmonious at Lunch to discuss why building an "exit-ready" business is crucial. He explains how this approach provides not just a potential payday, but essential resilience against life's unexpected turns and the path to true entrepreneurial freedom by making your business less founder-dependent.Discover key attributes from James's "Exit Ready Method," including the power of structuring recurring revenue versus one-time transactions, managing customer concentration effectively...
2025-06-0321 min
Harmonious at LunchHeart-Powered Intention: Fuel Your Business Quantum LeapReady to tap into a deeper source of power for your business and life? 🤔 What if your intentions, aligned with your heart, could create quantum shifts in your reality? This episode explores the fascinating intersection of quantum principles, intention, and practical business success.Meet Marla Ballard, CEO of YU2SHINE and a pioneer in Quantum Personal Development, here to guide us. ✨⚡The foundational idea: Everything is energy. You, your thoughts, your business – all energy. When you create a conscious thought, an intention, you're literally sending out a signal, beginning to shift the energy around yo...
2025-06-0221 min
Harmonious at LunchWhy Investing in Group Coaching has a Higher ROI Than Investing in R&DWhat if investing in your people delivered a higher ROI than your R&D budget? 🤯 It sounds bold, but the data on strategic employee development, particularly through group coaching, is compelling. This episode explores how focusing on your team's growth can dramatically reduce costs and build a thriving organization.Meet Francie Jain, founder of Terawatt, a B2B marketplace likened to an "Airbnb for executive coaches." 🏡💼💡Francie believes that thriving communities are built by individuals striving to be their best. Terawatt connects employers with expert coaches, making impactful group education accessible. The core idea? When p...
2025-05-2926 min
Harmonious at LunchThis One Loyalty Hack Could Double Your Business (And No One’s Talking About It)Want customers so loyal they become your best advocates, practically "addicted" to your business? 🤩 It's not magic; it's about deep human connection. This episode unveils "The Loyalty Loop," a powerful framework for turning clients into raving fans who eagerly promote you.Meet Ray Lozano, a behavioral engagement expert and awarded stand-up comic, who reverse-engineered the science of connection. 🧠🎤🔄Ray's journey is fascinating – from studying addiction to helping kids, parents, and now businesses foster profound bonds. The core idea? If we can understand what makes people "stick," we can apply those principles to build unbreakable cu...
2025-05-2825 min
Harmonious at LunchThe SHOCKING Truth About Patenting Your Idea Nobody Tells YouGot a game-changing invention or a unique solution to a problem? 🤔 Understanding when and how to protect your intellectual property with a patent can be a minefield. This episode demystifies the patent process for entrepreneurs and innovators.Meet Austin Bonderer, an engineer with a law degree, who brings a practical, real-world perspective to patent strategy. 💡🛠️When should you even start thinking about a patent? Austin shares his own origin story – inventing a wireless smoke detector as a young adult after a near fire, a project that became his university thesis! 🔥 The core principle: If you find your...
2025-05-2722 min
Harmonious at LunchWhat's REALLY Going on with DOGE in the US GovernmentHeard the term "DOGE" dominating the news about the U.S. government? 🤔 Feeling uncertain about how these major shifts and budget discussions might impact your business, especially if you're in or considering government contracting? This episode cuts through the noise with a practical, non-political perspective.Meet Kevin Jans, a government contracting expert with decades of experience on both the buyer and seller side, here to help you make sense of it all. 🧭🌪️In times of widespread change and uncertainty, it's easy to react to every headline. Kevin advises: Be a thermostat, not a thermometer...
2025-05-2625 min
Harmonious at LunchWhy Clarity Beats Motivation—and How to Get It FastFeeling stuck, just spinning your wheels in your business without real traction? 😫 What if the secret to consistent progress isn't more motivation, but crystal-clear CLARITY? This episode dives into why knowing exactly what you want is the most powerful driver for achieving your business goals.Meet Jake Smolarek, a high-performance coach and entrepreneur, who shares his framework for turning vague aspirations into tangible results. 🧭🎯Why is clarity so crucial? When you ask someone, "What do you actually want?" many struggle to answer with precision. But once your vision is clear (like deciding you want a re...
