Best Avik Chakraborty By Healthy Mind By Avik All Rights Reserved Podcasts (2025)

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When You Are the Product: Money, Mindset, and Sustainable Growth with Justin Boyd 26:44

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On BizBlend, host Sana digs into the identity shift from corporate leader to solo consultant with Justin Boyd—founder of Cash Flow Copilot and a veteran of two decades in corporate finance. We cover how to separate self-worth from sales, design services that scale, navigate isolation when you leave teams behind, and protect mental, physical, and sp…

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From Startup to Sale: Systems, Culture, and the WERQ Framework with Ral West 27:50

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On BizBlend, host Sana sits down with Alaska-based entrepreneur Ral West to unpack what it really takes to scale, step back, and sell. From bootstrapping vacation packages to chartering full planes, growing into an eight-figure scheduled charter operation, and ultimately exiting to Alaska Airlines, Ral breaks down the unromantic work behind sustain…

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From 9-to-5 to Solopreneur: Risk-Aware Growth, Process-First Automation & Practical AI for Founders ft. Damien Schreurs 31:19

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On this BizBlend Podcast episode, host Sana talks with Luxembourg-based tech strategist and trainer Damien Schreurs about leaving corporate life the smart way. We unpack a step-by-step transition plan (including a 70% part-time bridge and an 18-month cash runway), how to think process-first before tools, and where automation and AI genuinely save t…

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Landing Senior Roles by Shaping Perception (Not Just Performance) — BizBlend with Sana ft. Keith Anderson 27:57

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On BizBlend, host Sana and Keith Anderson (Career Alchemy Labs; ex-Google, Meta, DoorDash, Calibrate) dig into why promotions in tech are driven by perception, not fairness—and how to build executive presence without posturing. You’ll learn the difference between proof (performance) and positioning (perception), how to craft a distinct leadership m…

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Faith, Mental Health & Leadership: Building Resilient, People-First Businesses — Joshua Delp 41:17

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On this BizBlend episode, host Sana sits down with pastor and leadership coach Joshua Delp to unpack how faith, mental health, and relationships shape sustainable success. Joshua traces his path through childhood trauma, burnout, and overwhelm to a practical framework for personal power: reclaiming agency, building resilience, and leading with inte…

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Deterministic AI, Decision Science, and the Human Side of Entrepreneurship with Martin Lucas 32:30

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On this BizBlend episode, host Sana sits down with behavioral scientist and inventor Martin Lucas to unpack deterministic AI and decision science—an approach built on physics and human context rather than probability and guesswork. Martin explains why most teams still make rushed, rational-only decisions, how to map real customer motivation, and wh…

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Scaling Without Losing Yourself — Human Side of Growth with Rani Dabrai 31:46

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In this episode of the BizBlend Podcast, host Sana digs into the human dynamics behind business growth with serial entrepreneur and certified EOS implementer Rani Dabrai. Rani explains why self-awareness and core values matter more than metrics, how founders hit the “time ceiling,” and practical steps to avoid burnout while scaling. Topics covered:…

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Founder Freedom: How a COO Turns Vision into Scale, Systems & Exit Readiness with Brandon Moon 33:57

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In this BizBlend episode host Sana interviews Brandon Moon, co-founder and COO of TD Pine Advisors, about how founders escape the “founder trap” and build companies that run without them. We break down the top operational bottlenecks—owner dependency, poor systems, and weak cash-flow focus—and show concrete steps to hire the right operator, create …

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Success, Discipline & Legacy: Redefining Purpose with Albert Butler 21:47

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On this episode of BizBlend Podcast, Yusuf sits down with Albert Butler—a CPA, partner in a national accounting firm, and author—to explore success, purpose, and legacy beyond numbers. Albert shares his philosophy that money is more than math; it’s meaning, a tool that reflects our choices, values, and growth. From discipline and ambition to mentor…

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Freedom Through Systems: From Founder Chaos to CEO Clarity with Yvonne Heimann 26:46

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On this BizBlend episode, host Sana digs into what “freedom through systems” actually looks like for creative entrepreneurs. Yvonne Heimann—founder of AskYvi and Boss Your Business Academy—explains how simple SOPs, automation, and clean processes unlock time, reduce decision fatigue, and make a business transferable (and sellable). We also address …

