What's the difference between AI and an algorithm? How can AI accentuate and accelerate your productivity? What are the risks - and more concerning, what threats does AI pose? From email writing to book publishing to job risks and scams - we cover it all. Here's a link to the AI generated version of me (Phil) that we briefly played during the episo…

Actor and voice talent Adam Pritchett is a gifted creative, one I've had the pleasure of working with to bring my novel The Conduit to life as an audiobook. He found job security in the Italian education system, but when a friend and mentor helped him open himself to new opportunities, he achieved success, freedom and self-sufficiency. Join us for …

Phil and Jason discuss a few myths in franchising and provide education and awareness around the some key topics: - Finding the Right Business Will Make Me Successful. - The Secret to Success in Business is Finding a Franchise Doing Something I Love. - I’ll Know the Right Opportunity When I See It.- Most Businesses Go Belly Up.- Owning a Franchise …

The Battered Career Syndrome® means being subjected to the frustration of turning to the next career path in the company you work for, and then being downsized, right-sized or let go, and then having to start over again. Today, Phil and Jason discuss and contextualize this concept as we lead into the Thanksgiving Holiday. --- Send in a voice messag…

Many franchisors host what is often know as a "Discovery Day" or "Meet The Team Day." Some are optional and some are required, depending on the Franchisor. In any case, it is an opportunity to travel to the franchise headquarters, meet their management team and get a more in-depth view of the business and the support. In today's episode we will do …

There's a big difference between making a decision, and making a bad decision. In this episode we talk through the four major "F" words and provide a helpful analogy meant to inspire you to step out from your comfort zones and explore what's possible. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dointhething/message…

Post-pandemic, Gartner Research study found that only 17% of the time companies spend making B2B buying decisions involves sales. Further, 69 to 80% of all businesses surveyed prefer Digital Self-Service to in-person sales presentations. Traditional go-to sales strategies such as cold-calls, cold emails and in-person meetings are no longer as effec…

Would it surprise you to know that a full 60% of the entire global workforce identifies as being emotionally disconnected from their jobs? That last year, 50.5 million Americans (24.3% of the entire US workforce) resigned from their roles? There are reasons, and if you fall within either statistic you're certainly not alone. If you're considering a…

You've heard the expression, "wherever you go, there you are." These words hold no greater meaning than when you are considering a career change or have been displaced from your company and seeking new opportunities. While it's important to look externally, visiting the job boards, networking, it's equally important - or even more important - to lo…

If you are considering a. career change or in the midst of exploring new possibilities, this is an important episode for you. In it, hosts Jason and Phil talk about the importance of defining your Primary Aim as well as introducing a five-step method designed to help you define it. Please like, share and comment if you enjoy this important session!…

In a follow-up to last week's meeting we explore the finer refinements of personal branding. With your personal brand value in mind, intentionality, transparency and authenticity matter. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dointhething/message

In today's digital world, the importance of personal branding cannot be understated. Whether you're applying for a job, starting a new entreprenuerial venture or promoting an existing business, how the world sees you online matters. In today's episode we'll share why personal branding matters, and outline easy steps you can take to enhance your per…

Book 5 is in the can for me, and it involved deep research into the evolution of prospecting, business development and client retention in this brave new digital, post-pandemic age. While businesses evaluate tactic/strategy driven KPIs, few consider the most important driver of brand growth as found by an eight-year study conducted by the Harvard B…

It's not what happens to you that matters, it's instead what you do about it that makes the difference. In today's episode Jason and Phil explore the principles of Stoicism, and when practiced, how the core tenets can help us live in the present and focus on those things that are in our control and let go of those that aren't. --- Send in a voice m…

Stop saying yes when it's not in your best interest to do so. In today's session, Phil shares a personal example on the importance of managing expectations. Saying yes isn't your only option, and knowing when and how to manage expectations can lead to a happier, healthier workplace. Learn the five best strategies to manage expectations in this epis…

"I'm not getting call-backs" is a common comment Jason and I hear. And while our coaching helps clients explore self-sufficiency, what we care about most is helping our clients achieve what's best for them in their careers. And if the job market is right for you, then you really need to know about how an ATS works. The game has changed, human being…

We've just crossed a technology threshold, and the world from here on will change as ChatGPT rolls out. What is ChatGPT you ask? ChatGPT is a natural language processing tool driven by AI technology that allows you to have human-like conversations and much more with a chatbot. The language model can answer questions, and assist you with tasks such …