2025-05-2219 min
Harmonious at LunchAre You Using These 5 CRUCIAL Skills to Get Ahead in Business?Are you mastering the right skills to truly elevate your business? 🚀 It's not just about working harder; it's about working smarter with focused abilities. This episode unpacks five crucial skills that distinguish thriving entrepreneurs from those stuck in the daily grind.Meet Tracey Sundkvist, a growth coach with a decade of experience helping business owners pinpoint the 20% of activities that yield 80% of results. 🎯⏱️Skill #1: Ruthless Prioritizing Stop letting your time control YOU. Are you firefighting or strategically building? Tracey breaks down where your hours should go (Hint: more "Entrepreneur," less "Technician"). Understand why spending m...
2025-05-2123 min
Harmonious at LunchWant to Boost Sales? AI Powered Human2Human Marketing SecretsTired of endless scrolling and clicking just to make a new business connection? 🖱️😩 What if Artificial Intelligence could handle the frustrating, repetitive tasks, freeing YOU up for genuine, human-to-human conversations? This episode dives into a unique approach where AI kickstarts authentic engagement.Meet Gillian Utesch, founder of Broken Glass Ceiling Marketing, who accidentally built a solution to her own digital networking nightmare. 🚀🌐Many entrepreneurs crave real connections but find online outreach a draining, inefficient numbers game. Hours spent sending messages, only to get discouraged by low response rates... sound familiar? Gillian shares her story of how p...
2025-05-2024 min
Harmonious at LunchWhat if Spiritual Leadership Was The KEY To Unlocking SuccessIs there more to truly effective leadership than just IQ and EQ? 🤔 What if a deeper form of intelligence holds the key to inspiring teams and achieving extraordinary results? This episode dives into the power of Spiritual Intelligence (SQ) in the workplace.Meet Dr. Yosi Amram, a psychologist, executive coach, and pioneering researcher in SQ, who bridges ancient wisdom with modern science. 🧑🔬✨🧠What exactly is Spiritual Intelligence? It's not about religion or specific spiritual beliefs. SQ is your ability to draw upon and embody universal qualities like purpose, service, gratitude, humility, presence, and compassion in yo...
2025-05-1923 min
Harmonious at LunchThe ABSOLUTE BEST Way to Scale Your Brand with AI-Powered ContentWant to scale your business using powerful content and smart AI? 🚀 Many entrepreneurs know they need to create content, but struggle with the "how" and the "when." This episode dives into building a strong personal brand, creating valuable content, and leveraging AI to reclaim your precious time.Meet Nathan Newberry, who has journeyed from pastor to agency owner to sales leader, mastering the art of scaling with systems. 💡🗣️Why is content and a personal brand so crucial today? As Richard Branson shared, branding is key. Your online presence needs to deliver value. Forget random pizz...
2025-05-1518 min
Harmonious at Lunch5 Secrets to Creating Content That Actually ConvertsStruggling to create content that actually grows your business? 😫 It’s a common battle – feeling like you’re constantly feeding an insatiable internet beast with limited time and resources. This episode dives into making your content creation strategic, impactful, and efficient.Meet Ryann Liebl, an award-winning filmmaker and creative agency leader, who shares her extensive experience working with brands from Fortune 500s to emerging businesses. 🎬🌐The digital landscape demands content. It's no longer optional. Younger generations especially use online content – from your website to social media (even TikTok searches!) – to vet your company, understand your cul...
2025-05-1423 min
Harmonious at LunchDigital Age Leadership: Lead Through Tech, Not Just With ItNavigating leadership in today's rapidly changing digital world? 🌪️ Constant tech disruptions can feel overwhelming, demanding a new approach. This episode explores how to effectively lead when technology is central to everything.Meet Mike Peterson, author and seasoned HR/IT executive, who shares a modern take on leadership. 💡Traditional leadership qualities are still vital, but they need a new framework. Mike discusses three timeless competencies for leaders: Trust 🤝 Transparent Communication 🗣️ Accountability ✅ All wrapped in a re-imagined "Servant Leadership" – ensuring your team has the technology they need to thrive.🚀Stop just using technology as a tool. Start leadin...
2025-05-1323 min
Harmonious at LunchCan Market Niching REALLY Boost Your Profits OvernightFeeling spread thin trying to be everything to everyone in your business? 😫 It's a common entrepreneurial trap, leading to diluted messages, wasted effort, and stalled growth. This episode dives deep into the strategic power of niching down to accelerate success.Meet Kevin Jans, founder of Skyway Acquisition, who shares his hard-won experience in mastering a niche within the complex world of government contracting. 🎯😵💫Trying to serve everybody often results in effectively serving nobody well. Kevin discusses the early days of trying to help anyone in GovCon – a path filled with frustration, poor client fits, and a lack...
