Mentoring: The Secret Of Successful Business Owners With Bob Roark

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Let’s talk about adulting— actual adulting. Not just paying bills or keeping a houseplant alive, but the kind that involves emotional maturity, healthy boundaries, and conscious self-leadership. Because let’s be honest, most of us weren’t taught how to be fully functioning adults… and it shows. Joining us is Michelle Chalfant , licensed therapist turned holistic life coach, creator of The Adult Chair® model, and author of the new book The Adult Chair: Get Unstuck, Claim Your Power, and Transform Your Life . With millions reached through her podcast, coaching programs, and retreats, she’s here to walk us through the five pillars of being a healthy, grounded adult. Here’s the truth: being an adult isn’t about checking boxes or pretending you’re fine. It’s about owning your truth. Feeling your feelings. Practicing compassion without letting yourself off the hook. It’s about setting firm boundaries—with no need for justification—and recognizing that your triggers are not flaws, they’re clues. None of us were handed a guidebook for how to grow up emotionally. We inherited patterns from people who were figuring it out as they went. But what Michelle shares today is empowering: it’s never too late to unlearn what no longer serves you and become the adult you were meant to be. Whether you’re starting this work or knee-deep in your personal development era, this episode will meet you where you are—and help you move forward with clarity, self-trust, and strength. Connect with Michelle: Website: https://theadultchair.com/ Book: https://theadultchair.com/book IG: https://www.instagram.com/themichellechalfant/?hl=en FB: https://www.facebook.com/@TheMichelleChalfant/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/michellechalfant Related Podcast Episodes: How To Build Emotionally Mature Leaders with Dr. Christie Smith | 272 Boundaries vs. Ultimatums with Jan & Jillian Yuhas | 297 Gentleness: Cultivating Compassion for Yourself and Others with Courtney Carver | 282 Share the Love: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform! 🔗 Subscribe & Review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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What helps business owners shortcut their way to success? Mentors! Susan Frew and Marla DiCarlo's guest today is Bob Roark, the President of RS Asset Management, which provides "wealth financial planning and wealth management services to business owners." Bob talks about how having coaches is a form of investment that shortcuts the timeframe. You can succeed independently, but you'll achieve so much more in a shorter amount of time if you have mentors. High-performing Olympic athletes have a myriad of coaches for each aspect of their career. Why shouldn't you? If you need help leveling up your game faster with lesser effort, this episode's for you. Tune in!

Hosted by Marla DiCarlo and Susan Frew, this show discusses the ins and outs of selling and buying businesses and building value for the future. We toss around the cliché that small business owners put tons of blood, sweat, and tears into their business. This is true. Too often, small business owners leave money on the table. They don't take advantage of negotiation because they don't know how to improve or can't determine the right way to market themselves.

Don’t have a sellable company? That is the reason we’re here! Welcome to the Raincatcher podcast.

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Mentoring: The Secret Of Successful Business Owners With Bob Roark

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#MBA #Trading #Entrepreneur #Business #Marla DiCarlo #Susan Frew

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Finding Solutions That Stick: On Talent Shortage, Culture, And Attracting Clients With Amanda HarNess 26:48

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There is a shortage of talent right now. Business owners struggle to find workers, leaving them in various difficult positions. They are either offering too much to attract (only to rescind them because they could not afford it) or tolerating their existing ones with bad work behavior to avoid losing them. Either way, the business is hanging on a tightrope. In this episode, we have Amanda HarNess, the founder and CEO of Business Excelerated, share her insights about the business challenges we are currently facing. She talks about the importance of having mission, vision, and culture points and then gives us a peek into her marketing plan for attracting clients. Taking us deep into her work, Amanda explains how she consults and coaches clients and creates solutions that stick. Hosted by Marla DiCarlo and Susan Frew, this show discusses the ins and outs of selling and buying businesses and building value for the future. We toss around the cliché that small business owners put tons of blood, sweat, and tears into their business. This is true. Too often, small business owners leave money on the table. They don't take advantage of negotiation because they don't know how to improve or can't determine the right way to market themselves. Don’t have a sellable company? That is the reason we’re here! Welcome to the Raincatcher podcast.…

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Cultivating Leaders: Building High Performance Teams And Enforcing High Level Of Quality In Products And Services With Cristy O’Connor 24:38