Phil and Jason speak with Dick Woodall from Preferred Business Partners and GigWorker Solutions about Professional Employer Organizations and their benefits to small business owners, and how you can transition to full time entrepreneurship and take care of your health benefits, payroll, and self-directed retirement. Put the learning cap on because …

In today's episode, Jason and Phil Interview Annie Hung-Scanga. Annie's firm specializes in providing expert accounting, tax planning and financial planning advise. Today's Podcast covers the following key areas, with Annie sharing her expertise on the topics of: 1) Advise for new franchisees on which corporate structure to employ, 2) Post launch, …

Jason Madden is a former CI officer, and since his transition to entrepreneurship from the military, Jason has dedicated significant efforts helping other veterans. He gives of his time to such organizations as Veterati and Recruit Military, and is expert in assisting and supporting veterans to achieve their future goals. If you're transitioning cu…

In today's episode Jason and Phil dive deep into the many options we have to achieve financial freedom, including the employment market, passive investment strategies, buying an existing business and the world of franchising. We play devil's advocate in this session, pointing to the pros and cons of each. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcas…

Phil and Jason welcome new veteran business owners, John McDonough and Earnest Perkins on to the show to discuss what it's like to move from the military, to 9-5, to entrepreneurship as business owners with a known franchise brand! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dointhething/message…

Although it's been said many times before, we truly are now facing truly exceptional challenges. Oil and gas, microchips, supply chain, Ukraine, the lingering after effects of COVID and increased interest rates have many Americans paying close attention. Would it surprise you to know that there were more new businesses started in 2020 than 2019, an…

Jason and Phil have taken a break from our weekly Podcast for good reason. During times of exceptional challenge and loss there is an opportunity and a choice. We can be a victim of circumstances, or we can choose the path that leads to resiliency. In this episode we share the challenges we've each faced in recent weeks, but more importantly we hop…

The Coaching Experience Part 2 - What you need to know, and telling us more about you. Phil and Jason continue to guide us through their coaching process. As our listeners know, Jason and I are professional Career Ownership Coaches, and by design we work intentionally on helping our clients explore self-sufficiency strategies. Whether you're entrep…

As our listeners know, Jason and I are professional Career Ownership Coaches, and by design we work intentionally on helping our clients explore self-sufficiency strategies. Whether you're entrepreneurially curious, looking to diversify your portfolio and revenue streams, or to explore a new career direction, our tools, resources and methodologies …

Whatever your long term financial career and wealth building goals are, one thing is for sure - we're living through exceptional times that have created mitigating and complex possibilities. Will interest rates rise, will the Ukrainian situation and it's impact on the energy markets have ripple effects on our investments and portfolios, what effect…

In today's episode, Phil and Jason answers your questions on the pros and cons of buying a franchise vs. building a business from scratch. To negate many of the problems associated with starting a new business, many decide to invest in franchising as the best of both worlds option. A franchise system provides an individual with professional freedom…

Join us for an engaging and insightful conversation with Dr. Wisdom. Dr. Wisdom is a veteran, holds a PhD in Psychology and a Masters in Public Health and Epidemiology. Would it surprise you to know that a full 50% of all leaders are Millennials? It's true, and their needs, goals and visions are truly worth understanding and embracing. Corporate Cu…

How many of us wish we'd invested in Apple stock back in the day, or Tesla, or BitCoin? Early adopters who catch the wave early can reap significant rewards, but what about the potential risk? If you're exploring entrepreneurship and franchising is your chosen vehicle, you may find yourself in the position of considering an emerging brand. If so, t…

Get ready to learn! Today’s episode we get the opportunity to speak with Karim Kerachni from http://PropertyGuys.com, a unique real estate franchise concept. PropertyGuys is an Award-winning real estate system that helps homeowners sell successfully on their own, saving them literally thousands in the process. From listing till sold, their private …

Listeners of our Podcast know that Jason and I are advocates and evangelists for healthy minds, bodies and spirits. Today we explore part two of our healthy living conversation by diving in to easy to implement and incrementally beneficial nutritional habits to help you become your best self. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.…

Did you make a resolution to hit the gym and now find yourself unable to lift your arms or walk without hunching? You're not alone! As the saying goes, "I'm opening a new gym called Red Wine. It's full of folks with committed goals in January and becomes a wine bar in February." Don't give up in your fitness goals, instead learn valuable periodizat…