2025-05-0724 min
Harmonious at LunchWealth While You Sleep: Mindset & Scalable StrategyDreaming of building wealth without creating another demanding job for yourself? 😴💰 The idea of "passive income" sounds appealing, but the reality often falls short. Many common approaches, like owning a few rental houses, end up consuming far more time and energy than expected.This episode dives into the truth about passive income with guest Bronson Hill. 🧭 Discover why true financial freedom often requires a different strategy and, crucially, a different mindset.🤔Let's debunk the passive income myths. Is managing a handful of single-family rentals really passive? Bronson argues NO. Dealing with managers, tenants, repairs – it...
2025-05-0619 min
Harmonious at LunchThis Week's Strategy Mix: Branding, Sales, & SurvivalReady for a power-packed distillation of this week's business wisdom? 🚀Host Brandon Gano brings together key ideas from fascinating conversations covering a spectrum of entrepreneurial challenges and opportunities.From crafting an authentic brand voice to escaping the founder sales trap, preventing costly mistakes, and managing your most vital resource – your energy.Let's recap the actionable strategies shared by this week's guests!🗣️✨First up, we revisited authentic branding with Hersh Rephun.Remember the importance of developing fluency in your brand language, moving beyond stiff...
2025-05-0216 min
Harmonious at LunchEscape Entrepreneurial Hell: Dante's Inferno & Your Business🔥 What does Dante's Inferno, a 14th-century epic poem about a journey through hell, have to do with building a thriving business today?🌮 Meet Alexander Concepcion: He burned his diplomas, built a top Texas real estate brokerage (taco-themed!), and wrote "Survival First." He argues that most business advice ignores the human cost and journey.💔 We celebrate success stories, but Alexander explains why understanding failure (like the layers in Dante's hell) is crucial. Business school teaches formulas but often forgets your most critical resource.⚡ That resource? Your person...
2025-05-0121 min
Harmonious at LunchAvoid COSTLY Growth Mistakes with PROVEN Business StrategiesEver made a business mistake that made you cringe (or maybe cost you dearly)? 🤦♀️ You're definitely not alone! Research shows a staggering 95% of entrepreneurs admit to making "dumb mistakes." These aren't just minor slip-ups; these "Uh-Oh!" moments can be embarrassing, expensive, or even tragic for your business.This episode isn't about dwelling on past errors – it's about preventing future ones. 🛠️Meet William (Bill) Holsten, author of "UH-OH!", who learned about mistakes the hard way (ask him about his carnival game venture!) and now shares practical tools to help you avoid them. He translates proven techniques from corporate i...
2025-04-3019 min
Harmonious at LunchEscape the Founder Sales Trap: Specialize to ScaleAre YOU the bottleneck in your company's sales process? 🙋♂️ Nearly every business starts with the founder handling sales, but getting stuck there is a major barrier to real growth. Ready to build a sales engine that thrives without your constant involvement?This episode tackles the pervasive challenge of founder-led sales in service-based businesses. ✨Meet Corey Quinn, a consultant, coach, and author who guides founders out of the sales driver's seat.🚀Corey shares powerful lessons from his experience scaling a digital agency from $20M to $150M. A key discovery? Highly specialized businesses can close deal...
2025-04-2920 min
Harmonious at LunchSpeak Your Brand Truth: Connect AuthenticallyIs your brand message truly connecting? 🤔 Or does it feel forced, memorized, or disconnected from your real passion and mission? Many entrepreneurs struggle to clearly convey the heart of their business.This episode explores a more holistic, human, and even humorous approach to building your brand. 😂➡️❤️Meet Hersh Rephun, a former comedian turned holistic brand therapist. He champions passionate entrepreneurs who feel lonely on their journey.✨Discover why effective branding goes beyond logos and colors. It's deeply personal, tied to your emotions, fears, and core mission. Hersh explains his unique "holistic brand therapist"...
