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Podcasting can seem confusing at times and it doesn't have to be. But new podcasters get caught up with the tech and strategies which sometimes hold them back from owning their genius. Tools of the Podcast Trade is your ultimate guide to mastering podcasting. Host J. Rosemarie and expert guests share practical tools, strategies, and actionable insights to help aspiring podcasters launch their shows and avoid podfade. Whether you're a solopreneur, a nonprofit, or someone with a burning messag ...
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The Entrepreneur's Logbook brings you inside the minds of today's most successful business leaders to uncover the strategies, decisions, and frameworks driving extraordinary growth. Each episode features founders and CEOs sharing their proven approaches to scaling teams, expanding market share, and building thriving companies. Our guests - from bootstrapped success stories to venture-backed innovators - break down the exact systems, processes, and strategies you can use to grow your company. ...
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Purpose-Driven Business Principles for Podcasters w/Scott Beebe
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17:11Business Coach, Scott Beebe, shares his expertise and insights to challenge us to write our vision down. He breaks down why chaos creeps in when purpose is absent and how you can build a powerful, profitable show by getting radically clear on your mission, process, and people. If your podcast feels like a hobby, but you want it to be more, this epi…
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Liberating Your Business from Chaos: Scott Beebe, Founder of Business On Purpose | #16
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33:05In this episode of the Entrepreneur's Logbook Podcast, we sit down with Scott Beebe, Founder of Business On Purpose, a company dedicated to liberating business owners from chaos through systems, processes, and purpose-driven strategies. Episode Highlights: [00:01:00] Scott shares his diverse background, from telemarketing to pharmaceutical sales to…
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When you think about it, a military command and a sports team—what do those two things have in common when they're not either in a battle or playing a game? At the time of this recording, we're almost at the end of March Madness and these teams have been in training, training, training. Right? So military command—if they're not fighting a battle, t…
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The Dickie & Donny Show: Episode 5- Can Your Business Thrive Without Sacrificing Life?
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22:08Feeling the tension between work and home life? In this episode, BOP Business Coaches Shawn "Dickie" Stinson and Brandon "Donny" Gray are joined by BOP Business Coach Brent "Darryl" Whitaker to talk about how life and business always intersect—and what happens when we don’t acknowledge it. From setting rhythms and boundaries to defining what matter…
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Make Every Day Great: Turn Crossroads into Comebacks through Storytelling w/Dr. Rhonda Parker-Taylor
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23:16Dr. Rhonda Parker-Taylor joins Tools of the Podcast Trade to discuss how authentic storytelling, clear personal values, and emotional intelligence skills fuel both life success and podcast growth. She shares her journey from small-town Indiana to author, EQ trainer, and 100-time podcast guest, explaining why purposeful gratitude and daily intention…
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How To Keep Employees From Being Lazy or Freeloading
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4:52So many business owners get frustrated because they feel like many times employees are freeloading or they're just lazy throughout the day. And the more we talk about this, the more we realize that many people think it has to do with the generations. Does it? I'm not sure. Hey, it's Scott Beebe with Business On Purpose and I'm super excited to be a…
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The Dickie & Donny Show: Episode 4- What's REALLY Going On With Your Cash Flow
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22:34Feeling stuck trying to forecast your revenue or make hiring decisions with confidence? In this episode, BOP Coaches Shawn “Dickie” Stinson, Brandon “Donny” Gray, and Head of Coaching Thomas "Doc" Joyner break down how the right financial tools bring clarity to your business—and sanity to your schedule. ✅ Spotting hidden holes in your cash flow ✅ U…
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AI Search, Schema, and the Future of Podcast Discovery w/Robert Downey
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22:45In this episode, Robert Downey, Co-founder of Simply Be Found, explains how voice search and AI-driven indexing revolutionize how small businesses and podcasters get discovered online. He offers powerful insights on schema, content creation, and the future of SEO, urging creators to adapt quickly or risk being left behind. Robert also shares practi…
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Putting People to Work One Job at a Time: Insights from Staffing Pioneer Robin Mee | #17
