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The Thoughtful Entrepreneur

Josh Elledge of UpMyInfluence.com

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You’re gonna love this DAILY, commercial-free entrepreneur spotlight show. We feature CEOs and founders of 6-9 figure B2B companies. Agencies, coaches, consultants, and other leaders share not only their success stories - but their advice for business leaders focused on business growth. You’re going to hear real stories from real people all in 15-25 minutes time - perfect for your commute. On this podcast, your host, Josh Elledge encourages entrepreneurs to share not only their expertise but ...
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Do you feel overwhelmed by the amount of financial decisions in your life? Are you approaching a life or business transition and struggling to find confidence in your next few steps? Then this podcast is for you. Most of us agree that money is not the core purpose of our lives. Yet, money plays a major role in how our lives and relationships unfold. With such an abundance of information and contextless advice available online, it's hard to know which details apply to each of us and our uniqu ...
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The Importance of Financial Leadership for Small Businesses In the latest episode of our podcast, we delve into the critical role of financial leadership in small businesses, particularly focusing on the transformative impact of fractional CFOs. Our guest, Jay Dotson, a partner at Prosper CFO, shares his wealth of experience and insights on how bus…
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Mastering Agency Growth and Client Retention In the latest episode of "The Thoughtful Entrepreneur," host Josh engages in a compelling conversation with Colby Wegter, the founder of the Delivery Mastery community. The discussion delves into the intricacies of agency growth, the critical importance of client retention, and the common challenges face…
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A Comprehensive Guide to Modern Leadership In a recent podcast episode hosted by Josh, listeners were treated to an enlightening conversation with Graham Wilson, a renowned leadership expert and founder of Success Factory. Dubbed a "leadership wizard" by a client, Graham brings over three decades of experience in leadership, from his early days in …
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Navigating the Complexities of Marketing In a recent episode of our podcast, we had the pleasure of hosting Marc Ensign, a fractional Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) specializing in the legal, financial, and medical sectors, and the founder and CEO of LoudMouse. Marc shared his extensive experience and insights into effective marketing strategies, th…
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Mastering Outsourcing and Video Marketing In a recent episode of "The Thoughtful Entrepreneur," host Josh delves into the intricacies of outsourcing and video marketing with Kirsten Graham, co-founder and co-CEO of Six Figure Business Coaching. Kirsten brings over 16 years of experience in the outsourcing industry, particularly in helping businesse…
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Unlocking the Future of IoT: Exploring Interoperability in IoT Devices In a recent episode of The Thoughtful Entrepreneur, host Josh sat down with Nick Earle, the CEO of Eseye and the host of the IoT Leaders Podcast, to delve into the intricacies of the Internet of Things (IoT) industry. The conversation was rich with insights on the challenges and…
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Navigating the Evolving Landscape of Paid Advertising and Newsletters In this insightful episode of the podcast, the host, Josh Elledge, engages in a deep conversation with Max Bidna, also known as "Marketing Max." The discussion revolves around Max's journey from Wall Street to becoming a marketing expert, focusing on the evolution of paid adverti…
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Unlocking Business Success: The Role of Iteration and AI in Digital Solutions In a recent episode of "The Thoughtful Entrepreneur," host Josh engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Morgan Witham, the CEO of CoLab, a digital agency renowned for solving business challenges through innovative web solutions. This episode delves into CoLab's s…
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Navigating Sales Tax in E-Commerce In a recent episode of "The Thoughtful Entrepreneur," host Josh delves into the intricate world of sales tax compliance with Jason Parr, the CEO of Peisner Johnson, also known as "The Sales Tax People." This episode is a must-listen for e-commerce businesses grappling with the complexities of sales tax, especially…
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Unlocking the Power of Intellectual Property for Consultants and Coaches In the latest episode of "The Thoughtful Entrepreneur," host Josh delves into the critical role of intellectual property (IP) for consultants and coaches with Erin Austin, the founder of Think Beyond IP. This episode is a treasure trove of insights on how experts can transform…
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Leadership Insights: Cultivating an Olympic Mindset for Business Success In a recent podcast episode, host Josh engages in a compelling conversation with Lee Povey, a high-performance leadership coach who specializes in guiding founders, startups, and teams to develop an "Olympic mindset." This episode is a treasure trove of insights for anyone loo…
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Navigating Burnout, Embracing Self-Care, and the Power of Play In a recent episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur podcast, host Josh engages in a profound conversation with Laura Nguyen, an executive coach, marketing consultant, and founder of Solle Solutions. The episode delves into critical themes such as burnout, self-care, and the significance …