3 years ago24:38

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Creating a leadership culture and knowing your numbers are the key to any successful business. But how do you cultivate leaders? Cristy O’Connor , a senior business advisor in Cultivating Advisors , shares her insights on how cultivating leaders affects the business in driving it forward. She explains that giving your team a high level of leadership will trickle down to whoever those top leaders are leading as well. So you need to take your time doing your due diligence along with your staff. Tune in to this episode and move forward with your business faster with Cristy today! Hosted by Marla DiCarlo and Susan Frew, this show discusses the ins and outs of selling and buying businesses and building value for the future. We toss around the cliché that small business owners put tons of blood, sweat, and tears into their business. This is true. Too often, small business owners leave money on the table. They don't take advantage of negotiation because they don't know how to improve or can't determine the right way to market themselves. Don’t have a sellable company? That is the reason we’re here! Welcome to the Raincatcher podcast.…

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Public Relations For High Growth B2B And B2C Tech Companies With Lizzy Harris 28:02

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Having an excellent public image helps a company establishes its brand as it appears in the public. This is true for both B2B and B2C companies. Public relations plays a critical role in maintaining a company’s visibility and reputation. We learn more about PR today with Lizzy Harris , the president and founder of Pipit Communications , an online public relations and communications company that helps high-growth businesses produce long-term relationships and mile-high results. In today’s episode of the Raincatcher, Lizzy talks about her fantastic company and its services. Hosted by Marla DiCarlo and Susan Frew, this show discusses the ins and outs of selling and buying businesses and building value for the future. We toss around the cliché that small business owners put tons of blood, sweat, and tears into their business. This is true. Too often, small business owners leave money on the table. They don't take advantage of negotiation because they don't know how to improve or can't determine the right way to market themselves. Don’t have a sellable company? That is the reason we’re here! Welcome to the Raincatcher podcast.…

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How To Manage Your Finances For A Smooth Retirement Planning with John Stoj 27:09

3 years ago27:09

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Planning for retirement is crucial! When you don't plan, all sorts of problems and false assumptions arise. Financial advisor John Stoj joins Marla DiCarlo and Susan Frew to discuss why planning for your retirement must be done as early as you can if you want it to be as smooth as possible. He discusses managing a profitable business exit once you retire and addresses financial planning's biggest opponent: poor time management. John also shares details about his recurring revenue model and flat fees. Hosted by Marla DiCarlo and Susan Frew, this show discusses the ins and outs of selling and buying businesses and building value for the future. We toss around the cliché that small business owners put tons of blood, sweat, and tears into their business. This is true. Too often, small business owners leave money on the table. They don't take advantage of negotiation because they don't know how to improve or can't determine the right way to market themselves. Don’t have a sellable company? That is the reason we’re here! Welcome to the Raincatcher podcast.…

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Business Valuation: Getting The Most Value Out Of Your Business With Kate McMahon 33:36

3 years ago33:36

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Selling a business is not easy for a business owner to make. After all, they have likely put a lot of time, energy, and money into building the business. However, there are times when selling the company is the best option for the owner. But how can you get the best value for your business? Business valuation is Kate McMahon 's line of expertise. Kate is a Financial Analyst at Raincatcher . She is an experienced Valuation and Financial Analysis professional with extensive experience in evaluating companies, analyzing markets and databases, due diligence, resolving pricing discrepancies, and conducting valuation reports. Today, Kate talks about her passion for helping small business owners, what attracted her to business valuation, and what value she has to offer people who want to sell or own a business. Hosted by Marla DiCarlo and Susan Frew, this show discusses the ins and outs of selling and buying businesses and building value for the future. We toss around the cliché that small business owners put tons of blood, sweat, and tears into their business. This is true. Too often, small business owners leave money on the table. They don't take advantage of negotiation because they don't know how to improve or can't determine the right way to market themselves. Don’t have a sellable company? That is the reason we’re here! Welcome to the Raincatcher podcast.…

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Raising Women’s Voices, Visibility, And Business With Kami Guildner 34:38

3 years ago34:38

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Go out there and breathe the breath of your horse. Do what you’re meant to do. Listen to this episode as your hosts Susan and Marla DiCarlo sit down for a conversation with Kami Guildner about raising women’s voices, visibility, and business. Kami’s entrepreneurial journey was sparked by the breath of a horse over a decade ago. This magical epiphany moment led Kami to discover her purpose of leading changemaker women, to give voice to their most important messages and create a ripple effect of worldly impact. In this episode, she dives deep into discovering women’s purpose and helping them shine so they can grow and unleash their true potentials. Hosted by Marla DiCarlo and Susan Frew, this show discusses the ins and outs of selling and buying businesses and building value for the future. We toss around the cliché that small business owners put tons of blood, sweat, and tears into their business. This is true. Too often, small business owners leave money on the table. They don't take advantage of negotiation because they don't know how to improve or can't determine the right way to market themselves. Don’t have a sellable company? That is the reason we’re here! Welcome to the Raincatcher podcast.…