Today Jason and Phil explore NFT’s together. Please know this is not investment advice, but a high level educational episode to help others (and ourselves) understand what this strange expensive digital concept actually is! Show notes are below: The total market capitalization of crypto and NFT's is 1.4 trillion dollars - jp morgan and Bank of Amer…

Jason and I espouse entrepreneurial thinking in all its forms - and Adam Pritchett is an example of how creativity and passion can lead to a brilliant entrepreneurial freelancing career. Adam is a classically trained actor, voice talent and (I'm proud to say) the narrator of my audiobook - The Conduit. Adam brought nearly one dozen written characte…

The Elon Musk origin story is inspiring. After founding PayPal he had a vision of colonizing the planet of Mars - something the majority of us dream of (kidding). His first three missions failed, and he had only enough resources to launch one more mission - which succeeded. Next, he dreamed of sustainably powered vehicles. In 2008, in the middle of…

It's that magical time of year when we all envision a better version of ourselves as the calendar page flips from December 2021 to January 2022. In this episode we explore why New Year's resolutions have such a high fail rate, and more importantly - how to succeed in creating your new and better self in the New Year. --- Send in a voice message: ht…

As the old adage goes..."It doesn't matter what you make, it only matters how much of it you keep." Business ownership not only builds equity, creates the potential for a sale-able asset, but also leverages potentially significant tax-saving advantages. In this episode, we'll talk through the four corporate structures - DBA, LLC, S-Corp and C-Corp …

In today's episode Jason and Phil have the honor of being joined by Career Transition, Executive Coach and published author Bill Kieffer.Bill is a former U.S. Army officer with over a decade of active duty service. He is also a human resource and talent management executive with over two decades of senior leadership experience in large, complex, gl…

You may not know it, but our co-host Jason Madden earned his MBA in Project Management last year. This, coupled with his international military logistics and project management experience arguably makes him an expert on the topic. In this episode I interview Jason and together explore how basic tenets and principles of Practical Decision Making can…

Gen X and Millennials are re-evaluating their considering leaving their current roles in significant numbers. Learn what's driving this generational "Great Awakening" --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dointhething/message

Many dream of becoming a published author, if you're one - this is the episode for you. Phillip Macko has published three works, two non-fiction titles and a fictional work available in paperback, eBook and on Audible called The Conduit. In this episode he'll share his tips, tricks and learnings across his 9-year author's journey. --- Send in a voi…

As we say, good paper makes good friends. But much more than this, how do you choose the right partner? How do you avoid overlapping competencies? And most important, how do your develop your exit strategies before launching the partnership venture? All this and more on today's episode of Doin' the Thing! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcas…

A recent ProPublica study (https://www.propublica.org/article/older-workers-united-states-pushed-out-of-work-forced-retirement) finds that there are currently 40 million Americans over the age of 50 in the workforce. According to their projections, as many as 22 million of this employed population will face a layoff, forced retirement or involuntar…

Monster.com commissioned a study - their findings were more than surprising. 95% of all currently employed participants indicated they were actively considering a career change. 92% indicated considering not just a career change, but also an industry change. The greatest driver? 32% cited burnout. What does this mean and what impacts might we see -…

On this week's episode, we're honored to have Diana Corbin join us and share the very motivating story of how her grade school dream became her passion, and then her career. For Megatrax Production Music, Diana is the Executive Director of Accounts for the country of Brazil. In this capacity, she works with major film studios, television station, a…

We've all heard about the Colonial pipeline hack, one that cost the company $5 million dollars. How did it happen? And more importantly, how can you as a business owner protect yourself and your company? We'll be discussing this and more with industry experts Brittany Fugate and David Warner from Cenetric. Here's the reality - 300,000 new malware p…

We are doing things a little bit differently this week. This is another episode from our Facebook live chat where we discuss DISC and use it as a resource. DISC is a behavior assessment tool to examine an individuals' behavior in their environment or within a specific situation. It is based on the DISC theory of psychologist William Moulton Marston…

This episode is from our FB Live Chat. We took a bit of a break from our hiatus. We're slowly going to get back from our weekly episode. We just wanted to take this opportunity to go live on Facebook and update you guys and let everybody know what's going on, what we're up to, and our plans for 2021. We've touched on many subjects, challenges, and …

We have another opportunity to have our dear friend and Industrial and Organizational Psychologist, Founder of The Connect IO, Dr. Leroy Simpson, to another of our talks. You might think that there's some symbolism or unusual story behind the title. Swords and pomegranates have several symbols in different cultures, and the fruit was prominently fe…