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Building Your Business Tribe: The Essential Role of Community in Entrepreneurship In a recent episode of "The Thoughtful Entrepreneur," host Josh Elledge sat down with Nick Berry, a seasoned entrepreneur and the host of "The Business Owners Journey" podcast. The conversation delved into Nick's extensive experience in entrepreneurship, his commitmen…
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“Whenever you talk about finance, it bleeds into life. And whenever you talk about life, it bleeds into finance. So there’s really no clear-cut way to differentiate life from finance and vice versa. I’m trying to tie the neuroscience behind [financial] decisions into it.” How do hidden biases shape your financial decisions? Our host Joey Loss sits …
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Building Bridges in a Remote World: Enhancing Communication with AI Coaching In a recent episode of "The Thoughtful Entrepreneur," host Josh engages in a compelling conversation with James Lawrence, the CEO and co-founder of Happy. This platform is dedicated to improving organizational culture and communication within companies, particularly in the…
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Becoming a Destination Employer: Attracting, Recruiting, and Retaining Talent In a recent episode of "The Thoughtful Entrepreneur," host Josh Elledge sat down with Gerry Gadoury, the founder and managing director of Red Beard Solutions and author of "Destination Employer." The conversation delved into the intricacies of leadership, talent acquisiti…
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Transforming the Kitchen and Wardrobe Manufacturing Industry In a recent episode of "The Thoughtful Entrepreneur," host Josh engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Sina Meshkani, the founder of Sinaholz. Sinaholz is a pioneering company that offers configurator software designed to streamline the design and production processes for kitche…
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Escaping Founder-Led Sales In a recent episode of "The Thoughtful Entrepreneur," host Josh engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Corey Quinn, an expert in helping agency founders transition away from founder-led sales. This episode delves into the challenges faced by agency founders, the importance of specialization, and actionable insig…
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The Intersection of Podcasting and Self-Improvement In the latest episode of our podcast, host Josh engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Kevin Palmieri, the founder of Next Level University. Kevin shares his journey into podcasting, the challenges faced by new podcasters, and strategies for building a successful business model around a …
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Unlocking Business Acquisitions and Investment Strategies In a recent podcast episode, host Josh delves into the intricate world of business acquisitions and investment strategies with Matt Bodnar, the founder and managing partner of Eidolon Capital. This episode is a treasure trove of insights for anyone interested in the dynamics of buying and in…
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The Essential Benefits of Outsourcing Marketing Functions In a recent episode of "The Thoughtful Entrepreneur," host Josh engages in a compelling conversation with Stevie Brown, CEO of The Change Starter, a company specializing in outsourced marketing for SMEs. Stevie discusses the challenges entrepreneurs face in managing marketing efforts and the…
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The Power of Peer Advisory Groups: Transforming CEOs into Great Leaders In a recent episode of *The Thoughtful Entrepreneur*, host Josh engages in a compelling conversation with Jim Schleckser, the CEO and managing partner of The CEO Project. Schleckser, an expert in creating peer advisory groups for CEOs and author of the book "Great CEOs Are Lazy…
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Navigating the Evolving Tech Landscape In a recent episode of the podcast, host Josh engages in a compelling conversation with Justin Fortier, the founder and CEO of FYC Labs. This development and creative agency specializes in building web applications, mobile applications, and websites. The discussion delves into the evolution of the software dev…
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“Mindset is so critical. You've got to have not just the unwavering belief, but that resilience.” Unlock the secrets to entrepreneurial success as our host Joey Loss sits down with Jay Dotson, partner and fractional CFO at Prosper CFO. This episode is packed with actionable insights, from the essential mindset required for early-stage business succ…
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Building Trust in B2B Marketing In the latest episode of our podcast, we had the pleasure of hosting Nikhil Sai, the founder and CEO of Funnel Media. Nikhil shared his inspiring journey from being a broke dropout in India to building a successful marketing agency. He emphasized the importance of empathy and relationship-building in sales, and provi…
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Sales Coaching Insights: A Comprehensive Guide In this insightful episode of the podcast, the host welcomes Phil Whitebloom, a seasoned sales coach and the founder of Been There Consulting Services. With over 40 years of experience in sales and consulting, Phil shares his expertise on the importance of effective sales strategies and personalized co…
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