2025-04-2821 min
Harmonious at LunchFocus Like a Superpower: Productivity for EntrepreneursFeeling pulled in a million directions as an entrepreneur? 🌪️ So many business owners wrestle with focus, procrastination, and overwhelm. Whether you're diagnosed with ADHD or just navigating a constantly busy mind, this episode is for you. We dive into practical strategies that go beyond simple time management.Meet Cindy Baker, a productivity coach who transformed her personal ADHD journey into a powerful framework for entrepreneurial success.🧠Cindy shares her path to understanding her own brain wiring after receiving an adult ADHD diagnosis. Discover why it's crucial to focus on skills, not just pills ("Pills ar...
2025-04-2421 min
Harmonious at LunchSTOP Making These Common MARKETING MistakesFeeling lost in the marketing maze? For many small and medium-sized businesses, marketing often feels like guesswork—sprinkling money on various tactics hoping something sticks, unsure of where to invest or who to trust. If you're tired of confusing advice and want a clear, practical path to marketing that actually drives business results, this conversation is for you. Join host Brandon Gano as he talks with Amber Gaige, a third-generation entrepreneur and marketing strategist with two decades of experience helping businesses find their footing and flourish. 🎯Amber dives into the common pitfalls SMBs encounter, moving beyond the myth...
2025-04-2321 min
Harmonious at LunchWeekly Biz Rx: Smarter Hiring, Financial Clarity, Team Empowerment & Simple FitnessReady to level up your business and your life? This week on Harmonious at Lunch, we tackled critical areas for growth and well-being. Join me for a quick-fire recap of the week's most valuable takeaways, infused with my personal reflections on these game-changing conversations.We kicked off the week with Michael Neal of Build My Team, and honestly, his approach to hiring blew me away. It's not just about filling a role; it's about understanding inherent strengths. I've seen firsthand the "death by resume" scenario he described, and his automated, bias-reducing system feels like a much-needed evolution...
2025-04-2113 min
Harmonious at LunchSpeak So People Listen: Keys to Audience ConnectionDoes the thought of speaking in front of others—whether a large audience or a single prospect—fill you with dread? You're not alone. Many business leaders struggle to connect and convey their message effectively. This episode of Harmonious at Lunch features presentation coach David Doerrier, who shares practical strategies honed through decades in the military, broadcasting, and corporate training. Move beyond just delivering information and learn how to truly engage your audience, build confidence, and ensure your message leads to action.Key takeaways:Discover the number one mistake spea...
2025-04-1516 min
Harmonious at LunchCybersecurity Trends You Can't Ignore for your Business in 2025Many business owners focus solely on revenue-generating activities, pushing cybersecurity to the back burner. But in today's digital world, neglecting your online defenses can lead to catastrophic consequences far outweighing the cost of protection. Your data isn't just information; it's one of your most valuable assets. Are you truly safeguarding it, or is your business exposed to unseen threats that could lead to financial loss, lawsuits, and irreparable damage to your reputation?Join host Brandon Gano as he welcomes Michele Novak, founder of CardinalsByte, a cybersecurity firm dedicated to helping professionals and small businesses navigate the complex...
2025-04-1420 min
Harmonious at LunchSpeak So People Listen: Keys to Audience ConnectionDoes the thought of speaking in front of others—whether a large audience or a single prospect—fill you with dread? You're not alone. Many business leaders struggle to connect and convey their message effectively. This episode of Harmonious at Lunch features presentation coach David Doerrier, who shares practical strategies honed through decades in the military, broadcasting, and corporate training. Move beyond just delivering information and learn how to truly engage your audience, build confidence, and ensure your message leads to action.Key takeaways:Discover the number one mistake speakers make: failing to understand their audience's curr...
2025-04-1116 min
Harmonious at LunchWeekly Business Growth Recap: AI, Mindset, Ads & Scaling StrategiesMissed any episodes this week? No problem! This recap delivers the essential takeaways from Harmonious at Lunch, packed with actionable advice to fuel your business growth. We're diving into key strategies from our expert guests on topics ranging from scaling your company to leveraging AI and optimizing your marketing efforts.Key takeaways:Steven Perry: Discover the mindset shift needed to transition from self-employed to business owner. Learn how to strategically "recruit yourself out of a job" to scale your business and empower your team. Explore the "Contentment Circle" for financial discipline and the "Capacity Model" (Education...