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Navigating the Financial and Emotional Obstacles of Selling Your Business with Denise Logan 53:11

3 years ago53:11

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When talking about selling your business, the ending goal shouldn’t just be the highest price. There are personal and emotional obstacles that we need to also focus on apart from just the financial. Joining Marla DiCarlo in this episode is speaker and author Denise Logan . With a background as a lawyer and a mental health professional, and as a business owner herself, Denise offers insight on exiting a business that goes beyond just the transaction itself. There are many challenges that come with selling your business, and it’s vital to deal with them before exiting. Time is not what kills deals. What kills deals is unprocessed emotion. Tune in as Denise shares valuable wisdom and offers insights from her book, The Seller’s Journey: A Business Fable about Navigating the Emotional Obstacles to Selling Your Business . Hosted by Marla DiCarlo and Susan Frew, this show discusses the ins and outs of selling and buying businesses and building value for the future. We toss around the cliché that small business owners put tons of blood, sweat, and tears into their business. This is true. Too often, small business owners leave money on the table. They don't take advantage of negotiation because they don't know how to improve or can't determine the right way to market themselves. Don’t have a sellable company? That is the reason we’re here! Welcome to the Raincatcher podcast.…

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Brutally Honest Business Advice For Entrepreneurs With Carrie Stein 29:22

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Being an entrepreneur can feel lonely and at there are time when you just don’t know where to ask for help. Here to offer honest business advice you need is Carrie Stein of Raincatcher. She is small business specialist, growth expert and serial entrepreneur. With her experience and background, she offers straightforward and practical advice for aspiring entrepreneurs. Tune in to get useful tips that will accelerate the growth of your business. Join Susan Frew and Marla DiCarlo and gain valuable insight straight from the source! Hosted by Marla DiCarlo and Susan Frew, this show discusses the ins and outs of selling and buying businesses and building value for the future. We toss around the cliché that small business owners put tons of blood, sweat, and tears into their business. This is true. Too often, small business owners leave money on the table. They don't take advantage of negotiation because they don't know how to improve or can't determine the right way to market themselves. Don’t have a sellable company? That is the reason we’re here! Welcome to the Raincatcher podcast.…

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The Impact of Authenticity In Your Business With Amber Swenor 34:27

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It’s very important to incorporate authenticity into your business growth and success. In this episode, our guest Amber Swenor discusses her principle in teaching and coaching leaders and business owners to expand their businesses through the Soul Seed strategy. This strategy helps businesses with strategic brand strategy, marketing services, and business coaching. Furthermore, Amber shares her experiences in managing a company where her teachings are coming from. More than growing their business and making profits, businesses should always do everything to fulfill their purpose. Hosted by Marla DiCarlo and Susan Frew, this show discusses the ins and outs of selling and buying businesses and building value for the future. We toss around the cliché that small business owners put tons of blood, sweat, and tears into their business. This is true. Too often, small business owners leave money on the table. They don't take advantage of negotiation because they don't know how to improve or can't determine the right way to market themselves. Don’t have a sellable company? That is the reason we’re here! Welcome to the Raincatcher podcast.…

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How To Find The Right Franchise Business For You With Greg Macchia 26:28

3 years ago26:28

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How do you find the right franchise business for you? Marla DiCarlo interviews Greg Macchia , a Certified Franchise Executive (CFE) and Host of Franchise Hounds . Greg talks about how you’re paying for the system when you buy a franchise. It’s crucial to follow the process because it already works. But to succeed, you need to put in the work. Continue to challenge yourself and get outside your comfort zone because that's how you grow as a person. If you’re a hopeful entrepreneur who needs help navigating becoming an owner, this episode’s for you. Hosted by Marla DiCarlo and Susan Frew, this show discusses the ins and outs of selling and buying businesses and building value for the future. We toss around the cliché that small business owners put tons of blood, sweat, and tears into their business. This is true. Too often, small business owners leave money on the table. They don't take advantage of negotiation because they don't know how to improve or can't determine the right way to market themselves. Don’t have a sellable company? That is the reason we’re here! Welcome to the Raincatcher podcast.…