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33:22In this episode of the Entrepreneur's Logbook Podcast, host Zachary Bernard speaks with Robin Mee, founder and CEO of MeeDerby, the nation's leading executive search firm specializing in staffing, professional services, and workforce solutions. What You'll Learn: - Robin's 36-year journey in the staffing industry and how she's kept her "why" focuse…
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How To Build A Loyal Crew and Retain Top Talent When "Nobody Wants To Work Anymore"
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5:34Tonight, Shawn and I—one of our coaches—are heading up to the Northeast where we've been invited to speak and present to a group of contractors in Providence, Rhode Island at the JLC LIVE convention. We're super excited about it. When we attend trade shows and talk to contractors—or really, any other business owners—we hear a common refrain: "Nobod…
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The Dickie & Donny Show: Episode 3- Why Your Core Values Matter More Than You Think
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28:52Struggling to define what makes your business unique? In this episode, BOP Business Coaches Shawn "Dickie" Stinson and Brandon "Donny" Gray explore the power of Unique Core Values—the key to building a business that reflects your vision and stands out in your industry. ✅ Crafting core values that resonate with your team ✅ Defining what makes your b…
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A Simple, One-Page Way To Forecast Your Unpredictable Business Revenue
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6:34Hey, we'll have a business owner come up to us and go, "I just can't sleep." You know, we’ll say, “Hey, how was your night last night?” “I didn't sleep very well.” “Well, why not?” “Because my head's constantly spinning, constantly thinking about everything that's downstream and I can't seem to get my head around it.” This is a common refrain that …
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The Dickie & Donny Show: Episode 2- What’s Holding Your Team Back? Discover the Big 5 Feedback Loop!
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24:09Feeling the pressure build in your business? In this episode, BOP Business Coaches Shawn "Dickie" Stinson and Brandon "Donny" Gray dive into the Big 5 Feedback Loop—a simple rhythm of communication that keeps your team engaged, aligned, and growing together. ✅ Real-time performance check-ins ✅ Consistent accountability ✅ Space for honest feedback ✅…
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From Hook to Heart: How to Craft Compelling Stories for Your Podcast w/J. Rosemarie Francis
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7:03What if the secret to growing your podcast wasn’t better tools or big guests but storytelling your audience can’t stop thinking about? In this episode, I’m breaking down exactly how to craft compelling podcast stories that not only engage but create loyal listeners who keep coming back for more. 02:08 Start With a Hook Instead of saying, “Today we …
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Beyond Technology: How Scimitar and Ramy Khalil Transform Life Science Development | #15
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35:31In this episode of the Entrepreneur’s Logbook Podcast, we sit down with Ramy Khalil, CEO of Scimitar, a boutique management consulting firm dedicated to accelerating development timelines in the life science industry. Episode Highlights: [00:01:30] Ramy explains the breadth of the life science industry, covering pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, diag…
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Contractors Should Use This Simple Spreadsheet To See If They Are "Making" Money
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6:09Hey, we say all the time that for contractors, the tools of your trade are not hammers, nails, levels, all of that. The tools of your trade—especially in project management—are calculators, calendars, subdivided bank accounts, and spreadsheets. And so I wanted to dive into that today. There are a lot of contractors trying to figure out job to job. …
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The Dickie & Donny Show: Episode 1- The Secret to Team Meetings That Actually Work
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16:14Tired of team meetings that feel like a waste of time? It’s time to take them from boring to breakthrough. Join BOP Business Coaches Shawn Stinson and Brandon Gray as they discuss team meetings on "The Dickie & Donny Show." In this episode, we break down the 5 key elements of effective team meetings that keep your team aligned, focused, and product…
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How To manage your cash so it flows predictability and freely
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8:41When you're a business owner, you struggle so much with cash flow. It seems when we have these conversations with so many different business owners, one of the biggest questions we get all the time has to do with various elements of cash flow. These questions come to us at different times and in different ways. Hey, it's Scott Beebe with Business o…
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The Power of Trusting in Your Vision w/Carol Kabaale
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18:01Carol Kabaale shares her journey from a corporate job in hospitality to becoming the founder of her own marketing agency focused on ad strategy and email list growth. Driven by burnout and a desire for more freedom and presence in her personal life, Carol made a bold leap, quitting her job and pursuing certification in marketing. She now specialize…