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From Corporate Grind to Purpose-Driven Leadership: Lift, Light, Lead with Deborah Coviello 27:57

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On BizBlend with host Sana, leadership advisor Deborah A. Coviello (The Drop In CEO) breaks down the real transition from corporate executive to entrepreneur—without glamorizing it. We cover redefining success beyond salary, building self-discipline outside corporate structures, protecting health as a core KPI, and Deb’s Lift • Light • Lead framewo…

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Leading Through Chaos: How to Build Self-Sufficient Teams that Click with Daria Rudnik 27:25

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In this BizBlend conversation, executive coach and “team architect” Daria Rudnik breaks down how to lead in uncertainty without defaulting to control. We cover a practical, people-first playbook for turning disruption into direction: shifting from heroic leadership to shared leadership, designing teams that think for themselves, and using hybrid in…

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Integrity Under Pressure: FBI knocks, PR crises, and building a scalable franchise with clear values with Uri Geva 33:32

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On BizBlend with host Sana, entrepreneur Uri Geva (Cookie Dough Bliss; former owner/operator of multiple sports teams) breaks down what integrity looks like in action—when the FBI shows up, when a partner’s scandal hits the news, and when a team’s morale needs rebuilding. We cover crisis playbooks, extreme ownership, selecting the right legal/opera…

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Leadership That Builds People First: AI Agents, Small Language Models, and Preserving Black History with Stephanie Sylvestre 32:25

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On BizBlend, host Sana digs into steady leadership in a fast-moving AI world with entrepreneur and technologist Stephanie Sylvestre. From defining “human in the loop” to using small language models layered over LLMs and digital twins to preserve Black legacy, Stephanie breaks down practical guardrails leaders can use now: curate data, set clear val…

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Leverage, Risk & the “Crypto Wormhole” Method: Trading Discipline for Volatile Markets with Niko Mercuris 22:27

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On BizBlend with host Sana, futures trader and Crypto Renegades founder Niko Mercuris explains his “Crypto Wormhole” approach—using position sizing, stop-losses, and leverage to compress outcomes without abandoning risk control. We dig into beginner mistakes, behavioral traps (fear/greed), and a step-by-step view of scanning, entries, exits, and mo…

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Tech That Serves You, Not Drains You: Guardrails, AI, and Founder Focus with Rob Broadhead 23:30

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On this BizBlend episode, host Sana and guest Rob Broadhead (RB Consulting; Dev/Develpreneur; Building Better Developers podcast) break down how to make technology work for your business and life—not against them. We cover a practical “busy vs. productive” test for your tool stack, single-decision simplification (pick one calendar, stop context swi…

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From Stage Craft to Startup: Building Accentify, Distribution that Works, and Rejection Tolerance with Elijah Khan 27:49

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Actors compete on thin margins—craft, confidence, and consistency. In this BizBlend conversation with founder–actor Elijah Khan, we unpack the origin of Accentify (born from the grind of professional auditions), the metrics behind early traction (6,500+ users, 4,000 on the waitlist, 116 countries), and the unglamorous truths of distribution and fou…

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From Burnout to Breakthrough: The H.E.A.R.T. Method for Healthcare Leaders and Young Professionals — with Darcelle Welker 24:11

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Burnout hides in busy calendars and late-night “I’m fine”s. In this BizBlend conversation with debut host Yusuf, nurse leader, triathlete, and coach Darcelle Welker breaks down her H.E.A.R.T. method—Healing, Engagement, Alignment, Resilience, Transformation—for people who feel stuck in survival mode. We cover sober living as a performance edge (not…

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Leading Without Burnout: A Servant-Leadership Operating System for Real Results with Kurt Uhlir 36:46

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On this BizBlend episode, host Sana unpacks a practical, no-fluff framework for leading without burning out. Guest Kurt Uhlir (pronounced “Euler”) breaks down servant leadership vs. authoritative leadership and the five non-negotiables he installs in his first 30 days: clear decision rights, no-surprise communication, cross-functional pipelines, us…

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Beyond “Luxury”: Calm Deals, Clear Boundaries & Team Systems in South Florida Real Estate with Chad Bishop 21:47