2025-04-1116 min
Harmonious at LunchEstate Planning Secrets Nobody Tells YouYou Don't Have to Die to Benefit From Estate Planning: Achieve Peace of Mind for You, Your Family, and Your Business with Powerful StrategiesTired of the "what ifs" when it comes to your business and personal affairs?This episode of Harmonious at Lunch dives into a topic most people avoid, but one that's crucial for your success: estate planning and end-of-life tasks. Your host, Brandon Gano, chats with Adam Zuckerman, Founder of Buried Work, about how to simplify these processes and achieve peace of mind for yourself, your loved ones, and your business.
2024-12-1918 min
Harmonious at LunchEmployee Problems Solved Before They Even Start!Fix Your Employee Problems Before They Start: Powerful Hiring Strategies to Build a Dream TeamStruggling to retain top talent and keep your employees engaged?The problem might not be your employees – it might be your hiring process. In this episode of Harmonious at Lunch, Brandon Gano talks with Molly McGrath, Founder of Hiring and Empowering Solutions, LLC, about how to overcome common employee training challenges and build a team that thrives.You'll Discover:Why the traditional approach to hiring is broken (and what to do instead)Powerful interview questions to uncover th...
2024-12-1820 min
Harmonious at LunchSupercharge Your Business in 6 StepsFeeling stuck? This episode of Harmonious at Lunch will equip you with a powerful framework to unlock explosive growth in your business.Your host, Brandon Gano, chats with leadership expert Sharon Seivert, CEO of Core Coaching & Consulting. Sharon reveals a simple, 6-step process to harmonize your business and achieve success without sacrificing your well-being.In this episode, you'll learn:The secret sauce to business growth (hint: it's rooted in harmony!)How to identify your unique gifts and leverage them for successA practical framework to supercharge your business in 6 stepsWhy ignoring your core purpose can...
2024-12-1718 min
Harmonious at LunchWhat's Holding You Back from LinkedIn Success?Master the platform with proven strategies from LinkedIn expert Colin Hirdman!This episode of Harmonious at Lunch dives deep into LinkedIn Fast-Track: Learn how to grow your network, leads, and sales through LinkedIn.You'll Discover:The essential LinkedIn mindset for success (hint: it's not about selling!)Powerful audience-building hacks using events and connectionsHow to craft engaging content that attracts your ideal clientsThe magic of LinkedIn Live Streams to build trust and generate leadsProven messaging strategies to nurture relationships and convert leadsAnd Colin's secret weapon for automating LinkedIn best practices (without being spammy!)Ready...
2024-12-1623 min
Harmonious at LunchWhat's Holding You Back from Growing Beyond a Self Employed LLCIn this episode, Brandon Gano chats with Jonathan Miller, CEO of Parsonex Enterprises, about the challenges and rewards of transitioning from a self-employed individual to a business owner with a scalable company.Key takeaways:Mindset shift: Building a business requires a shift from thinking "me and mine" to "we and ours." It's about creating a system and a team effort.Don't underestimate the challenges: Growing a business comes with its own set of hurdles, like employee management and unforeseen circumstances. Be prepared for constant adaptation.Benefits outweigh the ease: While being self-employed offers flexibility and control...
2024-12-1125 min
Harmonious at LunchDon't Ditch the Human Touch: Why AI Can't Run Your Social MediaStruggling to keep up with social media? Harmonious at Lunch tackles the misconception that AI is a magic solution for your social media woes.Business owners and C-Level executives: Learn from marketing expert Wendy Pace why AI is a tool, not a replacement for human strategy.In this episode, you'll discover:Why AI for social media management is more hype than reality (for now)How to leverage AI to overcome writer's block and generate fresh ideasThe power of video storytelling in today's social media landscapeCreative visual content strategies for service-based businessesHow to identify your...
2024-11-1919 min
Harmonious at LunchFrom Startup Chaos to Scalable Success - Craft Your Perfect MessagingFeeling stuck in your startup's messaging? This episode equips you with powerful strategies from marketing expert Anne Laffin to finally break through the noise.You'll learn:How to avoid confusing everyone with your marketing (and why it happens!)The secret weapon for crafting magnetic messaging for your ideal clientsWhy testing and iteration are crucial for early-stage startupsHow to scale your marketing as you grow from scrappy startup to established businessAnne Laffin, the "Startup Whisperer," shares her journey from frustrated marketer to messaging guru. Discover how to ditch the inauthentic tactics and build genuine connections...