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Business is Personal: Leadership Insights with Charlie Saffro, Founder of CS Recruiting | #14
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37:02In this episode, we dive into the world of business growth and human-centered leadership with Charlie Saffro, President and founder of CS Recruiting. With over a decade of experience in the logistics, transportation, and supply chain industries, Charlie shares her journey from marketing professional to influential recruiter. She discusses her uniqu…
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Take Control of Your Cash: A Simple Strategy for Contractor Financial Health
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4:05We typically work with business owners between three and 100 employees. That’s usually the range where those businesses don’t yet have a full-time, full-scale CFO (Chief Financial Officer). They may have a controller or other roles, but it’s one of those areas where owners are left wondering, “How do we track our money if we don’t have someone dedi…
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Unlock The Secrets to Podcast Success with/J. Rosemarie Francis
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20:51In this episode, I share essential tips for unlocking podcast success. I emphasize the importance of defining success, niching down to target a specific audience, crafting engaging content through storytelling, ensuring good audio quality, maintaining consistency in publishing, and promoting the podcast effectively while avoiding burnout. I conclud…
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The Secret Weapon to Getting Your Podcast Noticed with/ Eric Melchor
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20:30Listen for a fun chat with Eric Melchor, the mastermind behind PodKit! In this episode, Eric shares his journey from a mediocre tennis player in Texas to a podcasting pro living in Romania. He’s not just about dad jokes; he’s also the founder of B2B Pod Pros, helping over 50 podcasters land their first sponsorship. Curious about how to create a stu…
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Jeff Sutherland: Scrum, AI, and the Future of Project Management | #13
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45:15In this episode of the Entrepreneur's Logbook podcast, we dive deep into the evolution and impact of agile methodologies and Scrum with Jeff Sutherland, one of Scrum's original creators. Jeff shares insights from his diverse career, spanning from military service to revolutionizing software development to his current ventures in healthcare and AI. …
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Ignite Your Story: Take Action and Pursue Your Dreams with/J. Rosemarie & JV Hilliard
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7:32In this episode, I share some insights from my interview with fantasy author Joe Hilliard, focusing on the creative process of storytelling and the journey of aspiring podcasters. If you don't want to miss the full interview follow this podcast on your favorite platform. The conversation emphasizes the importance of commitment, constructive critici…
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What Are The Hidden Financial Drains Affecting Your Business?
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6:05In our time with business owners, a lot of the headache has less to do with finding the products and services. The innovation usually comes pretty easy for entrepreneurs. But the reality of finding and filling these financial drains in the business is what really can cause the challenge. Hey, it's Scott Beebe with Business On Purpose, and a heads-u…
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What To Do When You're Not Quite Ready To Launch A Podcast w/J. Rosemarie Francis
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7:30Summary In this episode, I share real strategies for aspiring podcasters who are not yet ready to launch their shows. I discuss the importance of building an online presence through social media and blogging, as well as tips to engage with the podcast community and develop your unique voice. These are actionable tips to help you rewire your thinkin…
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How I Transformed My Podcasting Journey w/J. Rosemarie Francis
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10:34Are you hesitating to start your podcast due to fear or uncertainty? In today's episode, I share my transformative journey through four podcasts, revealing the highs and lows I faced. Discover how I overcame imposter syndrome and learned to embrace my voice, despite the initial doubts that held me back. My podcasting story is a testament to the pow…
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Aligning Worlds: Christopher Stauffer on Integrating Marketing with Tech Teams | #12
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46:48In this episode of The Entrepreneur's Logbook, host Zachary Bernard welcomes Christopher Stauffer, CEO of Stauffer, a software consulting firm that’s been transforming the digital landscape for over two decades. Chris shares his journey from launching Deloitte's first client website at 22 to leading successful campaigns for SpaceX, Billboard, and u…
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2 Ways To Combat Loneliness As A Business Owner