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In this BizBlend conversation, South Florida real-estate leader Chad Bishop breaks down how to think and operate under pressure when a seven-figure deal wobbles 24 hours from close. We dig into nervous-system first leadership, why “luxury” is a watered-down word, codifying team behavior with DISC, and the philanthropy model behind his decade-long p…

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Mental Health, Discipline, and the Real Work of Building—Yusef “Mista Yu” Marshall 27:38

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Founders don’t just build companies—they hold families, teams, and futures together. In this BizBlend conversation, Yusef “Mista Yu” Marshall—high-performance coach, ordained minister, and host of the They Call Me Mr. Yu podcast network—gets practical about mental health for entrepreneurs: embracing silence in a noisy world, setting standards with …

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From Showman to Speaker: Presence, Props, and Practical Rehearsal for Founders with Tom Elliott 25:58

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On BizBlend, host Sana digs into the real skill behind magnetic talks: presence over persona. Comedy magician, corporate event host, and presentation coach Tom Elliott breaks down how founders can captivate without acting like someone else. We cover reading the room, opening with a gripping hook, using a single intriguing prop to sustain attention,…

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Conscious Marketing That Actually Converts: From Hype to Trust (Education-First B2B Strategies) with Mike Konrad 31:43

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On BizBlend, host Sana digs into “conscious marketing” with entrepreneur and podcaster Mike Konrad. Mike shares how his company shifted from loud, gimmick-driven ads and flashy trade-show booths to credibility-led, education-first marketing—workshops, technical talks, white papers, and podcasts. The result: better customers, deeper trust, and susta…

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Turning a Mission into a Scalable, Profitable Brand (Without Losing Heart) — BizBlend ft. Nichole Daher 26:46

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On this BizBlend episode, host Sana speaks with Nichole Daher—autism mom, healthcare professional, and founder of Success On The Spectrum—about turning a personal mission into an operational, profitable brand. We dig into why ABA therapy access matters, how Nichole scaled from one clinic to a national franchise without diluting quality, and the sys…

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The Unspoken Timeline of Business Growth: Legal Choices That Compound Into Leverage with Brandon V. Woodward, Esq. 32:26

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Founders don’t fail because of one big mistake — they stall from a thousand unmade decisions. In this BizBlend episode, host Sana digs into the hidden timeline of growth with business attorney and M&A expert Brandon V. Woodward, Esq. We break down the first 24 months (agreements, cash discipline, buyer-ready terms), the mid-game years 3–7 (hiring, …

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Forging Mental Toughness: Iron Mind Principles for Founders with Kenny Stoddart 26:18

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Entrepreneurship isn’t won in highlight reels—it’s forged in missed deals, rejection, burnout, and hard choices. On BizBlend, host Sana digs into “Iron Mind” principles with Kenny Stoddart—former globetrotting cybersecurity executive, Ironman athlete, and addiction & grief coach—on how to build real mental toughness without glamorizing hustle. We u…

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Stoic Leadership Under Pressure: Turning Ancient Philosophy into a Founder’s Operating System with William Spears 27:34

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On this BizBlend episode with host Sana, we cut through the noise and get practical about Stoicism for builders navigating volatility, burnout, and high-stakes decisions. William Spears—submarine executive officer turned Pentagon leader and author of Stoicism as a Warrior Philosophy—shares how to separate posture from practice: perceive clearly, ch…

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Philosophical Leadership at Work: Stoicism, Virtue Ethics, and Better Decisions in Business with Angelo D’Amico 28:56

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On BizBlend with host Sana, we cut past buzzwords to examine how philosophy becomes a practical operating system for leaders. Guest Angelo D’Amico, President & CEO of Canada Rubber Group, Inc., shares how ideas like Stoicism(control what you can), virtue ethics (reward integrity), and human-first culture drive consistent decisions under pressure—fr…

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Accountability Without Blame: How to Build Businesses That Run Themselves with Gwen Bortner 29:24

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On this BizBlend episode with host Sana, strategist and storyteller Saji Madapat breaks down the hunter vs. farmer mindset and why founders, leaders, and professionals stuck in hustle culture keep chasing the “next kill” instead of tending the “soil” that compounds value over years. Drawing from Fortune 10 boardrooms, global geopolitics, and cultur…