2024-11-1818 min
Harmonious at LunchLeverage Up on LinkedInDo you feel like LinkedIn is an untapped goldmine you just haven't figured out how to use yet?This episode unlocks powerful strategies from LinkedIn expert Deanna Russo to help you finally leverage LinkedIn for business growth.In this episode, you'll learn:The Triangle Strategy for building know, like, and trust on LinkedIn (it's not what you think!)How to optimize your profile to become a magnet for your ideal clientsThe art of strategic engagement to build relationships and authorityContent creation secrets specifically for the LinkedIn algorithmWhy consistency and variety are key to success
2024-11-1523 min
Harmonious at LunchWhy Differentiation is the Key to Business GrowthFeeling stuck in a crowded marketplace? This episode of Harmonious at Lunch will shake things up and show you how to dominate your niche by being radically different.Our guest, marketing maverick Roy Osing, spills the beans on how he took a startup to a staggering $1 BILLION in sales. Forget the tired advice of being "better" or "number one." Roy unveils his revolutionary concept: The Only Statement.In this episode, you'll discover:Why differentiation is the biggest challenge businesses face todayThe fatal flaw in traditional business strategiesHow to craft a powerful "Only Statement" that...
2024-11-1227 min
Harmonious at LunchTalk to Your Customers: They Have All the Answers!Do you know if you're building the right product? In this episode of Harmonious at Lunch, Brandon Ganot chats with Danny Nathan, founder of Apollo 21, about the powerful, yet often overlooked, strategy of talking to your customers.Key Takeaways:Talking to your customers is the most effective way to understand their needs and develop successful products.Don't rely on assumptions - gather real feedback through surveys, calls, or in-person meetings.Start small - talk to a handful of customers to identify recurring pain points and validate your initial ideas.Focus on quality over quantity - in-depth...
2024-10-2424 min
Harmonious at LunchHow to Grow Your Business Like a Startup (Without Burning Out)Feeling stuck? Want to take your established business to the next level? This episode of Harmonious at Lunch dives into the world of startup growth strategies and shows you how to adapt them for your existing company.Our guest, Vijay Rajendran, is a Berkeley-trained executive coach with over 20 years of experience as an entrepreneur, investor, and advisor. He's helped hundreds of founders become CEOs, and today, he shares his insights on achieving sustainable hyper-growth.In this episode, you'll learn:The key differences between growing a startup and a mature businessHow to adopt a "startup...
2024-10-1625 min
Harmonious at LunchCan Everyone Get Rich by Making Production Profitable?In this episode of Harmonious at Lunch, Brandon Gano talks with market designer and game theorist Noah Healy about his revolutionary ideas to upgrade capitalism for the computer age. Healy argues that current markets are inefficient and proposes a new system that could benefit both producers and consumers.Key takeaways:Traditional commodity markets are highly competitive, driving down prices for producers.Middlemen play an increasingly complex role, reducing profits for both producers and consumers.Healy's proposed system focuses on creating a more efficient market for information to guide better pricing for producers and...
2024-10-0124 min
Harmonious at LunchCash is King: Why It Matters More Than ProfitStruggling with cash flow? You're not alone. Many businesses prioritize revenue over cash, leading to financial stress. But cash is king! In this episode, Brandon Gan Vost chats with cash management expert Peter Kingma, author of CASH IS KING: Maintain Liquidity, Build Capital, and Prepare Your Business for Every Opportunity (Wiley; May 2024). Peter reveals why a cash culture is essential and how to:Shift your mindset from reactive to strategic cash managementIdentify cash flow problems like unprofitable deals or slow receivablesOptimize working capital to free up your cash flowLeverage financial tools for real-time cash flow insightsThis...
2024-09-1822 min
Harmonious at LunchSecrets to Streamline Your Business and Reduce Tax BurdenIn this episode, we sit down with Roger Pearson, a seasoned business expert with over 50 years of experience and a Master Tax Advisor/IRS Enrolled Agent. He shares his mission to help entrepreneurs build a rock-solid foundation for their businesses, avoid unnecessary expenses, and keep more money in their pockets.If you’re a business owner or entrepreneur, this episode will offer practical strategies to simplify the "boring stuff"—legal structures, tax management, and paperwork organization. Learn how to choose the right legal format for your business, maximize profits, and minimize tax obligations. Roger emphasizes the importance of n...
2024-09-1721 min