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5:54Recently we spent two nights in the Sahara desert. The desert is so mystical and vast that you feel ill-equipped to tie your mind around its endless borders and landscapes. So much of the desert fascinates. Of course, we saw camels, real mirages, and sand. What bent our minds were the thousands of other living things we saw in the desert – trees, g…
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I just returned from being out of the country for 9 days and I was inaccessible to our business team. No email, no cell phone, no text, no Slack. My wife had her cell phone on and we called some of our friends just to share what we were seeing, but I handled no day-to-day business while I was away. It’s the third time I’ve done that in two years. E…
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The Truth About Guest Interviews w/J. Rosemarie Francis
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10:36There's something fulfilling about having guests on a podcast but let's face it, there needs to be more balance between the benefits to the host, guest, and audience. In this episode, I discuss the advantages and disadvantages of having guests on your podcast. Who does it benefit? How can you make guest episodes more beneficial for all involved? If…
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Scott Roy on Decision Intelligence Selling: Transforming Sales for Business and Society | #11
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34:38In this episode of the Entrepreneur's Logbook Podcast, host Zach interviews Scott Roy, CEO and founder of the global sales consulting firm Whitten & Roy Partnership. Scott shares insights from his 47-year career in sales, from his beginnings as a door-to-door book salesman to co-founding Family Heritage Life Insurance Company. Scott discusses his a…
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How to Find Grants for Your Podcast and Business w/Matthew Lesko
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22:47In this episode, I talk with Matthew Lesko. For years I watched him on TV in his colorful jacket covered in question marks. This is a fun conversation with a man who has spent decades pointing ordinary individuals to free money from the government available in the form of grants and mentorship. If you're looking for some funding for your podcast, t…
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Exploring Effective Leadership with Michael Brainard: Bias Trifecta and Beyond | #10
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38:39In this episode of the Entrepreneur's Logbook podcast, host Zachary dives into the world of effective leadership with Michael Brainard, CEO and founder of Brainard Strategy. Michael shares his journey from aspiring athlete to expert in industrial and organizational psychology. He discusses his groundbreaking work on the 'bias trifecta,' the crucial…
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Scaling Through Smart Data: A Conversation with Kimola's COO Beybin Esen | #9
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24:30In this episode of the Entrepreneur's Logbook podcast, host Zachary Bernard welcomes Beybin Esen, COO at Kimola. Beybin shares her extensive background in strategy and consumer insights, alongside her journey at Kimola from its inception to its growth as an AI-based customer feedback analysis platform. The discussion dives into Kimola's unique appr…
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How to Transform Your Podcast Into A Lead Machine w/David Griffiths
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24:47In this episode, I speak with digital creator and content coach David Griffiths, who shares his journey of struggling with YouTube for over a decade before discovering the key to creating engaging content. He discusses the importance of consistency, audience research, and strategic content creation to grow a loyal following. He also highlights the …
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How to Future-Proof Your Podcast: Essential Tools and Tactics w/Dustin Polyinnovator
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30:02Summary: In this episode, I'm happy to geek out over content creation and podcasting tools with Dustin PolyInnovator, a multidisciplinary content creator and entrepreneur. We discussed Dustin's journey in content creation, his unique polycast approach, and strategies for omnichannel content distribution. Dustin shares insights on building a sustain…
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Courage to Live Authentically w/Nicolette Nierras
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35:41Nicolette Nierras shares her transformative journey from a corporate career to becoming a hypnotherapist and podcaster. After experiencing a divorce and career burnout, she embraced change and pursued her true purpose. Through her story, she emphasizes the importance of self-discovery, authenticity, and building meaningful connections. Nicolette's …
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HR Tech Evolution: From Assessment to AI with Joel Quintela | #8
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42:41In this episode of the Entrepreneurs Logbook Podcast, Zachary Bernard speaks with Joel Quintela, founder and CEO of Quintela Group, a company revolutionizing HR technology solutions for Fortune 500 companies. Joel shares insights from his 25 years of experience in HR assessment technology and his unique background in computer system engineering and…
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