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The Power Of Learning with Jason Baer 22:30

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Growing up, Jason Baer saw the financial struggles of his parents trying to make ends meet. He saw how, at the root of it, it was meeting the wrong people that kept them from their goals. They needed a financial quarterback. Learning from this, Jason became that person to others. He specializes in holistic wealth management planning and comprehensive portfolio management. Together with his partner, Aaron Leatherwood, they founded Centerpiece Wealth Advisors , serving the financial industry for over a decade. In this episode, Jason joins Marla DiCarlo and Susan Frew to discuss the many lessons he learned growing up about being a small business owner and the important quality a leader must have. Building his success from watching his parents, he highlights the importance of learning from others. Allow this conversation to be the start for you! Tune in! Hosted by Marla DiCarlo and Susan Frew, this show discusses the ins and outs of selling and buying businesses and building value for the future. We toss around the cliché that small business owners put tons of blood, sweat, and tears into their business. This is true. Too often, small business owners leave money on the table. They don't take advantage of negotiation because they don't know how to improve or can't determine the right way to market themselves. Don’t have a sellable company? That is the reason we’re here! Welcome to the Raincatcher podcast.…

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Selling Your Business From Day One With Paul Reiser 32:05

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It's never too early to start thinking about selling your business. Paul Reiser is here to join Susan Frew and Marla DiCarlo to share why. For the past 20 years, Paul was President of Reiser Group Sonic Management Company , owned by his family for 45 years, and operated 38 stores across four states. In 2021, he and his partners sold the entire business. In this episode, Paul outlines the whole sales process from day 1 to day 363. He also tackles the important leadership qualities to train your employees for their growth and the growth of the business. Tune in to this episode to learn all about it. Hosted by Marla DiCarlo and Susan Frew, this show discusses the ins and outs of selling and buying businesses and building value for the future. We toss around the cliché that small business owners put tons of blood, sweat, and tears into their business. This is true. Too often, small business owners leave money on the table. They don't take advantage of negotiation because they don't know how to improve or can't determine the right way to market themselves. Don’t have a sellable company? That is the reason we’re here! Welcome to the Raincatcher podcast.…

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Managing Your Wealth In A World Full Of Uncertainties With Aaron Leatherwood 23:46

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Knowing whether you'll be fine in the next five years financially is a scary thought. This is why wealth management is key to your peace of mind. Times are unpredictable, and you should always take into account the worst-case scenario. Join Marla DiCarlo as she talks to Aaron Leatherwood about wealth management. Aaron is a Wealth Advisor at Centerpiece Wealth Advisors . His goal is to provide his clients with valuable insights from all the uncertainties. Learn why you should surround yourself with good people. Find out your financial plan. And discover the wealth management process today with Aaron Leatherwood. Hosted by Marla DiCarlo and Susan Frew, this show discusses the ins and outs of selling and buying businesses and building value for the future. We toss around the cliché that small business owners put tons of blood, sweat, and tears into their business. This is true. Too often, small business owners leave money on the table. They don't take advantage of negotiation because they don't know how to improve or can't determine the right way to market themselves. Don’t have a sellable company? That is the reason we’re here! Welcome to the Raincatcher podcast.…

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Franchising For Small Business Owners: Chasing Opportunities With Gary Wofford 38:39

3 years ago38:39

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Small business owners have the unenviable task of finding the right business model. Franchising remains a popular model, promising great success. So how can franchising for small business owners pay off? Susan Frew and Marla DiCarlo dig deep with the help of Gary Wofford , Senior Broker from Raincatcher. Gary shares his experiences running small businesses and franchising. He also shares valuable insights on what it takes to run a successful small business. If you are eager to learn more about starting your own business, then tune in for a great lesson from Gary. Hosted by Marla DiCarlo and Susan Frew, this show discusses the ins and outs of selling and buying businesses and building value for the future. We toss around the cliché that small business owners put tons of blood, sweat, and tears into their business. This is true. Too often, small business owners leave money on the table. They don't take advantage of negotiation because they don't know how to improve or can't determine the right way to market themselves. Don’t have a sellable company? That is the reason we’re here! Welcome to the Raincatcher podcast.…

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Why Growing Together Is The Goal, Not The Revenue With Debra Sunderland 32:57

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